This was my second visit to The Dearborn, and the food and service were both on point. We ordered the salmon tataki, fish and chips, Wellington burger, and Midwest fried chicken. Everything was well prepared, but the fried chicken was the standout, especially with the hot sauce adding another level of flavor. The staff stayed attentive throughout dinner and even replaced our plates between rounds, which was a level of service I wasn't expecting. I also respected seeing the owner personally making the rounds, stopping at every table to check on the guests and the food. Calm atmosphere, solid hospitality, and a kitchen that delivers. read more

Had a reservation with two friends from out of town and had the pleasure of being with Vivian. Amazing service, so sweet and funny, very thoughtful. and we got free cookies! we got sat in a little private booth in the back, so quiet. will def come back again and again :) read more

WOW! We had such a great dinner at The Dearborn. The restaurant is lively, cheery with a fun atmosphere. Our server Melissa was great and checked on us regularly. We ordered a variety of dishes to share among 5 people. Do not miss the Parker House rolls! Holy warm baked buttery deliciousness. We also loved the Japanese curry poutine (which was a surprise!), the market salad and the gnocchi. We also tried several cocktails, including the Peaches, Peaches, Peaches, Peaches and the Spanish G&T. read more

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As a long-time Chicago diner who was through the doors when The Dearborn first opened, I've watched its menu evolve over the years. Very few people are as deeply familiar with the Chicago dining scene as I am fortunate to be--a gift and a curse that makes me hold local institutions to a high standard. Unfortunately, The Dearborn's execution hasn't kept pace. The underlying issue is consistent visit after visit: the kitchen continuously delivers dishes that are underseasoned and devoid of depth. I appreciate high-quality ingredients and subtle flavor profiles, but the plates here routinely leave me wanting. During a recent visit, we ordered two staples: the celebrated Fish & Chips and the Shrimp & Grits. Though advertised by our server as authentic New Orleans style, both the shrimp and the grits were remarkably bland. The flavors were so muted that we ended up asking for extra seasoning or hot sauce just to give the dish some life. The ingredients were undeniably fresh, the cooking was technically sound, and the service was fine. However, as a high-traffic spot catering heavily to tourists, the kitchen seems focused on playing it safe for mass appeal. It works for a broad audience, but for anyone who truly knows Chicago food, it falls short, and I can't say I look forward to returning. 2.51 stars all things considered. read more

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The next brunch spot you have to try in Chicago is The Dearborn! The aesthetic here is upscale Irish tavern, with amazing vibes and service! I came here for brunch & most definitely need to come back for dinner! Their fish & chips beat Bobby Flay, & it's no surprise they did! This dish is perfection! The cod is fresh & flaky, and the batter has just the right crisp. The dish itself is huge & all the accompaniments are exactly what you want. The beignets are so fluffy and great for sharing a sweet treat to start or end your meal. The corned beef hash is packed with traditional Irish flavors and tastes delicious! You need to come here asap! read more

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My family came here for dinner a couple weeks ago and we really enjoyed it. It definitely felt like upscale pub food. I had the Midwest is Best salad and it was delicious. I added some chicken from my mom's Amish Chicken entree and it was perfect. I tried the fish and chips also, which was amazing. Good attentive service and a great vibe. I'd love to return when I'm back in Chicago! read more

Man I absolutely love this place. The fish and chips lived up to the hype, but the beignets stole the show. I will continue to come back here anytime I'm in Chicago. read more

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Wonderful Sunday afternoon brunch spot though a bit pricey! The food is excellent, with, as you can see, truly eclectic menus, and the service is outstanding. The music was vibrant but not loud. read more

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Absolutely incredible from start to finish! Every dish was outstanding. The burger was perfectly cooked--juicy, tender, and full of flavor. The handmade gnocchi was phenomenal, with a delicious smoky flavor that made it unforgettable. The croquettes were unbelievably mouthwatering and absolutely delicious, and the burrata was simply to die for. On top of the amazing food, the restaurant had great music, a wonderful atmosphere, and a staff that was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely friendly. This was an exceptional dining experience, and I can't wait to come back. Highly recommend! read more

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A memorable meal! We had long conversations with two two different staff members about cocktail ingredients and tasted three different spirits. The room is large and comfortable. It is also across the street from The Goodman Theater. After the server greated us and asked us if we had show tickets to know what time we had to leave. The cocktails were creative. The Fish & Chips were delicious. read more

