The Kitchen American Bistro - Chicago

4.6

1826 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Innovative
Great for creative cocktails

The Kitchen American Bistro in River North offers an imaginative array of globally-inspired shared plates & killer drinks crafted in a stylish, casual space.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 836-1300
Website
https://www.thekitchen.com/location/the-kitchen-chicago/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
316 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Cross street
The Chicago River
Parking details
Though street parking in River North can be very tricky, Pay for Parking lots do exist, as well as our valet service along Clark Street (north of the restaurant entrance).
Public transit
By Train: Clark/Lake Stop - Blue, Orange, Pink, Green, Brown Lines (.02mi South), State/Lake Stop - Red LineBy Bus: 22 Clark StreetBy River: Chicago Water Taxi
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

New Years Eve on the River!
Dec 31, 2024 only
Ring in the New Years Eve with us on the river! Featuring our regular menu featuring Chef Daniel's holiday offerings.

this is a sample menu - actual menu may vary due to seasonal changes and availability. v=vegetarian, v+=vegan, gf=gluten free, gfo=gluten free option *raw or undercooked, or contains raw or undercooked ingredients. consuming raw or undercooked meats and seafood may increase your risk of foodborne illness. before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy or special dietary need.

HAND-CUT FRENCH/GARLIC FRIES gf,v$9.50
bearnaise aioli
TOMATO SOUP gf,v$8.50
evoo, chives
CARROTS gf, v$11.50
urfa, whipped feta, pistachio, sesame, cilantro, mint 9.5
CABBAGE gf, v$15.50
soy-chili crunch butter, lime, cilantro
BURRATA gfo, v$22.50
apple, sage, pecan, focaccia
LAMB ARAYAS*$12.50
seven spice, labneh, dill, pita
CRAB FRIED RICE* gf$19.50
thai lime-nam jim, crushed peanuts, crispy egg
SEASONAL SQUASH
gf, v+ mole, green tahini, salsa macha, cilantro

HANDHELDS

LOBSTER ROLL$39.50
dashi aioli, house-made crab boil chips
HALLOUMI NAAN$15.50
v tamarind & cilantro chutneys, sweet yogurt, curry aioli, pickled red onion, mango, herb salad
HALAL CART CHICKEN$17.50
gfo spiced yogurt, hot sauce, cucumbers, tomato, red onion, arugula, naan hand-cut fries
CUBANO$18.50
gfo mojo pork, ham, swiss, grain mustard, pickles, hand-cut fries
SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH$16.50
dijon aioli, pickles, brioche, hand-cut fries
CHEESEBURGER*$18.50
gfo tillamook, bibb lettuce, tomatoes, sweet onions, pickles, comeback sauce, brioche, hand-cut fries

PLATES

BABY LETTUCES$16.50
gf, v poached pear, gorgonzola, walnut, pear vinaigrette, fine herbes
BLACK CAESAR*$17.50
gf smoked trout, black kale, black garlic caesar, garlic bread crumbs
ROMAN CHICKEN SALAD$18.50
farro verde, brassicas, lemon, miso, parmesan
QUICHE$16.50
v roasted mushrooms, leeks, parmesan & simple greens
MUSSELS FRITES$19.50
gf creamed leeks, white wine, dill, lemon
CRISPY CAULIFLOWER$24.50
gf, v+ carrots, chickpeas, tamarind chutney, coriander chutney, mango, pickled red onion, herb salad
STEAK FRITES*$29.50
gf cast iron Denver steak, hand-cut fries, chimichurri
RIGATONI$26.50
bolognese, parmesan, fennel pollen, chive

SWEETS

CHEESECAKE$12.50
v brown sugar-pecan crust, poached pears, fig coulis
SALTED CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIE$3.50
v maldon

What 1,826 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Kitchen American Bistro in Chicago offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "spectacular service." Its cozy yet chic atmosphere, creative menu, and prime riverside location make it perfect for both relaxed brunches and memorable dinners. While some patrons note occasional service hiccups, the overall experience remains "fantastic."

1,826 Reviews

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Lucy
Central Georgia
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Nice place but the menu was poor, the portions were very small and the food was just ok. We feel like we waisted one dinner out in Chicago 😣
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Vinny
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The fries looks very much appealing but hard and too crunchy.
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jo
VIP
Chicago
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We typically go to The Kitchen for brunch, but decided to try dinner with some friends. The food tasted great… but the menu was confusing as to what was small plate and what was a traditional entree.
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David
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were very impressed, the food was fresh and very flavorful, service has great and location pulled the entire evening together. Fun night out .
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Shane
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and cocktails were excellent, and the service was friendly and knowledgeable. The tapas-style small plate approach allowed us to the chance to try several different vegetables, pastas and proteins, and everything was excellent.
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Ashley
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great array of shared plate options. Fresh and interesting spins on basic dishes. Some great entree sized as well. Decadent drink menu. Great place to bring clients for conversation.
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Joy
Minneapolis
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cocktails are on the pricier side but well made. Staff was knowledgeable and made a great suggestion on the wine pairings. Unexpected flavors were deliciously satisfyingly. Great family-style dining for groups.
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Lauren
VIP
Cincinnati
21 reviews
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
We really liked this restaurant. The food was very good. Service was super slow. The slow service and lack of attention to the table is why we rated service poor. Maybe it was a new server, or an off day for her.
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Gary
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was good. Had to seat in the bar area, which was noisy and the poor waitress had too many tables. Nice location.
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Kimberley
Caribbean
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Our seating was immediate and the greetings were warm. Our food was delicious (and we had a lot, trying fish, steak, vegetables, etc.) Sharing among our party of 9 was great. The wine was great but the cocktails lacked volume (they were small servings). We were never rushed and enjoyed our time.
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FAQs

The Kitchen American Bistro - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 836-1300.

The Kitchen American Bistro - Chicago is rated 4.6 stars by 1826 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Kitchen American Bistro - Chicago

316 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

Cross street
The Chicago River
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Though street parking in River North can be very tricky, Pay for Parking lots do exist, as well as our valet service along Clark Street (north of the restaurant entrance).
Public transit
By Train: Clark/Lake Stop - Blue, Orange, Pink, Green, Brown Lines (.02mi South), State/Lake Stop - Red LineBy Bus: 22 Clark StreetBy River: Chicago Water Taxi
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.thekitchen.com/location/the-kitchen-chicago/
Phone number
(312) 836-1300

The Kitchen American Bistro - Chicago

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

New Years Eve on the River!

TO SHARE

HAND-CUT FRENCH/GARLIC FRIES gf,v$9.50

TOMATO SOUP gf,v$8.50

CARROTS gf, v$11.50

CABBAGE gf, v$15.50

BURRATA gfo, v$22.50

LAMB ARAYAS*$12.50

CRAB FRIED RICE* gf$19.50

SEASONAL SQUASH

HANDHELDS

LOBSTER ROLL$39.50

HALLOUMI NAAN$15.50

HALAL CART CHICKEN$17.50

CUBANO$18.50

SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH$16.50

CHEESEBURGER*$18.50

PLATES

BABY LETTUCES$16.50

BLACK CAESAR*$17.50

ROMAN CHICKEN SALAD$18.50

QUICHE$16.50

MUSSELS FRITES$19.50

CRISPY CAULIFLOWER$24.50

STEAK FRITES*$29.50

RIGATONI$26.50

SWEETS

CHEESECAKE$12.50

SALTED CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIE$3.50

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