Ada Street

Name: Ada Street
Address: 1664 Ada St., Chicago, IL, United States, 60642
Telephone: (773) 234-1753
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.9

4.9

727 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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Located in the Elston Industrial District--not quite Bucktown, not quite Lincoln Park--Ada Street offers dinner service five days a week.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 21, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

10:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
American, Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 234-1753
Website
http://www.adastreetchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Chef Ryan Bair
Private party facilities
Ada Street hosts private events from 10 - 100 guests. Reserve our private dining room for the evening, rent out our backyard for a birthday, or reserve the entire space for a rehearsal dinner. Whatever the occasion may be, we’d love to host you! Contact events@adastreetchicago.com
Private party contact
Liz Naquin: (773) 697-7069

Location
1664 Ada St. Chicago, IL 60642
Neighborhood
Bucktown / Wicker Park
Cross street
W. Concord Place
Parking details
Plenty of unattended street parking
Public transit
72 Bus to North Ave. & Throop
Entertainment
Tuesday: Industry Night - 50% for restaurant industry professionals
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Chicken Liver Mousse$12.00
balsamico, sourdough
Whipped Burrata$19.00
marinated cantaloupe, date jam, la quercia prosciutto
Brussels Sprouts$12.00
gochujang glaze
Steak Tartare*$16.00
fried capers, hen egg yolk
Cacio e Pepe Arancini$14.00
parmesan Reggiano
Roasted Carrots$15.00
harissa, feta
Braised Radishes$14.00
goat cheese, tomato, avocado, orange, dukka
Scallop Ceviche$18.00
passionfruit, mango, pineapple, jalapeno

Pasta

Orrechiete Bolognese$18.00
tomato, mortadella, prosciutto, pancetta
Parisian Gnocchi$24.00
french perigold truffle
Spring Pea Ravioli$18.00
bacon, lemon

Large Plates

Whole Roasted Branzino$38.00
salsa verde, fennel salad, lemon
Grilled Pork Char Siu$25.00
scallion, pickled peppers, herb salad, lemongrass chili sauce
16 oz New York Strip*$45.00
shoestring fries & garlic aioli

After

Cinnamon-Sugar Brioche Doughnuts$10.00
blackberry jam

Rosé, Sparkling

"Prosecco" Zannoto, "Col Fundo", Italy$11.00
Brut, Charles Bauer Alsace, FR$57.00
Fuente Guijarro, Cider (Unfiltered Cider – Spain)
- Btl (750ml)$23.00
Sauv. Blanc & Pinot, Grigio, Borgo Savian 2020, Friuli, Italy$50.00
Grenache Rosé, Paradis 2020, Languedoc$10.00
Lambrusco, Terrevive "No Autoclave" 2020, Emilia-Romagna$60.00

White

Sauvignon Blanc, Ch. Lamothe 2020, Bourdeaux$11.00
Pinot Blanc, Kabinett Trocken Koehler-Ruprecht 2019, Pfalz Germany$12.00
Chardonnay Blend, Deux Punx 2020, CA$11.00
Riesling, Usonia, 2019 Finger Lakes NY$11.00
Arneis, Gabrielle Scaglione 2018, Langhe Italy$48.00

Red

Barbera, Picchioni Andrea Lombard, Italy$13.00
Tempranillo, Viña Almate 2020, Peñafiel, Spain$12.00
Gamay, Gérard Belaïd, Beaujolais$12.00
Garnacha, Mas Picosa 2018, Priorat$59.00

Beer, Seltzer & Cider

Metropolitan, Krankshaft (KöLsch Chicago)
- 12 oz$7.00
Off Color, Beer for Tacos (Gose – Chicago IL)
- 16 oz$7.00
Lagunitas IPA (West Coast IPA – Chicago, IL)
- Can (12 oz)$7.00
Untitled Arts, Pear Guava Seltzer (Waunakee, WI)
- Can (12 oz)$7.00
Krombacher N/A Pils (0.0% Alcohol)
- Btl (12 oz)$5.00

