“A great, intimate steakhouse with amazing food and great service. I came hungry and was not disappointed. I ordered a steak with some bone marrow to compliment and the two large bones came on top and were a great addition. The house sea salt and bearnaise sauce were also flavorful and paired well. I also got a side of the truffle Mac and cheese. It has been a long time since I ate all my food so slowly from enjoying it as much as I did. I made a mistake ordering the strawberries and cream as it ended up being too much for me to be able to finish but it was an amazing dessert with an even better presentation!The wait staff was attentive and friendly. Highly recommend this place if you are looking for a great meal and really want to treat yourself!Vegetarian options: Fair number of great vegetarian options on the menu, especially for a steak house“
“The taste was much better than I expected. The two of us spent over 500, with nearly 100 in tips. The A5 Wagyu was more delicious than I imagined, and the oysters are definitely a must-order item at their restaurant. The only issue was personal; I’m someone who doesn’t like being frequently asked "how is everything" while eating. Although the person in charge was very enthusiastic, it was just a bit too much for me. I hope in the future they could pay a bit more attention to individual customer preferences.“
“All I can say is WOW! This steakhouse was incredible! Cannot recommend enough. The meat paradise was truly an experience and a delicious one at that. Our server, Leo, was probably one of the best servers we’ve ever had anywhere with his charismatic personality and caring service. He truly made this restaurant a memorable time! Forget about Brazilian steak houses or what not, money was WAY better spent here! Photo is before the delicious steak was grilled to our liking in front of us.“
“We eat here every time we are in town! No prime rib available tonight but no problem… the steaks were amazing and the service was phenomenal as usual! Hands down the best steakhouse in all of our travels!The Holy Grail of Prime Rib is incredible. Get there early though or you’ll miss out. This is a MUST HAVE if in Chicago!“
“In a town that has it all, The Patio stands out for its great staff, amazing atmosphere, and flavorful fare! It really started with the staff. From the time we walked in the door the staff was amazing!! Our waiter Dante was absolutely phenomenal. He didn’t rush us, gathered our drink order, and checked in at just the right times to allow us to make the most of our experience. We started with the French onion soup and Caesar salad. Both were delicious. The Caesar had a bit of its own flare with a soft boiled egg and fresh grated cheese. Next we had the tuna tartare. Fresh tuna coupled with wontons, sesame, and just the right amount of sauce. Our dinner entrees finished off a great date night in the big city. The filet was cooked perfectly and the lobster Mac and cheese had large bits of lobster and a crisp crumble atop a bed of melted cheeses! We can’t recommend the Patio enough! Overall a wonderful night we won’t forget anytime soon!!“
“This was my first stop for dinner on my solo trip in Chicago. I dressed up, called and made a reservation. I arrived early and was seated promptly. The hostesses were very pleasant and welcoming. Yazmine was my waitress. You should request her as yours. She is very kind, attentive and offered great recommendations for wine, dinner and activities for me to do during my stay in Chicago.I had a glass of the Prelius Cabernet, Salmon and whipped Sweet Potatoes. The bread was also very good!“
“Hello, I came across your blog.The staff were friendly and although their English was limited, they explained things well and I enjoyed my meal. I asked for takeout, and they said of course they would, and it was a meaningful experience with my first steak in America.“
“This is our new favorite date spot! This is the restaurant with the best ambiance in the city! It’s right across from the river, and it’s super dark inside, but very intimate. The service was second to none and everything we ordered was spectacular especially the desserts! We can’t wait to come back!“
“Gene and Georgetti's is a great place for a date night, birthday or really any celebration! The food is fantastic and the service is too. The pastas were all made in house and you can tell. The steaks are great, they have a nice crust and cooked to perfection. I also love the cocktails, the drinks I had were well made and very good. The atmosphere is also very cool and classic chicago. Overall we enjoyed every moment!“
“Chop House really impressed us. Excellent Steaks (prime rib, Ribeye, Mac & cheese). It was our first time visiting from Arizona & wanted to try something local. Chop house exceeded our expectations, all personnel went above & beyond with service & explaining menu options. Our waitress was awesome my kids loved how nice she was. (Forgot her name :( Carlos was also really nice & kind to us. I definitely recommend.“
