Best Business Lunch Power Players Restaurants in Mid-North District
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Riccardo Trattoria
Third-generation Italian restaurateur creating authentic Northern Italian cuisine
Notable Picks
8.4
Chef Riccardo Michi, whose family ran a Milan restaurant since 1943, brings genuine Tuscan and Milanese traditions to this intimate Lincoln Park spot. A former Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient, the kitchen excels at osso buco, handmade pastas, and preparations that feel transported from Northern Italy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Veal Osso Buco with Saffron Risotto, Pappardelle with Short Rib Ragu, Fried Zucchini Blossoms
What Makes it Special: Third-generation Italian restaurateur creating authentic Northern Italian cuisine
8.3
Evette’s Lincoln Park is a counter-service Lebanese-Mexican café where shawarma fries, halloumi-filled pitas, and tacos land in a bright, colorful space. It’s strong for creative business lunches when teams want something casual but chef-driven, with many orders going out quickly for takeout or short, focused dine-ins.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Shawarma Tacos, Garlic Feta Fries, Halloumi Pita
What Makes it Special: A chef-driven, fast-casual spot blending Lebanese flavors with tacos and loaded fries in a bright setting.