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    Smith & Wollensky - Chicago

    3.7 (1.3k reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSteakhouses, Seafood, New American
    Closed 12:00 pm - 8:30 PM
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Seafood tower
    Alex M.

    My team has a tradition of organizing a dinner at Smith & Wollensky, and as a first time attendee, I now see why. From its setting right on the Chicago River to the flamboyant table-side service, each moment of our dinner was memorable. The restaurant itself felt grand and historic; I felt like I was stepping back in time to attend a stately dinner party. Our group was large (~10 people), so we were guided to the bar as we waited for our full party to arrive. I ordered a blackberry-infused mocktail, which was pleasantly tart and tasted sophisticated even without the alcohol. Once we were settled at our table, we ordered a seafood tower, two types of steak (tomahawk and dry-aged), and several side dishes to share. The seafood tower was a showstopper; piled high with crab, lobster, oysters, and shrimp, there was an abundance of fresh seafood to go around the table. To top this, the tomahawk steaks were rolled out, and the server theatrically seared each steak with a stick of butter and a blowtorch. All eyes at the table (and all of the surrounding tables) turned to watch the spectacle. The remaining dishes were then brought out, and everyone heaped their plates with the two types of steak and array of side dishes. The steak was solid, but many of the side dishes tasted slightly overcooked (e.g., burnt Brussels sprouts, mushy carrots). Always one to make room for dessert, I couldn't resist the Gigantic chocolate cake. This was no ordinary chocolate cake - each layer (and there were many) was blanketed between layers of rich ganache. Dessert was the highlight of the meal for me. Dinner at Smith & Wollensky was an experience I'll never forget, and I'd consider coming back with a large group for a celebratory meal.

    Amazing mashed potatos
    Justin M.

    The restaurant has a classic old school Chicago Steakhouse feel. Its on the water, and if you get window seats its nice to watch the boats go by while dining. The over experience met expectations, the service was friendly and attentive. The old fashioned was solid, with big ice. The coffee seared tenderloin with some type of cheese sauce was unique and cooked to a great medium rare. It wasn't pretty, but it was tastey. The Chilean Sea Bass served with Risotto was fantastic. The fish was tender and juciy, and paired will with the risotto. In general it was a solid place for anniversary dinner. I wasn't overwhelmed, but enjoyed the experience.

    Wollensky's Butcher Burger*
    Tiffany L.

    Hubby and I came here after a long morning of sightseeing. We sat at the bar because we wanted to try the Wollensky burger, which is only served at the bar. It was absolutely delicious! I also ordered a lemon drop, and hunnyyyyy it was stiff!!! Our bartender understood the assignment! She was awesome!

    Darlene N.

    I had been wanting to come here for awhile now to see how this steakhouse is. Hubby asked where I wanted to go for Valentine's Day so on 2/15/26 we went that evening. Requested a window seat with our reservation but were told they couldn't guarantee one because they are in high demand which was understandable. We get there and use valet parking. Walk in and are immediately greeted at the front desk. They told us to go downstairs where the main dining room is. There were steps to lead us down there. We were surprised that there was a window seat waiting for us when we were seated and it seemed to be the best seats in the place in my opinion. The view was spectacular of the river and the pretty downtown lights. Rosana was our server and she was FANTASTIC - friendly, knowledgeable and whatever we reasonably asked, she quickly got for us. They brought us out bread to start that the flavor was so good. Our drinks came and I would highly recommend getting the key lime martini - one of the BEST drinks I've had in my life. Tasted just like key lime pie!! Scrumptious! Hubby had the Gilded Pear Sparkler which had LaLuca Prosecco, REÀL juicy pear purée, cinnamon & clove syrup. He enjoyed his also. We ordered our food and we got the Wagyu Ribeye and the mashed potatoes. Also got an addition of a Lobster Tail. All of it was cooked to perfection and simply delicious. Every moment was wonderful there. This is one of my top steakhouses and experiences I've been to. Definitely want to come back. My only suggestion is that front desk staff let patrons know there is an elevator to take you downstairs. I was wearing heels that night and it would of been a lifesaver to know that I could have avoided all those stairs by taking the elevator. Keep up the fantastic work Smith & Wollensky. Well Done (literally)!

    Amanda W.

    One of my favorite bartenders at Ruth's Chris in Buckhead, Atlanta recommended this restaurant when I came to Chicago. We were able to make reservations easily online. We arrived a bit early but grabbed a quick drink at the bar before being seated. The staff were pleasant and very accommodating. It felt like we had one of the best views in the house, with a beautiful view of the river from our table. We started with a few drinks and the Wollensky salad. The drinks were well crafted. I had an apple martini, and my spouse had a nice glass of red wine. The Wollensky salad was different--nothing I've had before--but nonetheless very good. For our entrée, we had the swinging tomahawk ribeye, carved tableside with confit herbed potatoes. We also added a side of Brussels sprouts and truffle mac and cheese. Everything was very delicious. This steak may have entered my top five. Overall, it was a pretty exquisite dining experience.

