The steak, heirloom tomato salad and potato squares were absolutely amazing! Great environment and our server, Tiara was one of the best servers I've ever had. She was helpful, educated and delightful to talk to. We loved our visit!! Also the drinks are delicious! read more

Hawksmoor Chicago is the kind of restaurant that gets everything right, from the beautiful dining room to the food and, especially, the service. Our waiter was fantastic: attentive without hovering, incredibly knowledgeable, and genuinely mindful of allergies, which made the entire meal feel effortless and relaxed. The Sunday Roast is a must. The beef was cooked to absolute perfection, and the traditional sides were everything you want alongside a great roast: comforting, flavorful, and beautifully executed. And don't skip the oysters. The Vietnamese oyster and the Giardiniera oyster were both exceptional and easily worth adding to the table. As usual, the Sticky Toffee Pudding was warm, decadent, and perfectly balanced without becoming overly rich. The kind of dessert you think you'll only have a bite of and somehow finish. Hawksmoor is great for any occasion. The food is excellent, the service is thoughtful, and the dining room is beautiful without feeling stuffy. A genuinely wonderful Chicago dining experience. read more

We went for our Anniversary Dinner on a Sunday. Atmosphere perfect. Service perfect. The food was the best I have had in years. Oysters - Get there between 4 - 6 for happy hour prices. The coldest Martinis in Chicago in Vintage glasses. Hash Browns so delicious you will order them to take home for breakfast. The Filet - 8oz for $65 - best one I have ever had. The sweetest part of the evening was I asked the manager where she got the vintage martini glasses from - she showed me and then ...... wrapped two up in bubble wrap with a card. Tell Emma - Tim and Lisa sent you. The couple she gave the glasses to. read more

Intimate and lively with a laid back but with luxury vibe. The restaurant has this classic historical decor but with modern touches for the design. Everything we order from the drinks to the foods was exceptional. I started with a salt and pepper vesper martini which was strong. It reminded me of a Bloody Mary with the flavors. I also had one of the Duke martini, definitely a classic. We started with the Vietnamese oysters, pork belly and scallops. The oysters had these fried shallots on top and a lemon/lime flavor. The flavors marinated so well together with the saltiness of the oysters. Pork belly was so tender and juicy. The glaze was a great balance of sweet and salty. The scallops breading was amazing. So flavorful and crispy. My husband and I ordered the Akaushi Wagyu, cooked perfectly medium rare. The tenderness of the steak was like butter. The bone marrow that accompany the steak was rich and fatty but full or wonderful flavor. We also go the crispy potatoes and mac and cheese for the sides. The potatoes are the ultimate classic hash brown flavor. Fried crispy and not oily which makes it such a great side dish. The Mac and cheese was definitely cheesy especially since it has 4 different type of cheeses. Since it was our anniversary, our server gave us a complementary sticky toffee pudding which I never had before but it's was amazing. It was salty and sweet and the ice cream balance out the richness of the toffee sauce. Our server was wonderful. Very informative polite and attentive. Gave us great recommendations for our dinner and portion size regarding oz per person for the steak. read more

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Did anyone say happy hour on the weekend? No? Well, you're not saying it right because Hawksmoor is a wonderful place to be for happy hour, weekday or weekend. And let's start with the food because this place is top tier. I had the steak frites, and when I say melt-in-your-mouth good, I mean the kind of steak where you take that first bite and immediately slow down because you need a second to appreciate what just happened. Tender, rich, and cooked beautifully, it practically disappeared with every bite. Then you have the fries alongside it, giving you that crispy bite you need before going right back in for another piece of steak. There, I said it. It was GOOD. The drinks? Phenomenal! Then there's the vibe. Hawksmoor is upscale without feeling like it's trying too hard, and somehow it still feels 100% Chicago. The dark woods, the atmosphere, and the wonderful wait staff give it that classic steakhouse feeling while still being comfortable enough to settle in for happy hour and stay awhile. I really can't say enough about this place, but apparently, I'm going to have to try because I plan on going back again and again. If you're looking for a happy hour where the food isn't an afterthought, the drinks deliver, and the atmosphere makes you want to order just one more round, Hawksmoor needs to be on your list. Weekend happy hour? Yes. I'm saying it right now. read more

