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Tavern on Rush Reviews List

Tavern on Rush

Tavern On Rush is an upscale, contemporary steakhouse offering an extensive menu of classic American fare, including only the finest USDA prime aged steaks and chops, fresh fish and seafood and unique daily specials.

Tavern boasts a bustling bar and lounge area, with a resident music producer who creates a fun and energetic playlist for guests' enjoyment seven nights a week. The warm and inviting atmosphere is accented with beautiful brass and mahogany wood accents, linen table cloths, large windows overlooking the panoramic view of lively Rush Street, soft lighting and exceptional service.

Voted “Best Outdoor Dining” by Chicago Scene Magazine, Tavern’s outdoor patio cafe is “the” place to see and be seen when you are looking for al fresco dining in downtown Chicago. The 114-seat seasonal patio is perfect for catching a few rays on a sunny afternoon over lunch hour or for dining with friends on a beautiful summer evening.
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173 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(173 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 173 reviews
5 stars
(68)
4 stars
(85)
3 stars
(15)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(2)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(66)
  • neighborhood gem(62)
  • vibrant bar scene(61)
  • hot spot(55)
  • good for groups(49)
  • great for outdoor dining(49)
Tavern on Rush Reviews List
Review 1 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great atmosphere.

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/21/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Outdoor seating was great, but better yet, the food was good as well."
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As always great at tavern

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/14/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Once again a fantastic meal and superb service provided my Ashley. Always great to see Tito, Benny and Ronny. The walleye was amazing!!"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 3 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always great food and service a little disappointed as I made reservations two weeks in advance and if we wanted to sit outside we would had to go on a waiting list for a table. Overall it is a great place."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect dining, wife, hubby & son

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Subtly elegant ambiance, superb dining and service makes this restaurant, number one on my dining list. The flavors are complex without being overpowering. The temperatures and presentation are perfect. This is a place to go when you want to be impressed and you do not want to disappoint. Kudos to the Chef and Staff."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 5 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I went here with my parents to celebrate Mother's Day. The food was great and the atmosphere was perfect for the occasion. The prices were a little steep ($5 for a single pancake), but good for a special occasion."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch
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Review 6 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing Gold Coast Gem

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was the best dining experience in recent memory. We (party of 5) had a Mother's Day reservation and I'm always a bit worried about dining out on a commercial holiday but this was an amazing experience. The service was the best we have experienced in a long time. We dine out about once a week so I tend to know the difference between fair and impeccable service. As far as the food goes, there is literally something for everyone, picky eaters and foodies alike. LOVE, love, LOVE Tavern on Rush! You can't go wrong!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 7 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food and service were very good, had a great dining experience"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 8 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great People Watching Scene

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/07/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is a great spot in River North for food and fun with friends. There is a wide variety on the menu. We love the option of still and sparkling water (free of charge) at the table..."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great location, love the view

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Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We recently dined there to celebrate our wedding anniversary and also our daughter ending her college semester in Chicago. We wanted a special night and received just that. Our waiter was very attentive and good, the food was also very good, including martinis. The best part was sitting next to the open balcony, we like indoors but since it was a beautiful night it was the best of both worlds. Can't wait to go back when I visit Chicago."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Bad service

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We sat outside and was greeted right away with out server. Than placed a drink order and never got the drinks and our good was brought out. Never got noticed by the server again. We saw the server going to every other table talking but never came to us. We still had to sit for 10 minutes for our check and than took awhile got her to get the check to. The good was great but we both work in the industry and we very unhappy with the service."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 11 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Food was pretty good but we

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was pretty good but we had an extremely rude waitress so that kind of took away from the experience."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: late-night find, notable wine list
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Review 12 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Nice location with a great

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Nice location with a great atmosphere. Too bad that my chicken dish was completely without merit. In fact so bad that it had to be taken away under the cloak of a napkin. Wait staff was very gracious about the whole thing and in fact made the whole experience bearable."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 13 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best burger I've ever had!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Best burger I've ever had! The view was unbelievable too!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 14 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

All around great dinner

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food, reliable, nice but not pretentious. Bar was packed for after dinner drinks."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food...excellent friendly

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food...excellent friendly service. However I did order a sweet potato and never received it. I did not miss it. Would return."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 16 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Tavern on Rush was one of

