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My Go-to Steakhouses in Chicago

My Go-to Steakhouses in Chicago

Chicago is famous for many things, besides the brutally cold windy winters, it’s also famous for its fantastic gastronomy, especially when it comes to meat. I have listed a couple of my favorite spots that never seem to disappoint. Enjoy!

#1 Bavette’s

Neighborhood: River North

Not only that the entire food & drink menu is amazing but the ambiance is something to remember.

Bavette’s Chicago, picture by Bavette’s

Bavette’s Chicago, picture by Bavette’s

Best for:

  • Dinner, Dates, Birthday celebrations (small groups)

Favorites from the Food Menu:

  • Oysters

  • Steak Tartare (hands down this is the best in the city)

  • Crab stuffed avocado salad

  • Steak (any), the filet is my favorite.

  • Fries with garlic aioli sauce

  • Chocolate cream pie

Picture by Bavette’s

Picture by Bavette’s

Favorites from the Drink Menu:

  • Old Fashioned

  • Airmail

  • Whiskey Smash

  • Check out the wine selection, they have amazing reds!

Old Fashioned, picture by Bavette’s

Old Fashioned, picture by Bavette’s

Did you know?

  • They don’t sit groups larger than 6

  • Even though is really hard to get a reservation, try to do a walk in and find a spot a

    the bar

  • You are welcome to BYOB (1) 750ml bottle for every 2 people.

  • $$$

Restaurant entrance. Picture by Bavette’s

Restaurant entrance. Picture by Bavette’s

Website: http://bavettessteakhouse.com/chicago/

Address: 218 W Kinzie St, Chicago IL 60654

Phone: (312) 624-8154


#2 Maple & Ash

Neighborhood: Gold Coast

If you are trying to go all out, then this is the place to go, they even a “I don’t give an F*ck” Menu when they order for you for $155. This place is the definition of EXTRA but in a good way. From the all over the top candelabras on the table to the Fire roasted seafood tower that you won’t regret to order.

Maple & Ash. Picture by Maple & Ash

Maple & Ash. Picture by Maple & Ash

Best for:

  • Any celebration (literally ANY)

Favorites from the Food Menu:

  • Dry-aged meatballs

  • Grilled octopus

  • King crab legs

  • Hamachi crudo

  • Seafood tower

  • Filet Mignon or any steak to be honest

  • Whole roasted branzino

  • Brussel sprouts

  • Whipped and buttered potatoes

  • The chocolate cake

Steak. Picture by Maple & Ash

Steak. Picture by Maple & Ash

Seafood tower. Picture by Maple & Ash

Seafood tower. Picture by Maple & Ash

Favorites from the Drink Menu:

  • Scotchy, Scotch, Scotch

  • Devil Woman

  • It’s Not You, It’s Me

  • Let It Be Clear

Picture by Maple & Ash

Picture by Maple & Ash

Did you know?

  • They can customize and print out your own Birthday Menu

  • In case you can’t find a reservation, the bar downstairs also serves food until late

  • $$$$

Website: https://www.mapleandash.com

Address: 8 W Maple St, Chicago, IL 60610

Phone: (312) 944-8888

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