Was there for the first time after passing by many times with my best friend, promising myself that we would go. As a woman of transgender experience I am mistreated at restaurants and establishments just for being me. Calling my girlfriends and I GUYS even after we request to be addressed as ladies. The restaurant and staff were respectful from the beginning. I did not have reservations but was accommodated and seated right away. The staff address me as Miss, considering it's in the Gold Coast I appreciate the formality. Had a delicious omelet with spinach, onions, tomatoes and feta cheese. The waiter brought toast with butter and a delicious jam. It all came together with a cup of coffee and great service. I highly recommend this establishment as I felt zero discrimination and all professionalism and genuine kindness. Great job. Will be going there with my best friend on the next visit. read more

RL Restaurant - Me a little nervous with zero clue that I was about to have a beautiful and comfortable breakfast. - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The food was amazing and the service was spectacular even though I didn't have a reservation me and my party was at able to get a seat the East Coast and West Coast oysters on the half shell were amazing along with the frozen peppers vinegar. The lobster bisque was perfect and the crabcake was just right server was super sweet and very, good along with the wait staff literally waiting on us handed foot. This is my first time, but definitely will not be my last. read more

RL Restaurant - Coffee shop - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Posting this because the entire experience looks like something that would be enjoyable. What we got was not. We had a reservation for several weeks. The table where we were seated shouldn't be an available table. The table is so close to the door that I sat up against a curtain, and the neighboring table was so close to us that even if we wanted to have our own conversation, we probably couldn't have. One guy at the other table was closer to our table than his. The size of the table was also odd in that it was so small, I doubt we could've had two entrees placed on it at the same time. The perfect finish to the experience was us saying we weren't staying for more than drinks, and when we said that, the waiter jokingly asked if it was because he smelled bad, then walked away before he could be told why we weren't staying. Only when my wife said, "Thanks for listening," did he turn around and offer us a different table, one of which was available when we sat down. Drinks were great, though. read more

RL Restaurant - We were about six inches from this guy sitting at our table. - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came here for lunch on a weekday with a reservation. We were seated immediately, and the restaurant was incredibly busy. I ordered the RL Burger, and it was so good! The fries were super tasty as well. One of the girls I went with had the corned beef sandwich, and it was surprisingly good. I would be torn between that and the burger on my next visit. This was my first time at the restaurant, and I was excited about the lobster bisque, but it was disappointing. Everyone in my party agreed that it tasted like baby food. I would not recommend it. The service at RL Restaurant was very attentive and professional. read more

We have some friends in from L.A. visiting us this week and first thing on their list was a boat architecture tour on the river. Having just done this deed, lunch was in order, so on our walk back to our condo, we settled into a patio table at RL (Ralph Lauren) Restaurant. The menu was very well curated and there was something for all of us. One had a Kale Caesar with chicken. One had a Crab and Avocado salad. One had a Chopped Vegi Salad. And I had (something I can never pass up) a Lobster Roll. The lobster roll I had here at RL was possibly the best I've ever had and the irony of this does not escape me. I've eaten lobster rolls from Maine to Maryland. From Seattle to San Diego! I'm talking up and down the eastern seaboard and western seaboard and everywhere in between. That's a lot of saltwater and land I'm talking here. So, how could a Chicago restaurant just off Michigan Ave. and 1,300 miles from the nearest ocean pull this off? I sure as hell don't know, but indeed, they did! RL's lobster roll was meaty, I mean a lot of lobster meat; both claw and tail. It had just the right amount of mayonnaise added to make it perfectly moist. The bun was incredible; buttered perfectly, it brought this sandwich together. The fries that came with this roll were crunchy and really tasty. This a giant "Who woulda thunk" or "knock me over with a feather" statement due here. I was duly impressed and will be back for an encore performance very soon. The service was excellent. The setting and ambience was elegant. The noise level was nonexistent. It was expensive, but for the quality of food their putting out, this made total sense. I loved RL Restaurant! read more

Wow the venue here is so gorgeous it's like masterpiece theatre and a secret room tucked in Ralph Lauren's store. The brunch items were delicious from the lobster bisque soup (which was shockingly better than Joes, Shaws, and capital grille) to the chock full lobster slider rolls and yummy tuna tartare. Highly recommend the crab cake entree which is was one of the best I've had. Fresh Oj and Virgin mojito didn't disappoint. The service is impeccable too and the ambiance of this restaurant made celebrating my husband's bday extra special. Highly recommend advanced reservations on open table. We will most certainly be back. read more