Reserve Wine

These are wines that we love but don't always have in stock

Champagne, Christian Gosset Brut Aoi, Grand Cru$90.00
Tibouren, Clos Cibonne 2020, Côtes de Provence$63.00
Orange Blend, Ruth Lewandowski "Tatto" 2020, California$59.00
Grenache Gris, Ruth Lewandowski "Naomi" 2020, Gibson Ranch California$65.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Brendan Tracey "Rue de la Soif" 2019, Loire$57.00
Vouvray, Dom. Vigneau-Chevreau "Cuvee Silex" 2020, Loire$65.00
Trousseau, Stolpman Vineyards "Combe" 2020, Ballard County$67.00
Pinot Noir, Liten Buffel "Perfetto" 2018, Niagra Escarpment, NY$64.00
Gamay, Benoit Camus, 'vagabond" NV Southern Beaujolais$70.00
CÔT, Dom. Phillipe Tessier "Toc" 2020, France$60.00
Cabernet Franc, Dom. Grosbois "Clos Du Noyer" 2016, Chinon$90.00
Syrah, Etienne Becheras, Saint Joseph, 2018, Rhone Valley$75.00

Cocktails

One Down, One up$6.00
snap pea, lemon, soda
Petite Belle$13.00
vodka, blueberry, lemon, basil, soda
Bee's Knees$12.00
london dry gin, lemon, wildflower honey
Out of Nowhere$12.00
bourbon, strawberry shrub, amaretto
Fucking French Martini$15.00
vodka, passionfruit, raspberry, vanilla
Night Has a Thousand Eyes$16.00
vodka, cold brew coffee, coffee liqueur, amaro
Old Fashioned$14.00
japanese whiskey, demerara sugar, angostura, lemon
The Night Me and Your Mama Met$16.00
151 dark rum, housemade falernum, allspice, nutmeg, mint

