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State and Lake Chicago Tavern, Chicago, IL
State and Lake Chicago Tavern, Chicago, IL
State and Lake Chicago Tavern, Chicago, IL
State and Lake Chicago Tavern, Chicago, IL
State and Lake Chicago Tavern, Chicago, IL

State and Lake Chicago Tavern

4.1
4.1
1455 Reviews
$30 and under
Unspecified
The sleek contemporary gastropub State and Lake Chicago Tavern combines the flair of artisanal American cuisine with the warm, welcoming vibe of a neighborhood pub. Named after the iconic intersection in the heart of the city, State and Lake Chicago Tavern serves up new twists on bistro fare, with an emphasis on featuring the finest locally sourced and wholesome ingredients. Putting a modern spin on traditional tavern dining, the inviting decor features cork floors, leather walls and plush banquettes, radiating upscale hospitality and exceptional service. Cozy enough to lounge in and stylish enough for business, State and Lake Chicago Tavern is ideal for guests and locals alike looking to unwind over a drink, gather together to watch a game, or grab a pre-theater bite before heading to the nearby historic theater district. Whether it's a lunchtime escape or a Happy Hour go-to at the intimate bar, theWit's award-winning eatery takes traditional tavern dining to the next level.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 5 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sat, Sun 6:30 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 239-9400
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Michael Tauss
  • Private party facilities
    State and Lake Chicago Tavern is an ideal location to enjoy a breakfast event, business or girl’s luncheon, or a plethora of events including after work receptions, rehearsal dinners, or corporate dinners. A warm rustic space filled with organic colors and vintage elements.
  • Private party contact
    Catering: (312) 239-9517
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross street
    Lake Street
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is offered through the hotel:<br />0 - 3 hours: $17<br />2 - 8 hours: $28<br />Over 8 hours: $65
  • Public transit
    Red Line: State and Lake<br />Brown/Purple/Green/Orange Line: State and Lake<br />Blue Line: Clark and Lake
  • Entertainment
    FRIDAY AND SATURDAY: Live Acoustic Music 10PM
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,455 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

1,455 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Excellent food and walking distance from the theatre district.

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  2. MarieS

    Washington DC

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great place for our group meal! food was good and the tvs were on with the game!

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  3. Paul

    Chicago

    31 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The restaurant was a good experience and recommended. But I ordered the rigatoni and when asked if I would like some protein with it I said yes. In my mind that meant an add-on that might cost $5 or $6 to add in some chicken or salmon. I ordered salmon and was shocked to see the price of the add-on was $23 which was essentially the price of the main course rigatoni. I paid it and did not complain but I highly recommend in the future in the future they alert the customer or put it on the menu

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  4. hounds4us

    St. Louis

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambiance! Service was friendly, food was perfect and tasty. Excellent start to the day!

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  5. JulieR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed our dinner at State and Lake Chicago before catching Tommy at the Goodman Theater. I'm gluten intolerant and love Salmon. The chef's version was delicious. My husband had the pork chop, which he raved about. Large portions, and although the Brussels sprouts sounded tempting, we didn't order them. We were full after our entrees! The only disappointment was only sorbet was offered as a GF dessert. Otherwise, great dinner!

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  6. JohnA

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter was incredible. The calamari kale salad was excellent but for a meal there could have been a bit more. Thanks, John

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  7. ShirleyS

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Was seated quickly. Drinks were very good and strong. Food arrived faster than expected and was very good.

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  8. SharonA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I ordered the steak fries. It was the best steak fries I have ever ordered and this is usually my go to at restaurants. I will definitely be back.

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  9. Jayl

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience4
    Service just ok and it wasn’t that busy. Came here for lunch before seeing Tommy, which was outstanding by the way. Wine way overpriced. Had 6 glasses between the 4 of us and the cost for that and 2 Turkey club sandwiches that we both split was $165. Don’t know if they added a 3% fee, I should have checked, my bad. Would no go back.

    State and Lake Chicago TavernResponded on July 1, 2023

    Hello Jayl, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We appreciate your honest feedback. We will address the situation with our team. We hope you give us another chance in the future. Please let us know if you have any other suggestions or concerns. Warm Regards, Tanya M State & Lake Manager

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  10. JulieAnne07

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience3
    Food was delicious, but there were many service issues once the restaurant got crowded. Thankful we were one of the first people there because many others had longer wait times than us, wrong orders, and appetizers arriving after main courses. Our drinks and appetizers were timely, but the main course was quite late and our waiter did not check on our table at all. I think he must’ve been the only one working a very crowded dining room.

