Alinea
Grant Achatz's Michelin-starred flagship, renowned for its immersive tasting menus and edible helium balloon dessert.
Founded by chef Grant Achatz in 2005 in Lincoln Park (1723 N Halsted St), Alinea is a highly acclaimed Michelin-starred restaurant. It is famous for its theatrical, immersive dining experiences that incorporate scented vapors, hidden ingredients, and tableside service. The dessert course famously begins with an edible helium balloon and is completed directly on the tabletop. The restaurant offers three distinct experiences nightly: the Kitchen Table, the Gallery, and the Salon. Prepaid reservations are required and booked via OpenTable. Prices vary by source, with recent estimates around $365-495 USD, excluding drinks, subject to the booking page.
Opening hours
Daily 17:00-22:00, reservations required
Nearby sights
- Lincoln Park Zoo
- North Avenue Beach
- Chicago Water Tower
- 360 Chicago (John Hancock Center)
- Lincoln Park
- Magnificent Mile
- Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
- Chicago Theatre