Came here for a group birthday dinner and the staff was really lovely. Very attentive and thorough explanations - what you expect from a higher end restaurant. We also had a toddler with us which they were accommodating to as well. We dined in the downstairs dining room which was elegantly decorated. We started with the Seafood Tower that came with oysters, king crab legs, lobster tail, and a ceviche or sorts on top. Presented beautifully and nicely chilled. Steak platter - ribeye, dry aged, filet all served on a butcher board and already cut for us to enjoy family style. The ribeye was the star and next time, would only order that cut! The other cuts, a little too lean for my preference. The sides were excellent. The creme brulee corn is a must get!! I liked the garlic whipped potatoes and brussel sprouts as well. For dessert, we tried the chocolate cake, which I would consider skipping next time as it was more dense. As a birthday surprise, the table also got a tree sculpture decorated with beignets that were still a bit dense. read more

delish best food in River north drinks on point Service was alright, Yasmine was very robotic and was training, not very nice to the. trainee, yikes eyebrows read more

Steak 48 - Burrata was perfectly creamy - Steakhouses Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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My husband & I have gone there for date nights for a couple years. This one particular night they pushed our reservations back based on our appearance & attire. We used to love it here... I felt very profiled and the security and manger were very rude! Caught me off guard to treat POC so rudely as POC is insane! Do better Reggie read more

The food and service were all amazing. The waitstaff were very attentive. We received soft chocolate chip cookies with our bill and hot towels after our entree. read more

I came here for my birthday and it was a great time. Our waitress was knowledgeable on the menu and her recommendations were a hit. I had the burrata as an appetizer, the petite filet mignon, mashed potatoes and brussel sprouts. read more

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TLDR: DELI$H (definitely splurge-worthy tho!) I've apparently been here twice. Don't remember the first time but the 2nd? I'll never forget. We ordered the braised pork belly--because how can you go wrong with pork belly?!--and some house bread to whet our appetite, and then the off-menu wagyu rib cap (each) as our main. The pork belly and bread were tasty but that's not why we go to places like Steak 48, right? God, the steaks... The steaks were definitely $$$ but also so so worth it! They were so rich and marbled that they literally just melt in your mouth!! My first bite, I was like, "!!!!...!!!" (*insert the gif of a raccoon washing cotton candy here*). I was in bliss from the juicy flavors but also sad that the bite was over so quickly. What the steaks lack in size they make up for in flavor and richness; they're just so incredibly fatty (in the best way possible) that even my inner fat kid was satiated and full after 2 slices--and then proceeded to have 2 more. Definitely highly recommend this place! read more

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Come here a couple of times. Wear the same trousers. Today they just denied me entry for the same trousers was too sporty? ! I am sure it is not the only steakhouse in town. But the arrogance, I will not be back again. read more

Everything was superb!! We took my son to celebrate his Navy graduation ceremony. Everything was delicious and the service was excellent. I'll be back!! read more

Had dinner here with friends a couple nights ago. We come from true Steak country and I can say the steaks here were great. Truly a top shelf experience and fantastic steak. I had the 12oz filet Oscar style and it was a top 5 steakhouse experience for me. Appetizers and bread also excellent. The wait staff was excellent as well and this topped the whole experience off nicely. read more

Don't think I've ever been to a finer restaurant. Services impeccable!! Ambience terrific! Food superb! The corn crème brûlée was one of the best things I've eaten as an add-on side. Steak was done to perfection for each person. Crispy shrimp deviled eggs also my favorite Desserts were excellent. Very expensive but worth a special treat. read more

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We had a 5-star experience here for sure. First, the food was outstanding. We all had steaks that were perfectly prepared and served on sizzling hot plates. I had an Australian grass-fed steak that was absolutely delicious and very reasonably priced. The wine list is extensive and runs from budget-friendly selections to premium priced reserves. The service was fantastic. Our server was Erik. He was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. He was also very helpful and kind to my elderly parents, who needed a little assistance. The great experience even extended outside the restaurant, when we were waiting for a cab. The valet guy saw that my father needed to sit, and offered him his stool. My parents were treated very well, which I greatly appreciated. Top notch Chicago steakhouse. read more

I went with a group of coworkers at the request of one of them who said it's her favorite steakhouse. The decor is cool and everything we had was amazing! I had the stone fruit martini which I loved. The bread to start was delish and my favorite starters were the crispy shrimp and beet salad. I had the petite filet which didn't seem so petite! My favorite side was the corn creme brûlée. We also had the red velvet bread pudding and it was to die for! We were celebrating a work anniversary and they brought us a free dessert of beignets. Our server Allie couldn't have been more attentive and helpful. We were all so full and happy when we left! read more

