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Virtue, Chicago, IL
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Virtue

$31 to $50
Southern

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Stationed in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, Virtue is a Southern American restaurant that leads with a culture of hospitality & kindness. We’ve worked hard to create a warm, honest & thoughtful space. We pride ourselves on unpretentious service, timing & most importantly providing great value. At Virtue we use heritage techniques to create some familiar flavors, & some new ones. We hope to see you soon.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Erick Williams

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand

    2024

  • Award icon

    James Beard Award

    2023

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    James Beard Award

    2022

From the OpenTable editors: Besides serving exceedingly delicious southern fare and top-notch hospitality from James Beard Award-winning chef Erick Williams, Virtue shows how a restaurant can be a community champion. With moving activist quotes on the windows, art of Black cultural figures, and a minority-centered mentorship program, Williams goes all in on lifting the Black community through food. Pro tip: Don't miss the shortrib, and save room for dessert.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Southern, American, Contemporary Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 947-8831
  • Website
    https://www.virtuerestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    1462 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615-4512
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
    2. James Beard Award 2023
    3. James Beard Award 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
  • Cross street
    Harper Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • An Evening with Alexander Smalls and Nina Oduro

    $119.00 - $165.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Feb 22, 2025 only
    Join us for a one-night-only, 5-course dinner inspired by their new cookbook, The Contemporary African Kitchen, curated by Chef Erick Williams and Chef Damarr Brown. What’s Included: An autographed copy of the cookbook A unique opportunity to engage with the authors Menu Highlights: Sweet Potato Soup, Stuffed Squid, Piri Piri Gizzards, Braised Lamb Shoulder, and Dark Chocolate Pudding. Don’t miss this exclusive evening of culinary artistry and cultural celebration. Reserve now!
    An Evening with Alexander Smalls and Nina Oduro Photo

Menu

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What 697 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Virtue offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "delicious southern cuisine" and highlight standout dishes like the short ribs, blackened catfish, and gumbo. The warm, welcoming ambiance and attentive staff create a memorable visit, making Virtue a "favorite restaurant" for many in Chicago.

697 Reviews

  1. Keith

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great time as always ,Roz is incredible she is one of the reasons we keep coming back , Good food ,Great service.

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  2. Eric

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was okay, not anything that blew me away. I think the soul food on the outskirts is way better

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  3. Cathy

    VIP

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply fabulous experience - delicious food and lovely setting!!

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  4. Tiffany

    VIP

    Nashville

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Heard great things prior to our visit and they absolutely loved up to the hype. The food was great and so was our service. I’m already planning my return.

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  5. Alejandro

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding meal and service. Cannot wait to return.

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  6. Terri

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Took hubby here for his birthday. This was our second time visiting. The food was just as we remembered, if not even better! We started off with the gumbo, which was hearty in itself. My husband had the Short ribs, which were tender and flavorful. I had the blackened catfish, which was flaky, seasoned well, and melted in my mouth. We also ordered as sides: collard greens, mac n cheese, and cornbread. OMG, I could've lived off the cornbread alone! Greens were cooked to perfection, and mac n cheese was creamy but not overly cheesy. Needless to say, our eyes were bigger than our stomachs, and we had a lot of leftovers. The service was top-notch, and it was a great experience overall. It is a small space, so be prepared to maybe sit a little close to other patrons. It was cool for us, great conversation. We will definitely be back, try something else, and remember those sides are enough to 2👍🏾

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  7. Angela

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Valentines Dinner reservation was great, the staff was so great. Very warm welcome, it was so special. All tables were glowing with a flicker of candle light. Romantic music that was played made me fall more in love with my husband as it took us back the time we dated. We are now married for 32 years. The servers was well versed in the menu and offered substitutions if needed. The food was absolutely, incredibly, amazing. We both had the short ribs, macaroni and cheese, smashed potatoes, greens with warm corn bread that had warm melting butter on top. And for desert, the most delicious peach cobbler accompanied with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. I was so excited to see the James Beard award wining Chief Owner. All in all it was an amazing Dinner out with my Super Man, my husband.

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  8. Linda

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The absolute best quality with the most excellent service. The Gumbo is phenomenal; the gizzards are one of the top 50 dishes in Chicago. They also have creative and delicious cocktails. It's always a fabulous experience. If you haven't been...GO!!!

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  9. Shamerea

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food! Great service. Always a good time when I get to have virtue!

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  10. Kelley

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I sat at the bar. I had the Fannie Ward which was really tasty. The fried green tomatoes were great and the short ribs were wonderful.

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Virtue is rated 4.9 stars by 697 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 33 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Virtue

1462 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615-4512

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
    2. James Beard Award 2023
    3. James Beard Award 2022
  • Cross street
    Harper Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Southern, American, Contemporary Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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