Gilt Bar

4.6 · 497 reviews
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Lauren Cunningham
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2020-12-27 18:05

Wow! We were blown away by our entire experience h...

Wow! We were blown away by our entire experience here. The food was to die for, the service was superb, and the ambiance was perfect. I could not have asked for a better time for my first night in Chicago. You will not be disappointed.

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J Nicholson
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2020-12-26 03:40

Absolutely fantastic meal! We had the arugula sala...

Absolutely fantastic meal! We had the arugula salad, with a light/tangy dressing, the bolognese rigatoni (so delicious), and the crispy fish with a side of vegetables. Add an excellent cocktail menu and great wine, and this was easily my favorite meal of the trip!

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Natalie Martin
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2020-12-25 14:38

My husband took me here for our anniversary in Aug...

My husband took me here for our anniversary in August because I love speakeasys and they have one in the basement. He made reservations for dinner before hand and told the host how excited he was to go to the speakeasy. We weren't told until we got there that the speakeasy was closed for the night f...

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Sophie Bakall
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2020-12-23 11:35

The best roasted bone marrow, steak tartare and le...

The best roasted bone marrow, steak tartare and lemon meringue pie in all of Chicago. Great drinks, awesome food, nice ambiance anda fun staff makes for a perfect evening. We come here often, many times just for dessert and drinks..

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Holly Northcutt
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2020-12-22 14:59

The atmosphere here is great! Very welcoming and u...

The atmosphere here is great! Very welcoming and upbeat without being overwhelming. The decor is very elegant and tasteful, and the staff is superb! Helpful, attentive, and discreet. And, of course, the food is incredible! The drinks are a bit pricey, but definitely worth it. They know what they're ...

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Kristin Reynolds
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2020-12-19 10:11

We enjoyed our dinner here. You need to plan ahead...

We enjoyed our dinner here. You need to plan ahead and make reservations at least a week in advance. Ask to have dessert in the library downstairs, there is a big difference in atmosphere between the restaurant and the library. You will enjoy the walk downstairs, through the narrow hall, and into th...

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Ryan Sullivan
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2020-12-18 23:14

This is my favorite date spot in the entire city! ...

This is my favorite date spot in the entire city! The decor is so cool and it feels so VIP to be led down to the hidden room in the quiet basement. The prices are a little up there but they allow you to bring a bottle in with you.

The pork belly is probably the best thing I've ever eaten.

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Antoinette Ashmore
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2020-12-13 08:36

We made a last minute reservation here with some f...

We made a last minute reservation here with some friends and we were not disappointed! What a great restaurant and the the decor really sets the mood! I recommend checking out the library downstairs, really cool space! I don't really think you can go wrong with anything on the menu!

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Paige Lowe
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2020-12-11 02:05

Went on a coworkers recommendation, dimly lit and ...

Went on a coworkers recommendation, dimly lit and a little crowded, but that won t get in between me and the best steak I ve EVER had. Ribeye was PERFECTION. Bernaise allowed it to transcend. If crowds make you nervous, try to go early. Just make sure you go. It s worth it.

Also, ask the bartende...

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Max Stanton
Reviews 1
2020-12-09 20:26

I was here alone on NYE while on business and ende...

I was here alone on NYE while on business and ended up having quite a nice time. The food was very rich but good, cocktails were good, and they had some decently price champagne.

Since this was my third dinner of the night (hey, got to have fun somehow), I was quite inebriated and full, however ...

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Sarah Hanson
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2020-12-07 12:11

This is my new favorite hh spot. Yay! I really li...

This is my new favorite hh spot. Yay! I really like the vibe of the place. The specialty drinks are all good and the prices are NOT outrageous. Their use of gins, bourbons, and juices, etc. mmmm, so good. AND their wine pours...ooh soo generous! Yes! Bartenders are super nice and patient.

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Emily S
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2020-12-06 09:28

I love everything about Gilt Bar, and it's my go-t...

I love everything about Gilt Bar, and it's my go-to place for any special event, whether it's a birthday or a date night out. When I say I love everything, I literally mean everything--the food and drinks, impeccable service and ambiance, and the fact that they have a speakeasy and photo booth downs...

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Catherine Velez
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2020-12-01 14:13

The food was delicious...kudos to the chef(s). Bot...

