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The Walnut Room - Chicago, Chicago, IL

The Walnut Room - Chicago

4.6 (7857)
$31 to $50
American
111 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60602

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
For Large Parties 21 or more: please contact us at http://macysrestaurants.com/contact-us/ For Holiday Questions and Menu: http://macysrestaurants.com/walnut-room/holiday2024/

The world famous Walnut Room has been a Chicago tradition since 1907. Located on the 7th floor of Macy's on State Street, the Walnut Room was the first restaurant ever opened in a department store. Conveniently located in the heart of the Chicago theater district, the Walnut Room is an excellent choice to take a break from shopping or for a meal and a glass of wine before the show.
Enjoy our Famous Mrs. Herring's Chicken Pot Pie and other well known favorites on the menu.




Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Vegetarian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 3:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 781-5219
  • Website
    http://macysrestaurants.com/walnut-room/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Antoine P Whitfield
  • Catering
    Private Dining and Catering available. Email: walnutroom@macys.com Check out our website: macysrestaurants.com/walnut-room/
  • Private party facilities
    Our historic building is home to five unique venues, available to host a number of occasions including wedding ceremonies and receptions, birthday and anniversary celebrations, bar and bat mitzvahs, fundraising galas, teambuilding cooking classes and corporate events.
  • Private party contact
    Gino Tarallo: (312) 781-3139
  • Location
    111 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60602
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross street
    Randolph
  • Parking details
    Discounted parking for Macy's shoppers at the Randolph / Wabash parking garage. Validation available at Macy's Visitor Center on 1st floor. Valet is available on Wabash.
  • Public transit
    CTA Pink, Green, Orange, Purple and Brown lines at the Randolph / Wabash stop. Both the CTA Blue line (Washington stop) and CTA Red line (Lake street stop) are less than 1 block from the store.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas in July Event

    Jul 1, 2025 - Jul 31, 2025
    Delight in festive treats, enchanting holiday décor, and magical encounters with fairy princesses. During your visit, you’ll also have the exclusive opportunity to reserve your spot for our special holiday dining experience

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What 7,857 people are saying

The Walnut Room - Chicago 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Walnut Room in Chicago offers a "historic setting" and "iconic dining experience." Guests praise its "great service" and delightful menu items like the "chicken pot pie" and "homemade cinnamon rolls." The "ambiance is beautiful," making it a "must-visit for special occasions" or to enjoy a piece of Chicago history.
7,857 Reviews

  1. Paul

    Wisconsin5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Jesus and host Curtis were both amazing with the service and helping us book for the holidays. They both made the evening very special. We look forward to coming back in November.

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  2. Jessica

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service! Wonderful food. Great staff and an amazing experience!! I can’t imagine a better place to go for a Christmas in July!! Truly a Chicago must!

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  3. Daniel VIP

    Chicago / Illinois129 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Walnut Room is one of Chicago's unrecognized gems. Some summer associates in my office asked me to take them to an "iconic" Chicago restaurant for lunch. I chose The Walnut Room and it did not disappoint. Food and service was great. Prices very reasonable.

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  4. Timothy

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional venue for my friends birthday. Great service, food outstanding, lobster bisque exceptional.

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  5. Joy VIP

    Chicago / Illinois32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Christmas in July is new tradition for us! Walnut Room at Christmas has been important time for us for over 50 years. The decorations and holiday menu were perfect. Jesus was attentive and efficient. Arctic Alex was a hit with our granddaughter. I told her that of all the princesses we have encountered over the years, she was the best!

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  6. Linda

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience! The food was delicious. My friend had their classic Chicken Pot Pie and I had Chicken salad with cranberries on a croissant. Both were fresh and delicious. The service was excellent, which it always seems to be. Friendly wait staff and they always help each other out. I would highly recommend the Walnut Room- it’s iconic and still living up to its reputation.

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  7. Dominic VIP

    Chicago / Illinois4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Annette is an amazing server and truly feels like an extended member of our family. Every time we see her, she goes above and beyond to make our experience special. We’re always grateful for her kindness, professionalism, and genuine care. — Dominic

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  8. Patricia VIP

    Chicago / Illinois19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waiter, Jesus, was very attentive and professional. The menu offered a nice selection and we were all pleased with our choices. I went there on a "Field" trip with my book club. We had just finished Renee Rosen's What the Lady Wants and decided to visit Macy's while discussing the book about the life of Marshall Field. We all had been to Marshall Field's as kids and young mothers so the iconic Walnut Room led us on a nostalgic trip down memory lane as well as a great venue for our book discussion. We were pleased to see Mrs. Herring's pot pie, which was mentioned in the book, on the menu! Highly recommended!

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  9. Igor

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had heard so much about how iconic it is to dine at The Walnut Room, and taking my family there for lunch after a day exploring downtown Chicago truly lived up to the hype. The historic setting, combined with great service and a relaxing atmosphere, made it the perfect way to cap off our visit. The food was delicious, and the overall experience felt special without being pretentious. I would absolutely recommend The Walnut Room to anyone visiting the city, whether you're looking for a unique meal or just want to soak in a bit of Chicago history.

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  10. Jesse

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Walnut Room is an iconic restaurant located in the former Marshall Fields in the center of downtown Chicago on State Street. Whether you go at Christmas, which is what they are widely known for or in June, the service, atmosphere and quality of food are the same, excellent. The entertainment was our primary reason for going and Jennifer Brehm’s Dance Fiesta did not disappoint. Her high energy evening of salsa, flamenco and Spanish folk dance included opera, ballet and samba music pieces. Totally enjoyable and we look forward to returning to see her perform again.

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FAQs

The Walnut Room - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 781-5219.

The Walnut Room - Chicago is rated 4.6 stars by 7857 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 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Walnut Room - Chicago

111 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60602

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Randolph
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 3:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Vegetarian, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Discounted parking for Macy's shoppers at the Randolph / Wabash parking garage. Validation available at Macy's Visitor Center on 1st floor. Valet is available on Wabash.
  • Public transit
    CTA Pink, Green, Orange, Purple and Brown lines at the Randolph / Wabash stop. Both the CTA Blue line (Washington stop) and CTA Red line (Lake street stop) are less than 1 block from the store.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Antoine P Whitfield
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://macysrestaurants.com/walnut-room/
  • Phone number
    (312) 781-5219
  • Catering
    Private Dining and Catering available. Email: walnutroom@macys.com Check out our website: macysrestaurants.com/walnut-room/
  • Private party facilities
    Our historic building is home to five unique venues, available to host a number of occasions including wedding ceremonies and receptions, birthday and anniversary celebrations, bar and bat mitzvahs, fundraising galas, teambuilding cooking classes and corporate events.
  • Private party contact
    Gino Tarallo: (312) 781-3139
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