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Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago, Chicago, IL

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago

4.7 (9337)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
318 North State St, Marina City, Chicago, IL 60654

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 97 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for business meals
Riverfront dining in the heart of the Windy City. Join us for a magnificent meal on the water and let the good times flow. Ideal for gatherings of all sizes with easy access to parking, major hotels, and convention centers.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    John Schneider
  • Catering
    We have 8 different private dining rooms that will accommodate parties of 7 to 300 guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy our dry aged USDA Prime Steaks that are hand cut on premises. We serve great seafood, an award winning wine selection. For meetings, holiday parties, wedding receptions and more, our luxurious rooms can accommodate events large and small and everything in between. Buyouts for up to 700.
  • Private party contact
    Denise Malloy: (312) 670-9587
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross street
    North Bank of Chicago River
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is offered directly in front of our entrance.
  • Public transit
    State/Lake, Grand
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 9,337 people are saying

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse in Chicago impresses with "fantastic food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the "beautiful view" of the river, making it ideal for special occasions. While the steaks are a highlight, the diverse menu and attentive staff ensure memorable dining experiences. Expect a premium price, but an experience "worth every penny."

9,337 Reviews
  1. Sharon

    Chicago7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved everything about S&W, they are an outstanding long stand establishment that never gets old!
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded today
    Hey Sharon, We're thrilled to hear that you had an outstanding experience at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago! It's always a pleasure to know that our guests love coming back and that they appreciate our long-standing commitment to excellence. We're especially glad that you had a great time dining with us and enjoyed everything from our food to our service. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you back soon!

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  2. Jose

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mi segunda casa cuando estoy en Chicago. Todo "Top"
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded today
    Thank you for your review. We are so pleased you enjoyed dining with us and hope to serve you again soon!!

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  3. Mario

    Unspecified4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Steaks awesome, sides really on the side, overall the place is awesome, its a classic and everything on point with the service. Minor details but pretty good as usual.
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Mario! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our steaks and sides. It's wonderful to know that our efforts to maintain our classic standards are appreciated. We're also glad that our service met your expectations. We hope to see you back at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago soon!

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  4. Charlotte

    Chicago7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very welcoming and great food celebrating our special event. I would highly recommend.
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Charlotte! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago. It's great to know that our food was a hit and that you would recommend us for special occasions. We strive to make every visit a memorable one and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We can't wait to welcome you back for more celebrations and memorable meals.

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  5. Ronald

    St. Louis15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic doesn’t describe the complete experience at Smith and Wollensky. From the service to the salad, steak, and sides everything was perfect!!! We would wholeheartedly recommend to anyone. Thanks for an unforgettable experience!!!

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  6. Suzie VIP

    Chicago59 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! I booked this for my birthday. They over look the river, even though I requested a window view a couple months ago, I did get a seat close by. Food was amazing and so was the service! Thank you Dave!
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Suzie! We're thrilled to hear that you chose Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago for your birthday celebration and that you enjoyed the view from our restaurant. It's wonderful to know that our food and service met your expectations. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  7. Stella

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was incredible and the staff was very hospitable!
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Stella! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our staff hospitable. It's always our goal to provide a memorable dining experience, and it sounds like we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your 5-star rating and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  8. Dr.

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    No reason to respond here! Every thing was just fine!
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Dr.! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago. It's great to know that our food and service met your expectations. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We appreciate your high ratings and look forward to serving you again soon.

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  9. Darryln

    Chicago1 review

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience there was great and we requested a window seat to enjoy the view and we couldn’t have had a better waiter Andre was the best!!
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Darryln! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the view and had a great experience at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago. It's wonderful to know that our team made your visit even better. We strive to provide top-notch service and it's great to hear that we hit the mark for you. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  10. Natalie VIP

    Louisville4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Andre was a fabulous waiter. Very attentive and explained menu items well.
    Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Natalie. We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience with our service. It's great to know that our team was able to explain the menu items well. We noticed your rating on value and we sincerely apologize if it seemed like we did not meet your expectations. Your feedback is invaluable to us and we'll certainly take it into consideration. We hope to see you again soon at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago.

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FAQs

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 670-9900.

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago is rated 4.7 stars by 9337 OpenTable diners.

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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
7:00 PM
Booked 97 times today
Google Map for Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago

318 North State St, Marina City, Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

  • Cross street
    North Bank of Chicago River
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is offered directly in front of our entrance.
  • Public transit
    State/Lake, Grand
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    John Schneider
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We have 8 different private dining rooms that will accommodate parties of 7 to 300 guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy our dry aged USDA Prime Steaks that are hand cut on premises. We serve great seafood, an award winning wine selection. For meetings, holiday parties, wedding receptions and more, our luxurious rooms can accommodate events large and small and everything in between. Buyouts for up to 700.
  • Private party contact
    Denise Malloy: (312) 670-9587
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