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State and Lake Chicago Tavern, Chicago, IL

State and Lake Chicago Tavern

4.0
4
1534 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
A photo of State and Lake Chicago Tavern restaurant

State and Lake Chicago Tavern

4
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Downtown / Loop

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
The sleek contemporary State and Lake Chicago Tavern combines the flair of artisanal American cuisine with the warm, welcoming vibe of a neighborhood pub. Named after the iconic intersection in the heart of the city, State and Lake Chicago Tavern serves up new twists on tavern fare, with an emphasis on featuring the finest locally sourced and wholesome ingredients.
Putting a modern spin on traditional tavern dining, the inviting decor features cork floors, leather walls and plush banquettes, radiating upscale hospitality and exceptional service. Cozy enough to lounge in and stylish enough for business, State and Lake Chicago Tavern is ideal for guests and locals alike looking to unwind over a drink, gather together to watch a game, or grab a pre-theater bite before heading to the nearby historic theater district. Whether it's a lunchtime escape or a Happy Hour go-to at the intimate bar, theWit's award-winning eatery takes traditional tavern dining to the next level.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 6:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:30 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (312) 239-9400
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Michael Taus
  • Private party facilities
    State and Lake Chicago Tavern is an ideal location to enjoy a breakfast event, business or girl’s luncheon, or a plethora of events including after work receptions, rehearsal dinners, or corporate dinners. A warm rustic space filled with organic colors and vintage elements.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross street
    Lake Street
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is offered through the hotel:<br />0 - 3 hours: $28<br />3+ hours: $45<br />
  • Public transit
    Red Line: State and Lake<br />Brown/Purple/Green/Orange Line: State and Lake<br />Blue Line: Clark and Lake
  • Entertainment
    FRIDAY AND SATURDAY: Live Acoustic Music 10PM
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Day Brunch

    $75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 25, 2024 only
    Tis the season to celebrate family and friends at the Tavern. Come enjoy a bountiful seafood buffet, composed salads, and local cheeses. Then choose from a holiday created menu, and finish with a tasting dessert bar. Toast with our holiday cocktail menu and ring in the cheer of the season. $75 per person Featured Dishes Seafood bar 7 lettuces with toppings Composed Salads Choose from menu Turkey pot pie Salt and Pepper Prime Rib Double baked potato Honey glazed pork loin, corn bread stuffing Herb crusted trout, green bean ragout And other savory items Sweet Table Assorted homemade pies, cupcakes, cobblers,
  • New Years Eve Tavern Party

    $90.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Rock around the clock event. Come celebrate at the tavern as the sparkling wines of America put on display. Ring in the year with a classic American fare, showcasing great farm to fork cuisine. $90 per person Choice of Lobster bisque Or 4 cheese ravioli with maitake mushroom, balsamic glaze ------------------------- Choice of Whitefish topped with blue crab, caviar champagne sauce or Blue cheese crusted tenderloin, butter potato, asparagus ------------------------ Chocolate hazelnut torte, vanilla custard

What 1,534 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.0
4 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 3.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
State and Lake Chicago Tavern offers a mixed dining experience with highlights in attentive service and a convenient location for theatergoers. Guests appreciate the "great bartenders and servers" and "pleasant atmosphere." However, some find the food "overpriced" and service inconsistent. The restaurant's proximity to entertainment venues remains a key advantage.

1,534 Reviews
  1. Bill

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent. Very responsive service.

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  2. Heather

    Charlotte

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    State & Lake was recommended to us and reviews looked great so we made a reservation, and it was fine, but it wasn't super memorable. Service was just okay - we had to ask for coffee several times, no one checked on us after food was delivered, one of the items on our order was not as expected, and we didn't really get any guidance, and because no one checked back we were never really able to ask or order more to amend what we received. We waited too long for our check and the whole experience was just sort of "meh". Food DID arrive really quickly and the restaurant is pretty and cozy. I ordered the Egg Bake and it was good, but the menu says "spicy sausage crumbles" -- it's chorizo! I was expecting spicy breakfast sausage and probably would have ordered something different with an accurate menu description. I would probably not go back based on the experience and would say for anyone looking to book breakfast (that is not staying at this hotel), you might want to look for other options!

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  3. mike

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Table of 5 and the waiter was responsive. A little slow from the bar, but we survived.

