The Brasserie - Waldorf Astoria

Name: The Brasserie - Waldorf Astoria
Address: 11 E Walton St, Chicago, IL, United States, 60611
Telephone: (312) 646-1402
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

296 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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Offering traditional American brasserie fare, The Brasserie offers a tip of its hat to Chicago with the warmth, hospitality and dining sensibilities synonymous with the Midwest.

Located on the third floor of the Waldorf Astoria Chicago, The Brasserie is a destination for lively drinks and convivial dining.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 20, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
American, Wine Bar, Breakfast
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 10:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 646-1402
Website
https://www.waldorfastoriachicagohotel.com/dining
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Located on the third floor of the Waldorf Astoria Chicago next to The Brasserie's dining room, the Private Dining Room can accommodate up to 40 for a seated dinner and up to 60 for a standing reception. Please reach out to Monica.Del-Llano@waldorfastoria.com for more information.
Private party contact
Daniel Padberg: (855) 408-4971

Location
11 E Walton St Chicago, IL 60611
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Cross street
E Walton between N State and N Rush
Parking details
Valet parking is available through the Waldorf Astoria for $18 for up to three hours. Meter Parking is also available on Walton Street and around the neighborhood.
Public transit
The Chicago Red Line State Street Stop is a five minute walk (North on State St.) to the restaurant.
Entertainment
During Sunday Brunch enjoy live music.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Featured in

Popular dishes

Onion Soup Gratinee$18.00
Beef broth, gruyere, croutons
Butter Lettuce Salad$16.00
Acadia mix, radish, green goddess
Steak Tartare*$22.00
Cured egg yolk shavings, potato chips, pickled seasonal vegetables
Grilled Octopus$25.00
Kalamata olives, piment d'espelette
Cheese & Cured Meats$25.00
Farmstead local cheese, jam, crostini

Main

Waldorf Astoria Hamburger*$21.00
Bibb lettuce, tomato jam, duck fat fries
Wood Oven Roasted Chicken$39.00
Pomme pureé, brussels sprouts, roasted chicken jus
Steak Frites*$57.00
Mâitre d'hotel butter, red wine jus
Wild Caught Striped Bass$44.00
Baby kale, pommes pureé, spring onion soubise

Sides

Brussels Sprouts$14.00
Asparagus$14.00
Garlic Duck Fat Fries$11.00
Pomme Pureé$11.00

Wine by the Glass

Champagne & Sparkling

G.H. Mumm 'Grand Cordon' Champagne, France, NV$22.00
Piper-Heidsieck, Champagne, France, NV$25.00
Veuve Clicquot 'Yellow Label' Champagne, France, NV$28.00
Moët & Chandon Brut Rosé, Champagne, France, NV$35.00
Gerard Bertrand Crémant de Limoux Languedoc-Roussillon, France, NV$14.00

White

Domaine Vocoret Chablis, Burgundy, France 2019$20.00
Stag's Leaf 'Aveta' Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, California 2019$19.00
Fleuriet, Sancerre, Loire Valley, France 2019$18.00
Sanford Chardonnay, Sta. Rita. Hills, California 2019$20.00
Domaine Ehrhart 'Herrenweg', Riesling, Alsace, France 2012$12.00
The Eyrie Vineyards, Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, Oregon 2019$15.00
Bodega Garzón Single Vineyard, Albariño, Maldonado, Uruguay 2020$19.00

Red

Domaine Blain Soeur & Frere, Gamay, Brouilly Beaujolais, France 2019$18.00
Argiano, Rosso di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy 2019$16.00
Bouchaine Vineyards, Pinot Noir, Napa-Carneros, California 2017$16.00
Keenan, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California 2017$25.00
Château de Parenchère Rouge, Bordeaux Supérieur, France 2017$22.00
Siduri, Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara, California 2018$18.00
Ratti Ochetti Langhe, Nebbiolo, La Morra, Italy 2018$19.00

Rosé

Chateau d'Esclans 'Whispering Angel' Rosé, Provence, France 2020$16.00
Gerard Bertrand, Gris Blanc Rosé, Languedoc-Roussillon, France 2020$14.00