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Food was delivered through DoorDash and Was unedible, we paid nearly 200 dollars for services and couldn't even eat the food.I took the food back up to the restaurant and the manager was rude and did not do anything to fix the issue. lawsuit will be coming soon. read more

I reserved two tables weeks in advance for my 40th birthday ($50 for both). I even asked about the possibility of a third table, and while I was told it might not be possible, I understood that. What I did not expect--or accept--were the microaggressions and rude behavior that followed. I booked with the intention of having a special dinner with my family and friends, but the experience quickly became difficult. The host falsely claimed that I had been informed ahead of time that our group could not sit together, which was never the case. After much frustration and back-and-forth, we were eventually allowed to sit together--so why the dishonesty and resistance in the first place? Why would anyone make a reservation only to be told they couldn't sit with their own guests? Especially paying for the tables and the ok food and service!!! The evening only went further downhill. The food was subpar, and the overall service felt rushed. To be clear, our server, Jet, was excellent--he went above and beyond and deserves recognition. Unfortunately, his efforts were overshadowed by the poor management, dismissive attitudes, and passive-aggressive behavior from the hosts and staff. Plates were taken away while guests were still socializing, and we were made to feel like we were a burden rather than valued guests. This was supposed to be a milestone celebration, but instead it was filled with unnecessary stress, disrespect, and disappointment. Money was spent only to be disrespected. I will never return to Steak 48. Too many talented in Chicago for that Mess! read more

The food was very good. The ambiance was hip cool and welcoming. The service was exceptional. We had a great Birthday experience & highly recommend it. read more

Outstanding service rating! Wow! After some bad experiences in Michigan, it was very refreshing to be in a restaurant that still pays attention to service!!! When we arrived, we were greeted and asked to coat check. We were then quickly seated. Our server, Emily was prompt and courteous. My drink was not mixed correctly but she quickly sent it back and I had the perfect drink back. The kitchen worked at lighting speed. Timing in this restaurant was perfect. It was so well orchestrated and down to a science! Few places nowadays know how to manage timing for drinks, bread, salad, entree and dessert. Our waiter was prompt but so was everyone else including water, plate removal, warm towels and of course, the kitchen. The plates for the salad were properly chilled (we had the Napa chopped salad - really yummy) and when our steaks came in the super hot plates (I think 400plus degrees) it helped to keep the meat hot while further controlling its cooking. Half way thru dinner service, the manager stopped by our table to check on us and when leaving the restaurant EVERY staff member we passed by thanked us. Additionally, we got a call in the next day asking for our experience. It was well worth the 20% mandatory gratuity, in fact we were delighted and gladly provided a higher tip. Minor things; 1) the music - please have a professional to create a proper playlist 2) dress code need a written policy at the entrance... a jogger still looks like a jogger no matter how much 'fake' bling one tries to pass as real regardless of race and high knee boots with a super short mini skirt only worked for Julia Robert's in the movie Pretty Woman unless one is trying to pass as a 'pretty woman'. The restaurant, food and service are very elegant but I wish dress code was better enforced. I am ok to overlook that in awe of service. It was a delightful evening! read more

The food was phenomenal, from the perfectly cooked steak to every side we tried, everything was top-tier and worth the hype. What truly made the night unforgettable was our waiter, Andres. His service was exceptional, attentive, knowledgeable, and effortlessly charming. He knew exactly what to recommend and timed everything perfectly without us ever feeling rushed. You can tell he genuinely cares about the experience he gives his tables. Amazing food, amazing service, and an incredible overall experience. We'll absolutely be back! and asking for Andres again. read more

Omg I wish I could give this place ten stars!!!! The absolute BEST steakhouse I have ever been to in my life! The food was so amazing EVERYTHING!!! The ambience was perfect and the customer service was top tier. We were treated great from beginning to end from all staff we encountered. This was one of the most expensive steakhouses I've eaten at but I would spend my last dollar here every time. I am coming back to Chicago in December and this will be one of my first stops! read more

We went for my birthday yesterday (a big birthday) and they made me feel SO incredibly special, it felt like they pulled out all the stops. We loved our waitress (I think her name was Karina, mom of two, made things so personal and nice) and the whole staff was very friendly and accommodating. The food was wonderful (crispy shrimp, avocado/crab stack, wedge, the truffle potato, bone in filet, and white fish + crab). We had martini(s) (they go over the top with these!!) and mocktails. The birthday dessert was delicious (not sure how I made room but where there's a will there's a way). 10/10 will be back!! read more

Steak 48 - Ultimate Warm Vanilla Caramel Cake - Steakhouses Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Just an ok steakhouse. I expected to be wowed considering it's Chicago, but nope. The restaurant decor is nice - typical steakhouse decor. Appetizer: I ordered the raw oysters, and they were the stars of the evening. I also had the fried shrimp and prime steakhouse meatballs. All of the appetizer options were great. Entrees, on the other hand, were bland. Entree: I ordered the Lake Superior White Fish with king crab meat. When I tell you, it was a bland, buttery mess? Absolutely no flavor. It tasted like straight butter. I love a great fish dish, and Steak 48 totally missed the mark. I wouldn't recommend ordering. I also tried the Au Gratin Potatoes. While the presentation looked amazing, it lacked seasoning. It was not tasty. Again, I was not wowed. Step it up, Chicago. read more

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We had an amazing experience at Steak 48 over the weekend. We made reservations on a Saturday for a birthday dinner. I called ahead of time to ask what special things they could do and they informed me for additional charge you can order flowers and rose petals for the table. Along with a birthday card from the restaurant. I requested all of the above and they did not miss. The food was delicious- perfectly cooked and full of flavors. The service was top-notch, with staff being attentive and friendly. Everyone was awesome ! I felt truly welcomed and well taken care of throughout the meal. Highly recommend this steakhouse for anyone looking for a great dining experience! You will not be disappointed! 10/10 experience ! read more

We had an amazing meal at Steak 48 for my birthday. The fried lobster really stands out and shrimp appetizer. The wagyu steak was tender as butter and notable was the beignet tree and chocolate bombe. The bacon...indescribable. All in all perfect!!! read more

Steak 48 - Chef's Cut Hanging Bacon - Steakhouses Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great food, decor, ambience. We ordered two steaks (one off menu), apps, and a dessert, very satisfied with the quality of each item. The only moderate complaint would be the slow service, we had to go find our waiter to get the bill because we hadn't seen him in ~30min. Of note, the restaurant includes a mandatory 20% gratuity. I would personally prefer to tip after receiving my service. If you do come here, I strongly recommend the corn crème brûlée side, it is phenomenal and unique. read more

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It was a party of 6 on a cold snowy day on January 9th. We were celebrating The Twin's birthday (44th). The valet was quick.! From the moment we walked in until the moment we left everything was great! We were seated pretty quickly. And then we met our server, Oscar. He was amazing. Oscar explained the menu and made recommendations. He joked with the table and treated us like friends. Everyone at the table ordered a different style of steak while I ordered the sea bass. Everyone said the steak was melting in their mouth and just full of flavor. My opinion is that while the sea bass topped with crab was really tender and a nice portion. It was lacking some flavor. I should have gone with the crusted salmon. Next time! The sides were good and good thing Oscar told us they were shareable. Also, a must-mention was the Crispy Shrimp Deviled Eggs Yum! The wine was great. The jalapeño Mojito was great. The margarita was great, and the blackberry bourbon was amazing. We ordered dessert. We had a deep-fried banana split, a caramel turtle cheesecake type of cake, and a beignet tree with chocolate dipping sauce. AMAZING! between six people and 3 desserts, we didn't even come close to finishing them because we ate too much meat. The one, and only thing I will not recommend, is the coffee or lattes. it was bitter and warm. Hard pass next time! No stars lost for the bitter coffee because it's a steakhouse and they definitely have some good chefs back there cooking the steak to perfection, not one complaint at our table. I'll definitely go back and I hope Oscar is our waiter again! read more

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Wow! This was the best experience I've ever had at a restaurant! All Staff were amazing, they were so helpful. We let them know we had to leave by 6:30 and they made sure nothing was rushed, but everything was perfectly timed. Our server had fabulous recommendations. He went above and beyond. We ordered fillets. Each fillet was cooked to perfection. We got five sides all were impeccable. Cocktails were delicious! And we ended with surprise beignets that were so fluffy and delicious. It couldn't have been any better. It truly was a dream experience. Thank you!!!! Very sexy atmosphere as well. Loved it. read more

