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Address:
217 W. Huron Street
Chicago, IL 60654

Neighborhood:
River North

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Cuisine:
Contemporary American

Price: $50 and over

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Graham Elliot Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://www.grahamelliot.com
Email: info@grahamelliot.com
Phone: (312) 624-9975
Hours of Operation: Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm Price (Price reflects the average cost of dinner, including one drink and tip) $50 and over
Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Contemporary American, Global, International
Executive Chef: Graham Elliot Bowles
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Private Party Facilities: Our wine salon seats between 12-24 diners in an intimate environment.
Private Party Contact: Dustin Chabert (312) 624-9975

Getting there

Cross Street: Wells
Public Transit: Chicago Brown Line Stop
Parking: Valet
Parking Details: Valet, street, and lot parking available.

A word from Graham Elliot

Fine dining redefined: Graham Elliot is Chicago's first “bistronomic” restaurant that brings four-star cuisine into a casual, fun, and whimsical environment. The cuisine follows the same spontaneous and ingredient-driven cuisine that has garnered three (3) James Beard Nominee's for Chef Bowles… among numerous other accolades. Expect hip music, dynamic gastronomy, and a lively and relaxed atmosphere.Continued

Graham Elliot

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140 $50 and over restaurant

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147 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

147 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies(107)
special occasion(86)
notable wine list(47)

romantic(44)
hot spot(33)
neighborhood gem(20)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (147)

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food and presentation

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/13/2012

2006

Dined on 04/13/2012

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food and presentation were really good. There was an ant in one of the flowers used as part of one of the courses, but it didn't ruin our appetites! We received free drinks and a special treat from the chef for our troubles. A bit pricey, but a great experience overall."

Dined on 04/13/2012

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Graham Elliot is a foodie

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/13/2012

2005

Dined on 04/13/2012

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Graham Elliot is a foodie heaven. Our table decided to try the 10 course tasting menu and each course was more delicious than the next. The service is impeccaable -- as good as any five star restaurant in the world. One of our party was pregnant and our waiter had the bar make her several delicious mocktails. What makes Graham Elliot so fantastic is the depth of flavor in every course. The ingredients are approachable -- nothing crazy or particularly exotic. The preparation, however, is innovative and delicious. Our favorite courses were the butter poached lobster and the carbonara. The "cheese" course was pretty amazing also. In all, a five star experience and worth every penny."

Dined on 04/13/2012

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Nice job Graham!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/17/2012

2005

Dined on 03/17/2012

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

"Nice job Graham!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Dined on 03/17/2012

2005

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food - unusual ambience

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2005

Dined on 04/07/2012

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food being created at Graham Elliot is some of the best in the city - visually, aromatically, texturally and in flavor. However, you need to be aware that they only offer tasting menus of different sizes with optional wine pairing. If you prefer a la carte, this won't be for you. Also, the music is rather loud and eclectic, tending more toward rock and alternative rather than a more subdued background sound. The wait staff is dressed sort of shabby chic - blue jeans with sport coats. Other than that, if you go for the food and like to put yourself in the chef's hands, you will have a memorable meal."

Dined on 04/07/2012

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

over-the-top expensive - would

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/01/2012

2007

Dined on 04/01/2012

2007

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"over-the-top expensive - would never go back! Michelin-level of cost - not Michelin-level of food!"

Dined on 04/01/2012

2007

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A wonderful all-around experience

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/29/2012

2011

Dined on 03/29/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"A wonderful all-around experience from the inventive food and warm and engaging staff to the cool and modern decor. It has the right mix of all the elements without being too stuffy or stiff."

Dined on 03/29/2012

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was the best meal I have

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2012

2009

Dined on 03/30/2012

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

"This was the best meal I have ever had (expensive but worth it). Food was amazing. Staff was informative, attentive, and fun."

Dined on 03/30/2012

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Super pricey with only 3 ordering

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2012

2011

Dined on 03/31/2012

2011

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Super pricey with only 3 ordering options from the menu. Only go if you are more interested in the artistic presentation of food than the taste and collaboration of textures. Good but not worth what you pay."

Dined on 03/31/2012

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Highly disappointed in the

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/24/2012

2006

Dined on 03/24/2012

2006

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Highly disappointed in the new tasting menu concept. Graham Elliot used to be one of my favorite restaurants in the city. I liked it because it was great food in a casual, fun atmosphere. The tasting menu concept adds a level of pretension that does match the casual feel of the restaurant. The tasting menu items, while good, are far from outstanding and lack any real personality. It seems like it is trying too hard to be something it is not (Alinea). I also noticed that for a Saturday night the place was dead when it used to be packed and had a fun vibe. I wish the original Graham Elliot concept would return!"

Dined on 03/24/2012

2006

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

After having initially eaten

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/24/2012

2009

Dined on 03/24/2012

2009

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"After having initially eaten at Graham Elliot 3 years ago we wanted to go back, but found a totally different restaurant. Prix Fixe menu was contrived and tried a bit too hard to be French Laundry......and didn't come close to succeeding. Bottle of Chablis served warm, then waitstaff a bit put out when we asked to try a glass 20 minutes later. We will not be back, but Graham Elliot unlikely to be open much longer with nearly 50% of tables vacant on our Saturday night visit."