The Grillroom Chophouse & Wine Bar

I took a friend here for a marvelous dinner. We had the amazing crab cakes appetizer - 3 beautifully prepared, each with a separate sauce. My friend had the lobster bisque soup which arrived with the lobster in the bowl and then the bisque poured over at the table. I had a lovely traditional wedge salad. We both enjoyed the bone - in ribeye with loaded mashed potatoes and creamed spinach for sides. The cocktails to start were terrific (my Old Fashioned arrived with the one large ice cube). There is an excellent, affordable wine list. We enjoyed a bottle of a chilled French rose for under $60. My only complaint was that there was a bit too much salt in the creamed spinach. I definitely would come here again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

My pork chop was good. Had great flavor. I asked for no pink and it came out perfect. The baked potato I got had very little to no butter. That was an easy fix. We started with the bacon sampler. It's very good but it's a lot of bacon for two people. The mashed potatoes were delicious. Also I loved their Moscato. It's a great place. They also have a private dining room.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Food was good but entrees were delivered before appetizers were finished even though I told the server specifically that we were in no hurry. When you spend more than $100/person the restaurant should not be trying to turn tables.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 3

Best food place I've tried in Chicago by far there mashed potatoes were threw the roof with flavor and the filet is super tender and juicy the tuna tartae was bombin I also had the hurricane hamilton it was a 10/10

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We had a great experience, been there a few times before musicals at CBIC as its right across the street. Good food, good drinks, our waiter was the best, funny, nice, and efficient. 100% would recommend. Also get the Bacon flight!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The pork chop was Amazing!!!! I don’t know why this place isn’t packed. But, everything from the device to the food was great!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Always great food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The place was really really cool, steaks are not anything that’s different or unique compared to any other non-chain steakhouse, cocktails were also just… run of the mill modern steakhouse, the food was honestly just average but nothing to complain about. The sides (we got creamed spinach, and the truffle Parmesan fries) were pretty good, only complaint is the fries are clearly frozen Sysco fries. The staff definitely made up for the lack of enjoyment for the food, but still if I’m spending $200+ on a bill, I would like to be shocked by the quality of the food.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

Great place for drinks and dinner before or after a show

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Place was gorgeous and the steak was to die for. It was a reservation for my rehearsal dinner but the food came out timely and delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Enjoyed a wonderful pre-symphony meal here on a Saturday night. Gorgeous décor, inviting atmosphere, and the perfect balance of lively energy without feeling rushed. Our server, Emily, was attentive, knowledgeable, and mindful of our concert start time, ensuring our courses were perfectly paced so we could relax and still make it to the performance comfortably. The steaks were cooked beautifully, and the wine selection paired wonderfully with the meal. If you're heading to the theatre or symphony and want an elegant, stress-free dining experience within easy reach of the venue, this is an excellent choice for a memorable pre-event dinner. We'll definitely return!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We went out for a family dinner – the restaurant was managing the theater crowd. We were seated promptly, and the service was outstanding. 

Delightful restaurant across the street from CIBC Theater. Staff very aware that people are there for a 7:30 p.m. curtain and made sure diners would be done in time. The salmon entree was excellent, but the steak that was ordered to be medium-rare came more medium to medium well which was disappointing in a steakhouse. Curious that the salmon entree came as a complete meal with rice and vegetables while all sides with the steak are ala carte and sized to be shared. Definitely a spot to go before a show!

Pleasantly surprised about the service and quality of the food given that they were serving the after theater crowd from the matinee and the before theater show for the 7 o'clock performance. We were not rushed and able to have a leisurely conversation during dinner. I go to the theater all the time yet never went to this restaurant. It is now my “ go to.” Great menu. Something for everyone and very accommodating if you want to customize your meal. Highly recommend!

Hosted a party of 12 here last Thursday evening.
Cut to the chase...perfect service, steaks to perfection...
This is easy steakhouse thats not presumptuous.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5