Top 7 Michelin Star Restaurants in Chicago (2024 Updated)

Let’s be frank, Chicago is not THE Michelin Star destination.

At least not like New York, Paris, or Tokyo.

However, we can’t deny that 21 restaurants of this kind are a big thing, therefore Chicago is one of the world’s most exciting places to explore gastronomy and culinary delights.

As a city, Chicago has a lot to offer- music, art scene, fantastic skyline, rich sport event programmer, and of course, food.

Check our selection of the top 7 Michelin-star restaurants in Chicago.

Contents

Goosefoot
Band of Bohemia
Parachute
Boka
Elizabeth Restaurant
Spiaggia
Temporis
Chicago Safety Overview

Goosefoot

Goosefoot is created by the extra-talented couple of the designer Nina Nugent and the chef Chris Nugent.

Thi restaurant speaks contemporary, smart, and sleek- a real Michelin-starred place representative.

The aesthetic is subtle yet attractive and it encompasses all elements- the silverware, the interior, and the carefully designed menu.

The food is basically French cuisine with a modern twist.

They use fresh, seasonal ingredients and have never failed quality. Is this even necessary to point out?

Don’t underestimate the portion size and the “French” tag- before booking a table, make sure you’ve also booked a place to stay in Chicago so you can relax after the rich meal.

Band of Bohemia

The Band of Bohemia is a Michelin-starred restaurant that bridges the rustic authenticity of a brewpub with the Michelin exclusivity.

In fact, it is the world’s first Michelin-starred brewpub and it is holding up to the high standards for fancy microbreweries.

The menu? Venison tartare, miso caramel cod, and Rohan duck as entrees.

Yes, beers and food are equally fantastic.

How about a brew made of Jasmine rice and honey?

Or a wheat and barley special vintage edition?

Parachute

Parachute is, believe it or not, a basic street corner food place turned into an exclusive Chicago restaurant.

The chefs, and spouses, Johnny Clark and Beverly Kim have created a beautiful fusion of Asian (predominantly Korean) cuisine with intriguing twists.

On their hand-picked menu, you will find a signature cheese-crusted, bacon-topped flatbread or baked potato bing bread.

Here you can also find inventive Korean dishes like bibimbap, yuba, and kanpachi.

Boka

Boka is tagged as the “most romantic” restaurant in Chicago when it comes to fancy, elegant dining.

The design follows the 1940’s jazz style so expect dark leather, vintage elements, and a lively atmosphere full of loud music and chatter.

The food offer starts with a choice between a cold and a hot appetizer, roasted chicken, wild stripped bass, or short ribs.

Mind saving a bit of room for the dark chocolate, hazelnut, and concord grape dessert at the end.

Elizabeth Restaurant

Led by the talent of chef Iliana Regan, Elizabeth Restaurant is a Michelin-star restaurant that offers healthy food, focused on vegetables and fruit.

Moreover, there are many protein options that you can choose from, though visitors asses this place as “sustainability in practice”, which means convenience for both traditional Michelin visitors and newbies.

Spiaggia

Spiaggia is one of the best Italian food restaurants in Chicago. Punto.

Why you may ask?

Well, their chef Joe Flamm won the 15 position of Top Chef, plus they got the Michelin star.

And not only that their food is ultimately hats down, but their wine is another special story in this constellation of exquisite gastronomic experience.

Spiaggia became one of “America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants” and Wine Spectator granted the “Best Award of Excellence” for their wine offer and quality.