Rib Room, located downtown in the heart of the Cultural Trust, is the epitome of cozy elegance. Tucked behind Meat & Potatoes’ main dining room, Rib Room serves prime rib along with a variety of classic hors d’oeuvres, salads, and sides. Owned by the Richard DeShantz Restaurant Group, Rib Room offers exceptional, personalized service, as they only serve 16 guests at a time.

Capozoli’s is nestled in an unassuming building on the South Side’s Carson Street. It’s the quintessential neighborhood Italian restaurant, where you might stop after a long day at work for a glass of wine and a plate of pasta.

When I first stepped into Senza, I felt like I had been transported to one of those trendy wine bars that populate Europe. It certainly didn’t feel like I was in Etna. The team behind the beloved Bar Marco recently reopened Senza, after its former owners decided to pursue other opportunities, and transformed it into a cozy wine bar with an array of exceptional sharable dishes.