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Chuck's: A Kerry Simon Kitchen
Chuck's: A Kerry Simon Kitchen

Chuck's: A Kerry Simon Kitchen Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Dining
  • Website: http://chuckschicago.com
  • Email: hello@chuckschicago.com
  • Phone: (312) 334-6700
  • Hours of Operation: Lunch:

    Daily: 11:00am - 5:00pm


    Dinner:

    Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm -11:00pm;
    Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm;
  • Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: American, Contemporary American
  • Executive Chef: Scott Simon
  • Dress Code: Business Casual
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Getting there

  • Cross Street: Between E. Lake St. & E. Wacker Pl.
  • Parking: Valet
  • Parking Details: Valet service is available through Hard Rock Hotel Chicago, located next door at 230 N. Michigan Avenue.

    $14 - Up to 4 hours with validation.
A word from Chuck's: A Kerry Simon Kitchen
Famed chef Kerry Simon has returned to his hometown of Chicago to bring his contemporary and flavorful approach to American cuisine.

Situated between the Magnificent Mile and Millennium Park in the heart of downtown, Chuck’s: A Kerry Simon Kitchen is a Michigan Avenue retro chic… restaurant offering Chicago diners a sophisticated yet crowd-pleasing menu staying true to Chef Simon’s preference for homestyle classics.

Enjoy the mouth-watering sandwich sensation that won “Iron Chef America – Battle Hamburger” along with many of Chef Simon’s other signature bites, sips and sweets.