The food was delicious...kudos to the chef(s). Both my husband and I agree, would have gotten five stars but the service was a little off. Our server was not personable at all....didn t bother to have an opening conversation when she introduced herself, which would have helped her to find out we wer...

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Ryan Bowers
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2020-11-27 01:14

One of the best dining experiences I've had in a w...

One of the best dining experiences I've had in a while. The tartare, bone marrow, and mussels are enough to travel back to Chicago for. Don't skip the cocktails - they're perfect. I definitely recommend this place, just ensure you get there early to avoid a wait!

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Gianni Sansone
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2020-11-24 20:23

Really the only down side was the main course port...

Really the only down side was the main course portions are a bit less than what I expected. The pot roast was excellent, but the menu said it came with root vegetables. Root vegetables consisted of maybe 4 or 5 bits size chunks of carrots and 6 whole mini onions. The pot roast just fell apart so eas...

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Courtney Collins
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2020-11-21 17:01

Gilt Bar was a wonderful combination of ambiance a...

Gilt Bar was a wonderful combination of ambiance and delicious food. At no time were we rushed. The wait staff is top notch. They are there when you need them and never hovering. If you are looking for great atmosphere and high quality food, you need not look further.

Also for some bonus fun, che...

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Rebecca Zamborsky
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2020-11-19 04:24

Enjoyed a birthday dinner at Gilt Bar and it was a...

Enjoyed a birthday dinner at Gilt Bar and it was a lovely experience. Our server was gracious and made some delightful suggestions that we ended up really liking. The lighting and atmosphere are stellar here and the hostess was a delight. We ll be back with friends.

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Jess Mean
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2020-11-18 07:39

Whenever my friends ask for a River North bar reco...

Whenever my friends ask for a River North bar recommendation I immediately point them to Gilt Bar. It's a refreshing change from the college bars, sports bars, bros bars, and Irish bars that litter this neighborhood and lives up to its name the cocktails are strong and the food is rich. In the sum...

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Janesh Lakhoo
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2020-11-15 18:10

At the library. Came expecting a different menu th...

At the library. Came expecting a different menu than Gilt bar but unfortunately that was not the case. The ambiance was okay. Music was way too loud and it was a little too dark, but the decor was expected of a speakeasy. Gilt has decent drinks and the Library has the exact same ones. Overall I was ...

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Jim Stamm
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2020-11-07 06:17

1) The food was awesome.

1) The food was awesome.
2) Service was excellent.
3) This is what sets Gilt Bar aside from other restaurants: My husband has advanced Parkinson s. He needs a transport wheelchair for any distance, yet can still walk some on his own. Narrow doorways cause him to have complete leg freezing. When ...

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Giana
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2020-11-05 14:33

The food and decor was amazing but service was lac...

The food and decor was amazing but service was lacking for dinner on a Thursday night. We had empty drinks sitting at the table for 30+ minutes, they lost out on extra $60+ just by ignoring that. 70% of the tables were empty but the waitress only came around three times, get initial drink order, din...

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Peter Strandquist
Reviews 1
2020-10-28 12:46

Brief recap:

Brief recap:
1. Thursday evening, packed at 5:30pm and stayed that way until after 8:30pm.
2. Careful when you enter revolving doors. Very dark and there may be patrons waiting to be seated you could stumble into.
3. Noise level, relatively loud, but you can have a conversation at a table.
4. Go...

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The Mental Marketer
Reviews 1
2020-10-21 22:44

Atmosphere was very nice.. Dim lighting.. Soft mus...

Atmosphere was very nice.. Dim lighting.. Soft music playing in background... Would be perfect for a date or night out with friends... We received great service from everyone... Food was excellent... Try to get downstairs to the library if you can...

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Matthew Gekas
Reviews 1
2020-10-21 22:15

This place is great. A wonderful staff from the f...

This place is great. A wonderful staff from the front desk to the servers and bartenders. The food here is at a quality that very few places in the city are doing. I always tell people to come here if your looking for a great dining experience. The best seating is by far in the library. Its res...

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2020-10-18 18:49

I don't ever write reviews, but for this place I f...

I don't ever write reviews, but for this place I felt like I needed to. I got reservations for 2 this past Saturday night for my birthday and I was blown away. The staff were friendly and helpful, the library downstairs was stunning, and the food was delicious. Will definitely be back.

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