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Butcher and the Bear, Chicago, IL

Butcher and the Bear

4.7
4.7
248 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Neighborhood gem
A boutique steakhouse, a chef-driven restaurant, is described as "where the classic speakeasy meets the timeless allure of a modern premium steakhouse."

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:45 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:45 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 955-0306
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Saul Ramos

What 248 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Butcher and the Bear offers a "romantic and intimate" dining experience with "amazing food" and "attentive service." Guests rave about the "incredible" Wagyu tasting board and "perfectly executed" steaks. The "beautiful" ambiance and "friendly" staff create a "memorable" atmosphere, making it a "must-visit" for special occasions.

248 Reviews
  1. Dimmer

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here wanting to not drive downtown to a steakhouse and would absolutely go back in a second. Every part of the experience was great, including absolute incredible server 

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  2. Brian

    VIP

    Naples

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing space, great soundtrack, our server was great, helpful and paced dinner perfectly. All food was amazing as were the cocktails. We had 2 birthdays and felt very well attended. Chef visited table and everything was perfectly cooked and presented. Desserts over the top good! We will be back.

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  3. Sue

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was VERY special. We tried a large variety- all of it terrific. The service was really the best I’ve had - like we were family! From the reservation, parking, seating to dessert - these folks care. Rare!

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  4. blake

    VIP

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Warm, calm, and fulfilling! It was a great night.

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  5. Mathew

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and very attentive staff. Loved the dark lite ambiance for steak place

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  6. Christy

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing. Our server Rachel was fun, knowledgeable and made amazing recommendations. We had the ribeye and it was so good. The brussel sprouts were delicious and I'm not a big brussel sprout fan and I couldn't stop eating them. We tried the sampler platter for dessert and I would go back just for dessert. Best carrot cake I've ever had. This was hands down an amazing restaurant! We also met the owner and he was very nice and personable. We definitely will be going back. Also the ambiance made it a very romantic spot for a date night!

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  7. Courtney

    Toledo

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience - went here for NYE/my partners birthday and they made sure we felt special. Scallops were the best I’ve ever had. All good was amazing, presentation 10/10, and great drinks too!

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  8. JONATHAN

    VIP

    Chicago

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice local restaurant with great food, drink and service. Small downstairs dining…I’d ask for upstairs if possible next time. Wonderful holiday specials…Beef Wellington was delicious.

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  9. Chris

    VIP

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely loved it! Will definitely go back again!

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  10. Jennifer

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We shared the Wagyu tasting menu which was very good. The ambiance and service was excellent. Loved the bananas foster crepe for dessert. A romantic and fun place to try!

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FAQs

Butcher and the Bear is rated 4.7 stars by 248 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Google Map for Butcher and the Bear

2721 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614-1413

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Diversey St and Halsted St
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:45 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:45 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Diversey Brown and Purple Line
  • Executive chef
    Saul Ramos
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