I can't believe I haven't been here sooner. I just had lunch there and experienced the best lobster roll of my life! I have tried every lobster roll in the loop. Wow, what a difference. If you are lucky enough to be there when the chef's dessert special is the Banana Bomb, you will never go back to any other dessert ever again. read more

I wandered into this place on a Wednesday night. It was phenomenal!! The host who welcomed us in was upbeat and funny... He talked us into a communal table (it seats like 10, but there were only three of us)... I was honestly thinking it would be weird if anyone else sat at it with us, but the experience was great! On to the booze!.... I had their Calder cocktail before moving onto beer, and I loved it. The cherry garnish was on another level... Our server was very busy with the after work rush, but he was able to get us everything we wanted in a timely manner.... Timing was impeccable... I had the burger and it was fire, my friends had the grilled cheese/ Waldorf salad and they enjoyed it... Music recommendation: more upbeat pop, less classic (but awesome) rock... We will be back!!! read more

The Marq - Taps menu - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Stopped here on a Friday afternoon around 3 with a co-worker to properly start our weekend. We sat at the bar, and the place was practically deserted. I wish I could remember the bartender's name, but he was great for the first half of our hour long visit: really knowledgable on the cocktails and made recommendations. I had a glass of wine and co-worker ordered a cocktail, which she very much enjoyed. I enjoyed the heavy pour of the wine. Ambiance was great as well. You'd never know that this place was formerly the icky Marquette Inn. This is where the four stars comes in: after about 30 minutes, our bartender left and never returned. Another guy showed up but it would have been nice if he would have let us know ahead of time. We didn't order any food but the menu looked good. Definitely a great place to stop for a quick drink (or two) after work in the loop. read more

I happen to work in the Marquette building where the Marq is situated, so I couldn't help notice their sidewalk sign for "Best Burger.." on my in every morning. Always up for a challenge-- especially when it comes to "best" and "burger" in the same one. Meeting a friend there for lunch, we were seated next to the window with a great view of Calder's Flamingo. The place - aside from being well decorated- is meticulously clean and staffed by really friendly people - everyone greeted me when I walked in. When the waitress came up and I asked her about the best burger bit, she winkingly debated that the sign said "...on the block" ok, I'll give that to her. She wanted to undersell it. Said burger finally came. It was delicious. Not a thick beef block like pubs often give, but two medium thickness patties, which I think makes a juicier, more flavorful burger. It was delicious. Maybe not the best I've ever had, but it was memorable enough to get me to Yelp it. Overall, very pleased with this notable addition to the loop. Can't wait to go back for happy hour! read more

Great food here. Great for lunch solo, couple, groups, meetings. Trendy atmosphere but not too fancy-Casual. Salads that I've had: Green Goddess, Caesar salad w/salmon, Greek salad- All very good!! Sandwiches : The Intern & The Salmon Rillette Sandwich All very good. read more

So the chalkboard outside proclaims "Best Burger on the Block" and if you are at all familiar with the block, you know they're right ... because it's the only burger on the block. Ordered it because the server said it was, genuinely a good burger ... it was. Fresh tasting patty, aioli mayo, lettuce and tomato ... fries were nice and crips, but you can get other sides. Very nice interior... seems a lot of people don't know about this place yet, but all of the food looked solid ... and it was one of the best burger's I've had in the city. read more

Great food and the atmosphere is so clean and welcoming. I had the burger and fries. My mom had the chicken sandwich. We also started with the fried pickles. The server was really nice. read more

This is a great place for lunch in the loop. The menu is heavy on comfort food and all the dishes we tried were very good. Service was also pretty good, although slow at times. Mac and cheese was gooey, and rich. The chicken sandwich was massive and messy. The tomato bisque was also tasty and very rich. We would go back. read more

Solid service. I got the Tequila Eclipse, which just tasted like a watered down not too sweet margarita. Also got the honey whipped ricotta appetizer as a meal, which I don't regret at all-so much delicious, thick and perfectly grilled bread. I love bread more than anyone I know, even I couldn't finish it all! read more

