the Albert

4.3

894 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

The art of simplicity – creating Italian inspired dishes with focus on fresh ingredients, creative recipes and presentations that tease the senses. Twirled onto a fork, an array of homemade pastas inspired by traditional recipes.

the Albert is a playground for the senses, where guests revel in the season’s finest offerings and peak flavors in a room filled with self-discovery—from science novels and vintage copper pots to Surrealist murals along the walls. the Albert showcases an ultra-seasonal menu—selecting high quality, locally sourced ingredients, from both nearby farms and the urban, rooftop garden program that sits atop the building. This garden captures Chef Chiappetti's culinary vision, where he takes farm-to-table to a whole other level—integrating nature and seasonality and bringing freshness to the dishes he creates.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, American, Dining Bar
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sun 7:00 am–1:30 pm Bar Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 471-3883
Website
http://www.thealbertchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Chef Steve Chiappetti
Private party facilities
the Albert at Hotel EMC2 offers two artfully designed private rooms (up to 64 guests seated) as well as a semi-private dining option (up to 20 guests seated). From a reception on our terrace to a beautifully curated private dinner by our seasoned executive chef, the possibilities are endless.

Location
228 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Cross street
St. Clair
Parking details
Valet parking is available for $14.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Salumi$19.00
MKT selected Italian meats and cheeses, fig jam, cerignola olives
Crostini$17.00
assorted mushrooms, garlic chips, chili flake, rosemary, ricotta honey smear
Mussels$15.00
PEI, braised in spicy 'Nduja broth
Vendura$17.00
curried cauliflower, hazelnut green beans, roasted peppers
Polenta Board$19.00
corn meal, butter, parmesan, two chef sauces of the day

Anti Pasta

Crudo$17.00
seared ahi tuna, Calabrian chili aioli
Fennel$12.00
cerinola olives, orange, toasted almonds, white balsamic dressing
Artichoke$13.00
fried, lemon gremolata, hot house arugula
Arugula$12.00
mushrooms, focaccia crumbs, truffle honey dressing, goat cheese
Scallop$21.00
tart apple, corn, truffle honey, micro greens

Pasta

Risotto$22.00
blend of maitake, portabella, enoki mushrooms, EVO, butter, asiago
Spaghetti$26.00
spicy shrimp, peppers, garlic, basil, pinot grigio butter, parmesan
Tagliatelle$24.00
pasta, braised veal, beef, pancetta, chianti reduction, parmigiana
Garginelle$21.00
fresh tomato, garlic, pesto
Ravioli$24.00
3 cheese, white truffle cream sauce, marsala glaze

Primi

Whitefish$33.00
scallop, shrimp, mussels, fennel saffron broth
Chicken$34.00
garlic chips, grapes, new potatoes, rosemary
Albert's$44.00
featured cut, balsamic rosemary cipollini onions
Pork Chop$32.00
parmesan crust, caper berries, blistered rainbow tomatoes, balsamic glaze
Lamb Chops$34.00
stuffed with pesto, lentils, chianti reduction

Sides

Layered Caramelized Onion Bacon Potato Torte$7.00
Prosciutto Asparagus Spears, Aged Balsamic Glaze$8.00
Broccolini with Toasted Garlic and Chili Oil$7.00
Mushrooms, Chili, Herb Crumbs$7.00
Crispy Brussel Sprouts, Parmesan Cheese$7.00

Dolce

Emmy's$11.00
torched marshmallow, layered gelato, olive oil cake
Chocolate$10.00
72% chocolate nut bomb, flourless cake, candied hazelnuts
Lemon$11.00
tart, Sea salted caramel
Brulee$10.00
vanilla bean, almond cookie crumble
Sorbetti$11.00
daily house made fruit ice

Classic Cocktails

Old Fashioned$15.00
Elijah Craig, Demerara Syrup, Orange Bitter, Angostura Bitters, Orange Peel
Martini$15.00
Grey Goose or Bombay Dry, Vya Dry Vermouth, Pimento or Bleu Cheese Olives
Manhattan$15.00
High West Rye, Vya Sweet Vermouth, Orange Bitters, Angostura Bitters, Brandied Cherries
French 75$15.00
Sipsmith Gin, Simple Syrup, Lemon, Prosecco
Margarita$15.00
Tapitio Blanco, Lime Juice, Agave

