Stopped in for some appetizers. Their shrimp cocktail and oysters Rockefeller were very good. The space is small and intimate. Select/ limited food and drink menu read more

St. Clair Supper Club - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We went in with really high expectations as I had some friends who had eaten there a couple weeks earlier and said the meal was spectacular. However, on this night it couldn't have been much worse. They brought the vegetables out so much earlier than the entrée that they were cold by the time the entrée arrived. Also, it was the saltiest piece of prime rib that I have ever tasted. No one was able to eat more than three or four bites. The mashed potatoes were really good read more

Very disappointing. Food is mediocre to bad, especially the oysters Rockefeller at $6 per oyster. The Caesar salad had not very fresh lettuce that was not even green, and a very acidic, strange-tasting dressing. Grasshopper pie was not flavorful and had a crust that was so hard it was impossible to cut. "Creamed Spinach" was not creamed but merely had a dusting of grated cheese. I will say that the prime rib was decent, but $70 for a single slice of prime rib, a la carte?? Everything on the menu is wildly overpriced. The service was good but there was a service fee of $65 added to our check for dinner served to two people. If you want Wisconsin supper club food, drive to Wisconsin. Don't waste your money on this place. read more

Expensive but so much fun. We sat at the bar/kitchen and chatted with the chefs the whole time. The oysters were amazing, and the prime rib is glorious! It's a boujee version of a Midwest staple and I love it for that. read more

I was pleasantly surprised by St. Clair Supper Club! Maybe the Yelp reviews made me set my bar low, but my group of 4 had a great time and really enjoyed the food. I thought the space was cool and fun, and had no issue with music volume, as many reviewers have complained about. Is it overpriced...yeah, almost certainly. But I feel that way about most West Loop and River North spots, so what do you expect. I do think 4 people is the perfect number to go with because we were able to split more items which makes it slightly more economical while still fun. We went with the crab cakes and Cesar salad to start, followed by the largest steak (the St. Clair) with Bearnaise, Horseradish, and Green Peppercorn sauces. We also had a bunch of the sides, and finished with the grasshopper pie. Standouts: the steak with the green peppercorn sauce, and the 50-50 mashed potatoes. I'm still dreaming about the potatoes. I'd say skip the steak fries and the Yorkshire pudding, they were pretty bland. But everything else was solid. All in all, save it for a special occasion with a group of 4! read more

I was pretty disappointed with St. Clair Supper Club. And by pretty disappointed, I mean, I was honestly shocked. The meal was nothing special, and there is nothing that I would denote as a signature of the Alinea brand in this place. Drinks: Drinks were excellent-- we had the negroni which was well crafted, and we had an old fashioned which was fine and decently balanced. Food: Shrimp cocktail-- it was served in, I think, an old cigar ashtray which was clever and the four shrimp were jumbo and the cocktail sauce was spicy. This is, literally, the shrimp cocktail everyone in the world grew up on and nothing at all to write home about. Prime rib-- we got the "giant" St. Claire cut, which was medium rare and pretty balanced with standard spices. Again. Nothing elevated. This piece of meat Iis just another piece of prime rib. The sides: We got the 50-50 mashed potatoes (50% potato, 50% butter.) These were...way too buttery for my palette and my dinner companions. The creamed spinach recipe felt like something that came out of an old copy of Southern Living. If it wasn't so bloody boring maybe it would have been nostalgic. Dessert: We weren't sure which to get but the way they described them all when we asked was so boring, we just asked what was the most popular and went with that. It's the grasshopper pie that comes still a bit frozen. It was okay for a bite or two but it wasn't a 16 dollar piece of pie. Overall, I am giving it two stars because the food doesn't seem to have given me food poisoning nor did anything come out raw that wasn't meant to be. read more

Just finished dining at the supper club. I would say this was a disappointment, but I had read some of the previous reviews and had an idea of what this might be. The server was inexperienced and condescending. She cut us off a few times and told us how the meal was going to go. The only thing that I give her credit for, is that she was the only server on and the place filled up. For that, i can fault whoever did the staffing. We have an idea of what wine we might like and asked for a recommendation. she came back with a wine double the price of what we were looking at. The busser was excellent,and made the meal bearable. The food. How someone can mess up creamed spinach is beyond me. All I can say about the prime rib, is that my friend at one point admitted that the prime rib from the local sports bar in a small town of Michigan that is $25 was better. Overall a let down, I can't believe they make you put a deposit down for this place. I kick myself because I know I shouldn't have come, but I hope this review helps others. read more

