We arrived in downtown Chicago around 8 pm on a Friday and were looking for a casual dinner spot that was still open and not too loud. We were so happy to find The Marq. We were seated right away. We ordered the carnitas nachos to start and then the intern sandwich, fried hot chicken sandwich and the Marq burger. Everything was delicious! The fries and sweet potato fries were both really crispy. They serve Diet Coke and can add like! Perfection. read more

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Came here for a team dinner and thought it was a great spot for a group. The space is really roomy with plenty of TVs around, so I could also see it being a fun place to catch a game. I started with the Figget About It cocktail, which was delicious and dangerously easy to drink. Definitely my favorite part of the meal. For my entree, I ordered the braised short rib. While the flavor was decent, the meat ended up being a bit dry. Service was smooth overall, and both the drinks and food came out at a good pace. The food may have been a little hit or miss for me, but the atmosphere makes it a solid option if you're looking for a casual place to gather with a larger group. read more

The Marq - Braised Short Rib - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food and vibes here are completely okay - but nothing special. This is not the place you want to go to get a real feeling for what Chicago dining is, or can be. This isn't a unique dining room, a special menu, or anything all that exciting. Is it fine for a decent dinner, or corporate event, sure, that is really what the purpose of this venue appears to be. I would book a corporate event in here and be very pleased with the steak, greek salad, and yummy desserts. Service is kind and helpful, but not polished and sexy. I'm from NYC and this establishment wouldn't still be open likely if it were in Manhattan, however it does a good job of making people feel comfortable in a space together, and I am happy for that as the goal of a corporate retreat or meeting. Not the place to go for a date or nice dinner. read more

If you come here and don't get their fried hot chicken sandwich then I don't want to talk to you!!!!! Seriously, we flew in to Chicago (first time visitors!) and were starving, so we popped into The Marq since it was right next to our hotel. My husband and I both got the chicken sandwich, and ended up returning back the next day to have it again because it is THAT GOOD! The service was fast and friendly, and the vibe was sophisticated yet casual. And I can guarantee you that whenever I am in Chicago again, this will be my first stop! read more

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Was visiting Chicago for a conference and looking for a place close to my hotel to have dinner. The Marq hit the mark! Get the carrots and whipped feta. This dish will knock your socks off. How they're able to make a completely vegetarian dish so amazingly tasty and fulfilling, I don't have words. That is all that I need to say. Really great service and loved sitting outside and eating. read more

The Marq - Arnold Palmer and carrots with whipped feta. - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came here for lunch and it was quite delicious. Had a business trip to Chicago and this was near my work place and recommended by a coworker. It wasn't busy for lunch when we went at 11:00, however, it started getting busy at 12:00. My coworker recommended the Rueben. And it was delicious. It was hearty. The pastrami wasn't thin sliced, it was thick cut and I've never seen it made that way, but it was good. The sauerkraut was good too. The side of fries were delicious. The fries were really crunchy but not overly crunchy and had some substance inside. It was a good (filling) lunch! Definitely want to go back for dinner. read more

The Marq - Pastrami Reuben - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came by for lunch on Friday. Watched some of a March Madness game. Had a beer; a porter. Short Rib grilled cheese and then an Arnold Palmer. They use multiple cheese varieties which is good and the beef tasted like it was premium. They were busy during lunch but there were not too many patrons. read more

The Marq - Short Rib Grilled Cheese - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Root and Roast Chicken was outstanding as were the Corn Ribs! Our server, Abby was outstanding. Steak Frites was average but the fries that come with it are out of this world. read more

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Stopped by for lunch while visiting Chicago and the beautiful Marquette building. Was happy to find a place for a quick lunch that wasn't completely deep-fried. They had vegetarian options and were also able to adapt for my friend and my gluten intolerances. There were several things that sounded great to me, but I went with the falafel, and instead of a sandwich they put it in a bowl- it was delicious with a great pairing and veggies and sauce- yum! Came with fries but was told those are not gf so got the sweet potato fries instead and they were great- a thicker cut and a great aioli dipping sauce. My friend enjoyed her soup and fries too. Service was friendly and fast, cute spot I definitely recommend. read more

