The Walnut Room

“This was our first time and we enjoyed ourselves.”

This was our first time and we enjoyed ourselves! The holiday decor was delightful. The food was delicious. Our waiter was nice but not attentive. We would recommend dining here. The meatloaf and the pot pie were a big enough serving size to split. All food was tasty and the tree was stunningly gorgeous.

Maureen Jackson

Jan 2026

“Wonderful Xmas lunch experience complete with winter princesses visiting the tables and granting wishes.”

Wonderful Xmas lunch experience complete with winter princesses visiting the tables and granting wishes. Definitely come for the decorations and ambiance at the holidays.

Heather

Dec 2025

“From start to finish, our experience was an excellent one.”

From start to finish, our experience was an excellent one. We were greeted by the hostess, checked in within a few minutes, seated even a bit early before our time slot, and had the best seat viewing the tree. Our server Liz was amazing! She was very personable and had a great sense of humor. She made us feel as comfortable as family. Her food recommendations were spot on. Her customer service skills were extraordinary. She even had other staff members check in with us to make sure our experience was a good one. She was thoughtful and kind, taking great care attending to her customers. Thank you Liz for such a wonderful experience! Happy New Year!!!

Chic

Dec 2025

“A Christmas time tradition.”

A Christmas time tradition! Fairies visit the kids and sprinkle them with pixie dust to make their wishes come true. Reasonably priced food, decent quality like chicken pot pie, burger, meat loaf, holiday drinks. Christmas decor starting around Thanksgiving. Reservations booked weeks to months in advance.

Blake Nelson

Dec 2025

“We were able to get reservations at 9:30 a.m.”

We were able to get reservations at 9:30 a.m. for our annual Christmas outing downtown. I don't normally like breakfast foods and was pleasantly surprised how good the brunch buffet was. The service & atmosphere was great! Everyone made sure we had a wonderful time making memories. The host took our picture in front of the Christmas tree. So glad we were able to get in!

Effortless 2 Travel

Dec 2025

“This was a magical Christmas experience.”

This was a magical Christmas experience. The atmosphere is wonderful and beautifully decorated with garland, wreaths, and the two-story Christmas tree. The food was excellent and the service was good. The dining area is a little noisy, but acceptable. All-in-all, this was well worth the visit.

David Nowak

Dec 2025

“Definitely worth the effort to come to the Walnut Room.”

Definitely worth the effort to come to the Walnut Room. We had a late dinner and desserts! The room is decorated beautifully for Christmas… the dining room was quite festive and alive with laughter!

Tarilee

Dec 2025

“The Walnut Room is an absolute Christmas staple for many, as it is for me.”

The Walnut Room is an absolute Christmas staple for many, as it is for me. We had a wonderful lunch this weekend with great drinks, great food, great ambiance, and great service. The tree is as beautiful as ever, our server was an absolute delight; so friendly and sweet! We sat right by the tree and had such a delightful time. I highly recommend coming for your Christmas celebration if you haven’t enjoyed the Christmas magic of The Walnut Room!

Grace Pope

Dec 2025

“Our visit to Macy’s Walnut Room was nothing short of wonderful, and it reminded us why this place...”

Our visit to Macy’s Walnut Room was nothing short of wonderful, and it reminded us why this place is such a cherished part of Chicago’s history. We came as a family — my pregnant wife, our two-year-old daughter, and myself — hoping to continue one of the city’s oldest holiday traditions, and the experience exceeded our expectations. The atmosphere is classic Chicago from the moment you walk in. The beautiful wood paneling, elegant lighting, and timeless décor create a warm, nostalgic setting that makes you feel like you’re stepping into a story your grandparents once lived. And of course, the iconic Great Tree steals the show. Seeing our daughter look up at that massive, sparkling tree with pure excitement was a moment we’ll remember forever. It’s the kind of magic only the Walnut Room can deliver. The staff made our visit especially enjoyable. They were patient, welcoming, and attentive, which meant a lot since we were dining with a toddler and a pregnant mom. Everyone we encountered treated us with kindness and made sure we felt comfortable and taken care of. It’s the type of service that reflects the long-standing pride of an establishment built on tradition. The food was excellent. The famous chicken pot pie lived up to its reputation — warm, flavorful, and comforting. Our salads and soups were fresh, and dessert was a highlight, especially anything with Frango mint. Even our daughter enjoyed her meal without a single protest — a small victory every parent appreciates! What truly sets the Walnut Room apart is the feeling it gives you. It’s not just a restaurant; it’s a place filled with memories, generations of family celebrations, and the spirit of old Chicago. Sharing that with our daughter, while expecting another baby soon, made the experience even more meaningful. It felt like we were continuing a tradition that will grow with our family for years to come. If you’re looking for a holiday outing or simply want to experience a classic Chicago landmark with great food and a warm atmosphere, the Walnut Room is absolutely worth the visit. A beautiful, nostalgic experience that made our family day truly special.

Jorge Cherriz

Dec 2025

“2025 Weekday Group Lunch Memories On Tuesday, December 2nd, our group of 9 had the pleasure of...”

2025 Weekday Group Lunch Memories On Tuesday, December 2nd, our group of 9 had the pleasure of getting our picture taken by Maryann, a professional photographer working at the Walnut Room. Holiday Group Lunch planned, secure, and photographed! To ensure I got the date and time wanted for our group, I dined at the Walnut Room Sept 5th during the special 118th year Anniversary. After dinner, we were allowed to book our desired date and time ahead of the rush (reservations didn’t open to the public until Sept 25th.)  Tuesday December 2nd, our group of 9 attended from 1-2:30 pm. We were seated 10 minutes early, treated to a visit by (3) Princesses, the professional photographer got our shot before the meals were served. By the time dessert was coming, we had our free glossy group print and (3) different group photo shots to choose from: Close up faces with tree, further distance full body with some tree, and torso with the total tree!  The photographer, Mary Ann, was so kind to offer our group the experience with no pressure to purchase the photos. *Wish I had known to ask for the photographer the times my husband and I came all dressed up before* An easy and welcoming experience, helped break up waiting for food and drink at lunch. It was valuable to me and another in our group to purchase the warm group memory and take it home that day!

Sarah Breedlove

Dec 2025

“I have not been to the Walnut Room since I was a child and was able to take my mom today for her birthday.”

I have not been to the Walnut Room since I was a child and was able to take my mom today for her birthday. The atmosphere is as lovely as I remembered it and absolutely still as magical. I loved the nod to the Marshal Fields origin. The food!!!! We started with a lovely charcuterie board with the best focaccia bread I have ever tasted! I had the Fields special salad- base of rye bread and swill with a wedge salad on top and thousand island dressing g topped with turkey, tomato, half an egg and olive- it was so beautifully presented and delicious. Others had pot pie and meatloaf and everyone loved it! I had the Frango ice cream pie and we had the chocolate cake- both were decadent treats. Well done!!!

Lisa Doody

Dec 2025

“Glad they are returning to thier Roots of Marshall Fields not Macy's.”

Glad they are returning to thier Roots of Marshall Fields not Macy's. The decor is always gorgeous, food is always delicious, and the staff is great! The window displays could be a little better, not a lot of movement.

Janina Boladz

Dec 2025