Dessert Cocktails

Espresso Martini$15.00
Grey Goose Vodka, Cynar, Simple Syrup, Espresso
Banana Foster$15.00
Disaronno Liqueur, Matusalem Rum, Cream, Tempus Fugit Crème De Banane, Lemon Juice, Egg White

Wine by the Glass

Sparkling

Ruggeri | Prosecco | Veneto, Italy$12.00

White Wine

Veiga Naum | Albarino$10.00
Olianas | Vermentino di Sardegna$11.00
Moreau & Fils | Chardonnay$16.00
Gilgal | Sauvignon Blanc$12.00
Kokomo Valley | Chardonnay$14.00

Red Wine

Nicolas Potel | Bourgogne Pinot Noir$14.00
Montaribaldi | Nebbiolo, Langhe DOC$12.00
Dom Corne Loup | Cotes du Rhone$11.00
Capezzana | Barco Reale di Carmignano$11.00
Altocedro | Cabernet Sauvignon$14.00

Wine by the Bottle

Sparkling Wine

Hermann J. Wiemer Cuvee | Traditional Blend | Brut | New Mexico, United States | NV$108.00
Chateau d'Esclans Whispering Angel | Rose | Vins de Pays d'Oc | Cotes de Provence, France | NV$83.00

Crisp Whites

Ca dei Frati Lugana Bianco | Trebbiano Blend | Lombardy, Italy | 2017$65.00
Vietti | Arneis | Roero, Piedmont, Italy | 2018$64.00
Gilgal | Sauvignon Blanc | Israel | 2018$60.00

Silky Whites

Chappellet | Chenin Blanc | Napa Valley, California | 2013$118.00
Domaine Gramenon | Viognier | Cotes du Rhone, France | 2014$74.00
J Moreau & Fils | Chablis | Burgundy, France | 2020$81.00

Full Whites

Jean - Marc Brocard | Chardonnay | Chablis, Burgundy, France | 2018$68.00
Inama | Garganega | Soave Classico, Veneto, Italy | 2016$105.00
Mayacamus | Chardonnay | Napa Valley, California | 2014$156.00

Light Reds

Domaine Chofflet - Valdenaire | Gamay | Cote du Py les Grands Mises, Morgon, France | 2017$95.00
Au Bon Climat | Pinot Noir | Santa Maria Valley, California | 2015$105.00
Shea Estate | Pinot Noir | Willamette Valley, Oregon | 2015$148.00

Medium Reds

Raymond Reserve | Merlot | Napa Valley, California | 2017$108.00
Chateau Armandiere | Malbec | Cahors, Occitanie, France | 2016$68.00
Marchese Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva | Sangiovese | Chianti Classico, Italy | 2015$149.00

Bold Reds

Chateau Lescalle | Bordeaux Blend | Bordeaux, France | 2012$72.00
NV 15 Cain Cuvee | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley, California | 2014$128.00
Colome Altura Maxima | Malbec | Salta, Argentina | 2015$320.00

What 894 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Albert offers a vibrant dining experience with a "unique, beautiful and whimsical" atmosphere. Guests praise the "amazing" service, especially commendations for staff like Stephen and Steve. The menu features creative dishes with high-quality ingredients, such as the "delicious" lamb shank and "heavenly" olive oil cake. Ideal for special occasions.

894 Reviews

M
Maricela
Chicago
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious. Service was ok. He was very nice but water wasn't refilled until I asked and he really didn't check on the table until food was being served. In all fairness, he seemed to be working the room with 2 other wait staff. But an overall good choice. I would recommend.
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Elias
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambience and great food! Very cool design!!!
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P
Paris
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our family frequents The Albert! The customer service is beyond impeccable and the entire dining experience is absolutely wonderful!!!! Exceptional dining at its finest…
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J
Jennifer
Grand Rapids
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, unique decor, amazing service. It was a great atmosphere for dinner that was a mix of casual business and social. We will be back!
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jay
VIP
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chicago Restaurant Week at The Albert was a treat! 🍽️ We started with Seared Ahi Tuna, perfectly pink with a spicy Calabrian chili aioli. 🔥 The Ravioli was rich and comforting, and we ended on a sweet note with the Chocolate Mint Bundt Cake. 🍫✨ Who’s joining us next time? 😏
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John
VIP
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is very good and service was excellent. We had a great server.
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Jessica
VIP
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Overall a good experience. However, the restaurant had a quite a few fruit flies that were absolutely determined to ruin our experience. Food was good, service was good. But nothing really WOWED me. The place is cute and I’m sure with the right group would be fun for happy hour.
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Ariana
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing, the place is beautiful. Our server was a bit rude but the experience was still great.
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T
Tucker
VIP
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant looked very cool like something out of an art painting, the artichokes were delicious and ravioli was the best I’ve ever had in my entire life
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Laura
Chicago
8 reviews
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
It’s a strange restaurant in a hotel. The food is fine not great not awful. The menu is strange and try’s to be fancy in calling a short rib something else, a cab should be listed as a cab not something else. The prices are way beyond what they should be. The wait staff does t speak great English so it was a little difficult to ask for what you need. Overall it’s fine but in this city you can do way, way better than this place.
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FAQs

