Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago

4.6

9138 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

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2 people

Dec 12, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 93 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views
Great for fine wines

Riverfront dining in the heart of the Windy City. Join us for a magnificent meal on the water and let the good times flow. Ideal for gatherings of all sizes with easy access to parking, major hotels, and convention centers.

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 670-9900
Website
https://www.smithandwollensky.com/locations/chicago/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Victor Newgren
Catering
We have 7 different private dining rooms that will accommodate parties of 7 to 300 guests.
Private party facilities
Enjoy our dry aged USDA Prime Steaks that are hand cut on premises. We serve great seafood, an award winning wine selection. For meetings, holiday parties, wedding receptions and more, our luxurious rooms can accommodate events large and small and everything in between. Buyouts for up to 700.
Private party contact
Denise Malloy: (312) 670-9587

Location
318 North State St, Marina City, Chicago, IL 60654
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Cross street
North Bank of Chicago River
Parking details
Valet parking is offered directly in front of our entrance.
Public transit
State/Lake, Grand
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

GIGANTIC CHOCOLATE CAKE$15.00
Decadent, ten layer chocolate layer cake brushed with Baileys Irish Cream, chocolate mousse and covered with ganache.
COCONUT CREME CAKE$13.00
Toasted coconut, caramel, crisp coconut tuile.
NEW YORK STYLE CHEESECAKE$12.00
Creamy, traditional New York style cheesecake with a sweet graham cracker crust, served with a raspberry coulis.
WARM SKILLET CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE$11.00
Topped with vanilla ice cream.
VANILLA BEAN CREME BRULEE$11.00
Vanilla bean custard topped with caramelized sugar crust.
TABLESIDE BAKED ALASKA FOR TWO$18.00
Flambeed tableside, salted caramel ice cream, toasted Italian meringue.
SELECTION OF ICE CREAM & SORBET$10.00
Ask server for daily selection.
APPLE TART$12.00
flaky puff pastry, blackcurrant jam, granny smith apple, vanilla ice cream

LIQUID TREATS

KEY LIME PIE MARTINI$19.00
Licor 43, lime juice, pineapple juice, cream, graham cracker rim.
ESPRESSO MARTINI$19.00
Sobieski Vodka, Sobieski Vanilla Vodka, Caffe Borghetti Espresso Liqueur, The Irishman Irish Cream, fresh espresso.
NUTS & BERRIES$19.00
Baileys, Frangelico, Amaretto Disaronno, Chambord.

SPECIALTY COFFEES

IRISH COFFEE$18.00
Jameson Irish Whiskey, natural sugar, whipped cream.
MEXICAN COFFEE$18.00
Kahlua, cayenne simple syrup, whipped cream.
CHOCOLATE COFFEE$18.00
Mozart Chocolate Liqueur and Grand Marnier.
CHAPPAREL COFFEE$18.00
Baileys Irish Cream and Jameson Irish Whiskey.

DESSERT WINE

CYPRES DE CLIMENS SAUTERNES
- Glass$25.00
- Bottle$130.00
VILLA M BRACHETTO
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$61.00
VIN DE CONSTANCE
- Glass$47.00
- Bottle$195.00

PORT / MADEIRA (750 ML)

BROADBENT 10 YR. MAlMSEY MADEIRA
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$72.00
GRAHAM'S "SIX GRAPES" RIVER QUINTAS
- Glass$17.00
- Bottle$93.00
MILES 5 YR. RICH MALMSEY MADEIRA
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$71.00
WARRE'S 2008 LBV
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$89.00
WARRE'S "OPTIMA" 10 YR. TAWNY
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$74.00
WARRE'S "OPTIMA" 20 YR. TAWNY
- Glass$22.00
- Bottle$119.00

