Chicago has emerged as the undisputed king of fine dining, claiming a staggering 17 spots on OpenTable's newly released 2025 Top 100 U.S. Restaurants list.

Each year, OpenTable analyzes millions of diner reviews and reservation patterns to compile an unranked honor roll of the year's top restaurants.

This year's Top 100 blends long-time favorites with a wave of standout newcomers, painting a picture of resilient yet evolving tastes.

The 2025 findings also align with OpenTable's newly released 2026 Dining Trends Report , which highlights shifting diner preferences and the rise of design-forward, experience-driven restaurants.

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