This steakhouse offers classic dishes in large portions. We tried a steak, pasta, fries, and a few cocktails and everything was delicious. The Old Fashioned I had here is probably the best version of the drink I've had anywhere. We ate upstairs in the dining room which has a nice street view and is well lit. Overall I felt like the vibes were good for a business dinner or maybe a family outing. The bar area downstairs is probably a better fit for dates. The service was 10/10 incredible. Our water glasses never dropped below half empty, and the waiters remembered our names. read more

We were taken care of by Steve on a friday evening. He was amazing. The lamb chops were to die for. I really love the new location. Recommendations: Old fashioned- obviously Slow steep- very yummy Starters Shrimp cocktail- delicious. Can't go wrong Crudo- delicious flavors Main Any of the steaks, they're gonna be great but you HAVE to get the Au poive sauce! It's a non negotiable!!!! Lamb chops- GET THEM! They were very large when I was there but also SO yummy Sides- mash or double baked potato, mushrooms and broccolini read more

Great happy hour spot with great portions! When we got there we were moved around a lot. Happy hour is only in the area by the bar. Service was good everything came out very quickly! I got a dirty martini to start- I didn't love the taste. Something was a bit off about it. We got oysters, filet sliders, fish tacos, ceviche and truffle fries. All great portions! The oysters are great- came with a jalepeno lime sorbet which was a great topping! The filet sliders were also cooked very well and very flavorful! The ceviche was a huge portion! I loved this. Mostly shrimp with a cilantro lime sauce! Very great happy hour specials! read more

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Just grabbed a coffee and some Gelato. Pretty good, the place is always packed outside and inside. Great people watching. read more

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Came here for a girls night and I can say service was absolutely amazing!! Our waiter Ben was really good and giving his recommendations. He went above in letting us know what is good on the menu and we felt so welcomed. The ambiance inside is so good, it was a little warm and Ben made sure it got fixed before it got a little cool and it felt right. We ordered their lemon chicken which was a little dry and a little salty, but filled with a lot of flavors. Wished it was a little more juicier. Loved their truffle fries, we finished that off right away. The bolognese was good but it could be a little warmer for my liking. We also ordered dessert and it was good. It was a really big chocolate cake that could be split between more than 3 people. I applaud their service, but wished they did not have to go between the tables too much where I was sitting as I was being brushed from behind my chair a lot. read more

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The outdoor seating is a definite highlight, absolutely beautiful on a spring day. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the atmosphere. The burger and fries were below average, and the Asian salad felt like little more than a bag of pre-shredded cabbage dumped on a plate with minimal effort. If you're just looking to fill up without much concern for quality or flavor, this place will do the job, but don't go in expecting anything memorable. read more

This place already comes highly recommended as it's a Chicago staple. I'm not one for the happy hour as it gets incredibly loud and packed. The food is amazing and the cocktails are always on spot. Lunch or dinner, you won't be disappointed. read more

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Great atmosphere, a lot of energy at Tavern. Food was fantastic, short rib bao, croquettes, hamachi and wedge salad were top notch. Loved the entire meal and experience. This is 10/10 can't wait to return. read more

First time in the new location. Wonderful setting and wonderful food but the server Steve made the evening. Guided us through the meal in every way. Went way above and beyond. The best. read more

Went today for a lunch meeting. I've been a few times. The glassware on our table had residue wait staff was OK, but one of them rolled their eyes at the acquaintance I was dining with. I informed them about the residue and they tried to tell me that that's the glass, but there were granules in the glasses. Outside of that the staff was attentive as there were only a few of us in the restaurant. It's fairly quiet during lunch. The gumbo was really really good. The Caesar salad was good and the pork belly fried rice was really really good and I had a nice Cabernet as well. read more

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Was dreaming about this brunch the night before, that when the morning came, Tavern on Rush was my first stop. Despite it being very crowded, it was easy to get a table outside upon walking up. It was a windy day in Chicago, but the workers were hospitable and attentive. Highly recommend going with friends and splitting both a savory and sweet item, because both the omelette and pancakes were the perfect mix. The portions are extremely generous and the prices are extremely fair. This was by far one of the best brunches I've had in a long time. There is nothing better than starting your day with a delectable and delicious meal. I've heard the restaurant is perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner, so I can't wait to try the lunch and dinner menus. Tavern on Rush has easily became one of my new favorite places and I can't wait to dine here again. read more

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Disgusting and disorganized. Avocado toast was bland with arugula that was drenched in dressing, inedible; stale bread. Eggs Benedict with short rib was one of the most disgusting thing I've ever eaten in my life. The meat was like Mom's leftover pot roast from one week ago. I will give hats off to the back of house for perfectly poached eggs. The rest of the food was abysmal. The service was hectic and disorganized, even with very few patrons; very poorly managed. Good location and people watching. Maybe lunch is better but I'm afraid to try again. read more