What 727 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

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Chicago / Illinois
American
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JoannaM
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ada Street is definitely one of the most underrated restaurants in Chicago! Awesome food, cool space, and great staff.
TW
TylerW
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best meal that we have had in Chicago. Great food, service, and atmosphere. Will be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Air conditioning wasn’t working. It was extremely hot and that made things unpleasant. Other than that everything was great
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s become a staple for my fiancée and I. Just a wonderful place. Considering making it our rehearsal dinner spot.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 11, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience1
The AC is out and it was HOT
S
Scott
Chicago
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of Chicagos hidden gems, would recommend for any occasion
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Chef is amazing, staff and service are amazing. Vibes are immaculate
CG
CourtneyG
Chicago
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hidden gem eatery, perfect for a delicious dinner before catching a show at the Hideout across the street. Small menu but everything we had was fantastic.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Never Disappoints - truly a hidden gem.
EM
EmilyM
Chicago
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My new favorite restaurant in the city! I’m upset I’ve lived in chicago for so long and am only know learning about this place. Food was 20/10, service was exceptional, vibes were on point. Will 1000% be back.
g
grizmodo
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had an amazing dining experience here – the back outdoor patio area is beautiful. The service was fantastic and the food was outstanding. Will definitely be coming back soon!
G
Glen
Richmond
55 reviews
vip
5.0
55 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience, creative delicious tapas, and Emily was a fantastic server.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
I loved the food, amazing service, but It was a little loud
M
Morgan
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hands down one of the best dinners I’ve had! Service was outstanding and the food was incredible. The radish dish on the appetizer menu is a MUST!!
L
Lauren
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service was great! Will come back again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Servers were very friendly, place has a very cool vibe.
CC
CodyC
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Emily was fantastic, very attentive. The food was so delicious & the cocktails were perfect. Best shishito peppers & Aviation martini in the city!!!
C
Chazmosef
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of, if not the best date night spots in the city. Great ambiance, delicious and diverse food options and good vibes all around. The gnocchi was insane. Their take on a burrata plate was yummy, and you will not eat a better plate of Brussels sprouts in Chicago.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been here several times before, but always enjoy it. We sat at the bar, our server was very personable and helpful, and her wine recommendations were excellent. Food was all wonderful and came out with enough time for us to enjoy each course. A great time as always, we’ll be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was perfect. Food, service, music, cocktails
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall3food1service3ambience5
We were sat 35 min after our reservation, otherwise the service was wonderful. The food, however - not great. Flavors weren’t balanced, which was surprising. This was the first time I’ve had anything less than a wonderful experience at Ada St.
C
Carlone
Chicago
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and great food
KG
KevinG
Detroit
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hidden gem. Creative very tasty food. Great bar seating.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hannah was an amazing server! We loved every minute of dining with you.
J
Jennylee22
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service is amazing. The only complaint would be that it’s a little dark
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was incredible! Hadn’t been in 10 years since the restaurant first opened and it did not disappoint.
JO
JoeyO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Some of the best pasta I’ve had ever, let alone in Chicago
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing all-around! From the ambiance to the decor to the food+cocktails, the speak easy like vibe is perfect for an intimate date night or fun night out with friends. Would highly recommend!
JS
JacobS
Chicago
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, cocktails, and apps! S/o Mike - he was one of the best servers I've had.
DM
DonM
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place for a first date! The ambiance, food, and service were great!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best in the biz! Love Ada ❤️
SB
SaloniB
Chicago
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
One of the best meals I’ve had in Chicago! We got the mussels, brussel sprouts, gnocchi and pork and everything was so delicious! And don’t skip the doughnuts for dessert
CI
ChICL
Milwaukee
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2022
overall3food2service2ambience4
Ada St was fine. The ambiance was good - it is a place I would go in the future for just a drink. The apps were underwhelming and the mains were pretty straightforward- nothing to write home about. The squash as a main was my favorite and was decent. The pastas were tough as shareables for five people given they were very small portions - and the quality of the pasta was underwhelming.
CB
CharleneB
Chicago
73 reviews
vip
5.0
73 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A great evening, as always, at Ada Street. Such a unique vibe. We love the music selected album by album by the bartenders, the cocktails, of course, the reliably great food, and the relaxed, attentive service. This place is versatile for a romantic date, an everyday weeknight dinner, or a group get together. It just works.
MJ
MaggieJ
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food and wonderful staff. Love going to this restaurant.
DM
DonM
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service!!
LD
LukeD
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible experience. Will definitely be back! Thank you!
AP
AndyP
Dallas
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place deserves a Michelin Star! It's so incredibly delicious and has great food options for all diet types. I'm a vegetarian who dabbles in seafood and left the restaurant very happy and satisfied. The cocktails are out of this world too. I would definitely recommend Ada Street for a date night or a fun dinner with friends.
KF
KevinF
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Phenomenal food, great vibe and our server was very cool
CD
ClaireD
Chicago
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was fantastic. The squash dish was one of the most surprisingly delicious meals I've eaten. The gnocchi melted in my mouth. The drinks were also fantastic (I loved the F*cking French Martini). You can't leave without ordering the cinnamon-sugar brioche donuts with blackberry jam - it was to die for.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Ada Street is rated 4.9 stars by 727 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 21, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

10:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

1664 Ada St. Chicago, IL 60642

Additional information

Cross street
W. Concord Place
Neighborhood
Bucktown / Wicker Park
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Plenty of unattended street parking
Public transit
72 Bus to North Ave. & Throop
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Ryan Bair
Entertainment
Tuesday: Industry Night - 50% for restaurant industry professionals
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.adastreetchicago.com/
Phone number
(773) 234-1753
Private party facilities
Ada Street hosts private events from 10 - 100 guests. Reserve our private dining room for the evening, rent out our backyard for a birthday, or reserve the entire space for a rehearsal dinner. Whatever the occasion may be, we’d love to host you! Contact events@adastreetchicago.com
Private party contact
Liz Naquin: (773) 697-7069

