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River North · Vietnamese · $$$

Wildfire

4.53,097 reviews ·Opens at 11:30AM tomorrow
The roasted vegetables were very good AND the loaded potato came in mashed form as well, making it even more delicious, not having to deal with the potatoe skin
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Wildfire — well-regarded vietnamese in River North. Nothing about this place is trying to impress you, and that's the point. Friendly without hovering. Robynne H.: "Tender and juicy steak, delicious and perfectly seasoned sides" [$$$]

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159 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654
River North
Today11:30AM-8PM
Sun3-8PM
Mon–Thu11:30AM-8PM
Fri11:30AM-8:30PM
Sat3-8:30PM
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Review photo by James Zychowicz
Jun 2026

Incredible food and service, plus outstanding wines. The filet mignon Wellington is world class, and with the Brassfield cabernet Sauvignon, it makes a memorable meal. Don't miss the flour less chocolate cake. Biff is a fantastic server, and he knows the menu well As I've said before, service is outstanding, with the attention to details of service as strong as the well-chosen servings. The wines reflect a similarly careful selection of vintages that match the menu, and the Lohr Syrah is a treat when the table has varied dishes. Portions are generous, with my take on Wildfire as a place to share items whenever possible. Within the various appetizers, entrees, and sides, Wildfire's variety is a treat. If you have not visited the space, it is also remarkable. The acoustics are great, even when the dining room is full. Don’t miss the stunning bar once you are inside the dining room. As to offerings, there is much to recommend. The chicken dishes are particularly good. Among the salads, the Caesar salad stands out. Baked potatoes, including the loaded one, make s fine side. Service, again, makes the difference, and the welcome starts when you enter the places and continues with servers, like Biff, Phillip, and Adam, whose sense of Wildfire’s style makes the meal all the more enjoyable. (Wildfire’s space also serves as the new Big Bowl takeout! Don’t miss the latter’s fine offerings!)

James Zychowicz

James Zychowicz

146 reviews on Google

Review photo by All Things Li
Feb 2026

great service good was amazing !! spent my 31st birthday here ! will be back soon. loved it

All Things Li

All Things Li

6 reviews on Google

Review photo by Belle Dumbrique
Jan 2026

Nice prime rib eye steaks

Belle Dumbrique

Belle Dumbrique

7 reviews on Google

Review photo by Mike Jones
Dec 2025

Very fancy dining. Semi-upscale. Great food. Steak was cooked prefect. Loaded potato- which i usually don't like-was loaded w flavor and trimmings. Service was excellent. Michael was our server and he was very attentive and polite.

Mike Jones

Mike Jones

99 reviews on Google

Review photo by Alicia Van Baren
Dec 2025

We love Wildfire so much! We had our first date here and return every year :) always delicious food and great service.

Alicia Van Baren

Alicia Van Baren

35 reviews on Google

Review photo by danny pralle
Nov 2025

The service was amazing. Loved our server. The food was also amazing. Great experience highly recommend. Make sure to try a martini.

danny pralle

danny pralle

3 reviews on Google

Review photo by Eric Monte
Jan 2026

Well I was visiting from out of town and decided to try this Staple I heard about...to my surprise when I arrived they informed me that they had no heat in a part of the dining area so they were only seating in one area which was fine...I ordered the herb crusted chicken with a loaded bake potato in which it was ok...Might give another try when I visit again...

Eric Monte

Eric Monte

82 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

Our waitress was great, couldn’t ask for anybody better.

D Stewart

D Stewart

Jul 2026

Our server Phil was lovely

Smalldeer Gregory

Smalldeer Gregory

20 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

Perfect evening for my engagement dinner. Thanks for making it so special!!

Joseph Steitzman

Joseph Steitzman

2 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

My friends and I usually Love wildfire but on today we weren't too happy!! We had an early reservation and when we got our food it was cold!!! The crabcakes were cold and the potato were cold so cold the butter or cheese wouldn't melt!!! Needless to say we weren't Happy!! I must Add food was great but the temperature on our food once again was cool! I like my food hot!

Karen Addison

Karen Addison

224 reviews on Google

Jun 2026

Jordan was a great help! amazing service! 11/10!

Antonio Alvarez

Antonio Alvarez

2 reviews on Google

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