Libations

Signatures

Cooler by the Lake$17.00
Ketel one orange blossom, cherry ginger, egg white, Indian tonic
Stepper's Revenge$19.00
H by hine, grand marnier, liquor 43, pineapple, tarragon, lemon
General Lunaris$18.00
Duck fat infused bourbon, pineau de charentes, triple berry simple
Up In Smoke$16.00
Mezcal, roasted red pepper, lime, agave
Sweet Child O Mine$19.00
Casamigos blanco, mezcal, pamplemousse rose, elderfower, hellfire bitter
Espresso Martini$18.00
Grey goose, espresso, kahlua, espresso bean
Pretty in Pink$19.00
Casamigos blanco, Orange Curacao, lime, hibiscus
Good Humor$16.00
Shortbread titos, strawberry, lemon, cream

Classics with a Twist

I 57$15.00
Empress gin, lemon, lavender
Waldorf Collins$15.00
Lemon titos, velvet falernum, lime, soda
Negroni$18.00
Strawberry infused gin & campari, carpano antica, chocolate

Non Alcholic

Spiced Mule$14.00
Seedlip spice 94, ginger, lime
Eastside$14.00
Seedlip garden 108, lime, cucumber

What 296 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

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KimP
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I perfected spot to catch up with an old friend. Food was delicious and service attentive yet discreet.
DA
DAVIDF
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Oysters and Cocktail then Waldorf Club with Duck Fat Fries and a crisp Rosé Allen served with exceptional service. Will definitely return
BW
BeverlyW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
It's always a pleasurable dining experience! I will continue inviting friends to join me for brunch or drinks.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food5service3ambience5
The place is beautiful and we were given a table in the far end room by the windows where it was quiet and we had a nice view. The food was tasty and the presentation was nice but I expected more because of the whole aura of pretentiousness and high prices. The place was a strange mix between luscious, luxury decor and people walking around in flip flops and torn jean shorts! The server was matching the place perfectly by being pretentious (he literally rolled his eyes at me once) and at the same time had no idea about etiquette! He was leaning up the back of the chair talking with my daughter about an order for couple of minutes before he realized my friend has been patiently standing and waiting to sit on that same chair! Overall 3 stars experience, 4 for the ambience and comfort!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely perfect, as usual.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
James was excellent! Will gladly be coming back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was an amazing experience! We were welcomed with open arms and to be quite honest, I was a bit overwhelmed by just how fancy the restaurant looked! My friend and I were a bit underdressed but nonetheless, amazing experience! James, our waiter was absolutely amazing as well! He helped me out with selecting a wine that I very much enjoyed! The food !! The FOOD !! Simply amazing !! Just this whole experience was over the top! I highly recommend coming here! And of course, I will be back to dine here! 💗
JJ
JJgourmet
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
The dining experience at the Brasserie was enjoyable and delicious experience. The service was excellent and the service was very good.
K
Kevin
Birmingham
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Brasserie brunch was deceptively cheap for what it provides! The meal was absolutely delicious, the service was top notch, and the ambiance was very nice. All of the food was delivered quickly and exceeded our expectations, but the croissant benedict, french toast, and duck fat fries were especially incredubld! We will definitely visit again!
GR
GwynR
Chicago
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience5
Way over priced for breakfast. Pancakes were raw in the middle so they re made them which was ok but still disappointing. The next morning I tried French toast and for one piece of bread and coffee and juice was $40.00
DG
DavidG
Denver
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of our neighborhood favorites! Small but crafted menu with a great cocktail and wine selection!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was amazing! Server know is food and drinks. Food was delicious
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall1food3service1ambience4
Service was very poor for a expected luxury place like this hotel is. Food was just average and they took more than 25min to bring it to the table.
DA
DAVIDF
Chicago
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Graciously and attentive staff from hostess and waiter. Perfect Martini paired with east coast oysters and the Waldorf Omelette with a glass of Rosé.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Detroit
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thanks to the entire Waldorf team who made me feel safe to eat in doors. They wore masks to give me an increased comfort level. Also, James is an awesome server. The food is alway great!
FS
FredS
Tampa
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just wonderful!
M
Mayfairdr
New York Area
20 reviews
vip
3.0
20 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall3food1service5ambience5
Nice Sunday afternoon with live music but only until 2 pm, the. Music ended and only very limited bar menu. Drinks like the Up in Smoke and the Bloody Maria were exceptional. Started with some duck fat fries which in the past were delicious but these were small bits and pieces and pooled with oil. As we tried to order more food we were informed the menu was no longer available . Would have liked to linger longer but music and menu need to be extended past 2 pm on a Sunday.
l
lukaszs
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was to die for and Alex, our waiter was fantastic.
JC
JoyceC
Chicago
21 reviews
vip
2.0
21 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall2food1service2ambience1
The selection of food for dinner on Easter was not great. We called ahead to get a vegetarian selection which we received but the service was very slow and only one special of the day.
RE
ReneeE
Chicago