The Marq - Falafel Sandwich (without pita) and Sweet Potato Fries - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My travels brought me to Chicago and various twist of fate brought me to The Marq. My friends and I started with the aguachile - which was a fantastic combination of avocado, cucumber, shrimp, shallots, mixed into some amazing salsas. Served with housemaid tortilla chips, I am totally glad that our server recommended this. Light, well presented, and flavorful, it was an excellent indicator of what was to come. The other starter that we ordered was the charcuterie. Not much to say here as it's hard to do anything particularly innovative or creative with a charcuterie. It looked fantastic, though. I ordered the steak frites which definitely exceeded my expectations. It was among the most tender and flavorful cuts of hanger steak I have ever had. Cooked to the perfect temperature, it did not need either the chimichurri or the Bernaise, which were served on the side. That being said, the chimichurri was a bit bland, and the Bernaise was a bit watery further emphasizing how well this steak performed on its own. The fries were crispy and well seasoned. A perfect complement to the steak. The wine list was a bit underwhelming, but there were decent options at very reasonable prices. Our server, was amazing instruct the perfect balance of attentiveness while allowing me and my friends to catch up with each other with minimal interruption. The inside of the restaurant was vibrant, but incredibly loud. Our hostess was too kind to give us some outdoor seating, which was perfect for having a conversation despite missing out on some of the awesome ambience on the inside. To be honest, I wasn't exactly sure what to expect since there were a number of reviews giving very mixed opinions but I was very pleased with the experience and do not regret my relatively random decision to have dinner here with my friends. read more

The Marq - Steak Frites - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ordered here for a business lunch and it was an excellent experience. Delivery went smooth and we all got salads which we loved! Highly recommend eating here. read more

Loved Marq. Stopped by here before going to the theatre at CIBC! We got the whipped ricotta for starters (with a side of carrots) YUM! Then I got the root and roast! Chicken was CRISPY and sooooo well cooked! They did an amazing job I also got the extra mushrooms and mash which was so yummy!!! It was beautiful inside and very busy for a Wednesday night! Will absolutely return!!! read more

Came here for lunch on a weekday and got the intern sandwich. The sandwich is like an elevated Philly cheesesteak. The flavor was ok and the meat wasn't super tender, but overall good sandwich. I do like that each sandwich dish comes with fries. read more

Convenient location but The Marq's food is very average. Best dish was the chicken bites which were crispy & juicy. The steak salad was a bit too rare (asked for medium rare) and the salad greens were too soggy. Tacos could've been better. They looked decent but tasted so bland. Also although our servers were very nice, the wait to get our food was long (50+ minutes). read more

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The Marq, is a quaint restaurant in the heart of The Loop. Staff is lovely, I stopped by for Breakfast and had the Shakshuka. It was a delight with a perfect amount of spice and the short rib was cooked to perfection! read more

The Marq - Shakshuka - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

love the cocktails here and the food isn't bad either. I enjoy going here whenever I'm downtown I tried the jamilton cocktail named after the Hamilton play. Omg so delicious ! Service for us was great and it has a relaxed ambiance. read more

A great restaurant to try! I had their carnitas tacos with sweet potato fries which was very good! The carnitas tacos was very good, tender, and juicy and all of the ingredients were fresh. It wasn't too oily. I loved the green sauce and red onions with it. The staff nicely let me replaced the side of beans with sweet potato fries instead. The fries were good and crispy. The sweet potato fries were a bit salty, which tastes away the "sweet" potato fries quality. The service was great though. Very nice and helpful staff. The food did not take long to make. The menu prices are fair as well. The ambiance of restaurant is good. It was nice and organized. There are a decent amount of seating for the customers. read more

They were able to accommodate our party with a baby! Once inside there were other celebrations going on (it was a Friday night). We actually picked this place for the salmon options but by the time we arrived (around 730p) they were out of salmon! The large party of twenty or so near us had some salmon florentine orders. Our food actually came quick but their bussers were really fast at clearing our empty plates. Food was delicious. We got their burgers, mac and cheese to share, and had to switch one salmon entree for a chicken. read more

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Attractive space and pleasant service, but certainly the worst meal I had on this three-day stay in The Loop. My sandwich (The Intern) was an over-pressed mess of stale bread, salty overcooked beef, and a small quantity of vegetables chopped too fine for my liking. Also, my Coke was flat. There wasn't much else on the menu that appealed to me, so I'm unlikely to return. read more

The service was great, but unfortunately, the overall lunch experience fell short. I thought the dishes were under-seasoned (bland), and the atmosphere was very plain. If you're seeking a lunch spot with bolder flavors and a more vibrant setting, you might want to look at other options in the area. read more

We hosted a work event at the Marq. We had 21 guests. We wanted maximum flexibility and the marq delivered. We order off the regular menu. We had space for this large size. Everyone was complimentary of the food and drinks. I specifically ate Hummus app, A+, salmon croquettes B, root and roast A- loved the kale carrots and pan sauce, the chicken needed more seasoning and potatoes I would love garlic. Drank pair of mittens and loved it. Carrot cake A!! Waitstaff was constantly there for us. The marq didn't miss a beat. I will go back read more