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  4. Anna

    Chicago

    15 reviews

    1.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was sub par. Expensive for what you get. Limited menu. Money sandwich was cold. Like from the fridge cold. My husband did not get his toast with eggs and bacon even after we mentioned it, until after meal was finished. And not buttered His breakfast was runny eggs, mushy potatoes, raw bacon. The kids meal came with pancakes only. Nothing else. No whip cream. No side very plain. One side wasn’t even cooked well , other side was burned. They did comp us for that one. The first pancakes had syrup spilled all over. They took them back and then recieved the burnt ones. Had to ask for syrup, and butter which arrived frozen and unable to spread. Refills were never offered on coffee, water or juice. Even though they did not look super duper busy. Our server was very nice and apologized. He was a nice man. Had to ask for toast, syrup, butter, refills, and straws. Convenient location near the Chicago theatre and Macys. Go through the WIT hotel which was decorated for holidays beautifully. The tree is amazing. Had reservations and said with little kids but had to wait for a non high top. I would not go here again. Pricey for what you get and zero presentation. If you just want an egg I guess it’s fine.

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  5. Joanna

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The waitress barely acknowledged us, she didn’t come to check in until it was too late, and took forever to grab the check. Someone else ended up taking our order. The drinks were really slow. We wanted breakfast but on a Saturday at 11am, there was no breakfast. Food is mediocre.

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  6. Ruben

    Baja California

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was very welcoming and attentive. The Thanksgiving menu was terrific and vast. We were so pleased that we came back the following day for dinner again.

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  7. Jim

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Service on TG was really lacking, detached, indifferent

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  8. Roger

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for the Thanksgiving dinner which had a special menu. We chose the prime rib and it was very good. They so had great deserts. We were glad to have such a nice place to eat Thanksgiving dinner together while traveling. Reservations were required for this dinner. We came in early to have drinks, but they were able to seat us right away. The “Bootlegger” bourbon drink was very good.
    State and Lake Chicago TavernResponded on December 3, 2024
    Thanks for the review, RogerP! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your Thanksgiving dinner at State and Lake Chicago Tavern. It's great to know that our prime rib and desserts hit the mark! We're glad that you were able to enjoy your early drink with us despite the reservation requirements. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to your next visit. Cheers!

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  9. Wendy

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a good experience at State and Lake Chicago Tavern. The atmosphere was warm and the food was delicious. The waiter was very attentive and the decoration was beautiful. A five star experience.
    State and Lake Chicago TavernResponded on December 3, 2024
    Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a good experience at State and Lake Chicago Tavern. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our warm atmosphere, delicious food, and attentive service. We take pride in our beautiful decor, and it's great to hear that you appreciated it. We strive to provide a 5-star experience to all our guests, and we're glad that we hit the mark with you. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  10. CalvinB

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The dining experience at State & Lake could be much better! Salad bar was very good... Fresh greens and good variety. The entrees were mediocre at best. The prime rib was barely warm; Even after sending it back the meat was still barely warm, poorly/totally unseasoned. I ordered meat medium well, came back the second time medium RARE... I ate around the raw parts... The mashed potatoes were clearly from a BOX, and tasted like it. The asparagus SPRIGS were almost charred... For a Thanksgiving meal this left MUCH to be desired! The staff was EXEMPLARY! ... Very polite, the manager on duty did apologize for the food not being hot/satisfactory and offered complimentary glasses of wine. I appreciated that VERY much! Doubt if I'll be returning and won't be recommending this restaurant! So sorry!

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State and Lake Chicago Tavern is rated 4 stars by 1534 OpenTable diners.

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A photo of State and Lake Chicago Tavern restaurant

State and Lake Chicago Tavern

4
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Downtown / Loop

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for State and Lake Chicago Tavern

201 North State Street, Floor 1, Chicago, IL 60601

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lake Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 6:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:30 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is offered through the hotel:<br />0 - 3 hours: $28<br />3+ hours: $45<br />
  • Public transit
    Red Line: State and LakeBrown/Purple/Green/Orange Line: State and LakeBlue Line: Clark and Lake
  • Executive chef
    Michael Taus
  • Entertainment
    FRIDAY AND SATURDAY: Live Acoustic Music 10PM
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 239-9400
  • Private party facilities
    State and Lake Chicago Tavern is an ideal location to enjoy a breakfast event, business or girl’s luncheon, or a plethora of events including after work receptions, rehearsal dinners, or corporate dinners. A warm rustic space filled with organic colors and vintage elements.
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