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

The Gage

4.8 (12297)
$30 and under
American
24 South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 149 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Lively
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
    (312) 372-4243
  • Website
    http://www.thegagechicago.com/
  • 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
  • Location
    24 South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
  • 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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Menu

The Gage's menu was last updated on 5/12/2023.

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What 12,297 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 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 offers a "great atmosphere" with a "wide variety of delicious food and drink options." Patrons rave about the "exceptional service" and "amazing cocktails." Highlights include the poutine, fish and chips, and baked brie. It's praised for being a "go-to spot" for both locals and visitors.
12,297 Reviews

  1. Hector

    Fresno / San Joaquin Valley2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nestled in a cozy yet elegant space, The Gage offers an inviting ambiance that sets the stage for an unforgettable meal. The staff radiate warmth and attentiveness, elevating the experience from start to finish. Each dish bursts with bold, masterful flavors—crafted with care and creativity. A true culinary delight.

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  2. Jessica

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went there for early dinner and it was good. The service was spot on and the location is good for the downtown.

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  3. David

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Gage. Always outstanding. Great vibe and excellent product and service. One of my go-to’s, and always delivers.

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  4. Janice

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love to visit the Gage while in the city! The minute we walk in the door we feel like we are the only one there. Attention to detail is an understatement! Kim, our server, was a delight and felt like an old friend checking on us. Food is always delicious, service is extraordinary, and ambiance! How does one put a price on that?

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  5. Marilyn VIP

    Chicago / Illinois22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent hamburger! Service was appropriately attentive.

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  6. Nancy VIP

    Chicago / Illinois23 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I love sitting on the patio outside the Gage…the regular tables were full, as even with a reservation, the patio seating is first come first served…so my friend and I had to sit at a high top table, but it was fine. We each had salads, which were quite delicious….but I did feel tat $25 for a salad with chicken on it was a bit steep…especially so because when I asked for bread, I was told the only way to get any bread was to order a made to order loaf of bread for an additional $9. I found this pretty irksome, actually. It shouldn’t be that hard to get a couple pieces of bread to go with one’s lunch when one is eating at a fancy restaurant that does have bread available. The service was excellent, the server was very attentive, and when I complained about the bread conundrum, he agreed and told me that I was the 3rd customer to ask about this just that day at lunchtime! But there didn’t appear to be anything he could do about it., Seems silly. Other than that, it was a very pleasant experience! BTW,, I’ve eaten at Gibson’s steak house patio on N Rush St many times, and their salads are also excellent and they come with a whole basket of lovely breads, and they cost was actually less.

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  7. Desiree VIP

    Chicago / Illinois20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Gage is always a go to spot for me and friends! The service, food and drinks are always on point!

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  8. Cory

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent especially the poutine and the service was fantastic

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  9. Lisa VIP

    Houston47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing Saturday night dinner for four at The Gage—truly the best meal we’ve had in Chicago! The atmosphere is sophisticated yet welcoming, never feeling stuffy or pretentious. Highlights were the perfectly crispy fish and chips and the Pavlova for dessert, which was absolutely delicious. Service was excellent from start to finish. Highly recommended—I can’t wait to go back and try even more!

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  10. Nathan VIP

    Chicago / Illinois75 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again, the Gage and staff provided an excellent experience before we went to the CIBC theatre. We were promptly greeted and seated at our table. David our server, was professional and very friendly. He answered all of our with certainty and expertise. Our entrees were served quickly and everything was delicious and plentiful. We thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience. Can not wait to come back to The Gage again!!!!!

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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 4.8 stars by 12297 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 149 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
  • Website
    http://www.thegagechicago.com/
  • Phone number
    (312) 372-4243
  • 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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