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The Kitchen American Bistro - Chicago, Chicago, IL

The Kitchen American Bistro - Chicago

4.5
4.5
1844 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Great for scenic views
  • Healthy
The Kitchen American Bistro in River North offers an imaginative array of globally-inspired shared plates & killer drinks crafted in a stylish, casual space.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • 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).
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

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What 1,844 people are saying

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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Kitchen American Bistro in Chicago offers an inviting riverside ambiance with "excellent food and attentive service." Guests appreciate the "fantastic brunch experience" and "beautiful space on the river." While some note occasional slow service, the knowledgeable staff and diverse menu of shareable plates create a "great dining experience."

1,844 Reviews
  1. Mitzi VIP

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and ambience for our business dinner!
    The Kitchen American Bistro - ChicagoResponded today
    Thank you so much for the beautiful review! We hope to have you back again soon!

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  2. Taya

    St. Louis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kids even loved it. But they may be foodies, buratta, crab fried rice and bone marrow especially good.

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  3. Somer VIP

    Chicago8 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    St. Paddy’s at The Kitchen was a complete bust!! We are frequent diners at this establishment for dinner and cocktails. We have always been pleased, so we were excited to see they would be offering an “Irish Spread” for the River dyeing. However, it was nothing short of awful. Rewarmed, inedible food. The “corned beef” was nothing more than dried out ham, the eggs were fake, McDonalds style nastiness. Everything was overcooked, flavorless and had obviously been sitting under a heat lamp for a very long time. $65/person and drinks were +$10-$12 each on top of that … complete rip off! Oh! And they ran out of Guinness before we even got there! On St. Paddy’s?!?! Super disappointed. We will not be returning and definitely won’t be recommending, either.

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  4. Becky

    Chicago1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The good was not great for the amount spent. Over priced

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  5. Kellie VIP

    Phoenix2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    They advertised the brunch as a "river dyeing brunch" but then kicked us out 30 min before the river dyeing. Noone mentioned the policy when they called to confirm, when they sat us down or when we continued to order booze all morning. I spent $250 for a table of TWO to be told I had to leave BEFORE the river dyeing. I was there at 8 am and was told I had to leave in order to accommodate the 10 am crowd. Every table around us had the same problem. It quickly went from a happy crowd to an angry mob. The manager tried to accommodate by placing us at the bar but then we were told we could not stand at the bar. It was horrific. Once again, I was there at 8 am, spent $250 for two people and then was told I had to leave BEFORE the river dyeing. I flew in from out of town for this. They did not care. I would NEVER recommend this place. Terrible service. Don't even think about going here for a special event.

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  6. Celine

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for their St.Patricks day brunch. $65 for extremely mediocre breakfast fare. Drinks were pricey too. Our server was great and all of the staff was very attentive, but that’s about all. I wouldn’t ever come back or recommend this event to anyone. I’ve had better eggs at hostels. The only thing not on my plate were the beans and rolls, so those were all of the offerings not including 4 different desserts they offered.

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  7. Margret VIP

    Chicago7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great, food excellent, nice atmosphere! Will go again!

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  8. David VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, the staff the ambiance was just right for me and my guests. We were able to have a conversation and really enjoy our food and each others company. Would highly recommend The Kitchen.

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  9. Christina

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great lunch spot! Never super loud and always great food!
    The Kitchen American Bistro - ChicagoResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks so much for the lovely review Christina! We loved having you, and hope to see you again soon! - e

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  10. Etien

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelent Experience, thank you..We are very happy and pleased.

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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 4.5 stars by 1844 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today
Google Map for The Kitchen American Bistro - Chicago

316 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • 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).
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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