Award-winning

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden

Name: Blue Door Kitchen & Garden
Address: 52 West Elm Street, Chicago, IL, United States, 60610
Telephone: (312) 573-4000
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (2511)

$30 and under

American

52 West Elm Street, Chicago, IL 60610

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 64 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Great for outdoor dining

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden, home to celebrated Chef Art Smith, is a farm-to-table oasis in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast and deeply rooted in the philosophy of letting the seasons dictate the menu. From its inception, the Blue Door brand has become synonymous with sustainability and responsible sourcing. We pride ourselves in showcasing dishes made from fresh, local ingredients sourced from Midwest farms.

Experience a chef-driven menu featuring everything from pierogis and market fresh salads, to Chef Art Smith’s famous buttermilk fried chicken. Walk-ins are always encouraged. Be sure to join us during the warmer weather months when the beautiful outdoor patio is open. While visiting, be sure to enjoy one of Blue Door Kitchen’s garden-to-glass cocktails, local beers or perfectly paired wines from our extensive list.

For reservations eight or larger, please call the restaurant 312-573-4000.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary Southern, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 573-4000
Website
http://www.bluedoorkitchenchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef De Juan
Private party facilities
Blue Door Kitchen's upstairs dining room is available for private events of up to 56 people for a seated dinner or 75 people for a standing cocktail reception. For a buyout of the whole restaurant up to 85; for a seated dinner divided between both dining rooms. Patio seats 80 and 120 for a standing cocktail reception.

Location
52 West Elm Street, Chicago, IL 60610
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Cross street
Between Clark & Dearborn Streets
Parking details
Valet available the following days:Wednesday-Friday 4pm-8:30pmSaturday & Sunday 9am-8:30pm
Public transit
CTA Red Line Trains to Clark/Division stop#22 Clark Street Bus#36 Broadway Bus
Entertainment
No
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Shrimp & Grits$24.00
geechie boy grits, andouille, tomato stew
Buttermilk Fried Chicken$26.00
garlic mashed potato, hot sauce
Salmon En Croute$29.00
apple butter, brussels sprouts, fennel, rosemary cream
Ribeye
zucchini, pecan pesto, green tomatoes
- MP
Parisienne Gnocchi$28.00
farm carrots, peas, cheese of the day
1/2 Rack of Lamb
summer couscous, pickled melons, fennel, cilantro, lamb jus
- MP

Desserts

Hummingbird Cake$12.00
pecan, coconut crumble, seasonal coulis
Key Lime Pie$9.00
whipped cream, macadamia praline, burnt honey caramel
Gelato$7.00
daily selection

Cocktails

The Stars

Fort Dearborn (1803)$14.00
Tanquery Gin, celery bitters, tonic, sage
Chicago Fire (1871)$14.00
Don Julio Blanco Tequila, dragon fruit syrup, lime, grapefruit bitters
Columbian Exposition (1893)$14.00
Fleur de Cana Rum, falernum, italicus, lime, soda; nut allergy
Century of Progress (1933)$14.00
Strawberry-infused Western Son Vodka, rhubarb liquor, lime, ginger beer

The Stripes

The Lake & the River$14.00
Jasmine tea infused Glenfiddich scotch, lemon, simple syrup, thyme
The South Side$14.00
Blackberry Infused Union Mezcal, sake, elderflower, lemon, simple syrup, aquafaba
The West Side$14.00
Bulleit/ Fleur De Cana Anejo, Amargo de chile, lime, simple syrup
The North Side$14.00
Hess Chardonay, grapefruit juice, elderflower, lime, simple syrup

Reserve List

Bubbles

N.V. Veuve Clicquot, Brut, France$125.00
N.V. J Vineyards, Cuvee, California$75.00
N.V J Vineyards, Rose, California$85.00

White

Cortese, A Posto, 2017, Nizza Monferrato, Italy$50.00
Chenin Blanc, Domaine Brisebarre, Vouvray, 2014, Loire Valley, France$90.00
Chenin Blanc, Old Vine, Bellingham, 2017, Coastal, South Africa$80.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Blank Stare Orin Swift, 2017, St Helena, California$95.00
Chardonnay, Ramey, 2014, Sonoma County, California$140.00
Riesling, The Seeker, 2017, Mosel, Germany$62.00