Disappointing. I'm not sure where other reviewers get the idea that this is typical of a Wisconsin supper club. The ambiance is not particularly charming, and doesn't overcome the "let's stuff too many tables into the basement and call it a supper club" feeling. It's more like your next door neighbor decided to put a half-baked supper club in his basement. The BLARING music is also an odd choice. The food is OK, but just OK. Nothing on the menu justifies the overpriced food. Neither quality or quantity excuse the high prices. While there is nothing wrong with the prime rib, it is rather pedestrian. I've occasionally had more flavorful prime rib at other Chicago restaurants; and definitely had better in actual Wisconsin supper clubs. Service was also so-so. A little condescending - rushed - took a long time to get our wine - had to ask where our sides were. Many better choices for prime rib, and not worth going for the "supper club" atmosphere. read more

This is the best prime rib you can buy...if you know how to actually appreciate meat without over cooking or over seasoning it (complainers seeking a well-done option should be embarrassed and stop posting steak restaurant reviews) The wood cut wilderness sculptures, the dark walls, the cozy ness of the basement, all help with the casual yet upbeat vibe of the FANTASTIC playlist humming along. The no-frills simplicity of the menu might dupe you into thinking this is a lower-tiered Alinea Group establishment, but do not get it mistaken: every ounce of mashed potato and cut of prime rib is as carefully crafted as anything these people have put out in their other restaurants. Shout out to the horseradish cream/50-50 mash potato sides as a MUST add. It's my new must visit when I'm in town. Don't skip dessert. Well done! read more

Not my thing. While the prime rib was great, the sides and menu were lackluster. As a born and raised Midwesterner, I can appreciate a supper club, but this didn't hit the mark. The creamed spinach and mushrooms were just okay, and service rushed us out. We (2 people) were there for 30 minutes, each had one drink, shared an app, two small (8 oz) prime ribs, and shared two sides as the meat comes a la carte and walked out $240 poorer. As we left through roister, I was extremely disappointed I didn't do the same. This is the first time I've been disappointed in a Grant restaurant. Won't be returning. read more

Very disappointed in this place. First of all I felt like I was sitting in my parents basement! There really is no decor but old looking paneling, crumby bar stools and not much else! The service was fine but the food was also disappointing! We ordered the $95 dollar prime rib to split and for that price I expected it to be fantastic and a larger cut of meat! It wasn't bad but no way $95 great! I will say the mashed potatoes were excellent! So I will not be back! Again very expensive for basement decor!! read more

Had a fun time at the supper club! I rounded up to 4 for the kitschiness of it all. The space is adorable, with fun cartoon paintings on the walls. And let me tell you, the playlist is as nicely curated as the wine list - amazing tunes. I wanted pretty much every appetizer, and the waitress was fine with that! The shrimp cocktail was really good - shrimp the size of small lobsters! And the Caesar was on point, loaded with cheese. I'd pass on the oysters next time, I've had better baked oysters elsewhere. The prime rib was fun. Not something I'd typically order, but I enjoyed some of my husbands. It is loaded with a wine type gravy. Might be better with that on the side. And definitely get the horseradish cream. Of the sides, the mashed potatoes are to die for. Get two orders, seriously. Creamed spinach was good, but I'd double up on potatoes. The service was warm and approachable. I do wish the food was paced differently. On a Friday night, we were in and out in less than an hour. They brought food SO quickly, I wished we could have just taken it a bit slower and enjoyed the fun music. Otherwise, fun experience. It's a unique place with midwestern heritage that I'd bring visitors. The food likely won't blow you away, but if they give you a chance to hang out, the tunes and ambiance definitely will. read more

I'm shocked this is part of Grant Achatz's empire. How does one get wrong the only thing they serve and indicate will only serve medium rear. Yet they serve it almost well done. I love prime rib and was so looking forward to it. Stopped after taking a few bites. The shrimp cocktail, wedge salad, deviled eggs, sautéed mushrooms, pavlova and dark chocolate cake were all good with the pavlova being the highlight of the evening. Unfortunately they couldn't get the one item the entire restaurant was designed around. read more

Upon arrival the hostess was curt. We got seated and the waitress was snippy.... Oh boy.... did we not fit the demographic? Music was BLASTING, people at table next to us screaming to hear each other, with us as "audience". When we commented on the loudness a slight eye roll was given, for a few minutes the sound level went down. Only to go up again. Not only that, in between every song there was a slight delay. Imagine, loud-quiet 3 seconds-loud. Is that called "jarring"? Enlighten me. In the meantime I see a staffer go in and out of a walk in cooler, staff on their phones and the view is a clean up area. So, we finished our cocktail and left. No food review? Nope, we never even made it to ordering. Did not want to be subjected to more b.s. You want $25 p.p. for reserving space... Yet you don't deliver read more

