Gilt Bar

230 W Kinzie St, Chicago
(312) 464-9544

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Rian Lanigan

Really friendly and attentive staff. If you’re looking for a spot to do a business deal or perhaps date night, check this place out, the bar downstairs is really cool. They also do a good espresso martini

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Leni Song

Jasmine was a gem and provided the best service I've had in a long time. Thank you, Jasmine! We loved our entire meal - my standout was the carbonara. You can really tell the pasta is fresh. Fair warning, the ambience really is as dark as others say. Bring your glasses! :)

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Madeline Castillo

I don’t normally write reviews, but my experience at Gilt Bar was AMAZING! My boyfriend and I celebrated our 3 year anniversary, and we have never been more impressed. Our server was named Trish (I’m pretty sure) and she was very hospitable. She recommended the best food. My boyfriend had ordered one of the Old Fashioned’s and requested one large ice cube. The drink came with multiple ice cubes, and Trish switched out his drink to ensure he got what he ordered (without us asking)! We were stuck between the truffle mozzarella sticks, meatballs, and sourdough bread for an appetizer. It was our first time, so we could not decide. We told Trish to surprise us and the food runner came out with each of the three appetizers! She informed us that she gave us a little sample of each so we could get a taste of each one we wanted to try. That was so kind of her. The total for the three sampler appetizers came out to $18 which is cheaper than the truffle mozzarella sticks - amazing deal! We also ended up ordering pastas and the french dip for entrees. For dessert, we ordered the cookie skillet and they ended up bringing out a candle with ice cream for my boyfriend and I’s anniversary. I was extremely stuffed by the end and ended up taking home leftovers. Our experience was top notch and I highly recommend. We will be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chris Eyo

Sauces sauces sauces!!! I’ve been wanting to try this place for a while. The space is absolutely beautiful, like stepping into an old parlor.

The wine was standard, I particularly enjoyed the rosé. The bone marrow was good but the caramelized onions really took it over the top. The chicken slider was also good. The SAUCES that came with the mushrooms and the onion rings were the stars of the show. So decadent, rich, and creamy. I wish I’d used more of all the toppings on my slider. The mussels were the second best dishes for me, pretty flavorful. The “French fried potatoes” were just fries lol I thought they would be a special potato dish. They were good but I don’t think they’re necessary.

Staff were super funny and friendly. We interacted with Charity up front and servers Alexis and Lillianna. All need big fat RAISES!!!!!! See yall next time. 💞

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Tim Ryan

Great food, drinks and awesome happy hour specials.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cesar Negrete

Top notch happy hour!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Bruce Mohler

Amazing!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sophia Watson

I think about Gilt Bar so often. The drinks were great. The food is fantastic. The salmon Caesar salad is literally something I dream about. The library is so cute and like a little speakeasy. The photo booth is such a fun cute touch

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Eric Boesen

This time around, we decided to check out The Library speakeasy and absolutely loved it. The downstairs atmosphere was exactly what we were looking for—dim lighting, a low-key and intimate vibe, and candlelit tables that really set the mood. It felt cozy, relaxed, and perfect for a night out without feeling loud or crowded.

We only stopped in for drinks on this visit, and they were well-crafted and enjoyable. While we didn’t order food this time, we couldn’t help but notice the meals coming out to other tables—and everything looked fantastic. The presentation alone made us want to come back just to try the food.

Overall, the ambiance alone makes this place worth visiting, and based on what we saw and experienced, we’re already planning a return. Definitely a spot we’ll be coming back to, and next time we’ll be making sure to try the food as well!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Catherine Walsh

Cozy and intimate restaurant that is a great place to go to celebrate something!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Trinity Campins

adrian was so sweet and willing. a hero to all but especially my credit card since he tracked me down after i forgot it at the table. thank you adrian!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Blake Nance

Adrian and Erin were amazing! We were in town for our engagement and they made the whole experience perfect. Food and drinks 10/10. Can’t wait to come back. Can’t stress how great the service was!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sarah Abutaleb

I never got to eat here because I had a family emergency but honestly this place treats people with respect! They refunded me the $5 I used to secure my reservation instead of charging me for missing the res, its a small gesture but it just left such a pleasant impression! I’ll be searching for a reservation here again sooooon!!

Melissa B

Definitely of those viral restaurants worth the try. All the food was good and on par with the rest of the Hogsalt restaurants (Beavettes and Ciccio Mío next door). My favorite was the pork belly confit, which was a pleasant surprise since I'm not a big fan of pork to begin with; my definite must try. The library downstairs was very pretty too, we were actually sat at the bar downstairs first but asked to get changed to upstairs seating because it was HOT. Might have been an us issue since we were well bundled up (middle of December), but upstairs was comfy. Moody, low-lit, filled with trendy art work and even a photo booth downstairs. Perfect for pictures!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Mark Sultenfuss

Fantastic cocktails in a cozy atmosphere!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

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