Alinea

In 2010, Alinea was awarded three stars in the Michelin Guide. As of April 2021, Alinea is the only Chicago restaurant to retain a three-star status, Michelin's highest accolade. The restaurant opened on May 4, 2005, and takes its name from the symbol Alinea, which is featured as a logo. Co-owner Nick Kokonas wrote, of the restaurant's name, "If you're wondering about the name, Alinea literally means "off the line." The restaurant's symbol, more commonly known as the pilcrow, indicates the beginning of a new train of thought, or literally a new paragraph.

Alinea is always searching for passionate and dedicated members to join your team for front-of-house and back-of-house. There are three dinner options - the Salon, the Gallery, and the Kitchen Table - at different price points that fluctuate, but generally range from $205-$395. That’s a lot of money, but if you’re looking to go all-out on dinner, this is where to do it. The entire experience is whimsical, and parts of it are intentionally absurd. The servers and cooks are in on it - whether they’re slapping a fire out with juniper branches, capering around a fog machine, or explaining how to avoid getting that edible balloon stuck in your hair. Plus, they’re genuinely funny - as in cracking jokes while presenting you with one of the fanciest things you’ve likely ever eaten. So if spending a potential car payment on a dinner that could be characterized as kind of silly bothers you, this place is not a smart choice for your money.

Location: 1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA

Website: https://www.alinearestaurant.com/

Hours: 17:00 AM - 22:00 PM

Google Rating: 4.6/5