Service is deft, knowledgeable and always gracious. 4156 N. Kedzie Ave. This Streeterville classic serves contemporary American cuisine in an elegantly spare but warm dining room with exposed-beam ceilings and hardwood floors. For a lighter dinner, try the delicate braised fall squash stuffed with wild rice and forelli pears, walnut pesto-dressed mushroom ragout and spiced cider reduction. Service is hushed and efficient.
Patrons are sophisticated and well-heeled.
238 E. Ontario St. Reservations strongly recommended. Smoking at bar. Wheelchair accessible through 240 E. Ontario entrance. Glass, metal and exposed brick set the stage in this super-trendy Wicker Park restaurant.