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Pump Room


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4.0 of 5 stars 19 ratings
19 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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#295 of 4,512 restaurants in Chicago
  • Cuisines: American, Barbecue, French, Steakhouse
  • Price range*: $41-$80

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5 of 5 stars
QQ2008   13 contributions
New England, USA
Oct 27, 2009

To be honest, I wasn't sure what to expect after reading the mixed reviews on this site. But, a coworker who used to live in Chicago strongly suggested we dine there, and he's never steered us wrong. He lived up to that tradition by recommending The Pump Room as this was the best dinner of our vacation. It started with... more

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5 of 5 stars
SPOntario   8 contributions
Ontario
Sep 8, 2009

My daughter and I booked Sinatra's "green booth" on the upper level instead of the also-famous booth one and were treated to a memorable evening of excellent food and friendly but respectful service in a wonderfully nostalgic atmosphere. I started with a Jack Daniels on the rocks - what else? - and found an excellent, not-overly-priced Italian red wine -... more

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1 of 5 stars
jmmcclo   1 contribution
Park Ridge
Jul 14, 2008

Good food, very poor service, unkempt (check out the ceiling) and worn out decor. A professional letter advising management of lack of training and service was submitted without response. Save your money and your patience and dine somewhere else. -Joel more

good bar!
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Jun 8, 2008

good bar! more

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4 of 5 stars
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May 14, 2008

The Pump Room was frequented by Sinatra and still retains that 40's urbane, Hollywood charm. more

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5 of 5 stars
zeuspauldog   1 contribution
May 13, 2008

History is all over the place. The food is amazing, the service is excellent, but not 'stuffy' and the restaurant is all about history. My wife and I spent about 30 minutes just looking at the pictures of all the celebrities before we even sat down. We were lucky enough to be able to sit in the famous Booth One,... more

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4 of 5 stars
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Apr 19, 2008

old style bar...formal-ish more

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3 of 5 stars
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Feb 18, 2008

Sexy, stylish supper club. more

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4 of 5 stars
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Dec 7, 2007

stars are for atmosphere - food's good more

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5 of 5 stars
Dennis1   14 contributions
Feb 14, 2005
6/7 found this review helpful

I enjoyed two visits to this famous restaurants, once in the 1970's when the decor was all white, and more recently when it has become even more refined and distinguished. My pecan crusted halibut was delicious. The service on both visits was truly wonderful. The entire room and bar comprise an elegant and inviting supper club. The locals come here... more

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Pump Room Address

1301 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60610
Tel: (312) 266-0360 Fax: +1 312 266 9866
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.