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Downtown Chicago Restaurants . . . A Fusion of World Flavors

Enjoy a culinary adventure in downtown Chicago at The Avenue Crowne Plaza Hotel and Suites Chicago Downtown- from our British pub to rooftop dining at Sky Lounge. Awaken your appetite with a European influenced breakfast buffet at Sky Lounge, our downtown Chicago restaurant with sweeping views of the city. Grab a pint at Elephant & Castle, a casual English-style restaurant and pub, where 26 ales are on tap to cool your palate. Enjoy hearty British specialties, from bangers and mash and fish and chips to burgers and onion rings, or stop by for a night cap. Give in to temptation at our downtown Chicago restaurants.

Elephant & Castle - A Chicago Restaurant & Pub -

A relaxed English-style pub on the first floor of the hotel, Elephant & Castle Restaurant and Pub is a favorite restaurant and hangout for Chicago locals and tourists. With its rich wood décor and charming ambiance, Elephant and Castle offer's traditional British fare, including fish and chips, bangers and mash, and American classics such as burgers and fries, seafood, steaks and pasta entrees. Relax with friends and colleagues by the glowing fireplace or cozy up to the bar stocked with endless spirits and 26 beers and ales on tap from around the world. During the spring and summer, the outdoor patio is a laid-back spot for enjoying a cold pint and views of the city. With a hip Euro scene and cuisine, Elephant & Castle is a favorite Chicago restaurant for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night drinks. Elephant & Castle offers daily drink and restaurant specials!

Hours

• Breakfast 6:30 am - 11:00 am (Saturday & Sunday until 12 pm)
• Lunch 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Sky Lounge -

Relax in a contemporary setting with magnificent 40th floor views of Chicago and Lake Michigan at the Sky Lounge. Enjoy European-influenced breakfast cuisine featuring fresh ingredients and the creativity of our executive chef. Awaken your senses with our delicious European-style breakfast buffet. Sky Lounge also offers outdoor dining at the rooftop pool in the warmer months, the perfect place to kick back and chow down.

The Sky Lounge is also available for private day and evening receptions and parties. Enjoy unforgettable rooftop dining experiences and festivities in the heart of Chicago with breathtaking city and lake views. Call the sales department at 312.440.3754 or email us at fun@avenuehotelchicago.com to set up your next private event.

The Sky Lounge is open to the public daily for breakfast from 6:30am to 10:30am.

In-Room Dining With Chicago City Views -

Whether you desire a romantic dinner for two, a private business lunch, or a late night snack in the privacy of your room, order some room service and chow down! Our extensive in-room dining menu offers everything from steaks to seafood to burgers. Our food arrives fresh, quick and hits the spot.

Downtown Chicago Restaurants -

Whether you're craving Chicago-style pizza or a dry-aged steak, Chicago is a melting pot of world cuisinea and over 7,000 fabulous restaurants - from ethnic eateries to legendary stekahouses. Steps from our Chicago hotel, you'll discover many fantastic restaurants, but save room for Chcago's famous finger foods like deep-dish¬ pizza, foot-long hot dogs, and Fannie May candy. Here are some recommended Chicago restaurants within walking distance from the hotel.

Tru -

676 St. Claire St; 312-202-0001 -With its elegant, yet simple atmosphere, Tru serves innovative cuisine that elevates your senses. Three-course tasting menus include salmon mousse with chilled tomato soup, tender veal with artichokes in a lush napoleon, and lobster prepared three ways: lobster bisque, lobster mushrooms, and lobster salad. The bar serves over a dozen champagnes by the glass. A sommelier is on hand to suggest great wine.

The Capital Grille -

33 N Saint Clair St; 312-337-9400 - The Capital Grille is a carnivore's utopia serving melt-in-your-mouth, dry-aged beef. Tantalize your taste buds with dishes like Veal Chop with Roquefort butter sauce and Steak au Poivre with Courvoisier cream. The simple, elegant decor with Tiffany lamps, sumptuous carpeting, rich brown and forest green hues, and large windows create an inviting dining atmosphere in downtown Chicago. Wine Spectator granted The Grille a "Best of Award of Excellence" for their 300-bottle wine list. A charming wine room hosts private events.

Rosebud Steakhouse -

92 E Walton St; 312-397-1000 - Walk over to Rosebud and indulge in mouthwatering cuisine in a comfortable, welcoming dining room. The menu is packed with delectable beef and seafood dishes, like a NY strip steak or potato-crusted striped bass, as well as fresh salads and scrumptious sides. The large wine offers pours of Italian, French, and Californian wines.

Morton's Steakhouse -

1050 N State St; 312-266-4820 - Walk down below street level to the warm ambience of an exclusive club with white linens on the tables, crystal chandeliers, and royal service, Morton's wows diners with succulent cuts of sirloin, t-bones, and filet mignon, as well as a great wine list. This popular Chicago steakhouse is perfect for any occasion.

Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab -

60 E Grand Ave.; 312-379-5637 - With its vaulted ceiling, dark wood furniture, and vibrant ambiance, this classic dinner club-style restaurant is a great place for a power lunch or entertaining clients. Partner of Joe's Stone Crab in Miami, this Chicago restaurant features a selection of fresh seafood and steaks. The stone crab claws are a must!

Pizzeria Due -

619 N Wabash Ave; 312-943-2400 - True Chicago staples, Due and Uno serve classic deep-dish pizza and are the local shrines of the Chicago-style phenomenon. Try the bacon cheeseburger pie, a shroom version, or the signature pizza loaded with sausage, pepperoni, romano and mozzarella, and loads of veggies and tomato sauce. If you don't crave a pie, try the delicious burgers, salads, steaks, seafood and pastas. The wait is worth it!

Nacional 27 -

325 W Huron St; 312-664-2727 - One of the hippest restaurants in Chicago, National 27 offers a unique menu of thrilling Latin American cuisine. From chimichurri sauce to garlic-roasted chicken Cubano, the cuisine is fresh, exciting and fired up with flavor. After hours, this hip restaurant turns into a nightclub that emanates the spicy grooves of salsa, merengue, and quebradita.

Gene & Georgetti -

500 N Franklin St; 312-527-3718 - A landmark since 1941, this restaurant is one of Chicago's last men's club steak houses. All the waiters are male, and the maitre d' is on a first-name basis with regulars. Sinatra dined here whenever he was in the Windy City, indulging in thick steaks and delicious Italian specialties. Come in and enjoy a wonderful tradition that was started more than 50 years ago.

Fogo de Chão -

661 N La Salle St; 312-932-9330 - This Brazilian churrascaria features gauchos who slice and roast 15 different meats tableside, including lamb, beef, pork, and chicken. The price of your meal includes all-you-can eat on the meats, as well as side dishes and the cold buffet. The upscale rustic décor with dark woods, a waterfall, and a cowboy mural, creates a warm lodge-like ambiance for dining.

Riva -

700 E Grand Ave, Navy Pier; 312-644-7482 - Scrumptious seafood and amazing views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline are found at this Navy Pier favorite. Relax in the elegant dining room or outside on the pier and enjoy a starter of fried calamari or bacon-wrapped diver scallops. The menu offers fresh tuna, salmon, sole, crab, and lobster, as well as steaks and pastas. Dig into delectable desserts like crème brûlée and mango ice cream.