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Boka Restaurant vs North Pond
Both establishments are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Boka Restaurant is preferred by most writers compared to North Pond. Boka Restaurant has a TripExpert Score of 85 with positive reviews from 11 sources including Travel + Leisure, Zagat and Not For Tourists.
Boka Restaurant
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1729 North Halsted Street, Ste 1, Chicago, IL 60614-5537
From $31 /night
Fodor's
"If you're doing Steppenwolf pre-theater dinner on North Halsted Street, this upscale spot gets the foodie stamp of approval."
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Frommer's
"In a neighborhood full of Irish pubs and casual sandwich joints, Boka is a sophisticated, grown-up alternative."
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Travel + Leisure
"After starting with creative handcrafted cocktails, which can be customized to suit personal flavor preferences, move on to seasonal specialties like the braised beef short rib ravioli."
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Zagat
"After a serious refresh (which may not be reflected in the scores), this hip Lincoln Park New American has a new menu and a new look."
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Gayot
"Boka's menu, which was already good, has become considerably better with time. We find first courses are a real strength --- complex, artful and highly seasonal."
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North Pond
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2610 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL 60614-2160
From $21 /night
Fodor's
"A former Arts and Crafts–style warming house for ice-skaters at Lincoln Park's North Pond, this gem in the woods fittingly champions an uncluttered culinary style."
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Travel + Leisure
"Recognized by the James Beard Foundation and Food & Wine, chef Bruce Sherman displays his knowledge of seasonal French-American cuisine with prowess at North Pond."
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Zagat
4.6
"Chef Bruce Sherman's "fabulously creative" seasonal cooking plus a "lovely", "romantic" location inside Lincoln Park and "excellent" views of North Pond."
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BlackBook
"Chef Bruce Sherman cultivates close relationships with local farmers for fresh ingredients for his dishes, which change according to what's fresh, delicious and in season."
Gayot
15.0
"Gear up for a fine ride with French-meets-seasonal American cuisine from chef Bruce Sherman."
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