Three River North Restaurants Named Among OpenTable's Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026
Chicago has once again earned national recognition for its incredible dining scene, with 12 restaurants making OpenTable's Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026. Even better, three of those acclaimed restaurants are located right here in River North!
At HUB116, we love celebrating the businesses that make our neighborhood one of Chicago's most exciting places to work, dine, and explore.
This year's OpenTable list gives us another great reason to congratulate three outstanding River North restaurants: Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab, Gibsons Italia, and Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna.
Chicago Shines on OpenTable's 2026 Top 100 List
OpenTable's annual Top 100 Restaurants in America recognizes exceptional dining establishments based on feedback from verified diners and restaurant engagement metrics.
The 2026 selection was developed using more than 11 million diner reviews and dining data collected between September 2025 and August 2026.
Chicago earned 12 spots on the national list, reinforcing the city's reputation as one of America's premier dining destinations.
Among those honored are three restaurants that help make River North such a special neighborhood.
Meet Our Award-Winning River North Neighbors
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab
60 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL
Known for its legendary Florida stone crab claws, exceptional seafood, premium steaks, and classic hospitality, Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab has long been a favorite Chicago destination for business dinners, celebrations, and memorable nights out.
Its combination of traditional elegance, outstanding service, and celebrated cuisine makes it a worthy addition to OpenTable's 2026 Top 100.
Congratulations to the entire team at Joe's!
Gibsons Italia
233 N. Canal Street, Chicago, IL
Combining the renowned steakhouse tradition of Gibsons with authentic Italian-inspired cuisine, Gibsons Italia offers an elevated dining experience with spectacular views of the Chicago River and skyline.
From premium steaks to handmade pasta and an impressive wine selection, Gibsons Italia has become a popular destination for business meetings, special occasions, and waterfront dining.
Congratulations to Gibsons Italia on this national recognition!
Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna
531 N. Wells Street, Chicago, IL
Located at the corner of Grand and Wells, Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna brings a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere together with Italian favorites, delicious tavern-style pizzas, and thoughtfully crafted dishes.
With its charming dining room, lively atmosphere, and approachable menu, Zarella has quickly established itself as a favorite destination for River North residents, workers, and visitors.
Its place among America's Top 100 restaurants is an impressive achievement.
Congratulations to the Zarella team!
Another Reason to Love Working in River North
For those of us who work in River North, having nationally recognized restaurants nearby is more than a nice perk. It's part of what makes the neighborhood such an attractive place to do business.
From taking clients to lunch and hosting team celebrations to enjoying an after-work dinner with colleagues, the neighborhood offers outstanding dining experiences just steps away from the office.
At HUB116, located at 116 W. Hubbard Street, we're proud to be part of this vibrant business community.
Our central River North location puts tenants close to some of Chicago's best restaurants, entertainment destinations, public transportation options, and the Chicago River.
With flexible private office spaces, conference rooms, and a collaborative professional environment, HUB116 brings together the workspace you need and the neighborhood you'll love.
Congratulations to Chicago's Best!
We want to congratulate all 12 Chicago restaurants recognized in OpenTable's 2026 Top 100 Restaurants in America, with a special shoutout to our River North neighbors: Joe's Seafood, Gibsons Italia, and Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna.
Your success is something the entire neighborhood can celebrate!
Want to make River North your business's next home?
Explore our available office spaces at www.hub116.com and discover what makes HUB116 a great place to work, connect, and grow.
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