RL Restaurant - Lobster bisque soup split - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Over 20 Years in Chicago and I have seen places come and go - but this establishment is Still THE BEST. It is hard for me to go try new restaurants when I can just go to RL. Thank you for always making me Beef Tartare (even when it's not on a menu) Besides the food being consistent and top notch - IMPECCABLE SERVICE what makes this place to be number one in Chicago. read more

RL Restaurant - Beef Steak Tartare - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great atmosphere, beautiful interior and wonderful service. The foods good too. The dessert brownie is huge and tasty. read more

RL Restaurant - Brownie and coffee - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Once again, the folks and staff that always, always delivers. Thank you to Jasmine for the accommodations as she completely looked out for us and our special birthday request to my wife. Every family decision has been made at RL for our family and again, never disappoints. Thank you RL as you guys will always be part of our family. PS Jasmine Rocks and Danny the waiter is who you want to serve you! read more

Always a go to when in chicago especially for brunch. The room is insanely beautiful and the service is consistently wonderful! Everything on the menu is YES and moderately priced as well! read more

RL is a pretty classic and well-established restaurant in the area. The indoor ambiance reminds me of an old school steakhouse combined with a private library -- dim lighting, brown/red leather and dark woods. It stays true to the Ralph Lauren ambiance of the retail store itself. I was debating between and 3 and 4 star rating, and the staff is what really shot it up in stars. My parents have been coming here for a very long time and come in quite frequently. The service was outstanding and I wish I caught our waiter's name, but he was attentive and totally kept up with conversation and had us all laughing. The food was not bad by any means, but nothing that was super overwhelming. I ordered the veggie burger. I am not wild about barbecue sauce so I had it on the side and didn't end up using it. There was a bit of dryness to the burger but I suspect that a sauce would have solved that problem... that was a personal choice. It was not exceedingly flavorful, but still tasted good. Had all of the right fixings -- Avocado, Tomato, Arugula, Pepper Jack Cheese & Barbecue Sauce on a Toasted Sesame Bun so not sure why it just didn't rock my socks. That said, I ate the entire burger with no issue. I also sampled a bit of the chicken milanese that my mother ordered and it was very tasty. I was really in the mood for a veggie burger but would definitely try the chicken next time. I had a side of french fries with my burger, which were somewhat underwhelming. They seemed overly cooked with not so much potato on the inside of each. I don't usually leave a french fry behind, but there were too many dark/hard fries that I didn't finish them all. read more

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Huge Ralph Lauren girl so naturally had to try their restaurant! I made a reservation and arrived a little early so we sat at the bar and ordered some cocktails. We were soon seated and greeted with water and bread plate. I ordered the lobster bisque which was perfect for a cold rainy night. The bisque was packed with lobster meat and flavor. The star of the show was the lobster rolls, it was simple but perfect. The bread was warm and flakey, and the lobster was buttered to perfection. The pigs and a blanket were perfect as well. Also have to try their Bugatti espresso martini... read more

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We met family here to have dinner on a beautiful fall evening. Food and service were great. Price was a little more than we usually spend, but the food was really good. Location is convenient to Chicago's mag mile. We used SpotHero to find reasonable priced parking a block away. read more

I showed up to this restaurant around 10:10. They're hours say they are open til 11. I was told the last call is at 10 pm and they are not open until 11. But then again I'm black so... read more

My wife always wanted to go here so we did this past weekend on her 65th birthday. Did not disappoint. Excellent place to go for a high class meal with good food and service. Menu was simple but elegant. Definitely will be coming back. read more

RL has a marvelously simple menu of perfect choices, with attentive servers who will get the kitchen to modify almost any dish to suit your taste, all timed to suit your soup / salad / cocktail schedule. I love it so much, I hosted my wedding reception for 12 at RL, one week after SCOTUS made it legal. It was glorious. Bunky sent cookies to our table. Since then, whether with reservations or not, navigating the "hostess stand" is a nightmare. First, they want to seat you at a table in the bar. Unless you're a tourist from Indiana, you don't want to sit by the busy bartender's station. When you decline, they try to seat you next to that place where all the forks and knives are being sorted -- making conversation impossible. And just yesterday, after embarrassingly declining three seating choices with a VIP guest, we ended up next to a table of four-year olds. The words, "bottoms on seats or no ice cream!" are forever embedded into my memory. Chuck-e-Cheese on Boul Mich, I need not. So, farewell, RL. If your front-of-house staff can't read their audience and/or your store clientele, they're in the wrong jobs. Also, Joe's makes a far superior lobster roll. Maybe you should sell to Melman and focus back on Lipshitz ties? read more

