El Che Steakhouse & Bar

4.7

2106 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

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2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 97 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Hot spot

Located just beyond the West Loop’s famed “restaurant row,” El Che Steakhouse & Bar is Chicago's go-to destination for steak, seafood, and live-fire cooking. The restaurant is modeled after Executive Chef/Partner John Manion’s fascination with Argentinean asados: traditional backyard barbecues surrounding the flame. A 12-foot custom-built grill serves as the centerpiece for this downtown asado which embraces South American-tinged meats, seasonal vegetables, fresh seafood, and of course, steak. The hearth also serves as the heart of the restaurant’s experiences such as dining at the Hearth Table.

Join us for happy hour at our cocktail bar, featuring signature cocktails and fiery bar bites or indulge in a glass of wine from the country’s only South American wine list. No matter what you choose, El Che brings the heat seven nights a week.

For large groups, private events, birthdays, or celebrations, email us info@elchechicago.com.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Argentinean, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(872) 320-4912
Website
http://elchechicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
John Manion
Private party facilities
Semi-private dining room that seats up to 25 guests. Buyouts and large party reservations available. Please contact us at jboyer@elchebarchicago.com if interested.

Location
845 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607
Neighborhood
West Loop
Cross street
Between Green and Peoria
Parking details
There is a parking lot located directly across from the restaurant with limited availability. Street parking available, as well as valet services at Soho House around the corner on Green Street.
Public transit
CTA Green & Pink Lines -- Morgan CTA Blue Line -- Grand
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

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El Che Steakhouse & Bar delivers an authentic Argentinian dining experience with "the best steak in the states" and a lively atmosphere. Guests rave about the "perfectly cooked" steaks, Italian beef empanadas, and creative seafood dishes. The attentive service and unique open flame grill add to its "spectacular" appeal, making it a go-to for special occasions.

2,106 Reviews

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Chris
VIP
Chicago
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Mixed feelings about the food. The tartar was excellent as well as the endive salad. The grilled seafood platter was good but too much sauce. The bone in ribeye was ok, wish it had more of a grilled flavor and outside crust.
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Amber
Houston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great from the moment we walked in the door. We were early for our reservation and they easily accommodated us. Every person to come to our table was nice and helpful great staff. The bone marrow was excellent as were all the steaks our party ordered. The dessert was a great end to our meal as well. Would definitely return.
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Jonathan
Indiana
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing. Service was outstanding. I will definitely be back.
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Jose
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was phenomenal. He hit spot on with every recommendation! From the empanadas to our main course! Even the dessert recommendation was great! The dessert interaction with our server was hilarious! I wish I remembered his name!!
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Angelica
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
El Che never disappoints great service , great food and great ambiance. Definitely my go to place for dinner .
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Evan
Mexico City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The party steak was the best steak I’ve ever had in my life. Great spot.
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Jasmina
VIP
Chicago
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Julio was amazing server. We ordered Branzino and Surf and turf with hangar steak and everything was cooked PERFECTLY!!!
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Jonathan
VIP
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Nice place and service was good but the steak was really salty unfortunately. The cut of meat was great seasoning was the issue.
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Maia
VIP
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful evening at El Che to kick off the holiday season. Special shoutout to Olivia and Julio for making sure everything was perfect and made for a memorable evening.
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Alejandro
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience as always definitely will come back
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El Che Steakhouse & Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 2106 OpenTable diners.

El Che Steakhouse & Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 97 times today

845 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607

Additional information

Cross street
Between Green and Peoria
Neighborhood
West Loop
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Argentinean, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
There is a parking lot located directly across from the restaurant with limited availability. Street parking available, as well as valet services at Soho House around the corner on Green Street.
Public transit
CTA Green & Pink Lines -- Morgan CTA Blue Line -- Grand
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
John Manion
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://elchechicago.com/
Phone number
(872) 320-4912
Private party facilities
Semi-private dining room that seats up to 25 guests. Buyouts and large party reservations available. Please contact us at jboyer@elchebarchicago.com if interested.

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Empanadas

Chorizo

Oysters

Classicos

Empanadas

Grilled Seafood

Oysters

Mar de Plata

Grilled Shellfish Parrillada

Meats

Chorizo

Sweetbreads

Marrow Bone

Tira de Asado

Charred Quail

Steaks

48oz Porterhouse RR Ranch Washington State$255.00

Creekstone Farms

8oz Filet & Dada Sauce$61.00

8oz Filet & 'Surf & Turf'$90.00

14oz Prime Center Cut Ribeye $69.00

32oz Prime Dry Aged Bone-In Ribeye$145.00

Sides

Beef Fat Fries

Papas Bravas

Japanese Sweet Potatoes

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