Looking for carnivore-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Mastro's Steakhouse, Brightwok Kitchen and RPM Steak, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry carnivore-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Discover the best River North restaurants with carnivore options. Highly rated spots with authentic carnivore menu items.
River North's Premier Carnivore Destinations
River North stands as a premier destination for meat lovers and adventurous diners alike, offering a sophisticated landscape of protein-rich menus in the heart of Chicago. This collection spans a diverse array of culinary traditions, from the refined cuts at Mastro's Steakhouse and Benny's Chop House to the vibrant Italian plates of Siena Tavern and the bold Mexican flavors at Xoco. Whether you are craving a classic American roast, fresh seafood, or savory Middle Eastern specialties, these acclaimed restaurants provide the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable meal.
30 restaurants in Best River North Restaurants with Carnivore Options | Top Rated
- Mastro's Steakhouse: 9 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Brightwok Kitchen: 7 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- RPM Steak: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- RPM Italian: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Blackwood BBQ: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Eataly: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Chicago Chop House: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- One North Kitchen: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Intelligentsia Coffee · rated 5/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- NYC Bagel Deli · rated 5/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Theory · rated 4/5: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Library · rated 4/5: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Big Wig Tacos & Burritos: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Gibsons Italia: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Prime & Provisions: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Mojo Coffee: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Club Lago: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Yolk: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Einstein Bros. Bagels: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Shaw's Crab House: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Meli Cafe: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Greek.
- Corner Bakery: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Volare Ristorante Italiano: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Wildfire: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Minghin Cuisine: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Ummo: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Fogo de Chão: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse is the most accurate.
- Grand Lux Cafe: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Xoco: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. Mexican.
- Big Shoulders Coffee: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. American.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
