The Barn Steakhouse

4.8

1597 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Great for creative cocktails

If you do not see the time you are looking for on Opentable, please give us a call at 847-868-8041 so that we can personally make your reservation.

The Barn Steakhouse is a “meat-centric hideaway” housed in a 19th century brick barn hidden away down an alley in the middle of Evanston. A homage to owner Amy Morton’s legendary father, restaurateur Arnie Morton (Morton’s Steakhouse), the menu boasts the finest quality ingredients available including table-side salad service and prime heritage Angus steaks. As The Barn's menu is ever-evolving, the exact menu may be different when you dine.

Featured in the Chicago Tribune and Evanston Now, The Barn is situated in a 19th century building, which was once a horse stable. Its entrance is accessible through the back alleyway for a unique experience. The intimate spot is accessible only through the alley and features soaring ceilings. This eatery also provides seating for up to 80 guests as well as outdoor seating in the winter garden.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Steak
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Fri 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(847) 868-8041
Website
https://www.thebarnsteakhouse.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Debbie Gold
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

Location
Rear 1016 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201
Neighborhood
Evanston
Cross street
Church & Oak - Rear Alley Entrance
Parking details
Two public lots are located within one block of the restaurant.
Public transit
Davis Purple LineDavis Street Station Metra
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Add a Colorful Bouquet
$40.00 per party
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Add a bouquet of colorful flowers to the table, a beautiful touch of grace, with a vase, to take home, from Seville Flowers in Evanston! Please be aware we will need 48 hours advance notice for the reservation or we may not be able to arrange flowers with our florist.
Add A Single Stem Flower & Vase
$20.00 per party
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Add a single stem flower to the table, a beautiful touch of grace, with a vase, to take home, from Seville Flowers in Evanston! Please be aware we will need 48 hours advance notice for the reservation or we may not be able to arrange flowers with our florist.
Mondavi Wine Dinner
$150.00 per person
Prepaid
Jan 28, 2025 only
Please join us for a wonderful selection of wine from Mondavi Winery along with fantastic dishes designed to pair with them from our head chef.

Popular dishes

French Onion Soup$11.95
gruyere, herbed crouton
Barn Chopped Salad$10.95
avocado, red pepper, carrots, cucumber, goat cheese, romaine, fresh mint, red wine vinaigrette
Little Gem and Creamy Dijon Salad$13.95
parmigiano reggiano, pickled vidalia onions, chopped egg, pepitas, Spanish white anchovies, bacon
The Grand Central Caviar Sandwich$21.95
wild american bowfin caviar, farm egg, crème fraîche
Classic Crab Cake$21.95
green goddess aioli, lime, garlic
Burrata, Tomato and Watermelon$17.95
Asian pear, Italian parsley, toasted artisanal bread
Selection of European Cheeses$29.85
house-made jam, marcona almonds, dried fruits, crackers

Entrees

Bison Bolognese$28.95
ricotta salata, red wine, chitarra pasta
Pan-Seared Salmon$33.95
old-fashioned mustard honey glaze, dill yogurt, cucumber salad
Za'atar Roasted Half Chicken$29.95
butter-braised knob onions, sherry, parsley
Crab Spaghetti$38.95
white wine, shallots, garlic, chili, parmigiano reggiano
Pan-Seared Calves Liver$28.95
bacon, leek, red wine reduction, black pepper
Heritage Sirloin Burger$23.95
boursin cheese, grilled onion, lettuce, tomato, brioche bun, frites

Steaks

Heritage Angus Beef (Gluten Free) served with red wine demi-glace and German butterball potatoes. Toppers include: blue cheese / au poivre / parmesan crust / tarragon horseradish / truffle butter $4.95, bearnaise $2.95, jumbo lump crab / crab oscar $14.95. Make it a surf & turf: South African lobster tail with clarified butter $42.95

Bone-In Ribeye$62.95
New York$59.95
Filet Mignon$58.95
Center Strip Manhattan Cut$47.95
Dry-Aged New York$68.95
Dry-Aged Bone-In Ribeye$66.95

Sides

Brussels Sprouts$12.95
arugula pistachio pesto
Asparagus$11.95
simply roasted
Creamed Swiss Chard$11.95
cipollini onions
Roasted Mushrooms$15.95
crimini, oyster, king trumpet
Mac and Cheese$11.95
gruyere and Cheddar, herbed breadcrumbs
Lobster Tail$42.95
South African lobster tail with clarified butter
Robuchon Potatoes$13.95
buttery mashed yukon golds, parmigiano reggiano

Prix-Fixe Dinner

$37.95 per person; 5:00-6:00 nightly

Little Gem Salad
creamy dijon dressing, parmigiano reggiano, pickled vidalia onions, chopped egg, pepitas, Spanish white anchovies, bacon
Pan-Seared Salmon
mustard honey glaze, dill yogurt, cucumber salad
New York Strip Steak "Manhattan Cut"
Za'atar Roasted Chicken
butter-braised knob onions, sherry, parsley
"Arnie's" Chocolate Velvet Cake
Pecan Streusel Carrot Cake

What 1,597 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North Suburbs
Best Ambiance
North Suburbs
Romantic
North Suburbs
Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Barn Steakhouse offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food and service." Known for its "perfectly cooked steaks" and unique atmosphere, it's a favorite for special occasions. Despite some mixed reviews on seafood and noise levels, the attentive staff and "romantic ambiance" make it a standout choice in Evanston.

