There are a few cities in America that just get steak, and Chicago is absolutely at the top of that list. Whether you're celebrating a big win, planning a special date night, or simply need an excuse to splurge on a perfectly seared ribeye, these spots deliver. Based on tons of real customer reviews (and my sudden decision to kick off a personal Chicagoland Steakhouse Tour), here's where you need to go.

Classic Icons You Have to Try

Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse

1028 N Rush St

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Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse via Facebook
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An absolute institution. Gibsons is where tradition and epic-sized steaks meet an electric, old-school vibe.

Gene & Georgetti

500 N Franklin St

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Gene & Georgetti Chicago via Facebook
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Chicago's oldest steakhouse has served classic Italian and steakhouse favorites since 1941. Cozy, charming, and dripping with history

Chicago Cut Steakhouse

300 N La Salle Dr

CHICAGO CUT STEAKHOUSE via Facebook
CHICAGO CUT STEAKHOUSE via Facebook
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Sleek riverfront views, celebrity sightings, and massive steaks.

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Modern Marvels for Your Inner Foodie

Maple & Ash

8 W Maple St

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Maple & Ash (Chicago) via Facebook
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Flamboyant! Not afraid to throw a little party with your steak. Splurge-worthy night out.

RPM Steak

66 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654

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RPM Steak via Facebook
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Polished and stylish, with incredible cuts and a jaw-dropping wine list. Date night perfection.

Swift & Sons

1000 W Fulton Market

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Swift & Sons via Facebook
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A vintage-inspired setting paired with modern steakhouse magic. Word is the bread basket alone is worth the drive.

Prime & Provisions

222 N LaSalle St

All-natural steaks in a glamorous, 1920s-style setting. It's also right near the riverwalk.

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Hidden Gems and Fresh Takes

Bavette's Bar & Boeuf

218 W Kinzie St

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Bavette's Bar & Boeuf via Facebook
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Dim lighting, rich French vibes

Butcher and the Bear

911 W Randolph St

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Butcher and The Bear via Facebook
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This newcomer is shaking things up with inventive dishes, without losing that prime beef focus.

Penumbra Wine Bar

2607 W Chicago Ave

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Penumbra Wine Bar via Facebook
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More intimate, with a big focus on wine pairings. If you want something romantic but low-key, this is your place.


 

Before you jump in the car and start your own steakhouse adventure, just know: these picks from The Takeout are based on real customer reviews, not just one person's opinion. (You can check out the full methodology here.

Who's ready to call shotgun for the ultimate Chicago steak tour?

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