Red

Pinot Noir, Resonance, 2017, Willamette, Oregon$175.00
Gamay Noir, Chateau Des Jacques, Morgon, 2016, Burgundy, France$70.00
Bordeaux Blend, Chateau Musar, 2011, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon$200.00
Bordeaux Blend, Ramey Claret, 2016, Napa Valley, California$100.00
Syrah, Stolpman Vineyards, 2017, Ballard Canyon, California$85.00
Grenache, Syrah, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, 2016, Rhone, France$140.00
Grenache, Syrah, M. Chpoutier, 2011, Côtes du Roussillon Villages, France$280.00
Corvina, Rondinella, Masi, 2013, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico, Italy$225.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Louis .M. Martini,2016, Napa Valley, California$90.00

Wines by the Glass

Bubbles

N.V. Taittinger Champagne, Reims, France$17.00
N.V. Poema Cava Brut, Penedes Spain$13.00
N.V. Villa Sandi ll Fresco Rose, Veneto, Italy$13.00

Rosé

Breezette, 2018, Provence, France$16.00
Bottled Exclusively for Blue Door Kitchen & Garden

White

Sauvignon Blanc, Honig, 2018, Napa, California$15.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre, Moreux Les Bouffants, 2018, Loire Valley, France$20.00
Muller-Thurgau, Kettmeir, 2017, Alto Adige, Italy$14.00
Pinot Grigio, Bollini, 2017, Trentino, Italy$15.00
Pinot Grigio, Riff, 2018, Veneto, Italy$12.00
Chardonnay, Albert Bichot, Domaine Long-Depaquit Chablis, 2017, Burgundy, France$16.00
Chardonnay, Raeburn, 2017, Russian River, Sonoma County, California$16.00
Riesling, Hirsch, Zöbing, 2015, Kamptal, Austria$17.00

Red

Pinot Noir, Ken Wright, 2017, Willamette Valley, Oregon$17.00
Corvina, Rondinella, Tommasi Valpolicella Ripasso 2016, Veneto, Italy$18.00
Malbec, Graffito, 2017, Lujan De Cuyo, Argentina$15.00
Tempranillo, El Vinculo, 2013, Castilla La Mancha, Spain$13.00
Grenache Blend, Côtes Du Rhône, 2015, Rhône, France$14.00
Sangiovese, Tenute Slivio Nardi, 2017, Rosso di Montalcino, Italy$20.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Roth Estate, 2017, Central Coast, California$18.00
Merlot, Duckhorn Vineyards, 2016, Napa Valley, California$20.00

Other

Mimosa$9.00
Seasonal Mimosa$10.00

Bourbon / Whiskey

1792 Bourbon$14.00
Basil Hayden$14.00
Bearface$16.00
Blantons$21.00
Buffalo Trace$11.00
Bulleit$12.00
Cody Road Rye$17.00
Eagle Rare 10 Year$13.00
E.H Taylor Jr Single Barrel$14.00
Gentleman Jack$15.00
Hibiki$32.00
High West Double Rye$16.00
Kentucky Owl$48.00
Old Potrero$22.00
Rabbit Hole$16.00
Sazarac Rye$13.00
Templeton Rye$14.00
Tullamore D.E.W$14.00
Weller Special Reserve$12.00
W.L Weller 12 Year$15.00
Weller Antique 107$14.00
Whistle Pig 15 Year$45.00
Woodford Reserve$16.00
Willet 3 Year Rye$23.00

Scotch

Balvenie 15 Year$20.00
Balvenie 21 Year$38.00
Dalmore 12 Year$15.00
Dalwhinnie 15 Year$18.00
Glenfiddich 12 Year$12.00
Glenrothes Single Malt Scotch$14.00
Johnny Walker Black$24.00
Johnny Walker Blue$80.00
Macallan 12 Year$14.00
Macallan 18 Year$45.00
Monkey Shoulder Scotch$15.00

Tequila / Mezcal

Clase Azul Plata$25.00
Clase Azul Reposado$30.00
Don Julio Blanco$12.00
Don Julio Reposado$17.00
Don Julio 1942$28.00
Milagro Silver$13.00
Milagro Reposado$14.00
Milagro Anejo$15.00
Paris Reposado$12.00
Union Mezcal$12.00
Villa Sosu Mezcal$12.00
Lucy Pistolas Mezcal$10.00

What 2,511 people are saying

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden offers a delightful dining experience with "delicious beautifully presented food" and a "gorgeous heated patio." Guests praise the "amazing fried chicken" and "outstanding" service. The ambiance is charming, with a cozy, European-inspired outdoor space. While some service inconsistencies exist, the overall experience is memorable and worth repeating.