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1st time dining at this fabulous place. We were greeted by smiling faces as we walked in, and then another smiling face - Alena - our server. She was kind and knowledgeable and concise. Wonderful staff brought drinks, napkins and a smile. So, there we go - 5 stars We loved the ambiance, the decor & the lighting. Dark wood, cool booths and enough lighting to feel cozy. Michael recommended a nice wine for the birthday girl and I had a perfect (happy hour) martini. (One lil disappointment-a fancy restaurant like Hawksmoor-please stuff your own blue cheese olives!) We had a tasty and perfectly cooked filet. Temperature and flavor were exquisite. Sautéed spinach and mashed potatoes We choose steakhouses when we want a special evening...Hawksmoor has vaulted to the top of the list in Chicago!! (Also, try the dumplings as a plate to share, delectable) And Pedro, Thank You for saying Hi. We will absolutely see you soon!! read more

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Had a business dinner hosted here in a private dinning space downstairs from the main restaurant and they put together a 4-course tasting menu. It was an impressive amount of food and everything I ate was outstanding! My favorite was the puff meat appetizers and of course the steaks cooked to perfection. Only downside is there were a few things served that I could not try due to allergies and they didn't ask beforehand so not sure if that was a miss or not from a service perspective. Drinks stayed filled, they changed out silverware with each course and overall a very nice upscale steak house. I'd like to go back to order from the main menu. read more

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Came by specifically for the happy hour! Runs 5-6 daily! Came on a Friday evening. Two of us ordered: pazo HH $12 argiano HH $12 HH natural oysters $2 ea, ordered 3 dozen steak frites $25 pieropan HH $12 Julian was friendly taking care of us. Relatively empty in the bar area. Wine was good. Oysters were fresh (though small). Steak was cooked well too! Also Hawksmoor is a part of the Open Table Chase Sapphire Reserve, so definitely can be used for the $150 credit! read more

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Really enjoyed our dinner at Hawksmoor! We started with the $2 happy hour oysters, which were super fresh. The charcoal-roasted scallops from the regular dinner menu were probably our favorite dish of the night--so flavorful and perfectly cooked. The Notorious B.E.E.F. burger was definitely indulgent, but not overwhelmingly so (and it's nowhere near as huge as it looks in the photos--good photography, haha!). The happy hour steak frites was also delicious and a great value at $28. Our server, Alex, was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. We were celebrating my husband's birthday, and they surprised us with a complimentary peanut cake and salted caramel ice cream, which was such a sweet touch. Great food, great service, and especially good value during happy hour. We'd definitely come back! read more

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Visited London a few years ago and was unable to try the Sunday roast (it books out quick!) so was happy when a Hawksmoor opened in Chicago! Went here with a buddy and tried the Ultimate Sharing Roast for two, which is a spruced up version of their normal beef rump Sunday roast; it comes with slices of juicy rib roast, roast potatoes + cabbage + parsnips, bone marrow stuffing, a Yorkshire pudding, a cup of gravy for each person, a roasted garlic head, and when we went it also included a side of their baked cauliflower cheese, although I think now the whole set is a bit cheaper and doesn't include that any more. The beef slices were nicely rare in the middle and juicy, complemented by the super savory velvety bone marrow gravy. The Yorkshire pudding was airy and light, and while the veggies and some of the sides lacked a bit of salt, they were all roasted and prepared so well. The roasted garlic was perfectly spreadable and took all the meat and veggies up a notch. To top it all off, they brought us some warm, gooey chocolate chip cookies as a complimentary little dessert! While it's not an every week type of thing for me, the Sunday roast definitely lived up to the hype! read more

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We were visiting Chicago for a birthday weekend and chose this restaurant for a birthday dinner. I love the atmosphere of this building, kinda reminds me of a speakeasy. The service was top notch. We got the cast iron filet for the table it was plenty to share for four of us. The cocktails were really good as well. This is a little pricey but a great place to go to celebrate a special occasion. read more

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Had an early Father's Day celebration here with my family! Came on a Sunday to try their Sunday roast British tradition. Scallops: Get these!!! So buttery and delicious. I could've easily eaten 20 of these. Hawksmoor iced tea: Skip this. Little to no sweetness. Very watered down. Pineapple soda: Was also watered down Sunday roast: Great to experience with a group! We got 1 ultimate roast and 2 regular roasts cause they were short on the ultimate portion. The meat needed more salt but other than that it was good. The gravy is delish! Comes with stuffing and cheesy cauliflower as the sides. Sticky toffee pudding: Get! Cake is very moist and the syrup at the bottom is so good. I love toffee pudding in general! We also got the sundae form and it was equally as good! read more

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So happy this restaurant is here. Got a taste of all the British staples while also having a dynamite steak. The atmosphere was just right.