“First, and foremost - The Best Dinner I have ever had. Mixed Green Salad - Fresh, inviting and simple. Short Rib Beignets - To Die For! A Beignet stuffed with Braised Short Rib, brilliant. Tar Tare of Boeuf - What carnivore doesn't enjoy a good Tar Tare Ceci Bean Cavatelli - One of the best pasta dishes of my life. Escargot - Is it the snails that make it or the Garlic Oil you sop up with bread? Answer: Either one, just scrumptious. Ora King Salmon - Simple but the Tarragone brunne banc and caviar, and flawless cooking technique, makes this a top class seafood classic. 55 Day Dry Age T-Bone Steak - Cooked perfectly, well seasoned, if you have an issue with this steak, maybe you should of stopped and McDonalds for a happy meal. This in one of the best steaks in Chicago. Roasted Mushroom - Simple and delectable. Boeuf Fat Fries - Amazing, Hot and Crispy. Not a vegan option. BoeufHaus a must visit.“
“The attention to detail this restaurant has is unmatched. Was greeted with complimentary soup and each table was purposely separated by a translucent curtain. Food was fantastic, and great portions for an upscale meal. Must visit if you want an intimate, romantic dining “
“Loved, loved everything about Bar Mar! From the inventive and excellent food and drinks to the ambience & the fun vibe, topped off with the attentive staff this all added up to the wonderful dining experience! Plus, the amazing humanitarian & owner, Jose Andres got it right with Bar Mar. Nice to support good people.“
“In town for business, went to The Capital Grille for a steak dinner. It was, oh, so much more! Ordered a cesar salad, new York steak, bone out. And the asparagus. The Cesar salad was delicious, with generous portions of shaved parmesean cheese. My steak ordered as medium rare, was absolutely perfect. The asparagus grilled with lemon wedge was a perfect complement. The dinner was perfect! I also ordered a Merlot wine by the glass, which was recommended by Blake, my server, who was excellent! She was so attentive and friendly! Almost all the wait staff stopped to ask if everything was okay and asked if I needed anything! The manager. Adam, also stopped and asked if everything was okay. The evening was perfect! I only wish my visit to Chicago was a more personal, elegant visit because this is where I would want to be! As if to show the elegance, I thought about having black napkins for guests wearing black. And then the manager, Adam, walked by with black napkins! Elegance is an exceptional quality. This should be a MUST for visitors who visit Chicago!“
“GT prime is my favorite. Honestly amazing foood. Great atmosphere. Really enjoyable. The beef tartare is my favorite. Steaks are always on point. And the chocolate soufflé is amazing. Loved the cocktails. My go to favorite dinner spot. Highly “
“Can’t say it enough, everything we had here was amazing! Started off with the (warm) seafood tower, which was incredible. Our server suggested one of the Wagyu steaks and that was amazing. Cocktails were great. Just everything. Epic spot.“
“The food was fantastic! The service was tremendous (incredible teamwork and passion)! The only issue I had was with the miserable little host/manager in the beige suit. One of the worst bedside manners I have ever seen from someone in the restaurant industry. He had a scowl on his face all night as he was walking around like a peacock. As my wife I were walking right past him on our way out, he wasn't going to say a word to us until I said, "Take care". At that point he responded, "Take care". ai guess I was expecting too much with a "Thank you".“
“My husband and I really enjoy great service and paired with good food; it is worth our time and money. Even though our visit was on the spur of the moment, we were able to get a great table. We arrived about 30 min to an hour before the restaurant became full. We were treated the same as those who had prior reservations and we were not rushed.The service/sever was great. Alex was very familiar with the menu, providing excellent descriptions of specials . Alex was attentive, checking to make sure we were enjoying our meal. Alex was also kind and friendly. Our meal (roasted chicken) was delicious. The chicken was cooked to perfection….very tender. If we could change one thing (minor) would be the lemon and caper jus. Flavor/taste was good, but it was just a little too much for us….the mash potatoes (which were tasty) disappeared into the jus. Loved the kale…very tender. Now, for the dessert(s); we are not sure how often the dessert menu changes, but the dessert menu on Saturday, April 12, 2024, presented a hard choice. Saving calories, we opted to share….we chose the Pound Cake filled with warm banana pudding, and drizzled with a rum sauce. This dessert was “De-Lish”, and worth every calorie. The pound cake was moist with a nice texture and the banana pudding was warm and full of flavor. Also, the sauce was so delicious, we tried to get every drop off the plate.?Again, we would recommend Chicago Firehouse!“
