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Gilt Bar

6.8Friend Score / 10

#11 of 20 Bars & Nightlife in Chicago

Known forChicken & Morel Pot PieDouble Wagyu CheeseburgerSteak TartareHamachi Crudo
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Gilt Bar is an upscale Chicago restaurant and cocktail destination known for impeccable execution across both food and drinks. Must-try items include the Chicken & Morel Pot Pie, double wagyu cheeseburger, steak tartare, and expertly crafted cocktails like the Whiskey Sour and Hemingway Daiquiri. The main dining room books up quickly—expect a wait at peak times, though the basement bar and lounge offer a more intimate alternative with their own character.

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Hours
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Price$$$
Phone(312) 464-9544
Websitegiltbarchicago.com
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Last verifiedJuly 21, 2026

Friend Score

6.8/10
  • Value7.0
  • excellence8.5
  • local_love6.0
  • Authenticity7.0
  • fame_sustained8.0
  • distinctiveness7.5
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Last reviewed July 21, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.