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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.
3 months ago
I landed at noon, headed straight to the office, finally got to the hotel, and then realized the Hawksmoor was nearby so thought I would head over for a drink and a snack. Bridget, an incredible bartender and food guide, whipped up the best sour cherry negroni I have ever had and talked me through recommended bar bites that perfectly complemented the drink and my mood. I finally managed to decompress after a long travel day because of the incredible service and vibe. Every time I'm back in Chicago I will be back here hoping Bridget and the whole team here tonight will be working that night. read more
2 years ago
My last stop for this year's Restaurant Week! We opted for the Hack Menu, which is all à la carte. I was especially excited to try the burger that's been all over IG, but honestly, it was a bit underwhelming. It was huge, messy, and just okay flavor-wise--not the standout I was hoping for. On the other hand, the steak my table ordered? That had great flavor, and I'd definitely come back to try it for myself. What really stood out, though, was the service and ambiance. The leather, dark wood, and dim lighting gave the space a vibe somewhere between an old-school train dining car and a speakeasy--warm, intimate, and inviting. I would go back for the steak next time. read more
2 months ago
Bridget was AWESOME! The service here was awesome gave the best recommendations. Absolutely insane here read more
A delight. Service was top tier. Went for classic English Sunday roast-we did the upgrade and ordered the chateaubriand ! A worthy upgrade. Pricey but worth it. Food was a tad warm not hot. But I guess that would be only complaint. Sticky toffee pudding was good but very sweet. Would be back. read more
I came here for a work dinner and I highly suggest this place for groups. Whether you are going for work or having a get together, they have great family style meals, and private rooms. The food is delicious and I love the character and history of the location read more
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Restaurant week menu: Potted beef & bacon - Yorkshire puddings, onion gravy Steak frites - dry-aged rump, beef fat fries, gentleman's relish Sticky toffee sundae - milk ice cream, sticky toffee sponge Baked Sea Bream - chili, rosemary & garlic, fennel salad Hot chocolate tart - brown butter ice cream Ash-baked beets - pickled fennel, horseradish, hazelnut Regular Menu: Charcoal-roasted Scallops - white port & garlic Bone Marrow Oysters - charcoal-roasted The only total miss was the bone marrow oysters where it just tasted like bread crumbs and not the oyster at all. Scallops were exceptional and our favorite dish; well balanced between fresh and rich flavors. Potted beef and Yorkshire pudding were a new experience and very filling and tasty. Steak frites were cooked to perfection and so flavorful. Sea bream melts in your mouth; would be perfect if skin was crispy. Desserts were both good. Very good quality and quantity for RW price. Hopefully it stays that way. They also have a weekday happy hour menu that's absolutely worth checking out. Service was very good. Place can get pretty loud though. read more
8 months ago
Randomly stumbled upon Hawksmoor and have been a regular since. Their menu is very delicate with delicious items and imported meats. Service is always good with amazing specials during the week! The scallops and oysters are a must have ! read more
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Anna M.
We love seeing you, Nelly! Til next time!
Have been looking forward to visiting Hawksmoor since I tried the NYC outpost a few years ago. The spacious dining room was a nice start as it felt open but not sparse. We started our meal with the Potted Beef and Bacon. This was a very unique dish and was very tasty. The Yorkshire pudding was light and fluffy but could have used more to enjoy the marrow and bacon. Where the meal fell down a little was their steak. I was hoping for more flavor from the charcoal cooking and it just tasted a little bland. We very much enjoyed the chips and the Boston Lettuce salad. Service was great. We had a friendly server that gave us some good recommendations off the menu. read more
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Tiara was our waitress and she was amazing. You could tell she really cared about helping us decide what's best to eat, she talked to us about our trip to Chicago and we got a birthday dessert! Amazing food and amazing service! read more
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Hawksmoor is quite the hidden gem! Beautiful steakhouse all around with attentive staff, the BEST martinis and arguably better steaks than most restaurants i've been to in Chicago. They nailed the British steakhouse vibe all around. I will definitely be back! read more
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Anna M.
