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Roister

New American Restaurant$$$$

Fulton Market, Chicago

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Roister

8.5^/10

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The experts at Bon Appetit Magazine and Eater recommend this place
"Try to do the Hearth menu if possible!"(4 Tips)
"Loved the aged cheddar rillettes, octopus, and half chicken."(3 Tips)
"Grant Achatz’s affordable restaurant."(3 Tips)
"Sit in the prep kitchen if you can!"(3 Tips)

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Leland BrewsterMay 16, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Ate in the prep kitchen and was very impressed! Almost like Girl and the Goat in their modern and unique takes on everyday and comfort food. Totally different yet very recognizable. Loved it.
EaterApril 14, 2016
The world renowned Alinea team opened its first casual dining with Roister. Roister gives the feeling of being at home in your kitchen while enjoying some of the best New American cuisine. Read more
Stephen SmytheJune 28, 2016
Make sure you do a tasting menu and ideally in the Prep Kitchen. Ignore the naysayers confused by a casual concept. The fried chicken with sun choke salsa is amazing.
Stephanie JacksonApril 14, 2019
They were out of the steak & eggs and burger by 1p so get there early if you want the goods!! Delicious chicken + waffles and bacon, though. And the aged cheddar rillettes! 😍 Also the music is 🔥
Meredith BlechmanSeptember 15, 2017
Go all in for the pre-set menu, but be sure to come hungry. Five courses is really like 20 dishes, all of which are incredibly unique and inventive, and absolutely delicious. PS no substitutions!
J.R. ReedJune 21, 2021
cool spot w/ a hip ambience and Top 40 tunes; it’s hard to pass up the fried chicken but the shishito peppers and octopus are great appetizers. Unpopular take but you can ditch the chickpea fritters.
Adam H.September 28, 2018
Grant Achatz does it again! The duck 5 ways is absolutely incredible. Hushpuppies foie gras and duck toast were also mind-blowing. Don’t miss out on this gem while in Chicago.
Chicago TribuneNovember 21, 2017
The Bartender's Amaretto Sour is made with Lazzaroni Amaretto, Cynar 70, black truffle, lemon and egg white. The moment it hit my tongue, I felt an uncanny blast of nostalgia. Read more
BiancaJuly 24, 2021
The aged cheddar rillettes, the chicken waffles and the peach desert… are a must try. Really, all is great, one Michelin star and more.
Amy RobertsonJune 24, 2017
A relatively casual atmosphere for a higher end restaurant. I would describe the food as luxury comfort food in the best possible way.
Jon B.September 24, 2021
One of the best meals I have had in Chicago. The steak with shaved truffles was outstanding.
Sarah Ross MattesonAugust 11, 2017
The chicken is amazing!! Also, Aged cheddar rillettes, spicy cucumber salad. You cannot go wrong. Snag a seat at the Hearth!!
jiresellAugust 2, 2017
The food here is outstanding! Very creative, large portions. Try the duck!
Travis TindellDecember 18, 2017
Chicken and waffles were great. Amazing take on the biscuits and gravy. Milk and Cookies for dessert! Cool place.
Dan MoneyAugust 4, 2019
Good, but was expecting a lot more. The three dishes & two cocktails I had all had some interesting elements but didn't feel any were properly balanced. Didn't feel Alinea Group pedigree of excellence
Chicago TribuneJanuary 6, 2017
A messy, brash, noisy and primal restaurant where an open hearth fuels most of the cooking and plate presentation only occasionally catches chef Andrew Brochu's attention. Read more
Chet ManciniJuly 29, 2017
Get hearth reservations. Flawless food and service but still casual. The duck is amazing.
Ashley von KluckJanuary 22, 2019
Amazing meal! Loved the aged cheddar rillettes, octopus, and half chicken.
Garry TanApril 18, 2018
The wagyu was epic. So was the crab rice.
Yami AlonsoOctober 1, 2016
The chicken 3 ways is the most phenomenal fried chicken you will ever have.
JuliannaAugust 16, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Tickets on TOCK. MUST order the chicken!! And the double daiquiri!
Vincent QuanJune 5, 2019
Go for the broccoli and beef. Really delicious side dish.
E. T.October 10, 2017
Sit at the counter and get to see the extremely talented team at work!
Molly EApril 9, 2016
Try to do the Hearth menu if possible!
SherrySeptember 8, 2017
Family-style dining with great selections that are not "ordinary".
Colin LeeOctober 4, 2020
Fried chicken is fantastic; top tier quality
Tim DengNovember 28, 2018
Grant Achatz’s affordable restaurant. It’s really good.
Lu HOctober 5, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Maple poached salmon!
venu vasudevanJune 20, 2016
Huge fan of Grant/Alinea/Aviary. Roister doesn't keep up. Great service, super nice servers and staff. But based on their $85 tasting menu, Trenchermen outperforms at half the price.
Carlos ButlerMarch 3, 2017
The chicken sandwich is as good as everyone says it is
Shannon JeropkeFebruary 17, 2017
Roister was nominated for Best new restaurant for the 2017 James Beard Awards.
Laura StaleyJuly 21, 2017
Sit in the prep kitchen if you can!
Stephen ManganMay 30, 2016
Restaurant concept and creativity of food leading up to final course, but dissapointing finish. You dont go to a Grant Achatz tasting for a Fried Chicken, Grilled Chicken & chicken combo.
Nate EllisJune 11, 2018
Great fried chicken
Bethany CrystalJuly 6, 2023
Dinner vibes
Marc AsghariOctober 21, 2018
Only the fried chicken - not really worth going
JMay 23, 2016
Beware if you have bad allergies - they are not aware/prepared. Chicken three was was good. Same with the duck. Proteins/bigger plates were much better than the starters. Proportions overall were big

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