One of the best lunches in the city of Chicago! An oasis in the middle of bustling Michigan Avenue, RL Restaurant is our favorite lunch spot in the city. Everything delivers from the service to the location to the food. If you are in the area and looking for an outstanding, over the top, relaxing place for lunch, this is it. Looking forward to visiting again. read more

RL Restaurant - RL Burger - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Great ambiance, nice place for a romantic lunch or dinner. The staff was very nice and attentive. The food was delish, will definitely return. read more

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We were at RL last evening after the theater. Reservation was at 5:15pm, already the place was packed! And when I say packed, I mean they packed us in like sardines. I think they added more tables to the dining room, the waiters were literally squeezing through sideways to try to serve. It was uncomfortable. Having said all that, in spite of being so crowded, the noise level was fine, we could talk and hear each other, the waiter was very pleasant, and the food was outstanding. Two people ordered the calves liver in coffee reduction, two people ordered the sea bass but with different sauces and one had a salad with salmon. We were very happy diners. And the coconut cake...well, there are no words. read more

I don't do this often but five stars for Ralph Lauren's Chicago Restaurant. The menu was great, classic options with a more sophisticated approach. The ambience was everything you could want or imagine for a restaurant for RL. The food was delicious and such great quality, everything from the ranch I ordered for my French fries to the lobster role and calamari. The servers were beyond superb. Overall 10/10 experience. It was very busy and crowded (rightfully so!) so I appreciated how the staff was in no rush to get our party out of there, they were there to simply aide us in enjoying our experience. read more

RL Restaurant - Interior ambience - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Ralph Lauren does it with style and class. From our arrival and greeting, to the seating, the ambience, the fabulous service, and of course the brilliant meal, a five-star experience as always! read more

RL Restaurant - Brought my friend Calvin for a 31st birthday dinner. He was thoroughly impressed and enjoyed it immensely. - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This place was amazing! The decor was one of a kind and overall had a cozy feeling to it. The hostess was friendly as well as our server. I ordered the fish of the day which was sea bass. It was light and fluffy, cooked just perfect. I also ordered a half dozen oysters to start which were delicious. The reason why I give this place 4 stars instead of 5 was because it was a bit overcrowded. I arrived 10 minutes earlier than my reservation and there was nowhere to wait. The tables are very close to each other as well. Aside from that everything was great read more

RL Restaurant - Oyster by the Piece - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The Hubby and I were having our annual Anniversary lunch and decided to make reservations at RL. The patio was quite charming. The beautiful greenery gives you more of a secluded feel which I absolutely loved. I ordered The Vegetable chopped salad with grilled chicken and Hubby ordered the RL burger and cocktails. Everything was absolutely delicious. We had a delightful waiter. He was witty knowledgeable and very attentive! His name escapes me but I do remember his beautiful accent. As we were wrapping up, We received a slice of the most delectable coconut cake I had ever tasted. Compliments of RL. I can't wait to return! read more

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We were clearly judged. My friends and I had a reservation for 4 at noon on a Tuesday. We were sat at a pretty crowded table and after ordering a bottle of champagne and bottled water the table was busy! Our waiter didn't really seem to care about our experience at all. The ladies seated next to us were given much more attention. We overheard him selling the specials to them and when we asked he said curtly salmon, scallops, crab cake. Like we were annoying him. We had to pour our own wine, ask for him to take more drink orders and generally do his job for him. The meal was fine, nothing special, but when the talk of the lunch is how bad the service is, it really sours the experience. Was really hoping to love it. And left feeling like $600 was wasted. read more

RL is the classiest restaurant in Chicago. The jewel colored, old charm dining room creates the perfect backdrop for a winter meal. We had a fabulous time. The bisque was creamy and nutty and the veal milanese had a wonderful crunch with each bite and was topped with a lemony arugula salad that contrasted with the breading perfectly. Love this place as an annual treat! read more

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Just amazing. I took my wife here for her birthday. The place is fantastic. Food and service are delicious, location puts you right at Michigan Ave shopping and transportation, and the restaurant is classic. Manager came to our table to talk and was extra nice, awesome server too; worked there for 15 years so we trusted him. There is of course the drawbacks of no parking and high prices, but its an experience that you plan for and you won't regret it. Maybe I'll make her take me here for MY birthday. read more

Fabulous food and atmosphere in downtown Chicago. Highly recommend for a special time.