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  11. cccccmmmmm

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience1
    Made a reservation and I get there and they don’t want to seat us due to staffing issues after taking my credit card at reservation. Food was extremely mid. Waiter doesn’t know anything about the beers on the menu. Just not a very good experience. Hostess was also a bit rude.

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  12. LindaW

    Milwaukee

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on June 21, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Too many TVs on the wall; very distracting. Th e atmosphere of the restaurant was more upscale than the number of TVs would indicate.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    If a restaurant has short ribs on the menu, I know that’s what I am getting! They did NOT disappoint. A must get!

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  14. Jen247

    Chicago

    101 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    101 reviews

    Dined on June 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just delicious! and the absolutely ideal pre-theater dinner spot!

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  15. Pasad

    Jacksonville

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Chicken was nothing worth bragging about. It was ok. Seabass was delicious.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience3
    We waited over an hour and a half for our main dish. It was terrible service and we would not return.

    1 person found this helpful

  17. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    overall1food4service1ambience2
    The service was terrible. It wasn’t the waiter’s fault; they were very understaffed. We waited 15 minutes for a server, and that is only because I asked if we had one. We waited over an hour for our food. We asked for a small modification on a pasta dish, and we were told NO. I find it hard to believe there were no modifications because that would mean the pasta was just sitting in a vat, sauced and ready to go, and that’s for a $25 pasta dish. I don’t believe it. The bathrooms were really dirty, one was out of order, and one was basically flooded but still being used. Overall, it was a disappointment. I have messaged the restaurant & received no response. I have stayed at the Wit and dined in this place several times; this time, I was really disappointed.

    1 person found this helpful

  18. NWSubFoodie

    Chicago

    30 reviews

    3.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience3
    We dined here on a Sunday evening before a show at the Chicago Theatre. We had reservations, which we needed because it was very crowded and several parties were turned away. Unfortunately, the kitchen was severely understaffed and it took nearly an hour to get our food. At least 3 parties left before getting their food order but since we were so close to the theatre, we decided to wait it out. The food did not disappoint, which was a relief. The deviled egg appetizer hit the spot. My husband’s burger was very tasty and I loved the salmon with colorful cauliflower and marble potatoes. Our waiter was very apologetic and did his best in a bad situation. We enjoyed the meal but would not go back unless we have a lot of time to kill.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    スタッフの対応もよく、シェアして食べる旨を伝えたところ、人数分に分けたお皿にきれいな盛り付けでシェアされた形で提供してくれました。味付けも良かったです。

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  20. AnthonyD

    Milwaukee

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    good value in upscale ambience . Nice that in upscale hotel in great locatio. Also convenient to other hotels and theatres.

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  21. KimberleeH

    Chicago

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Wonderfully convenient to the Chicago Theater!! Food was outstanding. The salmon was perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. My companion had the chicken paillard and she is still raving! Attentive service and cozy atmosphere. A fabulous find in the theater district for dining.

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  22. TimO

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great location for downtown theatre district. Great food, comfortable atmosphere, Cindy's pleasant servers.

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  23. Jen247

    Chicago

    101 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    101 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The perfect, quick pre-theatre dinner! Tasty food and good service.

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  24. JoeL

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience2
    Made a reservation two weeks out and was still crammed into a tiny table. Took 30 min for our drinks to get made and nearly a full hour for our food to come out. Our server was decent, but the restaurant seemed VERY understaffed.

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  25. JoannaP

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Food was great, ambience was fantastic. Higher table was a little too high for the chairs - my friend had to sit on her leg to reach her food. If you're short, I'd ask for a shorter table or booth. Staff was amazing but clearly not enough of them - we had to remind them multiple times about our showtime. We did make our show. Food was a little on the pricey side for what you got, but everything was absolutely delicious - including drinks. The bar crowd caused it to be noisier than we expected a restaurant to be, and it'd have been nice if they turned the tvs off at some point.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect spot! Amazing service and delicious food Eduardo (the guy from Mexico) is the best

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great! Service, libations, and fare

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Experience was awesome, food was good and drinks we’re definitely on point 10/10 would definitely recommend and be dining again ❤️

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  29. RaulA

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was very good but the portions were small… the drinks were incredible. My wife had a Cosmo and I had an old fashion. You can tell that the bartender took a lot of pride in their mixology. The food was expensive, especially the drinks. But the drinks were so perfectly made that we would return.  While I rated the value low because of the cost of the meal compared to the portion size, the cost of the drinks were justified.

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  30. gailzel

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    The wait staff was helpful and efficient. We enjoyed a leisurely dinner. We ordered steak and they were perfectly cooked. My dietary requirements were perfectly heeded. My only complaint was that the steak I ordered had way too much fat and when I told the waiter he immediately deducted 25% from the cost. I recommend this restaurant. Good for lunch or dinner or in our case before a play

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  31. SuburbSuzy

    Chicago

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, fast friendly service, warm atmosphere.