1,597 Reviews

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Stephen
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We have been dining at the Barn for years. Always consistent. Friendly knowledgable waitstaff, well prepared creative food. Nice drink portions. You have to try a side dish of Brussels sprouts. Exceptional
The Barn SteakhouseResponded today
Stephen , Thank you so glad you loved your experience. Thanks for coming in!
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Brian
VIP
Chicago
39 reviews
4.0
39 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice ambiance. Very good service. We Had dry aged bone in prime rib which was ok.. my wife had the fish which was dry not moist. The giant prawn was good. French onion soup was tasty and the ceviche was very tasty. We may try the Barn again but for a $200 tab before tip there are other great steak restaurants I’d go to
The Barn SteakhouseResponded 2 days ago
Brain, Thank you so much for your feedback and review. We will share with the team. If you could please let us know if there is anything else we missed. Or anything else that we can improv upon. We do hope that you give us another chance to WOW you.
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Cynthia
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is wonderful! Food was phenomenal and totally recommend.
The Barn SteakhouseResponded 2 days ago
Cynthia, Thank you so glad you loved your experience. Thanks for coming in!
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Karin
VIP
Chicago
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fabulous dinner. We got there early so our whole table had the fixed price menu, all courses were delicious.
The Barn SteakhouseResponded 2 days ago
Karin, Thank you so much for your lovely review!
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Helen
Chicago
24 reviews
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I wanted to like this place more than I did. Great cocktails, the server suggested a very nice wine, but the food was just okay and very expensive. Nothing wowed me. The experience was fine. I wouldn’t recommend it at those prices.
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Joseph
VIP
Palm Springs
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great spot. Food and service were outstanding. The Prifix menu was excellent.
The Barn SteakhouseResponded 2 days ago
Joseph, Thank you so much for your review! We look forward to having you back soon.
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john
VIP
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food didn’t come close to living up to the pricing. Beautiful atmosphere, but for a “steakhouse” the steaks were sub-average at best. It’s been my 3rd or 4th time there and I am always wowed by the atmosphere and underwhelmed by the food quality.
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Tiscia
Chicago
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Once we found the restaurant (a bit tricky, down an alley...), we really enjoyed our birthday celebration at the Barn Steakhouse. The food was fantastic -- highly recommend the Salmon with Cucumber Salad and the Pecan Streusel Carrot Cake! Our server was delightful (can't remember her name, but she's getter her Masters in music at Northwestern). Thank you for a great evening.
The Barn SteakhouseResponded 2 days ago
Tiscia, Thank you so much for your review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your night with use, and can't wait to have you back again. We will have Salmon at the ready for you!
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Dieu
VIP
Chicago
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were a party of 8 and enjoyed our experience at The Barn. The service was great, and the food was delicious. The Barn is a great date spot.
The Barn SteakhouseResponded 2 days ago
Dieu, Thanks for your review. We hope to see you again soon.
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Joyce
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Is there a trend that seafood is being served undercooked? If I had known, I would ordered my halibut well done rather than the gelatinous blob I received. My companions were there for the steak, and the waiter assured me that the seafood was excellent. He said something to the effect of "flaky perfection." NOT. The accompanying crust and sauce were overly salted, which cannot make up for the lack of flavor. The service was excellent, though, and it was an upbeat holiday weekend, so I enjoyed the evening despite my disappointing meal.
The Barn SteakhouseResponded 2 days ago
Joyce, Thank you so much for your feedback. So sorry that we didn't correct that on the spot. We will share with the team so we can improve. We appreciate your sharing this with us! We do hope that you give us another chance to WOW you.
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FAQs

The Barn Steakhouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 868-8041.

The Barn Steakhouse is rated 4.8 stars by 1597 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Rear 1016 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201

Additional information

Cross street
Church & Oak - Rear Alley Entrance
Neighborhood
Evanston
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Fri 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Steak
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Two public lots are located within one block of the restaurant.
Public transit
Davis Purple LineDavis Street Station Metra
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Debbie Gold
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.thebarnsteakhouse.com/
Phone number
(847) 868-8041
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

The Barn Steakhouse

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Add a Colorful Bouquet

Add A Single Stem Flower & Vase

Mondavi Wine Dinner

Filet Mignon

New York

New York Strip Steak "Manhattan Cut"

Appetizers

French Onion Soup$11.95

Barn Chopped Salad$10.95

Little Gem and Creamy Dijon Salad$13.95

The Grand Central Caviar Sandwich$21.95

Classic Crab Cake$21.95

Burrata, Tomato and Watermelon$17.95

Selection of European Cheeses$29.85

Entrees

Bison Bolognese$28.95

Pan-Seared Salmon$33.95

Za'atar Roasted Half Chicken$29.95

Crab Spaghetti$38.95

Pan-Seared Calves Liver$28.95

Heritage Sirloin Burger$23.95

Steaks

Bone-In Ribeye$62.95

New York$59.95

Filet Mignon$58.95

Center Strip Manhattan Cut$47.95

Dry-Aged New York$68.95

Dry-Aged Bone-In Ribeye$66.95

Sides

Brussels Sprouts$12.95

Asparagus$11.95

Creamed Swiss Chard$11.95

Roasted Mushrooms$15.95

Mac and Cheese$11.95

Lobster Tail$42.95

Robuchon Potatoes$13.95

Prix-Fixe Dinner

Little Gem Salad

Pan-Seared Salmon

New York Strip Steak "Manhattan Cut"

Za'atar Roasted Chicken

"Arnie's" Chocolate Velvet Cake

Pecan Streusel Carrot Cake

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Barn Steakhouse offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Barn Steakhouse restaurant rated?

Is The Barn Steakhouse currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information