It's totally tiki at Trader Vic's, a pricey Polynesian Gold Coast redo of the famed purveyor of pupu platters (and originator of the mai tai), where the tropical-kitsch Newberry Plaza setting includes a big bar, a view of the atrium garden, exotic wall coverings, and the requisite motifs of semi-naked women; its pricey menu features classic Polynesian fare and also more modern options like sushi and wood-oven–fired steaks.
1030 N. State St.; 312-642-6500