

“Chicago has everything: picturesque lakefronts, extraordinary architecture, world-class museums, the kindest people you’ll ever meet-and yes, the best pizza, too. “Condé Nast readers know what Chicagoans have always known…our city is the best in the nation,” said Governor JB Pritzker.

I want to thank the tourism and hospitality professionals that make this award possible year after year and the millions of visitors that keep coming back to Chicago to explore everything our city has to offer.” “Most importantly, our city is full of people and organizations that care deeply and work tirelessly to make Chicago the most welcoming and inviting city in the world. – we have world-class restaurants, top-tier hotels and meeting spaces, cultural institutions and entertainment venues that can rival the best in the world and vibrant, diverse neighborhoods that make sure there is something for every visitor,” said Chicago Mayor Lori E. More information to come in 2022.“There are so many reasons why Chicago is the Best Big City in the U.S. The Pedersen Room provides a window into the historic opera house, and will become an all-day coffee shop and whiskey bar focusing on chef-driven, casual, lunch and happy hours. The Pedersen Room, located at street level on Wacker Drive, is undergoing renovations and is not currently open. A walk-in Bar Bites menu, intermission dessert service, and post-show cocktails are also available. The Florian provides an elegant, prix fixe dining experience exclusively for Lyric Opera patrons, reminiscent of a supper club, with a focus on prime rib, classic cocktails, and a thoughtfully curated wine list.

The Florian, is Lyric's newly renovated third floor restaurant. Lyric is excited about our new dining partnership with Toasted Hospitality this season to provide an elevated dining experience for Lyric patrons and beyond at The Florian and The Pedersen Room. Enjoy innovative cuisine by Calihan Catering, an extraordinary wine list, and superb service in an exclusive setting. and Catherine Graham Room is Lyric's luxurious home for annual contributors at the Distinguished Patron level. Lyric Opera of Chicago is currently the home of two wonderful restaurants where patrons may enjoy onsite dining before their opera performance.