On June 9, 2026, at approximately 10:56 PM, I had a very upsetting experience at Tavern on Rush. A hostess seated me and my friend outside and provided us with menus. She informed us that we could have one round of drinks, which was completely fine with us. Shortly afterward, a man who identified himself as "Andrew" approached our table and rudely informed us that he would not be serving us because the outdoor area was closed. I politely explained that a staff member had just seated us outside, given us menus, and told us we could have one round of drinks. He responded by saying, "Well, I will not be serving you. I will serve you inside. Outside is closed." At that time, there were still multiple guests outside eating, drinking, and being served additional beverages. I then asked to speak with a manager. He stated that I was already speaking to the manager. When I asked to speak with his manager, he told me no manager was available. I then went inside and spoke with another manager, who listened to my concerns and informed me that it was, in fact, okay for us to remain seated outside. During that conversation, I learned that the employee's real name was Steve and that he had provided me with a false name. I felt singled out, embarrassed, and profiled by the way Steve treated me. His tone was rude and dismissive, and he removed the menus from our table before walking away. As a customer who has visited Tavern on Rush multiple times, I have never been treated in such a disrespectful manner. I appreciate the apology from the manager on duty, but I believe this incident should be reviewed seriously. No guest should be treated this way, and providing a false name while acting in a management capacity is unacceptable. I am submitting this complaint because I believe this behavior reflects poorly on the establishment and may not be an isolated incident. read more

Very cute place in the Thompson hotel service was excellent please fast martinis was a point blue cheese, awesome three of them on my and then the poor martini was delicious read more

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Love, love, love the new Tavern on Rush!! I had such a wonderful brunch here today. My waitress Jessica was great! We had the tavern breakfast and the salted caramel pancakes. Everything was absolutely delicious. Amazing experience! I tried the Pineapple Express cocktail, and it was great. Very refreshing! Can't wait to come back here very soon!!! read more

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This is 5 stars for Jessica who was our waitress today! Not only was she so attentive but she was helpful in picking out some amazing drinks, charismatic and so funny! I would come back just to sit in her section truly some of the best service I've had this year! The bar area was lively for a Tuesday night and the drinks were delicious! Will absolutely be back! Thank you Jessica! read more

Very mediocre food for the price. Happy hour is for bar only (which they do not tell you), and if you want to share plates, it's a $10 split fee (hidden on the bottom of their menu) I've tried giving Tavern on Rush three chances but I've left regretting spending money on such subpar quality food, and service. read more

Staff that act like the simplest thing is soooo difficult. unfriendly and not interested in a guest positive experience.

Solid date night spot for drinks. There's a good vibe and bar seats vs high tops aren't significantly different. Bartenders are attentive and friendly. Tuna tartare is excellent. Seems to be frequented by older/business suit types on a weeknight, but not exclusively. It's a place that justifies dressing up more than down. read more

Tavern on Rush is an upscale restaurant with a great vibe. The food is fresh and delicious and the staff I s very professional. I recommend sitting in the bar area, having some drinks and appetizers. read more

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New location now located connected to Thompson hotel my place is back open! I absolutely love tavern on rush. Perfect little spot to sit outside and enjoy good food. It's a vibe, good music exceptional service and ambience will have you staying longer than you anticipated. For starers me and my girl did the calamari, and the Cesar salad . I was so happy they also had the option grilled delish and highly recommend. For entree we both did filet mignon I ended up doing the petite one. Sides we chose mash potatoes and asparagus. Dinner was lovely . Cocktails I chose the expresso martini which your girl didn't finish due to the 1942 shots . Overall the drinks were made with love . Great choices for wine options too! Enjoyed my experience and look forward to being back soon! read more

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I went here for brunch with my family on a very cold January day. This restaurant recently reopened under new management and it was jammed inside. The chicken sandwich itself was decent and satisfactory. Really just a normal chicken sandwich, but I did enjoy the fig jam and Brie. However, the real issue with this place is the service. We were celebrating a birthday and not only did they forget the birthday dessert but it took over 30 minutes to get the check once we had asked. Our server changed halfway through lunch and this created a lot of confusion throughout the meal. My parents had gone here a few weeks prior and had a much better experience so I don't know if it was just an off day or what? I think it's an easy place to meet up with friends and I would try it again, but probably not anytime soon. read more

