Gilt Bar

Abby M

4 months ago

My partner and I showed up around 5:40 on a Saturday and had to wait an hour which is okay with me, but beware when they text you, you only have five minutes to get there! (We had to run.) Allie was the most incredible server I've ever had, coming from a waitress perspective. She was attentive, thoughtful, funny, and answered any and all questions I had with great detail. The atmosphere was beautiful with dim lighting and comfy seating. I ordered the vodka rigatoni and it was perfectly al dente with just the right amount of spice. My partner ordered the cadillac margarita and it is very strong. I don't drink but the seedlip sour was the perfect alternative and the presentation of everything was on par. It all came out SO FAST. The manager even stopped by to check in amd chat with us! This place was a 10/10 and I would totally recommend it to any adults visiting Chicago. Also the photobooth downstairs takes the first picture like five seconds after your card is accepted, and the rest are at random intervals so be ready because we were not the first time!

Sunny

a month ago

I went on a Friday night. My group of two was 12th on the list and waited about 40 minutes. Drinks were good, chocolate cake was soooo good, and photobooth was fun. Vibe was good, staff were friendly, I just liked everything here. I recommend this place for a chill date night.

Amanda Lazzari

2 months ago

Our group visited yesterday to celebrate our friends getting married earlier in the day. The staff helped make the evening so special with small touches throughout the night. I had a great dirty martini, friends had strong old fashions and can recommend the house craft wine. More notable the food was amazing. We got the hot chicken sliders, mozzarella sticks and onion rings to start. We got the vodka sauce and truffle pasta both were very rich and delicious. For dessert we got the chocolate cake and the cookie and the restaurant brought out ice cream to celebrate the bride and groom.

Camilo Gaviria

6 months ago

I loved this place! We had a really great experience here. Amazing cocktails, great service, amazing music, and the vibe and atmosphere is just fantastic. Sadly we couldn't e hoy the speakeasy since there was a private party being held. The meatballs, and salmon were great. The hamburger although the meat was really tasty is not an outstanding one. Be sure to make reservations though. Will be back the next time I visit Chicago

Eric Boesen

3 months ago

This time around, we decided to check out The Library speakeasy and absolutely loved it. The downstairs atmosphere was exactly what we were looking for—dim lighting, a low-key and intimate vibe, and candlelit tables that really set the mood. It felt cozy, relaxed, and perfect for a night out without feeling loud or crowded. We only stopped in for drinks on this visit, and they were well-crafted and enjoyable. While we didn’t order food this time, we couldn’t help but notice the meals coming out to other tables—and everything looked fantastic. The presentation alone made us want to come back just to try the food. Overall, the ambiance alone makes this place worth visiting, and based on what we saw and experienced, we’re already planning a return. Definitely a spot we’ll be coming back to, and next time we’ll be making sure to try the food as well!

Melissa B

4 months ago

Definitely of those viral restaurants worth the try. All the food was good and on par with the rest of the Hogsalt restaurants (Beavettes and Ciccio Mío next door). My favorite was the pork belly confit, which was a pleasant surprise since I'm not a big fan of pork to begin with; my definite must try. The library downstairs was very pretty too, we were actually sat at the bar downstairs first but asked to get changed to upstairs seating because it was HOT. Might have been an us issue since we were well bundled up (middle of December), but upstairs was comfy. Moody, low-lit, filled with trendy art work and even a photo booth downstairs. Perfect for pictures!

Babes N Bladez

Edited a month ago

We had a great dinner at the Gilt Bar! We all sat in the library speakeasy and it was a great spot. Cool corner table. Yes, lights are a little dim, but part of the ambiance, kind of loud as it is packed with people, but a cool place with huge bar, older speakeasy hallways, and the $5 Photo Booth is a nice touch! Food was really good, and portions were all shareable. To start we got the truffle mozzarella sticks and the Delice de Bourgonge. Plenty of bread and cheese to share! Great taste and flavor! For our entrees we ordered the spicy orecchiette and the vodka rigatoni, both were good. The orecchiette was a tad salty. We also ordered the side item hard to see on the menu, double wagu cheeseburger, $30, honestly wasn’t the best burger we had, good taste but dryer than id like, personally not worth that money. I’d go with other Italian pasta items for that cost they are known for. They are known for home made pasta. The service was really good. We ordered a bunch of martini and all were good, Tom was our server and took care of us. Ordered a Makers and Sprite, came out watery…they took that one off our bill! The other servers assistants were all very good, always cleaned up the table, fresh water and nice people. Tom brought us out some complimentary ice cream! Tom took all the menus so they wouldn’t get messy during the meal! Price wise, 5 of us….2 drink each, 4 entree’s and also apps, close to $500 in case you need a ballpark. Restaurant does add a “restaurant charge” automatically to the bill. Nice place! We’d come back for sure.

Clare C

a month ago

Perfect setting for an end of the year dinner with my friends. We let one take the wheel and order for the table. Our favorites were the steak tartare, carbonara, burger with fries and the martinis! I did reserve for main dining area but we ended up sitting in the basement which was a much better vibe for our party! Don’t forget to check out the Photo Booth if you are already down there.

Elvy

a month ago

Came here for our anniversary and it was lovely. Started off with the house salad which was refreshing and huge. The burger with bacon lived up to hype 10/10 best burger, and the orechiette was delicious. For dessert, we had the chocolate cake which was exceptional, and our lovely server Ashlyn brought us out some ice cream with a candle for our anniversary. We ended the night with some bubbly courtesy of Ashlyn as well (seriously she’s the best, we love you ashlyn 💖).

Reilly Donofrio

2 months ago

My first visit to Gilt Bar completely blew me away. I’m usually skeptical of restaurant hype, but this was genuinely one of the best meals—if not the best meal—I’ve had in Chicago. I came for Restaurant Week, which turned out to be an incredible value. We started with the bone marrow. I’d always been curious but hesitant because of the texture, yet it was rich, savory, and far more approachable than I expected. The beef cheek pie arrived with a beautiful presentation and delivered warm, comforting, deeply flavorful meat—perfect for a cold Chicago night. The mashed potatoes and Brussels sprouts were excellent, but the real surprise was the aioli served with the fries. Whatever magic they put in that sauce, I would happily bathe in it. And then there was the burger: the undeniable showstopper. It’s easily the best burger I’ve had in Chicago, and honestly might be the best burger I’ve ever had. An absolute must‑order. We finished with the chocolate cream pie, which was decadent, silky, and perfectly whipped—a flawless end to the meal. I will absolutely be back as soon as possible.