Reviews like yours are why we do what we do. Many thanks!
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Best happy hour in the city! Amazing atmosphere, great food and drinks, easy to duck into but high class enough for a formal dinner or nice date... the best of everything! The team makes you feel like family! read more
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Anna M.
Brett thank you for your visit and for your review!! Please see us…
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Hi Nathan - this is for sure not the experience that we want for you.…
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What a delightful restaurant! They transformed the old Gino's East into a classy British restaurant! The staff were super attentive, the drinks were delicious and the food was Devine. Sunday roast is the way to go! I am drooling thinking about the roast and bone marrow gravy. The sticky toffee pudding was to die for! read more
3 months ago
This was a great restaurant experience in Chicago. Even though it's hard to get out of my head that it's not Gino's Pizza anymore, they did a great job of repurposing the restaurant. The service was absolutely flawless. Everybody on the weight staff was more than happy to help and worked very efficiently. The oysters and Sunday roasts were very good. Everything was cooked perfectly, seasoned well, and the presentation was again flawless. This is a huge space for a restaurant and they're using it well. I do miss the days of it being Gino's pizza, but this is a great repurposing of the place. read more
My partner and I brought friends back to this spot and they all had a great experience and enjoyed the food. We dined on a Saturday evening so it was busy. The only downside to the dinner was that food took a hot minute to come out. Last time when we came on a Tuesday evening, they mentioned that steaks take awhile to come out due to rest time. The time between receiving our apps and our steaks was about 45-50 minutes, which felt a little too long. For appetizers, we did the bone marrow oysters again which is our favorite item here. We also tried the steak tartare which wasn't too bad - it's served with a side of thin bread crisps. The caesar salad was also fresh and delicious and the beet salad is one of my favorite. I loved the sweetness of the beets paired with the horseradish sauce. As for the steak, I got the strip this time. I am not a big fan of aged-dry steaks because they get a little too robust for me, but this one was just right! I do prefer their filet here over the strip though. The side of mushrooms was delicious and I loved them. The mashed potatoes are always a great pick. The mac and cheese was also super cheesy and you can tell that they used good cheese. I always enjoy the ambiance here and the friendly staff, it definitely elevates the experience. read more
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After our fifth experience at Hawksmoor, we confirm with confidence that the food quality and service remain consistently high. The Ultimate Sunday Roast portions are generous and perfectly cooked for us. For us, the exceptional staff have contributed to our being loyal customers. Alex and Julian are phenomenal as well as the remaining staff we've been but whose names we have not yet learned. It's quite impressive when five people, including the floor manager, Martin Ontiveros, brings our orders to our table... it tells us they work as a team, all for one and one for all. It's a very positive customer experience to see everyone working together as one... our hostess even helped out serving us. I wish I knew her name too! We highly recommend having at least one Sunday Roast at Hawksmoor. It's likely they'll win your hearts and appetites for future experiences too. read more
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Love a good Sunday roast! My husband and I visited for a Sunday roast. As a British person I take my roasts SERIOUSLY... Here is my review just on the roast alone; Meat- 1000/10.. Oliver Twist vibes : please sir can I have some more Yorkshire: 7/10- just a little crispy for my liking but good Roast potatoes: 6.2 /10 would've liked them a bit crispier Carrots and veggies: 9.7/10 nice flavors and good texture Gravy: 10/10- I could swim in it. I really enjoyed the experience I will absolutely be returning. I do think the wine selection could be a little larger. I was unable to try the Rolo's too because they were sold out.. so I have to return for those alone. The space is awesome and nicely decorated and the staff are very friendly. My only issue is that it's a bit on the pricey side so will not be coming every Sunday... however I will absolutely return! read more
4 months ago
The food was quite amazing, every bite was enjoyable and delightful. Big shoutout to Tiara - always checking on us with a smile and made our evening that much more amazing. Will be back! read more
3 months ago
Daniela was ABSOLUTELY amazing I c express enough how y'all should come have a great dinner here read more
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500 N La Salle Dr
Chicago, IL 60654
River North, Near North Side
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