Fried Chicken Bites Has a nice spice level, where you can feel the heat on your tongue while not being overpowering. The flour batter was well seasoned and appreciated. Double battered, which made the crust way too thick for the thickness of the chicken, more breading than anything that detracted from the dish. Additionally the combination of over frying and the double breading resulted in the chicken being on the drier side. A single coating of flour would've been better. Good presentation and the shredded Parmesan cheese on top was a good touch. Flan More of a cheesecake than a traditional flan, which is more custard like. Great presentation. For it being more of cheesecake it was smooth, and the strawberry mousse added to smoothing out the density of the dessert. All in all it was very good. Service The service was terrible. I observed the server provide better service to all of his adjoining tables and for myself those same services took longer or were not provided. From my table not being bussed after I was finished, before the next item arrived. To my credit card being carried by the server all over the restaurant instead of immediately charging and returning it to my possession. Extremely odd behavior. As a whole I would not recommend this place since the food was just okay and the service was subpar. read more

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Wonderful service and food as always! Had the vegan Korean rice bowl and wow...one of the best things I've ever ate! they have gluten free and vegetarian options, and they all taste amazing. Wonderful drink selection and cocktail menu. Lovely atmosphere as well. read more

Really enjoyed our meal here! The pasta stood out with its ideal al dente bite, complemented by a creamy, indulgent cheese sauce. My only critique is that the saltiness builds up as you work through the dish, making the last few bites a bit overwhelming. The chicken was spot-on--moist, perfectly cooked, no dryness whatsoever. The nacho pulled port is worth a try if you like pulled pork. Only critique that I would give is that sometimes a few of the dishes were a bit salty for my taste, but my husband prefers things a little saltier than I do so he liked everything. read more

Good for lunch with a friend. Nice ambience, friendly professional staff, good service overall.

We made reservations at this restaurant for about 30 people. It was awesome because we were able to enjoy a great meal, each other's company, and had no problems splitting the bill. They were able to split the bill between us all and processed all of our credit cards individually (Google wallet tap and apple pay too). The appetizers alone were amazing and we ate every bite. We were so full by the time the main entree came that I had to take most of it home. Here's what we got and my thoughts on them. Appetizers: *Carnitas nachos - the chips were amazing. I think they were made in house they were crispy and delicious with the most delicious nacho cheese. *Hummus - the bread alone was so delicious and you add that hummus and it was *chef kiss. * babaganoush - it was better than I thought it would be. I actually ate some. Not my favorite appetizer but I still thought it was pretty good. Entrees: *Marq burger - didn't get to try but my friend enjoyed it. * fish N chips - didn't get to try but half our group got it and they seemed to enjoy it. * carnitas tacos - I didn't enjoy it as much as the nachos because it had no cheese, but it was pretty good. It came with pickled red onions and jalapenos. *southwest salad with pulled chicken - delicious. My friend gave me some and I ate it all. Refreshing and has these little chips in there. Desert: *Cannoli - wasn't my thing. It wasn't sweet and it had pistachios on it. * chocolate mousse shooters - it was pretty good. Soft and gooey when you use the spoon it came with but not soft enough to use a straw with (yes, we tried). If you like chocolate you will like this. We found out the best way to eat it is to mix and then down it like a real shot. Overall, the place was cozy with nice servers and good food. Would definitely come back. Thanks! read more

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My group enjoyed their dinner very much. Sean was a great help organizing the event. We will be back next time we are in Chicago.

I've really liked this place in the past, but my last time there my friend and I ordered two fingers of bourbon, neat. What was served was clearly watered down. This is unacceptable. read more

Everything was excellent. Very attentive wait staff, food was perfect- tasty and quick. Highly recommend

Chicken sandwich is good, salads are good too. Waitress was fast! Great place for a quick lunch break.

Came here on my very last day of my trip in Chicago! I wanted a simple brunch place that was within walking distance of my hotel (this is surrounded by a couple of other large hotels in the area, so great location for the traveler)! The interior was aesthetic and clean but I opted to eat outdoors since the weather was so wonderful. I generally like simple breakfasts but wanted something heavier to tide me through the flight home, so I ordered the Bacon and Cheese Omelette! The balance with the gouda, swiss and cheddar was just so perfectly proportional without being overly cheesy and overwhelming. The bacon added a variety of texture which worked with all the gooey cheesy goodness and the eggs were fluffy and filling! The Southwest Pico de Gallo also added a variety of flavor and had a little kick to break through all of the eggs and cheese. Needless to say, I was a fan of this omelet! I also had a nice iced coffee to compliment the omelet and the warm weather and it certainly did its job kicking me awake! Service was quick and friendly! I noticed there was only one server for both inside and outside of the restaurant and he was doing his best to accommodate everyone in a timely manner! I was still able to have my water filled and everything I ordered despite that. Would visit again! I'm curious about their dinner menu but I most definitely had an amazing brunch experience here for both the good food and excellent service. read more

