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The Perfect Place to Fall in Love - Chemistry, Chicago, IL

Chemistry

4.5 (1812)
$31 to $50
American
5121 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 147 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for live music
  • Lively
Located in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood, Chemistry is Chicago's premier Black-owned Steakhouse! Enjoy the most delicious steak while experiencing excellent white-glove service. Chemistry exemplifies black excellence at its finest.

When the creator of Chemistry first started dating, he wondered "If there were only a place that was breathtaking upon entry, amazing live bands and DJ's, delicious photographable food, good service, along with a place to get up and dance," he’d show up as much as his pockets could afford. However that place didn’t exist, until now. Chemistry, the perfect mix of a high-end late-night steakhouse, booming brunch spot, and tantalizing nightlife vibes all created to be the perfect place to experience love!

*Large Parties over 12 are unable to make an online reservation. Please email your request to reservations@chemistrychicago.com

Please note: We are not open for dinner service on Friday nights

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 6:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 7:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–1:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Please Email your request to reservations@chemistrychicago.com

Offers

  • 🔥 LIT Sunday Brunch Buffet 🔥

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:00 AM - 1:45 PM
    Join us on Sundays at either 11am or 1pm for our LIT Sunday Brunch Buffet - only $55 per person 🔥

What 1,812 people are saying

Chemistry 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chemistry offers an exuberant dining experience with "great food and great music." Guests appreciate the live band and DJ, creating a lively atmosphere. The staff is praised for being "friendly" and "attentive," while the ambience and service are "10/10." Perfect for special occasions, though some find it "a bit pricey."
1,813 Reviews
  1. De’Mario

    Chicago2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good but a bit overpriced. Service was exceptional and vibe and look was 5 star. Only thing I wish they were able to split checks as needed for large parties.

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  2. Alexis

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good but they could’nt keep up lamb chops or chicken. You only get 90 minutes for your reservation and I my drink didn’t come until the end of my 90 minutes that I had already paid for. It was my birthday and I had a pretty big group but splitting the bill seemed to be an unorganized problem.. Besides those things it was a vibe maybe I will try them again when Beyoncé isn’t in town.

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  3. Aisha

    Chicago3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was mid. Definitely not worth the price. I was told this by a few people that I knew that has been here before and wanted to give it a try myself. The ambiance was nice, music was and dj had the place turnt, but music was so loud you had to yell for others you were either to hear you. Overall a good place if you just want a few mimosa and music but otherwise, definitely not worth the price and my sisters who attended with me agreed.

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  4. Shenice VIP

    Miami9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an amazing waiter Pierre B! Came to Chicago for the Beyoncé concert and vacation with my mom and had to visit the local spots. Bar far one of the best experiences I have had. Food was amazing, came out fast and hot! Drinks were definitely delicious. But my waiter was even better he was very attentive and got the order perfect!

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  5. Larenze

    Orlando2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow! Great experience at Chemistry. The VIBE, the Food and the drinks was on point. Love that they stay true to the name in keeping the theme. The servers call themselves Chemist, getting your drink mixed up. On a Saturday night they have a DJ so it can be really loud, but worth the vibe.

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  6. Destini

    Memphis/West TN1 review

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This place had too many unnecessary fees, we were put out of our seats before our 90 minutes was up to give others our seats, they charged us for something we didn’t ask for me. They were very rude and we were singled out to leave even though there others was there way longer than us. This was one of the worst restaurants I ever been too

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  7. Alicia

    Richmond1 review

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    **Review: Mixed Feelings About a Great Place** I recently dined at this establishment, and I must say, the food was truly great! Every dish we ordered was delicious and well-prepared, making for a wonderful culinary experience. However, my enjoyment was overshadowed by a disappointing policy regarding dining time. We were given only 90 minutes to eat and drink, which felt incredibly rushed, especially considering the significant amount we spent. It’s disheartening to feel pressured to leave when the food is so good. Dining out should be an enjoyable experience, not a race against the clock. I strongly urge the management to reconsider this policy. Paying customers shouldn’t be made to feel like they need to hurry through their meals. A more relaxed dining atmosphere would certainly enhance the overall experience.

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  8. Olay

    Washington DC2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Let me start by saying I was genuinely impressed by how quickly we received our food after placing our order for a party of four. Everything was hot, fresh, and clearly made to order, which I really appreciated. We visited on a Thursday evening around 9:30 p.m. The ambience was decent and shows real potential. It feels like the original design aimed for a upscale vibe, but somewhere along the way, that vision got a bit lost. Few tweaks could really elevate the atmosphere. The on-site DJ played a great mix of R\&B, which added energy to the space. However, the volume was overwhelmingly loud. We couldn’t carry on a conversation without raising our voices, and even our waiter had to shout just to communicate. In an age where more people are sensitive to noise and overstimulation, this is definitely something worth rethinking. I absolutely loved the idea of the question cards on the tables, they’re such a fun and thoughtful touch, perfect for sparking conversation with your date or group. Unfortunately, the loud music made it nearly impossible to enjoy them. Overall, the food and service were good, but the experience would be greatly improved with a better balance between energy and comfort. I look forward to seeing how it evolves during my next visit to Chicago.

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  9. Margo

    Houston1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The live musicians were a nice touch; our overall experience was great! Glad we decided on coming, the reason why I gave the service 3 starts is because we were not asked if we’d like desert and there is a time limit which made our experience feel rushed.

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  10. Kimyatta

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff and food was amazing will definitely be coming back soon

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FAQs

Chemistry does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Chemistry is rated 4.5 stars by 1812 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. Hyde Park

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5121 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 6:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 7:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–1:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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