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Joyce, My daughters graduation is June 5,2009 and I would like to take a collection of people to dinner in downtown Chicago.

I would like a recommendation for a restaurant with great view of the city, good old American fare. Something everyone can find something on the menu and a average entree charge. Nothing over $27 per meal.

Can you help ?

Linda

HI Linda – Congratulations on your daughters graduation! Restaurants with a view can get a little pricey but definitely look into doing a family style meal or a designed menu. This way you have some control over the end result. When working a designed menu, you would speak with the Dining/Catering Manager to choose a couple of salads or appetizers, a couple of entrees and a couple of desserts. They can do special things like imprinting a special welcome or your daughter’s name on the menu.

Since I did not know how many people you are hosting here are a few locations with a view and within your price range:

Riva at Navy Pier

Signature Room at the 95th

Park Grill

Hope this helps.

Joyce Fong, Ask Joyce