Chef Art Smith's Reunion

4.2

719 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Charming
Lively
Great for outdoor dining

Dining together allows us to better understand who we are, regardless of our social status. The food does not have to be elegant, complicated, or fancy. We find that busy people like simple food—the busier they are, the simpler the food. Our menu is straightforward, down-home Southern food with a few more contemporary dishes.

Getting back to the table allows us to love and nurture each other and renew connections to our families—however they may be configured—in this diverse and ever-changing society. Such connections are crucial in a fast-paced world where we feel more disconnected every day. One of the best ways we know how to restore that daily balance is to sit down at our table.

We should all think about returning to the sanctity of the table, where we can rebuild our families whether they be given or chosen, and reconnect with those we love and choose to love. Our table is a familiar, uncomplicated, friendly place where we can celebrate.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 224-1415
Website
http://www.reunionrestaurants.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Art Smith

Location
700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Neighborhood
Lakeshore East
Cross street
Located at the front of Navy Pier.
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
The CTA stop is located across the street from the restaurant.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 719 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.1Service
4.3Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chef Art Smith's Reunion offers "the best fried chicken" and a delightful "Southern cooking experience." Guests rave about the "amazing hush puppies" and "delicious biscuits." The outdoor dining area at Navy Pier is a highlight, making it a perfect spot for a summer meal. Service is generally attentive, enhancing the overall dining experience.

719 Reviews

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Amy
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Being from Chicago, I was a bit skeptical about a restaurant at Navy Pier. But we have enjoyed Blue Door Kitchen and Garden and decided to give Reunion a try before heading to the 'theatre.' What a wonderful surprise! It's a lovely unpretentious space. We thoroughly enjoyed the prixe fix theatre menu. We started with the Division Bell cocktail, which was great, of course, with mezcal and a cherry. We had the deviled eggs and crab cake, both delicious Southern classics. Then we had the caesar salad and brussels sprouts with kale, again both delicious. The brussels sprout and kale were blended with pecans, bacon and parmesan. What's not to love about that combination? Then we had the spring pasta and the salmon with brussels sprouts and sweet potato (roasted and delicious). The salmon was cooked to perfection. The pasta was fresh and full flavored with rich pesto. I'm not a big fan of desserts but thoroughly enjoyed the hummingbird cupcake. Husband loved the key lime--the aroma alone was amazing. Half-price bottle of wine (Wednesdays, it seems) added to the enjoyment. And finally, our server was wonderful, and the chef warmly visited each table. Chef is humble, kind, and clearly very talented. We live in Chicago and will gladly return to Reunion, especially before enjoying a play.
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CEG88
Greater Boston
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been to Chef Art’s Homecomin in Florida, so we were quite excited to learn there was a similar restaurant in Chicago. The fried chicken was just as delicious as it is in Florida and our waitress was a delight. I forget her name, but she is originally from NJ.
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Carol
Chicago
40 reviews
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pre-theater dining on the pier. Three out of four of us went with the signature fried chicken dinner. If you want to splurge on a fried dinner, this is the place to do it. The coating was crispy without being greasy and the meat was moist and flavorful. The mashed potatoes were buttery and had a nice smooth texture. We were warned about the very generous portions of the desserts and were not disappointed. One delicious piece of key lime pie split four ways. A great end to our meal.
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Cliff
Kansas City
21 reviews
vip
3.0
21 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food great, Server seemed distracted and wasn't attentive.
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Judy
Chicago
53 reviews
vip
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great menu. Lovely setting. Delicious preparation. Attentive wait staff. Perfect before/after any Chicago Shakespeare Theater performance or visit to Navy Pier.
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bob
Chicago
15 reviews
vip
3.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Music was excessively loud! It was so loud our waiter complained that it made it hard to hear our orders. We had difficulty hearing each other. We asked twice before they turned it down. The food is ok, not great, so the experience was negatively affected by the loud music. There is no need for loud music — it’s a restaurant not a concert!
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Marcia
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
If you are looking for homestyle food that will leave you feeling good do not hesitate to visit Chef Art Smiths Reunion. It holds true to its name and joined with friends and family the reunion will be fun filled with amazing food and drinks!!! Let me tell you if I could go daily to have the grits for sure.
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Maikel
New York City
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
If you are looking for a similar experience as Chef Art's in Orlando this menu unfortunately falls short. The food was solid but nothing worth revisiting.
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Elizabeth
Chicago
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. Chicken tenders and mac and cheese are the best
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Joe
Chicago
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the place to gather for a good meal at a good price. There is something for everyone.
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FAQs

Chef Art Smith's Reunion offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 224-1415.

Chef Art Smith's Reunion is rated 4.2 stars by 719 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

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700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Located at the front of Navy Pier.
Neighborhood
Lakeshore East
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
The CTA stop is located across the street from the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Art Smith
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.reunionrestaurants.com/
Phone number
(312) 224-1415

Chef Art Smith's Reunion

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Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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What 719 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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