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Great food served by a friendly and welcoming staff in a place with a great location and a warm ambience.
A great dining experience from the great food to the friendly and knowledgeable waitstaff. We started by sharing the French Onion and Oxtail Soup..excellent! We also shared a Tomato and Onion Salad and the Baby Iceberg Salad. We followed this up with The Prime Dry-Aged Bone In Ribeye with a side order of Asparagus with Hollandaise and an enhancement of Bearnaise sauce. The waitress brought us a delicious complimentary coconut crème cake with a candle(It was my wife’s birthday) for desert. So much food! We had a huge carry out despite the fact we were sharing. The meat was first class and did not need the Bearnaise sauce enhancement which was a waste. The Asparagus was fresh and crisp but the hollandaise sauce the one slight disappointment… everything else was so excellent, it did not detract from the overall experience of great food served by a friendly staff in a place with a warm ambience on a misty and damp Chicago night.
Be the first to ReplyGreat View and Amazing Steak
My wife and I went while visiting Chicago for the weekend and absolutely loved Smith & Wollensky. The service was phenomenal throughout our visit and the steak was perfect. We both ordered ribeyes with bone marrow butter and I can’t say enough good things about our meal. We will definitely come back next time we are in Chicago!
Be the first to ReplyFive stars all around!
This dining experience was 5 stars and started even before walking into the establishment. We traveled to Chicago from out of state and were craving a steak dinner… bonus points if it had a view. Our Uber dropped us off out front. We decided to walk over the bridge right by S&W. We were able to get great views of the river front and a sneak peak into the restaurant that sits right above the water. Arriving at the host stand, we were greeted by warm staff who were able to seat us right away. Our server arrived shortly after and gave great detail about the drink and food menus. While waiting for our food, the host came over to us to say a table opened up by the window, overlooking the river if we were interested. We thought this was a kind gesture, especially after “dirtying” up one table. Our food came which contained a New York strip, the brussel sprouts and truffle fries. It was all delicious and flavorful. It was one of the best steaks I have ever had. As we were slowing down, what I am assuming was the owner or manager came by, asked about our stay in Chicago, how plans changed a bit due to weather and then got talking about kids and activities. She was an absolutely genuine, delightful lady. Our server came back a short while later saying that he had heard our plans had changed and offered us dessert or champagne on the house due to our plans changing. Like I mentioned, S&W is five stars for not only the delicious food but location, atmosphere and most importantly, their genuine and generous staff!
Be the first to ReplyBest of the best
Best of the best when it comes to steak. Can't beat the quality or the preparation. If you think you've had great steak and haven't eaten here, be prepared to see what you've actually been missing.
Be the first to ReplyCorp Christmas Party
Had our Corp Christmas Party here on Dec 7 2023. I want to say that from start to finish was amazing. When I called to get information to the set up to the confirmation was amazing. Kerry did a great job behind the scene making sure it was amazing. The day of the event I had Hugo and Ceaser and lot of other staff to help make this event amazing. Everything ran perfectly and we eased into each course. The food was more than amazing and everyone was sooo happy with this restaurant. Hands down this was an amazing event and there was no stress to pull it off!!!!
Be the first to ReplyUnbelievably good food and service.
Beautiful venue situated looking over the river. This is one of the very best restaurants In Chicago offering exceptionally high quality cuisine and fine wine offerings. We started with cocktails in the bar, followed by Shrimp to start then Fillet Mignon and dessert. Portions were large and the steak melted. Mashed potato is to die for. Pudding are ginormous and delicious and will finish you off. Staff are attentive and incredibly helpful, the whole restaurant has a lovely feel to it. This is an expensive restaurant but in my opinion worth every penny.
Be the first to ReplyRed meat and red wine in Chicago
It's a very luxurious, high-quality restaurant. I recommend you make a reservation, because it's always full. The red wine is wonderful, the waiters are wonderful.
Be the first to ReplySteakhouse of Chicago
G8 place , best location , friendly staff and the steaks..... that are an art for itself. Delicious , and well remembered
Be the first to ReplyA bit expensive but good food
We went there for a business dinner and it was very enjoyable. The food is a bit overpriced but it does take good. Service was very good.
Be the first to ReplyJust ok experience saved by the service
Having visited in years gone by we entrusted S&W as destination for a fine steak and an experience for our daughter. Our server was very attentive and friendly. Our dishes were ok. The angry shrimp was ok, but did not work so well with the purée which I had not appreciated would come with the dish. My daughter had the beef popovers which were very rich and seemed too oily. The wagyu flat iron frites was just ok. We paid in full and recognised our servers efforts and just felt like perhaps it was an off day, but did leave underwhelmed. Obviously a popular place so maybe just wasn’t for us this time round.
