Graham Elliot
4.2
- Neighborhood: River North
- 217 W. Huron St.
- Chicago, IL 60610
- 312-624-9975
This restaurant is the first solo project for chef Graham Elliot Bowles, who garnered scores of awards during his stint as the chef de cuisine at Avenues (including a 2008 James Beard Foundation Best Chef: Great Lakes nomination). Bowles explains his concept here as "fine dining, redefined"--meaning appetizers from $9 to $12 and entrees under $30. The seasonally focused a la carte menu (which changes frequently) is divided into cold, hot, sea, land and sweet categories; look for "hot" choices such as aged-cheddar risotto with Pabst-glazed pearl onions, granny smith apples, crispy prosciutto and Cheez-It crackers, and "land" options like beef short rib stroganoff with wild mushrooms, egg noodles, slow-roasted shallots and peppered sour cream. The decor features floor-to-ceiling windows, exposed brick and ductwork, and no white tablecloths or fancy floral displays, a la Avenues.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Wells and Huron Streets
- Parking:
- Street Parking Difficult and Valet
- Public Transportation:
- Brown Line train: Chicago stop
The Basics
- Hours:
- Monday-Saturday 5-10:30 p.m.; closed Sunday
- Cuisine:
- American Contemporary
- Meals Served:
- Dinner
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Recommended
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
Features
- Private and VIP Rooms:
- Semi-private parties for eight; private parties for 24-200
- Internet Access:
- No
- Payment Methods:
- Cash and Major Credit Cards
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. For 48.
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- For 125
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"Service Problems"
By Chicagoeater from Ravenswood, June 29, 2009
Service still seems to be a problem here. Our first course came out within minutes of ordering, so we never had time to snack on the tasty truffle...
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"Extremely disappointing"
By foodiefan from Chicago, January 23, 2009
I could not agree more with jmdaddy's previous review. While the ambiance and decor of the restaurant are very hip and well-designed and the servi...
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"OUTSTANDING!!!"
By Gypsy from Lincoln Square, December 14, 2008
Oh, by the way, don't know how it slipped my mind....The Granny Smith Fritters are to die for!!!
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