We had the most lovely lunch! Jaafar was our server. Charlie was his assistant. We had an outstanding experience! The service was top notch, the ambiance was perfection and the food was absolutely delicious. A big thank you to both Jaafar and Charlie for all they did to make our time at RL so wonderful! We can not wait to come back to RL!
Sara
RL Restaurant will forever be one of my favorite Chicago memories, and honestly, one of my favorite meals anywhere. A couple of years ago, while I was at the Taylor Swift Eras Tour, my husband slipped away and had dinner at RL on his own. It was June, warm outside, and he still chose to sit by the fireplace — because RL has that kind of charm. The staff made him feel completely at home, and he told me right then that the next time we were in Chicago, we had to go together. This trip, we finally did. And it was perfect. When we arrived, the staff not only remembered him, they let us have the very same table. It felt special before we even ordered a drink. We started with a glass of rosé bubbly, watching the room glow in that Ralph Lauren way — rich woods, soft light, understated glamour, the whole space humming in a way that makes you want to linger. And then the raw seafood tower arrived. Absolutely epic. The way they composed the crab salad was divine — light, bright, luxurious — the kind of dish you immediately start scheming to recreate for your own dinner parties. And because we were in full raw bar mode, we followed it with oysters after oysters after oysters. Each one pristine, perfectly chilled, and impossibly fresh. The martinis were exceptional — balanced, cold, crisp — the kind that encourage long, meandering conversation. And that's exactly what we did. For hours. Just sitting by the fire, sipping, laughing, and indulging in one of the best evenings of our trip. RL has that rare combination of impeccable service, timeless atmosphere, and food that feels both classic and indulgent. We left already planning our next visit. And we will definitely be back.
Lauren
This restaurant is amazing. The atmosphere is next level. The food amazing. The staff and the service...all top notch. The whole place is a vibe. We ate next to a fire and watch the Christmas tree being set up across the street. LAR
LatoyaM
So elegant. Representation was on point. The store was attached—-3 floors. The set up immaculate. Leather seating.... Just SPECTACULAR. Definitely a sports club vibe with a hint of excellence
Tim
Es war ein großartiges Mittagessen! Toller Service, klasse Essen und sehr angenehmes Ambiente
mehran
i love the restaurant normally but this time felt mediocre. The shrimp cocktail was Whole Foods quality at best. The steak overcooked. and no more bread baskets which is a shame. I'd rather then bring it and pay for it than give some cheap bread for free. Lobster bisque was good. Coconut cake a delight as always. Bill of about 250 no drinks a bit too much. Should have just ordered the burger which still looks good. Service good. People including the host and hostess real nice. will still go back.
Patrick
Excellent meal all around. Pigs in a blanket and shrimp cocktail to start, followed by the dover sole and lake perch. The diver sole was light but perfectly prepared, and Meyer lemon sauce was both flavorful and complimentary. The lake perch was surprisingly light. Ricardo's service was top notch. He was attentive, personable and entertaining.
Brigette
I loved everything about this place .. Superb 😍.. definitely will return when I'm in Chicago again
Alex
Visiting the RL Restaurant in Chicago was a wonderful experience. The atmosphere is divine, as you would expect from Ralph, the food is terrific, and the service is great. I had the sweet corn bisque and it was the best corn soup-related dish I've ever had. Their Caesar salad also was the best I've ever encountered. I also recommend the RL burger. It's classic in composition but every element is exceptional. This restaurant gets a 10/10 from me and I look forward to returning.
Tom
Thank you once again to Adam and team for an amazing time. You all are such genuine caring people and quite honestly the best in the city. Anyone I take there is floored by the food quality of course, but the people and the hospitality make us feel so relaxed and happy. Thank you all! RL rocks!
First, you must know that this is no place for the hearing impaired...it is very loud and there are no quiet out of the way tables. Service got off to a slow start mainly because the restaurant is so busy. Service became excellent once we ordered our food. Caesar salad was ok, calamari was excellent. Lamb chops were outstanding as were the brussel sprouts side. My whole chicken was a disappointment...the leg and thigh were juicy but the breast, which was very large, was dry and I left almost all of it in my plate. We love the place and it's very hard to get a reservation so plan ahead, but know what you're getting into...bustling, loud place with excellent food and drink if you order correctly. Also, be prepared for a very hefty check at the end...over $400 with tip and $88 bottle of wine. Expensive!!
Gregg
Great drinks, solid wines by the glass, and excellent meat. Service is very professional but also friendly, which is nice. Beautiful room. A great place all around.
Tiffany
Enjoyable experience with great ambiance. The wait staff is highly attentive and food delicious.
ROBERT
Normally a great experience.. The Screaming Baby made the dinning experience for everyone in the restaurant, terrible. Manager should have asked customer to take baby outside. We love RL, but this was horrible .. Disturbed everyone eating.
