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Dining room at The Gage - The Gage, Chicago, IL

The Gage

4.8 (12873)
$30 and under
American
24 South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603

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The Gage

4.8
$30 and under
American
Downtown / Loop

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2 people
19:00
Booked 150 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Good for business meals
Beloved by locals and visitors alike for over fifteen years, The Gage effortlessly blends European influence with American style. The restaurant serves refined, rustic cuisine, innovative libations and an award-winning wine list in a lively, convivial setting--just steps from Millennium Park and the renowned Art Institute. The Gage is known as a “must visit” among Chicago’s dining scene offering indoor and outdoor dining, the ability to accommodate large groups and several private event spaces.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–23:00 Sun 10:00–23:00 Bar Fri, Sat 10:00–00:00 Dinner Fri, Sat 11:00–23:30
  • Phone number
    (312) 372-4243
  • Website
    https://www.thegagechicago.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Francisco Narez
  • Private party facilities
    The Gage's menu "covers every craving". Ideal for private parties, rehearsal dinners and corporate meetings, The Gage's event space options include semi-private and private dining rooms offering the vibe of a busy establishment or complete privacy.
  • Private party contact
    Events Manager: (312) 372-4001
  • Location
    24 South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross street
    Between Madison St. and Monroe St. across from Millenium Park.
  • Parking Details
    The nearest self-park garage is the Grant Park North Garage. Enter from Michigan between Randolph and Monroe Streets. Exit at the far southwest of the garage (the green section); the exit is steps from our front door. We offer a discounted parking rate for the Grant Park North Garage. Every day, enjoy a $13 rate for parking for up to 12 hours. Please see our host stand for parking discount vouchers.
  • Public transport
    The CTA "EL" stop at Madison Street and Wabash Street for Brown, Purple, Green, Orange and Pink Lines is less than two blocks from The Gage. CTA bus lines 3, 4, X4, 14, 26, 127, 145, 147, 148, and 151 all stop within a block of The Gage.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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4.8

4.8
(12873)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Chicago

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Gage offers a delightful dining experience in downtown Chicago with "consistently excellent" food and "attentive service." Its gastropub atmosphere is both "lively" and "sophisticated," making it a great spot for occasions or casual meals. Highlights include the "amazing" pavlova dessert and a robust wine list. Perfect for both locals and visitors.
12,873 Reviews

  1. RACHEL

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Eating at the Gage was a pleasant experience. The food is tasty, especially the corn bisque and the roasted chicken with carrots the server nice and prompt and the ambiance informal and easy going. We wanted to share dishes and asked to cut them in half and give them to us in two plates. They said it could not be done. The burrata on toast was good but the fried vegetables on it had too much oil for my taste. The affogato coffee was great for dessert.

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  2. Chris Gold

    Portland / Oregon71 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. The sommelier recommended a great bottle wine and was very engaging. Will dine again.

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  3. Julie Gold

    Chicago / Illinois34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and atmosphere were great!! Drinks were really expensive ($24 for an old fashioned) but absolutely fabulous- one of the best old fashioned I’ve ever had. Food was really yummy

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  4. Jon Gold

    Chicago / Illinois15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Smoked Salmon BLT is delicious! And the fries are outstanding.

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  5. William Gold

    Chicago / Illinois44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Gage is always excellent. The food is wonderful and the service is prompt and attentive. A great place to have lunch. Great soups, and I love the fish and chips.

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  6. Alan H Gold

    Chicago / Illinois84 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As always great food and service. Seating at far back room reduces noise. This time we were in the semi-enclosed room nearest the bar — too noisy. Restaurant has elevator down to rest rooms and doors have contact plates to open and close doors — very helpful and appreciated. !

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  7. patricia Gold

    Chicago / Illinois57 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place!! Before the Symphony, after the museum, whenever. So reliable with their food choices, great cocktails and lovely servers!

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  8. Richard

    Montana2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fine food. You get what you pay for. The seared diver scallops were excellent.

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  9. Travis

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill41 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our experience at The Gage was just okay. The atmosphere was pleasant, the service was good, and the décor was interesting, although it felt somewhat lacking in diversity, especially for a restaurant that describes its menu as American cuisine. We dined around 5:30 p.m., and the restaurant was filling up quickly. Every seat at the bar appeared to be occupied, and we were seated in a room toward the back of the restaurant. We skipped appetizers and ordered our entrées. My wife ordered the Cheeseburger Royale, while I ordered the Steak au Poivre, an 18-ounce wet-aged ribeye with beef tallow frites and sauce au poivre, cooked medium. What stood out most was the timing. Our meals arrived roughly 15 minutes after we placed the order. While fast service is normally a positive, an 18-ounce ribeye being prepared, cooked to medium, plated, and delivered that quickly made me question whether portions of the meal may have been prepared in advance. To be fair, the steak was cooked to the correct temperature. Unfortunately, it lacked flavor, and the sauce poured over it did little to improve it. For a steak at this price point, I expected considerably more in terms of seasoning, flavor, and the overall quality of the dish. And to add insult to injury, we were seated at a wobbly table. I had to ask for it to be fixed, and staff added wedges underneath it. Unfortunately, only moments later, the table was wobbling again. It may seem like a small detail, but at a restaurant with this price point, something as basic as having a stable table should not be an issue. The service and atmosphere were both enjoyable, but the food and some of the basic details of the dining experience did not match the price. Considering what we paid, the meal felt underwhelming and left us feeling that the experience did not provide the value we expected.

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  10. Kathleen Gold

    Chicago / Illinois16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! And our server, Emily, was efficient, kind, and knowledgeable! An absolute delight who made us feel welcome and comfortable!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–23:00 Sun 10:00–23:00 Bar Fri, Sat 10:00–00:00 Dinner Fri, Sat 11:00–23:30
  • Phone number
    (312) 372-4243
  • Website
    https://www.thegagechicago.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Francisco Narez
  • Private party facilities
    The Gage's menu "covers every craving". Ideal for private parties, rehearsal dinners and corporate meetings, The Gage's event space options include semi-private and private dining rooms offering the vibe of a busy establishment or complete privacy.
  • Private party contact
    Events Manager: (312) 372-4001
  • Location
    24 South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross street
    Between Madison St. and Monroe St. across from Millenium Park.
  • Parking Details
    The nearest self-park garage is the Grant Park North Garage. Enter from Michigan between Randolph and Monroe Streets. Exit at the far southwest of the garage (the green section); the exit is steps from our front door. We offer a discounted parking rate for the Grant Park North Garage. Every day, enjoy a $13 rate for parking for up to 12 hours. Please see our host stand for parking discount vouchers.
  • Public transport
    The CTA "EL" stop at Madison Street and Wabash Street for Brown, Purple, Green, Orange and Pink Lines is less than two blocks from The Gage. CTA bus lines 3, 4, X4, 14, 26, 127, 145, 147, 148, and 151 all stop within a block of The Gage.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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A photo of The Gage restaurant

The Gage

4.8
$30 and under
American
Downtown / Loop

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 150 times today
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