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Address:
500 West Superior Street
Chicago, IL 60654

Neighborhood:
River North

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Cuisine:
American

Price: $31 to $50

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BLT American Brasserie Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://www.bltamericanbrasserie.com/restaurants/chicago
Email: info@bltabchicago.com
Phone: (312) 948-8744
Hours of Operation: Brunch: Sunday: 10:00am - 3pm Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 10:00pm Friday - Saturday: 5:30pm - 11:00pm
Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: American, Contemporary American
Executive Chef: Laurent Tourondel
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
Catering: Please call Alex to discuss on-premise events, from private dining rooms and outdoor, tented cocktail parties to weddings and grand receptions.
Private Party Facilities: BLT American Brasserie offers two Private Dining facilities that can accommodate up to 60 guests for a seated dinner or cocktail reception. Our larger Private Dining Room accommodates 120 guests for a seated dinner or cocktail reception. Our Main Dining Room can accommodate 250 people for a seated reception or 400 people for cocktails. We offer a full service bar, featuring an extensive wine list showcasing over 120 wines, 30 of which are offered by the glass.
Private Party Contact: Tim (773) 644-5423
Special Events & Promotions: BLT American Brasserie’s beautiful private dining room can accommodate 120 guests for a seated dinner or 200 for a cocktail reception and can be evenly split into two private rooms. The enormous back patio, located on Chicago Avenue, is available for alfresco private parties up to 500 guests. Tent rental is available for outdoor events.

Getting there

Cross Street: N Kingsbury Street
Public Transit: Halsted Street Bus (major intersection, Chicago Avenue and Halsted)
Parking: Valet
Parking Details: Street (metered) parking is available, as are nearby garages. Curbside valet is also offered.

A word from BLT American Brasserie

Acclaimed chef Laurent Tourondel offers simply and skillfully-prepared food in a casual, brasserie setting. Whether meeting for drinks and appetizers with friends or a multi-course, date night dinner, BLT American Brasserie truly has something for every guest, every palate and every price point.… Tourondel, named Bon Appetit's Restaurateur of the Year 2007, has created a modern day grill that combines his personal global influences with his commitment to utilizing the best ingredients. Dinner is served nightly, and brunch is being offered on Saturdays and Sundays. Continued

BLT American Brasserie

3.6

241 $31 to $50 restaurant

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277 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 3.6 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

277 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 3.6 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies(109)
neighborhood gem(84)
good for groups(82)

special occasion(60)
hot spot(55)
romantic(39)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (277)

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service was very attentive.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Service was very attentive. Nice lounge area provides ample room to sit comfortably for drinks before and after meal. Noise level is not a problem. Food was excellent. Eclectic menu ranges from sandwiches to sushi to pizzas to higher-end seafood and meat entrees. I had an $18 cheeseburger that was worth the price. We were stuffed so didn't order dessert, but moved to the lounge for a drink to carry on our conversation, and manager brought us a passion fruit souffle on the house--nice gesture, and it was amazing."

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Pepperland

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/13/2012

2003

Dined on 04/13/2012

2003

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was ok, but there was WAY too much pepper in everything - from the popovers to the burger to the crabcakes. If you like pepper, then you would probably like this place. However, I will not be returning."

Dined on 04/13/2012

2003

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good food off the beaten track

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2001

Dined on 04/07/2012

2001

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Dinner menu is one page, meaning limited options although it spans the gamut of salads, soup, sandwiches, entrees, and side dishes. Cream of asparagus soup with mussels was tasty, but the huge white soup bowl made the paltry serving seem even tinier. We dined early, so had the attention of many servers and managers. They were pleasant without being overly invasive. I asked what "branzino" was (response, "Mediterranean sea bass") and tried to search for its sustainability before ordering to no avail. After further research, it seems this is not a very eco-friendly, sustainable selection. Music is LOUD--an odd assortment of "pop" tunes spanning the 50s-70s. Detracts from dining. Highly recommend passionfruit crepe-mousse dessert -- fabulous!"

Dined on 04/07/2012

2001

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My husband and I had Easter

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/08/2012

2004

Dined on 04/08/2012

2004

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My husband and I had Easter brunch here and we loved everything we had. They also have a $26 bottomless mimosa for an hour including an entree, which really is a great deal. It is a lovely space with high ceilings and warm woods. We will come back!"

Dined on 04/08/2012

2004

Special Features: great for brunch

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This restaurant was fantastic.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2007

Dined on 04/07/2012

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This restaurant was fantastic. From the service to the food and the food was fabulous. Everything was a creative surprise. Our thanks to the manager, host Felito and bartender Amber. It was a great time with some of our friends from out of town. We will definitely return."

Dined on 04/07/2012

2007

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Just go there! Great menu,

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/04/2012

2008

Dined on 04/04/2012

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Just go there! Great menu, the salad and specialty pizza we had were awesome! The burger was outstanding; cooked to a MR perfection!"

Dined on 04/04/2012

2008

Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Not worth the price or the hassle

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/01/2012

2002

Dined on 04/01/2012

2002

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We Arrived on time for our reservatio for our table for 2. Seated immediately. Service was quite slow between beverages, very good complimentary popovers, beverages and entree. Waiter was attentive and staff brought second beverage while we waited. My wife's BLT sandwich was OK , but fries were cold. My frittata was very small. The maple sausages were chopped in a very small omelet with a few greens sprinkled on top. Definitely not worth it for such a small dish with no accompaniments. I was still hungry and asked and was given an extra popover.

The next day, Open Table said that I was a "no-show." I appealed to Open Table and they quickly corrected my account."

Dined on 04/01/2012

2002

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dancing Tastebuds

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2012

2005

Dined on 03/30/2012

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This beautiful, new restaurant has incredibly delicious and equally visually pleasant food presentation. The attentive waiters and fun new-age background music rounded out a perfect evening."

Dined on 03/30/2012

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very nice place with friendly

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2012

2005

Dined on 03/30/2012

2005

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Very nice place with friendly and efficient service. Varied menu and reasonable prices."

Dined on 03/30/2012

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Beautiful restaurant with

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/29/2012

2010

Dined on 03/29/2012

2010

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Beautiful restaurant with fine ambiance....good lighting. Good varied menu. Very tempting appetizers. Bistro food and environment. Outstanding service. Missy, our server, was very welcoming and knowledgable. Alex and Felix were affable hosts. Even the assistants were efficient and friendly. I hope to return soon!"