The Marq - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Delicious, Creative, Personal, Professional! This is a new spot in the loop and came in with a group of my business associates and had a variety of food from the bone marrow (some of the beat i have had and the jam... Wow), Edamame hummus was fantastic, Ahi tuna was unique and delicious, all the ingredients were fresh, and had many other notable items. We also had several craft cocktails that would peak anyones interest, followed by a surprisingly delicious beignets dessert of the day. Overall, quick and friendly service, manager greeted us and truly cared about our experience, we had a great meeting with quality food and drinks, and the atmosphere was perfect, definitely what the loops needed. The restaurants in the area are a little dull to say the least. Spoke to the manager about the clean design and was told art is also coming so we are excited about that. Happy Dining friends! read more

We just weren't impressed. This place is new, getting a bit of buzz, and winning some praise on Yelp. So, my wife and I decided to give it a try on a recent date night. We walked in, and immediately realized that The Marq has more of a sports bar vibe than we'd anticipated. We were thinking it would be more like a swanky/hip downtown gastropub (think: Bottlefork). However, aside from the cute seating area, complete with couches, to the right of the entrance, the atmosphere is really more like a (albeit clean and modern) neighborhood sports bar, complete with several large flat-screens, showing various games. Once you pass the bar and get to the majority of the seating in the back, it's just downright unappealing. The tables are very close together, the walls are as bare as could be (NO ART), and you can see the entrance to the business building in the back. It felt like an office building's cafeteria. The menu is short and focused. A lot of stuff looked promising. Here is what we ordered: Moscow mule: Meh. Didn't pack a punch. I've had much, much better. Beet and goat cheese salad with bone marrow vinaigrette: The salad was very dry and had virtually NO vinaigrette, but what we did taste was good. Wish it would have been better dressed. Dearborn salad: This is their version of a wedge salad--complete with braised pork belly. The pork was good, but it wasn't crisp in the least bit. We got ranch instead of blue cheese (and a couple of their salads come with ranch), and we were really disappointed that it was that lukewarm bottled stuff--not homemade and not tasty. (Okay, I'm a ranch snob.) BBQ ribs: The ribs were delicious and tender. The slaw and fries were also good. This was a winner. Chicken banh mi: We also loved this sandwich. Best thing of the night! Panna cotta: When we asked for the dessert menu, the waiter said they only do one dessert each night. He said it was a panna cotta with strawberry/rhubarb sauce and chocolate drizzle. Instead, it was a chocolate panna cotta with what tasted like strawberry jelly and CORNFLAKES. Yes, it was garnished with cornflakes. It was truthfully one of the worst desserts I've had. I hate to be so harsh. I should say that our waiter was awesome and the food came out quickly. However, our expectations just weren't met. So, here's the key: Go in expecting a regular ole sports bar, and you may be surprised. However, go in expecting a trendy downtown gastropub, and you'll DEFINITELY be disappointed. read more

Had to make an account just so I could write a great review about this place. Had a great discussion with who I believe is the owner and he is a very genuine guy looking to make experiences great with everyone who comes to visit. The hostess and bartender were both very attractive and friendly. Sat at the bar and had the Chicken Bahn Mi sandwich and it was perfect. Not even sure if I'll be able to try anything else from here because I'm just going to keep ordering it when I return. The selection of craft beers was awesome, the bartender seemed to know a lot about them when I had questions. Overall the whole atmosphere was great, it is definitely what the central loop needed. Not much can compare to it in the area. It gets packed during happy hour later in the week, so get there early! read more

First off, awesome service. We were there before a show and it was draft weekend so the place was packed. I told them we were going to a show later and they did everything they could to find me a table. What was originally a 40 minute wait ended up being seated in 10. They were incredibly courteous and polite. Wait staff was excellent and possibly the best service I've received in Chicago. The food came out much faster than expected. I'm not sure if they rushed our order so we could make it to the show on time or what but I think we waited less than 15 minutes to get our food. Drinks were great and they have a decent list of draft beers. The food was really good. I had the Chick and my partner had the burger. She said it was an amazing burger and my chicken sandwich was pretty tasty. It was an excellent choice and I would definitely go back there. I only wish we had time to get appetizers. They sounded delicious. read more