Tavern on Rush - Chicken sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We were excited to see Tavern On Rush was part of Chicago Restaurant Week 2025. Since it opened in late 2024, we have been wanted to stop by. The inside is beautiful and we decided to sit in the atrium. I was impressed that the staff memorized our name from the reservation and continued to call us by our name throughout the meal. From the event menu we chose the soup of the day and the Whipped Ricotta. The soup was similar to a minestrone, a little heavy on the salt. The Whipped Ricotta on the other hand was the star of the show, creamy, sweet, a little salty, and had a well dressed salad. For the main we tried the Korean Chicken Sandwich and the Tavern Prime Burger. I was a big fan of the burger, cooked to perfection, and both came with a generous portion of well seasoned fries. Unfortunately the Korean Chicken Sandwich was a little overcooked and it has more of a teriyaki flavor than Korean. The gelato was nice at the end. The Chocolate was deep and rich and Pistachio was very pistachios forward (as it should be). Overall enjoyable experience and would highly recommend the Whipped Ricotta. read more

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Well look who decided to return to the fold in a different space, but same area lol! Came through for lunch this past Saturday and it was a good choice. Had an amazing server by the name of Leah and we loved her. Started with a mezcal cocktail by the name of Only Fan...pretty decent! Then I followed that up with a Handsome Rob which is basically a Manhattan...very good. My final drink was an espresso martini with mezcal instead of vodka and it was definitely on point. For food, it was a difficult choice as there were so many good lunch and brunch options. I decided on the Steak Sandwich (medium rare) which was a good choice. Was a chopped filet with onions, tomatoes, peppers, garlic aioli, chimichurri sauce and chihuahua cheese on a toasted ciabatta bun...a lovely sandwich. Came with delicious fries. Glad the joint is back and better than ever! read more

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Location Location Location Tavern on Rush is another one of our favorites in Chicago. The entrees are generous and the bar area is lively with great cocktails being served right on Rush with lots to do in the area. The service at Tavern on Rush is amazing! read more

A good 3.5. The restaurant is upscale and modern. There is seating both indoor and outdoor but often outdoor has the longer wait. The food was good and sometimes great. The branzino was cooked well and accompanied by tomatoes. The creamed spinach was good but slightly too creamy. The pork belly braised friend rice was a hit. The dessert portions were large. Tried the red velvet cake and it was massive but too chocolatey in my opinion. Service was friendly but didn't check back often so we often had to flag our waitress down. read more

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Amazing! The service was upscale and the food was beyond what I could imagine. This place shocked me in such a good way. I am from Chicago and never been here until now. This will definitely be a date night regular. read more

Came here recently with friends on a very busy Friday night. A few days prior the earliest reservation was 8:45pm, so be sure to plan ahead if you want a more prime time slot. Even in the bar area ahead of our dinner reservation, it was PACKED. The service staff did their best to navigate through the crowds. My friends enjoyed martinis is big elegant glasses (forgot a photo - different than the espresso martini one). Once seated, our waiter (a very tall man!) was great. We were greeted with a small sparkling wine pour and the option for still or sparkling water. We had some great Pinot noir from CA and I really enjoyed the pork fried rice. Wow, just send me some of that on a cold day. My pasta dish was comfort food at its best. I had leftovers! Went well with the wine, too. It was a little easier to talk and walk around upstairs, so I definitely appreciated that. The ambience is luxe and comfortable. If you ask nicely, you can get the off menu famous burger for dinner. read more

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Good spot for a late meal.. TV available to watch sports game.. Full bar and nice menu... Heated patio as well for outdoor dining.. Really good service and friendly. I ordered the bolognese and it was really good, big portion, just wish it had a little spice to it but i ordered side of red chili peppers and it helped. Definitely recommend place! read more

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The food at Tavern on Rush is exceptional! We went for brunch. I had the Asian Chicken Salad and it was awesome. My friend had the Seared Salmon BLTA and really enjoyed it as well. I sampled one of his fries and they are as good as they look in the attached photo. We had friendly and efficient service. We enjoyed the atmosphere. I would definitely go back. read more

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My former coworker and I stopped by Tavern on Rush for happy hour. They featured happy hour Sunday - Thursday from 3-6pm. Their selection is large with a dozen drinks and dozen bites. She started with the winter cherry, and I chose lush on rush. We started with the ricotta and Caesar salad. The Caesar was nice with the Parmesan crusts and the Ricotta presentation was very beautiful but a bit overwhelming. We had to try the pork belly fried rice which was my favorite. She ended with the black and gold and I had the espresso martini. Overall, the area was a bit busy for my liking, the bar was full at 4:20 when we arrived. Good to show out of town guests! read more