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I've visited many steakhouses in Chicago and was disappointed by the quality of the meat. The service was also kind of off-putting. The staff was nice but seemed as they were reading a script and just going through the motions. Of note, 20% gratuity was automatically added to bill. Apps: Burrata - I'm a huge burrata lover but for $24 it was not worth it! There were literally 2 burrata pieces placed on a large plate with a half tsp of jam on each corner of the plate. Too much bland cheese and not enough accompaniments. A little EVOO goes a long way! Meatballs were great! Perfect texture and flavor. Sides: Au gratin potatoes were delicious! Corn crème brûlée was good, but overly sweet IMO. I really liked the texture of the dish. NY strip (12 and 16 oz): the meat was hot and cooked perfectly, however, there was too much seasoning added covering the taste of the actual meet. An orange liquid (from whatever seasoning was used) covered the whole plate. A piece of quality meat should stand on its own with minimal seasoning. Not for me. read more

Steak 48 - Tequila line-up. Meh. Your typical celebrity tequila line-up. - Steakhouses Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Scott at the bar upstairs is phenomenal. I wish I could celebrate every Christmas Eve here he has the best recommendations along with pairing wine. Thank you, Scott. read more

Haven't been here in years! Decided to take my son for his 13th bday with the expectation of him getting a "good" steak. Well as it turned out the steak was "great!". My son turned to me after his first bite and said,"dad This ribeye is amazing". They have really stepped their game up with the service and quality of food! I chose this place because they have a more unique menu that suits my families taste! We had the crispy shrimp which are a must have! We also added the pork belly,asparagus fries, and crispy shrimp devil eggs to our appetizer order! I had the Bone in ribeye for entree and it was cooked perfectly medium like I asked! They also had some great music playing not to loud and very memorable tunes! My son really enjoyed himself! Steak48 thank you again for a great dining experience! Will be back soon! read more

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Great experience. This was our second time coming and it was even better this time around. We were there for my wife's birthday and everyone was so good. Matthew was excellent. His service was amazing, friendly, informative and not pushy at all. I may even request him the next time we're there. After we left my wife and I had a full conversation about how much we enjoyed the service and delicious food. Compliments to the chef. Thank you Steak 48!! read more

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We had such a wonderful dinner! It was a lovely gathering with our friends before heading to a company event. We kicked things off with the amazing rolls (herb butter and parmesan cheese) and some spicy shrimp that were just delightful. For our main course, we chose the tomahawk steak cooked to perfection (medium rare), paired with brussels sprouts and truffle potatoes. Logan and Omar provided fantastic service! Our first round of drinks took a little while, but we didn't let that dampen our spirits. We figured the bar was just a bit short-handed at the time. Our waiter noticed this at the end of our meal and surprised us with a delicious complimentary dessert to make up for it. How thoughtful! read more

Steak 48 - Spicy Shrimp - Steakhouses Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Went for our anniversary and they had a nice note from the staff! Fantastic service and food! Booked it for a Friday night and it was a pretty chill night. Drinks were amazing. Got an old fashioned. Ordered the oysters! King crab! Wagyu! Scallops! And topped it off with the bread pudding desert! Everything was delicious! read more

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Food and service were amazing!!! Why the one star you may ask? The reason is solely because they are FRAUDULENTLY over taxing their customers. Being that in the dining room there is a $100 minimum which from my understanding comes from a racial issue previously publicized along with Theo dress code. In spite of the bad press they've received we were ready to enjoy a good meal and a night out in Chicago. We anticipated our bill to be high which wasn't the problem. We ordered, we ate and we enjoyed! When we looked at the bill it seemed off. Sure enough the tax was higher than it should be. Steak 48 is taxing the gratuity. I asked the server and he couldn't explain it. The manager came to the table and said it's a "service fee" when it clearly says gratuity. I disputed that should not be but he assured me it was accurate. After speaking with the city of Chicago taxation department I was advised that gratuities and service fees are NOT goods and services and should not be taxed. I emailed a letter to their guest services email that was provided to me with no response. I took really good pics of my food but that is NOT what this post is about. read more

Steak 48 - Being overtaxed is never fun especially when you're paying this kind of money!!! - Steakhouses Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Took my wife there for her birthday. Over the years we've been to most of the top steakhouses in Chicago and Steak 48 is as good or better than most of them. The service was amazing from everyone we encountered. It was clear they appreciated us being there. I actually started looking for "Richie" from The Bear to see if he was overseeing the wait staff. The highlights of our dinner included an amazing King Crab Avocado appetizer and two bone-in filets that were perfectly cooked and the best we've had in recent memory. Our waiter, Italo, definitely guided us through a great experience. Highly recommended. read more