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  32. KatieD

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall2food4service2ambience4
    They were super short staffed, it was not the waiters fault, but we barely saw him and waited over 20 minutes for drinks

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  33. Andy

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall4food2service5ambience5
    We just had drinks, salad and appetizers...found the appetizers very bland, both the crab cakes and meatballs. They both need much more seasoning. First time we've eaten there that we've been disappointed.

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  34. LarryZ

    Las Vegas

    32 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience5
    Great space good food ! Thank God we use open table -lifesaver ! State and lake tavern is very nice but they have some issues - they don’t have enough workers and it takes forever to be served and get drinks ! They are a block away from theatre district so they must be in tune and know the theatre’s schedules ! You must plan the work work the plan - that’s a problem here !

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Overall it was a fairly decent dinner with good food. However there were a few things that were not so positive. Our drinks were never refilled and we weren’t asked if we wanted a refill. When we asked for more water, we weren’t given any. Then after paying we were sitting at the table talking and the hostess comes up to us and basically tells us we need to leave even though there isn’t a time limit on the table. We had only been there an hour. It was a disappointing end to our dining experience.

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  36. Foodie

    Chicago

    35 reviews

    3.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience5
    I have been to this restaurant before for brunch and was excited to try it last night for dinner before a concert at the Chicago Theater. The good things about this restaurant are that the food, drinks, and decor are fantastic. The meatballs, salmon, and Wit Spritz were top notch. However, we arrived early for our 630 reservation, and they were able to seat us early, around 6:05. Our server did not ask if we had questions and was not very personable. Our appetizer and drinks arrived really fast after ordering. However, our entrees never arrived, and at 7:00, my friend flagged down the waiter to see what the issue was and to tell him we had concert tickets. He checked with the kitchen and told us they had made a mistake. Our food arrived piping hot 10 min later. As mentioned, the food was great. Our server offered to comp us another round of drinks or dessert to make up for the error. Obviously, we could not do this as we needed to get to the theater for our show. What irritates me is that he did not comp the drinks we had already ordered. We should have just asked for a manager, obviously. Our bill was $150 dollars for a 15 percent tip, 2 entrees, 3 drinks, and 1 app. Pretty expensive considering we had to wait 45 min for our entrees. Disappointing.

    1 person found this helpful

  37. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We visited for an early dinner ahead of a show. The food (we chose chicken paillard and salmon) was nicely prepared and just the right amount to not have leftovers. I'd visit again before a show. The restaurant was packed on a Thursday with two shows playing, so we were glad we got a reservation.

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  38. HungryinChicago

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    Had a reservation for pre-theatre lunch. Got to restaurant, door staff said it was buffet only (I've forgotten what holiday it was - maybe Easter, which my partner & I don't celebrate), $60 apiece. OK, we coughed it up though couldn't take full advantage (didn't want to fall asleep in theater). As we sat, two more parties came in, and both ordered off the menu! I mentioned this to the door staff as we left -- she said her boss had told her what to say, though no explanation for why the people who followed us didn't get the same treatment. (Needless to say, we didn't tip.) --I still recommend the place, as the food is good and generally it's reasonably priced, but I'd advise caution around holidays.

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  39. JeffW

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had dinner and breakfast at State and Lake Chicago Tavern. Both meals and the service were very good.

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  40. MaryW

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Not a large dinner selection of food on the menu but at least one fish dish and one vegetarian. Salad selections were great as well as appetizers. If I went again it would be for drinks and appetizers. Atmosphere was wonderful.

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FAQs

State and Lake Chicago Tavern is rated 4.1 stars by 1455 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 5 times today
Google Map for State and Lake Chicago Tavern

201 North State Street, Floor 1, Chicago, IL 60601

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lake Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sat, Sun 6:30 am–2:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is offered through the hotel:<br />0 - 3 hours: $17<br />2 - 8 hours: $28<br />Over 8 hours: $65
  • Public transit
    Red Line: State and LakeBrown/Purple/Green/Orange Line: State and LakeBlue Line: Clark and Lake
  • Executive chef
    Michael Tauss
  • Entertainment
    FRIDAY AND SATURDAY: Live Acoustic Music 10PM
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 239-9400
  • Private party facilities
    State and Lake Chicago Tavern is an ideal location to enjoy a breakfast event, business or girl’s luncheon, or a plethora of events including after work receptions, rehearsal dinners, or corporate dinners. A warm rustic space filled with organic colors and vintage elements.
  • Private party contact
    Catering: (312) 239-9517
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