Southern Chicago
$$$ •
Hours:
2000 S Wabash Ave, Chicago
(312) 818-2000
About Southern Chicago
Southern Chicago Reviews
Wonderful time at Southern. Service and staff are amaze.
The Good News: The restaurant's aesthetic is striking--an elegant, visually compelling space that sets high expectations.
The Bad News: Those expectations are swiftly undermined by a front-of-house operation so fundamentally broken that one questions whether management understands what constitutes acceptable service in the hospitality industry.
On Friday, November 22nd, my party of three held 7:45 PM reservations, confirmed earlier that day. We arrived at 7:35 PM....read full review
My visit during the soft opening was quite disappointing. I thought I would give the restaurant another chance to meet my expectations today. On both visits, the food arrived at room temperature. Today, I was hopeful to leave that experience behind. I arrived with two friends at 11:30 am, the scheduled opening time, but we were told to wait a few minutes before they could let us in. We stood outside for about 10 minutes as they opened late, without any apology from the staff....read full review
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Menu
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4 - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 4 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 4 - 10PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
Southern Chicago is a lively and welcoming restaurant in South Loop, known for its flavorful and seasoned dishes. Highlights include shrimp & caviar deviled eggs, crisped green tomatoes, and a half branzino draped in lemon butter dill sauce, which is highly praised. The restaurant offers great cocktails and attentive service, with staff making thoughtful suggestions. The vibe is warm and fun, making it a perfect spot for special occasions or casual dinners. Chef Xavier's presence adds a nice touch. Overall, Southern Chicago is a beautiful place with excellent cuisine and friendly staff, quickly becoming a favorite in the neighborhood.