Outside ofthe tourist attractor , the Loop is n’t exactly illustrious for dining . But thanks to the hoard of Chicagoans trek there every weekday for piece of work , the expanse at least has lunch down . Whether you need to entertain guests mid - mean solar day or snap up something quick before you get back to literal business organisation , you ’ve got options galore . Keep in mind , though , that some of these place might only be undefendable during the working week , so it ’s deserving twice - checking if a restaurant is open weekend before you bank on it . Even if it ’s not , though , another position on this list will befit your needs . From tiny local chain to monolithic food for thought halls , these are the lunch spot in the Loop that do n’t suck .
Cherry Circle Room
A luncheon that ’s set for momma ’s surprise visitTucked by in the back of the Chicago Athletic Association , Cherry Circle Room is quick to move . get a dejeuner for a customer ? Check . Mom came up for the suburbs and wants to come across for luncheon ? Check . It ’s got the feel of a mod chophouse , but make it cosy , plus mashed potatoes to die for . Really feeling the need to move ? Take your luncheon Edgar Guest up to Cindy ’s rooftop to land up off with a glassful of wine and smashing views .
The Gage
Pisces the Fishes and chipping and beer and Millennium ParkOne of the things the Gage has going for it is accessibility . stair from Millennium Park , and with a hefty beer bill of fare to boot , it ’s a popular luncheon dapple if you ’ve receive the time . baby-sit and enjoy the fry pickles and a salmon BLT with coworkers or entertain guests with the ability to point them straight toward the Bean at the end of the meal .
Atwood
Lunch , with a side of the great unwashed - watchingPositioned on the Southwest corner of State and Washington and surrounded by field glass windows , Atwood is the shoes for a long luncheon by the window with a Good Book . The mass walking up and down State Street will provide amusement , and Atwood ’s fare provide the choice to have dinner early with a hybrid menu , or justify an appetiser of spinach artichoke fall as lunch .
Cafecito
Killer sandwich deserving wait in rail line forThose who work in the Loop know of Cafecito ’s well - deserved cult following and make it a special occasion to wait in lineage for one of the pressed sandwich . There is n’t a wrong choice , but some of the ripe ace are the Cubano and Ropa Vieja . Get a coffee – the Cafecito – while you ’re there . It ’s worth it .
Ceres Cafe
Long - standing Board of Trade restaurantSince 1967 Ceres Café has been serving up dishful in the Board of Trade . It ’s a Loop staple with locally source classic American dishes , a rotating soup and special of the day , and strong cocktail . bar by for a burger , head over for an other happy hour , or even get up early for an omelet .
Free Rein
An upscale brasserie in sleek digsThis beautiful eating house next to St. Jane in the Carbon and Carbide Building is the Loop ’s newer American brasserie . The luncheon carte is nicely size , with a smattering of salads and a hefty listing of sandwiches and tartines – plus a few entrées for those looking for something a little great . Whatever you pick , it ’s trusted to be a serene meal in Free Rein ’s contemporary barb .
U.B. Dogs
What ’s better than a Chicago frankfurter for lunch?If you ’re looking for a fast - food lunch with local flair , U.B. Dogs is your best bet . The firedog are cheap , the fries are great , and you could even get a burger . Chicago dogs and Polishes both cure what ails , and there ’s a Beyond Brat for the vegetarian , too .
Gayle V’s Best Ever Grilled Cheese
Just like momma used to make , but betterThe cheese is perfectly melt , the sourdough shatters , and there ’s tomato soup on the side . The Classic is the sandwich to get when you really need a appreciation of plate , but if you ’re splurging , catch the Duke with Swiss tall mallow , ham , and your choice of leaf mustard .
Wells Street Market
The Loop ’s second food hall with gyros , sushi , and donutsTechnically a variety of restaurants , we ’ll put the Loop ’s two intellectual nourishment market under one umbrella for ease . blame from eatery like Piggie Smalls Gyro Shop by Jimmy Bannos Jr. ( the Purple Pig ) , Tempesta Market ( West Town ’s voguish sandwich shop class ) , and Tabo Sushi by Takashi Yagihashi ( Takashi , Slurping Turtle ) , among others . There ’s a legal community in the centre of the whole thing for a quick lunch libation , and Firecakes donut for dessert .
Revival Food Hall
Perfect for when you ca n’t resolve what to eatThere are greaser ( Antique Taco Chiquito ) , ramen ( Furious Spoon ) , barbeque ( Smoque BBQ ) , Nashville hot crybaby ( the Budlong ) , poke ( Aloha Poke ) , and more at this food Hall . With rotating vendors , there ’s always something new to seek to keep it interesting , and mainstays for something a lilliputian more dependable . Stop by in the first light for pastry and coffee , come back for luncheon , and then detain for happy hour .
Pierogi Heaven
Yes , you’re able to get sour ointment , fried onions , and baconAnother comfort nutrient lunch item , beak from pierogi like potato and tall mallow , beef and spinach plant , and mushroom cloud – then add a side of a Polish sausage . It ’s fast ( the pierogi and blimp are made in rise ) , and there ’s nothing fancy about them , but they ’re fulfil and delicious when you need to indulge .
Oasis Cafe
Traditional Greek in the back of a jewelry storeYep , its behind a jewellery depot – you ’ll have to pass through ( enter on Wabash Street ) where there ’s a sign that sound out “ Oasis Café ” to retrieve this almost literally hidden gem . Falafel , moussaka , tabbouleh , hoummos , baba ghanouj – plenty of traditional Greek street foods plus some . It ’s hard to go wrongly , so pick a combo home plate of your selection and delight the freshness .
Pastoral Artisan Cheese, Bread and Wine
Because who enounce you ca n’t have a cheese collection plate for lunchYou say you ’re going for a sandwich , but have ’s be tangible , if you ’re go to Pastoral for lunch , you might as well get a Malva sylvestris plate . There ’s a few to choose from – a charcuterie variety , an All - American miscellany , a dealer ’s option variety , and a crowd pleaser variety – that all come with a baguette and are sized for one . Or , you know , you may get the sandwich , because they ’re equally as good .
Fisk & Co.
A prix - fixe mark to be quick , mussels for when you have timeIf you have the time , it ’s worth sit down for the coconut curry mussel and a side of frites ( sure , sure , it ’s a little pricey , but sometimes tiffin is worth it ) . If not , Fisk & Co. has tiffin figure out for those who postulate something quick but also desire to escape the role for a bit . You ’ll get a soup or salad , a choice of entrée ( salmon BLT , deep-fried wimp sandwich , or gnocchi ) , and mini rum cakes to - go for $ 24 .
The Gage
Cherry Circle Room
Atwood
Ceres Cafe
Gayle V’s Best Ever Grilled Cheese
Pastoral Artisan Cheese, Bread & Wine
