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The L Station, Chicago, IL

The L Station

3.9
3.9
83 Reviews
$31 to $50
Soul food

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
The L Station is a vision personified by the owners. As a family, they have always enjoyed catering, hosting gatherings, and providing a rich experience for their family, friends, and guests. Now, they are sharing their love for great vibes and an even better dining experience with the entire Chicagoland area through their labor of love, The L Station, Luxe + Soul.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Soul food, American
  • Hours of operation
    Tue 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 285-2414
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 83 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.9
3.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The L Station offers "amazing food" with flavorful options like lamb chops and turkey tips that have diners raving. The vibrant atmosphere, complemented by "great music" and attentive staff, makes it a popular spot. Although service can be slow, the "delicious" menu and cozy feel ensure a memorable dining experience.

83 Reviews
  1. Apri

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thanks to TikTok we had the pleasure of experiencing The L Station last night. It was nothing but great vibes from the time we walked in until the time we left. Our server Brandon was top tier. He was very attentive, and kept us laughing. The music wasn’t too loud it was just right and the selection of songs kept us singing . The food and drinks were AMAZING. The Mac and yams were chefs kiss! We would def make that hour and 20 mins drive to visit again!

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  2. andrea

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was really good . Even though it wasn’t that big of a space , the ambiance was great. I had the jerk turkey tips, mashed potatoes , and Mac and cheese it was so delicious. The margarita flight was definitely strong but good .

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  3. Themous

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was good the only thing the table by the door when it's cold out summertime it'll be cool for that but I swear every time that door open I felt like I was outside other than that the food is ok and service was good only thing he should have checked on our table a little bit more we felt.

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  4. Toteona

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    food was amazing and so was the service, the chicken was so fresh and good. definitely would recommend and would come back again

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  5. Rozellyn

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff and food was great the salmon was very good my whole party enjoyed the place I will return.

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  6. Natalie

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great restaurant. Food was really good! Minus the cornbread. I’m obsessed with their grits. Everything Was flavorful, hot. If you go you must absolutely have their Mac and cheese. Will definitely return.

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  7. Shemina

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing place!!! Great music and the food is top tier. Customer service at its best!! I highly recommend this establishment.

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  8. Alicia

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Small menu, big prices. .Ordered lamb chops and had to send them back twice due to them being made improperly. Even thought it took basically an hour for our food to come. Thankfully management rectified the situation. The sides were good. Drinks were good. Service was eh, but the staff was friendly. I highly recommend the salmon though.

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  9. Jazmyne

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    The vent in the floor was loose… it was a hazard. Made a reservation and was still seated at a makeshift table for 5, right next to the door even though it was freezing outside. Asked to be moved and was told that we couldn’t be moved twice. The first time we were told that there was not another open table that we could sit at. The second time we were told no because we had already ordered our food… even though the food had not been served yet. The restaurant is tiny, I wish we were accommodated appropriately. Then, they were out of a lot of menu items and the menu is already limited. The turkey tips were fatty, barely any meat, not worth the purchase. The sides were decent. The waitress was nice. However, overall poor experience and customer service because zero accommodations were made and the food was subpar. Would not recommend.

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  10. Kashay

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jada was excellent gave great recommendations and baby that mac and cheese was definitely hitting 10/10 highly recommended good food good vibes over all a great experience

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FAQs

The L Station is rated 3.9 stars by 83 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Google Map for The L Station

186 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60606

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of operation
    Tue 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Soul food, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
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