MK - Near North Side - Chicago, IL 60610 | Metromix Chicago

MK



Neighborhood: Near North Side
868 N. Franklin St.

Chicago, IL 60610
312-482-9179
Chef-partner Michael Kornick graduated from the Culinary Institute of America and worked at several top restaurants before opening MK in 1998 in a former paint factory. Since then, Kornick has received numerous awards, including three Best Chef -Midwest nominations from the James Beard Foundation. He now is involved with several other ventures, including N9NE Chicago and N9NE Las Vegas.
Today, Kornick remains involved, but has handed over day-to-day kitchen duties to exec chef Eric Simmons, whom was hired in 2006. MK features an innovative new American menu with global influences that focuses on the freshest ingredients available. Entrees include seasonal presentations of organic chicken and rack of lamb, plus mainstays like the hardwood-grilled New York sirloin.

Getting There

Cross Streets:
Chicago Ave. and Franklin St.
Parking:
Street and Valet
Public Transportation:
CTA Bus: 37-Sedgwick/Ogden, 66-Chicago. Brown Line Train: Chicago. Purple Line Train: Chicago.
Wheelchair Access:
Yes. Main floor only.

The Basics

Hours:
Dinner: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 5:30-10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Closed for vacation July 2 -July 20, 2006
Cuisine:
American Contemporary, Seafood, and Steaks
Meals Served:
Dinner
Price Range:
$$$ ($16-$25)
Reservations:
Accepted
Dress Code:
No athletic gear or hats.
Alcohol:
Full Bar. Extensive wine list, plus lounge menu of small plates.
Smoking:
No
Audience:
Adults / 18+

Features

Carryout:
No
ATM:
Yes. Citgo gas station at Chicago and Wells.
Live Music:
No
Features:
No catering. No dancing. No children's menu. No buffet.
Facilities:
Private Party and Banquet Facilities. No on-site store.
Worth Noting:
Critic's choice. 3-star. Recommended.
Specialties:
Prime steaks, pommes frites, pastries.
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
Outdoor Seating:
No
Delivery:
No
Seating :
Capacity: 150

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"Unbelievably bad!"

panorea from wheaton - May 6, 2008

My husband and I were looking forward to trying mk for the first time on our 10th wedding anniversary. Who rated this place? We chose the tasting ...

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"One of my favorire spots"

Emily from Wrigleyville - April 6, 2008

I have been taking family and friends to MK for the last several years, and it never fails to please. I have family and friends from all over, som...

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"a fun and fabulous night"

karenk from london - January 22, 2008

A first impression is something that is never given a second chance, our experience at MK shows they know the value of just that. From the moment ...

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