The Cadillac Palace Theatre has been a Chicago landmark since it opened in 1926. It originally was a vaudevillian house, before it was converted into a movie theater in 1931. Later on, it served as a rock venue before it was restored in 1999 and rededicated itself to showing Broadway plays. Recent performances have included \"The Producers,\" \"The Pirate Queen\" and \"The Color Purple.\" If you are going to catch a show at the Cadillac and wish to enjoy a bite to eat beforehand, several quality restaurants are nearby.
Named after the city's primary area code, 312 Chicago serves up classic Italian fare in a bright and comfortable atmosphere less than a block from the Cadillac Theatre. The menu features items such as rigatoni bolognese, pappardelle (slow-roasted pork shoulder), seared swordfish, grilled beef tenderloin and ravioli filled with duck confit. The eatery also offers an extensive wine list, and it's open for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day except Monday, when it closes before dinner. Reservations are recommended. Diners can make reservations via the restaurant's website.
312 Chicago?
136 N. La Salle St.
Chicago, IL 60602
312-696-2420
312chicago.com?
Those looking to enjoy Thai food can head over to Siam Rice, which is one block from the theater. The modern decor is very soothing, and the menu is packed with classic Thai favorites. Offerings include chicken green curry, Plik Khing (stir-fried string beans), ginger chicken, clay pot mussels and pad Thai omelets. The restaurant offers a variety of teas, but does not serve alcohol. Siam Rice is open lunch and dinner Monday through Friday. It is closed on Saturday and Sunday. Reservations are not necessary. The eatery also offers takeout and delivery service.
Siam Rice?
117 N. Wells St.
Chicago, IL 60606
312-606-9999
siamricethai.com?
Ronny's, a low-key alternative to fancy Chicago steakhouses, is one-tenth of a mile from the Cadillac Theater. Its decor features memorabilia and pictures from the restaurant's famous visitors (including legend Cubs' broadcaster Harry Caray). The diverse menu extends beyond steak, and features items such as barbecue pork chops with eggs, jumbo taco salad, pizza by the slice and beef burritos. Steak options include an 8-oz. lunch special and a 20-oz. dinner steak served with baked potato and garlic bread. Ronny's is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Reservations are not needed.
Ronny's Original Chicago Steak House?
100 W. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL 60601
312-346-9487
ronnyssteakhouse.com?