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My girlfriend and I had an amazing experience at The Dearborn! It was extremely busy, so the food took a little longer than expected, but the service was still great. We got the pepperoni pizza with hot honey and the Dearborn Special cheeseburger with bacon and egg, and both were fantastic. The burger was honestly phenomenal -- easily one of the best burgers I've ever had. The ambiance was also great and made for a really nice night in Chicago. Our server Cooper deserves a special shoutout because he really went out of his way to make our night special. I wanted to try the horchata piña colada, and Cooper recommended adding rum to it, which ended up being spectacular! He was friendly, attentive, and genuinely made the experience even better. Overall, my girlfriend and I had an amazing night here, and I'd highly recommend The Dearborn to anyone visiting Chicago looking for amazing food, great service, and a great atmosphere without breaking the bank. read more

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My brother wanted to try the infamous fish and chips here! The servers were quick and helpful. The restaurant was slightly upscale inside. 8.5/10 fish and chips: light and crispy! 6/10 Parker house rolls: nothing special to it 6/10 hot honey pizza: mainly honey missing the hot 7/10 burger: solid burger read more

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It wouldn't be a visit to Chicago without a visit to the Dearborn! Truly my favorite restaurant in Chicago. Service always on point and friendly. The best fish in chips you will likely ever have. The Creole Shrimp and Grits were otherworldly. Shrimp cooked perfectly, not a millisecond over or under cooked. The sauce...the grits... amazing. Until my next visit...rock on Dearborn. You're the best!!!! read more

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This was our first lunch during our epic trip to Chicago. They set the bar very high! Annsling was our server and she was great! She made excellent recommendations and we thoroughly enjoyed our meal! The chef beat Bobby Flay with their Fish and Chips! I couldn't try it due to my allergy. But my momma did and loved it! Their burger was voted Best in Chicago! I totally agree! It was the perfect mix of meat, Gouda, and toppings! The Moscato was perfectly sweet and tasty! I will definitely visit again ! read more

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Every time I come here, I love it! Their chicken and burger are both excellent with great fries. Also, if you're a root beer lover - you should try it here! Great service all the time as well. read more

My partner booked a table so we could unwind and enjoy a nice dinner before heading to a Broadway show. We arrived early and spotted an open bar table, so we grabbed it. Perfect timing because it gave us a great view of a FIFA match while we informed the hotess and settle in. We ordered the hamachi collars, the Midwest salad, and the Amish curry chicken. We forgot to snap a picture of the hamachi collars, but they were a huge, delicious portion. The sauce leaned a bit sweet, but thankfully it wasn't poured directly over the fish. The standout dish was definitely the Amish curry chicken. It smelled incredible and tasted even better. Kudos to the managers for making the whole experience genuinely pleasant read more

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Last night my wife and I stepped into The Dearborn and had an amazing dinning experience. It was an atmosphere of comfort and charm. The service was outstanding. Our dinner guide, Nicholas, was superb. Very knowledgeable about the menu and suggested two perfect spirits from the bar. My wife had the Irish old fashion which was excellent. I had a vodka Gimlet, which also was superb. Palate pleasing! The meal was absolutely enjoyable. I enjoyed the Curry Chicken. The thigh meat was tender and succulent. The curry was sweet and creamy. It came with pita bread which added to the dinning experience. Just wonderfully enjoyable. My wife enjoyed the Fish and Chips which beat Bobby Flay. True words from the menu. Wife said if was the best fish and chips she has ever had. Then came the dessert. Now I asked Nicolas and he suggested Pavlova and Blood Orange. Which lead me to survey Margaret and she suggested Sticky toffee date cake. After a friendly jostling back and forth of desert knowledge Greg the Maitre-d made also suggested the Sticky toffee. Both came and to be honest both were outstanding. Excellent choices. All and all this was a great dinning experience from beginning to end. We will return next time we are in Chicago. read more

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Absolutely delicious! I went with friends to celebrate my birthday and had a wonderful time. We had an assortment of appetizers, drinks, meals and desserts and everything exceed our expectations. Everyone was beyond friendly and the food...sooo good. I shall dream about their chocolate cake. Definitely recommend you give this restaurant a try- you won't regret it! read more

The Dearborn - Parmesan Gnocchi - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

(Kari's Rating 8.75/10) Came with three friends on a Sunday evening around 7:30 PM. My party was already seated so I was able to walk in and just meet them. They were already ordering drinks so I chimed in very last minute and ordered an amaretto sour which was absolutely delicious. I wanted a second, but it was a Sunday evening. Yes-it was that good! We started with the rolls, which were really fluffy and warm, came in a set of four with a special seasoned butter. We also got the artichoke cheese appetizer, which I thought was a dip, but it actually came out on a very flat plate as seasoned artichoke with cheese, it was actually pretty delicious. For entrées, we ordered the scallops, the Cesar Salad, the Dearborn burger, and the Parmesan gnocchi. My (3) scallops were absolutely amazing, they were crispy and heated to perfection in the middle, they were not rubbery or fishy. I did think they gave a little too much beurre blanc is it almost overpowered the dish. We decided we did not need to get dessert as the dinner was already filling as it is. I would definitely come back and order the scallops again, but only for a special occasion as they were relatively expensive clocking in at $45. read more