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Tavern on Rush was one of my favorite restaurants when visiting Chicago. On this particular visit the service was excellent as always but the food wasn't as good as I had wanted. I ordered the special (big mistake) which was a filet with a stuffed flounder. The filet was excellent but the stuffed flounder left much too be desired. I will return as I enjoy the steaks and of course the vibrant bar scene."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Mike, who took care of us,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Mike, who took care of us, really did a great job. It was my first visit, but sure it won't be my last. Food was very good, and great variety. Nice option for bringing out of town people, or just a good meal with great service anytime."
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Review 18 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

went there for their 15 year

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"went there for their 15 year anniversary and our bill was double what we thought it should be - a very misleading promotion"
Dined on 04/15/2013
 2009
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Review 19 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

good lunch place. I had their

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"good lunch place. I had their specialty pizza, and it was spicy, but just right. also, turkey avocado club, which was alittle dry. Their beer selections were great, and the pineapple infused vodka was superb."
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I go to tavern quite a bit.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I go to tavern quite a bit. Usually just because its easy. i dont think the food is particulary special, i think its standard.
The service is actually very very bad. Downstairs int he bar the girls have no idea what they are doing, and upstairs in the dining room they interupt the tables every 5 minutes to check on you - this may seem attentive but is just plain annoying, the group cannot have a conversation without being interupted!
Of course, then when the check has been delivered you cant get them to venture near the table at all.
I will go back, but not becuase of anything outstanding, just because its easy and conveinient to my house."
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Foods were excellent, ribeye

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Foods were excellent, ribeye steak, tuna avocado tartre, spinach salad, and wine.. My friends from out of town absolutely enjoyed the dinner at the Tavern on Rush.!"
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 22 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Feels like an upscale chain

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Feels like an upscale chain restaurant. Food was delicious but just the feeling was not what I anticipated. Not a fan of this style of restaurant."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 23 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Luv, luv, luv Tavern on Rush,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Luv, luv, luv Tavern on Rush, always polite and great service. We go all the time, for lunch and dinner. Food is always excellent!!!!!"
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 24 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Easter brunch

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Terrific place!
I've been here a few times and have never been disappointed. Our table had the crab cake salad, egg club, turkey burger and jambalaya. No complaints from anyone. Quick attentive service and great atmosphere. Even met an acting celeb while we were there.
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Dined on 03/31/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

sat at the bar with Christy

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"sat at the bar with Christy for lunch. Excellent service! Thank you. Always great to see Tino, Benny and running into friends"
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 26 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

lovely place and great food.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"lovely place and great food. Our waiter was fantastic only criticism and it is a small one was the front of house staff left us waiting around for our table for a while and we weren't really sure where to go. As soon as we met our waiter and ate our food though all was forgotten."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Tavern on Rush never disappoints.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Tavern on Rush never disappoints. Great service and Excellent food. Love the atomsphere. One of our favorite places to dine in the city."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 28 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service was greatWas very

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Service was greatWas very disappointed in the Dover Sole"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 29 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love Tavern on Rush, we go

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Love Tavern on Rush, we go there as often as we can. The food is to die for, the wine is amazing, and you have a great view of the plaza right across the street.
The thing you have to be wary of, this is not for the budget conscious. For three of us (with two people splitting a meal) the cost was almost $150. We knew that going in, and were fine with it. But the $30 price tag that Open Table puts on the restaurant is a little misleading. I would count on spending around $50 per person, if not more."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 30 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

disappointment with hostess

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food was great, service was great, my only disappointment was the hostess and maitre D, we had a 8p reservation, and did not get seated until 8:40p, it would have been nice if they offered to get us a drink or appetizer, for having such a wait at such a late hour.
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Dined on 03/20/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 31 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
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Review 32 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Everything about Tavern on Rush is of excellent quality - except their host, who has been there forever.
He is fairly rude, obviously hates his job and smells of cigarettes.
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Special Features: vibrant bar scene, scenic view, neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
Special Features: romantic, scenic view, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 34 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Overall very good. However, I confirmed three times that it was my husbands 40th birthday and was told we would get a special dessert. This did not happen and the waiter was not very friendly. Still, a good meal and fun atmosphere."
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 35 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food. Long wait.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We really enjoyed the food and ambiance of Taven on Rush. Our server was awesome and made the experience more enjoyable. The only complaint we have (and we nearly left the restaurant) was that we waited 45 min to be seated for our reservation. I know the hostess overheard our debate about leaving and then pushed the manager to seat us. We ended up with a great table overlooking the streetscape. However I am not sure that we would wait that long for a reservation again. But again the food and server made up for the wait"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, scenic view
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Review 36 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dinner was excellent. We

