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Smith & Wollensky


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#173 of 4,449 restaurants in Chicago
  • Cuisines: American, Steakhouse
  • Price range*: $41-$80
  • Neighborhood: The Loop
  • Address: 318 N State St, Chicago, IL 60611
  • Phone:  (312) 670-9900
  • Fax:  +1 312 670 0967
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4 of 5 stars
TN_Paul 14 contributions
Nashville, TN
Jun 30, 2009

Hard to top this place in Chicago for steaks, service, location and atmosphere. Dining on the river makes it even better. Need to spend some money - but you will not be disappointed. Known for steaks but lobster is a great #2 choice in the summer. more

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5 of 5 stars
SLM2003 32 contributions
kentucky
Jun 21, 2009

My husband and I dined at Smith & Wollensky one night during our trip to Chicago. We asked the concierge at our hotel to recommend a good steak restaurant and S&W was what he recommended. He did not lead us astray. We were very pleased with every aspect, from the service to the atmosphere to the amazing steak. My husband... more

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2 of 5 stars
Debbiejean9 2 contributions
Prospect Hts, Illinois
Jun 18, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

We live in the chicago area. We went here for our anniversary. We ordered the crab stuffed lobster and a side of lobster corn soup. The lobster corn soup did not have any flavor of lobster or corn. Not quite sure what was in there. The waiter and waitress stood at our table shelling some crab legs and claws and... more

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4 of 5 stars
anono99 49 contributions
IL
May 30, 2009

This is another place to get a good steak in chicago. Our waiter was attentive, without hovering. I liked the patio and location on the river. We just had apps, steaks & sides - no room for dessert. But the huge choclate cake sure looked good. more

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3 of 5 stars
treadi2001 6 contributions
Thurles
Feb 16, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

have been here several times its the venue that takes me back and now that i've found better places for steak in Chicago i'll never return. , steak was a tad tasteless and the sides ok. there are really better places to eat in Chicago. i think it just has a great name. the staff were a bit snobbish. it... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Dec 17, 2008

Try the Filet Oscar. Filet Mignon topped with crab and hollindaise sauce. Yum, yum. They age the beef themselves. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Nov 3, 2008

Great steak house! I believe Shelby Morrison likes to make appearances here while in town working at Merchandise Mart... more

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5 of 5 stars
SoniaBChicago 46 contributions
Aug 21, 2008

Exactly what it should be. Good, classic food. And the river views are incredible! I had a birthday card sitting on the table waiting for me when I arrived, and they brought out an ice cream cake for dessert on the house! more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Aug 16, 2008

crispy pork shoulder..mmmmm more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Aug 4, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

I just adore Smith and Wallensky! This has to be my favourite restaurant in the world! Stunning view of the city and the river, great food even if the Dover Sole is a trifle expensive! Service second to none! Choice of wines and spirits excellent. This is a real must place to go when visiting Chicago. Always will be my... more

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Smith & Wollensky Address

318 N State St, Chicago, IL 60611
Tel: (312) 670-9900 Fax: +1 312 670 0967
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.