Ada Street

Make a reservation

Additional information

Parisian Gnocchi

Steak Tartare

Brussels Sprouts

Small Plates

Chicken Liver Mousse$12.00

Whipped Burrata$19.00

Brussels Sprouts$12.00

Steak Tartare*$16.00

Cacio e Pepe Arancini$14.00

Roasted Carrots$15.00

Braised Radishes$14.00

Scallop Ceviche$18.00

Pasta

Orrechiete Bolognese$18.00

Parisian Gnocchi$24.00

Spring Pea Ravioli$18.00

Large Plates

Whole Roasted Branzino$38.00

Grilled Pork Char Siu$25.00

16 oz New York Strip*$45.00

After

Cinnamon-Sugar Brioche Doughnuts$10.00

Rosé, Sparkling

"Prosecco" Zannoto, "Col Fundo", Italy$11.00

Brut, Charles Bauer Alsace, FR$57.00

Fuente Guijarro, Cider (Unfiltered Cider – Spain)

Sauv. Blanc & Pinot, Grigio, Borgo Savian 2020, Friuli, Italy$50.00

Grenache Rosé, Paradis 2020, Languedoc$10.00

Lambrusco, Terrevive "No Autoclave" 2020, Emilia-Romagna$60.00

White

Sauvignon Blanc, Ch. Lamothe 2020, Bourdeaux$11.00

Pinot Blanc, Kabinett Trocken Koehler-Ruprecht 2019, Pfalz Germany$12.00

Chardonnay Blend, Deux Punx 2020, CA$11.00

Riesling, Usonia, 2019 Finger Lakes NY$11.00

Arneis, Gabrielle Scaglione 2018, Langhe Italy$48.00

Red

Barbera, Picchioni Andrea Lombard, Italy$13.00

Tempranillo, Viña Almate 2020, Peñafiel, Spain$12.00

Gamay, Gérard Belaïd, Beaujolais$12.00

Garnacha, Mas Picosa 2018, Priorat$59.00

Beer, Seltzer & Cider

Metropolitan, Krankshaft (KöLsch Chicago)

Off Color, Beer for Tacos (Gose – Chicago IL)

Lagunitas IPA (West Coast IPA – Chicago, IL)

Untitled Arts, Pear Guava Seltzer (Waunakee, WI)

Krombacher N/A Pils (0.0% Alcohol)

Reserve Wine

Champagne, Christian Gosset Brut Aoi, Grand Cru$90.00

Tibouren, Clos Cibonne 2020, Côtes de Provence$63.00

Orange Blend, Ruth Lewandowski "Tatto" 2020, California$59.00

Grenache Gris, Ruth Lewandowski "Naomi" 2020, Gibson Ranch California$65.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Brendan Tracey "Rue de la Soif" 2019, Loire$57.00

Vouvray, Dom. Vigneau-Chevreau "Cuvee Silex" 2020, Loire$65.00

Trousseau, Stolpman Vineyards "Combe" 2020, Ballard County$67.00

Pinot Noir, Liten Buffel "Perfetto" 2018, Niagra Escarpment, NY$64.00

Gamay, Benoit Camus, 'vagabond" NV Southern Beaujolais$70.00

CÔT, Dom. Phillipe Tessier "Toc" 2020, France$60.00

Cabernet Franc, Dom. Grosbois "Clos Du Noyer" 2016, Chinon$90.00

Syrah, Etienne Becheras, Saint Joseph, 2018, Rhone Valley$75.00

Cocktails

One Down, One up$6.00

Petite Belle$13.00

Bee's Knees$12.00

Out of Nowhere$12.00

Fucking French Martini$15.00

Night Has a Thousand Eyes$16.00

Old Fashioned$14.00

The Night Me and Your Mama Met$16.00

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