LUXBAR
Richard McRae · 115 Google reviewsLUXBAR — established american in Gold Coast with a loyal following. It gets busy, and that's part of the appeal. The bartender knows what they're doing, and good value. Jay Gerak: "The Steak Frites is one of the best deals in the City the Sickers (Ice Cream) Pie serves 4 easily" [$$]
What 2,769 diners keep saying
What 2,769 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Upscale bar with food that fits that vibe plus Gibson's steaks.”
“LUXBAR is one of my top favorite restaurants in Chicago. I’ve been coming here regularly since I moved to Chicago years ago, and LUXBAR and has truly helped me make Chicago feel like home. The staff has been there for years - which is just a true testament of how great the restaurant is in general. Ryan is amazing and is THE example of what a restaurant GM should be. The bartenders are also amazing at what they do. They are seasoned, knowledgeable and talented. Don’t take it from me though, even my best friends think of it as home–they hosted their engagement party there. FOOD ALLERGY ALLY! I have a VERY limited diet due to many food allergies. LUXBAR has been generous and accommodating since the first time I stepped foot in the bar. They’re extremely conscientious about avoiding cross-contamination. And, in one instance, Ryan, the general manager, even ran out to my table when my plate came out to replace the dish because of an ingredient he wasn’t sure about for me. Everything on the menu (per my friend’s testimonials) is amazing. My go-tos are the Cobb salad, filet minion, hummus plate and the club. It doesn’t stop there though: my friends love the truffle fries, cookie skillet, and tuna tacos.”
“We went to the LuxBar for restaurant week 2026 lunch. It was a wonderful lunch with good food, courteous and attentive staff, and pleasant atmosphere. As an added bonus, the LuxBar had several big screen TVs to watch the opening ceremony of the winter Olympics.”
“Great Gold Coast location Delightful spot for after work libations or date night Bartenders are great and food is good”
“Luxbar is one of our local favorites. The food, service and staff is always great. Great neighborhood spot that is always consistent. 10/10 would recommend. Also the manager Eliana stopped by our table on our most recent visit and made sure everything was perfect.”
“Eliana was amazing. She came out to make sure everything was perfect. This is a favorite neighborhood spot. Gets the job done when you aren’t looking to get on a waitlist for an overpriced experience. Lux is the OG. Thank you!”
“Such an amazing restaurant. Great atmosphere and the food is amazing.”
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