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Alinea

1723 N Halsted St Chicago, IL (312) 867-0110  
Website: http://www.alinea-restaurant.com/
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Alinea is a American restaurant where most Menuism users came for a romantic date, paid more than $50, and tipped more than 18%.

People describe this restaurant as Romantic, American, Fine Dining, Tasting Menu, Prix Fixe, and Dinner [ tag it ]

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  • # who have favorited this restaurant : 6
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5.0 avg. based on 9 ratings & 6 reviews

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6 reviews

Award_star_gold First reviewed by:  Mattjames
Jan 1, 2008 Link

Phenomenal experience! The creative and unique...

Phenomenal experience! The creative and unique presentation succeeded in exciting all of your senses while indulging in the fantastic flavors of the dish. My friends and I enjoyed the tasting menu and every plate was fantastic.

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Sep 26, 2007 Link

Great modern restaurant! Awesome wine list,...

Great modern restaurant! Awesome wine list, great food, expensive but well worth it. Would definitely go back!

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Jul 25, 2007 Link

Really spectacular, well-executed, great service, fantast...

Really spectacular, well-executed, great service, fantastic wine list, interesting concept, delicious menu, great location, beautiful ambience, well run kitchen, just spectacular! I wish I could go again and again.

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Jun 22, 2007 Link

Off the charts.

Off the charts.

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Jun 16, 2007 Link

Truly deserves its acclaim as Gourmet's #1 restaurant. O...

Truly deserves its acclaim as Gourmet’s #1 restaurant. One of the most phenomenal experiences of my life.

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Jun 12, 2007 Link

Phenomenal food... I've been to Alinea twice and caught A...

Phenomenal food… I’ve been to Alinea twice and caught Achatz at Trio once before he left. The food is always creative and delicious. Word of advice – get the tour de force menu, it’s the best way to appreciate the full ability of Achatz and the restaurant.

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I came here for
a romantic date
My meal cost
more than $50
I tipped
more than 18%
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