Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Aster Hall, Grand Lux Cafe and Xoco, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 3 upscale dining experiences
Find upscale soul food restaurants in River North. Great soul food food that fits your budget.
River North's Upscale Soul Food Destinations
Discover the refined side of comfort in River North, where upscale soul food meets the bold and artistic traditions of Peruvian cooking. This curated selection features premier destinations like Tanta, where sophisticated surroundings and vibrant flavors create an unforgettable dining experience. From modern interpretations of classic dishes to an elegant atmosphere, these restaurants offer a luxurious way to explore the soulful tastes of South America in the heart of the city.
13 restaurants in Best Upscale Soul Food Restaurants in River North | Upscale Soul Food Food
- Aster Hall · rated 4/5: American.
- Grand Lux Cafe: American.
- Xoco: Mexican.
- Beatrix: American.
- Tanta: Peruvian.
- Dick's Last Resort: American.
- The Kitchen: American.
- Seoul Taco: Korean.
- Can't Believe It's Not Meat: American.
- Yolk: American.
- Devil Dawgs: American.
- Penelope's Vegan Taqueria: Mexican.
- Stan's Donuts & Coffee: 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.








