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South Branch, Chicago, IL
South Branch, Chicago, IL
South Branch, Chicago, IL
South Branch, Chicago, IL
South Branch, Chicago, IL

South Branch

4.7
4.7
1255 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
20:00
Booked 60 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
One of the best restaurants in Chicago’s Loop in the heart of downtown. Enjoy full views of the Chicago River, nestled among the city’s skyline.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Sports Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Fri 11:00–20:00 Wed, Thu 11:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    https://www.ezcater.com/catering/pvt/south-branch-chicago
  • Private party facilities
    Our restaurant offers beautiful indoor and outdoor event space, hosting groups of 15 to 300 people.Perfect for corporate events, happy hour, and celebrating with friends, our five star-rated events team will help every step of the way.https://www.southbranchchicago.com/private-parties/
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross Street
    W Monroe St & S Wacker Dr
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Wacker & Adams
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

What 1,255 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
South Branch offers a vibrant dining experience with "great food" and "excellent service." It's a favorite for "business lunches" and "after-work happy hours," featuring a "beautiful patio" overlooking the Chicago River. While known for its lively atmosphere, some find it "noisy." Highlights include attentive staff and delicious menu options.
1,255 Reviews
  1. Dom VIP

    Chicago33 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    This is really a place to grab a burger and a beer. My tuna tacos were tasteless and my husbands chicken was passable. Nothing unusual or super tasty here. Service was prompt but with an eye towards turning tables quickly so we felt rushed. While the room is nice overlooking the Chicago River the atmosphere is that of a pub. Loud and raucous. Pricing was on the high side for the fare and drinks IMO

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  2. Tiffany VIP

    Chicago74 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I ordered the NOLA salad and it was great as always. The blackened salmon was cooked real good and the devil eggs are a great addition. My guest ordered the chopped salad and enjoyed it. I will definitely be back again.

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  3. Tiffany VIP

    Chicago74 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 13 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food. Had to ask the waitress for a bag and bigger container. She should have known that I needed those things.

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  4. Tiffany VIP

    Chicago74 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 12 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good lunch last week and will definitely be back.

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  5. Morgan VIP

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice place to grab a drink after work with friends. You can expect a white collar crowd, slightly expensive drinks, and delicious buffalo chicken egg rolls.

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  6. Susan VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I always have a very good experience at this South branch!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This experience was awesome. The customer service was great. My waitress, her name was Amberly, and she was very attentive and kind, her customer service skills are impeccable and made the experience even more pleasant. I can't wait to come back.

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  8. Karen VIP

    Chicago16 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    This restaurant was recommended for Pre-Theater dinner. Our server was wonderful and the food was great and out in time for us to get to the pre-lecture at the Joffrey. BUT THE NOISE level was nerve racking. We couldn't hear each other and so discussion was impossible without repeating your self continually. This will be on our list to NOT eat at if you are having a date night of dinner and ballet/opera. Sorry if I work at CME I would have probably loved all the chatter.

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  9. Jerilynn

    Chicago5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Excellent food, but the restaurant is extremely noisy.

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  10. SHAUN

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    South Branch always takes care of myself and my company on all of our lunch and dinner reservations.
    South BranchResponded on 27 February 2025
    Shaun, thanks for choosing to dine with us! We're happy to hear your company enjoys their South Branch experiences. Cheers!

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FAQs

South Branch offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 546-6177.

South Branch is rated 4.7 stars by 1255 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
20:00
Booked 60 times today
Google Map for South Branch

100 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    W Monroe St & S Wacker Dr
  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Fri 11:00–20:00 Wed, Thu 11:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Sports Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Wacker & Adams
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    https://www.ezcater.com/catering/pvt/south-branch-chicago
  • Private party facilities
    Our restaurant offers beautiful indoor and outdoor event space, hosting groups of 15 to 300 people.Perfect for corporate events, happy hour, and celebrating with friends, our five star-rated events team will help every step of the way.https://www.southbranchchicago.com/private-parties/
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