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Lawry's The Prime Rib


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4.0 of 5 stars 125 ratings
125 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
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4.0 of 5 stars
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3.0 of 5 stars
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2.0 of 5 stars
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1.0 of 5 stars
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#77 of 4,512 restaurants in Chicago
  • Cuisines: American, Barbecue, Steakhouse
  • Price range*: $30-$40
  • Neighborhood: The Loop
  • Address: 100 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611
  • Phone:  (866) 691-6168
  • Fax:  +1 312 787 1264

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2 of 5 stars
farmman10   15 contributions
Huntland
Oct 10, 2009

In June this year we paid our second and last visit to Lawry's. A bouquet of silk flowers at the entrance says it all.....this place is living on its reputation. A Monday evening at the beginning of June, 20% occupied mostly with tourists. We decided to try the 'new' rib eye steak, medium rare, without the bone. After an average... more

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5 of 5 stars
Anabelly   16 contributions
Upstate New York
Sep 1, 2009

Reserved with opentable.com for the day of our arrival. Once we got settled in at our hotel, we realized we were starving and still had an hour to go until our reservation. We took a chance and went early. They were very accomodating and sat us early. We had a couple of drinks at the bar first. The bartender and... more

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3 of 5 stars
whosyer12   24 contributions
Indiana
Aug 29, 2009

I love Prime Rib! We travel to Chicago often and I've always wanted to dine here, but for one reason or another (wife not really a fan of prime rib) never had. Talked her into it and we went last Wednesday. I guess my expectations were maybe too high after all these lofty reviews--I was considering this place the mecca... more

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4 of 5 stars
jf329   9 contributions
Jul 29, 2009

Always a favorite of mine. The prime rib is delicious. The atomosphere is a bit dated, but it is still a fun night out. more

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5 of 5 stars
mck9982   138 contributions
Chicago, IL
Jul 24, 2009

This is the best prime rib anywhere! The atmosphere is old school and that fact really enhances the atmosphere. The servers are is old outfits and it makes you feel like you are eating in another century. But what really makes this place a Chicago staple is the food - simply incredible! more

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4 of 5 stars
anono99   75 contributions
IL
May 30, 2009

Food is pretty good, but go for the chocolate bag dessert - filled with fresh berries & cream....yum! more

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4 of 5 stars
cubbieblue10   5 contributions
Champaign, IL
May 22, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

My wife and I went here on a short getaway right after our honeymoon. We were looking to get good beef somewhere, and it was very near where we were staying. I have been to Chicago many times but this was my first to Lawry's. The staff were very nice. Friendly, but not to the point where they grate on... more

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5 of 5 stars
CTYankeesFan   14 contributions
Trumbull, CT
Jan 29, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

While in town for a trade show, we lucked out by going to Lawry's The Prime Rib for dinner. If you don't like prime rib, this isn't the place for you. While they did have a few non-beef items on the menu, don't confuse this with a steakhouse that offers a little bit of everything. However, if you're a carnivore,... more

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4 of 5 stars
GitchSup   13 contributions
Duluth, MN
Dec 31, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

My husband and I take the opportunity to go to Lawry’s every time we are in Chicago. It is always consistent in quality. The spinning bowl salad is so fun to watch when they make it tableside and the Prime rib is done to perfection. Lawry’s has their own whipped horseradish served with the beef that is one of my... more

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5 of 5 stars
mikemangino   14 contributions
Wichita, KS
Nov 18, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

My girlfriend and I celebrated our 5 Year Anniversary here, and it was a great dining experience. Very crowded on a Saturday night, so make sure you make reservations. We made reservations and still had a 25 minute wait. The food was very good. Prime rib was top notch. Their "Spinning Salad" was ok. Lobster was good but small, so... more

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Lawry's The Prime Rib Address

100 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611
Tel: (866) 691-6168 Fax: +1 312 787 1264
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.