Dawn
Fabulous restaurant and staff. Each experience at RL is consistently great and I always look forward to returning
We had the most lovely lunch! Jaafar was our server. Charlie was his assistant. We had an outstanding experience! The service was top notch, the ambiance was perfection and the food was absolutely delicious. A big thank you to both Jaafar and Charlie for all they did to make our time at RL so wonderful! We can not wait to come back to RL!
RL Restaurant will forever be one of my favorite Chicago memories, and honestly, one of my favorite meals anywhere. A couple of years ago, while I was at the Taylor Swift Eras Tour, my husband slipped away and had dinner at RL on his own. It was June, warm outside, and he still chose to sit by the fireplace — because RL has that kind of charm. The staff made him feel completely at home, and he told me right then that the next time we were in Chicago, we had to go together. This trip, we finally did. And it was perfect. When we arrived, the staff not only remembered him, they let us have the very same table. It felt special before we even ordered a drink. We started with a glass of rosé bubbly, watching the room glow in that Ralph Lauren way — rich woods, soft light, understated glamour, the whole space humming in a way that makes you want to linger. And then the raw seafood tower arrived. Absolutely epic. The way they composed the crab salad was divine — light, bright, luxurious — the kind of dish you immediately start scheming to recreate for your own dinner parties. And because we were in full raw bar mode, we followed it with oysters after oysters after oysters. Each one pristine, perfectly chilled, and impossibly fresh. The martinis were exceptional — balanced, cold, crisp — the kind that encourage long, meandering conversation. And that's exactly what we did. For hours. Just sitting by the fire, sipping, laughing, and indulging in one of the best evenings of our trip. RL has that rare combination of impeccable service, timeless atmosphere, and food that feels both classic and indulgent. We left already planning our next visit. And we will definitely be back.
This restaurant is amazing. The atmosphere is next level. The food amazing. The staff and the service...all top notch. The whole place is a vibe. We ate next to a fire and watch the Christmas tree being set up across the street. LAR
So elegant. Representation was on point. The store was attached—-3 floors. The set up immaculate. Leather seating.... Just SPECTACULAR. Definitely a sports club vibe with a hint of excellence
Es war ein großartiges Mittagessen! Toller Service, klasse Essen und sehr angenehmes Ambiente
i love the restaurant normally but this time felt mediocre. The shrimp cocktail was Whole Foods quality at best. The steak overcooked. and no more bread baskets which is a shame. I'd rather then bring it and pay for it than give some cheap bread for free. Lobster bisque was good. Coconut cake a delight as always. Bill of about 250 no drinks a bit too much. Should have just ordered the burger which still looks good. Service good. People including the host and hostess real nice. will still go back.
Excellent meal all around. Pigs in a blanket and shrimp cocktail to start, followed by the dover sole and lake perch. The diver sole was light but perfectly prepared, and Meyer lemon sauce was both flavorful and complimentary. The lake perch was surprisingly light. Ricardo's service was top notch. He was attentive, personable and entertaining.
I loved everything about this place .. Superb 😍.. definitely will return when I'm in Chicago again
Visiting the RL Restaurant in Chicago was a wonderful experience. The atmosphere is divine, as you would expect from Ralph, the food is terrific, and the service is great. I had the sweet corn bisque and it was the best corn soup-related dish I've ever had. Their Caesar salad also was the best I've ever encountered. I also recommend the RL burger. It's classic in composition but every element is exceptional. This restaurant gets a 10/10 from me and I look forward to returning.
Thank you once again to Adam and team for an amazing time. You all are such genuine caring people and quite honestly the best in the city. Anyone I take there is floored by the food quality of course, but the people and the hospitality make us feel so relaxed and happy. Thank you all! RL rocks!
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First, you must know that this is no place for the hearing impaired...it is very loud and there are no quiet out of the way tables. Service got off to a slow start mainly because the restaurant is so busy. Service became excellent once we ordered our food. Caesar salad was ok, calamari was excellent. Lamb chops were outstanding as were the brussel sprouts side. My whole chicken was a disappointment...the leg and thigh were juicy but the breast, which was very large, was dry and I left almost all of it in my plate. We love the place and it's very hard to get a reservation so plan ahead, but know what you're getting into...bustling, loud place with excellent food and drink if you order correctly. Also, be prepared for a very hefty check at the end...over $400 with tip and $88 bottle of wine. Expensive!!
Great drinks, solid wines by the glass, and excellent meat. Service is very professional but also friendly, which is nice. Beautiful room. A great place all around.
Enjoyable experience with great ambiance. The wait staff is highly attentive and food delicious.
Normally a great experience.. The Screaming Baby made the dinning experience for everyone in the restaurant, terrible. Manager should have asked customer to take baby outside. We love RL, but this was horrible .. Disturbed everyone eating.
Fabulous restaurant and staff. Each experience at RL is consistently great and I always look forward to returning
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