2,511 Reviews

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Oz
Chicago / Illinois1 review
2.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Went here for a solo lunch. I sat outside on their covered patio which was cute. The hostess directed me to a two top that had a broken planter centerpiece leaking water all over the table. She had one of the wait staff wipe down the table but keep the broken planter lol. I asked her if I could be seated anywhere else and she said no because the other tables were for larger groups - there were a handful of empty four tops and some larger tables. The four tops weren't even that big. The entire time I was seated, only one other couple came in. The tables remained empty all around me but whatever. I started with a virgin mojito that was very, very basic but still so lacking in flavor. I ordered what I believe was called a harvest salad and it was sadly disappointing. The shrimp smelled like shrimp, if you know you know. I also got a nice bite of shrimp shell which immediately ruined the experience. The cheese was what looked like your run of the mill cheddar cut into tiny cubes. The walnuts were bland and I had a few tiny pieces of walnut shell as a cute little surprise. What looked to be apple slices (??) were wilted and sad. And the vinaigrette was heavy on the vinegar so every bite I took was like a smack to my sinuses. To complete the experience, at any given time 4 to 5 members of the wait staff would gather behind me to have lively conversation amongst themselves. Overall, I wouldn't recommend.
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Brian A.
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Our favorite spot & great place to enjoy a nice meal, the staff could have been more knowledgeable of summer menu.
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded 3 days ago
Dear Brian, We’re so grateful to be your favorite spot! Thank you for the kind words and for sharing your note about the summer menu—we’ll make sure the team is even better prepared next time. We can’t wait to have you back for another great meal soon. The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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Ann VIP
Chicago / Illinois21 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Charming decor, excellent service by Juan, and yummy dishes. We enjoyed the interior dining room, however the outdoor space is equally lovely. In a great neighborhood for walking after the meal. Can't wait to return!
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded 6 days ago
Dear Ann, Thank you for sharing your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the decor, dishes, and especially Juan’s warm service—it means a lot to us. I’ll be sure to pass along your thanks to him. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another lovely visit, inside or out. The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago / Illinois1 review
2.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was the most $200 worth of unseasoned "Soul Food" We've ever tasted. Not 1/1000th drop of salt or any seasoning. Waste of our $$, waste of $22 to park, 30 Min in rush hour traffic, only to box it all up to feed to our dogs. Coming from Nola, the Chef is either never around, or seasonings ran out. It's a beautiful space, but it stops there. Not one seasoned Entree. We had 2 chicken dishes. All of the sides, and Shrimp and Grits. Nothing was flavored.
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Travis VIP
Chicago / Illinois39 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was tasty as always, but service was extremely slow and we had to wait ~ an hour for the food.
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Atlantis VIP
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely perfect brunch experience. A delicious lychee cocktail and an exquisite slice of quiche with mixed greens salad. I savored every sip and bite.
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded 7 days ago
Dear Atlantis, What a delight to read your words—thank you for sharing! We’re so glad you enjoyed the lychee cocktail and quiche, and that your brunch was just what you hoped for. Hope to have you back soon to savor more. The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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Charles
Dallas - Fort Worth3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food. The rack or lamp was very delicious!!!
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded on June 28, 2025
Dear Charles, We’re thrilled you enjoyed the rack of lamb—thank you for the kind words and for dining with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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Eileen
Wisconsin1 review
5.0
Dined on June 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Only disappointment was no NA beer even though it’s listed on the menu
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded on June 26, 2025
Dear Eileen, Thank you for the five stars and for pointing that out. We’re sorry the NA beer listed wasn’t available—we’ll be sure to address that with our team. We truly appreciate your feedback and support! The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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Christy VIP
Chicago / Illinois34 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Blue Door is a neighborhood fav of mine.The day we visited and the cooling system was having issues keeping up.I felt bad for the staff.We shared a salad and the stuffed peppers.When the server arrived with our meal-my guest and i looked at the pepper(we almost always order them)and laughed.They were the smallest,most unstuffed peppers we have ever experienced at BD!As we all know food costs are high but it was so disappointing .Id rather you raise it a couple of bucks and keep integrity and presentation of the dish.
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded on June 24, 2025
Dear Christy, Thank you for the thoughtful feedback. I'm sorry to hear the stuffed peppers missed the mark and that the cooling system affected your experience. Your honesty helps us do better, and we truly appreciate your longtime support. We’ll take your comments to heart and revisit the consistency of that dish. The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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Frank
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Favorite brunch spot! Quality food and great service… love sitting in the garden patio.
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded on June 25, 2025
Dear Frank, We're honored to be your favorite brunch spot! Thank you for the kind words—it's wonderful to hear you enjoy the food, service, and our garden patio. We can’t wait to welcome you back. The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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FAQs

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Blue Door Kitchen & Garden also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 573-4000.

