Hotbeds of health Chicago's steakhouses are not, but for prime cuts and ample sides (think Brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus), here's where to go.
LessDeep-set leather couches, clubby music and even a photo booth lend this multilevel marvel an irresistible party vibe. This restaurant is set to the soft glow emanating from the semi-open kitchen, where a wood-fired hearth lights up dry-aged steakhouse classics, cut to generous proportions...
The polished black- white- and wood-décor in this bi-level space speaks to the finer things in life, with a menu of succulent steaks, shellfish, and sides to boot. There's always a full house; for the best people-watching, score one of the semicircular booths. While the aging process and cuts on offer keep spinning, expect to find Japanese prefectures and solid American producers...
The polished, masculine interior here makes its priorities clear from the get-go, showcasing a two-story wine tower and a peek into the dry-aging room under bold, barrel-vaulted ceilings and chandeliers. House-flared, thick-cut bacon seasoned with black pepper, Michigan maple syrup, and dark chocolate starts things off on a decadent note, tailed by rosy slices of slow-roasted prime rib rubbed with a crust of herbs...
This finely tailored locale bustles day and night, thanks to wraparound windows along the riverfront, sumptuous red leather furnishings, warm wood trim and a crackerjack service team cementing its steakhouse vibe. Non-meat entrées include cedar-planked salmon with a sriracha-honey glaze, but make no mistake: beef is boss here...
With a sultry jazz soundtrack and speakeasy ambience, this swanky destination is unfailingly packed every evening with a boisterous crowd. Steakhouse and raw bar standards dominate the menu. Most steaks are wet-aged and though some may prefer more funk, the cuts are expertly broiled...