Steak 48 - Steakhouses Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This restaurant is very races, discriminating and hateful they cause harm to me and my friends the moment we walked in the door they said we couldn't sit and eat due to my outfit I have on black leggings and a long mid thigh blazer. Remind you it's cold af right now 3/1/2025 it's females in the restaurant with there titties out and with fishnets on showing everything. The security guard grabbed and pushed us out like we were a piece of trash all because we were asking questions. This restaurant is a piece of shiiiii we drove from Ohio to have dinner for my bday and this the bs they do. Had reservations for weeks read more

Steak 48 - This is the outfit they said was revealing - Steakhouses Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This restaurant was recommended to us by a local and they didn't disappoint. The ambience, staff and servers were fabulous and we were greeted immediately upon seating. Our waiter gave us great recommendations and the steak was cooked perfectly. The whipped potatoes, crème brûlée sweet corn and scallops with caviar were among the top hits for our table of 6. The shrimp and calamari were delicious as well. Definitely will be back! read more

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Customer service was awesome!! The ambiance was awesome... But the food at least what I ordered the sea bass was not. It was very plain tasting with no seasoning. Overall if go again I'd try something else. read more

Now I heard about how strict the dress code is at this establishment and I got a chance to witness it myself. They almost sent a young lady home but gratefully she was able to grab a long sweater and safety pin to cover up her sports top. Please come dressed casual to dressy. The customer service was great all the way from valet to the waiter. Our servers knew the menu inside and out...always a plus! I tried the fried devil eggs and they were great! All the food was amazing. I'm not sure what took me so long to go. The crab cakes, potatoes, corn, brussel sprouts...all of it was great. I know...I went to a steak place and didn't get steak‍ But my friend said hers was cooked to perfection. Must try! read more

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I had the filet mignon, which was delicious. The food is excellent and the service is great also.

Excellent service. Very friendly,professional and prompt. Great drinks. Nice venue although it was cold and we were seated under a draft from the AC. The biggest issue is that the food is average at best. When the Steak first arrived, it was way too hot to even begin to eat. As well, I ordered the steak as a medium, and it was definitely overcooked. Given Chicago prices, I think you get what you paid for.The place isn't cheap overall but it is "reasonable" for Chicago. Then again, I've had better steaks at other venues. read more

So I have reservations and I didn't get there until 17 minutes after they close. Which I kept calling and 15 minutes was the grace period. But I was two minutes late. I do understand that once a restaurant closes, They are not obligated to open the doors for you, which is understandable and I did apologize multiple times that I was running late. The young lady was able to have her manager open the doors for us and we were able to sit down which I was very grateful because it was my boyfriend's birthday. We ordered steak 22oz, asparagus fries, loaded baked potato, calamari and the mac & cheese. They do give you bread when you sit. So the calamari was very good. It comes with shrimp as well some kind of sauces. I can't remember the name of the sauce, but it was really good. It was a white sauce. Order asparagus fries my bf said they were really good and flavorful. Our main entrée we decided to split everything because it was big portions. Ordered the 22 ounce was not good. They split it in half for us and half that I got was very fatty and chewy. It was no meat on it. I had a tough time chewing it because it was a fatty meat and for the price I feel like it could've been better. I do work in an upscale restaurant as a chef so I do know a good piece of steak and I know a bad piece of steak and the steak that I received was a bad piece of steak. The mac & cheese was really good settled because when they brought it out, it was very soup. The baked potato was really good, but the bacon that they put inside of it was very hard. They brought out a desert. I believe the guy said it was a butter bread cake whatever it was, it was sour and ice cream it's OK because it was free at the end of the day. The next day they called me to ask me my experience which I really love because most places they don't call you back at a restaurant to ask you if you enjoyed. I wasn't going to them the truth because I wasn't looking for a refund. I just wanted my boyfriend to have a good dinner. I told him the next day I did have terrible stomach pains from the food that I ate to where I couldn't eat anything besides Tums , Pepto-Bismol and water. The manager was very helpful. He was able to send over a gift card so whenever I'm at steak 48 again I can be able to use it. I love how they handled the situation like I said most restaurants they do not call you the next day to ask if you enjoyed the food or how was your service so that part I give it a 10 out of 10 read more

Steak 48 - Steakhouses Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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