River Roast
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River Roast — high-caliber american in River North. You're greeted like a regular, even the first time. Kalos B: "The steak frites were tender, well-seasoned, and came with crispy fries that hit the spot"
Experience Breakdown
J. Cordova
108 reviews
“I did need to wait for that seating, but I didn't wait long because my friend arrived close to our reservation time, and we were seated shortly thereafter”
Highlights
What Diners Are Saying
Diners loved
Some noted
I went here while in town, based on great reviews.
I normally just ignore a bad meal, but it was easily the worst meal I have had in a restaurant with this good of a reputation.
Location
315 N LaSalle St, Chicago, IL 60654
What 5,244+ diners say about River Roast
“Top notch service.”
Top notch service. Beautiful ambiance with river and city views. Very impressed with the chicken!! Wow, worth the travel to come here just for that!New favorite restaurant, and all the shows were right about this place ;). P.s. Eat the pull apart rolls
Jodi
Jan 2026
“This is a really great place for a quiet evening on a weekday.”
This is a really great place for a quiet evening on a weekday.. I went here on a Thursday night and on my Birthday and the place didn’t disappoint, we just had drinks and French fries they were both good.. and Amazing views 😍
Shreeya Tripathi
Jan 2026
“Such a beautiful restaurant with lots of natural light and a view of the river.”
Such a beautiful restaurant with lots of natural light and a view of the river. We enjoyed the chicken bites with siracha honey, the smash burger and the kale Caesar salad. Jorge was a great server and conversationalist. Chef Paul came by the table to see how things were. Can’t wait to visit again next time I’m in the city. Cheesecake was velvety smooth too and not as heavy as other spots.
Makiyah Moody
Jan 2026
“Best service! Victor was phenomenal and very attentive to the table. The food was excellent and...”
Best service! Victor was phenomenal and very attentive to the table. The food was excellent and such a great atmosphere for girls night or date night.
Adriana Garcia
Jan 2026
“If I could give the service 10 stars I would.”
If I could give the service 10 stars I would. Our server Jorge was friendly, attentive, and fun. We were celebrating our son's birthday and Joege made it so special. The manager on duty, Ernesto, was pleasant. The food was delicious, and the serving size made it shareable. Location by the River couldn’t be any better.
AI KN
Dec 2025
“Great spot on the river walk.”
Great spot on the river walk! We used the valet in front, and they were able to seat us a little earlier than our reservation. Very friendly staff. The food was great, and we enjoyed a bottle of wine. The macaroni was delicious and pimentos and breadcrumbs were a nice touch. We walked outside after dinner to soak in the views!
Joy Hernandez
Nov 2025
“From booking our event with Jena to relaxing beside the river, our experience at River Roast was...”
From booking our event with Jena to relaxing beside the river, our experience at River Roast was outstanding from start to finish. My team brought a group of 40 leaders to Chicago and treated them to dinner here, and it turned out to be the highlight of our trip. The private dining space had a wonderful atmosphere — elegant yet comfortable — and the carpeted room made it easy to enjoy conversations without competing with background noise. The service team was attentive and friendly, and every detail of the evening ran smoothly. The riverside location added an extra touch of charm, especially as the city lights came on. We couldn’t have asked for a better dining experience for our group — thank you to Jena and the entire River Roast team for making it memorable!
Susan Stanphill
Oct 2025
“Great location but you may or may not get a river view as you dine based on how busy they are.”
Great location but you may or may not get a river view as you dine based on how busy they are. Delicious food and friendly staff!
Manisit Das
Oct 2025
“What an amazing experience.”
What an amazing experience! I sat on the patio overlooking the river — the view of the city and skyline is just beautiful. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive. The White Bean Soup, Pull Apart Rolls, and the Half Chicken (their specialty) were absolutely delicious. The atmosphere inside is also stylish and well cared for. A must-try spot in Chicago — I’ll definitely be back!
Stefano Casati
Oct 2025
“Jorge was wonderful with our group.”
Jorge was wonderful with our group. We had a table of 5 and we haven’t seen each other in some time and only have one day together since we tracked different days. He was professional and still allowed us to converse and take our time
Nicole Archibald
Sep 2025
“I had an incredible dining experience at River Roast in Chicago.”
I had an incredible dining experience at River Roast in Chicago. From the moment I walked in, the warm reception and inviting atmosphere set the tone for the evening. The service was excellent—attentive without ever feeling overbearing—which made the entire meal flow seamlessly. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared, each dish standing out on its own. What really elevated the experience was the riverfront setting, offering relaxing views and a cozy yet upscale vibe. Altogether, the combination of great food, wonderful ambiance, and thoughtful service made this a perfect place to enjoy an easy conversation with someone you love.
Nathalie Harper
Aug 2025
“Good food and best service!”
Good food and best service!! Amara is the best she helped us with the food recommendation and it’s amazing! Good spots to check it out by the river. Highly recommend.
Pornthiwa Promthong
Aug 2025
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