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    Arc Bar

    3.4 (80 reviews)
    ModerateBars, American
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Casual
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    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Lakeshore drive
    Jen S.

    For a conference center hotel bar, this is a really great place. Sure prices are a little high but the food and drinks are good and the service is beyond amazing. I have to shout out Shaniqua (apologies if I misspelled her name). I was at McCormick for a conference that lasted a week. I came in on Saturday, Monday and Wednesday. She was my server on Saturday then on Wednesday again. She remembered my drink order! For conferences there are literally thousands of people she sees. She remembered my friend's order too. Food is better than most conference bars. In my 3 trips I ordered truffle fries, the fried chicken sandwich and the turkey club. The turkey club was actually my favorite. Thankfully I'll be back to McCormick soon for another meeting so I'll be back at Arc!

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    Arielle J.

    I stopped at this bar prior to an event. It was a quick stop. This bar is attached to McCormick Place. I loved how trendy and modern the decor and indoor/ outdoor areas were. The fire pit gave it an extra flare as an additional area to chat with your guests. I got the hotdog and fries. The hotdog was very good and so were the fries. The server was very friendly and answered all questions I had. This was my second time stopping there and both times were pleasant experiences.

    Turkey rye sandwich
    Derek Ignatius Paul H.

    For a conference bar, the food was a little expensive but overall was good quality. Docked it off a star as the prices were pricey and didn't quality feel worth it. But you gotta eat.

    Salmon bowl- kinda small compared to their other dishes - stick to the nachos
    Scott B.

    I was staying in Chicago for a conference and ended up at Arc b/c it was in the hotel where I was staying. I started at the bar and got a Bourbon on the rocks. It was a big pour, and the bartender was super polite. I later changed to a table and joined some colleagues who asked me to join. We started with a slew of appetizers including the wings, dip trio w/ tortilla chips, and nachos. All were good. For my main, I got the salmon, which was good but on the smaller side compared to everything else I saw come out. A colleague got the Flat Iron Steak, which looked phenomenal. Another got the Italian Beef Sandwich, which she only ate half of... but maybe she was just full. It did look a little dry, but I secretly wanted a bite. I'd definitely recommend this place if you are at McCormick Place for a conference. There aren't many restaurants around this area, and this one is good enough.

    Garlic parm truffle fries
    Miley D.

    Best parm truffle fries I've ever had!! I have a work mtg every year at the Hyatt McCormick and it's been an 8 year tradition that I always have my annual wings and truffle parm fries. Chicken wings are average, but the fries are skinny fries - always crispy, showered with parm and truffle oil. Service is always quick and friendly and helpful. Arc is located on the bottom floor of the Hyatt and it's open late which is also super convenient, especially on super cold days. It's also very spacious with lots of tables for people to meet up. Love this.

    Yolanda M.

    Im in town for a Conference and the Bar is here at the host hotel. I came for lunch during our break in sessions and it was super busy. My order was taken at the bar to go. I loved that they had special drinks and food specials for our Conference. I ordered the flatbread special. It was so good. It was hot and fresh and filling. I also came later in the evening for a drink. I was nervous about the price being it was a hotel bar but the price was not inflated and I loved that.

    Chicken sandwich
    Andrew M.

    Better than expected for hotel lobby bar food. Server was nice, food came out pretty quick too.

    Strawberry Spritz
    Diamond H.

    Liz the bartender is so sweet! The food is not so good. Their Italian beef is nasty no flavor just peppers and the bread is cut on both sides so all the meat falls out. It looks like everyone favors the burgers. $44 for two Italian beef meals and they only take cash for exact change. they add an 18% service charge for "large parties" even though it was two of us. I guess this is a thing for NYE. It's located in the hotel as the only thing for actual food and drinks they need more options.

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    Ayana H.

    The outdoor seating was lovely. I requested a sample of the chocolate chip bread pudding, and I'm glad I did-- it turned out to be dry and crunchy, not what I expected. On the other hand, the salmon rice bowl came highly recommended and did not disappoint. It was a perfect portion, delicious, and had a satisfying crunch. Our waitress offered great suggestions and was very attentive throughout the meal.

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    Trish B.

    Rating: 2.5/5 Had just arrived from the airport and needed food. Ate at ARC BAR and regretted it. The food was disappointing. I ordered the Chipotle Chicken Nachos and the shredded cheese they put on it wasn't even melted. It was just shredded cheese on tortilla chips with meat. RUN!!! Don't waste your time or money ordering from them!!! Word of advice: Go to the MARKET TO-GO instead!

    lemon ricotta pasta with steak, nice looking presentation, not much flavor except for the steak.
    Denyce M.

    We stayed at the Hyatt for C2E2 2024. Although I had in and out parking privileges, me and The Queen did not want to go out to eat per se. Food was ok, nothing to write home about, but not bad. I had the lemon ricotta pasta (pappardelle pasta, ricotta cheese, leeks, asparagus tips, spring peas, heirloom cherry tomatoes, basil, white wine sauce). There wasn't much flavor to the dish, although there was a lemon there. I had to ask for extra lemon slices to spice it up. Fortunately I had my Tajin on my (I put that stuff on everything) and with the extra lemon juice and salt/pepper, it was ok. I will say that the sauce was nice and creamy, it just needed more flavor. The Queen got the Chimichurri flat iron steak (herb butter basted flat iron, crispy yukon gold potatoes, chimichurri, lemon-garlic parmesan asparagus, herb butter). She said that the steak was pretty good,, but could have used a little more flavor. Service was slow. I know that there a big convention going on, so I would have expected the hotel to be aware of that and provide adequate staffing....nope. That said, the ladies who did wait on us were kind and apologetic, but they did their best to hit all of the tables they had to serve.

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    Nice service and very quick! Our food was nice portions and I always enjoy sitting outside when we can! I'd go back!

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    Good beer. Good food. Great location. Great service. If you're staying at the Hyatt or nearby, stop in and enjoy.

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    came to the arc bar while at the FABTECH convention. Had amazing service. amazing food. Edith is the best

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    The worst service imaginable. Go somewhere else. Staff is super disorganized and annoyed you are there ordering from them.

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    Sat outside for over 30 minutes and never had a server come to our table. There's a very good chance we will never come back.

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    Horrible service. Took 1 hour + to get an appetizer. Bar service slow, vapid. Save your time

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    8 years ago

    Just get the parmesean truffle fries, a glass of water and keep it moving. Table ordered 3 diff sliders, all below average.

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    Indoor dining at the bar or booths
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    Gelato & sticky date cake
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    08.21.25 Kale and brussels sprouts was also good.

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