Taste 222

4.8 (299)

$31 to $50

American

222 N Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606

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2 people

May 4, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for business meals

Taste 222 is the storefront showcase of Cleveland Avenue, a venture capital and consulting firm that invests in remarkable food, beverage and restaurant concepts.

Taste 222 is a restaurant and event space focusing on unique experiences with an upscale vibe. We are a full-service restaurant with rich beverage and culinary offerings set in a beautiful space reminiscent of home.

We provide “Cheers”- like service. We know our customers’ names, their orders...we HUG! With a family-like atmosphere, Taste 222 provides great service, and delicious, comforting food in a warm and sophisticated environment.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary Southern, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–7:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 383-6620
Website
https://www.taste222chicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jonathan Trubow
Catering
Catering available for pick-up or delivery, see our website for more details!
Private party facilities
Looking for an upscale and unique venue for your next social, corporate or civic event? Taste 222 is an intimate restaurant and gathering place where we celebrate innovative food and beverages with exceptional cuisine, service, and ambiance. We are located in the Fulton River District of downtown Chicago, just West of the river.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
222 N Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606
Neighborhood
West Loop
Cross street
Canal/Lake/Milwaukee
Parking details
230 North Canal Street Parking (1-minute walk, south on Canal Street) Taste 222 will be on your right
Public transit
Clinton Subway Station, CTA Green, and Pink Lines Distance Ogilvie Transportation Center (North Western Metra Station) Metra Lines: Union Pacific North (UP-N), Union Pacific West (UP-W) and Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW)Merchandise Mart | CTA Brown and Purple Express LinesClark & Lake CTA Station
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

BBQ Bone In Chicken Breast
Amish chicken, molasses BBQ, sweet potato & kale hash
Ancho Glazed Salmon
Faroe Island salmon, baby spinach, fennel, ancho honey glaze, tomatillo crème
Blackened Catfish
Farm raised Mississippi catfish filet, blackening spices, braised collard greens, watermelon pico de gallo

Dessert

Peanut Butter Pie
Peanut butter mousse, Oreo crumble crust, toffee, chocolate & caramel drizzle
Key Lime Pie
Florida Key lime custard, graham cracker crust, whipped cream, citrus zest

What 299 people are saying

Taste 222 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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago
Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Taste 222 is a culinary gem offering "great food, ambiance, and service." Known for dishes like the "amazing" shrimp and grits and "phenomenal" caesar salad with cajun shrimp, it delights with "quick" service and a "warm and welcoming" atmosphere. Diners appreciate its attentive staff and "affordable" pricing.

299 Reviews

J
J.
Chicago4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing! I try something new everytime I visit. From the drinks to the food! A must visit for anyone seeking something different in the City.
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Daniel
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on April 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had the blackened salmon which was expertly cooked, had a wonderful presentation and tasted great. My colleague had the cob salad which was also very good.
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William VIP
Chicago6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, food, and value. Cannot beat that.
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Ajhera
Chicago8 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My first experience was amazing. The server was very polite and attentive and the food was amazing.
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Corwin VIP
Chicago10 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great dining experience by great staff and great food.
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Corwin VIP
Chicago10 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dining experience as always. Delicious food and excellent service.
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Richard
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on March 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant was clean. Staff was polite and attentive. The food was outstanding.
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Claudia VIP
Chicago11 reviews
1.0
Dined on March 18, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I love this place, I really do. We go to or order from regularly in the evening as it is close and food is reliably good. BUT, I took a friend to lunch yesterday. With a reservation we were seated in the back bar by the obnoxious wall of tv screens. The guests in line behind us were seated in the front room...WHAT??? I objected but no effort was made to accommodate us. My friend ordered the steak frites med/rare, the steak came well done. At 1:30 (we had a 12:30 reservation) the staff began removing chairs and table. It appeared the were preparing to set up for an event? We finished our meal and conversation amidst the chaos of the teardown. No one came to our table to see if they could accommodate us in a quieter part of the restaurant. Unacceptable. Those of who dine at your establishment are paying guests. Please remember that without us you do not have a reason to exist.
Taste 222Responded on March 21, 2025
Hi Claudia: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your recent lunch visit. We were disappointed to hear that you encountered some issues, especially since you've enjoyed dining with us in the past! We were indeed setting up for an event and are sorry that caused a disruption to your lunch. We strive to provide a consistently welcoming atmosphere for everyone, and it is clear we fell short on this occasion. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and dissatisfaction you experienced. We value you as a customer and would appreciate the opportunity to make things right. Thank you again for bringing this to our attention. Taste 222
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Whitney VIP
Chicago18 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience at Taste 222. I had a caesar salad with cajun shrimp and cornbread croutons. Phenomenal.
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Samantha
Jacksonville5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing and service was quick! Very nice and knowledgeable servers.
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FAQs

Taste 222 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 383-6620.

Taste 222 is rated 4.8 stars by 299 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

May 4, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

222 N Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Canal/Lake/Milwaukee
Neighborhood
West Loop
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–7:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary Southern, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
230 North Canal Street Parking (1-minute walk, south on Canal Street) Taste 222 will be on your right
Public transit
Clinton Subway Station, CTA Green, and Pink Lines Distance Ogilvie Transportation Center (North Western Metra Station) Metra Lines: Union Pacific North (UP-N), Union Pacific West (UP-W) and Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW)Merchandise Mart | CTA Brown and Purple Express LinesClark & Lake CTA Station
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jonathan Trubow
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.taste222chicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 383-6620
Catering
Catering available for pick-up or delivery, see our website for more details!
Private party facilities
Looking for an upscale and unique venue for your next social, corporate or civic event? Taste 222 is an intimate restaurant and gathering place where we celebrate innovative food and beverages with exceptional cuisine, service, and ambiance. We are located in the Fulton River District of downtown Chicago, just West of the river.

Taste 222

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Menu

Salad

Farmhouse Salad

Cobb Salad

Entrée

BBQ Bone In Chicken Breast

Ancho Glazed Salmon

Blackened Catfish

Dessert

Peanut Butter Pie

Key Lime Pie

What 299 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Taste 222 offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Taste 222 restaurant rated?

Is Taste 222 currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information