Giant

Giant ranks 9th on the list of best restaurants in Chicago. Giant's long, 44-seat room may appear ironic in comparison to other lauded restaurants, but don't be fooled by its size. Giant is effortlessly minimal and stylish—white-washed brick opposite modern wood-paneling, simple gray and yellow banquets—and the place is always packed. Chef Jason Vincent runs the energetic establishment, serving a menu of 15-20 seemingly unrelated small and medium plates. The chef's dedication to flavor is the common denominator. There are no trend-followers, no themes, and no mission other than to serve high-impact cuisine.

Since its inception in 2016, Giant has been one of the most difficult tables to secure in town. Diners are eager to eat at the restaurant, ordering extra from the dessert, cocktail, and bar menus in order to stay a little longer. From Loop residents who rarely leave Fulton Market and River North, to visitors staying in nearby Airbnbs, to suburbanites out on the town, everyone is vying for a seat.

Google Rating: 4.5/5.0
Address: 3209 W Armitage Ave., Chicago, Illinois, 60647United States
Phone: (773) 252-0997
Website: giantrestaurant.com