Looking for paleo-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Intelligentsia Coffee, Streeter's Tavern and The Library, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry paleo-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Discover the best River North restaurants with paleo options. Highly rated spots with authentic paleo menu items.
River North's Premier Paleo Destinations
River North is a premier destination for health-conscious diners seeking flavorful, paleo-friendly meals without sacrificing the neighborhood's signature culinary flair. This curated selection showcases a vast range of experiences, from sophisticated French plates and Mediterranean classics to hearty steakhouse fare and vibrant Mexican dishes. Whether you are grabbing a quick American-style bite at Boxcar Betty’s or enjoying the refined atmosphere at Good Funk, these establishments prioritize high-quality ingredients that align perfectly with your lifestyle.
30 restaurants in Best River North Restaurants with Paleo Options | Top Rated
- Intelligentsia Coffee · rated 5/5: 5 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Streeter's Tavern · rated 4/5: 6 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Library · rated 4/5: 3 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Sugar Bliss Cake Boutique · rated 3/5: 4 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Good Funk · rated 3/5: 3 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Mastro's Steakhouse: 28 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Chicago Chop House: 15 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- RPM Steak: 15 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Benny's Chop House: 13 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Mojo Coffee: 13 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- RPM Italian: 13 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Stan's Donuts & Coffee: 11 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Wildfire: 11 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- River Roast: 10 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Eataly: 10 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Prime & Provisions: 9 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Volare Ristorante Italiano: 9 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Pizzeria Portofino: 9 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Big Shoulders Coffee: 8 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Smith & Wollensky: 8 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Shaw's Crab House: 8 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- NAHA: 7 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Billy Goat Tavern: 7 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Devil Dawgs: 7 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- One North Kitchen: 7 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Blackwood BBQ: 7 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Brightwok Kitchen: 7 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Jake Melnick's Corner Tap: 6 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Atwood: 6 paleo-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Dearborn: 6 paleo-friendly dishes 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.

