Ahhh yes, the much awaited legacy continues in the new - and much improved location inside of the Thompson! The ambiance is exquisite! The main level carries on the same swanky vibe of the original bar, although the bar doesn't feel nearly as open as the OG space, but still has large acordian doors that open to the sidewalk on a nice weather day. As expected, very crowded on a Saturday night with all the usual suspects. The City socialites scene is back in action and I'm happy to be here for it. This pocket of the city was just not the same without the Tavern. A fully elevated experience is found up on the second level with views overlooking the street and top notch professional service. The menu is different with a few carry-over popular items like the seafood tower and waygu meatballs. Everything from the moment we were greeted at check in to the time the bill came was well executed and has me already wanting to come back for more! I loved the mini glasses for bubbles, a classy differentiator to kick off the meal. Shout out to Lisa (server) for making sure everything came out to our liking and to Marco (GM) for going above and beyond when he learned we were the first to order the Seafood Cataplana. Don't hesitate to try it, it's quite phenomenal and a hearty portion for two. Truly made for a wonderful impression and I look forward to many more satisfying meals here. A little on the splurgy side especially for cocktails and wine, but you are worth it and this is Gold Coast so know that going in. Ambiance:10/10 Quality & Value: 10/10 Service: 10/10 read more

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The new location just across the street is gorgeous. Brand new but feels the same as well. The first floor holds a huge bar and tons of tables for dining or cocktails. Wrap around windows still offer a perfect view of Rush Street city life. Our server was very sweet. We took time to order because we were friends catching up. He was professional and helpful. He made suggestions and knew the menu well. We enjoyed our lunch and look forward to dinner soon. I ordered a salad that was perfection. We were celebrating a birthday and was surprised by the personalized attention. Thank you!! read more

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We had such a great night at dinner last night! I've known Matt (bar) and Margot (Manager) for over 10 years, and they continue to be an amazing duo who consistently provide exceptional service and always take such good care of us. A special shout-out as well to Tyler, who was incredibly accommodating in adjusting our seating to fit an unplanned guest addition. Thank you, Tavern, for hiring and maintaining such a wonderful team of true professionals. You make every visit a pleasure! read more

Service in the evenings is terrible. Mostly a pick up place. The menu is limited. Soup was delicious but high high in sodium ! Ate several breakfast s and it's pretty much ok. Not as nice as when it was Nikko's ! The seating is uncomfortable,, no booths. The bar is ok if one is solo. Also some of the staff are in training and don't quite understand the Hyatt program/ globalist perks. I hope the Thompson tries to improve it. read more

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Glad to see this place back open! We were greeted with the smile and upstanding service by the manager and hostess staff. The restaurant is a tab, but smaller than there are the location however it still has the same vibe. We were greeted with a glass of champagne and order our appetizers and food, I would say the menu is something that needs to be somewhat edited to be very similar to the other location. However, the food was good, and the waiter was pleasant. Looking for similar experience on Rush just think differently. read more

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We were in need of a new years day reservation for 12 people only a few days in advance, and Tavern on Rush was more than happy to accommodate us. With big groups it can be hard to find restaurants that are able to make it work, but Tavern on Rush did, and it seemed that they were happy to do so. We had a beautiful private room at the back of the restaurant which was perfect. I was very impressed with the service here, and we were especially grateful for our server Christian, who is hilarious and gave us great recommendations. The food was also very good, but I would come back just based on the hospitality. read more

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The former location was nice, but this new space across the street is amazing. It's in the Thompson Hotel in the former Nico Osteria, which was a favorite. The bar is on the main floor and the second floor has a wonderfully laid out dining area. We had a terrific server with Christian who added to the delight of our meal. The corkage fee is $60 so I brought an appropriate wine ! Their wine list wasn't bad and fairly priced. It's a terrific menu with prices that are not outrageous, especially with the quality of the food. 3 of us dined and 2 started with the soup of the day, potato leek, which I sampled and it was great. I had the oysters which were east or west coast, or mixed. I had a half dozen of the east coasts. They could have been shucked better, but were delicious. I love Dover sole and theirs was outstanding. I only used the lemon juice to not detract from the flavor and it was perfectly deboned at our table. The others had the petite filet,tuna tartare, and truffle fries. Everything about this restaurant is top of the line, from service to the food quality. read more

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My husband and I dined at Tavern on Rush on 9/10 for our wedding anniversary. It was a great experience from check in to leaving. We were able to get a perfect table outside that felt private. We felt very welcomed by Ben and the entire staff. We had wonderful drinks, the portion sizes were great, and treated us with a nice dessert at the end. Ben is one of the best GM's in Chicago! We absolutely will return this to Chicago staple for special celebrations to come! read more

As always, it's a great experience spending time at Tavern On Rush. Whether you're here for brunch or dinner, the atmosphere is always on point--lively yet comfortable, perfect for a casual outing or a special occasion. The food is consistently delicious with generous portions that truly satisfy. From classic favorites to elevated dishes, the menu delivers in both flavor and presentation. The cocktails are well-crafted, with balanced flavors that complement the meal beautifully. Service is attentive and professional, adding to the overall seamless experience. Tavern On Rush continues to be a go-to spot that never disappoints. read more