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Diner Reviews
  • "Apparently Chuck's used to be a different restaurant and in the last few months was revamped. I can honestly say I did not know what to expect when I went inside but this is a great restaurant. We started off with some "Strawberry Fields" cocktails which were incredible. And we each had the Iron Chef Burger for dinner and could not finish it. It was divine though, the beef was so tender. Fries were amazing and tater tots were spectacular. I would definitely come back here again."
    Dined on 3/11/2014
  • "Strawberry fields drink was exotic and incensing! Crab cakes were delish."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "Chopped turkey salad had no taste, old iceberg lettuce"
    Dined on 2/20/2014
  • "Manager came over and greeted us, made us feel very welcome and gave us a sweet platter that was to die for. AMAZING!"
    Dined on 2/6/2014
  • "Appetizer was great . Then it went down hill, mac and cheese didn't taste like much NO FLAVOR!!!! Lamb chops didn't have any flavor either I felt like I was chewing flavorless food.. I wouldn't go back"
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "Chuck' s had great service and amazing food! We had a 5 course valentine's day meal that was perfect, and was brought out in perfect timing manor. The only complaint I have is that I asked to move back our reservation 30 minutes because my fiance had to work later and they refused to do it. So we had to rush to barely make it on time and the restuarant was almost empty besides a couple other families for our entire meal and they could have easily let us come 30 minutes later."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "What a fun and different place for downtown dining! This is not the usual loop eatery, but it was perfect for an adventurous business lunch. The menu is not huge and burgers are featured, but there is enough variety to choose from. The ambiance is relaxed but upscale. We were there a little early for trying the bar, but will go back for the cocktail hour soon. Service was great, and we never felt rushed. There are tv monitors for a sport bar meets hipster vibe. The portions are good and the cheese crabmeat appetizer is to die for. Don't miss the dessert platter. Google some pictures. I would go back for the mini hostess cupcakes by themselves."
    Dined on 2/12/2014
  • "Left the snowy cold Friday night outside and felt warm and welcome as soon as we walked in the door. The menu was perfect for my 20-something year old son who hates "fancy" food. Charred edamame and beet salad first. Both excellent. He had their burger. Only regret is that I forgot to take a picture of it. Major, but he finished it. Tempura brussel sprouts can make a veggie lover out of anyone. Dessert menu was enticing, but too full to even consider. So I asked the waiter if they had any fruit. 5 mins later he came back with the best looking berry plate I'd seen all winter. With 2 sauces/dips. Really, really good experience."
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "We were a party of six on a Friday afternoon. We sat at the chef's table. The service was very attentive and friendly (Thanks, Brian!). We split the waffle nachos-short rib, cheese, quac and pico de gallo on waffle fries. Melt in your mouth delicious. A couple of us had cheeseburgers. I had the steakhouse one, which I had been hesitant to get because it came with an A-1 aioli. I'm not an A-1 fan, so I got it on the side. Glad I did...it had a nice zing to it. Another friend got the cheddar crab fondue as a main. She said it was fine but not spectacular. Another lunch companion got the surf and turf tacos. She said she enjoyed them very much. Will definitely go back!"
    Dined on 1/31/2014
  • "Overall pretty good. The burger was amazing and the two in our group who ordered the clam chowder thought it was terrific. The only disappointment were the Caesar Salads. Both looked terrible and tasted just as bad. I don't think Chuck's serves too many salads. The lettuce was old, tired, wilted, light green, and brown. Pretty bad first impression. Good thing the rest got better."
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "I was very excited to try a new restaurant during Chicago's Restaurant Week and thought Chuck's would be a good place to try. In the middle of the day on Michigan avenue, my party of four were the only people in the establishment!! That should have been our clue to leave, but against my initial feeling we decided to stay. Their Restaurant Week special menu was anything but; soup or Cesar salad, flatbread or burger, and dessert platter that advertised "'hostess like' cupcake, cotton candy, and a cereal treat'" ... No thank you. After the disappointing selection, we decided to order off the regular menu; nothing special and nothing great. So many fantastic dining options in Chicago; don't wast your time stopping here!!!"
    Dined on 1/26/2014
  • "The food, service and atmosphere of Chuck's is awesome! Mama Simon's meatloaf is the best comfort meal I've had in a while! I will return with friends!"
    Dined on 1/26/2014
  • "No surprise, the Iron Chef burger was awesome!! My husband had the Chi Town dog, which was simply enormous--and he said, quite good. Tuscan fries were addictive, the Tots crispy as they should be. Lunchtime on a Wednesday was very quiet, but our bartender/server was very attentive. We'd go back again, though we weren't big fans of the ambience---but it was a weekday, imagine the bar comes to life later in the day."
    Dined on 1/22/2014
  • "Went here for lunch and did not know that it was a new concept and had a new menu. I was disappointed in the new menu which had fewer options. I also missed the manufacture your lunch option. Also had an odd server. Probably wont e back."
    Dined on 1/3/2014
  • "The last time we ate here, it was Chuck's Manufacturing - we loved the industrial feel of it. The transition to what it is now took us by surprise. We expected the industrial environment and were greeted with a warm and intimate environment that was wonderful. The staff were perfect. The mac & cheese was still outatanding . Our steaks were perfect (filet and bone in rib eye). And the 'junk food pantry' dessert was a delicious surprise! A must stop destination for us every time we visit Chicago!"
    Dined on 12/29/2013
  • "Great burger...Brussels sprouts were a little bland. Suspect a couple of the early reviews here were planted."
    Dined on 12/13/2013
  • "First time here - really liked it. Beautiful dining room..."
    Dined on 12/23/2013
  • "I took my friend and co-worker to Chuck's for a Christmas lunch. We were seated promptly, and a few minutes later we placed our food order, the organic chicken entree for me and the steelhead trout entree for my guest, at the same time as the drink order. When our drinks were brought to the table, the server mixed up who got which drink. Not a big deal, but it foreshadowed things to come. When the food was ready, two organic chicken entrees were brought to the table. To the credit of the restaurant's manager, he stopped by our table and offered to make good when it came time for the bill. When we did get our food, it was VERY good. However, the server was awkward and never asked if we wanted coffee or dessert."
    Dined on 12/18/2013
  • "Had some issues with the meat preparation as my wife and my temps were switched. She sent hers back for refiring and it came back still underdone. Management and server were gracious and removed item from bill, so we were satisfied. Would certainly keep an eye on that though, as they are not inexpensive entrees. We will try the place again, as they are still only 3 weeks in, and we have both opened restaurants and know that it takes a bit to fire on all cylinders. Overall good experience."