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Went for Easter dinner with my parents. Service was a bit sloppy compared to previous visits. Water spilled on the table and no regard to wipe it up. Had hoped to show my parents a special time. Overall it was mediocre compared to previous visits.
SS
ShawnScott
Cincinnati
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love Sundays with live music and all you can drink rosé.. Floyd takes great care of me.
AB
ABfromCincy
Cincinnati
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful Easter Brunch. Great food and music. The wait staff did an excellent job noting how busy they were.
MS
MattS
San Francisco
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall4food5service1ambience4
We were in town for Easter and we’re here for brunch. The table and seating area were lovely. We were all very happy with our food selections. The only real issue was the service. It took a long time to get our drinks and then our server never returned to check on us once. We had to grab someone to get more coffee and water. Then we had the same experience when we were waiting for our check- it took almost a half an hour. It was unfortunate.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Detroit
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
The one server we had was weird, but I dipped my steak in blood and butter and wine.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience3
The service is good, but the menu is kind of simple and plain. Needs to investigate more about dishes before going there.
M
Marce
Mexico City
21 reviews
vip
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Everyday breakfast to try something new, great service and excellent food
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience5
Burgers were too charcoal tasting. Had well done and medium cooked. Menu slimmed down to four entrees and one of the four tasted so bad I couldn’t even finish it. The charcoal taste was too overpowering and the flavor lingered in my mouth. I felt bad because I added cheese and bacon and I still couldn’t taste the burger flavor just charcoal. We also got the charcuterie board and it seemed smaller than the last time we got it…less crackers provided, less cheese and meat. The duck fat fries were better than ever though, really soaked in the duck fat…it was to die for. The chocolate pear was good as well…the pear didn’t go as well with it as I’d hope so I ate the pear separately.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Live this place great service great cocktails good food
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good to stop in for a nice lunch/dinner
M
Mell
Chicago
50 reviews
vip
2.0
50 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall2food4service2ambience3
Food very good, service not good, very non attentive. Wld certainly expect more fr the Waldorf Astoria. Prices to be expected. Maybe management should re-train the Brasserie staff or take a leaf from the valets, they were top notch. I'm a local so not my first rodeo as one says. Would I recommend for my out of town friends, absolutely not.
CH
CynthiaH
Phoenix
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
My first time and it was a great experience. Seating took awhile (we had reservations) but once at a table it was smooth sailing. Server, sommelier were personable and knowledgeable. Party of 4, we had 3 steak frites which really were more like a baseball steaks, wonderful flavor and cooked to perfection. Would rank it among the steaks at Chicago Cut and Steak 48. The 1 seabass ordered was extremely flavorful. Limited menu and the prices were a bit high - attached to Waldorf so assuming these were hotel prices. Otherwise a fun experience and we will be back.
S
Steve4031
Kansas City
98 reviews
vip
4.0
98 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience5
The hostess was out standing. The food was delicious. The waiter service was poor. Water with no ice is not acceptable at a restaurant charging these prices. The waiter did not know how to pace the presentation of food. Brought oatmeal and omelette at the same time. This is not acceptable at this price point.
j
jknott
Chicago
72 reviews
vip
4.0
72 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
We had a wonderful brunch to celebrate my mother-in-law’s heavenly 105th birthday at The Brasserie. Our waiter, Scott, was great. Restaurant manager, Tom, was so friendly and welcoming. He even surprised us with a surprise chocolate cake with a candle. Everyone enjoyed what they ate. The breakfast pastries were also delicious. Can’t wait to go back for dinner.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best brunch in the city
IL
IrinaL
Chicago
7 reviews
1.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 30, 2022
overall1food1service3ambience5
Very very disappointed. Food and drinks and even wine were very mediocre but extremely overpriced. I hate paying for something which is not worth it. And that’s exactly what happened. Don’t waste your time and money.
TT
TaritaT
Chicago
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Always a great experience at the Brasserie. Wish they had live music on Saturday as well!
A
Anhelfish
Chicago
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience5
I participated in Restaurant Week. My meal was the standard $55 and although the onion soup and creme brulee were great, the entre was disappointing. I ordered duck confit on a bed of beans. The duck was fine, but the beans, supposedly with cranberries, was like eating a can of pork and beans. Mashed potatoes would have been a better choice. I expected the beans to be fancier than they were and came away feeling that I had overpaid for my meal. The service was great and I was seated in a good location in the restaurant. I felt well looked after, but the actual dinner was underwhelming.
c
chifoodie
Chicago
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
OMG BEST BURGER AND FRIES EVER!!! The tarragon! The Cassoulet was also very good, as were the cocktails. The menu is limited—it’s a brasserie, after all— but everything was superbly prepared.
d
docvit
San Diego
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. GOod for business meetings or casual dining
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was beautiful just beautiful the host was so nice the waiter was the best this place is upscale an amazing

