Table Fifty-Two
3.5
from - Neighborhood: Near North Side
- 52 W. Elm St.
- Chicago, IL 60610
- 312-573-4000
Art Smith, Oprah's personal chef, cookbook author and TV personality, is the force behind this Gold Coast spot. The restaurant offers a menu of refined Southern decadance, including dishes inspired by Smith's cookbook, "Back to the Table." Look for faves such as fried chicken and waffles and pan-seared catfish, plus seasonally-minded entreees, wood-fired pizzas and sides such as braised collard greens. But the best treat isn't on the menu: It's a sizzling skillet of parmesan cheese biscuits that arrives right after you sit down. The main floor has a shabby-chic cottage look with a stone bar, hickory flooring and a copper tin-punch ceiling. The second floor dining room features a more formal vibe with Venetian wallpaper and chandeliers.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Dearborn and Elm Streets
- Parking:
- Street Parking Difficult and Valet
The Basics
- Hours:
- 5-10 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 4-8:30 p.m. Sunday
- Cuisine:
- American Regional and American Southern
- Meals Served:
- Dinner
- Reservations:
- Recommended. Getting a reservation is tougher than scoring Oprah tickets.
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
Features
- Private and VIP Rooms:
- The upper level may be reserved (seats 24-30).
- Features:
- Celebrity Chef and Tourist Spot
- Specialties:
- Biscuits and gravy with grits and eggs; fried chicken and waffles; chicken gumbo and okra; shrimp and grits
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Seating :
- For 35 on the main level; 24-30 upstairs.
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Rate Table Fifty-Two
"Would go back"
By ego from suburbs, January 24, 2010
I don't feel like writing a long review because there are already many of them. The place is very crowded and cramped, so if ambiance is your deal...
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"Table 52 - Service needs a big tweak"
By lazzz from sub, January 17, 2010
Food was great. Ahh....but the service. Although there appeared to be a large number of service personnel, things seemed a little disorganized. ...
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"Sadly disappointed with Table 52"
By KelCP from Lakeview, December 7, 2009
Honestly, I was SO excited for this meal given it was my birthday and a special occasion for my husband and I. However, the overall experience was ...
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