Located a little east of Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, Saloon Steakhouse boasts some of the best meat in the country. While being a bit off the beaten shopping district path at 200 E. Chestnut St., this secret spot for steer lovers keeps thing quiet while making guests comfortable. Just head right behind the John Hancock building to the side of the Seneca Hotel.
It is a bit of a learning process so it is essential to have a knowledgeable server to answer questions and guide you. Chef Boris will even come out to help if someone needs a bit of hand-holding deciding what to order. The staff really knows how to make a guest feel at home.
Start with the steak tartare, and the lobster avocado salad is a must-try. A tray is presented with cuts of meat that can be a bit overwhelming, although you can’t go wrong; it’s just a matter of taste. The 12-ounce Greg Norman Wagyu contains marbling in the Kobe beef and is top of the line so start there and work your way forward. Who doesn’t love a dry aged cowboy? This ribeye is barely 21 and unforgettable. Sides are extra but necessary such as the au gratin potatoes with a spicy pepper jack cheese or creamed spinach brought in piping-hot. Go for the mountain of onion rings if you can scale it!
For dessert, the white chocolate pretzel bread is a can’t miss opportunity to end things on a delicate note. Don’t be scared to pack other items up to go to make it to this finish line.
There are weekly drink specials to sip on, with $5 Thursday martinis and $5 house cabernets/chardonnays on Tuesdays. The weekends contain a rare bargain with half-price bottles of wine and a $25 three-course prime-rib dinner. For entertainment don’t miss the tunes of a jazz duo to go along with your $5 Bloody Marys and mimosas on the last Saturday of every month. It sounds like a romantic ambiance for a date night.
This is the perfect spot for people who want to try a traditional steakhouse with a bit of breathing room so call 312-280-5454 or visit www.saloonsteakhouse.com to book a reservation.