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Lirica, Chicago, IL

Lirica

4.4
4.4
613 Reviews
$30 and under
Unspecified
Named after the Spanish word for lyric, our restaurant Lirica provides a fresh take on Spanish-inspired cuisine and promises to serve up delicious delights for all tastes. Enjoy a modern open kitchen, expansive bar, and outdoor seating with sweeping views of Lake Michigan – book your table now.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Gold Coast / Streeterville
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 613 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

613 Reviews
  1. RubyP

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed Lírica! The service was great the food was delicious!

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  2. Helloisthisworking

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    excellent service by Roger and the manager whose name we didn’t catch. Friendly. Delicious dishes with generous portions

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  3. Michluvs2dine

    Chicago

    263 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    263 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed this restaurant because of the navy pier location it was a supermoon and we were able to enjoy that outdoors Specials were excellent I had fish tacos and my BF had pork chops Service was attentive and expert Nice wine list too

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  4. ChuckH

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful view, delicious small plates, friendly bartenders. What’s not to like?

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  5. Urbane

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice, eclectic venue. Very good service, nice and friendly and accommodating! The short rib burgers and nachos were great. The dates were outstanding!

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  6. MissLee

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice and relaxing and the dinner was delicious 😋

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Friendly staff, rapid service. We arrived before the hustle and bustle started, great way to start the evening.

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  8. Cardsharkdaddy

    Anchorage

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Nice place to eat before the fireworks on navy pier! Our service was excellent

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  9. Vince

    Chicago

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As in our previous visits to Lyrica, all was excellent. Greeting by our host, our table location, our waiter, delicious food. Thank you very much for all of your positive contribution to our dinner.

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  10. Go2aMuseum4ThaExperience

    Washington DC

    35 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    While I thought the food was decent, it was a bit overpriced for what it was. The drinks were small and full of ice for $15 a piece, but the appetizers/small plates were rich and filling. The entree we had (the NY strip) could have been skipped as it was not what we expected and we paid to much for what we got. It was good as a once dine, but only would return for an event.

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  11. Steven

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall4food2service4ambience3
    Nice location, the outdoor patio is near to the walkway but still nice. The staff were generally polite but not very personable. There were two of us in the party and both meals were on the bland side without much flavor. The brussel sprouts side dish was very good but the main courses were lacking. Considering the value and location, I would recommend dining here however the food may not be very exciting.

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  12. Dr520

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Fantastic service, the food was good, and the drinks were excellent

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  13. DavidM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall4food2service5ambience5
    IMHO not a real "Spanish" restaurant. The fried chicken was very good. The Paella was VERY bad. (VERY). Drinks were very good. Great service. Great atmosphere/ ambiance.

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  14. MelL

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    We enjoyed the food & drinks. However, a party of 14 needs more than one server.

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  15. CherylS

    Oklahoma City

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had the Chilean Seabass and it was delicious. It’s always a delight to sit outside at navy pier and watch the boats go by and eat a delicious meal. Service was excellent!!

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  16. Blessed35

    Raleigh

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    What a great find! We happened to be staying at the Sable Navy Pier and decided to have dinner here. We were very happy that we did. It was incredibly delicious and the service was fantastic. They were accommodating and friendly. We highly recommend Lyrica for it’s Spanish cuisine and friendly service!

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Our first time to Navy Pier. We sat on the patio and were able to see the 10pm fireworks. We had a 9:45 reservation, got the apps before the fireworks and the entrees after the show. Great timing. The trees were blocking the view a little so some of our party walked a few feet away to see the full 10 minute show. Our service was great!! They did last call around 10:30pm. All good reports here. Food highlights -Larica Salad w salmon, wings!!

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  18. LauraL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was excellent. I loved the view of the lake, we would come back

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  19. FrankC

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lirica is my favorite restaurant in Chicago, period! Out with a couple of friends from overseas, who have dined around the world. They even commented the city and lake views from Lirica’s patio at dusk was heart melting and the food and service were phenomenal. The manager on duty Amil surprised us with flutes of champagne and a summer special Ceviche upon learning we were here on occasion. Friends couldn’t say enough good things about the Ceviche as it was very summer vibe, perfect with their cocktail pairings on a breezy Navy Pier night! Server Breanne was very knowledgeable of the menu and drinks, and food was quick. Overall very pleasant experience and I’d recommend Lirica to anyone who’s looking for a special night with gorgeous views and excellent food! Summer dinner by the lake is just something next level! Thank you to all the managers and staff who made my friends remember Chicago on such a high note!!

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  20. Vince

    Chicago

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The entire team was very accommodating, the table location was excellent as one our party because of a bad back needed a certain chair. The food and drinks were all good. Thank you for helping make our dinner so pleasant.