SINGLE MALTS

ARDBEG 10 YR$24.00
BALVENIE 14 YR.$38.00
BENRIACH 12 YR$20.00
BOWMORE 12 YR$24.00
BOWMORE 15 YR$32.00
BUNNAHABHAIN 12 YR$22.00
CAOL ILA 12 YR$31.00
CRAGGANMORE 12 YR$28.00
DALWHINNIE 15 YR$29.00
DEANSTON VIRGIN OAK$18.00
GLENDRONACH 12 YR$23.00
GLENLIVET 12 YR$18.00
GLENLIVET FOUNDER'S RESERVE$16.00
GLENMORANGIE 10 YR$18.00
GLENMORANGIE "QUINTA RUBIN" 14 YR$31.00
GLENNFIDDICH 12 YR$18.00
ISLE OF JURA 10 YR$21.00
LAPHROAIG 10 YR$22.00
TALISKER ISLE OF SKYE 10 YR$27.00
THE DALMORE 12 YR$26.00
THE DALMORE 15 YR$41.00

BLENDED SCOTCH

CHIVAS REGAL 12 YR$18.00
CHIVAS REGAL 25 YR$77.00
DEWAR'S 12 YR$17.00
DEWAR'S 15 YR$19.00
DEWAR'S WHITE LABEL$15.00
EPICUREAN LOWLAND BLEND$23.00
JOHNNIE WALKER BLACK$17.00
JOHNNIE WALKER BLUE$85.00
JOHNNIE WALKER RED$15.00

BOURBON & RYE

ANGEL'S ENVY BOURBON$18.00
BASIL HAYDEN'S$19.00
BELLE MEADE$17.00
BUFFALO TRACE BOURBON$18.00
ELIJAH CRAIG SMALL BATCH BOURBON$23.00
JEFFERSON'S RESERVE BOURBON$25.00
KNOB CREEK BOURBON AND RYE$17.00
KOVAL BOURBON AND RYE$18.00
MICHTER'S BOURBON AND RYE$19.00
WHISTLEPIG 10 YR RYE$31.00
WOODFORD RESERVE BOURBON$18.00
WOODINVILLE BOURBON AND RYE$16.00
YELLOW ROSE OUTLAW BOURBON$21.00

IRISH WHISKEY

BUSHMILLS "BLACK BUSH"$17.00
BUSHMILLS 21 YR$85.00
JAMESON$17.00
KINIHAN'S$16.00
MIDLETON "VERY RARE"$75.00
REDBREAST 12 YR$25.00
WEST CORK "BOURBON CASK"$15.00

CANADIAN WHISKEY

CROWN ROYAL$16.00
CROWN ROYAL RESERVE$24.00
LOT 40 RYE$16.00

NOTABLE SELECTIONS

AMARETTO DISARONNO$17.00
AMARO DELL ETNA$16.00
AMARO MONTENEGRO$14.00
FERNET BRANCA$15.00
GOSLING'S FAMILY RESERVE OLD RUM$22.00
HERRADURA AÑEJO TEQUILA$19.00
PATRON ANEJO TEQUILA$22.00
PATRON ALTO TEQUILA$56.00
RON ZACAPA 23 YR. SOLERA RUM$18.00

SPECIALTY AFTER-DINNER COGNAC

COURVOISIER VSOP$19.00
DELAMAIN RESERVE DE LA FAMILLE$71.00
HENNESSY "PRIVILEGE"$21.00
HENNESSY XO$90.00
KELT "TOUR DU MONDE" VSOP$21.00
MARTELL "CORDON BLEU"$53.00
MARTELL XO$80.00
PIERRE FERRAND "AMBRE"$19.00
PIERRE FERRAND "SELECTION DES ANGE" 30 YR$58.00
REMY MARTIN "TERCET"$38.00

ARMAGNAC & OTHERS

BUSNEL PAYS D'AUGE CALVADOS$17.00
CASTELLO BANFI GRAPPA$17.00
CHATEAU MANIBAN VS ARMAGNAC$17.00
DARON CALVADOS$15.00

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Before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy. *Items may be cooked to order. NOTE: Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

What 9,138 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse in Chicago offers an "amazing experience" with "excellent service" and a "fantastic view" of the river. Known for its "delicious food," including standout steaks and seafood, this classic steakhouse is perfect for special occasions. While some service inconsistencies were noted, many guests appreciate the "impeccable" attention and "wonderful atmosphere."