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Dinner was excellent. We stayed a little longer than I anticipated, however the server never rushed us to hurry and leave. The food was excellent and the atmosphere was perfect for the occassion."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 37 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Saturday afternoon lunch

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Went here Saturday afternoon and they were packed but not so much we had to wait or anything! Had a last minute reservation and went right to our table! Our waitress seemed a bit distracted and was a little slow, but we weren't in a huge hurry so it was OK. I had the BLT and it was perfect! The fries are great too. I went with my boyfriend and his parents which was a GREAT place for this kind of lunch ;)
Everyone loved their food and the price wasn't too bad for Gold Coast dining! Will definitely return!
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Dined on 03/09/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 38 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

4th time dinning with Tavern

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"4th time dinning with Tavern on Rush. Great everytime.
thanks,
ML"
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 39 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Better service next time!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The appetizers and entrees were great, but our waiter wasn't good. Didn't get his name but he was a taller guy with a foreign accent. Our food order was placed no more than five minutes after the other group we were with sitting at an adjacent table. The other group was finished eating their entrees before we even received ours and he never came to aoologize or update us on any issues that might have slowed the preparation of our order. I'm sorry I didn't get his name so I could have told management but since it was a company dinner, I let it go."
Dined on 02/28/2013
 2013
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Review 40 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

good setting, were able to

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"good setting, were able to take us in almost an hour earlier than our reservation time; waitress recommendations were excellent; great time"
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, scenic view
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Review 41 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Pleasantly Surprised

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We come to Chicago for a week every February for a conference/meetings. We are always looking for restaurants to try, and this year it was Tavern. We saved it for our last dinner and were pleasantly surprised! The food was the best we had all week, and we dined at some of the top restaurants in Chicago. The service was amazing, and the view over Rush St. was nice. Tavern will be on our list for next year for sure!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 42 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our waiter was fantastic.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Our waiter was fantastic. With it being our first time at Tavern on Rush, he gave us great recommendation from appitizers, to wine, to our main course. What a great overall experience!!!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, scenic view
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Review 43 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Early evening at Tavern on Rush

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Tavern on Rush has been around a long time, but we never ate their until now. The service was great and the food was excellent! We were promptly seated at table by window as requested to watch the Rush Street activities. I started with the tomato soup and my wife with the French Onion, both were outstanding. My wife had the special which was Chilean Sea Bass which she thoroughly enjoyed and I had the Kobe Burger which was made to perfection. Portions were good so we could not eat dessert. Now that we know the quality of Tavern on Rush, we would definately dine here again."
Dined on 02/21/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 44 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As usual, we had an excellent

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"As usual, we had an excellent experience. The filet was done to perfection."
Dined on 02/21/2013
 2010
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Review 45 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Outstanding place for a steak

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Outstanding place for a steak in Chicago. Servers are very attentive and knowledgable about the menu."
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My wife took me to Tavern

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My wife took me to Tavern and Rush to celebrate my birthday and we had an excellent experience. I had the porterhouse and she had the surf and turf special (filet with lobster risotto). The meal was cooked perfectly and it tasted wonderful. The service was outstanding. We look forward to going back!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 47 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I had a terrific experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I had a terrific experience at the Tavern on Rush and will undoubtedly recommend it to others. Thank you for providing great service, amazing food, and contributing to a memorable evening."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 48 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

good place for a special Occasion

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"good place for a special Occasion"
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 49 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I came here on Valentine's

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I came here on Valentine's Day. The service I received by the waiter was terrible. He has poor listening skills. I asked for a glass of wine and he brought is back in a flute (champagne glass), which means I got less wine than I would've in an actual wine glass. When ordering my food, I asked for a twice baked potato, not only did he forget that I ordered a bake potato but when it was finally brought to me, it was a regular baked potato. This made me mad because his reaction was I thought this is what you wanted. It's not about what you thought, it's about what you heard and if you didn't hear me correctly just ask for me to repeat myself. The waiter then proceeded to fill up my dates glass of water but refused to refill mine. Just terrible"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: late-night find, scenic view
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Review 50 for Tavern on Rush
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Just the date I wanted to

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Just the date I wanted to have with my boyfriend for valentines day. Best steak I've had in a while"
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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