Sunday Roast dinner for 2 is fabulous!! So much food and delicious. Service was excellent. read more

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Service was amazing! Everyone was attentive and friendly. Food was delicious! Would definitely come back again! read more

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Decided to partake in the Sunday Roast tradition at Hawksmoor Chicago after being heavily target-marketed on Instagram with lascivious reels of the bone marrow gravy being poured slow-mo over glistening beef. Needless to say, their marketing team deserves a raise. Good location in River North in an old cable car powerhouse, with a moody yet upscale aesthetic. Didn't love being sat for our Sunday brunch in the far corner next to the waitstaff service station, but the upholstered bench seating was comfortable. The Sunday Roast is the star of the show, but there are options that you can select to enhance your experience. We selected the Ultimate Sharing Roast, which comes with all the items in the per-person portion plus the Cauliflower Gratin and the Bone Marrow Stuffing, baked in-bone. The presentation is wonderful and the real highlights were the rib of beef with bone marrow gravy, the perfectly crisp roasted potatoes, the parsnips, the gratin, and the Yorkshire pudding. The cabbage could have used a little more fat and seasoning for its roasting, the bone marrow stuffing was dry and required the addition of the gravy to be even partially enjoyable, and the additional bone marrow bone, which I found to be overkill. I adored the spicy and bracing Shaky Pete's Ginger Brew during the meal, which was a perfect foil to the rather heavy, savory foodstuffs. It was a beautiful 70°+ day in Chicago and frankly, this is a colder weather kind of brunch. Save it for a rainy day! Literally! Our service was excellent throughout the meal, and we felt very well taken care of. We ended with the Sticky Toffee Sunday, an absolutely decadent treat but in a manageable portion and proportion with the ice cream. We were then treated to a little extra, a duo or chocolate oatmeal cookies that, for me at the end of this extremely filling and indulgent meal, were one toke over the line. I did enjoy the courtesy bite I took. It's a spendy way to start your Sunday, but very enjoyable. It could easily feed three (or four with modest appetites.) I do want to return to sample the other desserts and have another of those cocktails! read more

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Big Hawksmoor fan over here. I have dined with them both here and the flagship brick and mortar in London. There is clear brand consistency no matter where you are in the world. The Sunday roast never fails to hit the spot, but the steak selections and menu as a whole always does the trick. I have tried various oyster selections here, and they are always amazing, along with all the side dishes. This is also a place that is very accommodating when it comes to back rooms and booking for private events, especially when you're booking for someone high profile, they are always discreet and will bend to accommodate. I highly recommend building a relationship with them if you need private last minute reservations. This whole team is knowledgable and it is worth the price you pay. read more

