90th Meridian Kitchen & Bar

“Super awesome place.”

Super awesome place! Really great service and fantastic selection of Beers and Bourbons! The food is also pretty delicious - got to try the fried Chicken and it was really good! Definitely recommend coming to check out this place! Will definitely be back to try other things on the menu and chat with the friendly staff!

Jess Ochoa

Jul 2019

“Tried the Bahn Mi French dip, which is an interesting fusion of pho in a sandwich form.”

Tried the Bahn Mi French dip, which is an interesting fusion of pho in a sandwich form. Food and service is excellent, and everything came out quickly. I'll be back to try more of their interesting menu.

George Stark

Jul 2019

“Imagine your favorite airport restaurant.”

Imagine your favorite airport restaurant. Now imagine it actually has good food and service. That pretty much sums up the look and feel of 90th Meridian. I was a little hesitant when this place opened up across the street from my office. The building it moved into, the Central Standard Building (formerly the Continental Illinois Bank Building), had been pretty barren for a while. After an apparent change in ownership, the building was seeing a revitalization of businesses, such as the wildly-popular Naf-Naf that opened across the hall. I came here one day for lunch just to see what it's about. I was happy to see the full bar and ample seating. Our server was extremely friendly and happily recommended some of their local beers. Unfortunately, they don't list what the frequently-rotating beers are on the menu, so you have to ask every time. As for the food, it's delicious! I got the cheeseburger the first time I came, and the chicken wings the second. The fries that come with the burger are extremely addicting, reminding me of the Crack Fries at Hopcat. The wings were tasty, but a pretty small portion. My only complaint here is that the food is pretty pricey, even for the Loop. Surprisingly, the payment portion here is fun. If you are splitting a check among the table, you can do it all yourself on a handheld device the waiter gives you. This allows you to split payment by certain items and pay right there on the device. I recommend this place for the food mostly, but they also have some good daily specials (such as half priced bottles of wine). If you are in the area, give it a try!

Arika Krop

Dec 2022

“Not a lot of vegan options, and the portion size is really small.”

Not a lot of vegan options, and the portion size is really small. I ordered a cup of soup(vegetarian not vegan) and the ancient grain salad, which was good, but the portion size was very very small. The ambience is good, and the taste is okay, but it can do better with the food quantity for sure.

Rishabh Krishna

Mar 2020

“Most outrageously priced burger I’ve ever had the misfortune to have ordered.”

Most outrageously priced burger I’ve ever had the misfortune to have ordered. 25 dollars before tax and tip for a a burger no bigger than a McDonald’s cheeseburger. An absolute rip off and wont ever return after coming here for years.

Nick Turner

May 2025

“2 months ago I had a great experience.”

2 months ago I had a great experience. Im always fair with my reviews. Don't dine HERE. I was ignored by the white staff at the bar who only acknowledged the 2 white women who came in about 20mns after me. Not only did I not get acknowledged while sitting at the bar, I also watched the staff try to give my food to the white guy sitting next to me. Opened my food and after specifically requesting no onions due to allergy, I get my sandwich and it has onions. Eat at your own risk!

Pat Tee

Jan 2020

“Ok wait, this place is actually the best.”

Ok wait, this place is actually the best. I came in in the afternoon and was impressed with how warmly I was greeted. The steak salad was dynamite, a great recommendation from my server. The space is cute, and I had no problem pulling out my laptop and getting some work done. Definitely I’ll be back!

Kathryn Sabol

Aug 2025

“I hit up 90th Meridian Kitchen & Bar last weekend and it was straight fire.”

I hit up 90th Meridian Kitchen & Bar last weekend and it was straight fire! This spot’s got that dope vibe in a cool old building right in the Loop, and the food’s got some serious global flavor—ordered the jerk chicken sliders and truffle fries, ran me about $25 with a craft beer. The sliders were juicy as hell, and those fries? Crispy and fancy, fam. Bar’s legit too, had a solid IPA that hit just right. Service was chill, not rushed, and the whole place feels like a classy hangout without being stuck-up. Definitely sliding back soon—Chicago’s got a gem here!

Naomi Dela Cruz

Mar 2025

“90th Meridian Kitchen & Bar is a hidden gem in the Loop—perfect for a laid-back but classy meal.”

90th Meridian Kitchen & Bar is a hidden gem in the Loop—perfect for a laid-back but classy meal. I stopped in for lunch and got the truffle burger ($18) with a side of garlic fries ($5), plus an Old Fashioned ($12). The burger was juicy, packed with flavor, and that truffle aioli just hit different. The fries were crispy and had just the right amount of garlic kick. The vibe is stylish but not pretentious, and the service was on point—super friendly and quick. Spent around $35 before tip, and it was worth every penny. Definitely coming back for happy hour!

roger arriola

Mar 2025

“Almaz and the rest of the staff was amazing.”

Almaz and the rest of the staff was amazing. I had a passion fruit margarita and she made it perfect not too sweet and the same every time.

K C

Jan 2025

“We hosted our wedding rehearsal dinner/welcome party at 90th Meridian and it was the perfect spot.”

We hosted our wedding rehearsal dinner/welcome party at 90th Meridian and it was the perfect spot! The staff was so friendly/wonderful, the vibes were exactly what we wanted, and the food was great! Highly recommend!

Nicole Reaumond

Nov 2024

“Our first time to Chicago.”

Our first time to Chicago. We were touring the Rookery building. After the tour we were hungry. We started walking towards the Federal Reserve building. Just as we crossed the alley there was this wonderful smell of steak. So we went in and found the restaurant. We shared the Steak and Potatoes with the au poivre sauce. Incredible! The wait staff were very attentive. The chef's passion came through the food. The waitress expressed this passion when explaining the au poivre sauce. Fair price. To finish off the meal we had coffee and cookies. My wife had the Fruity Pebbles cookie. She said it was like Wilma Flintstone had baked it herself. I would come visit you every week if I lived in Chicago. Thank you!

Dave Stadler

Mar 2024