Blu 47
3.7
from - Neighborhood: Grand Blvd/Oakland / Fuller Park
- Second Floor
- 4655 S. King Drive
- Chicago, IL 60653
- 773-536-6000
- Price range: $$$ ($16-$25)
Located on a corner of what was once home to the city's legendary blues club district, this contemporary American spot with a Cajun/Creole accent is one of the newer additions to the Chicago's revitalized Bronzeville neighborhood. On the menu: whimsical appetizers like grilled chicken "lollipops"; shrimp dejonghe; and potato goat cheese croquette. Among the entrees: crab-and-spinach-stuffed fried catfish prepared with a Creole beurre blanc sauce; grilled pork chops with coconut rum and caramelized pineapple sauce; and wasabi-glazed salmon. Other options: grilled lamb chops; and prime rib steak frites. The interior offers modern minimalist elegance while still being warm and welcoming. The lounge features Thursday night jazz performances. Call for performers.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- 47th Street and King Drive.
- Parking:
- Street and Valet. Valet Parking: Friday-Sunday nights.
- Public Transportation:
- Green Line Train: 47th Street stop.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes. Elevator lift to second floor.
The Basics
- Hours:
-
Sunday brunch buffet: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Dinner: 3-10 p.m. Tuesday 5-10:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday (lounge open later). Closed Monday.
- Cuisine:
- Cajun/Creole and American Contemporary
- Meals Served:
- Dinner
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Accepted. Recommended
- Dress Code:
- Business casual.
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Bar Style:
- Lounge
Features
- Carryout:
- No
- Live Music:
- Yes. Thursday nights.
- Features:
- Catering, Free Admission, and Late Night. Thursday-Saturday in the lounge. Works with Steelelife Gallery next door to cater private affairs. No buffet.
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities. No on-site store. In conjuction with Steelelife Gallery.
- Specialties:
- Fried catfish with Creole beurre blanc, stuffed with crab meat and spinach.
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Diners Club, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Seating :
- Dining room: Seating for 86; Lounge: Seating 55
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"Yummy!"
By Ava from Bronzeville, March 22, 2009
Hit all of my senses. Great service. We were there on Thursday night early and later it got pretty crowded but our server did not miss a beat. F...
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"Nice and Local"
By MLady from Crenshaw, December 17, 2008
It's a nice jazz place. Small and intimate, with the live band and singing performances, I enjoy the ambiance of the dimmed room full of couches an...
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"I will return despite a few areas of concern"
By Shy from Loop, September 6, 2008
I went to Blu 47 on my birthday 10/25/07. The ambience was great with an exception of the music. They had live music, which was great, but the musi...
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