It was a difficult day at work, and I was craving a steak! I set out searching for a place to get some, and my eyes found themselves gravitating toward Hawksmoor, especially their happy hour menu. I went in and discovered that while the restaurant is fine dining, they do have an area upstairs which has more of a pub vibe, but with the same menu. From their happy hour menu, I ordered an Old Fashioned, a Margarita, oysters (six raw, three fried), and the steak and fries. Outside of the happy hour menu, I ordered the Steelhead Tartare and a Peanut Butter Louis for dessert. The raw oysters were fine. They were of small-to-medium size, and one or two of them had a little bit of shell. No complaints about the fried oysters. They were fried to crisp perfection, and while they didn't taste fishy, they weren't exploding with flavor, either. At $2 apiece for both, I'm going to choose to be forgiving. Where it comes to the Steelhead Tartare, this was one of the stars of the night. The fish was of absolutely stupendous quality and allowed to shine, rather than being overpowered by everything else. It was accented just the right amount by a little bit of greens, a lightly citrusy and sesame-based sauce, and teeny-tiny rings of chili. These added a very subtle heat that made me wish my taste buds weren't already seared off. The tartare was served with some well-toasted, properly thin quality bread. In terms of the main event, the steak frites were alright. The fries were underwhelming. They had a good level of salt, but otherwise seemed like they were either not made with care, or had spent some quality time under a lamp. In terms of the steak, maybe this is me being an uncultured swine, but I felt it wasn't show-stopping. It had a little bit of seasoning (salt), wasn't at all chewy, and had some good, subtle meat flavors. However, I've also had absolutely amazing melt-in-your-mouth steaks, and this wasn't it. Now, I appreciate that rump roast tends to be on the leaner side, but so does Filet Mignon, and I've had great ones that *do* melt in your mouth. For dessert, I ordered a Peanut Butter Louis, and this was the other star of the night. I can see why this is a variant of something served at a Michelin-starred restaurant. Some of the inside of the cake was crisp, while the rest was soft and decadent. This is especially helped by the peanut butter. Everything comes together in delicious harmony. It gets me nostalgic for when Reese's Cups were actually great before they went cheapo on the ingredients, but I digress. When it comes to the drinks, the Old Fashioned and the Margarita were standard. They were well-executed, but beyond that, completely unremarkable. If you *do* seek something more amazing, they have them on the regular menu, but these cost eight dollars more. It's happy hour, beggars can't be choosers. I do appreciate that these two drinks were strong, and getting out of my seat after the meal, I could definitely feel them. In terms of value, getting a solid piece of meat, $2 oysters, and strong drinks is a great deal. However, as it is with me, I start getting some accoutrements, and the price goes up pretty steeply. Set your expectations wisely. If you're seeking to get some good food in your belly at reasonable prices, Hawksmoor's happy hour is the place for you. But, if you want an elevated cocktail or elevated steak, maybe look beyond the HH. When it comes to service, I want to award all the credit. Items came out fast, and the service was kind, attentive, friendly, and the servers worked together as a team. One final note. I am not someone who cares *that* much. However, I notice, and I share. For a place that calls itself fine dining, the silverware had aggressive spotting. I realize it isn't dirt and just water spots. Nonetheless, one would hope a place that touts itself as fine dining would have their stuff together in terms of polishing. Final verdict. While there were some winners of the night, the main event left me underwhelmed. Perhaps that's by design, but given the fries, I can't be so sure. I do know that I left having paid a pretty penny with only moderate satisfaction. Thus, I don't have a feeling of dying to return, be it the HH menu or otherwise. read more

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Great tasting food. It was absolutely delicious. We did have to wait quite a bit, close to 30 minutes for our food to come though, and no one seemed to notice or even stop by to say anything even though we were in the center of the restaurant. That was disappointing, but the delicious food made up for this for sure. Great space, not overly loud. They do absolutely get the food right! read more

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Based on a Facebook post with a photo of steak frites at a special price during the happy hour from 5-6 pm, I booked a reservation. The experience was delicious and welcoming. I was in Chicago on business solo and this was, hands down, the best foodie experience. I'll definitely return the next time I'm on Chicago. Steak was perfect, red wine was well-paired, and the frites (fries) were crispy and tasty. Attentive, friendly bartenders who made everyone feel at home. Upscale, authentic British steakhouse, at reasonable prices. read more

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Hawksmoor met, and exceeded, our expectations. The menu features traditional comfort food with an English flair, and everything is freshly prepared and delicious. I don't usually order French fries, but they're an absolute must here. We sampled a variety of dishes, including the burger, oysters, sloppy joes, and shrimp. Every single one was excellent, and the service was impeccable. Our server, Patrick, was incredibly attentive and even surprised us with a complimentary side we had been considering but couldn't quite decide on. Overall, a five-star experience. We'll definitely be back. read more

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Ok can we talk about the Notorious B.E.E.F?! This was truly one of the best burgers I've ever eaten. It was thick and juicy and tasted like an elevated version of a Big Mac. I was full after eating half but forced myself to keep eating because it was THAT good. Raw Oysters and bone marrow were also delicious but the burger stole the show. I highly recommend coming for happy hour. They have plenty of happy hour specials. Our waiter was also very friendly. I plan to come back for the burger read more