“I booked this reservation for my parents 32nd anniversary and they absolutely loved it! They can't stop raving about the wonderful waiter (Jose) who was extremely attentive, courteous and joyful. They loved the food and would love to return with the entire family. Thank you Fioretta family and staff. ?“
“My son had done some photography (OMWP Photography 2108 Armitage) work for the business and had tried the cuisine. Raved about it. Sent me photos. Hence why we were there tonight. I took him out. My pleasure. The owner Zyra gracious and caring. I had Potato soup that was incredible. A Chicken Tostada Zyras moms recipe and she made a couple changes the sauces wow! The steaks I had a Ribeye. One of the best ever. I have dined at all the high end eateries steak joints in the city. This place is a gem. Had to try the desert. We had a chocolate flourless fudge cake. We indulged. I wish Zyra and her husband much success. Jacob Kaufman and I will be back. Thanks, L. Kaufman DDS“
“Carson's was our first stop during a mini vacation and birthday celebration in Chicago and it did not disappoint! The portions are large enough to share and absolutely delicious! They surprised my aunt with a birthday treat, which simply made the experience even more amazing! We'll be back!“
“Love this place! Not exaggerating but the vibes plus the service was truly spot on. We sat at the bar for the night and Jacob recommended some really great dinner choices we were glad we followed his recommendations. Highly recommended this place for great drinks, service, and all of the above.“
“We ate lunch at Michael Jordan’s Steak House in Chicago today. We were greeted with a warm welcome and the hostess helped us with our parking situation. Our server was friendly and quick. Our food was delicious! After our meal the valet parking department went out of their way to help us and we were so appreciative. We will definitely be back and we highly recommend eating here!“
“Ashley was the best! The food was sooooo good— like truly every time visit. The ambiance is everything from decor, music, and the scene. I can and probably will become a regular. I'm also not a first-timer;) I haven’t felt this great about a restaurant in a really long time. 10/10 everyone!Dietary restrictions: I try to stay away from dairy but many of the dishes and desserts were dairy or had dairy accompanying it. That’s just something to be mindful of when visiting.“
“Impeccable service, perfect old Chicago vibe, delicious large portions. I like my ribeye uniformly med rare with a salty sear and butter basted finish. Here I order the bone-in ribeye rare and asked them not to be shy with the salt and butter. Comes with a nice sear, decadent and tasty. You will want to gnaw on the bone.Kid-friendliness: High chairs“
“When I first heard about the beef teriyaki, I must admit, I was skeptical. Could it really live up to the hype? The answer, it turns out, is a resounding yes. From the moment the dish was placed before me, the aroma alone was enough to dispel any lingering doubts. The beef was tender, each slice glazed to perfection with a savory-sweet teriyaki sauce that was a flawless balance of flavors. It was accompanied by a bed of steaming rice and crisp vegetables that added the perfect crunch. The beef teriyaki wasn't just good--it was a revelation. It's the kind of dish that haunts you in the best way possible; you find yourself thinking about it days later, craving that complex harmony of umami and sweetness. This is a dish that doesn't just satisfy your hunger, it elevates your entire dining experience. In short, if you're on the fence about trying this beef teriyaki, don't be. It's a culinary triumph that deserves every bit of praise it receives.“
“Had a birthday dinner and all was wonderful. The surf and turf is excellent as is the bass. I highly recommend the roasted vegetables and Brussel sprouts. The coconut cake is over the top. Views of the river are wonderful! Brian, our server, was great.“
“We've been going here for almost my whole life. Great ppl, great food, even better memories. The enchiladas are a must, red or mole.Kid-friendliness: My parents brought my sisters and I here as kids and now we get to bring our kids. They have literally been family friendly for 35+ years.“
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“One of the best meals I've had in Chicago in a long time. Our server Marco was exceptional - we were celebrating a birthday and he made our experience SO special with complimentary dessert and wine! We ordered the empanadas, party steak, papas bravas, and polenta and everything was so delicious. Marco also made a good wine recommendation and let us taste before we decided. Service was top notch throughout our meal and we will be back!“