Best Girls Night Out Approved Restaurants in Magnificent Mile

The Evie is a newer Mag Mile restaurant marrying American comfort dishes with sushi, salads, and steakhouse-leaning plates in a bright, windowed dining room overlooking Michigan Avenue. The menu leans indulgent—think steak frites, butter-poached lobster rolls, and composed salads—supported by a cocktail program geared toward pre-theater and date nights. It has quickly become a go-to for visitors seeking something fresher than a legacy hotel restaurant without leaving the avenue.

A Gold Coast wine-driven bistro from master sommelier Alpana Singh that pairs a deep list with bistro-leaning comfort and a polished dining room. It lands best when you treat it as a share-and-sip spot: a couple of savory starters, one main, and a bottle recommendation that fits the table.

Friends Sushi Izakaya brings a lounge-like feel to Gold Coast with a big menu of maki, sashimi, and izakaya plates plus cocktails. It’s a flexible choice for shared rolls, sake, and small plates before a night out, with enough variety to keep both sushi regulars and casual diners happy.