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  21. JesseM

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ate outside with the family on a beautiful night. Empanadas were the best part of a very good meal. Service was top notch. Kids (9 and 13) enjoyed it too.

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  22. shrecchi

    New York Area

    135 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    135 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    We sat outdoor for fireworks. Food was okay.. view & service was wonderful!!

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  23. TamaraM

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was absolutely amazing! Spanish fried chicken was scrumptious along with the drinks - I had the skyline sour.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience4
    Food was average everything is fried. Drinks okay. Views amazing.

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  25. Cheez

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Just got nachos and a drink. My wife got the wrong drink and only the top 12-14 chips on top had cheese, guacamole, etc and the rest of the chips underneath were just plain chips. Nice atmosphere outside

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    15 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on June 15, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    The menu is very limited. The environment is lacking in warmth. Service was just so-so. I would not return. Nothing special.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Great ambiance service was good but a little slow, food was not bad, noise wasn’t bad we could hear ourselves talk.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    overall2food4service2ambience1
    Made a resv. 3 weeks in advance and when we got there we were very much treated by the hostess like an inconvenience and after thought. Very noisy environment and booth was dirty from previous customers. Waitress forgot us more than once. Will not go back which is unfortunate because we pd. $1600 to stay at the Sable Hotel and Lirica is attached to the hotel

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  29. foodie

    Detroit

    202 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    202 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Limited menu but every item on it is flavorful and truly outstanding. Well priced and enough choices to satisfy vegetarians and carnivores. Great restaurants in hotels that are reasonably priced, is a rarity. This one is a real keeper.

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  30. KirstenD

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious eats with a great view! Looking forward to bringing my family back here.

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  31. BillC

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We shared the tortilla chips appetizer, salsa and guacamole dips were both good. Afterwards we had the paella which was also about as good as any that I have had before. This is a great Chicago restaurant.

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  32. EclecticTastes

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience4
    The paella was disappointing - could not taste any safron, the seafood seemed dry (perhaps cooked from frozen). The beet salad with grilled chicken is recommended. The lirica salad with salmon is nothing special - okay. We ordered red sangria, and were disappointed to learn we could not have that. The brussel sprouts with sweet chili was overcooked - basically browned and dry. The chips and salsa was perfect, though we noticed the nacho serving was huge, far more food than one would want as an appetizer (but maybe double order). The service was generally attentive. We came earlier than our reservation, and asked for a table on the patio to watch the flamenco. We had drinks and appetizers there. And then we were able to move indoors for the main course. They were able to accommodate this request. The location at the end of Navy Pier would seem like a good lake view, but giant cruise ships block the view.

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  33. GrouponPro

    Chicago

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Unique and delicious Spanish and Latin flavors . Loved everything from Latin spice wings , beef empanadas, salad and desserts .

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  34. VictorM

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    As a local I will not go back, I think is intended for tourists since is a great location. Menu don’t have many options, food was not great. Drinks ok but not great, service was slow even if restaurant was not busy.

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  35. TristaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very beautiful place, our server was amazing. Not to mention the food was great, would come again!

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  36. RaulA

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a pleasant surprise. The pictures don’t do it justice. I thought it was going to be more fast food style based on the pictures but it’s actually really nice. Service was great, attentive and courteous. Drinks were weak but good. I had the halibut which was delicious. Small portion but worth it. My wife had the rib tip burger, incredible. We are going back because I want to try that burger.

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  37. Farlam

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience2
    Very casual place, if you sit outside, view would be good. Food for the price was very mediocre. Didn’t even have much choices in the menu

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  38. NomR

    Indiana

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    Steak was burnt, average tasting food for the price. Great staff/service.

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  39. rorys

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    Absolutely terrible -- food was not edible. Took the kitchen 1.5 hours to prepare kids mac n' cheese, and all food was not edible. There has to be something wrong with the kitchen. Great location and could be a fun restaurant, but the food is absolutely horrible. Our waitress informed us the mac n' cheese was running behind schedule because they needed to make fresh noodles (after we waited for 30-45 minutes). Then she came back to tell us they were out of noodles and we needed to order something else. And then finally she came back and told us they had noodles. They had boxed noodles (fine except for part of the delay was allegedly making fresh noodles) and made some repulsive mac n' cheese that was not at all edible. Chicken Panes was terrible - smelled awful and not edible.

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  40. KateS

    Milwaukee

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and great service!! The ice cream sundae with the churros is so yummy!!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Lirica is rated 4.4 stars by 613 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Lirica

900 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Gold Coast / Streeterville
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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