Chemistry

4.4

1608 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

7 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 137 times today

Good for special occasions
Lively
Great for creative cocktails

Chicago's premier black-owned steakhouse. Located in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood! Enjoy the finest steak while experiencing excellent white glove service. Chemistry exemplifies black excellence at its finest.

**Please Note** We are not open for dinner service on Friday night.

ALL RESERVATIONS ARE 90 MINUTES WITH A 15 MINUTE GRACE PERIOD

Large Parties over 12: Are unable to make an online reservation.
Please Email your request to reservations@chemistrychicago.com

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 6:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 7:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–1:30 pm
Phone number
(773) 891-2106
Website
https://www.chemistrychicago.com/
Payment Options
Cash not accepted
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Please Email your request to reservations@chemistrychicago.com

Location
5121 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
Area
Hyde Park
Parking details
Private Lot

Popular dishes

Honey Garlic Salmon StripsUS$22.00
Battered, tossed with spicy housemade garlic dressing
Wagyu SlidersUS$19.00
Caramel glazed onions, house dressing, buttered bun
Chemistry Glazed Wings (6)US$18.00
Tossed with liquored house dressing
Truffle Alfredo FriesUS$18.00
Alfredo sauce, grated parmesan, truffle oil

The Dating Phase

Pasta, Soups, Salads

Truffle Malfadine AlfredoUS$35.00
Roasted cherry tomatoes, spinach, mushroom
Caesar SaladUS$12.00
Shaved parmesan, croutons, Caesar dressing
Pasta alla VodkaUS$25.00
Penne pasta, top-shelf vodka, shaved parmesan, mushrooms, roasted cherry tomatoes, spinach
Soup of the DayUS$12.00

The Engagement

Seafood & Poultry. The enhancement (complimentary): garlic & herb butter, smoked sea salt, jerk sauce, steak sauce, truffle butter +$5, truffle oil (vegan) +$5, dairy-free primavera sauce (vegan) +$5

Airline ChickenUS$38.00
Garlic & herb cream sauce, garlic mash
Grilled Faroe Island SalmonUS$42.00
8 oz, blackened, charred lemon, garlic mash
Miso Glazed Chilean Sea BassUS$54.00
Miso glazed, fried rice, steamed veggies
Faroe Island Mango Jerk SalmonUS$48.00
8 oz, mango salsa, charred lemon, garlic mash
Can't Believe It's Not Steak & PotatoesUS$48.00
Plant-based meat, garlic mash, grilled onions by chef fab. Gravy contains dairy

The Marriage

Steak & Lamb. The enhancement (complimentary): garlic & herb butter, smoked sea salt, jerk sauce, steak sauce, truffle butter +$5, truffle oil (vegan) +$5, dairy-free primavera sauce (vegan) +$5

Steak FritesUS$48.00
10 oz waygu bavette steak, chimichurri, ranch seasoned skinny fries
Filet Mignon*US$54.00
8 oz prime, charred lemon, fire-roasted garlic confit
The Cowboy*US$74.00
22 oz USDA prime, herb roasted carrots & onion
Lamb ChopsUS$54.00
Australian lamb marinated to perfection, demi-glaze, garlic mash
Dry-Aged NY StripUS$79.00
12 oz 45-day aged, rosemary, garlic butter, smoked sea salt
Wagyu TomahawkUS$184.00
32 oz, truffle potato al gratin

Meat the Family

Chemistry Big Boards

Nice to Meat YouUS$398.00
2 racks of lamb, 2 cowboy steaks*, 2 sides
Surf & TurfUS$310.00
Order of lamb, cowboy steak*, 2 mango jerk salmon, 2 faroe island salmon, 2 sides

Heart of Gold

Gold wrapped steaks

Filet MignonUS$285.00
Gold wrapped, 8 oz, charred lemon, fire-roasted, garlic confit
Wagyu TomahawkUS$480.00
Gold wrapped, 32 oz, truffle potato AU gratin

Extended Family

Sides

Smoked Gouda Mac & CheeseUS$14.00
Truffle Potato al GratinUS$14.00
AsparagusUS$14.00
Garlic Mashed PotatoesUS$14.00
Creamed CornUS$14.00
Crispy Brussel SproutsUS$14.00

The Honeymoon

Desserts

Butter CakeUS$20.00
Fried OreosUS$14.00
Ice CreamUS$8.00
Banana FosterUS$22.00

What 1,608 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chemistry offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing service" and "delicious food". Guests rave about the "live music" and "energetic atmosphere" that make it ideal for celebrations. While some mention challenges with noise and wait times, the overall ambiance and unique touches like conversation starter cards make Chemistry a memorable spot for special occasions.