This is truly one of the best places in the city. More of a special occasion as the price point is high but worth every penny. Love the experience as the restaurant is very beautiful inside. read more

Phenomenal. Went here for brunch.. service, ambiance and food were fantastic. I was craving a proper brunch post quarantine and this surpassed my expectations read more

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Lovely restaurant with consistently great food. When the weather permits, the outside patio provides good people watching.

Best ambiance in Chicago. We sit at the bar every time and enjoy both the food and the bartenders. Always the best energy

Not my first time here and won't be my last. Came for my mom's birthday and New Years. Food is always succulent and savory. We had the calamari and escargot which were both evenly seasoned. Our main courses were the lobster bisque, RF Burger, Veggie burger with the latter being made with a quinoa patty. Very delish. Edgar being our waiter was excellent. He was accommodating and informative. Coconut cake was decadent ad read more

RL Restaurant - New year's decorations - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I came here yesterday with my mom for my bday lunch and What an experience!!! Everything was just amazing. Food 5/5 Interior and decor 5/5 Service 6/5 Cocktails- I ordered a Moscow mile and my mom got the Gold Coast royal. I officially dub thee, the best Moscow mule in the city. Food: Escargot- yum!! Watermelon and feta salad- perfect summer salad RL burger- delicious super fresh Our server was so nice, super friendly and attentive ( RL if you're reading this please check my reservation and give our waiter a compliment because he was amazing) I seriously enjoyed everything. We finished our lunch with a delicious chocolate cake that our waiter brought out with a candle and had Happy Birthday Andrea written in chocolate. How thoughtful and delicious. It was my first time here and it was just beyond lovely. I can't wait to come back. read more

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Loved being back in for lunch! Was so great to be sitting in Joseph's section, he's fantastic, and really appreciated Molly's great hospitality too.The lobster roll was as delicious as usual and enjoyed the chopped salad too. Thanks and will be back in again soon! read more

This place is deep swank. The real deal. Elegant and understated. Oh yeah, the food is fantastic too. Came here for lunch. Why yes, I will have the lobster bisque AND the lobster roll. We'll both have that, in fact! And some steak tartare. My out of town friend had been dreaming about that prior to coming here, and it wasn't on the menu. The accommodating kitchen happily complied, and it was incredible. This restaurant is really great, after all these years. Wonderful food, impeccable service, and a swank interior. Well done, RL. read more

RLs was the prefect spot for a cozy, romantic dinner in the heart of Chicago. From the moment we walked in we were treated with the best service and hospitality we could have hoped for. Our waiter, Jaafar, went above and beyond to make the experience special. It was our first time eating at RLs and we were from out of town. Jaafar enhanced our experience with recommendations and exemplary service. The only thing better than Jaafar's service was the food! We had oysters that were to die for. Our steaks were cooked to perfection and served with a selection of delicious sauces and butter. Fortunately we did not save room for dessert, but next time we will! This is an absolute must do in Chicago! OH!....and the drinks. The drinks were exceptional. read more

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incredible dinner tonight. classy, elegant. food was not over-the-top. steak was perfectly cooked medium rare with a nice char-broil. not over seasoned. the salad was not overdressed. the escargots came with toast with the edges cut off. food and wine was not outrageous. great ambience and service. nothing negative to say. read more

Really good service and good food. The vibe of the restaurant is amazing. Make sure the wear something fancy!!!!

Felt like we were dining in an early 20th century Parisian restaurant. The decor was warm and inviting and we loved every bite of our dinner (salad, Dover sole, Chilean sea bass). What what made this evening spectacular was the attentive treatment of the dashing Maitre d', Nick, who took it upon himself to move us to a more comfortable and quiet table, and checked on us throughout the meal to ensure we were enjoying the experience. We will return! read more

What a great find! I never knew Ralph Lauren had a restaurant. It's right off the magnificent mile around the corner from the RL store. It's decor is dark wood with eclectic art and photos all over the walls. Feels very rich and fancy. We visited twice during our brief visit to Chi town. It was that good. Both times we sat in the bar area which is first come first served. Otherwise I'd definitely recommend you make a reservation. The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating. For lunch, my parents both ordered salads. My daughter and I shared a veggie burger with fries. The kitchen was nice enough to split it for us. A touch I always appreciate. My only small minor complaint was the burger was a little mushy. But the flavor was spot on. The second time my husband and I stopped in for a nightcap. The bartender was making all kinds of yummy looking craft cocktails. The bar area is a little small but it encourages everyone to talk to each other. People were making friends and everyone looked like they were having a fab evening. This is a must visit if you're in Chicago. It's a gem. read more

RL Restaurant - Veg burger and fries. - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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