The food was good, but pretty forgettable which is disappointing considering we spent $300 for 2 people. Also having primarily bar seating for groups less than 4 was not expected. You could have made this clearer during the booking process. Good luck, but we will not be back. My wife and I love prime rib and have had much better experiences at more low key places like the Golden Steer in Forest Park or Lawry's. read more

This place was nothing short of spectacular. My wife surprised me for my birthday dinner and it hit the bar every step of the way. I can say, without hesitation, the best prime rib I've ever had. The mashed potatoes and mushrooms also were cooked to perfection . I was shocked to see 3.5 stars once I looked it up. Don't let the mediocre rating persuade you. As a stickler, I can confidently say the St. Clair Supper Club was an unforgettable experience and something I'd recommend to anybody looking for an above the rim meal with a great ambiance. read more

The prime rib here is excellent. The problem is that other things are merely meh. In particular, the creamed spinach was not very good in my opinion, and the dinner rolls were very plain and tasteless. It's a small space, and the ambiance is decent, but very loud. Edit: I thought I'd add a little more info... The strawberry shortcake was very bland. The biscuit was almost salty in fact. A full bar would be nice... As it stands they have a very limited bar. Overall it was a disappointing experience. read more

I dream of the 50/50 mashed potatoes and prime rib. If you have a gluten allergy, they will accommodate you. There are many items on the menu that you can have. I cannot wait to come back. It is shocking that they have poor reviews. The staff is super friendly. If you have a party of two or less you'll be seated in bar-style seats and overlook the food preparation. One couple was pretty upset about this while I was dining. If this bothers you then don't dine in intimate spaces. You're not better than anybody else. Respect the chefs. Cheers! read more

We had issues with this place. First we had to give a $25 deposit on each guest for reservations and there were only 3 of us. We never had to do that at any other restaurant! They did take it off when we arrived. Then the music was way too loud however they turned it down a little. Drinks and food were just okay but not for the price and everything was ala carte. Nothing came with an order. The bills had an automatic 20% service charge plus an additional area for a tip which we all gave additional. It was a big deal to make a reservation and to put $25 ahead for 3 guests, and we were the ONLY patrons in there!! My biggest issue is THEY ARE NOT A NORTHWOODS SUPPER CLUB!!!!! I grew up in Wisconsin and ate at so many different Real Supper Clubs over the years, and was looking forward to trying a "supper club " in Illinois, will I and my friends that know real supper clubs were so disappointed!! You have to remove supper club from your name!! You can't even be compared to a Wisconsin Supper Club. You failed!! We won't be back or recommend you. Even the atmosphere is not a supper club read more

We finally made it over to St. Clair's. It did not disappoint. We were able to eat at the counter overlooking part of the kitchen area. That really made the visit. We were able to see each dish as they were coming out. We got a look at everything! I ordered the kings cut, since my husband wanted a part of it. I got the side of creamed spinach. Dan ordered the evening's special, pasta bolognese. We wanted to get a different dish to try. Everything was cooked to perfection. Seasoned beautifully. For dessert, we shared the strawberry shortcake, very delicious. We hope to go back soon. read more

Very Midwestern feel in this new spot. Limited menu but they hit a home run with comfort in each dish. Oyster Rockefeller were complex and delicious. The crab cakes were simple but packed with flavor. We each had the Prime Rib (only entree on the menu other than the daily specials). Prime Rib comes in four different cuts. My wife had the Queen, I had the King - both were generous in size. The au jus was a perfect complement to the seasoning on the beef. The sides were a good sharing size but not obnoxiously large. For dessert, we had the Grasshopper Pie which, for someone who doesn't like Mint and Chocolate, was fantastic. This place was great variant to typical Alinea Group fare/style. Perfectly prepared dishes in a speak-easy-ish setting. If you grew up in the Midwest and have been to a family owned "supper club," this spot will ring true. read more