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We were here for the Sunday Roast, which I've never had. I was a bit blown away by the massive plate that we were brought. I oooed and ahhd, then took my pictures and immediately got to work. Needless to say, my husband and I were no match for this magnificent meal. We had a whole second meal left over especially since we had to try the sides. I'm so grateful for the help of the staff and our amazing server. We felt right at home and cozy especially after stuffing out bellies. If you want to try it be sure to go on Sunday it's something new to try. I'm inspired to take a trip to London and try more of their cuisine. read more

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Oki was hungry and tired from the drive in so I wasn't fair. I'm updating my review. First, it is loud because it is crowded because the food is good. The giant loud table seems to be a bunch of regulars that may or may not be the bane of the staff's existence. Anyway, I pulled up my big girl panties and simply asked to be moved. They were incredibly kind, fast, and accommodating, bringing us to a new table with our 'ultimate roast' already being laid out. Place was much quieter by 2:45ish, just in time for my husband and I have to have no further need to speak to one another except to say "have your tried it with the horseradish?!". Anyway, staff is awesome, I was too hungry to give any grace and I'm sorry. But I still stand by the statement on the Pimms cup. Seriously?! Isn't this an award winning BRITISH restaurant! Look that shit up! Make those by the picture with mint, strawberry, cucumber, etc., and Americans will FLOCK. In transparency, my bitchy original review is below: Sunday brunch. This place is soooo loud. Didn't help that there was a table next to us of 7 young kids screaming, parents yelling back and forth across the huge table and, of course, Peppa pig on screaming speaker for the kids to ignore. Why would you sit people right next to this table when there are plenty of empty seats elsewhere? That being said, it was super loud the last time we were here too and there weren't kids. There is nothing relaxing or enjoyable about eating here. They also serve a British Sunday Roast but have never heard of nor can they make a Pimms cup? Bizarre since it's a quessential British summer drink. Food is good but we won't be back. This place makes me tired and anxious. Too bad. read more

Hawksmoor has a very low lite enjoyable atmosphere. The server was amazing, she did an awesome job. Kitchen was running behind. My experience is based off the restaurant week menu. First course was Yorkshire Sloppy Joes. Great flavor not your typical sloppy joes. They are served with this fluffy buns, rip and dip! Also, had the Smoked salmon. It was just ok. Second course was the Rump & side. I asked medium cooked. It was fantastic ! Highly recommend it. My side was a sweet potato was a perfect side. Perfectly cooked and seasoned. The last course was the dessert, Upside-down almond & apple cake. Great taste, easy lite after a meal. Also, had Walnut & whisky mille-feuille. Unreal flavor, it easily became a favorite . Consider the wine paring with the Rump and side. The wine complement the meat well. read more

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We went to Hawksmoor for dinner on a slow Tuesday night, and unfortunately, this was one of the worst dining experiences I've ever had. We started with drinks and appetizers, but after finishing them, we waited over an hour for our entrees and sides. They only came out after we finally asked about them. When the food arrived, our steaks were cold. At that point, after already waiting so long, it was incredibly disappointing. The appetizers we ordered the bone marrow, scallops, and steak tartare were also mid at best, so there really wasn't much redeeming the experience. We spoke with the manager and ultimately left without even having dinner. I can honestly say this has never happened to me in my life at a restaurant. For a restaurant with Hawksmoor's reputation and price point, this was simply unacceptable. The combination of the extremely long wait, cold entrees, and underwhelming food made for a very disappointing night. read more

This place was amazing, we had the chateau and the porterhouse all of it was delicious and juicy! Tiara was the best she took care of us and we felt welcomed and appreciated! I highly recommend this place to everyone! read more

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I won a free wine pairing for restaurant week so I decided to take advantage of it. In terms of service, 5/5 all around. From getting the reservation booked to the helpfulness of my waiter, everyone exceeded my expectations. I'm docking a star because of the food itself, while everything was prepared well and tasted good, it wasn't exceptional and I didn't love the last wine in the pairing. My waiter was so nice though and gave me a substitute. I would come back here on a regular outing to try other things on the menu, but I felt like the restaurant week menu had a well rounded selection of what to expect from the restaurant. read more

