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Dining room at The Gage - The Gage, Chicago, IL
Award-winning

The Gage

4.7 (12324)
$30 and under
American
24 South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 145 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Charming
The Gage has become a perennial favorite of locals and visitors alike for over ten years by effortlessly blending European influence with American style. The restaurant serves refined, rustic cuisine, innovative libations and an award-winning wine list all in a lively, convivial setting. Known as a “must visit” among Chicago’s dining scene, The Gage continues to evolve by serving well-rounded food and beverage menus that feature classic dishes and drinks with contemporary twists rooted in tradition.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Dinner Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Francisco Narez
  • Private party facilities
    The Gage's menu "covers every craving". Ideal for private parties, rehearsal dinners and corporate meetings, The Gage's event space options include semi-private and private dining rooms offering the vibe of a busy establishment or complete privacy.
  • Private party contact
    Events Manager: (312) 372-4001
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross street
    Between Madison St. and Monroe St. across from Millenium Park.
  • Parking details
    The nearest self-park garage is the Grant Park North Garage. Enter from Michigan between Randolph and Monroe Streets. Exit at the far southwest of the garage (the green section); the exit is steps from our front door. We offer a discounted parking rate for the Grant Park North Garage. Every day, enjoy a $13 rate for parking for up to 12 hours. Please see our host stand for parking discount vouchers.
  • Public transit
    The CTA "EL" stop at Madison Street and Wabash Street for Brown, Purple, Green, Orange and Pink Lines is less than two blocks from The Gage. CTA bus lines 3, 4, X4, 14, 26, 127, 145, 147, 148, and 151 all stop within a block of The Gage.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 12,324 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Gage is a vibrant downtown Chicago spot known for its "outstanding service" and "sophisticated yet welcoming" ambiance. Guests rave about the "delicious" fish and chips, scallops, and diverse menu. Perfect for pre-theater dining or a special occasion, it's praised for its "exceptional" cocktails and "friendly" staff.
12,325 Reviews
  1. Martine

    Montreal / Quebec1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Un souper parfait! Ambiance feutrée, service attentionnée, nourriture excellente ainsi que les cocktails. A recommander sans hésitation

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  2. Howard VIP

    Chicago / Illinois81 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about our visit was superb. The servings were generous; the mocktails imaginative and interesting. Most importantly, the pacing of our meal was excellent. Our server, Alix, was friendly and really listened to our needs. We were with friends we had not seen for decades and she really let us talk and catch up. No pressure. The booth we sat in was quiet. Great job!

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  3. Leslie VIP

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place and we would recommend others to dine here.

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  4. Daley

    Chicago / Illinois6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time I ever had a crème brûlée without a garnish, so that was underwhelming. The pasta was excellent, lamb could have been spicier, cheese board was worth it. The fried pickles are a lot, some places they’re light and a smaller portion, do not order them expecting that it’s a heavy battered pickle and a sharing portion for sure. Good atmosphere, nice service, great location. Will go again.

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  5. kathleen VIP

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Going to the Gage is a great Chicago experience. Food is exceptional, service was impeccable. I love this place especially when we have out of town guests.

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  6. Paul VIP

    Chicago / Illinois26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed the atmosphere and the unique menu. WE will be back

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  7. Lisa VIP

    Chicago / Illinois7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food at the Gage was amazing. It was fresh and clearly not like the same old same old. They have plenty of choices on the menu. The halibut and the filet were impeccable.

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  8. Wendy

    St. Louis3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the ambiance here and the menu items are delicious. Highly recommend the scallops.

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  9. Jerome VIP

    Chicago / Illinois53 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great casual downtown spot with an upscale menu. A bit noisy especially at tables near the bar

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  10. Selmin

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Gage is our go-to before (and after) events at Symphony Center or the the Art Institute. Staff went out of their way to ensure we enjoyed our experience, cocktails were expertly crafted, food was delicious, and the ambience was sophisticated, but fun.

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FAQs

The Gage does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. The Gage also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 372-4243.

The Gage is rated 4.7 stars by 12324 OpenTable diners.

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. Downtown / Loop

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 145 times today
Google Map for The Gage

24 South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    Between Madison St. and Monroe St. across from Millenium Park.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Dinner Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    The nearest self-park garage is the Grant Park North Garage. Enter from Michigan between Randolph and Monroe Streets. Exit at the far southwest of the garage (the green section); the exit is steps from our front door. We offer a discounted parking rate for the Grant Park North Garage. Every day, enjoy a $13 rate for parking for up to 12 hours. Please see our host stand for parking discount vouchers.
  • Public transit
    The CTA "EL" stop at Madison Street and Wabash Street for Brown, Purple, Green, Orange and Pink Lines is less than two blocks from The Gage. CTA bus lines 3, 4, X4, 14, 26, 127, 145, 147, 148, and 151 all stop within a block of The Gage.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Francisco Narez
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    The Gage's menu "covers every craving". Ideal for private parties, rehearsal dinners and corporate meetings, The Gage's event space options include semi-private and private dining rooms offering the vibe of a busy establishment or complete privacy.
  • Private party contact
    Events Manager: (312) 372-4001
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