The atmosphere is great. Hands down chill and clean.... just what my friend and I needed after having a few drinks. The service was great. My friend and I got the Marq burger. The food wasn't quite at it's peak. But I'm also taking into account the time of night that we came in. Overall, decent. Curious to how the food holds up when it's closer to normal meal times. read more

My boyfriend and I absolutely loved this place. Everything from the food to the service was incredible. Our waiter and the manager gave us tips on places to try in Chicago and both provided great customer service. We ordered the dumplings, duck and burger with no disappointments. We highly recommend this place!! read more

The Marq - Dumplings were really good but they are spicy! If you can handle spice, they were delicious - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Popped in for lunch, sat at the bar and loved this place. Great ambience. Casual, contemporary and cool. Bar had a few TVs set up and the bartender was friendly and new the menus well. Started off with a vege black bean soup that was recommended and I'm not a huge black bean soup guy, but it was one of the best soups I've ever had. I also orders the steak sandwich which was just okay- much too oily and greasy for me but the fries were golden brown and crunchy .... perfect. All in all, great experience. read more

Hubby found this on a google search the first night of our stay in CHI. 5 stars because the food, drinks and service were exceptional! We had the samosas, slider, and salads, and of course drinks. Loved it all! Great spot for dinner before a show. read more

I was looking for a simple but good-quality meal for a solo dinner tonight while in Chicago on business. The reviews here and the online menu made me think that the Marq would suit me well, and it did. I arrived around 6:45 PM and was seated right away (I chose a table rather than the bar). Service was prompt and friendly. I decided to have a salad and fries, both of which were delicious, and I was on my way soon and with my pocket not overly lightened. Nothing jumped out at me as being particularly amazing, hence the lack of a fifth star, but this was a nice place for a nice meal. read more

We just happened upon The Marq on our recent mini-vakay to Chicago. It was down the street from our hotel and we needed a quick, good bite before beginning our explorations of The Loop. At first, we weren't sure they were open -- no diners in the new outdoor seating area and no lit signs in the reflective windows. But we pressed on and were greeted by...nobody. The place was weirdly empty for noon on a Saturday (but there was a parade AND a Monsanto demonstration going on). There were only two diners at the bar. The bartender (manager?) told us to sit wherever we wanted but we figured the bar would be as easy as anything. My husband ordered the Pork Belly Mac N' Cheese while I had the Ahi Poke, which is technically an appetizer. Well, let me tell you, it's the type of appetizer that feeds two quite nicely. I decided I wanted it all for myself! I come from California and have spent a lot of time in Hawaii, so I was a teensy bit nervous about how well a place in the Midwest would do poke, but I was quite happy with the dish. Was it the absolute best poke I've ever eaten? Nope, but it *was* very good. And my husband's Mac N' Cheese was probably some of the best I've ever eaten. I would have loved to go back to have the burger because it looks amazing. Sadly, we had to leave the Windy City. I have no skin in the game, but I sincerely hope people discover this little gem of a restaurant so it doesn't die before it gets a chance to take off. In Cali, this place would be packed day and night. read more

The scallops entree is a much have! Our server was attentive and sweet! The victory sour is the best beer I've had on my trip.

Came here on a Friday night for dinner and drinks. The drinks are not your typical bar offering; along with an interesting selection of beer and wine, they use fresh ingredients for mixers and high quality liquor. There was a large after-work crowd at the bar, which made for a fun and lively atmosphere. Plenty of big screens to catch a game (Stanley Cup playoffs were on the night we were there). From the hostess to the server to the bar-back to the bartender, the service was friendly, prompt and helpful. Now, let me talk about the food. If you are looking for standard, run-of-the-mill, American pub fare, this is not your spot. However, if you are looking for an explosion of culinary creativity, then please come in! Our group shared several small plates, each of which were truly more delicious than the last: Bruschetta with fresh, gooey mozzarella and real fresh tomatoes; Tuna avocado tartare served with salmon skins (how cool is that?!?! Yes, the salmon skins are totally edible and no, they do not taste fishy. They're like a really thin crisp); Honey sriracha ribs (wow! these packed a punch!); Prawns in crazy water on a delicious bed of polenta (oh my gawwwd these were scrumptious!); Ooey gooey mac and cheese with smoked gouda (melts in your mouth!). There was more but honestly, these are all I can remember after experiencing a veritable, pleasure-induced coma from the chef's special Banana Bomb dessert (you.must.try.this!!) I know this place has a lot of reviews for its burger, but step outside the box and try something new and interesting! The menu at The Marq has some really a.ma.zing options. You don't find a place with such creative culinary flair every day. Please, do yourself a favor and check out The Marq...you will love it if you try it! read more

