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Hawksmoor delivered just the experience we were looking for: fancy steakhouse that had its own personal flourish. Highlights: steak, martinis, and service. FOOD: we had the filet, sauteed spinach, potatoes (though I cannot recall the variety but they were fried and almost tater tot like but also totally different -- haha), caesar salad, martinis, and a pudding for dessert. Absolute highlight (and rightly so) was the steak-- not only just an incredible flavor (and cooked a perfect medium rare) but the salt on the crust added a perfect contrast to the flavor of the meat itself. I most liked that it was both enjoyable and flavor focused. The potatoes, bread, spinach, and pudding were all great too, but the steak was the reason for the visit and delivered! SERVICE: friendly and professional-- no complaints! DRINKS: upscale and great. As advertised-- the martinis were ice cold as they use the method of chilling the liquor (though that's not the standard shaken martini style). AMBIANCE: very nice and perfect for a fancy and upscale meal! I especially liked learning about the different cooking style of the steak (British cooking method) which seems lighter but delivered such a perfectly cooked steak that I will definitely try when cooking at home!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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!
Stopped by for happy hour and can't wait to return. The vibe speaks for itself when you initially sit down in front of the beautiful bar. Add one of the best old fashioned cocktails at a fabulous price and you can't beat this place. Server was super friendly as well. No food this time but it looked outstanding.
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!
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.
I could not think of a better place to celebrate my birthday. Our waiter Dylan made it special. I will be back!
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!
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.
2 months ago
1 month ago
From when we arrived till when we left the service is simply top notch! We were running late for our reservation and I called ahead of time feeling stressed they would be mad but they were super sweet and held the reservation for us. We sat at this booth with our daughter overlooking the beautiful restaurant. For appetizer we got the scallops with garlic breadcrumbs. Presentation was beautiful and the scallops were AMAZING. Cooked to perfection and seasoned well. My husband and I both decided to get the 1855 8oz filets which came with delicious bone marrow side. We also got a side of the garlic shrimp and a side of mac n cheese. Steaks were cooked to perfection and seasoned well. Mac n cheese was very cheesy and so good! The garlic shrimp had heads on which was a surprised but the shrimp was seasoned well and pretty good as well. The food was amazing and staff was so sweet. It is pricey but we enjoyed our time immensely! :) Would love to visit another Hawksmoor location in the future. read more
8 days ago
1 month ago
Hawksmoor delivered just the experience we were looking for: fancy steakhouse that had its own personal flourish. Highlights: steak, martinis, and service. FOOD: we had the filet, sauteed spinach, potatoes (though I cannot recall the variety but they were fried and almost tater tot like but also totally different -- haha), caesar salad, martinis, and a pudding for dessert. Absolute highlight (and rightly so) was the steak-- not only just an incredible flavor (and cooked a perfect medium rare) but the salt on the crust added a perfect contrast to the flavor of the meat itself. I most liked that it was both enjoyable and flavor focused. The potatoes, bread, spinach, and pudding were all great too, but the steak was the reason for the visit and delivered! SERVICE: friendly and professional-- no complaints! DRINKS: upscale and great. As advertised-- the martinis were ice cold as they use the method of chilling the liquor (though that's not the standard shaken martini style). AMBIANCE: very nice and perfect for a fancy and upscale meal! I especially liked learning about the different cooking style of the steak (British cooking method) which seems lighter but delivered such a perfectly cooked steak that I will definitely try when cooking at home! 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
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
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
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
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
3 months ago
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
Stopped by for happy hour and can't wait to return. The vibe speaks for itself when you initially sit down in front of the beautiful bar. Add one of the best old fashioned cocktails at a fabulous price and you can't beat this place. Server was super friendly as well. No food this time but it looked outstanding. read more
4 days ago
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
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
1 month ago
I could not think of a better place to celebrate my birthday. Our waiter Dylan made it special. I will be back! read more
7 months ago
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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Anna M.
You're welcome back any time, Adrianne! Try the Banoffee Pudding when…
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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Anna M.
Thank you for your thorough notes, Mark. We appreciate the visit.
2 months ago
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
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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Anna M.
Please see us again soon, Carol! We will be sure to share your…
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
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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Anna M.
Thanks for popping in! Great pics!
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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Anna M.
Congrats on your win and thank you for checking out RW!
4 months ago
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
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
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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Anna M.
Wow, Tasha! Thank you very much for your generous notes.
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
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Anna M.
Thank you for sharing this—what a lovely way to spend an early…
2 months ago
Service was amazing! Everyone was attentive and friendly. Food was delicious! Would definitely come back again! read more
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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Anna M.
Hi Maya…
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
2 months ago
Sunday Roast dinner for 2 is fabulous!! So much food and delicious. Service was excellent. read more
1 month ago
An incredible vibe paired with exquisite live music, top-tier service, and phenomenal appetizers--from the fabulous fried shrimp and fresh oysters to the surprisingly delicious Yorkshire pudding sloppy joes! While the Sunday roast itself was the weak link, coming out a bit lukewarm and lacking tenderness, the incredible trimmings, rich gravy, and attentive staff made for a memorable meal. Definitely worth a visit, and I'll certainly be back next time to try the steak instead! read more
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
3 months ago
1 year ago
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
2 months ago
2 months ago
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
3 months ago
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500 N La Salle Dr
Chicago, IL 60654
River North, Near North Side
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