Where to Find Natural Wine: Chicago IL

Chicago is the most central hub of natural wine in the US. With many stores and restaurants being early adopters in the wine industry, natural wine isn't new to Chi-town! While we haven't spent much time there personally, we've had some great recommendations below of all the places you can find some natural wine deliciousness on your next visit to the windy city!

COVID NOTE:
We have worked to put notes on all these establishments for their COVID regulations so you can know what kind of experience to expect. These regulations change often so please let us know if you find any changes and we will keep this map as updated as possible!

Elske- 1350 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607 

Low-key spot offering à la carte & tasting menus of creative American fare with Danish influences. Dine-in only 

Nico Osteria – 1015 N Rush Street, Chicago, IL 60611

Chic venue featuring Italian seafood specialties, cocktails & wines, located in the Thompson Hotel. Dine-in and takeaway

Marisol- 205 E Pearson St, Chicago, IL 60611

Set in the MCA, this stylish New American eatery & bar offers artful dishes amid modern design.

• Restaurant and Bar is temporarily closed due to COVID but The Counter is open for coffee, tea, snacks, and more.

Galit- 2429 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

Chef-driven Middle Eastern eatery with regular & sharing menus & creative cocktails in hip digs. Dine-in, curbside pickup and no-contact delivery

The Promontory- 5311 S Lake Park Ave W, Chicago, IL 60615

Stylish, modern eatery with open-hearth cooking & a conceptual menu in a bi-level space with music. Takeaway, delivery and no dine-in

Parachute – 3500 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618 

Funky-chic place serving modern, creative Korean-American fare plus wine & cocktails. Dine-in, takeaway and delivery

All Together Now– 2119 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622 (also a wine shop)

Compact, modern cafe with American bistro fare, beer & wine plus a bottle shop & grocery market. Dine-in, curbside pickup and no-contact delivery

Boeufhaus- 1012 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Classic chops plus German-leaning apps & sides in a sleek exposed-brick brasserie setting. Dine-in, takeaway and delivery

Mott St- 1401 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Asian-inspired plates & craft cocktails served amid funky furnishings & communal tables. Dine-in and takeaway and no-contact delivery

Giant – 3209 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Seasonal New American plates & craft cocktails are served in a funky storefront with local art. Dine-in, curbside pickup and delivery

Table, Donkey and Stick – 2728 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Upscale comfort fare & drinks from Europe's Alpine regions served in a rustic, minimalist setting. Dine-in, curbside pickup and delivery

Superkhana- 3059 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Creative, Indian-inspired dining with wines & craft cocktails in funky digs with a courtyard. Curbside pickup and delivery

Daisies- 2523 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Stylish spot with seasonal pasta & vegetables on the New American menu along with craft cocktails. Dine-in, curbside pickup and delivery

Cellar Door Provisions - 3025 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Rustic, 20-seat restaurant crafting farm-to-table American fare, country bread & pastries. Takeaway and no delivery. Indoor Dining Wed-Sat.

Pizza Lobo - 3000 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Dine-in, curbside pickup and no-contact delivery

Outside Voices - 3204 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Hip hangout for wines, charcuterie & nibbles amid rustic seating, local art & a seasonal patio. Dine-in, curbside pickup and delivery

Avec- Curbside pick-up and delivery

Inventive small & large plates served in a cozy, minimalist space with communal seating. Dine-in, curbside pickup and delivery

• 615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
• 141 W Erie Street, Chicago, IL 60654 

Rose Mary - 932 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60607

Italian-Croatian cuisine served in an industrial-chic restaurant that has a bar.

• Dine-in, Takeaway

WINE SHOPS:

 Perman Wine ,Chicago, IL

Perman Wine- 1167 N Howe St, Chicago, IL 60610

Sophisticated wine boutique stocking a range of bottles & spirits in sleek digs with a tasting room. In-store shopping and curbside pickup

Off-Premise- 1128 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

In-store shopping, curbside pickup and delivery

57th Street Wines- 1448 E 57th St, Chicago, IL 60637

In-store shopping, curbside pickup and delivery

Red & White Wines – 1861 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Loftlike shop specializing in small-production, thoughtfully sourced wines, beer & spirits. In-store shopping and in-store pick-up

Diversey Wine– 3023 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

 In-store shopping, curbside pickup and delivery

Craft & Barrel- 1433 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657

Independent shop stocking a selection of handpicked craft beers, wine & small-batch spirits.

• Temporary Closed

Independent Spirits- 5947 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Specialty liquor shop stocking small-production varieties of craft beer, wine & spirits.  In-store shopping and in-store pick-up

Olivia’s Market- 2014 W Wabansia Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Upscale grocery store featuring local goods, plus charcuterie, imported cheeses, wine & flowers. 

L&M Fine Foods - 4363 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60618

Provides high-quality produce, deli, cheese, meat, and grocery to local residents.

• Takeaway, Delivery, No dine-in

Eataly Chicago - 43 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60611

A vibrant Italian marketplace that features an array of cafes, counters, restaurants, and a cooking school.

• Dine-in, Takeaway, No-contact delivery

WINE BARS:  

Lost Larson, Chicago, IL 

Rootstock Wine & Beer Bar – 954 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Loungey local gathering place for pairing wine & beer with gastropub plates in homey-chic digs. Dine-in and takeaway

Lost Larson- 5318 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640

Bakery-cafe serving bread, pastries, sandwiches & cocktails in a casual space with a retro vibe. Dine-in, takeaway and delivery

Lula Cafe – 2537 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647

Inventive, market-driven food in a casual, funky space that hosts an especially popular brunch.

• Temporarily closed

Webster Wine Bar – 2601 North Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

A 400-bottle wine list & an eclectic menu of small plates in a cozy space with outdoor seating. Dine-in and takeaway

Easy Does It - 2354 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 (also a wine shop)

Dine-in and curbside pickup 

Conclusion:

Let us know which ones you've been to and are your favorites! Also if we've missed any keep us posted. Chicago is always at the forefront with wine and the selection available across the city should make most people envious.