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The Grillroom, Chicago, IL
The Grillroom, Chicago, IL
The Grillroom, Chicago, IL
The Grillroom, Chicago, IL
The Grillroom, Chicago, IL

The Grillroom

4.7
4.7
3068 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Located in the heart of the Loop & Theatre District, The Grillroom offers a convenient location to relax and enjoy. Warm wood paneled walls, hardwood floors and mood lighting add to The Grillroom's distinctive classic Chicago charm. Enjoy the finest steaks, fresh seafood, pasta, salads and more. A perfect destination for power lunches, business dining, intimate dinners & cocktail gatherings.

For our weekday pre-theatre diners, we highly suggest you are seated by 6:15pm to ensure the dinner experience standards we pride ourselves on. On Saturdays, we highly suggest by 6:45pm. During shows, reservation time slots fill up fast, if you don't see any time frames you are looking for, try giving us a call.

Unfortunately, we cannot take reservations for drinks, desserts or appetizers only.

We offer a grace period of 15 minutes. If you arrive after the 15-minute grace period, even with a phone call, you may be placed on the wait list, simply to be fair to all guests.

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2 people

8:30 PM


Booked 15 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 11:00 am–9:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 960-0000
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    For catering inquiries, please contact our event coordinator at events@grillroom-chicago.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Experience an authentic Windy City steakhouse right in the heart of Chicago’s Loop. We serve Prime steaks, fresh seafood, pasta, salads and more, all presented with The Grillroom’s exclusive flair.
  • Private party contact
    The Grillroom: (312) 960-0000
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross street
    Dearborn or State
  • Parking details
    Public parking lot accessible from Dearborn one half block north of Adams on the east side, as well as many other lots in the area.
  • Public transit
    Walking distance from multiple lines (Red, Green, Blue, Brown) as well as walking distance to the Metra Stations.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,068 people are saying

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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

3,069 Reviews
  1. LaurieE

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant for a pre-theater meal.

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  2. Luv2eat

    Chicago

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Old Fashioned was excellent. The scallops and the filet were outstanding as usual. The Banana Fudge gelato was a delightful surprise and definitely worth trying. The tiny flakes of chocolate were a great texture to go with the creaminess of the gelato. Service was slow and not up to its usual efficiency.

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  3. RonaldK

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chose the Grill Room because it was right across from the CIBC theater, making our pre-theater dinner very convenient. We were amazingly pleased with that decision. The oysters Rockefeller were the best we've ever had. The rest of the meal and the service was all excellent. We will go back.

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  4. MattW

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Grillroom is an iconic spot in the theater district. The food and atmosphere never disappoint and the staff always make you feel like a VIP.

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  5. MichelleK

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’ve had dinner hear several times, it’s a GREAT place for Coctails and/or dinner before a show across the street. Service is always top notch just like to food selections. I also love how they introduce a drink to coordinate to coordinate a drink with a featured Off Broadway show.

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  6. ChicagoCarl

    Chicago

    57 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super choice for pre-theater at the CIBC Theater. A little old-school in a great way!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had dinner with friends before a show at the CIBC. The Grillroom is conveniently located across the street from the theatre. The food and service were excellent!

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  8. ReneeW

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great service, great food, great dessert. Good place to go before going to a show.

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  9. LauraG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Grillroom never fails to please! It's a classy restaurant with a warm ambience and great staff! The people who attended to our table were polite and provided great details on the entrees. The meals were delicious and my out-of-town companions enjoyed the food and atmosphere.

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  10. VincentD

    Detroit

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for dinner. Accommodating on food preparation.

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  11. MichaelS

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great steak. My wife and friends got the Salmon and Tuna looked phenomenal as well. Great location as well. A good Chicago steak house. Definitely worth a try.

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  12. JohnS

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Reasonably priced restaurant with a broad selection of food options.

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  13. Anna

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, good value, beautiful ambiance !!!

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  14. Rouletta

    Milwaukee

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the lamb chops and calamari for an appetizer. Both were delicious.

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  15. KobeJ

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to the Grillroom before our show. We chose Grillroom because of their excellent reviews and we were not disappointed. Nice little steakhouse in the theatre district. Prices are comparable to similar steakhouses in downtown Chicago. This evening they had a surf and turf special. It came with a 6 oz filet and a 6 oz lobster AND 2 sides! It was the perfect plate of food. Staff was very friendly. We never felt rushed. We got to our show with time to spare. We will definitely return!

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  16. Happy

    West Palm Beach

    10 reviews

    1.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Overall our experience was terrible. Our waiter Alex was rude. If you get maybe a different waiter give it a try. He basically was upset with us due to getting our order of a salad without dressing and on the side incorrect. Therefore it went downhill from there. The rest of the staff seemed friendly and helpful. When he brought the check he almost threw it on the table as to placing it as he should have. Also his response when he brought out the check was here you go. Nothing polite. Will never return to this restaurant. Thank you for giving us an opportunity to comment.

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  17. ellenr

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great place for a business lunch. Wait staff is great and portions are plenty. Quiet but not too quiet

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  18. Emma

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    Our server never came back to check in with us after we received our food. She also never came to ask us if we wanted another glass of wine. The food was average. No wonder it was empty on a Saturday night, before all the shows in the theaters near there were starting. Also explains why we were able to reserve a table at the last minute. Won’t be returning.