1,608 Reviews

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Shawaun
Chicago
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We throughly enjoyed our meal and the atmosphere was very pleasant surprise! The lamb chops and fried chicken was a favorite for me!
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Ayanna
E. Tennessee
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I was visiting for the weekend & found chemistry . The place is nice but overly priced for sure. I got two entrres & two drinks & my food came out to Be $250 ( food was not fresh nor hot btw) . This is clearly a tourist place
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The chemist was cool and knowledgeable! The food was good, the light show was SUPER FUN!
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Iyesha
Memphis/West TN
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall the experience was good. We was giving the wrong bottle of wine but they did t fuss about it they quickly justified the situation. My only dislike is the music is too loud. Felt like I was yelling to my husband the whole night.
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Tameka
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience! Good vibes! We had a great time.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Started off bad , water dripping on us, to loud talk rite in front of band. I had asked and waited to be moved. Waitor had smart mouth, so then I knew the tip must be mandatory because he didn't care. Tricked into $10 water Food was good and expensive I probably won't be back. Didn't feel like it was welcoming
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Aijah
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was amazing down to the band and the food I highly recommend going I’ll be go back also the staff on point!
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Kolbi
Grand Rapids
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience! Conversation starter cards on the table were great for breaking the ice! Salmon was great. Lamb Chops were pretty fatty. Drinks were delicious! Live music was amazing. Very loud. Parking and valet nearby. Dress to impress.
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Monique
Detroit
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I was from out of State… made reservations that weren’t kept with a long wait and no accommodations. Very disappointed to have traveled and no follow up
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Chloe
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Chemistry was absolutely amazing! Aside from the logistic issues at the beginning of our reservation trying to get seated (we waited nearly an hour), the food was so great. They just need a stronger person handling the checkin and reservations. The tomahawk was soooo tender like velvet. Best one I’ve had in my life!
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Chemistry does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Chemistry is rated 4.4 stars by 1608 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

7 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 137 times today

Order delivery or takeout

5121 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Hyde Park
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 6:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 7:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–1:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
Cash not accepted

Website
https://www.chemistrychicago.com/
Phone number
(773) 891-2106
Private party facilities
Please Email your request to reservations@chemistrychicago.com

Chemistry

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Lamb Chops

Steak Frites

Filet Mignon

Love at First Bite

Honey Garlic Salmon StripsUS$22.00

Wagyu SlidersUS$19.00

Chemistry Glazed Wings (6)US$18.00

Truffle Alfredo FriesUS$18.00

The Dating Phase

Truffle Malfadine AlfredoUS$35.00

Caesar SaladUS$12.00

Pasta alla VodkaUS$25.00

Soup of the DayUS$12.00

The Engagement

Airline ChickenUS$38.00

Grilled Faroe Island SalmonUS$42.00

Miso Glazed Chilean Sea BassUS$54.00

Faroe Island Mango Jerk SalmonUS$48.00

Can't Believe It's Not Steak & PotatoesUS$48.00

The Marriage

Steak FritesUS$48.00

Filet Mignon*US$54.00

The Cowboy*US$74.00

Lamb ChopsUS$54.00

Dry-Aged NY StripUS$79.00

Wagyu TomahawkUS$184.00

Meat the Family

Nice to Meat YouUS$398.00

Surf & TurfUS$310.00

Heart of Gold

Filet MignonUS$285.00

Wagyu TomahawkUS$480.00

Extended Family

Smoked Gouda Mac & CheeseUS$14.00

Truffle Potato al GratinUS$14.00

AsparagusUS$14.00

Garlic Mashed PotatoesUS$14.00

Creamed CornUS$14.00

Crispy Brussel SproutsUS$14.00

The Honeymoon

Butter CakeUS$20.00

Fried OreosUS$14.00

Ice CreamUS$8.00

Banana FosterUS$22.00

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