Maple & Ash
Cuisine: Steakhouse
Price Range: $$$$
10Best Says
A steakhouse with plenty of buzz, this stylish restaurant serves dry-aged steaks prepared over a wood fire and served with "arm candy" like roasted bone marrow or blue paradise cheese. The seafood is... Read More
A steakhouse with plenty of buzz, this stylish restaurant serves dry-aged steaks prepared over a wood fire and served with "arm candy" like roasted bone marrow or blue paradise cheese. The seafood is equally outstanding, some of which is served in roasted towers and finished with garlic butter and chili oil. A 5,000 bottle wine program complements every dish. You'll need to make advance reservations - this place is in a trendy neighbhood and fills up fast. If you're stuck waiting for a table, enjoy a pre- or post-dinner drink at the adjacent Eight Bar and Patio, which sells fun drinks. If you can't decide, they'll give you a Magic 8 ball with the drink listings that will pop up.
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Jacky Runice
Chicago Local Expert
- Steakhouses: "Undecided and monied? Order the popular $145 menu item, "I Don't Give a F*@K", and let the chef decide."
- Romantic Dining: "Lots of patrons don sport coats, dresses and heels but others are welcome in casual duds, too."
- Best for Steakhouses Because: Maple & Ash is a lighthearted addition to Chicago's steakhouse scene.
- Best for Romantic Dining Because: Although not as quiet as many of the others listed, Maple & Ash is a celebratory dining experience in definitely sexy environs.
