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Restaurants near the Lyric Opera House

Make a night of it! For pre-show dining or post-show drinks, these restaurants in downtown Chicago and the West Loop are located close to the Lyric Opera House. For even more convenience, Lyric also offers three onsite restaurants:

The Sarah and Peer Pedersen Room

Florian Opera Bistro

The William B. and Catherine Graham Room

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Casual & chic

Florian Opera Bistro

The Florian Opera Bistro is a casual and chic European-style restaurant that is conveniently located on the third floor of the Lyric Opera House. Complete with a full bar, the Bistro is the perfect place to enjoy a light pre-performance meal, a glass of wine during intermission, a specialty cocktail, or a scrumptious dessert.

Reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome based on availability.

Upscale dining

The Sarah and Peer Pedersen Room

The Sarah and Peer Pedersen Room is the perfect upscale dining option to complement your evening or afternoon out at Lyric. The prix-fixe dining experience allows you to choose from a curated selection of soups, salads, appetizers, entrées, and desserts inspired by the works on our stage.

Reservations required.

Exclusive member access

The William B. and Catherine Graham Room

An unparalleled dining experience, The William B. and Catherine Graham Room's innovative cuisine by Calihan Catering and superb, friendly service provide a sophisticated setting reserved for Lyric's annual contributors at the Distinguished Patron level.

Reservations and membership required (American Airlines Mezzanine level)

Photo: Cinderella, 2015/16 season (Todd Rosenberg).