Be the first to ReplyGreat time - Food and service excellent
Food and service were excellent. The fillet outstanding. For appetizers we had the Angry Shrimp, Crab Cakes and Scallops all excellent. Clam chowder also definitely worth getting. Salads were only okay. All in all great time - only thing to watch is it is very pricey!
Be the first to ReplyExpensive and over-dressed
Service was good if a little over-familiar, but the meal was very overpriced - seared Tuna was seared very nicely on the outside but was also about two inches thick so was like chewing jelly. Couple with this the fact that the skin was on with all the fatty residue on it made it very unappetising. The carrot puree was just like a cream, but the red cabbage was ok! The starters were good - lovely burrata and really generous crab cocktail. Just a shame the mains let it down, and at very high prices.
Be the first to ReplyVery good steak, service not so great
Restaurant is not bad - the steaks we had were better than many others, cocktails good as well. Quite loud atmosphere on a Saturday night, that was fine for us as we were with friends but others may prefer something quieter. Service was slow, not so much taking the order but the steaks themselves took about 45 minutes. When my steak did come, it was over-cooked, not worth mentioning since already waited so long there is nothing they can do, just expect better from somewhere at this price. It is a shame, because the food quality was good, just poor attention to detail.
Be the first to ReplyFelt very cared for even with special requests
I was attending a board meeting dinner with a set menu (in a downstairs banquet room) at this restaurant. I had only gotten out of the hospital a few days earlier, and had been pretty much on a liquid diet until this meal (nothing contagious!). When I quietly shared the situation with the server, he was so kind and accommodating. He made suggestions for switching out portions of the set menu, replacing the salad with delicious split pea soup, chicken instead of steak, and offering me sorbet instead of chocolate cake. He also checked in with me several times during the meal to make sure I was OK. I really appreciated his care and wish I would have gotten his name to share with the management.
Be the first to ReplyWe will never be back
Took my family out Sunday for a dinner after the marathon. Everything was okay, our last dining experience was more enjoyable. Food was good restaurant was packed as expected. We had the scallops, I enjoyed the rib eye with bernaise, and Mac and cheese. Our server "J as in the letter J" was nice enough but approached the table a few times interrupting our conversation but nothing to be too disturbed by. Other than when she said "what do you want"..... We were seated late and wanted to have some more drinks after so asked for a recommendation near by.... They said STK on the corner is open late! Great so we head over there. Everything there was enjoyable however when we were leaving STK there was a major commotion near the front of the restaurant.... A woman screaming, trying to fight the bartender... to then move outside and begin trying to break the STK Door!! By the time we were outside there was our Smith & Wollensky server "J as in the letter J" with no pants or undergarments on laying passed out on the sidewalk in what seemed to be a puddle of urine. Yes... we payed almost $600 for dinner then left the restaurant and saw our server belligerent, half naked, and passed out. Along with 10 police officers and paramedics attempting to strap her to a stretcher. Smith & Wollensky was a regular spot for my family, however after this it makes me take a look at that. I have never experienced anything like that especially pertaining to a server at a fine dining restaurant. If that's someone who is representing Smith& Wollensky Chicago I will never be back.
Be the first to ReplyBeen there - done that - won't do it again
Highly overrated as far as I'm concerned. The service was fine. The food was over priced and truly not worth it. When you have to saw at an $82 steak with a steak knife to cut it? Not great. When you order medium rare and it comes medium well. Not great. We also ordered the scallop appetizer. $22 got us two burnt overcooked scallops and a mound of stuff. Maybe don't advertise it as scallops - although there were two which makes it plural. At one point three of the staff were just standing by our table trash talking another customer. I mentioned that I was also a customer and could hear them. To At this point I can say I've eaten there but I definitely won't recommend it to others or return.
Be the first to ReplyGreat food poor service
Went to Smith & Wollensky during a weekend visit to Chicago for our 35th wedding anniversary and the service was sketchy from the start and got downright unacceptable as our meal went on. This is unfortunate because the food was delicious. I spoke to a manager on the way out about my concerns and my wife received a call shortly after us leaving the restaurant that someone would be calling us to “make things right” but we never heard anything further. T Heer are better options in Chicago where fine food steaks will be accompanied by equally fine service.
