Bavette's Bar & Boeuf

"Part of Brendan Sodikoff's growing empire (Au Cheval, Gilt), this "cool", "trendy" River North chophouse is home to extravagant New American and Euro-inspired fare." Full review

"Exuding sultry, jazz-era charm, Brendan Sodikoff'€™s sexy steakhouse is more than the sum of its parts." Full review

"The $56, 24-ounce dry-aged rib-eye is the real deal, a seriously good cut of meat... but there's a lot more to Bavette's than boeuf." Full review

"The fried chicken is crazy good, the juicy wings encased in a flaky and crunchy crust; the roast chicken is otherworldly." Full review

"What do you get when you cross -exposed brick, softly ambient lighting, the sexy thrum of Nina Simone and classic steakhouse fare? A dining experience that offers a prelude to a kiss." Full review

"Luscious steakhouse with a young creative bent."

"This restaurant doesn’t need a cheap trick or funny shtick to get noticed. Instead, Bavette’s is just really f*cking good at being a steakhouse." Full review

"A dinner offering that clearly values tradition over pomp: meatloaf, crisp wedge salad, and really really good steak frites." Full review

"Dark salon atmosphere meets fine dining in this River North hot spot." Full review

"With a sultry jazz soundtrack and speakeasy ambience, this swanky destination is unfailingly packed every evening with a boisterous crowd" Full review