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Bar Room - Chicago Firehouse Restaurant, Chicago, IL

Chicago Firehouse Restaurant

4.2
4.2
2383 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
1401 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605

About this restaurant

  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
In January 2000, The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant opened and became an integral part of the changing South Loop neighborhood. On December 10, 2014, a devastating fire started at the restaurant. Thankfully, all employees and firefighters were safe. Matthew O’Malley immediately vowed to rebuild.
Over the course of two years, the restaurant was redesigned and rebuilt. The redesign includes a larger bar area, the addition of a solarium with floor to ceiling windows for increased seating, enhanced private dine rooms and a beautiful 2nd floor veranda. Guests will now enter through the Firehouse’s original entrance on 14th Street.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Options range from formal seated dinners, lively and quality buffet stations, to a festive cocktail reception! Contact our private dining manager for more information on how the Chicago Firehouse is the perfect venue for any event.
  • Private party facilities
    Plan your event in a historic landmark building. Originally built in 1905 and located in the South Loop at the corner of Michigan Avenue and 14th Street, The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant offers turn-of-the century charm with a variety of unique settings to host your special event.
  • Neighborhood
    South Loop
  • Cross street
    South Michigan Ave and 14th Street
  • Parking details
    Meter parking available on South Michigan Avenue and 14th Streets.Valet available 7 days a week. ($13 per car up to 3 hours, $16 for 3+ hours)
  • Public transit
    Michigan Avenue Bus - #4, #3, #1, #12CTA Red Line Train, CTA Orange Line Train, CTA Green Line Train - Roosevelt stop
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,383 people are saying

Chicago Firehouse Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2
4.2 based on all time ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 1.1Value

NoiseModerate

2,383 Reviews
  1. VictoriaP

    Chicago12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 6, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family and I had the most wonderful experience celebrating my father’s birthday dinner! Outstanding food and amazing staff!

    1 person found this helpful

  2. JaclynD

    Baltimore17 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 20, 2019

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for a work dinner. Waitress was odd. Seemed overwhelmed and not super friendly. Food was good. It's pretty noisy but the atmosphere is great.

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  3. CathyL

    Seattle5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A beautiful, tasty and tasteful buffet for mother’s day. Really family friendly, yet elegant.

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  4. JohnG

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for the Mother's Day brunch buffet. It was fantastic all the way around.

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  5. KimberlyK

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The combination of the food and atmosphere is outstanding. Add to that the location, which is away from the crazy crowds on North Michigan Avenue, it is an relaxing place to spend the evening.

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  6. OrangeNBlue

    Denver22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 6, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I was called by the front desk asking if i was going to Show up for dinner when i eas alteady seated in the dining room. The waiter brought a drink that was not ordered by our table. However the food was delicious. The prime rib was wonderfully tender and juicy. And yes I would go back

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Leezamh VIP

    Phoenix19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loud but food and staff were amazing. The oysters Rockefeller were the best I’ve ever had even ordered a 2nd order

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and ambiance and a great way to celebrate a special occasion

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  9. Experiance5

    New Orleans18 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 3, 2019

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Service wickelte die Gäste ab! Das Steak war GsD in Scheiben geschnitten und trotzdem hätte man es erst noch weich reiten müssen. Es wurde nicht darauf hingewiesen, dass French Fries mit serviert werden, dann hätte man sich Baked Potatoe schenken können! Ambiente interessant.....

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  10. NancyNY VIP

    New York City20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 30, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful dining experience! Ambiance is terrific with 3 different dining rooms to please everyone - all very tastefully decorated. Front room is more casual - an upscale bar/gastro pub feel, middle room very comfortable with circular booths and tables and an old world feel and back room bright and airy and contemporary. Menu same for all. So many great options on the menu. We were a group of 5 and everyone raved about their meals. Their signature lobster bisque bowl comes with a puffed pastry top, salads are fresh and inventive, steaks and prime rib first rate, delicious halibut option, signature cocktails and service that is attentive, professional and relaxed at the same time. A real gem. Will definitely go back - so many other great menu items to try and highly recommend! Great for celebrations and business dinners!

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Google Map for Chicago Firehouse Restaurant

1401 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605

Additional information

  • Cross street
    South Michigan Ave and 14th Street
  • Neighborhood
    South Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Meter parking available on South Michigan Avenue and 14th Streets.Valet available 7 days a week. ($13 per car up to 3 hours, $16 for 3+ hours)
  • Public transit
    Michigan Avenue Bus - #4, #3, #1, #12CTA Red Line Train, CTA Orange Line Train, CTA Green Line Train - Roosevelt stop
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Options range from formal seated dinners, lively and quality buffet stations, to a festive cocktail reception! Contact our private dining manager for more information on how the Chicago Firehouse is the perfect venue for any event.
  • Private party facilities
    Plan your event in a historic landmark building. Originally built in 1905 and located in the South Loop at the corner of Michigan Avenue and 14th Street, The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant offers turn-of-the century charm with a variety of unique settings to host your special event.
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