The Best Chicago Restaurants For Dining Solo - Chicago - The Infatuation
"There’s not a boring seat at Maxwells Trading—a testament to the infectious energy and music that fill this West Loop spot nightly. But if you can’t score a primetime table for one, head to the first-come, first-serve bar. Besides having what might be the most comfortable bar seats in Chicago, you’ll also be at the center of the action. On one side, you’ll find friends taking down bowls of umami-packed clay pot rice. On the other, diners snack on thick scallion pancakes, while chatting with the bartender about the Sadé record currently playing. While reservations don’t immediately disappear when they're released a month out, it’s best to be watchful. Prime weekend time slots are pretty nonexistent, so plan to book about two or three weeks before your dinner unless you don’t mind eating at 5 or 9pm. It's always easier to get a table for a weekday. Or you can roll the dice and walk in day-of—the bar is first come, first served." - adrian kane, john ringor, veda kilaru, nick allen