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden is rated 4.7 stars by 2511 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 64 times today

Google Map for Blue Door Kitchen & Garden

52 West Elm Street, Chicago, IL 60610

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
Between Clark & Dearborn Streets
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary Southern, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet available the following days:Wednesday-Friday 4pm-8:30pmSaturday & Sunday 9am-8:30pm
Public transit
CTA Red Line Trains to Clark/Division stop#22 Clark Street Bus#36 Broadway Bus
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef De Juan
Entertainment
No
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bluedoorkitchenchicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 573-4000
Private party facilities
Blue Door Kitchen's upstairs dining room is available for private events of up to 56 people for a seated dinner or 75 people for a standing cocktail reception. For a buyout of the whole restaurant up to 85; for a seated dinner divided between both dining rooms. Patio seats 80 and 120 for a standing cocktail reception.

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden

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About this restaurant

Additional information

To Share

Baba Ganoush$12.00

Deviled Eggs$9.00

Crab Cake$17.00

Cornbread$9.00

Mac & Cheese$10.00

Salads & Soups

Bibb Salad$15.00

Brussels & Kale Salad$17.00

Minestrone Soup$7.00

Entrées

Shrimp & Grits$24.00

Buttermilk Fried Chicken$26.00

Salmon En Croute$29.00

Ribeye

Parisienne Gnocchi$28.00

1/2 Rack of Lamb

Desserts

Hummingbird Cake$12.00

Key Lime Pie$9.00

Gelato$7.00

Cocktails

The Stars

Fort Dearborn (1803)$14.00

Chicago Fire (1871)$14.00

Columbian Exposition (1893)$14.00

Century of Progress (1933)$14.00

The Stripes

The Lake & the River$14.00

The South Side$14.00

The West Side$14.00

The North Side$14.00

Reserve List

Bubbles

N.V. Veuve Clicquot, Brut, France$125.00

N.V. J Vineyards, Cuvee, California$75.00

N.V J Vineyards, Rose, California$85.00

White

Cortese, A Posto, 2017, Nizza Monferrato, Italy$50.00

Chenin Blanc, Domaine Brisebarre, Vouvray, 2014, Loire Valley, France$90.00

Chenin Blanc, Old Vine, Bellingham, 2017, Coastal, South Africa$80.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Blank Stare Orin Swift, 2017, St Helena, California$95.00

Chardonnay, Ramey, 2014, Sonoma County, California$140.00

Riesling, The Seeker, 2017, Mosel, Germany$62.00

Red

Pinot Noir, Resonance, 2017, Willamette, Oregon$175.00

Gamay Noir, Chateau Des Jacques, Morgon, 2016, Burgundy, France$70.00

Bordeaux Blend, Chateau Musar, 2011, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon$200.00

Bordeaux Blend, Ramey Claret, 2016, Napa Valley, California$100.00

Syrah, Stolpman Vineyards, 2017, Ballard Canyon, California$85.00

Grenache, Syrah, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, 2016, Rhone, France$140.00

Grenache, Syrah, M. Chpoutier, 2011, Côtes du Roussillon Villages, France$280.00

Corvina, Rondinella, Masi, 2013, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico, Italy$225.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Louis .M. Martini,2016, Napa Valley, California$90.00

Wines by the Glass

Bubbles

N.V. Taittinger Champagne, Reims, France$17.00

N.V. Poema Cava Brut, Penedes Spain$13.00

N.V. Villa Sandi ll Fresco Rose, Veneto, Italy$13.00

Rosé

Breezette, 2018, Provence, France$16.00

White

Sauvignon Blanc, Honig, 2018, Napa, California$15.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre, Moreux Les Bouffants, 2018, Loire Valley, France$20.00

Muller-Thurgau, Kettmeir, 2017, Alto Adige, Italy$14.00

Pinot Grigio, Bollini, 2017, Trentino, Italy$15.00

Pinot Grigio, Riff, 2018, Veneto, Italy$12.00

Chardonnay, Albert Bichot, Domaine Long-Depaquit Chablis, 2017, Burgundy, France$16.00

Chardonnay, Raeburn, 2017, Russian River, Sonoma County, California$16.00

Riesling, Hirsch, Zöbing, 2015, Kamptal, Austria$17.00

Red

Pinot Noir, Ken Wright, 2017, Willamette Valley, Oregon$17.00

Corvina, Rondinella, Tommasi Valpolicella Ripasso 2016, Veneto, Italy$18.00

Malbec, Graffito, 2017, Lujan De Cuyo, Argentina$15.00

Tempranillo, El Vinculo, 2013, Castilla La Mancha, Spain$13.00

Grenache Blend, Côtes Du Rhône, 2015, Rhône, France$14.00