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The Walnut Room - Chicago, Chicago, IL

The Walnut Room - Chicago

4.4
4.4
4647 Reviews
$31 to $50
American


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.

The Walnut Room also offers private dining/ catering for any occasion! Please email us at walnutroom@macys.com for more information.




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2 people

11:30 PM


Booked 13 times today
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Private dining

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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    American, Vegetarian, Wine Bar

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–7:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (312) 781-3139

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Brad Saylor

  • 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

  • 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, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,647 people are saying

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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. MarkC

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great out of the way place for lunch. Beautiful room. Try the meatloaf!
  2. AitorM

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great historic place, ambiance is beautiful and of course great food.
  3. Ernie

    Coastal Georgia

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    The Walnut room was once a grand place but it has seen better days. Everything we ordered was delicious and the staff was very very nice and the once Marshall fields/no Macy’s is a beautiful building. It is on the seventh floor surrounded by closed small restaurants and a desolate array of small departments of retail. So pretty much looks abandoned. A huge space with a little to no people in there. I would love to see it lively, filled with people enjoying this once great space. We have the French onion soup, the walnut burger and the fried chicken and it was all delicious.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My Fairy Brunch experience with my granddaughter and daughters was excellent. The fairies were awesome and took “lots” of time with my granddaughter. The staff was pleasant and accommodating. This is my second time at the Walnut Room and definitely not my last. Our family is looking forward to Christmas Brunch. Thank you for giving my family such a wonderful experience
  5. KirstenB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was fun! My whole family enjoyed it. We were there for a special occasion and the staff made it special!
  6. LindaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice atmosphere. Went for brunch. Nice options. Food was good.
  7. KimCJ

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The food was great - we had the pot pie (of course). We had a couple of glitches (dirty spoon and glass, and incorrect soup, which were quickly remedied), but overall we really enjoyed our experience!
  8. SandraR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter was friendly, efficient, accommodating, polite and awesome!👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
  9. Enjoyed

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I brought a friend with health problems. The waitress was so kind and helpful. The menu was attractive. It was the perfect place to come and bring someone. The room was quiet and the waitress gave us a nice table. It was a lovely time.
  10. Reuben

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the Walnut Room. Food was well done, and Jose served us extremely well. Would definitely go again.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Loved the Walnut Room classic Chicago dinning experience. Food was good really loved the Key Lime pie, my wife thought the salmon was really good but portion a bit skimpy.
  12. Lijulphfu

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience1
    Low value event and experience due to lack of decor in a luxury intended space and sparse portions of food served. Dessert menu was lacking. Very amateur.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fabulous! Everything was perfect! See you for our third year next year!
  14. DavidM

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the Mother’s Day brunch at the walnut room. The food was excellent and we had a great time . Will go back for sure
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter was amazing! The food was outstanding!!
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We always go for the chicken pot pie. Excellent. Service was above average.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a great place! I used to only come for Easter with my family but “visiting home” from Arizona this time and went during the week for no occasion other than to get great food. Food was so good as always. We were some of the only people in the restaurant this time which was a huge difference compared to Easter time so noise level was extremely low. Definitely make it a priority to go to when in Chicago for a short while.
  18. RicardoM

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A very nice lunch experience, with a lovely server and a simply fantastic meatloaf meal, with wonderful mashed potatoes and green beans, with a few nice crunchy onion rings and delicious sauce.
  19. TishP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My family and I had a wonderful time. My mother used to work in the Walnut room
  20. JOBO

    Chicago

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Go to the Walnut Room. The food was fantastic and the service was so great. It is such a lovely room. There were not many people there when we went so only pry if the room was in use, which was sad because it’s such a great place. I would go back again for sure!
  21. LindaS

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The restaurant is conveniently located to the Nederlander Theater which makes it a perfect choice for a pre-show meal.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the food, service, and ambience. Highly recommend this spot.
  23. barfive

    Chicago

    31 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    An extraordinary value for its location in the Loop. So convenient for theater and CSO. The famous chicken pot pie is still the best you will ever eat.
  24. AbbeyS

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was an amazing experience. Easy to make reservations and check in.
  25. Suzette

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    This iconic restaurant is large and unfortunately largely empty. It’s nonetheless a quiet, comfortable space, and the service is very good. The menu is limited to several items, none of which are particularly appealing, and the food itself is just so so, though we did not happen to try any desserts at the time if our most recent visit.
  26. RichardS

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I limited menu but delicious food. Very quiet Thursday night dinner around 6 pm. Every time I’ve eaten at the Walnut Room I have enjoyed the food. Highly recommend the smash burger. Have also enjoyed their vegetarian roast as well as the meatloaf dinner.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great gathering location! Fun fun fun soliciting back in time wonderful host delicious
  28. SylviaV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Walnut room's petite salad was so delicious that with every bite, we wanted more. The meatloaf made with spinach and pine nuts was so good we decided we had to come back specifically to order this and the petite salad. The waiter was wonderful with his recommendations of the dishes and answering our questions. He was so polite and just the perfect server.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had lunch with family after visiting the Museum of Illusion across the street. Great service, great food and great kids’ menu!!!
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Everything was fine, but it was cold. as in the room temperature.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience5
    The service was really slow and the food was just mediocre. What you're paying for is being in a historic beautiful restaurant. Other than that, not so impressive. Not recommended if you're looking for a great meal.
  32. CherylM

    Denver

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    This was a wonderful nostalgic restaurant for dinner before going to the theater. Our service was excellent and the food was pretty good.
  33. nightout

    Chicago

    70 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Walnut Room is a must go to for an evening in the city. The restaurant is elegant and beautiful. The service is outstanding. The menu is not extensive but does have good choices. The prices are very reasonable. What a wonderful place to dine.
  34. SusanL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice as sat along windows & not a large crowd when we arrived before our concert
  35. mpm6

    Chicago

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Walnut Room remains a hidden Gem for Dinner ! It is a Great Restaurant with Rich History and is Perfect before the Theatre !
  36. KayC

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience5
    The space was very nice, but clearly not intended for a business lunch. Service was pleasant and helpful. However, it wasn’t fast so the lunch took longer than would be ideal for a mid workday meal.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Food was Amazing!! The service was Awesome! The Ambiance was Just Right! We Enjoyed it!
  38. APM1

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience1
    Walnut Room has really gone downhill over the years! It all looked very dated and the carpet was filthy. It was great for small children as could run around and no one seemed to care. The food was not good. There was no one at the parfait station abd kids were using their dirty spoons to get more yogurt and pick through the fruit. Pretty cheap for an Easter buffet, but will just pay more and go somewhere nice next year.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Went for Easter brunch, everything was nice but was really hot in the restaurant.
  40. BeverlyH

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was excellent; very professional and friendly. The buffet food could have been just a tad bit warmer. It didn't seem like those silver food holders really kept the food very warm, but the quality and variety of the selections was outstanding.

FAQs

The Walnut Room - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 781-3139.

The Walnut Room - Chicago is rated 4.4 stars by 4647 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

11:30 PM


Booked 13 times today
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 Daily 3:00 pm–7:00 pm

  • 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

    Brad Saylor

  • Additional

    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (312) 781-3139

  • 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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