The Gage
4.0
- Neighborhood: Grant Park Museums
- 24 S. Michigan Ave.
- Chicago, IL 60603
- 312-372-4243
Think of this handsome spot across from Millennium Park as an Irish pub that went to culinary school. It's got that slap-you-on-the-back charm, but it also goes the extra mile with a menu of snazzy comfort fare.
Billy Lawless, an original partner in the The Grafton, has partnered up with his father (also Billy) to open The Gage. Dirk Flanigan (ex-Meritage, Blue Water Grill) is exec chef, offering a globally influenced American menu – think lamb chop and stew vindaloo or roasted saddle of elk with mashed potatoes, juniper berry and rosemary. The interior has a 1930s vintage-industrial vibe with moss-green subway tiles and reclaimed factory windows. The space makes a great business meeting or office party destination for its Loop neighbors.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Madison and Michigan.
- Parking:
- Street Parking Difficult and Valet. Valet Parking: Call for details.
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Bus: Michigan Avenue routes.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
-
Lunch: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. daily
Brunch: 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday
Dinner: 4 p.m.-midnight daily (bar open until 2 a.m. Sunday-Friday; 3 a.m. Saturday)
- Cuisine:
- American Contemporary
- Meals Served:
- Weekend Brunch, Dinner, and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Accepted
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar. 30-plus bottled beers, plus small-batch whiskeys.
- Smoking:
- No
Features
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities. Capacity: 60-120
- Worth Noting:
- New on the scene.
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Seating :
- Capacity: 120 restaurant; 100 bar.
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"Way Over-rated"
By Jay from Evanston, March 1, 2008
Wine was great! Chicken soup was watered down. Carpaccio was 90% salt!! Salad was average. Amish chicken was unseasoned and dry. Hawaiian tuna ($30...
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"Skip the Food"
By Bob from Lakeview, March 1, 2008
Great for drinks. Bad for food. Stop by after work for happy hour and head elsewhere for the dinner. Nice addition in that part of town.
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"great place"
By manx from south loop, February 22, 2008
Been there several times and it ranges from very good to excellent. when they're on, its a real delight. the elk is superb, the somelier is extre...
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