A 1920s-style bistro that oozes charm and serves some of the very best steaks in Chicago, Bavette’s is one of the most beloved restaurants in Chicago. While the menu focuses on steak, they have an excellent seafood program, and superb fried chicken. Make sure you save room for the rich chocolate cream pie with an Oreo crust, which has been named one of the city’s best desserts. Bavette’s also has one of the most creative BYOB and corkage policies; you are welcome to bring a bottle of wine, and the corkage fee is to share a glass of wine with another table. It’s a policy that creates community and conversation among the restaurant’s patrons.