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River Roast, Chicago, IL

River Roast

4.4 (3454)
$31 to $50
American
315 N LaSalle Blvd, Chicago, IL 60654

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 210 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for groups
Situated on the iconic Chicago River with stunning views of downtown, River Roast is a lively social house and gathering place. The menu features contemporary American tavern fare with dramatic presentations of whole roasted chicken, whole roasted fish and slow roasted beef; all carved table-side. The food is handcrafted, yet rustic, with many plates designed for sharing. The bar offers a large selection of local beer, craft cocktails, beer, and wine. With one of the best patios in Chicago, River Roast is a great place to enjoy dining outside on a hot summer afternoon or a crisp fall evening. River Roast Private Events offers six spaces, all with spectacular views, for parties from 10 to 1,000. Saturday and Sunday features our Brunch menu from 11:00AM-3PM. We are open Mon-Fri for lunch and daily for dinner.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jason Qureshi
  • Private party facilities
    With stunning views of the river and downtown, River Roast Private Events offers an impressive setting for your next party or meeting.With six event spaces to choose from – each featuring sophisticated decor that pays tribute to the historical landmark building the restaurant is housed i
  • Private party contact
    Sales Manager: (855) 399-4084
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross street
    Kinzie
  • Parking details
    Valet is located on the east side of LaSalle, just north the LaSalle Street Bridge.
  • Public transit
    We are conveniently located near the Merchandise Mart Brown Line stop and the Clark and Lake Blue, Brown, Purple, Green, Orange & Pink Lines.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Offers

  • Delivery

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 11:30 AM - 8:45 PM,Fri - 11:30 AM - 9:45 PM
    Needing a night in but wanting a great meal? River Roast has got your back. Let us bring the goods to you! Order for delivery today.

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    The happiest of hours is at River Roast, Monday-Friday from 4pm-6pm. Whether your vibe is Half Off Martinis or a Miller High Life, we’ve got you covered!

  • Weekend Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:30 AM - 2:45 PM,Sat - 11:30 AM - 2:45 PM
    Get your day off started the right way with a mimosa & a gorgeous view of the river. Our brunch menu is available every Saturday and Sunday between 11:o0am-3pm. We’ve got something for everyone!

What 3,454 people are saying

River Roast 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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
River Roast offers a delightful riverside dining experience with a "beautiful view" and "wonderful staff." Guests frequently praise the "amazing roasted chicken" and "delicious food." While some mention service inconsistencies, the overall ambiance and "friendly staff" make it a memorable spot. Ideal for special occasions and enjoying the scenic riverfront.
3,454 Reviews
  1. Susan

    Pittsburgh / Western PA1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose to sit outside at the river side tables. It began pouring with an unexpected storm & the staff were so accommodating & worked quickly to get everyone moved indoors. Our server Jimmy was very friendly. Overall great brunch experience during our trip to Chicago.

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  2. kari

    Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went there to celebrate my friend engagement. We had a good time. The food, drinks, staff was on point.

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  3. Elizabeth

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was great! However it was disappointing how many items were out on a Saturday morning. We cane for the bloody Mary’s, tuna tartar and both were not available.

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  4. Nora

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, food, location! Wow! Cannot say enough.. you have to experience it! I've been there multiple times and the experience is better each time!👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️

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  5. Cupcakecrazy VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area97 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant on the river. Delicious steak fries. Best french fries ever! Our server was very sweet.

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  6. Brandon VIP

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Host said we needed a reservation for a table, yet there was a reservation open 15 minutes later on OpenTable. We should have just gone somewhere else for wasting our time.

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  7. Sherry

    Memphis / West Tennessee1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We sat on the river side; it was a nice night to enjoy the scenery. Juan Fernando was our amazing server; very attentive! Definitely a must to add to places to dine and relax by the water!

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  8. Heather

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great lunch! We ate inside but had a terrific view of the river. Food was tasty. Our favorite was the chocolate cake !

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  9. Mal

    Columbus1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing restaurant with a nice view. Very good server who gave good recommendations and got the food out quick because we were in a rush😊

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  10. Charles A

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We came to River Roast to celebrate my wife’s birthday, expecting a special night with a nice riverfront view. I specifically selected the patio when making the reservation, but when we arrived, we were told it was closed—even though the system still allowed us to request it. That completely ruined the vibe and tone of the evening. Instead of sitting along the river, we were placed in a dark back corner of the restaurant with no view, just a random TV playing the NFL Network. Not exactly what we had in mind for a birthday celebration. Service was also severely lacking. Our server was barely around—we didn’t even get a single water refill during the entire meal. We got the sense early on that we might not see him much, so the next time he did appear, we asked for boxes and the check just in case he vanished again. Unfortunately, we were right. As for the food—it was mediocre at best. I had the salmon with a side of carrots. The salmon was passable, but the carrots were awful: an odd salty-sweet combo that didn’t work, and they were tough to chew. My wife had the steak frites, which was equally forgettable. We ended up spending just over $100 and walked away completely underwhelmed. This felt like a wasted evening for a special occasion. We won’t be back, and I’d recommend others look elsewhere if you’re hoping for a meaningful dining experience.

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FAQs

River Roast offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 822-0100.

River Roast is rated 4.4 stars by 3454 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Chicago
  5. River North (Chicago)

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 210 times today
Google Map for River Roast

315 N LaSalle Blvd, Chicago, IL 60654

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Kinzie
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet is located on the east side of LaSalle, just north the LaSalle Street Bridge.
  • Public transit
    We are conveniently located near the Merchandise Mart Brown Line stop and the Clark and Lake Blue, Brown, Purple, Green, Orange & Pink Lines.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jason Qureshi
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    With stunning views of the river and downtown, River Roast Private Events offers an impressive setting for your next party or meeting.With six event spaces to choose from – each featuring sophisticated decor that pays tribute to the historical landmark building the restaurant is housed i
  • Private party contact
    Sales Manager: (855) 399-4084
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