The Grillroom Chophouse & Wine Bar
Trooper Long · 979 Google reviewsThe Grillroom Chophouse & Wine Bar — trusted vietnamese in Loop. If you drink, start at the bar. Friendly team that sets the tone. "The hamachi crudo was excellent, the steak perfect and the fries and brussel sprouts perfectly crispy" — Sarah Campbell [$$$]
What 825 diners keep saying
What 825 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“We had a great experience, been there a few times before musicals at CBIC as its right across the street. Good food, good drinks, our waiter was the best, funny, nice, and efficient. 100% would recommend. Also get the Bacon flight!!!”
“Great place for drinks and dinner before or after a show”
“Enjoyed a wonderful pre-symphony meal here on a Saturday night. Gorgeous décor, inviting atmosphere, and the perfect balance of lively energy without feeling rushed. Our server, Emily, was attentive, knowledgeable, and mindful of our concert start time, ensuring our courses were perfectly paced so we could relax and still make it to the performance comfortably. The steaks were cooked beautifully, and the wine selection paired wonderfully with the meal. If you're heading to the theatre or symphony and want an elegant, stress-free dining experience within easy reach of the venue, this is an excellent choice for a memorable pre-event dinner. We'll definitely return!”
“This was a great find! We ate here for NYE dinner and it did not disappoint. Our waitress was very attentive, had great recommendations, and had overall great service. We started with the charcuterie board which was delicious! The chicken was delicious as well. Will most certainly be back when we are back in town!”
“The service is attentive and fast. It was not busy on the Thursday evening we ate there. The raw oysters were fresh and delicious. We tried 4 different main dishes and they all were excellent. I recommend the grilled pork chop. The cheesecake was a perfect ending to the meal.”
“We went to The Grillroom Chophouse & Wine Bar on a weekday evening without a reservation and were seated right away. For drinks, we tried the “Maybe I’m Old Fashioned” and the “Golden Hour” — both were excellent. We shared a 22oz ribeye steak cooked perfectly to order, along with a grilled pork chop and crispy sesame Brussels sprouts. The service was quick and attentive throughout. A great spot if you’re looking for a quality steak dinner in downtown Chicago.”
“I called inquiring about a private/ semi private space to host my daughter’s birthday dinner. I spoke with Jason the manager who was kind and very accommodating. Based on our call, I moved forward with reserving their private room, which was a great choice. I was also allowed to decorate and customize the room to my liking. On the day of the dinner, I arrived early to get the room set up, Kelly our server was so helpful. Once my daughter and her guests arrived the room was beautiful. Kelly worked her magic and had signature drinks ready for the guests. The food was delicious and the service was excellent!! We had just visited a steakhouse the week prior but the steak here was much more flavorful and prepared exactly to our liking. I will definitely be back and refer others to this restaurant. The space and service was perfect which made this even more memorable for my daughter and her guests!! Great service and great food!! 5- stars for me! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“Food was amazing, service was incredible! Highly recommend!!!”
“Stopped by The Grillroom before a show in the Loop and it ended up being the highlight of the night. The space feels classic and comfortable with wood, leather, and warm lighting that pulls you in right away 🥃✨ We started with the burrata 🧀🍅 It came with dried tomatoes, arugula, pine nuts, balsamic, and a pine nut pesto that brought it all together. Then we tried the tuna tartare 🐟🥑 with avocado, sweet chili ponzu, sesame, and house-made taro chips. Super fresh and flavorful. The main dish was the 32 oz porterhouse 🥩🔥 Cooked just right and packed with flavor. We had it with truffle fries 🍟 and cleaned the plate. Dessert was chocolate cake and affogato 🍫☕ Simple, rich, and the perfect way to wrap up the meal. Service was friendly and everything came out at the right pace. It’s a great spot whether you're grabbing dinner before a show or just looking for a solid meal downtown 📍”
“Perfect dinner before a show or just because. Their seafood selection is terrific! Loved the grilled oysters and cocktails. My favorite bite was the branzino. Oh and the sides. Service is top notch too!”
“We celebrated our anniversary weekend which culminated in a dinner celebration here. The staff was great, our waiter was funny and knowledgeable, and the food was incredible. This was our first time eating here, and we were not disappointed. I would eat here again.”
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