    Dined on 12/14/2013
  • "Seven of us out for girls night! The hostess team was great and accommodating when we had a last minute add to our group. The food was delicious, everything seemed to have a little kick to it, which I appreciate. The staff was friendly and the restaurant has a great vibe. And the drink list had everything you could want. Looking forward to return trips!"
    Dined on 12/13/2013
  • "Chucks is a very entergetic resturant with great food and attentive service. I had the trout which was to die for. My bf had the burger and it was awesome!!!!! I'd also recommend trying the Sangria - delicious. We will be back very soon"
    Dined on 12/13/2013
  • "Went there for lunch and will return. Good service, nice ambiance and unusual takes on some traditional dishes. The Sausage pail was fun, with beer-battered brats and spicy Portuguese sausage and 3 different mustards. The "Chicago-style" clam chowder was tasty, with chunks of spicy Italian sausage and the beef barley was delicious. Sandwiches and main dishes looked good and I look forward to trying more dishes next time."
    Dined on 12/12/2013
  • "You may want to go to Chuck's just for the Iron Chef burger - it is huge (easily sharable with a friend) and utterly delicious. The Crispy Creamy Shrimp and the Tuscan Fries were also outstanding. The space is very modern and there are TVs not only above the bar but in the main dining area. The music is energetic. Not a destination restaurant, but you can grab a good meal on Michigan Ave."
    Dined on 12/7/2013
  • "We went because of the Iron Chef burger and it lived up to its hype!"
    Dined on 12/9/2013
  • "The service was great the restaurant was celebrating cotton candy, it was a fun experience! Bone in Ribeye was great!"
    Dined on 12/7/2013
  • "If you're in Chicago, natives and tourists alike, you should be checking out Kerry Simon's new restaurant, Chuck's! The service was some of the best restaurant service I've had. James gave great suggestions off the menu, clearly having great knowledge of the food, and took care of all of our needs. Plus, he was incredibly friendly and personable, and we just really enjoyed the overall experience he gave. The food was just incredible though, with a killer imaginative menu. The Iron Chef Burger, the Chicago Style Claw Chowder, and the Waffle Fry Nachos, were especially amazing. There are also steaks and chops taste better than the best steakhouses in Chicago, and at a far better price! We will be coming back again and again!"
    Dined on 12/8/2013
  • "I had an amazing dinner experience at Chuck's! We had great service with lots of really good suggestions and the food was fantastic. The Iron Chef burger was a hit and I would also recommend the family recipe meatloaf. The waiter also recommended the waffle dry nachos which were excellent! Plan to back the next time I am in Chicago."
    Dined on 12/5/2013
  • "This is the opening week. Food was good, service was very good. The Iron Chef burger was tasty"
    Dined on 11/22/2013
  • "Great service in a clean, modern restaurant. Food was wonderful and the junk food platter dessert was amazing!! Definite stop to eat when in Chicago!!"
    Dined on 11/22/2013
  • "Grateful it was avail before theater Nothing spoke , WOW The whitefish, and tuna dinners lacked any creativity, and flavor The sauces appeared to have sat under a heat lamp too long We enjoyed the hummus presentation The service was ok, some making a very good effort If advertised , as a no fuss comfort food. It was"
    Dined on 11/2/2013
  • "We were attracted to the place because of the cool looking bar facing Michigan Ave which turned out to be the only interesting thing about the place. Everything else was just average.... food, drinks and service. I'd go back to sit in the bar and have a few drinks after work but that's about it. Too many other great food choices near by to go back again for food."
    Dined on 11/2/2013
  • "Met up with some friends at Chuck's for a quick bite and shared a bunch of appetizers. The menu was a bit strange -- loaded fries, rigatoni, scallops wrapped in bacon -- but everything came out fast and hot and was, for the most part delicious. The 'construction' decor didn't really work and the service, while friendly was slapdash. All in all Chuck's felt like a little bit like a suburban chain restaurant. Given the alternatives I'm not sure whether we'll be back...."
    Dined on 10/26/2013
  • "The food is good and the manufacture menu allows you to build your meal with three choices which are generous. The noise level was so high we couldn't here each other across the table. The restaurant wasn't full, it was that the music was so loud. Don't go on a date because you won't be able to talk."
    Dined on 10/25/2013
  • "Noise Level options did not provide me with how I felt about the noise. I believe the music was too loud for lunch time when business folks are trying to have a nice lunch and conduct some business."
    Dined on 10/9/2013
  • "The scene at Chuck's is not your typical boring restaurant. The decor is unusual and refreshing while still maintaining good service and good food. The concept of manufacturing your meal was also a great idea so you can put together your favorites rather than sticking with the normal pairings on your average menu. It also allows you to try something new or different without risking your whole meal. We were in relatively early due to theater tickets so we didn't get to see the bar scene, but it would be something we would go back and explore based on the music and environment we saw."
    Dined on 9/29/2013
  • "Don't order off the Manufacture your own menu I did and the pulled pork sandwich was mostly bun and only about 3 bites in size. Followed by a small cup of chili which was ok and the Carrie's mac which had a good flavor. Over all very little food and very disappointing."
    Dined on 9/27/2013
  • "Service was friendly. However, the menu was limited and expensive for what it offered. It would be nice if half sandwiches and salads were offered."
    Dined on 9/19/2013
  • "We wanted to find a place within easy walking distance from ours as well as had a light easy menu that suited us both. We walked in at a time when brunch was just finishing up and switching to dinner and the atmosphere was lively and fun. We liked the dj spinning music behind the bar and the decor was modern and entertaining. The staff were friendly and attentive. We'll be sure to be back with our guests from Europe in tow to take in the fun atmosphere and we'll be sure to partake in such a fun brunch next time around!"
    Dined on 8/19/2013
  • "If you like putting together your own meal, you'll love it!"
    Dined on 8/15/2013
  • "I really like Chuck's Manufacturing for the modern decor and the energetic atmosphere. The food is great as well, and I love the "pick three" type lunch offering. I was able to stay with in my calorie boundaries and have a great tasting, fulfilling meal. I loved the interactive game given to my party when we arrived. It made for some quick fun while waiting for our entrees to arrive. Chuck's is a great place to go whether you are looking for a good, quick lunch, after work dinner, or a place to go for good drinks and conversation, it's a happening kind of place!"
    Dined on 7/30/2013
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