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Nix / Martini Bar - Knickerbocker Hotel

3.7 (14)
$30 and under
International
163 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL 60611

About this restaurant

  • Lively
A downtown Chicago restaurant that offers sumptuous American cuisine featuring small bites and large plate menus. Located near the Magnificent Mile, the bistro setting of the seating area belies the superb fare on offer, which incorporates a vast range of tastes to suit every palate.
Elegant yet simple dishes are presented for breakfast and lunch, such as soups, salads, pastas and sandwiches. Seasonal menus are offered featuring fresh and local ingredients.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, Dining Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Nix Breakfast: Daily: 6:30am - 11:00am; Lunch: Daily: 11:00am - 2:00pm Martini Bar Lunch And Dinner 11:00am -10:30pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Cliff Ostrowski
  • Neighborhood
    Streeterville
  • Cross street
    Michigan Avenue
  • Parking details
    Valet parking available
  • Public transit
    Busline 151, 147, 146. Walking distance to Chicago Red Line Stop.
  • Entertainment
    Jazz Pianist plays Friday through Saturday from 5:00pm- 8:00pm.Jazz Trio plays Friday Nights 9:00pm-12:00pmFlamenco Guitarist play Thursday from 6-9pmPlease call ahead schedules vary based on seasons
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 14 people are saying

Nix / Martini Bar - Knickerbocker Hotel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

3.7
3.7 based on all time ratings
  • 3.5Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 3.6Ambience
  • 0.7Value

NoiseModerate

14 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 26, 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner as well as the view was mazing !

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on November 29, 2016

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The waiter had very little knowledge of the menu and it was very challenging to get him to accommodate my child who was dining with us. Additionally, the duck dumplings were served very cold (almost frozen ) and were inedible. I do not recommend eating here.

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  3. Frequentdiner VIP

    Chicago / Illinois47 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on September 15, 2013

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    There is little about this place worth talking about. If you stay at the Knickerbocker as we did and its raining out like it did for us then ok go for breakfast. If you can go out then do yourself a favor and do it.

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  4. DINER

    Chicago / Illinois15 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on September 8, 2013

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nix has outstanding service. Our group meets there once a month. The waiters are welcoming and efficient. They remember our favorites. The menu changes often so there frequently is something new to try. The plates are attractively arranged. The food is good. The price is moderate. The small room at the rear of the restaurant is excellent for a group. New décor makes the restaurant cheery and clean looking.

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  5. Lkc1

    Chicago / Illinois45 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on August 7, 2013

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    could use a better dessert selection: frosting on cupcakes was too sweet

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  6. eric

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2013

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    In the historic Knickerbocker hotel, Nix had excellent service, a nice menu with a good balance of new twists on satisfying classics. They serve a proper (gin) martini in a relaxing setting with great people watching. Would definitely go back.

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  7. DINER

    Chicago / Illinois15 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 12, 2013

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    VERY FRIENDLY SERVICE, NICE AMBIANCE, BELOW AVERAGE FOOD.

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  8. waldmka

    Key West / Florida Keys192 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 14, 2013

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    My steak was too small and not that great for the price charged. My friends salmon wasn't even cooked. When it was cooked properly it was perfect, but I was done with my dinner. Wouldn't go back again. All employees were very courteous and friendly though.

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  9. Ads3 VIP

    Chicago / Illinois23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 3, 2013

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first trip to the Nix Restaurant, and the food was great. Perfect comfort food for a cold Chicago night. The service was very attentive as well. Very nice place, we will dine there in the future.

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  10. Eric VIP

    Indiana13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2013

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My fiance and I couldn't believe this place wasn't packed!!! The staff and food was amazing!!! This is the type of place we have to visit each time we're in town! The atmosphere was just what we needed and the service was phenomenal. We ate dinner and breakfast and every meal was memorable. Just go! It's worth it.

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FAQs

Nix / Martini Bar - Knickerbocker Hotel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 867-7575.

Nix / Martini Bar - Knickerbocker Hotel is rated 3.7 stars by 14 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Chicago
  5. Streeterville

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Google Map for Nix / Martini Bar - Knickerbocker Hotel

163 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL 60611

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Michigan Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Streeterville
  • Hours of operation
    Nix Breakfast: Daily: 6:30am - 11:00am; Lunch: Daily: 11:00am - 2:00pm Martini Bar Lunch And Dinner 11:00am -10:30pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, Dining Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking available
  • Public transit
    Busline 151, 147, 146. Walking distance to Chicago Red Line Stop.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Cliff Ostrowski
  • Entertainment
    Jazz Pianist plays Friday through Saturday from 5:00pm- 8:00pm.Jazz Trio plays Friday Nights 9:00pm-12:00pmFlamenco Guitarist play Thursday from 6-9pmPlease call ahead schedules vary based on seasons
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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