    The GrillroomResponded on October 16, 2023

    Hi Emma, thank you for the constructive feedback. I am sorry that your experience was not the amazing one that we strive for. It is very important to us that our guests are happy throughout the dining experience, and that we are consistently checking in with our guests. Unfortunately, this was a night that did not occur for you, and I genuinely apologize for that. We currently do not have a show across the street at the CIBC Theatre and it is somewhat challenging to schedule staff accordingly. We do see some business from other theaters, but Saturdays are usually a little slower for us since there is little open in the area. I will impress once again to my staff, the importance of constantly selling and assuring our guests have everything they need. Thank you again for this feedback.

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  19. SuzanneM

    Little Rock

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. Fantastic juicy pork chop.

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  20. SaraG

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic place, Fantastic food. We dine there everytime we are in the city.

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  21. Court

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our steaks were tender and perfect. We had a light meal this night. The staff were attentive, The wine was good. I would go back again.

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  22. Toby

    Atlanta Metro

    106 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    106 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Good steaks, the TBone, filet and Bone in Ribeye were well seasoned and cooked to a medium rare. Sides - mac n cheese, brussel sprouts and loaded mashed potatoes were excellent as well.

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  23. Teresa

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was fantastic, & the service was exceptional! I am grateful they were able to help with my dietary restrictions! We will be back.

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  24. Bryce

    Austin

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    The service was good but the food was not on par for the prices. We had the 35 oz tomahawk ribeye and it was overcooked underseasoned and not tender at all. Flavor was lacking and we ordered it to be cooked medium. The lobster Mac and cheese was bland and not cheesy at all. Presentation was bad and the lobster was not flavorful. The wedge salad and proscuitto Brussels sprouts were good. The gumbo was flavorful but the shrimp had no consistency as if being simmered at too high heat for too long and the roux was thick like gravy. We had martinis and those were fine. We would not return nor recommend.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff and food were excellent!

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  26. Lisa

    Chicago

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love this place. The food is delicious, especially the Alfredo pasta!

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  27. PatrickD

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 26, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Really nice place for lunch. Service was very good.

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  28. Pcac

    Cleveland

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The atmosphere was relaxing and romantic. Loved the music they played. Service was efficient and timely. We both ordered 8 oz filets. They were cooked to perfection and the mashed potatoes were beyond delicious.

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  29. ajohnn

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Beautiful atmosphere and very helpful and attentive staff. Went with the special, surf and turf, and while it was good the price did not necessarily reflect the value of the meal. However the soups, cheesecake and wine was delectable

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  30. Marstev

    Milwaukee

    47 reviews

    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Food was good. Steaks were a little overcooked but still tender & tasted good.

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  31. DonnaP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing & service was impeccable! A little pricey…but then so is every other steakhouse in Chicago.

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  32. MAKO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were impressed by the high quality food and the friendliness of the staff. Nice traditionally restaurant with matching high quality background jazz music.

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  33. Panda

    Chicago

    118 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    118 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had steak salad and the steak was very tender. My husband had the 24oz ribeye and he said it was one of the best he ever had. We were there early so the restaurant was quiet. Will definitely go back again.

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  34. BMcKinney

    Minneapolis

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We had a fantastic dining experience. What truly stood out was the exceptional service - attentive & friendly with great recommendations. We liked that it felt upscale but not stuffy or pretentious. The steaks were $$$ but mouthwatering. Highly recommend!

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  35. ColleenM

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a fantastic post-theater dinner! Victoria was lovely and the food was amazing! Thank you for such a nice evening. We will be back!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a good experience at The Grill Room! Good food and nice staff. Perfect place for any reason.

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  37. virginiacal

    Detroit

    59 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Had surf /turf special. Both filets were overcooked. Service good. Recently had similar meals at other local restaurants which were a better value.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Loved it! Was a recommendation from a friend who was Local to Chicago - definitely lived up to the expectations. If you are looking for Chicago Steak in a Chicago nostalgic spot. This is the place! 

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  39. RoryW

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great location right across the street from the CIBC theater, so this is a perfect location for pre or post theater dining. I had the small filet and the parmesan fries, and both were good. My wife's fish was half good, half undercooked. Caesar salad was over dressed, so definitely get the dressing on the side. Server forgot to bring the shaker rocks for my Manhattan, and they won't go broke with the pour on cocktails, but he was otherwise attentive. We were in and out of there in about an hour, which is good if you're thinking pre-performance dinner. We had a couple of glasses of wine, and they were reasonably priced. Probably not a destination steakhouse, but we stayed at the JW Marriott three blocks away, and attended a matinee (2 pm) play, so the location worked perfectly for us.

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  40. GOgirlJk

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great service and delicious food. Enough choices from small to large portions. Good choice for before or after 🎭

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FAQs

The Grillroom is rated 4.7 stars by 3068 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

8:30 PM


Booked 15 times today
Google Map for The Grillroom

33 W. Monroe, Chicago, IL 60603

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Dearborn or State
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 11:00 am–9:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public parking lot accessible from Dearborn one half block north of Adams on the east side, as well as many other lots in the area.
  • Public transit
    Walking distance from multiple lines (Red, Green, Blue, Brown) as well as walking distance to the Metra Stations.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 960-0000
  • Catering
    For catering inquiries, please contact our event coordinator at events@grillroom-chicago.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Experience an authentic Windy City steakhouse right in the heart of Chicago’s Loop. We serve Prime steaks, fresh seafood, pasta, salads and more, all presented with The Grillroom’s exclusive flair.
  • Private party contact
    The Grillroom: (312) 960-0000
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