I discovered Pete Miller's Steakhouse when a friend of mine kept talking about a great place to hear music in Evanston. What? Little did I know about this gem of a restaurant. You can expect to pay steakhouse prices, but the food is very good, the bar is fun just for a drink, and best of all, yes, they have live music Thursday through Sunday. I really like this place; it's close to downtown Evanston, which means that with good food and a great bar area, the place can really get packed. If you're going to enjoy the optimal dining experience, I'm not sure I would go on a Saturday night; I'd try Thursday instead. Happy hour tends to be crowded, too. Overall, I think this is a very good restaurant with great jazz on the side.
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