9,138 Reviews

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Mike
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dinner was fantastic. Small bump in the end that the handled amazingly. Will definitely go back.
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Aaron
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food ok, but nothing to write home about. Service was excellent, though.
Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our service and found it to be excellent. We're sorry to hear that you felt our food fell short of the mark. Your feedback is valuable to us and we will certainly take it into consideration as we continually strive to improve our dishes. We hope to see you again soon for a more satisfying dining experience!
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Steven
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were a party of seven for a holiday lunch, we had a great time and everyone was very friendly. The coconut cake is always worth it.
Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your party had a great time at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago during your holiday lunch. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our coconut cake as well. We strive to make every visit memorable with our friendly staff and delicious food, and your kind words are a testament to that. We look forward to welcoming you back for more celebrations!
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Alicia
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent selection, excellent food, excellent service!!!
Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for giving us a perfect rating! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our selection, food, and service. We always strive to provide an excellent dining experience for our guests at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more delicious meals and excellent service!
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Diego
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Five star customer service will definitely be returning. They treated our anniversary with VIP treatment.
Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago. It's wonderful to know that our anniversary VIP treatment made your special day even more memorable. We're also glad that you found our food and service to be top-notch. We look forward to your next visit!
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Lindsay
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious and a wonderful view of the river. Will be back again!
Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for the feedback, LindsayP! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our delicious steak and had a wonderful view of the river. We always strive to provide an exceptional dining experience and your review reaffirms our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back to Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago soon.
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tonya
Minneapolis
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Beautiful evening celebrating our anniversary with a great table and view. Food was excellent but our dirty martinis were off a bit. (Olive brine was odd tasting) Wine selection was top notch! Service was great too!
Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for the review, TonyaE! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your evening at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago. It's great to know that our food and wine selection met your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and will definitely take it into consideration. Looking forward to serving you again!
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David
Chicago
64 reviews
vip
5.0
64 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent menu, steaks were awesome. Service was 5-Star and the staff is very attentive and friendly. Wine and cocktail selections are superb.
Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
Hey DavidT, Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our menu and steaks. It's great to know that our team's 5-star service and friendly staff added to your experience. We're also delighted that you found our wine and cocktail selections to your liking. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we look forward to welcoming you back to Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago soon.
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Bernice
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent fine dining experience. Jen who helped us throughout our dining was a true Gem!! We celebrated 21 years of marriage and it will truly be one to remember! I highly recommend for a special night out.
Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for visiting us at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago! We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent dining experience and that we could be a part of your special night out. It's wonderful to know that you chose us for the special occasion and that we could make it memorable. We're also glad to hear that you found our food to be top-notch. We strive to provide exceptional service and we're glad to know that we hit the mark during your visit. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again.
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Karina
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great, the server was great. The prices are what you’d expect so not shocking. Great views as well.
Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for visiting us at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We're also glad you appreciated the great views and found our prices to be in line with what you'd expect. We're always aiming to provide a memorable experience for our guests. We hope to see you again soon!
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FAQs

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 670-9900.

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago is rated 4.6 stars by 9138 OpenTable diners.

