El Che Steakhouse & Bar

4.7

2092 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 46 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
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Located just beyond the West Loop’s famed “restaurant row,” El Che Steakhouse & Bar is Chicago's go-to destination for steak, seafood, and live-fire cooking. The restaurant is modeled after Executive Chef/Partner John Manion’s fascination with Argentinean asados: traditional backyard barbecues surrounding the flame. A 12-foot custom-built grill serves as the centerpiece for this downtown asado which embraces South American-tinged meats, seasonal vegetables, fresh seafood, and of course, steak. The hearth also serves as the heart of the restaurant’s experiences such as dining at the Hearth Table.

Join us for happy hour at our cocktail bar, featuring signature cocktails and fiery bar bites or indulge in a glass of wine from the country’s only South American wine list. No matter what you choose, El Che brings the heat seven nights a week.

For large groups, private events, birthdays, or celebrations, email us info@elchechicago.com.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Argentinean, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00 Happy Hour Daily 17:00–18:00
Phone number
(872) 320-4912
Website
http://elchechicago.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
John Manion
Private party facilities
Semi-private dining room that seats up to 25 guests. Buyouts and large party reservations available. Please contact us at jboyer@elchebarchicago.com if interested.

Location
845 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607
Area
West Loop
Cross Street
Between Green and Peoria
Parking details
There is a parking lot located directly across from the restaurant with limited availability. Street parking available, as well as valet services at Soho House around the corner on Green Street.
Public transit
CTA Green & Pink Lines -- Morgan CTA Blue Line -- Grand
Additional
Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

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El Che Steakhouse & Bar delivers an authentic Argentinian dining experience with "the best steak in the states" and a lively atmosphere. Guests rave about the "perfectly cooked" steaks, Italian beef empanadas, and creative seafood dishes. The attentive service and unique open flame grill add to its "spectacular" appeal, making it a go-to for special occasions.

2,092 Reviews

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Marshall
VIP
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and excellent service. Marco G was a fantastic server!
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Hannah
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for a Christmas celebration. Seated right away, service was great and all meals cooked perfectly! Got the filet and it was great! The best part is the beef fat old fashioned, it was incredible!
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Gordana
VIP
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was absolutely delicious and interesting but more than that the service was exceptional! We’ll definitely be back!
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Anna
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was perfect & even better than I imagined! The staff is so kind! The food was fantastic.
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Andrew
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great fancy dinner with family. Drinks, Food, Sauces all top tier!
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Eloy
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sides were great very tasty . Ambiance was good . Marco our server was outstanding great service . Wine was fenomenal .Steak was not up to par very mediocre.
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Ellie
VIP
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was absolutely incredible - very attentive and friendly staff. Food was amazing
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david
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was outstanding! Appetizer was wonderful! Drinks were well crafted! The NY Strip I had, along with my friends, was lacking flavor. It was prepared as ordered, but when you pay $76 for a steak, you want every bite to be perfect. It wasn’t bad, but I can get that same steak at home for 1/3 of the price. Slightly disappointed ….
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Keirsten
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely amazing!! The only female waitress in the building rocks!
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Eduardo
Fort Lauderdale
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Food and Service. We will be back. Amazing Experience and delicious..
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El Che Steakhouse & Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 2092 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 46 times today

845 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607

Additional information

Cross Street
Between Green and Peoria
Area
West Loop
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00 Happy Hour Daily 17:00–18:00
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Argentinean, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
There is a parking lot located directly across from the restaurant with limited availability. Street parking available, as well as valet services at Soho House around the corner on Green Street.
Public transit
CTA Green & Pink Lines -- Morgan CTA Blue Line -- Grand
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
John Manion
Additional
Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://elchechicago.com/
Phone number
(872) 320-4912
Private party facilities
Semi-private dining room that seats up to 25 guests. Buyouts and large party reservations available. Please contact us at jboyer@elchebarchicago.com if interested.

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Empanadas

Chorizo

Oysters

Classicos

Empanadas

Grilled Seafood

Oysters

Mar de Plata

Grilled Shellfish Parrillada

Meats

Chorizo

Sweetbreads

Marrow Bone

Tira de Asado

Charred Quail

Steaks

48oz Porterhouse RR Ranch Washington StateUS$255.00

Creekstone Farms

8oz Filet & Dada SauceUS$61.00

8oz Filet & 'Surf & Turf'US$90.00

14oz Prime Center Cut Ribeye US$69.00

32oz Prime Dry Aged Bone-In RibeyeUS$145.00

Sides

Beef Fat Fries

Papas Bravas

Japanese Sweet Potatoes

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