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I went with a group of four to celebrate a special occasion. Our service was absolutely flawless....
More 9 months ago
I went with a group of four to celebrate a special occasion. Our service was absolutely flawless. Our steaks were cooked perfectly and the mashed potatoes were great. I have heard that this place was full of tourists and not to go there. I disagree. The food was reasonably priced. The atmosphere was crowded but enjoyable. I would recommend this to all local Chicagoans.It is great!
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I was in Chicago last week and was sent to the Chicago chophouse based on a recommoendation from...
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I was in Chicago last week and was sent to the Chicago chophouse based on a recommoendation from the concierge at my hotel. What a treat! I had a bone-in strip that added 2 inches to my waistline after I was through. Hands down it was the best steak I've ever eaten! The server was very knowledgable and attentive and I never once had to ask for anything. The restaurant was filled with great pictures of Chicago and people who have made their mark on the city. I could have spent hours just looking at all of the stuff on the walls. This place is a must do for anyone who loves steak!
Pros: Food/ Piano Bar/ Service
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Fogo de Chao
Category:
Latin American Restaurants
661 N la Salle Dr
Chicago,
Illinois 60654
We went there for lunch, and had the most amazing service. Everything we wanted was attended to...
More 6 months ago
We went there for lunch, and had the most amazing service. Everything we wanted was attended to immediately.
The team of waiters were professional and very attentive. The manager (Paul) greeted us and made us feel very welcome. When we inquired about smoke salmon running out at the buffet, he not only went and brought more out to the buffet - but also personally brought us a plate of it to our table.
When we asked a waiter for some lamb, they went and got some lamb for us, and then it seemed like all the waiters knew we wanted lamb and wanted to take care of that need (someone came back later to ask if we got our lamb, then later another waiter came and offered us lamb chops even though our card was turned 'red').
It seems like any little thing you want is of the utmost importance to the manager and wait staff. Absolutely amazing service!
Pros: Good food, star quality service
Cons: Pricey
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Gibson's is one of my favorite steakhouses in the city. The food is so good. I highly recommend...
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Gibson's is one of my favorite steakhouses in the city. The food is so good. I highly recommend the filet as well as the mashed potatoes. The desserts are out of this world - try the Muddy Bottom, which has oreo crust, ice cream and macadamia nuts. Definitely a fun place for dinner as well, with great people watching.
Pros: Great location, amazing steak, fabulous desserts
Cons: Long wait if you don't have reservations
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Italian Village
Category:
Notable Wine List
71 W Monroe St
Chicago,
Illinois 60603
(312) 957-5808
The IV not only rates highest in accomodations and style, but the attractive menu and the food...
More 30 days ago
The IV not only rates highest in accomodations and style, but the attractive menu and the food behind it is some of the best you will ever have in your life. The sommelier and chefs are connected with their customers and the staff couldn't be nicer. The Capatiniini's make you feel like family- it is a 5 star classy and exquisite restaurant but not pretentios, it is loving and sensational, my only regret is I don't live above the restaurant because I would be there every night!
Viva Italian Village!
XOXO
Pros: Top Chefs. Service, Food, WIne
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Kinzie Chophouse
Category:
Local Favorite
400 N Wells St
Chicago,
Illinois 60610
(312) 288-8977
During lunch hour in an Irish-named bar, a young bartender recommend a few steak houses to us,...
More 6 months ago
During lunch hour in an Irish-named bar, a young bartender recommend a few steak houses to us, including a celebrity-named one. Fortunately for us, a couple of elderly men interrupted our talk. In a gravelly voice, one said, "If you want a good steak, go to Kinzie's." His friend agreed. (We went in early evening.)Truer words were never spoken. My aged ribeye was one of the best 3 steaks I have ever had. The expert waiter made this meal a princely experience, helping me to pair up a good California zinfandel with the steak. Salad, bread, entree, and wine all arrived in a timely manner. This was over 2 years ago, and I still have a vivid memory of it. I can't wait to visit Kinzie's again for a great steak.
Pros: Steaks, wine, service
Cons: sometimes busy
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Had one of the best experiences dining. Came in last week for a special occcasion first time...
More 12 months ago
Had one of the best experiences dining. Came in last week for a special occcasion first time diners. Had a wonderful server very pretty girl with a ponytail, just lead us through a wonderful dining experience from start to finish. Would recommend this place to anyone!
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Tru Restaurant
Category:
Restaurants
676 N St Clair St
Chicago,
Illinois 60611
When planning on attending Tru, think of it as an experience. I wasn't sure what to prepare for...
More 1 year ago
When planning on attending Tru, think of it as an experience. I wasn't sure what to prepare for when going, and it was perfect from beginning to en...
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Wildfire
Category:
Local Favorite
159 W Erie St
Chicago,
Illinois 60610
Let me start with the best part: I ordered the filet medallions oscar and I COULD CUT IT WITH A...
More 1 year ago
Let me start with the best part: I ordered the filet medallions oscar and I COULD CUT IT WITH A BUTTER KNIFE! I have had meat that tender only one other time in my life. This was one of the best steaks I've ever had. Okay... now from the beginning...
We made reservations with 3 hours noticed and were seated at the time of our reservations. There wasn't much space to sit or gather but the host staff was very friendly and did offer the bar area for seating early. Our table was around the border of the dining room, which is square in shape with a raised border section over the lowered middle. We had a nice view of the bar and our table was perfect for 'people-watching'.
We each ordered flights of wine. I had the progressive and my fiance had the whites. The amount of wine in each glass was very generous - about a half a glass - and much more than the "shot" of wine that I have had in flights in the past. One of us had the barbecue chicken dish and the other had the filet medallions oscar. The medallions were SO tender and the portions were perfect. The filet was ordered rare, and a truly good rare seems to be hard to come by. Wildfire got it right. Other restaurants give you meat slightly well done and others seem to hand you something that isn't even warmed and somehow still frozen. This was a truly enjoyable cut and cooked filet.
The service was prompt. Nothing spectacular, nothing terrible. Just good, courteous service staff.
For me personally, I will go back again for one of the best steaks I've ever had.
Pros: location, price (relative), generous flights of wine, ambience, try the filet
Cons: few seats in the greeting area
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Japonais
Category:
Local Favorite
600 W Chicago Ave
Chicago,
Illinois 60610
(312) 822-9600
This upscale restaurant has great food, drinks, and eye candy. The canopies on the river in the...
More 12 months ago
This upscale restaurant has great food, drinks, and eye candy. The canopies on the river in the summer can't be beat, and the crowd is always dressed to kill. If you want to get dressed up and have a chic night out, this is the place to start!
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