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Great restaurant in the loop. Convenient location, good ambiance, great service. The food is very good as well. That mushroom sandwich was delicious with sauteed fresh mushrooms and melted cheese. Good for business lunches. read more

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Unexpected stop for six of us after a Chicago city hall wedding. Great service from Jeremy, terrific food. Got a table visit from Greg, the restaurant manager. Quiet dining room. Full bar. read more

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Was good will try brunch in the future. My spouse got the burger Wellington and he said it was pretty good. Service was nice and the vibe was good. But I really want to try brunch next time. We close so we always walk by and see this place jumping with ppl and music. read more

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Stopped by The Dearborn for a meal before a show at the Chicago Theatre and sat in the bar area since there was no wait -- always a win. The ambiance is lovely and modern, making it a great pre-theater spot. Drinks were solid. I ordered the lychee martini, which oddly didn't come with a lychee at first, but once I asked, they quickly brought me two. Not a big deal, but fresh lychee should really already come with a lychee drink. The fish and chips were hands down the best I've had. They claim to be the best, award winning, and it clearly isn't just smoke. It's a bit pricey for a single filet, but it was a good size and cooked perfectly. I'd happily pay a little more if they offered two filets because the fish itself was that good. The fish comes with fries and coleslaw, which were typical, nothing to write home about. Service was fair -- nothing bad, nothing standout. One small downside: the bathroom situation. It's tucked away down some stairs, which felt like a strange layout choice. Overall, a solid choice for drinks and a great meal before a show. I'd definitely come back, especially for those fish and chips. Wish I had a genie to pop me in there for lunch today! read more

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Really enjoyed the atmosphere. We were originally seated in a comfortable but busy area near the kitchen and later moved to a booth by the window. I decided to have an a shot if Anejo and ordered the dish and chips. Delicious! Probably the best slaw I have ever had and I am not into coleslaw at all. The service was good and the menu offered a god variety. They have an extensive liquor and wine menu as well as beer. A place I would come back to when in downtown Chicago. I suggest reservations for evening meals. Would have to try something thing else to give five stars. read more

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We have frequented The Dearborn over several years for different personal and work purposes. Their food quality and attentive service has remained consistent. Therefore we continue to have a pleasant dine-in experience and The Dearborn remains one of our rotating choices. Some of our favorites are: Dearborn burger Fish and chips Mushroom truffle grilled cheese Fried calamari BLT Looking forward to our next return and to try something new on the menu! read more

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I went to lunch here solo & was very underwhelmed by the food & experience. I got the Peruvian-Style Ceviche & the Fish & Chips. The ceviche was bland to me & didn't taste that great to be honest. The fish & chips which comes with fries actually surprised me at the giant size of the serving and the fries were hot, fresh, and delicious. The fish itself although hot and fresh had no flavor at all. Very filling, but tasteless. Overhyped & I could not recommend. I also originally ordered a root beer which the waitress confirmed upon repeating my order back to me, but I never recieved. It seemed as though service since I was dining solo was also very slow as well as I watched my waitress go to other tables and not mine when I kept looking to ask where was my drink. Overall, food severely lacked flavor and there's too many other places that can you dine at for better of taste/service. read more

The Dearborn - Peruvian-Style Ceviche - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Taking in dinner bf going to musical. Loved the vibe of the restaurant. It was very busy but they had plenty of employees taking care of customers. Ordered a thin crust pizza, spicy lobster shrimp burutta. I loved the thin crust. The spicy aspect was right at the border for being too spicy but I enjoyed it. I would prefer more shrimp/lobster. For dessert, I had salted caramel gelato. It was delicious. My first time to have it. read more

The Dearborn - Spicy Lobster, Shrimp & Burrata Pizza - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This review is for the location at O'Hare Terminal 5. Wanted lunch before our flight. So glad we found this place. All the food was good. Server was friendly and came by frequently until we ordered. Then long gaps not seeing her and we had to flag down other servers for drink refills and our check before leaving. Somewhat crowded interior but it allows plenty of tables to accommodate people during busy periods. Pricey airport food but good portion and flavor. read more

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Being a California boy (born and raised) my only way to get a Fish & Chip meal was at a fast food franchise called H. Salts Fish & Chips; and it was fairly good. Several golf trips to the U.K. (Britain, Scotland, Wales) I got my fair share of excellent Fish & Chips; the best being in Ullapool, Scotland at The Seafood Shack I have never had better! But, leave it to Chicago to deliver some of the best fish and chips I've ever had in the USA, here at The Dearborn restaurant in the Chicago loop. Everything about The Dearborn's signature dish just worked in every way: The fish was fried perfectly The fish itself was moist and delicious The chips (fries) were excellent The coleslaw was the perfect side dish The tartar sauce was scrumptious My Krobacher Pilsner paired perfectly with my dinner The service was spot on And sitting at the bar watching the NBA playoffs didn't hurt either. I did have a scoop of delicious salted caramel gelato that finished this meal perfectly. Having such delicious fish & chips a few blocks away from where I live is certainly better than flying "over the pond" (a British term for the Atlantic Ocean). read more