Be the first to ReplyExcellent meal and even better service
After a late afternoon flight and getting checked in to our hotel, we were all ready for dinner, but with a busy Saturday night, all of the restaurants we tried couldn’t seat us, so while walking back to our hotel, on a whim we decided to try Smith and Wollensky and they were able to seat us at the downstairs bar. We can’t say enough about the 2 bartenders, who were not only very attentive to our needs, but so friendly, all while tending a very busy bar, just outstanding service. As for the food, the steaks were excellent as well as the sides, couldn’t have asked for a better meal, we will definitely return on our next trip.
Be the first to ReplyBad quality of food
We used to go to Houston’s smith… today we visit the one in chicago and o think the quality of the food is not the best one. The bread has hard! The soup didn’t have the quality of a. Clam chouder and the fillet was not juicy and the taste was not very good. It use to be a great restaurant but not anymore.
Be the first to ReplyGreat view and food
We were very impressed with the fantastic view surrounding the restaurant greeted by a friendly young lady who took us to our table waitress came right over asked if we’d been there before we told her it’s our first time and started explaining things to us I only wish I had gotten her name drinks came fast we had the crab cake and shrimp appetizers some of the best we ever had main course was a bone in 21oz rid eye cooked just right so if you get the chance to go to Chicago give them a try
Be the first to ReplyPretentious, not worth it.
So when you pay $100 including tip for a 9 ounce wagyu steak you expect something reasonably tasty. Sadly that is not the experience you’ll have here. Most of what goes on here is hype. They’ll tell you about how exclusive their line of Wagyu cow is, Their exclusive history of import of some original Cow from Japan, and the lineage which progresses down to the piece of beef you actually get to eat. If only they knew how to cook. The steak did not have a proper sear. It was sort of gray on the surface. The sauce it was served with was bland, lacking both acid and any spice. That said the piece of meat was very tender. The asparagus was cooked to an appropriate al dente. They advertised an exclusive Rutherford Cabernet for $45 a glass. It was a solid California Cabernet but not one worth $45 a glass. Maybe $45 a bottle. My wife ordered the carrots and split pea soup and found them both bland and inedible. Service was on point - warm and friendly. the kitchen needs a lot of help. At the end of the day this qualifies as a fine dining experience as a result of the service - It just costs about twice what you would expect to pay. If you’re looking for flavor and value, walk 100 feet across the river and have the Chicago hotdog at the grill down by river, you’ll be much happier.
Be the first to ReplyDeception
We love Miami's Smith & Wollensky, so we thought it'd be a nice place to enjoy lunch in Chicago. Big mistake. Although there were several empty tables by the fence, the very methodic manager failed to have customer's centric in mind. He gave us the excuse that they were reserved (which clearly my pictures show they were not as they remained empty during our entire stay). As other tables were getting empty, after much insistence, we were offered to move if paid our bill where we were (we were half way through our meal at that point) and re-opened another bill in a table literally 1 step away. Unacceptable to think I'd stand up in the middle of my meal to do such thing. There are thousands of places that are worth a visit in Chicago, places that are happy to be in business after pandemic (apparently, this is not one of them).
Be the first to ReplySteak on Point at S&W!
Showed up about 10 minutes early for the reservation, no problem. taken directly to out table next to the river window on the "basement" floor. a great view of the boats and people. Drink order taken, poor tequila selection to be honest.. should have a few higher end stuff in this place... lost out on a drink order... great selection of wine according to the wife. Started with the crab cake. It was very very good. All crab no filler! Had the 28 day aged Prime bone in ribeye! was cooked to perfection. Wife had the filet oscar and it too was cooked to perfection. Both meals were just wonderful. Had a side of onion rings. Again these could have been cooked a bit earlier and were not piping hot, but still very very good. Would order again. Served with ketchup. Service was great. Attentive but not overbearing. Thanks for a great meal.
Be the first to ReplyThis is now one of my top ten restaurants in Chicago.
The perfect pairing for our celebration of our sons wedding. Now I understand why this is my son’s and daughter in-law’s favorite restaurant. The food was excellent and the service was as well. Thank you Igor for the outstanding job taking care of us.
Be the first to ReplyBeautiful perch on the Chicago River
Beautiful setting with outdoor terrace seating on the Chicago River. Recommend making reservations to be seated outdoors. The service is friendly and prompt. We ordered scallops, served in a “boat” of bone, split and filled with marrow, the sea bass, salads, sides of onion rings and sautéed spinach. In general everything seemed laden with salt which overpowered the flavors. For the price the quality if good is only average at best. Otherwise the atmosphere and service are quite good.
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