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Restaurant
Alinea
Alinea is one of the best american restaurants in Chicago for special occasion, especially if you want a strong option in Chicago.
Alinea has spent two decades as Chicago's argument for dining-as-theatre, and the question now is whether the spectacle still earns the occasion.
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Michelin ★★★
Rating (Google) 9.2
2,991 reviews
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9.2
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Based on 2991 reviews
Michelin
Best used for
special occasion and Fine dining
Price and pace
splurge · Check restaurant site
Neighborhood
Chicago · 1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Hours
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Price
splurge
Google rating
9.2 from 2,991 reviews
Address
Chicago | 1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
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What makes Alinea worth the move
Alinea is one to keep in mind when the meal is supposed to feel like an event. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 2,991 Google reviews.
What to know fast
Public rating
9.2 from 2,991 Google reviews
Best used for
special occasion and Fine dining
Style
American in Chicago
Spend
splurge | Check restaurant site
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Know before you go
Google rating: 9.2 from 2,991 reviews
Price point: splurge
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What diners are saying
0 diner reviews · reviewed by James Whitfield for Alinea
Google snapshot
9.2 from 2,991 reviews
TastyPals notes
Editorial review by James Whitfield
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For now, Alinea holds a 9.2 rating across 2,991 Google reviews.
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Plan the visit
Quick details
- Address
- 1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
- Price
- splurge
- TastyPals score
- Coming soon
- Hours
- Check restaurant site
- Google rating
- 9.2 (2,991 reviews)
- Cuisine
- American
- Michelin
- MICHELIN ★★★
- Neighborhood
- Chicago
Frequently asked questions
What cuisine does Alinea serve?
Alinea is a American restaurant located in Chicago, Chicago. Alinea has spent two decades as Chicago's argument for dining-as-theatre, and the question now is whether the spectacle still earns the occasion.
What is Alinea best for?
Alinea is best for fine dining, special occasion, refined, destination, fine dining, michelin star. Alinea is one to keep in mind when the meal is supposed to feel like an event. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 2,991 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at Alinea?
Alinea is in the splurge price range (splurge). Google rating: 9.2 from 2,991 reviews
What should I order at Alinea?
Start with Black Truffle Explosion, Hot Potato, Cold Potato, Edible helium balloon and Bourbon-maple cured Arctic char. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.
Is Alinea worth visiting?
Alinea holds a 9.2 Google rating from 2,991 reviews. Alinea is one to keep in mind when the meal is supposed to feel like an event. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 2,991 Google reviews.
Where is Alinea located?
Alinea is located at 1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
What are Alinea's hours?
Alinea's listed hours are Check restaurant site. We recommend checking directly before visiting as hours may vary on holidays.
Does Alinea take reservations?
Yes, Alinea accepts reservations. You can book a table online through their reservations page.
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