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Frontier Ettakit - Websize - Frontier, Chicago, IL

Frontier

4.5
4.5
552 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
Frontier's Executive Chef Brian Jupiter has created mouthwatering dishes celebrating American contemporary cuisine, blending game and other seasonal ingredients into classic and approachable fare.
The seasonal dinner menu includes small plates, vegetables, sandwiches and entrees designed to share. Frontier’s menu also features 8-10 varieties of oysters to order a la carte with dinner, or to enjoy with a bottle of beer at the bar. Over the weekend, patrons may indulge in brunch offerings including a wide selection of Frontier signature dishes alongside traditional brunch items.

Complimenting Frontier's savory menu items are unique wines by the glass & bottle, specialty craft cocktails including creative punches and frozen cocktails along with an array of draft, canned and bottled beer.

Frontier is closed Monday & Tuesday but will open for private events along with Sunday evenings & weekday afternoons. Email jen@pioneertaverngroup.com to inquire today!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 772-4322
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Brian Jupiter
  • Catering
    Frontier's signature whole animal service is a one-of-a-kind catering option. Offerings include whole smoked pig, lamb, goat, wild boar & alligator (and many more!) served with four vegetarian side dishes. Contact Frontier's catering director to bring the Frontier experience to your office, home or off-site event: jalynn@pioneertaverngroup.com
  • Private party facilities
    For whole animal experience contact jalynn@pioneertaverngroup.comHost your party in the event spaces at Frontier, or reserve the entire venue for a full buy-out with 350 guests. Frontier’s interior draws inspiration from the American pioneers with a rustic aesthetic.
  • Private party contact
    Ja'Lynn: (773) 772-4322
  • Area
    West Town
  • Cross Street
    1/2 way between Augusta & Division on Milwaukee
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking on Milwaukee & Augusta Aves.
  • Public transit
    The closest public transit/"el' train stop to Frontier is the "Division" Blue Line. The #56 "Milwaukee" CTA bus has the nearest stops to Frontier.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve Four Course Dinner

    US$99.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    THIS IS THE ONLY MENU OFFERED ON NEW YEAR'S EVE. NO SUBSTITUTIONS OR MODIFICATIONS N/A COCKTAILS OR WINE AVAILABLE 4 Courses & 4 Cocktails for $99 per person 1st Course Sweet Potato Soup, poached shrimp, lamb bacon or Smoked Beet Salad, garlic tahini, feta, arugula, pistachio, hibiscus syrup Cocktail- Oaxacan Blackberry Smash 2nd Course Crispy Lamb Rib Johnny cakes, pepper jelly or Crab Cake, curry, avocado, puffed black rice Cocktail-Flor De Jamaica 3rd Course Crab Crusted Branzino red pepper buerre blanc or Smoked Goat Loin, jerked potatoes, pickled cabbage, blackberry demi-glace Cocktail-Sorel Sling Dessert Dark Chocolate Creme Brulee, pecan praline, whipped egg nog Cocktail- Skrewball Peanut Butter Espresso Martini

What 552 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Frontier offers a dynamic dining experience with a rustic, barn-like ambiance. Guests rave about the "amazing food," particularly the wagyu ribs and charbroiled oysters. The creative drinks and friendly service ensure a memorable visit. Events like the Chef's Smoke Session receive high praise for their "immaculate vibe" and culinary excellence.

552 Reviews
  1. David

    VIP

    Chicago

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent quality BBQ. Lamb ribs were very good and I’d order again. Burnt end Mac & cheese is a must every time I go to Frontier. Our server was very knowledgeable and friendly. Really good experience overall.

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  2. Niekera

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    It was ok not what I expected could have been better
    FrontierResponded 7 days ago
    Hello, so sorry we failed to meet expectations. Can you please share some details of your experience so we can use them to improve? Thanks

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  3. Jasmine

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful experience! Oysters were a bit overly charred this time around but won’t hold it against them. Drinks were great! Branzino was amazing! Loved the brussel sprouts!

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  4. Dealia

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The hostess greeted us and accommodated our request to change our seating on a holiday Friday evening. The restaurant's enclosed patio area was beautifully decorated and cozy, which was great for photos. The food however, was average. We started with the chargrilled oysters which had the saltiest brine/ buttery sauce and the oyster meat was so small, it was almost invisible. Our server we great, she removed it from our bill and we decided to go ahead and pick a variety of items from the menu. We order a fried chicken thigh and fries for our toddler, 5 cheese mac and cheese, Brussel sprouts, smoke lanb ribs and crab stuffed seabass. Once again, the lamb ribs were overly salty for taste. One bite was all I took before returning it for something else. We were told the restaurant cures all of their meat in the same seasoning as we steered clear from any other red meat. The safest choice was the crab cake appetizer, which was not too bad but nothing to rave about. The bread pudding was sweet, so oof course it was tasty. Overall, we dine out at restaurants frequently and I have never experienced salty food like I did at Frontier. I expect that kind of flavor from fast food restaurants. Safe to say, we probably wouldn't return because the foom we did like, we're just average items that we can buy anywhere (the seabass was good though). I'd say, try the red meats and oysters at your own risk.

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  5. Angela

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional experience. We LOVED the food, ambiance, and service so much. I'm definitely keeping this as a spot to return to when visiting Chicago. ❤️

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  6. Joanne

    VIP

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visited during a Saints game. What fun! They have a live band during the games that plays New Orleans jazz. Food and drinks were great. Holiday decor in the enclosed beer garden is adorable. Would definitely recommend.

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  7. Funmi

    VIP

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall experience was good, had the Paloma, which was decent, also tried the duck smash burger which was decent as well. Overall my group enjoyed their food and drinks. I’m not sure if our server was overwhelmed, she seemed annoyed at several points when we would ask her for things.

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  8. Mark

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Ribs were very salty. Mentioned that fact to waiter, Quinton. Replied it would be mentioned. Didn't eat more. No response. Oysters were salty and invisible. Grains of salt were the largest solid object in dish. Automatic tip for party of 5?

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you want a Great vibe to watch a Saints game this is the place to be!

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  10. Vee

    Atlanta Metro

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Had Saturday brunch with the family celebrating my mom’s birthday. The food and cocktails and were excellent! The music was great the whole time we were there, we really enjoyed ourselves.

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FAQs

Frontier offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Frontier also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 772-4322.

Frontier is rated 4.5 stars by 552 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Frontier

1072 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60642

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    1/2 way between Augusta & Division on Milwaukee
  • Area
    West Town
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking on Milwaukee & Augusta Aves.
  • Public transit
    The closest public transit/"el' train stop to Frontier is the "Division" Blue Line. The #56 "Milwaukee" CTA bus has the nearest stops to Frontier.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Brian Jupiter
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (773) 772-4322
  • Catering
    Frontier's signature whole animal service is a one-of-a-kind catering option. Offerings include whole smoked pig, lamb, goat, wild boar & alligator (and many more!) served with four vegetarian side dishes. Contact Frontier's catering director to bring the Frontier experience to your office, home or off-site event: jalynn@pioneertaverngroup.com
  • Private party facilities
    For whole animal experience contact jalynn@pioneertaverngroup.comHost your party in the event spaces at Frontier, or reserve the entire venue for a full buy-out with 350 guests. Frontier’s interior draws inspiration from the American pioneers with a rustic aesthetic.
  • Private party contact
    Ja'Lynn: (773) 772-4322
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