Erie Cafe

4.8

167 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

18 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 26 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for business meals
Good for special occasions

Erie Cafe is a premier destination of River North for steaks, chops, and homestyle Italian favorites since 1994. The 1940s club-like atmosphere, elegant bar, and lush outdoor dining is the gem of the neighborhood. Erie Cafe serves the finest aged steaks butchered daily from whole primal cuts, homemade ravioli, specials, and desserts daily for both lunch and dinner. This Chicago Classic is 3rd generation family-owned and operated.

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Italian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 266-2300
Website
https://www.eriecafe.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Entertain family, friends or business associates in our private banquet room, which can accommodate groups of 20, up to 200 people. Custom menu selections can be created to suit any occasion. The banquet room features a fully complimented bar, wood dance floor, and wood-burning fireplace.

Location
536 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654
Area
River North (Chicago)
Cross Street
Erie & Larrabee in River North
Parking details
Valet

What 167 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

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Erie Cafe in Chicago delights with "outstanding" food and service, making it a classic choice for special occasions or casual dining. Enjoy generous portions and a "beautiful" patio by the river. Highlights include grilled calamari, steaks, and a lively atmosphere. Perfect for dates, celebrations, or a relaxing meal.

167 Reviews

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Kim
Atlanta Metro
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
This place was highly rated, however we were disappointed. Service was brisk . There was no personality of wait staff. They were like robots. Salad dressing was boring and non descript. Steak was good but I have had better at a chain restaurant in Atlanta. Very loud inside for such few people on a Sunday night. Would not come back nor would I recommend especially since prices did not reflect an overall top notch experience.
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Terri
VIP
New Mexico
48 reviews
5.0
48 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistent and fabulous as usual. Portion sizes are immense so sharing is recommended at times, old world Italian. The grilled calamari is our absolute favorite appetizer. The filet can be cut with a Fork. we stop here every time we’re in town.
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Sarah
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, reasonable prices and a nice place for a business meal
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Ryder
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service! I love it here. Must go!
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Lawrence
VIP
Chicago
81 reviews
5.0
81 reviews
Dined on 26 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional service, high quality food and great Verity, something for everyone. Plus, free valet parking
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Tyson
St. Louis
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. It is a classic Chicago establishment. 10 out of 10 would recommend.
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Joe
Chicago
71 reviews
5.0
71 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Erie Cafe is a great place for a date, holiday celebrations, good time with friends or just an excellent meal. We go there quite a bit and are never disappointed.
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bill
VIP
Cincinnati
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We waited forever to be sat, even with a reservation. No one approached us at the hostess podium. We had to wait for a large dinner party to leave before they could set up a table. I’ve had the veal parm here for years but this time it was undercooked. The grilled octopus remains their best appetizer. It alone is worth a visit.
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John
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great time with a group of friends. Great ambience, service, and massive portion sizes!
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Bettina
VIP
Chicago
55 reviews
5.0
55 reviews
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great lunch spot with great friends. Good food, good service.
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Erie Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 167 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

18 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 26 times today

536 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

Cross Street
Erie & Larrabee in River North
Area
River North (Chicago)
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Italian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet

Website
https://www.eriecafe.com/
Phone number
(312) 266-2300
Private party facilities
Entertain family, friends or business associates in our private banquet room, which can accommodate groups of 20, up to 200 people. Custom menu selections can be created to suit any occasion. The banquet room features a fully complimented bar, wood dance floor, and wood-burning fireplace.

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