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El Che Steakhouse & Bar

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$50 and over

Steakhouse

845 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607

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2 people

Apr 16, 2025

April 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 98 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Hot spot

Located just beyond the West Loop’s famed “restaurant row,” El Che Steakhouse & Bar is Chicago's go-to destination for steak, seafood, and live-fire cooking. The restaurant is modeled after Executive Chef/Partner John Manion’s fascination with Argentinean asados: traditional backyard barbecues surrounding the flame. A 12-foot custom-built grill serves as the centerpiece for this downtown asado which embraces South American-tinged meats, seasonal vegetables, fresh seafood, and of course, steak. The hearth also serves as the heart of the restaurant’s experiences such as dining at the Hearth Table.
Join us for happy hour at our cocktail bar, featuring signature cocktails and fiery bar bites or indulge in a glass of wine from the country’s only South American wine list. No matter what you choose, El Che Steakhouse & Bar delivers an authentic taste of Argentina in the heart of Chicago, seven nights a week.

For large groups, private events, or celebrations, email us info@elchechicago.com.

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Executive chef: John Manion

From the OpenTable editors: A live fire grill glows at the heart of El Che, a South American–inspired steakhouse lined with glossy black marble and tile that Chicago Magazine named one of the best restaurants in the city. Chef John Manion grew up for a few years in Brazil and got into asado grilling while traveling in Argentina. Come prepared to feast on seafood platters with charred lobster tails and the party steak, a 42-ounce wagyu flap with red and green chimichurri. Those in the know also appreciate the wine list, which exclusively showcases South American makers and won a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Argentinean, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(872) 320-4912
Website
http://elchechicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Semi-private dining room that seats up to 25 guests. Buyouts and large party reservations available. Please contact us at jboyer@elchebarchicago.com if interested.

Location
845 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607
Neighborhood
West Loop
Cross street
Between Green and Peoria
Parking details
There is a parking lot located directly across from the restaurant with limited availability. Street parking available, as well as valet services at Soho House around the corner on Green Street.
Public transit
CTA Green & Pink Lines -- Morgan CTA Blue Line -- Grand
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,206 people are saying

El Che Steakhouse & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

El Che Steakhouse & Bar offers an "authentic Argentinian" dining experience with "amazing salads" and "phenomenal" food. Guests rave about the "exceptional" service provided by attentive staff members like Marco and Nico, enhancing the overall experience. Known for its "exquisite" steaks and creative cocktails, El Che remains a must-visit spot in Chicago for an unforgettable meal.

2,206 Reviews

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Sarah
Greater Boston3 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Connor was our server. They gave fantastic recommendations for drinks, apps, mains, and dessert. I got the surf & turf. Great flavors! The crème brûlée was outstanding!
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Dean VIP
Chicago1 review
3.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Was good, but the Ribeye was $100, which I was more than willing to pay for but the quality of the steak was poor. Lots of sinew and fat, I love a ribeye, but I’m used to prime beef and assumed it would be at that price but I felt like I was served choice steak from Jewel. And even that would be ok if it was cooked well, but the meat was barely charred, just really pathetic and I had wanted to eat here for a while. Was too bad.
El Che Steakhouse & BarResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for the feedback, Dean. We're disappointed to hear that our live-fire cooking didn't meet your expectations. If you'd like to share more details about your experience, please reach out to info [@] elchebarchicago [.] com. We'd appreciate the opportunity to investigate service on our end and hit the mark for you next time. Best, The El Che Team
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Shantre
Chicago3 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I recently visited for happy hour, though it was not clearly stated that the happy hour specials were limited to the bar area. That aside, the customer service was exceptional. Our server was incredibly friendly, attentive, and helpful throughout our visit. I will definitely be returning.
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cynthia
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I would come back and dine here. My boyfriend and I loved the drinks and the steak was seasoned perfectly.
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Dianne
St. Louis5 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Authentic Argentinian restaurant! Not sure the bone marrow had any flavor beyond the chimmichura, despite all the hype. Amazing salads, empanadas crust best ever.
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Quinn VIP
Chicago12 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good oysters, good not amazing steak. Pricey but still good
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Danielle VIP
Chicago11 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 31, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Definitely wasn’t our typical El Che experience. Server seemed disinterested. Drinks were fine but steak wasn’t seasoned at all. It was beautifully cooked, just unseasoned. This week was the worst visit we’ve had in the space but we’ll definitely try again.
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K'Shea
Chicago8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, drinks, & service! Thank you as always.
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Jessica
Chicago4 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Such a nice restaurant. What a shame they allow people to where hats and whatever they want to dine in.
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Vanessa VIP
Chicago58 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were excellent. Marco was really attentive and he took the time to help me select gluten free items. We had a great experience and we look forward to going back!
El Che Steakhouse & BarResponded on April 1, 2025
Thank you for sharing such positive feedback with us, Vanessa! We're so glad Marco took good care of your table and ensured your dietary restrictions were met. Come dine with us again soon and let us know which dish was your favorite! Best, The El Che Team
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El Che Steakhouse & Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 2206 OpenTable diners.

El Che Steakhouse & Bar 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.

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 16, 2025

April 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 98 times today

845 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607

Additional information

Cross street
Between Green and Peoria
Neighborhood
West Loop
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Argentinean, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
There is a parking lot located directly across from the restaurant with limited availability. Street parking available, as well as valet services at Soho House around the corner on Green Street.
Public transit
CTA Green & Pink Lines -- Morgan CTA Blue Line -- Grand
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://elchechicago.com/
Phone number
(872) 320-4912
Private party facilities
Semi-private dining room that seats up to 25 guests. Buyouts and large party reservations available. Please contact us at jboyer@elchebarchicago.com if interested.

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Empanadas

Chorizo

Oysters

Classicos

Empanadas

Grilled Seafood

Oysters

Mar de Plata

Grilled Shellfish Parrillada

Meats

Chorizo

Sweetbreads

Marrow Bone

Tira de Asado

Charred Quail

Steaks

48oz Porterhouse RR Ranch Washington State$255.00

Creekstone Farms

8oz Filet & Dada Sauce$61.00

8oz Filet & 'Surf & Turf'$90.00

14oz Prime Center Cut Ribeye $69.00

32oz Prime Dry Aged Bone-In Ribeye$145.00

Sides

Beef Fat Fries

Papas Bravas

Japanese Sweet Potatoes

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