Brass Tack

4.2

701 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Great for creative cocktails

For anyone seeking a truly unforgettable dining experience in Chicago, Brass Tack is a must-visit destination. Located on the 3rd floor of the famous Waldorf Astoria Chicago, this laid-back upscale restaurant seamlessly blends classic ambiance with a French American twist, creating a welcoming atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Our impressive menu features American Brasserie cuisine, highlighting the freshest and finest ingredients from regional farmers and purveyors.

Whether you’re looking for an intimate dinner for two, a night out with friends, or a special occasion celebration, Brass Tack is the perfect choice. With its warm and inviting atmosphere, exceptional cuisine, and impeccable service, this restaurant is a true gem in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast.

Breakfast 7 am-11 am
Weekday Lunch 11 am-2 pm
Lounge 2 pm- 5 pm
Dinner 5 pm-10 pm
Weekend Brunch 10 am-2 pm

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Wine Bar, Steak
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 646-1402
Website
https://brasstackchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Eric Damidot
Private party facilities
Experience the allure of Waldorf Astoria’s newly designed private dining areas inside Brass Tack, Bernard's, and Peacock Lounge, where vintage charm meets contemporary elegance.
Private party contact
Audra Sullivan: (312) 646-1318

Location
11 E. Walton, Chicago, IL 60611
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Cross street
E Walton between N State and N Rush
Parking details
$20 valet parking is available through the Waldorf Astoria for up to three hours with validation. Meter Parking is also available on Walton Street and around the neighborhood.
Public transit
The Chicago Red Line State Street Stop is a five minute walk (North on State St.) to the restaurant.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Everlasting Brunch With Bottomless Rosé
Jan 4, 2025 - Mar 30, 2025
Experience the Ultimate Weekend Brunch at Brass Tack! Join us every Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM for a brunch experience like no other. Sip on bottomless Rosé curated by our expert sommelier, perfectly complementing our indulgent dishes. Must-Try Dishes: Lobster Toast: Butter-poached lobster, truffle scramble, and hollandaise on ciabatta. Short Rib Chilaquiles: A flavorful twist on a classic favorite. B.T. Burger: Our renowned burger, perfect for a lunch twist. Caesar Salad: Refreshing and crisp. Elevate Your Sundays with our Gold + Brass live music brunch, adding a touch of luxury and live entertainment to your dining experience. Reserve your table now and make your weekend unforgettable at Brass Tack!
Celebrate Easter Brunch in Style at Brass Tack
Apr 20, 2025 only
Join us for an elegant Easter Brunch at Brass Tack, nestled inside the luxurious Waldorf Astoria Chicago. Indulge in a specially curated menu featuring seasonal flavors, festive delights, and a warm, inviting ambiance perfect for gathering with family and friends. Savor house-baked Easter breads, including Lemon-Poppy Seed Coffee Cake and Sticky Monkey Bread, before diving into our chef-crafted specials like Avocado Toast “Surf and Turf” with citrus-cured salmon, a Smoked Salmon Leek Frittata and the decadent Creamy Herbed Easter Ham and Pea Rotini Pasta topped with a perfect poached egg. Pair your meal with a hand-selected wine or craft cocktail, and celebrate the season in one of Chicago’s most refined dining destinations. ✨ Reservations are highly recommended. Secure your table now for a sophisticated Easter gathering at Brass Tack.

Offers

Walton Rush Express Lunch
Mar 13, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025
Mon - Fri - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The Walton Rush Express Lunch $29 Lunch Special | Monday to Friday includes soft drinks or brewed coffee choice of B.T. SMASH BURGER cheddar cheese, caramelized onion, bacon, special sauce, potato bun, fries or CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH thousand island dressing, cabbage slaw, potato bun, fries and dessert A WALDORF “PROFITEROLE” craquelin choux, vanilla ice cream, hot chocolate sauce

Popular dishes

La Fournette “Epi” Bread$13.00
honeycomb butter, smoked sea salt
Wagyu Little Cocktail Smokies$21.00
cola glaze, chives
Deviled Eggs$25.00
baeri kaviari caviar, pickled mustard seed, crispy caper
Shrimp Cocktail$24.00
jumbo shrimp, cocktail sauce, horseradish
Crab & Spinach Dip$25.00
maryland lump crab, smoked gouda, bechamel, old bay, local bread
Fresh Half-Shell Oysters
mignonette, lemon, tabasco
- 6$29.00
- 12$52.00
Potatoes & Caviar$38.00
crisp potato rösti, crème fraîche, caviar, chive, cured egg yolk

Soups & Salads

Caesar Salad$19.00
gem lettuce, garlic brioche crouton, parmesan, house-caesar dressing
Winter Greens$19.00
baby kale, baby spinach, radish, pickled beets, pear, sherry vinaigrette
Famous Waldorf Salad$21.00
bibb lettuce heard, crisp apples, celery, concord grapes, lemon mayonnaise, toasted walnuts
French Onion Soup Gratinée$15.00