My sister, mom and I were downtown for the half marathon on Sunday, we were looking for something to eat Saturday night and we found the Marq! There was no wait and our waiter was great! We got cocktails and the food was amazing. Definitely, recommending to all! You can find something that everyone will like!! read more

The manager makes this review 5 stars. Food was yummy - in the 4 star category. I really loved the kale Asian salad and I don't normally even eat salads! A member of my group had a special order burger and it had to be sent back. Manager immediately came to the table apologizing and was extremely focused on making our experience better. We noticed later he was meticulous to detail and even when the revolving door was left open he corrected it. It was the small stuff that mattered! read more

A spacious minimalist restaurant with several TV's to watch the game if you choose to do so. We went to The Marq for a late bite around 9:30 pm. We were greeted very nicely by the host and manager. Our waiter was super polite and accommodating. The food was OK: Tuna Avocado Tartare: average and small portioned. They were served with crisp fish skins which is a creative change but I'd prefer rice or sesame crisps. Vegetable of the Day: They were brussel sprouts which were delicious but served luke warm Side of Fries: Thick cut and dry. The music was awesome...they were playing The Neighborhood, Of Monsters and Men, Foster the People etc. So we stayed a for a drink after eating - our waiter said they were open until midnight. We moved to the bar at about 10:45 and without a polite greeting, the bartender grumbled "last call." We ordered a round. Around 11:30 he started approaching us so I said "We're almost done and will take the check". He responded, "Wrap it up." I thought we were? I've worked in the restaurant business for 14 years and I left because I got tired of working late and long hours. So there's a hint for the bartender. Anyway, I'd come back for drinks after work and hope there will be a bartender with more charm. read more

We had the Salmon Park for our appetizer, think ceviche with basil and cucumbers added, it was delicious. It was served with large rustic crackers. Main dishes were the Chicken and the Salmon. The Salmon was fantastic the chicken was very good but could have been just a bit moister. The chicken was served with some grilled veggies and polenta which was out of this world. We had a bottle of The Jack Cabernet and raspberry covered bread pudding ( they offer a single dessert each day). Our waitress and the manager were both fantastic and took the time to talk with us even though it was a busy Friday night. Overall an excellent evening at a very fair price. read more

We were in town for the marathon and stopped here for dinner. We had no wait and our server Connor was incredible. Excellent cocktails, delicious food and a cool atmosphere. We are making plans to go back! We had the Cubano, Cali Verde and Caprese sandwiches. All were great. Super glad we found this place! read more

It's a shame I discovered this place right before moving away from Chicago. This place is top notch for a casual night out or even a date. The service was great, the food was great, and the ambiance was great. I accidentally elbowed the server in the stomach (LIGHTLY!) because I was flailing my arms around for some reason and didn't see him approaching us, but he was very nice about it. We started with the chicken samosas, which are served with a dill yogurt "chutney" and a standard cilantro/mint/lemon chutney (a.k.a "green" chutney at most Indian restaurants). The samosas were way less stuffed than a standard Indian restaurant samosa and also fried to a crisp (to understand the ratio, think of something like a generously stuffed crab rangoon). The ratio of meat and the resulting shape of the samosas made them very manageable and easy to dip, which was great because the chutneys were fantastic. The ground chicken inside was also well-spiced and moist, which was a pleasant surprise as samosas can often be too dry. For my main, I actually had the poutine appetizer with short rib. All I can say is that as a first-time customer who was shooting blind, I was happy to hit my target! I definitely recommend this to anyone (they were perfectly fine bringing it out with my girlfriend's meal). The serving was huge with plenty of short rib, loads of gravy, and several cheese curds all over just the right number of fries so that I could enjoy all the ingredients without being overwhelmed with potato. The short rib was nice and tender but not completely falling apart, the cheese curds were small enough that they could be enjoyed with the rest of the ingredients, and the gravy was just salty enough. If you're looking for a nice place with a variety of offerings that are all done well and served by nice people, you should definitely give this place a whirl! read more