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We had an outstanding dinner from start to finish. We kicked things off with martinis, then shared the scallops, warm sourdough, and heirloom tomato & ricotta salad--all were fresh, flavorful, and the perfect way to begin the meal. For our entrées, the scallops and filet were exceptional. The filet literally melted in our mouths, and every bite was cooked to perfection. We also enjoyed wonderful glasses of wine with dinner from their impressive wine list. To finish, we shared the sticky toffee pudding sundae and a glass of port wine, which was the perfect ending to an unforgettable meal. A special thank you to Andrew and Paul, who were both amazing. Their attentive, friendly service made the evening even more enjoyable. We can't wait to come back! read more

I'll start with one word, DISSAPOINTED. This place has good reviews and a online presence. I don't get it. Service was good. Got was cooked good. But the taste left a lot to be desired especially at these prices. Let's start with the Beef dropping chips, hash browns that's what they are $9 hash browns. The macaroni and cheese it's decent 3/5. The Boston Lettuce Salad it's good but I can make it and I'm not a chef. The Ribeye 14oz the biggest disappointment it taste like my wife made in a frying pan at home. Except her worse one taste way better. I didn't even like the bone marrow. The maple bacon was a hit though. Thick cut. Nice, slightly sweet flavor 4.5/5. I had wanted to try the Sunday Roast no shot I go back again on my own dime. Taste but price 2 stars. read more

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Alex our waiter was phenomenal - maybe he was listening to our conversations? He basically predicted what we wanted and brought some freebies out when we were debating between 2 different things. Will come back for the shrimp side with butter (can you guys please put white rice on the menu? If not, can we bring our own?) and the house potatoes (tasted like upscale McDonalds hash browns). The host accommodated our request to sit side by side. And the manager Martin checked on us throughout the meal to make sure we were taken care of. Phenomenal service and food! read more

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Tried a what would be one of top favorite cocktail in the city - Ultimate French 75 Light, crisp, and refreshing - great to have on its own or paired with some of the bar bites offered. The slight bubbly-ness from the champagne and light floral taste from the jasmine paired beautifully together.with a little vodka added to up the a proof level, this was a really amazing way to spend an early Christmas Eve evening read more

Hawksmoor - Ultimate French 75 - Steakhouses Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came here for a birthday dinner with my husband specifically for the Sunday Roast, and Hawksmoor did not disappoint! Pro-tip: book an early reservation. We had a later spot and the Ultimate Sunday Roast was already sold out, but the classic roast beef dinner we got instead was still phenomenal and the portions were huge. The restaurant itself is a little dark but homey, the servers were kind, we came during a shift change and it felt a little messy but got better. Being pregnant, I stuck to a Shirley Temple (which was great!), but the food stole the night. The roast beef was perfect, the stuffing was to die for and the bone marrow gravy was so delectable we wanted to drink it. We will definitely be back to try the rest of the menu! read more

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I simply cannot say enough about how much we enjoyed our evening at Hawksmoor! We were celebrating our anniversary AND the marriage of our daughter the previous day. Before dinner, we enjoyed "the coldest martinis in Chicago" at the bar crafted by two delightful bartenders. Once we made our way to our table, Alex, our server, was incredibly knowledgeable and attentive without being hovering. His food recommendations were perfection. On top of all that, the restaurant is to-die-for gorgeous. Beautiful lighting and a historic building make for a sexy, throwback vibe that you don't often find. Emma, the manager, sent over anniversary treats and made us feel so special and welcome. Do yourself a favor and book a table as soon as possible! read more

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AMAZING dinner. Amazing. Visited Chicago last week and brought my family of 5 based on fabulous reviews. It was truly a great experience. Blake was our server and he was a delight. Friendly, the right amount of check- ins and had great recommendations. He suggested the fried shrimp to start. When I say it was the best fried shrimp any of us had, I would not be lying. We also shared some caesar salad. On to the reason to come to Hawksmoor-the meat. 4 of us had the Chateaubriand (again, a recco from Blake). It was the most tender and flavorful meat, hands down. It came w/a whole head of roasted garlic on the side. The bone marrow was not our favorite, tbh. My young adult son, who is a hamburger aficionado, ordered the Notorious B.E.E.F. He said it was in the top 3 burgers he ever ate. Sides were mac n cheese (delish) and classic sauteed spinach (perfectly cooked). We were full but couldn't resist dessert! Sticky toffee pudding and Peanut Butter Louis. Um, no words. Just wow. Drool worthy. The bussers were also on top of the service and water delivery. 5 stars all around. read more

