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Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago, Chicago, IL

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago

4.7 (9389)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
318 North State St, Marina City, Chicago, IL 60654

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 103 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
Riverfront dining in the heart of the Windy City. Join us for a magnificent meal on the water and let the good times flow. Ideal for gatherings of all sizes with easy access to parking, major hotels, and convention centers.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    John Schneider
  • Catering
    We have 8 different private dining rooms that will accommodate parties of 7 to 300 guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy our dry aged USDA Prime Steaks that are hand cut on premises. We serve great seafood, an award winning wine selection. For meetings, holiday parties, wedding receptions and more, our luxurious rooms can accommodate events large and small and everything in between. Buyouts for up to 700.
  • Private party contact
    Denise Malloy: (312) 670-9587
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross street
    North Bank of Chicago River
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is offered directly in front of our entrance.
  • Public transit
    State/Lake, Grand
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 9,389 people are saying

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse in Chicago offers "top quality food" and "beautiful setting" right by the Riverwalk, making it an ideal spot for special occasions. Guests praise the "fantastic food, service, and ambiance," with highlights on "amazing steaks" and "spectacular views." The attentive staff ensures a memorable dining experience.
9,389 Reviews
  1. John VIP

    Chicago / Illinois12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great meal! We dined on the Riverwalk on a gorgeous evening with spectacular views. Food and drinks were great. Staff was friendly and professional. We will be back!
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded today
    Hey John, Thanks for dining with us on the Riverwalk and for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and our drinks. Your kind words about our staff and the view are greatly appreciated. We're looking forward to your next visit!

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  2. Kelvin

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    While celebrating my girlfriend's birthday, we were both excited to be sitting viewing the riverwalk while dining, everything was great. The stakes came out excellent. The drinks were magnificent. Vio aviance was excellent. I would highly recommended.
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded today
    Hello Kelvin, Thank you for choosing Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago to celebrate such a special occasion! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your view of the riverwalk, our steaks, drinks, and ambiance. It's always our goal to provide excellent food, service, and value. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  3. gary VIP

    Chicago / Illinois9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    WOW!! My wife and I had one of the most memorable lunches we have had in a long time. Everything at S&W was superb. Great location, we sat out on the veranda overlooking the river. Great menu, there are choices for everyone's tastes with both wet and dry aged beef. Great quality, my wife's lobster roll rivaled those we had last fall in Maine. My oysters tasted fresh like the ocean and filet was perfection. Wine list, whatever you like you're covered. Dessert, coconut cake light and delicious. Finally service, Michelle, our waitress, was most excellent, professional and nicely personable. The kind you can't find everywhere. She made our lunch perfect. Can't wait to go back.
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, Gary! We're thrilled to hear that you and your wife had a memorable lunch at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago. It's wonderful to know that our selection of dishes catered to everyone's tastes and that you enjoyed the quality of our beef, including our dry-aged filet. We're also glad that you appreciated our location and our wine and dessert list. Your kind words about our service are greatly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience.

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  4. Devina

    Chicago / Illinois4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    No I will not I don’t feel like it . I don’t feel like it just didn’t like it didn’t feel comfortable
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded today
    Hello Devina, We're truly sorry to hear that your experience at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide a warm and inviting atmosphere, excellent food, and exceptional service, and we're disappointed that we fell short during your visit. We truly appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration as we continuously work to improve our guests' experiences.

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  5. Michael

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have had countless amazing experiences at S&W. But this time the Porterhouse wasn't up to their normal quality. Everything else was typical first rate. I would absolutely choose S&W. Even the greats miss a pitch every once in a while.
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded today
    Hey Michael, Thank you for your continued support and for taking the time to share your feedback. We're thrilled to hear that you've had countless amazing experiences at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago. However, we're truly sorry to hear that this time around, our Porterhouse didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our quality and it's disappointing to hear that we fell short. We appreciate your comments and will certainly take them into consideration as we continuously strive to improve our food and service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  6. Diane VIP

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    1.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    We were very disappointed. We had a large group and were put in their back room no view of the water. For the prices we expected much more. It was so loud in the room we couldn’t hear each other.
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, Diane. We're sorry to hear that your experience at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago didn't meet your expectations. We understand your disappointment regarding the view and the noise level. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable environment for all our guests, and we regret that we fell short this time. Your comments will be taken into consideration as we continuously work to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide you with the high-quality dining experience we're known for.

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  7. Symmone’

    Orlando / Central Florida East8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time in Chicago and this restaurant was amazing. David, our server, was exceptionally. He offered recommendations and amazing service. The view and food were incredible! We will definitely be back when we come back to Chicago!
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded today
    Hi Symmone', We're over the moon to hear about your amazing first visit to Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our food, view, and service. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We're thrilled that you'll be coming back when you're back in Chicago. Look forward to welcoming you back!

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  8. Chris VIP

    Chicago / Illinois122 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing lake view service. Food was amazing and extremely flavorful. Worth the trip on a very nice evening
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded today
    Hey Chris, Thank you so much for your kind words and the perfect rating! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the lake view service and found our food to be amazing and incredibly flavorful. We always strive to provide an experience that's worth the trip, and we're glad to know we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back to Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago soon!

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  9. Vincent

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They went above and beyond to make our wedding day special and memorable.
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Vincent! We're overjoyed to hear that you chose Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago to make your wedding day special and memorable. It's wonderful to know that our team went above and beyond to ensure your experience was memorable. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more special occasions in the future!

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  10. Robert VIP

    Virginia45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A truly classy experience. If you’re looking for top-notch food, drinks, and service this is the place to go.
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded today
    Thanks for the review, Robert! We're thrilled to hear that you had a classy experience at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago. It's wonderful to know that you found our food, drinks, and service to your liking. We strive to provide top-notch food, drinks, and service to all our guests. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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FAQs

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 670-9900.

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago is rated 4.7 stars by 9389 OpenTable diners.

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago 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. River North (Chicago)

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 103 times today
Google Map for Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago

318 North State St, Marina City, Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

  • Cross street
    North Bank of Chicago River
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is offered directly in front of our entrance.
  • Public transit
    State/Lake, Grand
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    John Schneider
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We have 8 different private dining rooms that will accommodate parties of 7 to 300 guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy our dry aged USDA Prime Steaks that are hand cut on premises. We serve great seafood, an award winning wine selection. For meetings, holiday parties, wedding receptions and more, our luxurious rooms can accommodate events large and small and everything in between. Buyouts for up to 700.
  • Private party contact
    Denise Malloy: (312) 670-9587
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