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

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The Brasserie - Waldorf Astoria is rated 4.6 stars by 296 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 20, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Google Map for The Brasserie - Waldorf Astoria

11 E Walton St Chicago, IL 60611

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
E Walton between N State and N Rush
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 10:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Wine Bar, Breakfast
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet parking is available through the Waldorf Astoria for $18 for up to three hours. Meter Parking is also available on Walton Street and around the neighborhood.
Public transit
The Chicago Red Line State Street Stop is a five minute walk (North on State St.) to the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Entertainment
During Sunday Brunch enjoy live music.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.waldorfastoriachicagohotel.com/dining
Phone number
(312) 646-1402
Private party facilities
Located on the third floor of the Waldorf Astoria Chicago next to The Brasserie's dining room, the Private Dining Room can accommodate up to 40 for a seated dinner and up to 60 for a standing reception. Please reach out to Monica.Del-Llano@waldorfastoria.com for more information.
Private party contact
Daniel Padberg: (855) 408-4971

The Brasserie - Waldorf Astoria

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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Onion Soup

Shellfish

Oysters*

Shellfish Platter*$62.00

Starters

Onion Soup Gratinee$18.00

Butter Lettuce Salad$16.00

Steak Tartare*$22.00

Grilled Octopus$25.00

Cheese & Cured Meats$25.00

Main

Waldorf Astoria Hamburger*$21.00

Wood Oven Roasted Chicken$39.00

Steak Frites*$57.00

Wild Caught Striped Bass$44.00

Sides

Brussels Sprouts$14.00

Asparagus$14.00

Garlic Duck Fat Fries$11.00

Pomme Pureé$11.00

Wine by the Glass

Champagne & Sparkling

G.H. Mumm 'Grand Cordon' Champagne, France, NV$22.00

Piper-Heidsieck, Champagne, France, NV$25.00

Veuve Clicquot 'Yellow Label' Champagne, France, NV$28.00

Moët & Chandon Brut Rosé, Champagne, France, NV$35.00

Gerard Bertrand Crémant de Limoux Languedoc-Roussillon, France, NV$14.00

White

Domaine Vocoret Chablis, Burgundy, France 2019$20.00

Stag's Leaf 'Aveta' Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, California 2019$19.00

Fleuriet, Sancerre, Loire Valley, France 2019$18.00

Sanford Chardonnay, Sta. Rita. Hills, California 2019$20.00

Domaine Ehrhart 'Herrenweg', Riesling, Alsace, France 2012$12.00

The Eyrie Vineyards, Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, Oregon 2019$15.00

Bodega Garzón Single Vineyard, Albariño, Maldonado, Uruguay 2020$19.00

Red

Domaine Blain Soeur & Frere, Gamay, Brouilly Beaujolais, France 2019$18.00

Argiano, Rosso di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy 2019$16.00

Bouchaine Vineyards, Pinot Noir, Napa-Carneros, California 2017$16.00

Keenan, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California 2017$25.00

Château de Parenchère Rouge, Bordeaux Supérieur, France 2017$22.00

Siduri, Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara, California 2018$18.00

Ratti Ochetti Langhe, Nebbiolo, La Morra, Italy 2018$19.00

Rosé

Chateau d'Esclans 'Whispering Angel' Rosé, Provence, France 2020$16.00

Gerard Bertrand, Gris Blanc Rosé, Languedoc-Roussillon, France 2020$14.00

Libations

Signatures

Cooler by the Lake$17.00

Stepper's Revenge$19.00

General Lunaris$18.00

Up In Smoke$16.00

Sweet Child O Mine$19.00

Espresso Martini$18.00

Pretty in Pink$19.00

Good Humor$16.00

Classics with a Twist

I 57$15.00

Waldorf Collins$15.00

Negroni$18.00

Non Alcholic

Spiced Mule$14.00

Eastside$14.00

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