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago 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

Dec 12, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 93 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago

318 North State St, Marina City, Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

Cross street
North Bank of Chicago River
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet parking is offered directly in front of our entrance.
Public transit
State/Lake, Grand
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Victor Newgren
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.smithandwollensky.com/locations/chicago/
Phone number
(312) 670-9900
Catering
We have 7 different private dining rooms that will accommodate parties of 7 to 300 guests.
Private party facilities
Enjoy our dry aged USDA Prime Steaks that are hand cut on premises. We serve great seafood, an award winning wine selection. For meetings, holiday parties, wedding receptions and more, our luxurious rooms can accommodate events large and small and everything in between. Buyouts for up to 700.
Private party contact
Denise Malloy: (312) 670-9587

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Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Chicago

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

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GIGANTIC CHOCOLATE CAKE

WAGYU FILET MIGNON

SIGNATURE FILET MIGNON 10 OZ

DESSERTS

GIGANTIC CHOCOLATE CAKE$15.00

COCONUT CREME CAKE$13.00

NEW YORK STYLE CHEESECAKE$12.00

WARM SKILLET CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE$11.00

VANILLA BEAN CREME BRULEE$11.00

TABLESIDE BAKED ALASKA FOR TWO$18.00

SELECTION OF ICE CREAM & SORBET$10.00

APPLE TART$12.00

LIQUID TREATS

KEY LIME PIE MARTINI$19.00

ESPRESSO MARTINI$19.00

NUTS & BERRIES$19.00

SPECIALTY COFFEES

IRISH COFFEE$18.00

MEXICAN COFFEE$18.00

CHOCOLATE COFFEE$18.00

CHAPPAREL COFFEE$18.00

DESSERT WINE

CYPRES DE CLIMENS SAUTERNES

VILLA M BRACHETTO

VIN DE CONSTANCE

PORT / MADEIRA (750 ML)

BROADBENT 10 YR. MAlMSEY MADEIRA

GRAHAM'S "SIX GRAPES" RIVER QUINTAS

MILES 5 YR. RICH MALMSEY MADEIRA

WARRE'S 2008 LBV

WARRE'S "OPTIMA" 10 YR. TAWNY

WARRE'S "OPTIMA" 20 YR. TAWNY

SINGLE MALTS

ARDBEG 10 YR$24.00

BALVENIE 14 YR.$38.00

BENRIACH 12 YR$20.00

BOWMORE 12 YR$24.00

BOWMORE 15 YR$32.00

BUNNAHABHAIN 12 YR$22.00

CAOL ILA 12 YR$31.00

CRAGGANMORE 12 YR$28.00

DALWHINNIE 15 YR$29.00

DEANSTON VIRGIN OAK$18.00

GLENDRONACH 12 YR$23.00

GLENLIVET 12 YR$18.00

GLENLIVET FOUNDER'S RESERVE$16.00

GLENMORANGIE 10 YR$18.00

GLENMORANGIE "QUINTA RUBIN" 14 YR$31.00

GLENNFIDDICH 12 YR$18.00

ISLE OF JURA 10 YR$21.00

LAPHROAIG 10 YR$22.00

TALISKER ISLE OF SKYE 10 YR$27.00

THE DALMORE 12 YR$26.00

THE DALMORE 15 YR$41.00

BLENDED SCOTCH

CHIVAS REGAL 12 YR$18.00

CHIVAS REGAL 25 YR$77.00

DEWAR'S 12 YR$17.00

DEWAR'S 15 YR$19.00

DEWAR'S WHITE LABEL$15.00

EPICUREAN LOWLAND BLEND$23.00

JOHNNIE WALKER BLACK$17.00

JOHNNIE WALKER BLUE$85.00

JOHNNIE WALKER RED$15.00

BOURBON & RYE

ANGEL'S ENVY BOURBON$18.00

BASIL HAYDEN'S$19.00

BELLE MEADE$17.00

BUFFALO TRACE BOURBON$18.00

ELIJAH CRAIG SMALL BATCH BOURBON$23.00

JEFFERSON'S RESERVE BOURBON$25.00

KNOB CREEK BOURBON AND RYE$17.00

KOVAL BOURBON AND RYE$18.00

MICHTER'S BOURBON AND RYE$19.00