Tavern On Rush

“The food is amazing.”

The food is amazing! I love coming here for dinner with my friends. The atmosphere is so beautiful and the staff is so nice. You can tell they really care about their customers. The manager even gave my girls and I a complimentary champagne to make the girls night even better! Highly recommend their ladies night as well where they give away a pair of shoes!

Sabrina Shafer

Feb 2026

“Despite living in Chicago for over a decade, I somehow managed to never step foot in Tavern on Rush.”

Despite living in Chicago for over a decade, I somehow managed to never step foot in Tavern on Rush. A personal failing, really. So when they opened their new, massive space, I decided Restaurant Week was the perfect time to finally correct history. The room is huge — dark, polished, and clearly built to handle everything from quiet Sunday dinners to full-tilt social energy. On a Sunday night, the volume was pleasantly moderate, though you can absolutely tell this place knows how to turn it up when the moment calls for it. Dinner started with a Caesar salad that was fresh, crisp, and exactly what a Caesar should be when it respects itself. I followed with the skirt steak, cooked perfectly and paired with chimichurri that did all the talking — it needed nothing more than a light pinch of salt. The branzino was also generously sized and thoroughly enjoyed, holding its own against the steak without trying to compete. I fully leaned into the cocktail pairing menu, which was delightful, well thought out, and eventually required someone else to drive me home. No regrets. Dessert was a single scoop of gelato, which sounds modest until you taste it. Be bold. Choose the cherry. Service was top notch, exactly what you’d expect from a place with this much Chicago dining history behind it — polished, attentive, and professional without being stiff. All told: worth the wait, worth the reputation, and worth wondering why it took me this long to finally show up.

Jordan Gary

Feb 2026

“Absolutely must dine here!”

Absolutely must dine here!! Happy hour deal worth it. Tacos fish was delicious . Drinks were great. service was amazing from bartender. Was very attentive and kind man. Atmosphere was cozy and friendly. Recommend try this place.

Anna Futrell

Dec 2025

“Special shout out to Kash!”

Special shout out to Kash!! at the bar he is an amazing bartender ..He has amazing energy and he makes amazing drinks. You won’t be disappointed.

Lovely

Sep 2025

“Lovely place! The vibe and atmosphere here is great. It's got a hustle and bustle feel to it while...”

Lovely place! The vibe and atmosphere here is great. It's got a hustle and bustle feel to it while also feeling very swanky and posh. Outdoor seating is available but it is right off the street. Indoor is great but it is loud inside. Lots of tvs around playing the games too! Bartenders were friendly and so was one of the managers, gosh! I wish I got his name. He was super friendly and liked my nails lol. Food was ok. Nothing special. Had the ceasar salad and rock shrimp.

Meghan

Sep 2025

“Great experience, service was excellent as was the food.”

Great experience, service was excellent as was the food. Good spot for people watching and supercars on the street.

Glenn Pritchard

Aug 2025

“The single Patty Dick's hamburger is the bomb.”

The single Patty Dick's hamburger is the bomb! It's pretty hard to find a single Patty that you can order medium or medium rare in Chicago where double Patty smash burgers rule. Omar is great! He was on top of everything and made me feel very at home. The atmosphere is vibrant without trying too hard — you walk in and immediately feel like you made the right choice. The bar is stunning, beautifully designed with just the right balance of style and warmth. It’s the kind of place you want to linger, whether you're sipping something classic or trying one of their creative cocktails. What really sets this place apart is the location. It’s prime for people-watching — grab a seat near the window or outside and you’ve got a front-row view of the city’s characters and charm passing by. Perfect for a casual night out or impressing out-of-town guests. Great drinks, beautiful space, and unbeatable vibes. Highly recommend.

Derrick

Jul 2025

“Fantastic! Everything from the service to the steak to the appetizers were amazing. There was a...”

Fantastic! Everything from the service to the steak to the appetizers were amazing. There was a coconut shrimp special that was to die for, as well as the apple dessert I had at the end. Thank you to Margo and our server Madison for the amazing hospitality!

Andrew Cohen

Jun 2025

“What beautiful day in Chicago.”

What beautiful day in Chicago! Visited during Hampton Water Rosè Tour. Pretty much drinks for my party and I. The service was quick, efficient, and definitely courteous. The vibe was giving "summer, summer, summertime". Meany people to meet and mingle. The rosè was vibrant, floral, and bubbly. Next visit will include food purchase. The place was extremely busy. Rsvp will be the direction. Fun times, can't wait for the next visit.

perry knight

Jun 2025

“For those seeking a sophisticated and fashionable dining experience, I would highly recommend Tavern On Rush.”

For those seeking a sophisticated and fashionable dining experience, I would highly recommend Tavern On Rush. The cuisine and beverages were delightful. The steak was exceptionally tender and prepared flawlessly.

Nicole Pulido

Jun 2025

“We went for dessert.”

We went for dessert! The chocolate cake is big enough for 4 people!! So moist and just the right amount of sweetness! Vanilla ice cream is a must to eat with the decadent cake! The apple pie was also phenomenal! The sweet apples were tasty and the crust was so flaky.

Bridgette Z

Jun 2025

“We stayed at the Thompson Hotel, which is conveniently connected to Tavern On Rush, and found...”

We stayed at the Thompson Hotel, which is conveniently connected to Tavern On Rush, and found ourselves popping in and out throughout our trip. It’s consistently busy—a clear sign that people love it—and the vibrant atmosphere definitely lived up to the hype. The location in the heart of the Gold Coast is unbeatable. We enjoyed several rounds of drinks at the bar and grabbed quick bites like the fried rice and potstickers—both were fantastic. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience and can’t wait to come back!

Shelby Marsh

Jun 2025