This image highlights the intimate banquette seating at Nic + Junior’s in Chicago’s River North, featuring a blend of modernist artwork, warm wood finishes, and custom upholstered booths. Designed to feel both stylish and welcoming, the space reflects the restaurant’s commitment to creating layered, elegant dining experiences rooted in comfort and hospitality.

This photo captures the polished bar display at Nic + Junior’s in River North, featuring a thoughtfully curated selection of premium spirits. From classic whiskeys and amaro to Italian aperitifs and house cocktail ingredients, the backlit shelving highlights the detail and intention behind every drink served. A visual reflection of the bar’s global perspective and refined hospitality.

Captured behind the marble bar at Nic + Junior’s in River North, this image highlights the precision and craft behind each cocktail. A bartender pours a smooth old fashioned from a mixing glass into a chilled rocks glass, reflecting the restaurant’s commitment to timeless technique and thoughtful service. The perfect prelude to an evening of Brazilian-Italian hospitality.

A bartender prepares a classic cocktail at Nic + Junior’s, carefully finishing it with an orange twist. The image captures the intention and artistry behind the restaurant’s cocktail program, offering a refined yet approachable drinking experience in the heart of River North.

This detailed image highlights Nic + Junior’s hot capicola spiedini—a bold bar bite featuring charred, crispy ribbons of spicy capicola topped with finely diced tomato and chive. Served on skewers and plated simply, the dish embodies the restaurant’s Brazilian-Italian approach to rich flavors and elevated snacking, perfect for pairing with a signature cocktail in River North.

This image captures a bartender’s hand delicately placing coffee beans atop a freshly shaken espresso martini at Nic + Junior’s in River North, Chicago. The cocktail is presented in a classic martini glass on a marble bar with perforated matting, reflecting the restaurant’s elegant and detail-driven bar program. Both rich and refined, the espresso martini is a staple of the lounge menu, perfect for after-dinner indulgence or a sophisticated start to the evening.

This photo features two signature cocktails from Nic + Junior’s in River North, Chicago, artfully presented on the restaurant’s polished marble bar. One drink is a bold, dark red cocktail garnished with a cherry, while the other is golden and citrus-forward with a lemon peel twist. The pairing highlights the creativity and balance of the bar program—whether guests are looking for something spirit-forward or refreshingly bright.

A snapshot of bold flavor at the Nic + Junior’s bar in River North, this image features spicy hot capicola spiedini topped with tomato and chives, served alongside two signature cocktails: a passion fruit-infused old fashioned and a traditional version. The pairing showcases the restaurant’s Brazilian-Italian approach to bar snacks and cocktails, balancing heat, depth, and craftsmanship in every bite and sip.

This image showcases one of Nic + Junior’s warmest à la carte pairings: hand-cut tagliatelle tossed in a rich meat sauce, topped with freshly grated cheese and herbs, served alongside a classic Old Fashioned. Presented on a dark wood table in the softly lit lounge, the dish captures the restaurant’s refined yet approachable take on Brazilian and Italian traditions. It's a perfect snapshot of River North dining—cozy, elevated, and full of flavor.

A standout from the à la carte menu at Nic + Junior’s, this dish features handmade tagliatelle tossed in a slow-cooked pork ragu, garnished with freshly grated parmesan and vibrant herbs. Bold in flavor and classic in spirit, it reflects the restaurant’s Brazilian-Italian approach to comfort food elevated with culinary technique—perfect for lunch or dinner in River North.

Set against the marble bar at Nic + Junior’s in River North, this image captures a trio of signature cocktails—clarified espresso martini, classic espresso martini, and the Guilty Pleasure—paired with golden arancini and a dipping sauce. A showcase of elevated bar snacks and expertly mixed drinks, this spread reflects the restaurant’s refined yet approachable take on Brazilian-Italian hospitality.

A signature tasting menu dish at Nic + Junior’s, this chili crunch lobster features tender lobster tail bathed in aromatic chili oil, toasted sesame, and finished with fresh herbs and edible blossoms. A striking fusion of heat, texture, and richness, this course captures the restaurant’s bold Brazilian-Italian approach to fine dining in the heart of River North.

Part of the multi-course tasting menu at Nic + Junior’s in River North, this branzino dish showcases expertly seared fish with golden skin, a savory crumble base, and a bold orange sauce. Finished with delicate herbs, this course exemplifies the restaurant’s commitment to precision, seasonality, and Brazilian-Italian influence—all designed to elevate the fine dining experience.

A refined pasta dish from Nic + Junior’s tasting menu in River North, Chicago, featuring hand-cut noodles delicately tossed in a rich sauce with fresh crab and finished with a generous spoonful of caviar. This elegant plate reflects the restaurant’s commitment to craftsmanship, indulgence, and bold Brazilian-Italian fusion.

This elegantly plated bluefin tuna tartlette is topped with glistening caviar and vibrant garnishes, showcasing Nic + Junior’s dedication to precision and indulgence. Served as part of the River North restaurant’s multi-course tasting menu, it reflects the Brazilian-Italian fusion and meticulous technique behind each dish. A perfect balance of richness, texture, and visual impact.

This image features a refined Caesar salad reinterpretation, presented in golden crispy shells and garnished with freshly grated cheese. Part of the tasting menu at Nic + Junior’s in Chicago’s River North, the dish showcases the restaurant’s creative take on classic flavors—balancing technique, texture, and visual appeal in every bite.

This image captures Nic + Junior’s signature Brazilian cheese skewers, lightly crisped and finished with edible flower garnishes. A nod to traditional Brazilian comfort with an elevated twist, this elegant bite reflects the restaurant’s balance of bold flavor and refined presentation—offered in the warm, hospitality-forward setting of River North, Chicago.

This image showcases the main dining room at Nic + Junior’s in River North, Chicago. The space features sleek leather chairs, white tablecloths, geometric tiled flooring, and abstract wall art, all illuminated by warm, ambient lighting. Designed for comfort and sophistication, it’s an ideal setting for à la carte dinners, tasting menu experiences, and intimate group gatherings.