I hadn't been into the building in some time and was very surprised to find the upscale restaurant there. I took a chance and liked it. I sat at the bar where I was greeted fairly quickly and the attentive staff handed me a menu. Prices were a little high but I suppose they are the norm for downtown and upscale restaurants, especially if they want to make any profit. I had a draft of cider and the steak salad "greens" which I ordered Medium. It came rather quickly and was very tasty. The greens were fairly fresh and the steak was cooked properly. The dressing was rather thick and almost overpowering so I'm glad I added a little bit at a time as I went along. The salad wasn't overly large but was very tasty. My bill came to 28 bucks plus I added an 18% tip. The atmosphere was pleasant and had the whole upscale pub/lounge feel to it and there was a nice umbrella covered patio for service as well. Not somewhere I'll eat on a regular basis because of the prices, but I will have to stop by to try more of the menu. read more

My husband and I went to The Marq for the first time last night (saw it had high reviews on Yelp, oh yeah) and were happy! The front of the restaurant was reserved for some industry type event, but there is a ton of seating in the back area and at the bar. We chose to sit at the bar and were able to drink and eat till we almost popped. We sampled a couple beers at the kind suggestion of the bartender and decided two that we were happy with. We had the heirloom tomato brushetta and burratta appetizer and then shared the blueberry salad and chicken entree. Each dish was so flavorful and tasty that the hubs and I started to consider ourselves foodies. But then we laughed, finished our beers, and went on our way. If you are in the Loop area of Chicago, definitely go by The Marq -they have a great happy hour! read more

The Marq - bruschetta and burrata. - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

UPDATE: Been back several times. The burger is good - well balanced between meat, bun and toppings - I like to add bacon and grilled onions, but they both cost extra. Only downside is that a burger, fries and a coke is going to run you in the neighborhood of $20 - but that is not any different from any other sit-down place in the loop. Only been once, but plan on giving it another try. First impressions, quick and friendly service, decent food and not outrageously priced. Had "The Intern", which is a chopped steak sandwich with chimichurri and roasted peppers. I expected this to be a steak sandwich with a Central/South American flair, and it ended up being more Mediterranean in flavor-profile, mostly because the peppers tasted strongly of a vinegar-based marinade and the chimi was a bit bland. Not terrible, but not what I was hoping for - looking forward to making it back and trying the Marq Burger, which seems to be one of their highlights. read more

Great location for mid day and early evening! Huge bar inside and seating along with wonderful seating outdoors across from Alexander Calder's Flamingo sculpture. Service was excellent! Grass fed beef burgers and fresh ingredients!! read more

The Marq - Steak salad with roasted tomatoes and blue cheese, delicious and light! - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I visited The Marq a few weeks ago with some coworkers for lunch. It was our first time to the restaurant and we all left very satisfied and impressed. We had no idea such a great restaurant was so close to our office. I ordered the poached pear salad with chicken and my coworkers ordered the caprese sandwich, burger and Waldorf salad and we split the fried pickles for an appetizer. All of the food looked just as amazing as it tasted. Usually, I'm not a fan of fried pickles but the way the chef prepared these was unlike anything I've tried before. Bravo! The ambiance was nice and I thought the dishes were all reasonably priced. The quality of food surpassed my expectations and was brought to the table in a very timely manner. I dine out often and it is the quality of food that will have me returning to a restaurant followed by service as next important. The Marq will definitely be seeing more of me. I've already recommended this place to other coworkers and friends. It's a great spot for lunch or after work drinks and dinner. read more

