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The Walnut Room - Chicago, Chicago, IL

The Walnut Room - Chicago

4.6 (7851)
$31 to $50
American
111 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60602

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 15 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 7,851 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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.
7,851 Reviews

  1. Dominic VIP

    Chicago / Illinois4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    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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  2. Patricia VIP

    Chicago / Illinois19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    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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  3. Igor

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    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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  4. 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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  5. Debra

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is always a great experience! Service, food and atmosphere is charming. It is a warm and welcoming place. The ambiance is great and a good place to gather with friends or dates.

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  6. Julie VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I discovered the Walnut Room after engaging is peaceful protest at Daley Plaza. The menu has excellent offerings but my fave go to is their smash burger. It is absolutely delicious with perfect shoestring French fries. The service is always spot on and the ambiance is relaxing and restful.

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  7. Stephen VIP

    Chicago / Illinois63 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chicken salad/ fruit platter and the Chicken Pot Pie were outstanding! We had a nice table near the window. Pleasant waiter ……we’ll definitely be back

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  8. Michelle VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely love the historic Walnut Rome. We make sure to come every time we are in town from California. The lattes and homemade cinnamon rolls are divine. We recently had their BBQ chicken sandwich as one of their specials and would highly recommend.

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  9. Michelle

    San Francisco Bay Area28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The homemade cinnamon rolls were absolutely divine. These are served only on Sundays and would recommend to any cinnamon roll enthusiast.

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  10. Carol

    California Central Coast3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A trip back in time. Still fun and wonderful. Highly recommended.

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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 7851 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
9:00 PM
Booked 15 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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