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Came here for a company dinner and started with the breakfast martini which was really tasty. My second round was the full fat old fashioned which I could have done without. All apps were shared and included Vietnamese oysters, Charcoal-roasted scallops, Yorkshire Sloppy Joes and Gulf shrimp cocktail. Everything was super tasty and honestly I preferred the starters over the main dishes which again were orders family style. The table ordered chateaubriand and porterhouse paired either creamed spinach, mashed potatoes and mac and cheese. The steaks were cooked to the perfect temperature but overall okay. The creamed spinach and mashed potatoes were not good but the mac was flavorful and smoky. The service was excellent and it's definitely a good spot for a larger party but not sure if I'd come here on my own. read more

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Very nice newish steakhouse built in the old original Michael Jordan's restaurant in River North at 500 North LaSalle. The main dining room is but a few steps down into a lush room resembling a British pub. Service was friendly and timely. We started with cocktails at the bar while we awaited the others in our party, and the bar service was tip-top ... they assembled the bottles of whatever cocktail you were going to have right in front of you so you could watch the magic ... nice touch. The drinks were 5-star wonderful. Besides bread service, our party of five had the the Yorkshire Sloppy Joes and the Shrimp Cocktail for appetizers, and both were nice routine offerings with the Sloppy Joes standing out. For mains: we had the Lobster Louis (5-star excellent-essentially a lobster salad-for any diner who wants something besides beef) , the Hamburger (4-star nice and prepared perfectly), and the other three shared a 30-ounce Porterhouse (4-star good beef, perfectly prepared). For sides we had the mushrooms and mashed potatoes, which were 3-star good ... but tiny portions that were not shareable. Desserts were the Sticky toffee sundae, chocolate cake, and the salted caramel gelato ... all very nice offerings, especially the cake which was lighter than we were used to at other establishments making it a perfect closer. Besides the beautiful dining room, this place is loud ... too loud. We had to shout at each other to hear our conversation, and had to repeat whatever the server said because their voice did not carry. The food was good ... not Bavettes good, but very few are. All in all, a good solid 4-star steakhouse. read more

Steaks were the best I've ever had, charcoal is the way to go. Dillion was also the best server I've ever had 10/10.

We have gone here twice now. The first time on my birthday and it was so good I think I had the Picanha steak. It was heavenly a true fine dining experience. The food had already got me but what kicked it off was the toffee dessert. I still think of that. On our next stop there, we had to get the Sunday roast. This was so good as well, meat always Cooked to perfection at this spot. We ate it all but I wasn't able to get the toffee dessert as I was already close to falling asleep. This will be a place that I will always recommend to ppl if asked. Staff is always nice here, also if you are traveling with bag they may have some space to put them while you dine. read more

Ehh... I tethered back and forth on 2 stars or 3. Gave grace for seating us after 9pm and being pleasant in doing so. I'm doing a no red meat fast for 30days, preholiday gatherings. So I really wanted a great steak try out! I LITERALLY SHOULD'VE JUST HIT UP LONGHORN! Anywho, we dined in late night and things were just ok. We immediately ordered drinks, a french 75, and french martini. Immediately not pleased and ordered 2 margaritas, that were equally not good either. Drinks were definitely 1-2 stars. For food, we both had ribeyes. Ordering steaks off their menu was a struggle from what they had in and no prices, it was weird! Mashed potatoes, bone marrow, and maple bacon to accompany the steaks. I requested med rare on my steak temp and was presented and med-med well temp steak! Epic fail. Good flavor, but overcooking an $85 dollar steak in insane! Bone marrow was just ok, the mashed potatoes were gross. The bacon was really good. Service was pleasant. This place is too pricey for them to not get everything right! Because I didn't enjoy my drinks, that alone means I'll never return. I am happy that I got to try them out. read more

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