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    Bill T.

    We had a celebratory meal post graduation, and everything was perfect! 7 of us enjoyed the whole experience!

    Shellfish bouquet for 3!
    Kayla F.

    I cannot express how wonderful our experience at Smith & Wollensky was! We were celebrating our upcoming wedding with some friends and family and each and every one of us had an incredible time. To start, our server Steve was just a true professional. SUPER patient with our large group, very knowledgeable about the menu, and made us feel beyond welcome. The food was just divine - we got a mix of steaks, seafood, tons of appetizers, and sides and EVERYBODY was wowed. Everything was fresh and cooked to perfection. Yes the price is high but you're paying for some of the best quality food you can ask for! The view is just gorgeous - our table was a little set back from the windows but we could still appreciate the river and city in all its glory. We truly cannot wait to come back. HIGHLY recommend this restaurant for any occasion and definitely for big groups! Thank you team S&W!

    Twin Petit Filet Mignon* Whipped Potatoes and Brussels sprouts
    Megan B.

    Great food and awesome service. A little expensive for the price but a Chicago classic when you're in the area.

    T-bone steak
    Hai Yen N.

    The food was served quite slowly, and unfortunately, the server forgot to bring my drink. Aside from that, everything else was great.

    Kat T.

    Celebrated my good friend's 51st birthday . 4/5 of us arrived on time and was told we needed to wait for the 5th person in order to be seated so therefore instead of being seated and possibly ordering a cocktail and appetizers we needed to wait another 15 minutes. Food service moved at a good pace , however the wait staff removed my half eaten appetizer before I was able to finish instead of asking if I was done . I'm giving four stars instead of three due to the food quality and the ambience of the restaurant.

    Hurriyat G.

    Came here on a Thursday night for an office dinner. Our group had about 16 ppl in it. We had a really good time! The seafood tower was the bomb -- super fresh and loaded. Truffle fries were love, and the mac n cheese was creamy and delicious. Steaks were cooked perfectly and the service was awesome. We had a private room, which was a bit drab, but the views made up for it. The outdoor seating looked amazing, just too cold to enjoy this time. The service was top notch... especially the ladies. They killed it!!! Desserts were so-so, but overall, we left happy and full. Would definitely go back!

    Wollensky's Butcher Burger* and French 75
    Sierra C.

    Smith and wollensky is a very old school, kind of stuck in the past steakhouse. It can be very hit or miss on whether the food is good or not. Sometimes you get warm bread and food, sometimes it's stone cold. I do like the pot roast, as that is the most consistent in quality. Fair warning the chocolate slice of cake really is gigantic, they are not exaggerating. This is a good option for a business or catchup with someone lunch spot if you want a slightly higher than normal quality lunch.

    Vivi Z.

    I came here with my husband to celebrate Valentine's Day and this place was perfect! I wish we sat by the river, but overall the restaurant is very big downstairs and nice. I loved the warm bread that comes out fresh and melts in your mouth. My husband told me about the bread before coming here and it literally exceeded my expectations! I was looking forward to the calamari but I was slightly disappointed by it. I thought the dish portion was a bit small and food did not taste good/fresh. Not sure if it's because they were really busy due to Valentine's Day, but the food was lacking something for sure. We did broccolini as a side and I LOVED it. I've had broccolini at other restaurants, but this place really nailed it. I love that it was nicely seasoned and cooked with still a crunch to it. I think the cajun steak I ordered was the real spotlight! I've been telling my friends to come here for the cajun steak because it is literally what you would expect it to taste like and WOW! I took the bone home to eat it the next day and after tossing it into the air fryer, it was as good as I remembered it the night before. My husband had their filet mignon and said I thought it was way too salty, so I'm glad I went with something different that I typically don't see on menu at other steakhouses. The apple crumble was surprisingly really good for someone like me who does not like apples. I took like two bites of it along with the vanilla ice cream and it was soooooo good after a heavy meal. Overall, I really enjoyed the food here especially the cajun steak and cannot wait to be back!

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    Is the patio heated?

    Yes they have those patio heaters everywhere

    Looking to solo dine (traveling from Cali). Do people ever table for 1 outside or just bar area ? Thanks

    I don't think I have seen anyone sitting solo outside but I don't think there's a rule on it ?

    Is there a happy hour?

    No we do not have a happy hour.

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    Some can be modified, or our bartenders can make you something special that is non alcoholic

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