Tru
- Neighborhood: Gold Coast
- 676 N. St. Clair St.
- Chicago, IL 60611
- 312-202-0001
Tru is a temple of haute cuisine, courtesy of a partnership between restaurateur Rich Melman and award-winning chefs Rick Tramonto and Gale Gand. From the bar area (accented by a striking cobalt sculpture of a female torso) to the private dining salons and main dining area (complete with Riedel stemware, lush linens and Andy Warhol painting) Tru is a lavish setting for serious dining, anchored by Tramonto's French-influenced creations and sweetened by Gand's spectacular desserts.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- St. Clair St. and Huron St.
- Parking:
- Paid Lot, Street Parking Difficult, and Valet
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Bus: 145-Wilson/Michigan, 146-Marine-Michigan, 147-Outer Drive Exp, 151-Sheridan.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
-
5:30-9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 5-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday
closed Sunday and major holidays.
- Cuisine:
- American Contemporary and French
- Meals Served:
- Dessert and Dinner
- Price Range:
- $$$$ ($26-$30)
- Reservations:
- Accepted. Required
- Dress Code:
- Jackets required.
- Alcohol:
-
Full Bar.
1300 bottles in wine cellar
Tru won the Wine Spectator Grand Award in 2004 (the highest rating). Champagne is a specialty.
- Smoking:
- No
- Audience:
- Adults / 18+
Features
- Carryout:
- No
- ATM:
- Yes. In the lobby of the 676 N. Huron building.
- Live Music:
- No
- Features:
-
On-site Merchandise.
No catering. No dancing. Cookbooks, truffles. No children's menu Chef will prepare kid friendly options
Note: Plan on three hours for multi-course dining. No buffet.
- Facilities:
-
Private Party and Banquet Facilities.
Private dining room available afternoons and evenings Mon-Sat. The main dining room can be reserved for private events afternoons daily, and Sunday evenings.
The kitchen table seats 2-6 diners; reservations required (minimum per person is $150).
- Worth Noting:
- Critic's choice. 4-star. Cross index. Recommended.
- Specialties:
- Prix fixe multi-course menu ($80 per person and up); caviar staircase.
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Diners Club, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
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"Best restaurant ever!"
LMS507 from Old Town - July 19, 2008
My fiance brought me to this restaurant right after he proposed. I was blown away by the service and the amazing food! I highly recommend this re...
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"Some diner suggestions to optim"
peterl from Evanston - April 6, 2008
Was most impressed with the professionalism, friendliness and (especially with the sommelier) knowledge. The dining room, with a high ceiling and s...
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"well done"
gastronaut from bucktown - March 11, 2008
had dinner at tru last night. I had been lead to believe that the service staff were waitrons with no personality, but I did not find that to be th...
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