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First meal in Chicago! Great attentive service provided by Cooper, a fine gentleman from New Hampshire with a great sense of humor. Had the Fish N Chips that apparently beat Chef Bobby Flay. The fish was crisp and flakey, accompanied by perfect fries. Their Glazed Fried Chicken with the glaze on the side was tasty as well. chicken. Two iced cold Pilsners to wash it down. Nice comfortable seating and atmosphere. read more

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Total roller coaster with the food quality at The Dearborn. When it's good, it's great, but consistency is lacking and I've had to send orders back before. The Palmer House Rolls are always a safe and delicious bet. Great Loop ambiance for a professional dinner, though. read more

Great food and service. We had the Parker roles to start and the Dearborn burger for the main. Absolutely delicious burger and tons of fries. read more

The Dearborn - Burger - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We had Sunday brunch and were seated quickly. The atmosphere was warm, staff were quite busy but attentive. We split 2 meals between 4 of us because we k ew portion sizes would be just the right amount. read more

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Came in without a reservation and was seated promptly, which was a great start. We were seated at a table with wide leather chairs that were surprisingly comfortable and made the experience feel relaxed right away. Our waitress was attentive throughout the meal and checked in on us regularly without being overbearing. We started with the sticky pork rib. It definitely packs a spicy kick, though it leans more on the sweeter side, maybe a bit too sweet for my taste. The flavor was good overall, but the meat could have been more tender. For mains, we ordered the fish and chips and upgraded to truffle fries. The fish was buttery and flaky, and the breading was nice and light, which I really enjoyed. The fries had good flavor but could have been a little crispier. We also tried the prosciutto tavern-style pizza, which was the biggest letdown. It really needed more crispiness. Both the crust and overall texture felt soggy. The flavors were quite muted, and none of the toppings added much texture or contrast, which made the pizza fall flat. read more

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Really great experience at the Dearborn recently. Stopped in after visiting Millennium park on a Sunday. Sat in the bar area and it was perfectly decorated for the holidays. The staff was amazing, drinks were great, and the food was really good. Kept it simple with a pizza but was impressed, will return back! Pro Tip: located close to theater district so a good pre/post visit read more

The Dearborn - Crispy Buffalo Chicken Pizza & fries - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We made a reservation easily and were seated right away. The staff were serviceable, but nothing impressive. Our waitress was very robotic. Prices seemed high, especially the drinks. Food was good and this place was fine, but nothing that wowed. read more

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Just had my first, amazing experience at The Dearborn! After visiting Santa at Macy's with my husband and twin toddlers, we walked over for brunch. Even though online reservations looked full, we called and were seated immediately. The restaurant is swanky, clean, and beautifully decorated. The coat racks next to the tables were super convenient for storing our bulky winter gear and diaper bag. The service was outstanding; our server was friendly and always on top of things. They didn't have a physical kids' menu, but offered plenty of kid-friendly choices like grilled cheese, buttered noodles, cheeseburger, chicken fingers, and pizza, which all come with fries. My husband and I split the corned beef and the PB&J French toast, while the boys shared a grilled cheese and shrimp with grits. We also upgraded their fries to truffle fries. Everything was incredibly delicious! I can't wait to go back and try more of their menu! read more

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The Dearborn is a very nice restaurant for a nice meal downtown. The food was tasty, particularly the fried perch Benedict, which is a nice variation of the classic dish. I enjoyed their tea presentation with little clear pots for you to steep your tea to your liking. The ambiance is very relaxing, though nice with the TVs to stream football games on a Sunday afternoon. There was a live band when we went that sounded great. The staff was alright - greeted nicely at the front. The only reason I'm not giving them 5 stars is because nothing particularly "wowed" me for a nicer restaurant in downtown. It's a safe bet for a meal, but nothing crazy special. read more

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Good dinner here last night. My work friend and I ate the bar. Beertender was personable, and his drinks were good as well. I had the Burger Wellington, which was delicious. Truffle fries were also very good. read more

The Dearborn - Burger Wellington - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Wonderful warm place for sure. Every time we pay a visit here when come to the city and do some shopping on the State st. Very busy place during the weekend. My kids have always loved the steak here. And fish and chips I typically go for a salad with an appetizer which never disappoints me. Wait staff was always very attentive and friendly. read more

The Dearborn - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois