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RL Restaurant

RL Restaurant

American Restaurant and Bar$$$$
Streeterville, Chicago
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    The experts at Travel + Leisure and Crain's Chicago Business recommend this place
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    Ben K.
    "Get the RL Burger with white cheddar cheese."(8 Tips)
    Christopher H.
    "Love the lobster club and the crab cake Benedict!"(6 Tips)
    Myra R.
    "I personally love the steak tartare and scallops!"(7 Tips)
    Jason B.
    "Steak Diane is one of the best dishes in the city as well."(5 Tips)
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  • Biancaheart icon on user image
    BiancaSeptember 29, 2019
    One of their classics is the Chicago style dog. Try just for curiosity. All the other dishes in the menu are great! Loved Ralph’s cocktail!
    Upvoted Sep 28
  • Jacqueline B.heart icon on user image
    Jacqueline BrownJuly 6, 2018
    The seasonal watermelon and feta salad is amazing. Shrimp cocktail is a favorite. I would skip the pigs in a blanket and order the carpaccio. Crab cake and Dover sole we’re good too.
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoNovember 29, 2014
    Best classical steak tartare; other places may do it better or may be more innovative, but RL sticks with tradition
  • Myra R.heart icon on user image
    Myra RubinFebruary 7, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    A true Chicago classic! Amazing service. Cozy atmosphere. I personally love the steak tartare and scallops! Snag a seat by the fireplace + enjoy a cocktail...or 3
  • Steven P.heart icon on user image
    Steven ParkerFebruary 4, 2016
    Tell me, what is not to like about this?? Great food, comfy surroundings and service excellence. Go anytime but lunch in the bar is great!
  • Amy L.
    Amy LebowskyOctober 16, 2014
    Best dirty martini I've had in years. Blue cheese stuffed olives included. If you get a lucky seat at the bar, plant it for a bit and enjoy the people watching.
  • Jumana I.heart icon on user image
    Jumana IOctober 15, 2013
    Amazing atmosphere, great service, and delicious food! Got to try the calamari, crap cake, RL burger it's something else!!
  • Patrick J.heart icon on user image
    Patrick Jay MMarch 28, 2016
    Gosh where to begin. The service is excellent, the food is above standards. The people that dine their are well mannered and lastly there is no holding back on request for special orders
  • Christopher F.
    Christopher FlossMarch 7, 2015
    If you're looking for a table for two in Chicago's Streeterville area, go to RL at Michigan and Chicago. Two clubman chairs and a small table up against a warm fireplace!!!
  • Dema A.heart icon on user image
    Dema AlissaJune 11, 2019
    Good service. Tried pigs in a blanket 👌🏼 chopped vegetable salad 😋 and steak sandwich 👍🏼. Highly recommended place
  • Rebecca P.heart icon on user image
    Rebecca PlaineFebruary 3, 2018
    Best french toast ever! Make a reservation on open table but if you can, try to sit in the lounge instead. Much more laid back.
  • AYHJAheart icon on user image
    AYHJAJuly 1, 2016
    RL Burger w/bacon and cheddar. Bell IPA to wash. Amazing service! #1337
  • Chema S.heart icon on user image
    Chema SanromanMay 7, 2017
    Great food and atmosphere. The best oysters I've had in my life. The RL burger is really good too.
  • T H.heart icon on user image
    T HDecember 22, 2017
    Amazing food and scene. For the plant-based, vegan, vegetarian, they have a great salad (and fries)!
  • Dana D.heart icon on user image
    Dana DanielleSeptember 8, 2016
    Brunch on the patio is great for people watching! Staff is amazing and the fried calamari is the best in the city!
  • Bill P.
    Bill PeelerApril 7, 2017
    Food is really good, service is awesome - but man, is this place waspy! Even the gays are serving up their best Gold Coast judgements.
  • Alicia
    AliciaJanuary 29, 2013
    No need to look over the menu, order the Steak Diane. The service and overall atmosphere are phenomenal. An absolute must if you're in Chicago.
  • Gary J.
    Gary JordanJanuary 24, 2012
    RL is always on my must dine list whenever I'm in Chicago. I've yet to ever have a bad experience there. Food, Service, Location, Atmosphere, RL always delivers.
  • Myra R.heart icon on user image
    Myra RubinAugust 12, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    French Kiss Oysters + Rosé = perfect afternoon! RL has been a favorite for many years. Classic, relaxing, wonderful service always.
  • Christopher F.
    Christopher FlossDecember 20, 2014
    A great place to have a good meal or to stop for a drink. We love the bar area!!!! Very traditional venue.
  • Sue A.heart icon on user image
    Sue AMarch 4, 2017
    You can't go wrong with anything you order here!! Food, service, and ambience all are top-notch!!
  • Ray O.heart icon on user image
    Ray OlmedaOctober 8, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    M.U.S.T. try the escargot. Not sure if they are a regular item but if you see it in the menu that day GET THEM! Then again anything at this GEM is amazing - even something as simple as a burger!!!!
  • Bill C.heart icon on user image
    Bill CaplesAugust 16, 2015
    Surprisingly good food and service at reasonable prices.
  • Al Shaima A.heart icon on user image
    Al Shaima Al MadaniAugust 18, 2016
    The cheese burger is excellent 👌🏼🍔 make sure to how do you wanted to be cooked
  • Ghadi T.heart icon on user image
    Ghadi TayebMay 13, 2017
    I do not like what I ordered but maybe my choice was not that much I will try something else next time. The grilled cheese was so oily and I did nit like the tomato soup
  • Chris V.
    Chris VicenteOctober 29, 2014
    The lobster bisque and the burger are amazing
  • Christopher F.
    Christopher FlossAugust 9, 2015
    RL did an amazing job for my wife's birthday this evening. The strip steak was AMAZING!!! GREAT SERVICE!!!
  • Gabrielle G.
    Gabrielle GomezNovember 26, 2012
    We tried the burger with the papardelle sauce (truffle sauce) and it was heaven! Best bite ever!!
  • Wareef F.
    Wareef FallatahFebruary 16, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Adore this Restaurant, I like the design it's so unique !
  • Travel + Leisure
    Travel + LeisureMay 29, 2012
    Dine at the Chicago flagship, where you can enjoy the signature Steak Diane or the classic RL Burger.
  • Molly E.heart icon on user image
    Molly EFebruary 8, 2015
    Great cozy spot for brunch on the weekends. The corner booths are great for a couple.
  • Nina H.
    Nina H.June 21, 2011
    Get the polo club if your in the mood for a BLT. Best I've ever had. So yummy I won't ever forget it. Will be back many times!
  • Jason B.
    Jason BaloghJune 14, 2013
    Try the veal Milanese (off the menu). Steak Diane is one of the best dishes in the city as well.
  • Stacey N.
    Stacey NeuhausApril 13, 2012
    Lorenzo was the best. So attentive and accommodating. Ordered a grilled veggie platter off the menu and he didn't bat an eye at the request.
  • Christopher F.
    Christopher FlossJanuary 21, 2015
    RL has an amazing Sirloin steak! The dining room is spectacular, too!!!
  • Fran S.heart icon on user image
    Fran SuJune 3, 2022
    Chopped spring salad is great. Lobster rolls are a little disappointing. Probably should have gotten the steak.
  • Fletcher R.heart icon on user image
    Fletcher RhoadsAugust 8, 2014
    Good cocktails, RL burger is good. Calamari is a great starter appetizer.
  • Bill C.heart icon on user image
    Bill CaplesAugust 16, 2015
    Surprisingly good brunch with great service and reasonable prices!
  • James G.
    James GoekeMarch 6, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Add the truffle mayo from the lobster club to the burger and you've got heaven on your hands. Scary good.
  • Heather S.
    Heather SchmittJune 5, 2013
    Beautiful atmosphere.. Superior service and excellent food.
  • Ingrid C.heart icon on user image
    Ingrid ChepMay 14, 2018
    One of the best chocolate martini ❤️
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoSeptember 26, 2020
    Sea bass en papillote with roasted tomatoes
  • Marcus H.
    Marcus HarrisMay 21, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    champagne, steak tartare and lobster bisgue on the patio - that's all you need to know.
  • Crain's Chicago Business
    The lobster club sandwich with applewood smoked bacon and truffle mayo is tasty and sums up the mood here perfectly: everyday luxury. Read more
  • hooeyspewer ..heart icon on user image
    hooeyspewer .February 8, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    For a quick bite, sit in the bar area and order a nice drink and an RL Burger - one of my favorite burgers in the city.
  • Maya R.
    Maya RubalcabaSeptember 13, 2011
    Some of the best tomato soup and grilled cheese! Just love it and the service is amazing :) Read more
  • Valerie D.
    Valerie DanzigMay 31, 2013
    The best bread ever!! They serve a bread basket with your soup. It was to die for!!!
  • Dan V.
    Dan VerakisJuly 31, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    On weekends, try the chicken hash on the brunch menus. It's awesome and big enough for two.
  • Katrina K.
    Katrina KuhnMay 23, 2012
    Key lime pie was DELISH!! Great friendly service, and a luxurious atmosphere.
  • Vincent A.
    Vincent AnzaloneJanuary 28, 2012
    Chicken hash is great anytime of the day and they often have kumamoto oysters
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