Alinea

Alinea, modernist cuisine in Lincoln Park

Alinea is a fine dining restaurant located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago. Its focus is modernist cuisine, and it offers a multi-course tasting menu in its main dining rooms each night. Chef Grant Achatz and his team lead the establishment.

Three tasting menu experiences

The culinary offering is divided into three distinct experiences served each night: the Kitchen Table, the Gallery, and the Salon. Each represents a different way to approach the multi-course tasting menu that defines the house.

Awards and distinctions

The restaurant has received widespread praise for its innovative approach to modernist cuisine. Among the accolades attributed to it are being named the Best Restaurant in the World by Elite Traveler, the Best Restaurant in North America by The World's 50 Best Restaurants, and the Best Restaurant in the U.S. by Gourmet and Business Insider. It is one of only fourteen restaurants in the United States to hold the coveted Michelin 3-Star rating. It has also won James Beard Awards for Outstanding Restaurant in the U.S., Outstanding Service in the U.S., and Outstanding Chef in the U.S.

Reservations and to-go orders

The restaurant uses the Tock platform to manage table reservations and to-go orders. The website includes a mailing list sign-up form to receive information about ticket releases and special events from the group.

Private events and team

Alinea offers private event planning. As for the team, the restaurant is continuously seeking staff for front-of-house and back-of-house positions, and offers competitive compensation and health benefits, according to its own presentation.

Location and contact

1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614 · Email: hospitality@alinearestaurant.com