the Albert offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 471-3883.

the Albert is rated 4.3 stars by 894 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

228 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
St. Clair
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sun 7:00 am–1:30 pm Bar Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, American, Dining Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet parking is available for $14.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Steve Chiappetti
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thealbertchicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 471-3883
Private party facilities
the Albert at Hotel EMC2 offers two artfully designed private rooms (up to 64 guests seated) as well as a semi-private dining option (up to 20 guests seated). From a reception on our terrace to a beautifully curated private dinner by our seasoned executive chef, the possibilities are endless.

the Albert

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Shared Items

Salumi$19.00

Crostini$17.00

Mussels$15.00

Vendura$17.00

Polenta Board$19.00

Anti Pasta

Crudo$17.00

Fennel$12.00

Artichoke$13.00

Arugula$12.00

Scallop$21.00

Pasta

Risotto$22.00

Spaghetti$26.00

Tagliatelle$24.00

Garginelle$21.00

Ravioli$24.00

Primi

Whitefish$33.00

Chicken$34.00

Albert's$44.00

Pork Chop$32.00

Lamb Chops$34.00

Sides

Layered Caramelized Onion Bacon Potato Torte$7.00

Prosciutto Asparagus Spears, Aged Balsamic Glaze$8.00

Broccolini with Toasted Garlic and Chili Oil$7.00

Mushrooms, Chili, Herb Crumbs$7.00

Crispy Brussel Sprouts, Parmesan Cheese$7.00

Dolce

Emmy's$11.00

Chocolate$10.00

Lemon$11.00

Brulee$10.00

Sorbetti$11.00

Classic Cocktails

Old Fashioned$15.00

Martini$15.00

Manhattan$15.00

French 75$15.00

Margarita$15.00

Dessert Cocktails

Espresso Martini$15.00

Banana Foster$15.00

Wine by the Glass

Sparkling

Ruggeri | Prosecco | Veneto, Italy$12.00

White Wine

Veiga Naum | Albarino$10.00

Olianas | Vermentino di Sardegna$11.00

Moreau & Fils | Chardonnay$16.00

Gilgal | Sauvignon Blanc$12.00

Kokomo Valley | Chardonnay$14.00

Red Wine

Nicolas Potel | Bourgogne Pinot Noir$14.00

Montaribaldi | Nebbiolo, Langhe DOC$12.00

Dom Corne Loup | Cotes du Rhone$11.00

Capezzana | Barco Reale di Carmignano$11.00

Altocedro | Cabernet Sauvignon$14.00

Wine by the Bottle

Sparkling Wine

Hermann J. Wiemer Cuvee | Traditional Blend | Brut | New Mexico, United States | NV$108.00

Chateau d'Esclans Whispering Angel | Rose | Vins de Pays d'Oc | Cotes de Provence, France | NV$83.00

Crisp Whites

Ca dei Frati Lugana Bianco | Trebbiano Blend | Lombardy, Italy | 2017$65.00

Vietti | Arneis | Roero, Piedmont, Italy | 2018$64.00

Gilgal | Sauvignon Blanc | Israel | 2018$60.00

Silky Whites

Chappellet | Chenin Blanc | Napa Valley, California | 2013$118.00

Domaine Gramenon | Viognier | Cotes du Rhone, France | 2014$74.00

J Moreau & Fils | Chablis | Burgundy, France | 2020$81.00

Full Whites

Jean - Marc Brocard | Chardonnay | Chablis, Burgundy, France | 2018$68.00

Inama | Garganega | Soave Classico, Veneto, Italy | 2016$105.00