4 stars for the set up of the restaurant and for the beer and cocktail list, but 3 stars for the food in my book. This place really is a nice new addition to that area since there isn't a ton of places around here. Their drink list is great and they even have a few couches in the front that you can just hang out at with friends just for drinks, and a separate bar area too. The space inside is actually really big and they have a fair number of tables which is why I hear this place is pretty packed at lunch time. It is a trendy fake industrial type of theme inside and they play amazing music. I wanted to stay and hang out just because of the music! Food wise, if you like cheese you will have lots of options! If you don't, well...hmmmm ha ha Our table got the chicken bahn mi with a side of vegetables which was a hit, the triple grilled cheese we tried adding pork belly onto it but the kitchen forgot but still a very solid grilled cheese dish with fries that were so so, we also got the french onion soup which had nice broiled cheese on top but not the best french onion soup in the world but hearty and filling, and the burrata bruschetta which I think was actually one of the best things we ordered and it tasted really fresh, and we also got their mac and cheese and added pork belly because this was a celebration meet up afterall and that also was one of the best dishes. But cheese cheese cheese!!! I would come back here if I was in the area and it is reasonably priced as well, so good job Marq for joining the loop scene! read more

I dined here today for lunch as a coworker said they are the best burgers in the world. Turns out, The Marq states they have the best burgers on the BLOCK. I'm guessing that's because the other vendors on the block include a Fannie May, Argo Tea, and 7-11. Hmmm not much competition there. (I guess I'll give a few points for the Marq's wit) Walking in, I really wanted to love it. The bar and couches were very trendy but that's about where the trendiness ends. The rest of the space is pretty bare (large seating area, but bare). Since we came a little before noon, the restaurant was near empty, but the waitress wanted to sit us at the communal table where 3 other men were sitting. Maybe she was trying to make us social and come out of it with a new friend or two, but really we just wanted to eat. We politely asked her to seat us at one of the other 20 open tables. I will say our actual waitress was extremely friendly and personable. On to the food: the menu is pretty varied and will have something to please everyone. Pros: French onion soup was delicious and cheesy! Yum. Another pro: the French fries and the hummus dip. The hummus dip was very refreshing and had a different lemon flavor that you won't find in most hummus. The fresh veggies and pita went very well with it. For my main, I ordered the asparagus and quinoa salad. YIKES. If you like an oily oily oil spill, then please be my guest and order this. I think the salad would have been good if it was a bit more dry but oil is the only thing I could taste. I didn't even finish it, blahhhh. My coworkers did seem to enjoy the chili, burger, the Adams, and the grilled cheese sandwich. They said all were good, but not the best for the prices we were paying. (5 people ate with tax and tip = $94) I do believe the Marq has some potential and I would be interested in coming back to try additional menu items. But I also think, that I will have nightmares about that salad. They really missed the MARQ on that one. (Ha, get it). In due time, I think the Marq will prove itself to be a hip loop spot to grab lunch or a happy hour drank. read more

The hostess are so nice! The burgers are great! Prices are okay but definitely worth it! read more

Stopped in for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. Noticed they had chilaquiles on the menu.I gotta try those! I'm glad i did I ordered them with steak.It was a tossup between the Marq Burger and the chilaquiles.Fast great service as well. read more

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Great food, better drinks. I tried the Illusion, it was great, as well as some seasonal pumpkin thing. for food, onion rings were good but different, high end -- Risotto was fantastic, and the ribs were fall-off-the-bone, shockingly good. all around a great treat! read more

I've been here multiple times, both for lunch and after work drinks. I actually think it's much better than most other places in the vicinity. They have a lot of wines by the glass. As far as food, their version of a Caesar is really good with added chicken. The chicken is like soup chicken so it's larger bite sized pieces that are very tender. The steak salad is also good. The grits are super awesome. They also have great pork belly that can be added onto entrees. All pork belly is good but some is better than others and I feel this one is better than others. The fried pickles and sliders are both decent. I really like having this option so close to work and will continue to frequent here. read more

Nice place to watch a game in the company. Nicely prepared burgers, the fries are a little on the well-done side of the spectrum. Waitresses are trying to be nice. Service is fast, but there were very few people, so I don't know what's it's like when it gets crowded. Would have been better if they actually knew what game is on what channel:) the place actually does not look like a sports bar from the outside, so you need to be looking for it read more

I just had THE best chicken sandwich ever. Definitely not just any chicken sandwich! I will have to visit again when I'm in Chicago and try other dishes! read more

The Marq - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois