Chicago is known for its wide array of eating establishments, and one of my all-time favorites is RL Grill. It's owned by Ralph Lauren and is connected to Mr. Lauren's Michigan Avenue store. Side note, the shop on Michigan Avenue is the biggest Ralph Lauren in the world. But the restaurant that goes along with it is truly amazing! From what they serve, to the ambiance inside the restaurant is fantastic. The main dining room is paneled in the signature Ralph Lauren mahogany paneling and navy fabric, which is topped and covered from floor to ceiling with vintage oil paintings and photographs. The bar/lobby is a cozy place for a bowl of the delicious Lobster Bisque soup next to the fireplace, or for a nice cocktail on a snowy Chicago evening.
RL has been one of my favorite restaurants for a few years now, and will stay one of my favorites because of the exceptional service. The entire restaurant is run by the same group that manages Hugo's Frog Bar, and Gibson's steakhouse both a few blocks away on Rush Street.