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3.5 or 4. Cosy with a nice atmosphere. We sat at the bar - unlike some other reviews we didn't find the staff facing us super friendly, which was fine - they are working! But would've been nice to have had a quick hello as we sat down. Service was good, but probably not as good as you'd expect for the price point. Drinks took a good amount of time to arrive, water often went dry etc. Food - very good. We split the crab cakes which were fantastic. The beef is exceptional - perfectly cooked and a perfect temperature, melts in your mouth. Beans and Yorkshire pudding also great. The fries were pretty meh. Overall - a lovely meal and I think this place will come in to its own during winter. At its core, the star of the show (the beef) is exceptional but I'd suggest there is work to do elsewhere adding some quality to the sides for $12 a piece. They also need to do wine by the glass - no reason not to. read more

One of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time. And for (close to) opening night, the service was unexpectedly well pulled together. The bar is always set high for this restaurant group. Food was great as expected. Staff was amazing as expected. The bill was overpriced as expected. But the experience was fun and kitschy and filled with little details that made our night. Couldn't recommend this place any more. Some of the charm might be lost on those without a connection to the Midwest - and I'm sure there are plenty of negative reviews to come because of it - but I'd hope that people who haven't lived through the concept will at least find it endearing. read more

We went here in December for my mom's birthday. We were slightly hesitant given some of the reviews we read (and that you are required to do a deposit for the reservation) but our qualms dissipated as soon as we got to the restaurant. Not only was the food delicious (love the simple and straightforward menu!) but our server was incredibly attentive and helpful, even bringing my mom a hot drink after learning she was recovering from a cold. The prime rib was perfectly cooked and the sides divine. We 100% recommend the 50/50 potatoes!! The only problem was that the sides are not very generous in size so we had to order multiple for the table. Will definitely be back in the future! read more

Phenomenal reignition of a very near and dear concept. Our anniversary dinner is now a forever memory. Also love the truffle option. Coming back asap read more

St. Clair Supper Club - Truffle prime rib bread pudding perfect bite - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ok guys, let's set the record straight. Yes this is a supper club...but it's different. Elevated. Yes, the sides are not "midwestern" sized as is a common concern on Yelp- but they're SO tasty. The 50/50 mashed potatoes are as smooth as silk. The Brussels come with delicious and slightly spicy crispy bits. The Yorkshire puddings are delightfully high. They cook their prime rib differently so don't expect it to be typical of a regular supper club- it's medium rare throughout because they roast it in a 118 degree oven for hours and it comes out very tender and slathered in what tastes like wine/au jus sauce which is to die for. Also, the horseradish cream is fluffy and light- a wonderful compliment to the hearty piece of prime. As for the environment- by partner (who is hearing impaired) and I sat at the bar. The seats were comfortable and spacey, the bar was beautiful, and the music was NOT too loud. We could hear each other perfectly well. Also, pair your prime with a brandy old fashioned. You won't be disappointed. Lastly, in a time when many kitchens are often challenging to work in, it was refreshing to see a head chef kindly and graciously mentoring a younger chef. Kudos to the positive environment around here. Look forward to coming back. read more

while they advertise downstairs, that puts it gently. It's in the basement with not a single window and no elevator. ADA do you hear me!! Overall our party of 3 was disappointed. read more

Food was excellent, however, we were rushed. Our order had to be in right away. When asked, I was told by our server that they just wanted to make sure we have enough time. After asking a little more about this, they then proceeded to tell us that we had 2 hours. After that they would have to ask us to leave so they could turn the table. We were a party of four, and when we received the bill, 20% tip was already added by the management. Not impressed. read more

Arrived 30 minutes early for a 6:30 reservation to enjoy cocktail before dinner. Waiter said to place order and it would be spaced out accordingly. Were served all food before 6:30 reservation. Oysters great, rest pretty average. Will not be returning read more

Oysters were excellent. Caesar salad was tasty but no table-side service was a big disappointment. Prime Rib was fine but not worth $95. Mushrooms were very good. Music was loud and not a good match for a supper club -- less michael jackson and more frank sinatra would have been a better choice. Services was just "ok" and be forewarned that the 20% gratuity is included as a service fee --- Also, the martini was excellent, but they need more wine by the glass options. read more

Well below expectations. Prime rib and Fish were good. Beyond that, slow service, with inexperienced staff. Ambience is non-descript, located in the basement, below it's sister restaurant. With a decor-makeover, and the hire of an experienced staff, including 'bus' service, they could achieve a higher rating. Maybe they should go on the reality show Restaurant Rescue. FYI Valet parking is $19. read more

Dined last night with three others. Started out with Oysters Rockefeller which was spot-on. Moved in to the prime rib at the table where a queen cut can cut in tread the turbo fried fish over french fries with slaw and tartar sauce. Everything was very well executed we talked it all off with strawberry shortcake and grasshopper pie. Service was impeccable especially our server assistant did a great job Chef is always friendly as we spoke on the way out. Brandy our server knocked it out of the park read more

St. Clair Supper Club - Turbot fish fry with tartar sauce and slaw - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Great food and service. Super fun retro experience. Only thing to make it better would be to adjust music volume lower.