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This was my second time at The Marq. I was ultimately surprised by how much I enjoyed the Short Rib Birria. It was very juicy and easy to dig into. I would suggest getting this dish if you'd like to try something new! Additionally, the server was very attentive and made sure we were cared for. The only drawback was the limited seating outside. The tables were pushed very closely together and made it difficult to maintain intimate conversations. read more

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What a perfect place to have dinner with a group of your colleagues! After an weeknight event downtown a group of 10 of my colleagues, including myself, were pretty hungry. Enter The Marq, which is conveniently located downtown and has something on the menu for everyone, with modern American fare and a modern feel and full bar. We made a reservation for 8:15pm and were seated promptly. Service was super - the owner is also incredibly nice -- and we ordered right away. With how big our group was, we tried almost everything on the menu and everything was tasty. I really enjoyed my steak and roasted potatoes. It's typically hard to get a table for 10, but The Marq is great for groups! Not to mention, we felt it was incredible value. Did I mention they serve breakfast, lunch snd dinner? We'll certainly be back and encourage you to try it out for yourself! read more

The Marq - Roasted Potatoes - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I have dined at this place a few times for lunch and the food has been consistently great. Service was good too. Definitely recommend.

Great food, service was excellent and the vibe was cool. I'd definitely recommend this place as an after-work hangout or a place to meet friends for drinks. read more

This place, I tell ya!! Top to bottom the best! The service from the second you walk in is amazing. Amanda kills it everytime. My fave is the steak frites and nachos, but really you can't miss. The food is all homemade and you can tell. Make this a stop when you are in Chicago!! Ask for Alex for your server and you won't be disappointed!!! You can get a great city experience but if you want one specific to Chicago this is it! read more

Top notch for breakfast! Service was by far the best we had in all Chicago. Liz was awesome. Food was great but nothing beat the service!!!! Highly recommend. read more

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The Marq is a good place to come following work for a drink or to meet up with an old friend. This establishment is relaxed and the service is super quick. I tried their boneless wings, hummus tray and pull pork nachos. I also indulged in the blueberry Cadillac for a cocktail and it did not disappoint. The wings were great sizes and they weren't too bready. The flavors were standard and the chicken wasn't dry. The hummus was top tier. Super creamy and favorable and their pita bread is legit. It's not hard or too soft. It was cooked/ prepared perfectly. I'd recommend this app to any vegan or non vegan. Their nachos were actually made correctly. Most places will pile high their chips and dump their toppings leaving you with inconsistency as you go through the chips. At The Marq, they layered it correctly. Each bite was filled with the toppings and it wasn't heavy on the stomach. My cocktail was amazing and I recommend that for your whiskey lovers but also for those who want to try dark liquor but don't want to really taste it. read more

The Marq is a good go-to spot for business lunches downtown. The menu is pretty basic as it has all the familiar menu items you'll see at most restaurants or even at a sports bar. Along with the menu, the restaurant lacks decor and ambiance but has a nice centerpiece as the bar. The only decorations in the restaurant are big screen TVs (no sound) along the walls, featuring sports highlights and the news. The front of the restaurant has hightop tables that can comfortably seat six people or eight tightly. Towards the back of the restaurant you'll find tables that seat two and four people. On my visit with a group of work colleagues, I ordered the pulled pork sandwich on Ciabatta bread instead of a brioche bun--and suggest you do the same. The pulled pork was served lukewarm and flavorful but in that standard kind of way....the spices didn't linger after a bite nor did the taste. Two colleagues ordered Caesar salads with chicken and both complained the salad had too much dressing. However, they commented on the chicken to salad ratio being perfect. I can see The Marq hitting the mark for tourists or work travelers looking to grab a familiar meal after a long day of walking or working. The service is quick, the menu is simple, and you can catch a glimpse of news or sports highlights without the feel of a sports bar. read more

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I really enjoyed eating here. It was well into brunch hours (on a Thursday) when we dropped in, but we were received and seated promptly. I ordered the carnitas griddle, which was great, but it was more of a sweet than savory flavored meet. It wasn't bad, just different. Served over cubed and baked potatoes along with pickled onion, and under a fried egg, this griddle was pretty good. I ordered Noah something a little less ambitious, a commuter breakfast sandwich. I went with the English muffin instead of the croissant. Supper fluffy egg, cheese and bacon sandwich...simple but delicious. Did I mention the fluffiness factor of the egg(s)? The coffee was great. I don't think the OJ was freshly squeezed. The location was easy to find, was clean and presentable. Totally affordable. I shall return next time I'm staying in the Central Loop area. read more