Excellent. Everything about Hawksmoor was superb: Food, drinks, service, atmosphere...even the customers were pleasant. Ate off the Chicago Restaurant Week menu. The steak and frites special was generous and properly prepared. My Caesar Salad was very good as well. (Just the right amount of anchovies!). My drink , the "Charlie Chaplin" was so refreshing and icy cold that I had to have 2. (And I'm not even a gin fan.) Such a pleasant experience. Thanks! read more

Poor SERVICE waiter hardly ever came back to ask what we wanted Requested some condiments that came after we finished the appetizer mashed potatoes tasted like they were regular potatoes mixed with the box potatoes Not the best quality of food for the price point and should be in a location like that Place HAD high noise level I would not recommend this restaurant to return to nor to others to visit mediocre restaurant at the best read more

We came for Restaurant Week and really enjoyed ourselves but the appetizers stole the show! The Vietnamese oysters, the scallops and the bone barrow appetizers were my favorites. The oysters were fresh and the ginger chili with the fried onions on top were perfection! The scallops were buttery and the breadcrumbs and pesto broiled on top made for the perfect textural balance. The bone marrow was probably one of the best I've ever had and the onions on top?!?!?! Heaven sent!!!! The Caesar salad was ok. Great croutons but the dressing was really lacking flavor. The ricotta gnocchi was also great, very pillowy on the inside but with a nice sear on the outside and the mushrooms really set it off! The mango desert was great if you're lookkkg for something that's not too sweet. The tartness of the mango with the sweetness of the pavlova was a nice finish. The steak frites from the restaurant week menu left a lot to be desired since it was so fatty, that half was inedible. read more

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I went for restaurant week with no expectations, but it was a great experience! The food was delicious. The steak had the perfect char. The pavlova dessert was light and refreshing. My husband really liked the Yorkshire puddings for an app, and I had the Cesar salad. They actually used real anchovies which were delicious! read more

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I was craving steak but didn't need a full portion just for myself, so I was happy to find that this place offered a family-style dinner option. My daughter and I shared a 14oz ribeye, spinach, and chips/fries--it was the perfect amount for the two of us. We sat at the bar, where the bartenders were friendly, attentive, and very helpful. I'll definitely be returning! read more

Hawksmoor - Steakhouses Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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First I have to state that this is my first ever restaurant review but had to share how disappointed we were in Hawksmoor! Overall it was clear that there staff training program was lacking in all areas. First we arrived 5 minutes early but we were not seated for another 15 minutes. I can understand if a restaurant is busy but there were plenty of open tables. Is it ok now for hostesses to were casual cloths and gym shoes? They advertise and highlight their signature Coldest Martini in the World which I ordered, but when the waiter repeated the drink order he called it a "Gimlet" . I repeated that I'm ordering their signature martini drink and actually showed him their mini brochure highlighting the drink. He again repeated the drink order and again called it a "Gimlet". I gave up and ordered a Ketel One vodka martini with blue cheese olives. Drink was not cold and they brought regular olives with pits,on mentioned this they did bring the correct olives but the blue cheese olives stuffing was a string of processed blue cheese like you'd purchase in a grocery store. At $20 this is not how fine restaurant beverages are served. The appetizers were delivered to the table but we had to ask for small dishes to share. Trying to order their steaks from the menu was painful. The steak selection was plentiful but it turns out their special East Coast Ranch raised rib-eye as well as their West Coast Farm rib-eye were not available. Why didn't the waiter, who was like a deer in the headlights, advise us of this when he first came to the table. How poorly managed is a steak restaurant that is out of their special cuts on an early Saturday night? Also amusing is they state that you should not take more than 90 minutes to finish your meal. We didn't even have our entrees in 90 minutes. :-).. In addition to entrees and sides we ordered their special bread. It was not delivered with the meal and it was not 'Special" . The sides were good but rather small portions. The rib-eyes were good, not $70 good but Ok. They did comp us two drinks for the extended time it took to serve us but then charged me $5 for a second cup of coffee. I know I'm ranting now but I assure you I'm not a nitpicky person but my wife joked after we left that maybe we were being 'PUNKED" and filmed for a reality show. It should also be noted that overall cleanliness was lacking especially the bathrooms . A real disappointment. read more

A bit disappointed. Was so excited to try this one here! My friend loved the one in London so we had high expectations especially for the price point and as a new Chicago steak house. First, and foremost, the cocktails were phenomenal. Then it went downhill. We got the bone marrow starter which was just ok. The Mains: We both got the 10oz filet, which was tough. Like cutting it made the whole table move and I ordered medium rare. Very chewy and tough. The sides were interesting. The mashed potato with gravy- A box of instant potatoes would have more flavor than what was served. And the spinach was fine, we were so over it by then. ALLERGY WARNING: they put anchovies in their butter so if you have a fish allergy be sure to mention your allergy. Or skip this restaurant all together. read more

Nice space, OK service, great beef. I went there a couple weeks prior and I enjoyed it enough to drag my wife back last night. Unfortunately, they put out an offer on social media that they wouldn't honor. Their social media claims that the "rump steak and a side for $40" special runs through Jan 23, every day, from 5pm-9pm, not "happy hour," but when we went to the restaurant on Jan 16, they wouldn't honor the offer, and said it was only from 5-7pm, which is not what the offer said. It's a bummer. I guess the left hand doesn't know what right hand is doing. It soured our experience. Thankfully, there are at least a dozen other good steakhouses downtown. read more

Being married to a British person, I've come to appreciate the tradition of a Sunday Roast. It's a special culinary treat without a direct equivalent in the USA. I always partake in it when in the UK, but I never thought I'd get a good roast in Chicago. Well, I was wrong because Hawksmoor absolutely nails the Sunday Roast. Our server was incredible. Attentive, funny, and super helpful. He kept the gravy coming which my wife appreciated since she told him "I like to drown my roast in gravy". The roast beef was absolutely the star of the show. I would have loved some more. The roasted head of garlic was a really nice touch that offered awesome flavor that I've not seen done in a roast before! The Yorkshire Pudding and roast potatoes were excellent, and the gravy was absolutely top notch. The decor feels like a very upscale British pub which felt comfortable and homey. I was so full by the end of the meal, but I still found room for dessert and their unbelievable Peanut Butter Louis. Our server described it as a cross between a Reese's PB cup and a Snickers, and he was spot on. So good. I cannot wait to go back and take my parents! read more

Hawksmoor - Steakhouses Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A amazing visit with a great happy hour! Everything was 10/10! The Mac n cheese specifically was out of this world! The service was also great, John was a great waiter with a great vibe while also being attentive. Would recommend this place to anyone! read more

Hawksmoor - Oysters - Steakhouses Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Really 4.5 but not a yelp option. Second night of their open. Food solid, staff working very hard. We played a bit of a game of "who works here" because with a pack of any uniform consistency and the massive numbers of staff, if was confusing to figure out who was a manager and who was looking for the restroom. Only the basement floor is open. Beautiful rehab. Excited to see what is on 2 and the private party space on 3. Valet for now only $18 which is a bargain in the area. We were told to order everything as early as possible because steaks require 45 minutes. It was not busy at opening weekend so I imagine the prep time will only get longer as they get fuller. Vegetarian in the party thoroughly enjoyed the fake wellington. Steak lovely. Mushrooms heavy and watery at the same time. Strawberry pavlova sooooo strawberry. Each of their restaurants focuses on a different region for liquor. They are building an Irish whiskey offering. Still dealing with vendors so tbd. L Excited to see where they take this after finalizing staff counts and recipes. read more

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I chose this spot for a Friday night date and was not disappointed! Lovely ambiance with chic decor. The staff was very friendly and helpful as well. We had the oysters to start and steak frites for our main which were both part of the happy hour special. Honestly a great deal for a nice steak house! read more

Hawksmoor - Oysters - Steakhouses Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Finally got the Notorious Beef burger. Solid 6 in the burger bible! Presentation 10 see photos but the burger was a 6 for us. Fries and shrimp cocktail were solid but the burger was a-lot of carbs. Maybe remove that third bun in the center. We wanted to taste more of the patties. It has a strong cheese wiz vibe but man that thing looks good. It's a work of art! Just decadent as hell. The sticky toffee pudding is epic. I'll eat a hundred of those. My buddy Will and I have been in the Chicago burger game two decades. I feel like Au Cheval sits at #3 it's a pioneer can't be moved. Mott St & Loyalist for #1 and #2. Try Warlord, Gretel, and Way Out or Leavitt St for a good smash. The burger obsession continues. Merry Christmas! read more

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What a night! We started the evening with unique cocktails from New Orleans' most celebrated cocktail institutions--Cure and Jewel of the South along with some great appetizers. There was a cornbread appetizer (I know it sounds strange but trust me) that was buttery delicious! Great energy, lots of fun. We then headed to dinner for Steak After Eight, $25 for a steak and a great steak. Hell of a deal! Great atmosphere, great service and great food. Fun! read more

I just left highly upset I ordered a sandwich gave the young man on the register my order specifically had him repeated I get home order is meatless my daughter food is ice cold I'm 3 mins away I call back to get a sarca kid tell me oh well in so many words 30 dollars for a hotdog fry and tomato sandwich smh I'm furious The cost living is extremely high and they took my money with out a gun I guess read more

Disappointing!! Reserved for a birthday celebration. Was a horrible experience from the beginning... hostess was grumpy, sat us in the overspill back area by the bar and near a very large LOUD group. (There were multiple tables open on the floor) mind you we had a birthday reservation. Waited 15 mins for beers that never came. Our server apologized they were served to the large group next to us. GM then came up after our server disappeared and said they ran out of said beers. After being beyond annoyed at this point. We were moved to a more comfortable booth. Food was served and was fine. GM was our server not sure what happened but seems there was a shift change at 230pm for Sunday Roast - was there NO servers scheduled after 230pm? When our bill came we were served the wrong bill that was $150 more than our bill- oh yup we were charged for the incorrect bill then charged for the correct bill. We flagged to GM and said don't worry we got this! I guess by got this they meant your paying someone else tab too!! After multiple days straight of following up we were finally refunded for the incorrect bill we were charged for. + they added an unauthorized tip to our correct bill. read more

Gisselle was our server and she was amazing. Prompt, polite, and attentive, she made our experience. It was my birthday dinner and she made me and my wife feel exceptionally taken care of. Highly recommend! read more

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Terrible with dietary restrictions -- they make everything in house but take the cheap route by adding rue and breadcrumbs. Steaks are small and burnt. $95 for a filet that tastes bad in comparison with Gibson's, Gibson's Italia, Chicago Chophouse and RPM is despicable. Service was incredibly slow and drinks were barely enough for a classic cocktail. Clearly does not meet expectations for a Chicago steak house and would not recommend to anyone. read more

I went for restaurant week. The food was yummy the service was great. The lighting and ambiance on the restaurant was the perfect tone as well! I would go back. read more

I'd like to give Hawksmoor Chicago a tremendous THANK YOU for our dining experience this past Saturday night, 10/19/2024!!! Craig Macnab and the staff gave my FIANCÉ and me wonderful hospitality and accommodations for dinner and such a beautiful, surprise engagement. Also, a huge THANKS to the hostesses for putting up with the photographer, and to our server Riley, who was so knowledgeable and kind. We had: Mocktails - Green Juice was refreshing, Ginger Brew was very strong with the expected bite Caesar Salad - lots of anchovies and croutons, my fav. Big enough to share 2-3 ppl Filet and Ribeye - they don't have traditional steak sauce, but we added sides of marrow and peppercorn sauces, tmuah! Mash, Mac and Creamed Spinach - seemed small to share at first, but we got full, and had leftovers of everything! Cheers! read more

We were there on a Tuesday night. The restaurant was not busy, the atmosphere was nice. The server was friendly, however it took nearly an hour for the food to come out after we ordered. The steaks were just ok. We dine at many level restaurants, I would expect more for $350 dinner for two people. Way overpriced for extremely slow service and mediocre food. read more

I am VERY disappointed in the experience with you guys last night. I sent an email from your website WEEKS ago asking if you could write a message on the menu for my boyfriend's birthday. A reply was sent almost immediately asking what I wanted in terms of the message. I sent back what I wanted. I NEVER got a reply. After SEVERAL emails (the last one being sarcastic saying that you had great customer service), I received a short reply saying we can write Happy Birthday Louis on the menu. Well, we arrive and there's NOTHING on the menu. I brought this up to our waitress and she pretty much blew me off. Let's be clear, our waitress was AMAZING! I think she was just nervous and didn't know what to say. I will say that it was very UNPROFESSIONAL for your team to drop the ball and ruin want was a very special night. read more

My husband and I shared a 30 oz ribeye- excellent! Get the fries! The lobster Louis was good but skip the sourdough bread for $5. Usually we buy the bread but this wasn't worth buying. Even if it was free I still woulda had one piece. read more

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Duck Fat is a comfortable bar/restaurant where the meet your expectations, but not necessarily exceed them. The differentiator is the service and staff. I always am greeted and feel the staff cares about each and every customer. You will never be disappointed after a visit or meal at Duck Fat. read more

I love the design and feel of this place. It has an old school charm, dim lighting, and good date night vibe. I ordered a pineapple cocktail that was fantastic, fresh, and really unique. We came to embrace my birthday, I do think it's a good fit for a special occasion restaurant. My husband and I each ordered steaks, I had the ribeye he has the filet. Steaks a bit underwhelming for sure a high end vibe. The theme was good quality but bland and lacking seasoning, husbands filet overcooked and dry. I do think this is a very nice experience. And they are pretty new so maybe it was just an off night, would give them another try. read more

Everything was delicious, and service was on point! We did a ribeye by the ounce, Mac and cheese, potatoes, steak tartare, the beef pudding (INSANELY GOOD!) and everything was wonderful, except we didn't care for the potatoes much. Wonderful, beautiful space. Clean, service top notch and absolutely delicious cocktails. Also - the price was right. read more

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Thanks to my Facebook algorithm which constantly promoted the $25 steak & frites happy hour special, I decided to come here with two special guests and we each ordered one. The steak is a rump steak which is a leaner cut which usually means tougher and chewier but not in this case. It was tender and had a wonderful beefy flavor. Think filet mignon married sirloin and had a baby. This was paired perfectly w their crispy, potatoey fluffy beef tallow fries and you will have the best happy hour deal ever! We of course had drinks which were poured perfectly...not too heavy on the alcohol but not too light either...well balanced. We also added some $2 HH bone marrow charbroiled oysters and the crisp cool Caesar salad to start. Ended w a chocolate lava cake based sticky toffee pudding made w dates and it was one of the best I've had! Special thank you to our wonderful waitress Rachel. She was truly the best! We have kept Hawksmoor bookmarked and will be returning. read more

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The space is beautiful, service is fantastic and the food was great. The servers are a little less pretentious compared to other steakhouses in Chicago. The butter toffee cake is my favorite dessert ever. I can't stop thinking about it. We had the rib chop ( bone-in ribeye) and it was great. But you have to love a dry aged steak. I'm not a big sauce guy but the bernaise and the peppercorn sauce were fantastic. Skip the marble potatoes and get the fries instead. And the heirloom tomatoes are great as an appetizer but even better with the steak. The acid cuts the heaviness of the steak really well. read more

This was my first time there and my boyfriend and I both loved it. We started with the baked scallops which melts in your mouth. So light and buttery. I got the filet which was cooked to the medium rare I asked for. My boyfriend got the ribeye and mushroom Diane which was a perfect pair together. We ended with the grand roche dessert which was inhaled even though we were both so full. Highly recommend for a date night or work dinner. Our waiter Daniel was very attentive, provided advice and was extremely nice throughout the night. read more

The food was terrible and the mashed potatoes tasted like instant potatoes. The waiter and the service was very slow. The sauces and condiments were brought out at close to the end of our meal, although we requested it a lot earlier. We will never ever be back. read more

Emma was our bartender and absolutely amazing. We got the steak tartar, scallops, northwest ranch ribeye, chateaubriand. Everything was absolutely stellar. The restaurant is cute and cozy. We had such a stellar meal and time! read more

We came to Hawksmoor for my husband's birthday celebration as he is Scottish and loves a good Sunday roast. We're also a sucker for any steakhouse. Hawksmoor fit the bill on all fronts! The restaurant is gorgeous and somehow manages to capture that British pub feel with the light spaciousness of an American restaurant. The chairs are super comfy and the tables are large enough to handle the feast you're about to enjoy. We started with oysters and while small, these were fresh, light, and delicious with a classic mignonette. We also got cocktails - I went with a virgin Bloody Mary, which they had no issue accommodating. We then got the Sunday roast, but decided to split the 30oz chateaubriand for the table instead of the traditional rump roast. Highly recommend this upgrade - the steak was perfectly cooked, had an incredible char, and the flavor and texture were excellent. The trimmings were incredible. An entire roasted bulb of garlic accompanied carrots, broccoli rabe, and a GIANT Yorkshire pudding that balanced that eggy richness of the dough with crispy edges that were perfectly browned. The gravy on the side is as good as any I've had in Edinburg. The potatoes were crispy on the outside and light and fluffy in the middle. Three very hungry adults could not get through the entire serving, and we ended up taking some home. Of course we somehow found room for dessert, and indulged in lattes, sticky toffee pudding, and a beautiful surprise passion fruit pavlova for the birthday boy. The service was unmatched and I'd stack it against any more pretentious steakhouse in the city. Our server was attentive but never annoying, quickly corrected a tiny hiccup (our cheese cauliflower came out late), surprised us with a fun birthday dessert, and even stopped to chat with us at the end of the meal despite clearly being quite busy. It gave the meal a personal, kind touch that truly reminded me of the lovely service you receive in the UK. They have valet parking which was flawless and fast, the bathrooms are clean, the space is beautiful, and the food is impeccable. We will absolutely be back for another cozy Sunday roast. read more

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Went for a birthday dinner a couple weeks ago. Due to availability, our reservations were for the beef and liberty bar upstairs. Upon arrival, we had asked if the main dining room was available and the staff was able to accommodate us where we had hoped to be all along. The waitstaff was attentive and both the food and drinks hit the spot. There was an issue with our initial order, but our waitress was more than generous in making sure we were taken care of. Hope to visit again soon. read more

Came here to celebrate my birthday. Drinks, food, and ambience were all great. Our server Humberto, the bartenders, and all other staff were amazing as well. read more

Hawksmoor - Steakhouses Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We had the burger with beef dip chips. The surprise on the menu was to find a Pavlova which is a delicious but rare item in a Chicago restaurant. And it was delicious. The burgers were thick and great. Burger and chips were quite salty for our taste. The place was great (formerly cable car company). I loved the private rooms for events (2 medium size rooms chic and modern British style and a big ballroom on the top floor) I have been recommending this place so far. Staff super friendly and our server Kimberly was great. Loved it. read more

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I tried their Notorious BEEF Deluxe Special, and the Sunday roast. Before I start, their service is incredible, friendly staff, and very pleasant people. The space is beautiful and the building was built in 1886 and really is fitting for a luxurious Chicago steakhouse vibe. First time let's talk about the burger, we upgraded it to make it deluxe which comes with a ginger brew and beef fat fries. The fries were unbelievable and you can definitely taste the quality. The burger is exactly how they describe it on the menu. Their nod to the McDonald's Big Mac. It does taste like a McDonald's Big Mac, but the ingredients are of higher quality. Now as for the Sunday Roast, this is a tradition where you'd eat a big meal after Church Service and originated in the British Isles. We did the Sunday roast, $42 per person, and comes with roast beef and all of the trimmings. Their bone marrow gravy was great, and the hawksmoor stuffing was another highlight of the meal. Although I think the Sunday roast is a cool idea, I would describe this as a Thanksgiving type of meal. The dry-aged beef rump was cooked perfectly, but I wouldn't come back for the Sunday roast just because most things didn't wow me. I'd be curious to come back and indulge in their bread & butter, aka the steaks and actual menu. Their desserts were phenomenal, the Sticky toffee pudding was moist and sweet, and the Peanut Butter Louis is their take on the 3-Michelin starred Le Louis XV in Monte Carlo,this was a Nutty and chocolatey dessert. read more

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Walked in to a warm friendly welcome at the front door and quickly escorted to the bar for a drink or two before dinner. The bar was buzzing, so much energy and the drinks were incredible, i recommend the ice cold puckeringly sour 'gimlet' or the full fat old fashioned. We went to our table and were introduced to our server, who walked us through what to expect in terms of cuts of steak and wait times should we opt for larger cuts or higher temps, even a touch of history thrown in! You must try the scallops and potted beef for appies! We opted to go for a larger cut of chateaubriand which i havent seen much around chicago but did not regret, so delicate. We chose creamed spinach and mash and gravy for sides ands they were both delightful. our server even sent us a side of their 'bone marrow gravy' as they said we had to try it. Feeling totally full at this point we had a look at the dessert menu and oh my!! everything sounds incredible, we decided to share the peanut butter louis (there wasnt much room left in the old belly). We will for sure be back! read more

Had a WONDERFUL meal and experience at Hawksmoor Chicago! Went for the Sunday Roast (which was fabulous), but my spouse ventured off and ordered the Monkfish, which was also TDF. SO fantastic! Ruben took great care of us, as did the bartender for our cocktail before being seated to dine, as well as their knowledgeable Sommelier, who didn't steer us wrong. If you're in Chicago and want a phenomenal, satiating and divine meal, don't miss Hawksmoor. read more

Dined last week.. absolutely amazing !! Our steaks were perfect, but the Scottish dude behind the bar is the reason I'm coming back. read more

The service was great from the hostess to the waiter. The guy assisting our waiter never smiled hope when he is full waiter he is more personable. read more

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