By far one of the worst restaurants I have been to in the Fulton Market. The food was below average. The bread at the beginning tasted stale. They only cook the meat one way, medium rare. Also, my crab cakes were mediocre. You'd think for a new place they would try a little harder. I don't see this place lasting. Huge waste of money! I will never understand why people open restaurants if they aren't going to put the effort into making the food good quality especially when the menu is so small and the prices are so high. Don't waste your time here. There are way better restaurants in the area. read more

I really wanted to like this restaurant as I love the suppler club concept, but it was really expensive for what it was. Very limited cocktail menu. Loved the pickle back. Oysters were very good. Caesar was good too - light and lemon forward, though I would have liked to see anchovies. The mushroom soup was incredibly thick - like gravy - and really really salty. Prime rib was fine (though salty) but nothing special and small portions for the prices. The biggest cut they offer is only 14 ounces, so keep that in mind if you're hungry. The steak sauce was good but the horseradish creme fraiche was pretty bland. The brussel sprouts and mushrooms were good, but the potatoes were salty. We tried all the desserts. The root beer float was apparently very good but I didn't try it as I don't like root beer. The grasshopper pie was tasty but the gelatinous texture was a turnoff. The chocolate cake was dry. Service was good (though one drink was forgotten) and they were nice enough to adjust our reservation and refund deposit for one couple who had to cancel due to illness. Expensive, salty, and one and done. read more

Food was good/decent, if on the expensive side for what is basic fare. Nothing innovative here if that's what you are expecting from the Alinea people. Also interesting that the dinning room is in the basement of the building. At first seems cool but then it starts to just look cheap for the price point. You will be spending over $100 per person and 20% tip is mandatory and auto-applied to your bill. Not sure that's warranted for the very limited interaction you will have with the wait staff - and the limited knowledge our server had with the cuisine. For example, our server didn't know how a Wisconsin old fashioned was different from a regular old fashioned (I explained it to her). Something one should know in a Wisconsin themed restaurant. read more

Absolutely delicious. From the service to the food we had a very enjoyable experience. The prime rib was sooooo good and the Caesar salad was the most authentic I've had in a while. I also loved that they made me a delicious mocktail because I don't drink. Also, worth noting, I made the reservation for a different night and they graciously let me change it. Very good service all around. read more

Wow is about all I can say. Anniversary dinner found us at this new establishment. Came highly recommended from a friend so I convinced the wife of 18 years that this was the place. We arrived approximately 15 minutes early and were quickly escorted downstairs. Greeted by the manager who showed us our table. As was passed the bar I noticed two seats at the bar and asked if we could switch from a table to bar. Request accommodated. Upon pulling v up my seat it was clear to me this place is about service. Please don't hold me to the actual number but I would wager a guess there was .5 staff to every patron. ceWe chatted up the crab cake guy and the desert woman and finally had a conversation with the prime rib tender. All very friendly and fun to talk to. Martinis and wine were delicious! The food! Not sure why they need menus. PRIME RIB is awesome and cooked perfectly. The prime rib guy can cut the various sizescthyg by eye. Pretty cool. Sides of fries and asparagus were perfectly seasoned and hot (I like my food hot when delivered). The wife is more of a herbivore than a carnivore but she crushed the flavorful prime rib. We did not leave room for desert. King cut was a plate / stomach full. Have told a number of friends this is the ultimate eating experience. Will definitely be headed back to the bar. Good stuff. Ya. D. FEGreat concept. See you next time! Five stars barely tells the story. Hope this helps my fellow Yelpers! Tom F. read more

I unfortunately booked and paid the deposit before I read the reviews. The food was fine but not worth the price. We sat at the bar as we were a party of 2. I don't mind that but kept knocking elbows with the guy next to me. The limited cocktail menu and the fact that they don't sell wine by the glass was very disappointing. Then getting cheap Andes mints with my $300 bill was almost laughable. Our server should have worked at Chilis or Fridays - very elementary. Don't waste your money. read more

Poor service on my visit. The food wasn't terrible, but it was nothing to write home about. This one may not be open for long. Need to create a more welcoming environment. The price was more than the quality warranted. read more