Entrées

Ricotta Cheese Agnolotti Butternut Squash and Black Truffle$36.00
sweet caramelized butternut squash pave, parmesan white sauce, shaved truffle, pepitas
Roasted Blanc de Poulet Roti$35.00
roasted maitake mushroom, crispy potato, garlic confit jus
Loch Duart Scottish Salmon$36.00
carrot mousseline, wilted spinach, taggiasca olives, capers
Walnut Crusted Domestic Jumbo Lamb Chops$72.00
celery mousseline, chard broccolini, lamb jus
Crispy Striped Bass$46.00
pomme macaire, artichoke fricassee, fine herbs
Roasted Cauliflower Steak$24.00
white bean purée, chimichurri, toasted chickpeas
Braised Beef Short Rib$46.00
potato purée, cabernet demi, leeks

Signatures

Creekstone Farm NY Strip Filet$63.00
8 oz new york strip filet, potato pave, garlic spinach, sauce bordelaise
Blue Crab Risotto$48.00
parmesan, asparagus, preserved lemon
Australian Wagyu Striploin 10oz$75.00
potato pave, garlic spinach, sauce bordelaise

Sides

Buttery Mashed Potatoes$10.00
Charred Broccolini, Chimichurri$9.00
Crispy Garlic Sauté Spinach$9.00
Grilled Asparagus, Lemon Zest$11.00

What 701 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.5Ambience
3.8Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Brass Tack offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding service, views, ambiance and cuisine." Guests appreciate its "beautiful ambience" and "wonderful staff." The menu features highlights like "French onion soup" and "shrimp cocktail," with a "great cocktail selection." Perfect for special occasions, the atmosphere is welcoming and elegant.

1,629 Reviews

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Thomas
Memphis/West TN3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Enjoyed dinner greatly. The food was very good. The service was outstanding. Our waiter was exceptional and the hostesses were friendly. We enjoyed the wagyu lil smokies, blue crab paella, and filet.
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and the service exceptional.
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Larry VIP
Chicago44 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Note we did not have food but Open Table made me but in a number. I enjoy the place for a drink with a friend. The Ambience is nice, Matt our server was great and we enjoyed ourselves. It is actually not badly priced since it is in a Waldorf, but this is not a reasonably priced place by a long shot.
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Edward VIP
Chicago176 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A real disappointment. We have eaten at Brass Tack several times in the last year and were delighted in particular with two dishs - the wood fired oysters and the scallops. Preps for both items were almost unique in the city. Now the scallops are gone. Generic oyster prep, that one can get in a hundred places in Chicago, are on the menu. What a bore. We understand that there is a chef and we can always hope for the best. But this has not been an auspicious start.
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Krystle
Chicago32 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Me and my husband came here for date night and we had a good time. The food and drinks were good! Our waiter Travis was also friendly, knowledgeable and kind. We will definitely come back.
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Jacob VIP
Dallas15 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a quick breakfast- salmon toast and peanut butter overnight oats, both great and service was quick and polished!
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Judson VIP
Chicago2 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
I would come back for a drink at the bar, but on a hectic night, I would be worried about the quality of service.
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Tara VIP
Chicago3 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Most white people food in a long time. It was a “special valentines menu,”which I will avoid for the rest of my life.
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Mary
Chicago5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was superb. Our server greeted us with a glass of champagne to celebrate a birthday and was perfectly attentive the rest of the time.
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Christian
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great food, service and a upscale place for an intimate dinner for a date night.
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FAQs

Brass Tack is rated 4.2 stars by 701 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

11 E. Walton, Chicago, IL 60611

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
E Walton between N State and N Rush
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Wine Bar, Steak
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
$20 valet parking is available through the Waldorf Astoria for up to three hours with validation. Meter Parking is also available on Walton Street and around the neighborhood.
Public transit
The Chicago Red Line State Street Stop is a five minute walk (North on State St.) to the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Eric Damidot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://brasstackchicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 646-1402
Private party facilities
Experience the allure of Waldorf Astoria’s newly designed private dining areas inside Brass Tack, Bernard's, and Peacock Lounge, where vintage charm meets contemporary elegance.
Private party contact
Audra Sullivan: (312) 646-1318

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Brass Tack

Make a reservation

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

The Best Bars for Foodies in Chicago

Everlasting Brunch With Bottomless Rosé

Celebrate Easter Brunch in Style at Brass Tack

Walton Rush Express Lunch

Waldorf Astoria Breakfast

Steak Frites

BT Burger

Shareables & Starters

La Fournette “Epi” Bread$13.00

Wagyu Little Cocktail Smokies$21.00

Deviled Eggs$25.00

Shrimp Cocktail$24.00

Crab & Spinach Dip$25.00

Fresh Half-Shell Oysters

Potatoes & Caviar$38.00

Soups & Salads

Caesar Salad$19.00

Winter Greens$19.00

Famous Waldorf Salad$21.00

French Onion Soup Gratinée$15.00

Entrées

Ricotta Cheese Agnolotti Butternut Squash and Black Truffle$36.00

Roasted Blanc de Poulet Roti$35.00

Loch Duart Scottish Salmon$36.00

Walnut Crusted Domestic Jumbo Lamb Chops$72.00

Crispy Striped Bass$46.00

Roasted Cauliflower Steak$24.00

Braised Beef Short Rib$46.00

Signatures

Creekstone Farm NY Strip Filet$63.00

Blue Crab Risotto$48.00

Australian Wagyu Striploin 10oz$75.00

Sides

Buttery Mashed Potatoes$10.00

Charred Broccolini, Chimichurri$9.00

Crispy Garlic Sauté Spinach$9.00

Grilled Asparagus, Lemon Zest$11.00

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