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$31 to $50
Contemporary American
1729 North Halsted, Chicago, IL 60614

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 69 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for fine wines
Michelin-starred Boka Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Chicago’s dining scene since 2003. In 2014, following a major renovation, Chef Lee Wolen joined as Executive Chef and Partner, quickly gaining critical acclaim. Named “Chef of the Year” by both Phil Vettel of the Chicago Tribune and Eater Chicago in 2014, and again in 2015, Lee has helped elevate Boka to new heights. The restaurant offers contemporary American cuisine that highlights seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms. The sophisticated yet inviting ambiance sets the stage for an exceptional dining experience, with daily-changing tasting menus that showcase timeless and seasonal American flavors.

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Executive chef: Lee Wolen

  • Award icon
    MICHELIN 1 Star2024
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    MICHELIN 1 Star2022

From the OpenTable editors: Open since 2003, acclaimed chef Lee Wolen’s one MICHELIN-Starred restaurant continues to serve up some of the city’s best contemporary American fare—all in a glam, greenery-decked dining room. The approachable, refined menu celebrates seasonal ingredients with bold preparations and exceptional clarity—black-truffle roasted chicken and porcini ricotta gnudi are two standouts. Bonus points for a charming, tree-lined back patio.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Executive Chef Lee Wolen serves seasonal American cuisine in a warm & elegant fine dining atmosphere. Whatever your next occasion is, whether it be large, small, formal, or informal, BOKA can cater to all of your needs.
  • Private party contact
    our Event Sales Manager: (312) 337-6070
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Cross street
    Willow
  • Parking details
    Street parking available.
  • Public transit
    Red Line "El" stop at Clyborn & North Ave
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Friends & Family Dinner Series - Grant Achatz

    $150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 10, 2025 only
    6:00 PM
    We are thrilled to continue with the next in our Friends & Family Dinner Series with an unforgettable evening featuring Chef Grant Achatz on Tuesday, June 10th, at 6 PM. Chef Achatz, the culinary mind behind Alinea Restaurant and the Alinea Group, stands among the world’s most celebrated and influential chefs, renowned for his innovative, emotional, and modernist cuisine. He is recognized as the Best Chef in the United States by the James Beard Foundation and honored by Time Magazine as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World.⁠ This intimate, communal evening will feature a five-course, family-style dinner merging Chef Achatz’s boundary-pushing creativity with Boka’s signature contemporary American cuisine. Guests will also enjoy a welcome cocktail to kick off the evening. Due to the nature of this event, we are unable to accommodate allergies and most dietary restrictions. For inquiries, please email info@bokachicago.com. Tickets are $150 per person. Don't miss this special collaboration!
    Friends & Family Dinner Series - Grant Achatz Photo

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What 7,333 people are saying

Boka reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Contemporary American

  • Chicago

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Boka offers a "phenomenal dining experience" with inventive dishes and "flawless execution." Guests praise the "exceptional service" from knowledgeable staff, creating a "delightfully cozy and sophisticated" atmosphere. The tasting menus and unique flavor profiles are highlights, making it a "must-visit" for special occasions or a memorable night out in Chicago.

7,333 Reviews
  1. Claire

    Montana1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal tasting menu. Highly recommend the non-alcoholic drink pairing. Staff was very attentive and the food was beautiful, memorable and delicious.

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  2. Joojoo VIP

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience!! Best service ever. Recommended wine (pino noir) was also great

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  3. Amanda

    Chicago1 review

    1.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Shockingly poor service. Reservations at 815pm; didn’t leave until 1045pm. At 1015pm, I asked to pay for our drinks and oysters (the latter, as well as our table bread, didn’t come out until 930pm), and then our entrees suddenly appeared. Server was flippant, scarcely attentive, and showed zero concern for our wait (even after I asked to leave). First time ever I’ve left no tip at a fine dinning restaurant.

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  4. Kerry VIP

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a luxury experience and yet approachable! Love this place. Food is always outstanding!!

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  5. Steven VIP

    Kansas City35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience overall. Exceptional staff and great food.

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  6. Alessandro

    Atlanta3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, but not amazing as expected. We did not take any tasting menu. Service was ok.

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  7. Mark VIP

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    server didn’t check on us during the meal, didn’t ask us if we wanted another drink and we would have.

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  8. Ellen VIP

    Chicago50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love celebrating birthdays at Boka. Our favorite. Food delicious, so much attention, gluten free bread yummy and the birthday dessert was amazing!!
    BokaResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Ellen! It's wonderful to know that you've enjoyed your experience with us. We always strive to provide the best for our guests. Your kind words mean a lot. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable celebrations.

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  9. Bethany

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I ordered the eight course tasting menu. I added the non-alcoholic drink pairing while my husband added the standard wine pairing. I have a dairy allergy and they fully accommodated that with the tasting. Everything was delicious and presented beautifully. Diego and Ruben attentively served us with kindness, warmth, and descriptive explanations of menu items. They added a special dessert at the end in celebration of my husband's birthday. We received printed individual menus before we left to be able to recall everything we individually enjoyed. The additional staff we interacted with were equally lovely. 5 stars, highly recommend.
    BokaResponded 5 days ago
    Hello Bethany, Thank you for the wonderful review! I'm glad to hear that Diego and Ruben both took such excellent care of you, and that you enjoyed your tasting menus. Thank you for celebrating your Husband's Birthday with us this past weekend. We look forward to hosting you again in the future. Best, Ellery - General Manager

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  10. Bonnie

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Absolutely outstanding! Really enjoyed the entire experience. The only thing that could be impt9ved on was the temperature of the restaurant. It was very chilly. I had to keep my coat on and my son was tempted to wear his hat. Food quality, taste, service and everything else was fantastic! Looking forward to going back.
    BokaResponded 5 days ago
    Hey Bonnie, Thank you for your feedback. We're thrilled to hear that you had an outstanding experience at Boka. We appreciate your feedback regarding the temperature, it's something we'll certainly take into consideration. We're glad to know that you and your son enjoyed our food, service, and overall value. Can't wait to welcome you back! Best, The Boka Management Team

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FAQs

Boka is rated 4.8 stars by 7333 OpenTable diners.

Boka does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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  3. Chicago / Illinois
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  5. Lincoln Park

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 69 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Boka

1729 North Halsted, Chicago, IL 60614

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Cross street
    Willow
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking available.
  • Public transit
    Red Line "El" stop at Clyborn & North Ave
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Executive Chef Lee Wolen serves seasonal American cuisine in a warm & elegant fine dining atmosphere. Whatever your next occasion is, whether it be large, small, formal, or informal, BOKA can cater to all of your needs.
  • Private party contact
    our Event Sales Manager: (312) 337-6070
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