The Dearborn

Really great lunch place. Very pleasant. I was by myself waiting for a train and sat at bar. They do great black and tans (stout on top of lager), and fish and chips was outstanding. Definitely can recommend this place.

The ambiance of the place is great for a lunch date with a friend or your partner. The food here is phenomenal. Everything we ordered came out fresh and delicious.

We went on a weekend but surprised by the time it took to get all our orders. Once we ordered we waited less then 15 minutes to get all our orders out
. One of the best steak houses in Chicago. We would definitely check out there other foods on the menu.


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very solid and great for groups! the restaurant is beautiful and very spacious, and the service was attentive even for a large party like ours.

i got the benedict and had the croissant monkey bread to share with half the table. i highly recommend the croissant bread for anyone with a sweet tooth!

One of the better spots for pre-theatre dining. The meze plate was delicious. Espresso martini was not on the menu but tasty as well.

I kinda think the tables in the bar area are the best

The Dearborn will always be my go to whenever I'm downtown enjoying a solo shopping trip. I've even celebrated a birthday here. The ambiance, the easy reservations make it an easy breeze to grab a bite.

The drinks are great, but the food is even better. I always get the Midwest Fried Chicken, Brussels sprouts and or salad.

For my mom's birthday, we decided to take her to The Dearborn. I'd never been but after looking over the menu, I couldn't wait to dine in. My sister made reservations for 11:30am on a Friday and as soon as we arrived, our table was ready.

Since it was 5 of us, we all decided to try a few different dishes so we could have a variety of menu items to taste. For starters, we decided on the Parker House Rolls, Spicy & Mushroom Soup and Charred Garden Vegetables. My family said the rolls were a 10/10! The soup was delicious but spicy indeed and the charred vegetables were great, especially with the hot honey drizzled on top.

For the entrees, we ordered the Prosciutto & Fried Egg Pizza which was absolutely divine. The saltiness of the prosciutto paired very well with the creaminess of the egg and the freshness of the arugula. Unfortunately, the Midwest Fried Chicken wasn't a hit. The chicken was fried a tad bit too hard and the taste of the glaze wasn't what we expected. The Dearborn Burger was cooked perfectly and tasted amazing. The "Spring" Caesar Salad was fresh and appetizing. I loved the saltiness of the anchovies. The Fish & Chips were wonderful. The fish was cooked and seasoned very well and tasted very fresh.

As we were enjoying our food, our waitress made sure we always had everything we needed. The owner even stopped by our table to check to see if everything was going well. The customer service was top tier.

Overall, the restaurant was absolutely beautiful and the food was delicious!!!! I highly recommend trying The Dearborn Restaurant if you're ever in Chicago!!!

A perfect date spot or brunch with friends! We were seated next to floor to ceiling windows, so it was nice to people watch in the city.

Our server was kind and even the general manager came to check in on us! They were quite busy on a Saturday around 1pm.

I got the chicken and waffles. While pricey at $25, they were delicious!! The chicken was juicy with a tiny layer of fat attached to the skin and breading, which made it very flavorful and tender. The waffles were thin and paired nicely with the hot honey. There is a bit of a kick to the dish, not spicy to me, but may be to some!

I did feel that the dish leaned on the sweeter side - but just a personal preference!

I admit I didn't want to go here but friend groups are a democracy and I lost. I'm glad I did

This place is great. The food is really good. I'll admit I was a bit cranky when my chicken and waffles came out because I live in Los Angeles and we know how to Chicken and Waffle.

This was a very different take on the dish but it was killer. Also tried some of my pals pizza and it was stellar.

The staff was kind. Our waitress was funny and on it for a busy Saturday afternoon.

Added bonus for having NA Beer

Came here at the recommendation of a coworker who enjoyed dining regularly in downtown Chicago. Old school tavern styled establishment with beige walls, murals, rustic booths and bookshelves - I believe the founders of the establishments were Irish immigrants and brought a part of their culture in the formation of this restaurant. Can't comment on the parking since I walked here from a nearby hotel - it is situated in a great location downtown for travelers as it's near some train stations as well!

Arrived here on a Thursday afternoon with the intention of getting a good brunch before a day of tourism fun! I got started with a glass of Rose and then ordered the famed Chicago's Finest Fish and Chips!

I'm not usually a fan of fish and chips as they usually come out dry but the one here at Dearborn was soft and batter was perfectly textured! Batter didn't overwhelm the fish flavor at all and I was still able to taste the freshness of the fish through all the flavors. I believe it was tempura style batter on fresh cod - a great combination. The fish sauce was a remoulade and malt vinegar which tasted even better than the usual tartar sauce! The fries that it came with were also a delight. Proportions were generous and I finished my meal very satisfied.

Service was very quick and attentive. I generally take a while enjoying my drink after finishing a meal and they weren't rushing me at all despite taking my plate.

To this day, I still think about this visit to Dearborn. I immediately understood why this was a fan favorite from the moment I stepped in but was even more impressed with the quality of the food! 10/10 would come back and recommend it to someone if they were visiting the city!

After seeing reviews we decided to give this place a try for dinner.

To start there is no parking since in downtown so will most likely need to find garage parking or walk there from hotel. It is also very busy but we were still seated right away.

The staff was pleasant enough but to be honest at times both me and wife felt like we were forgotten about.

I got the bavette steak with mashed potatoes and wife got the fish and chips. We also ordered the rolls.

I was a little irritated that the rolls were not free like a lot of places. They were however really good. I still believe though it should not be an appetizer but a free pre meal snack.

The wife said her fish was good. Since they say it beat Bobby flay she thinks she was expecting more. I tried it and while it was good I wouldn't order it again.

My bavette steak was also good. Not great but good. The sauce is like a teriyaki sauce of some kind and that's just not really my thing. The potato's were good.

I ended the meal with their version of lava cake with chocolate ice cream on top. It was alright. I didn't finish it but I did eat about half. The wife had two bites.

The star was definitely the old fashioned. One of the best I've had.

All in all was let down by the meal. I expected a little more after reviews and for the price. If I went back it would probably just be for drinks and maybe an appetizer.

I'd give a 3.5 but since no half stars I can't justify a 4 so will go with a 3.

Loved the beef wellington burger, fish and chips, and flourless chocolate cake! Except first the burger arrived slightly burnt and the second time slightly under. Good service and good proximity to nearby theaters and public transit. Definitely make a reservation if coming on a weekend.