09/12/09

Another great steak

by Gesq

I will not claim that Sullivan's is my absolute favorite steak house in Chicago - there are so many great ones, each with their own character. Sullivans does, however, belong in the ranks of great Chicago steakhouses. It is very reminiscent of swanky supper clubs.

I've never had a bad meal here. It can, however, get loud in here so I wouldn't recommend it for a romantic evening. I love their bar area as well - there's usually a small jazz ensemble or pianist.

• Pros: Great Steaks, Great Bar Area, Friendly Staff
• Cons: Can be very crowded, Wait time without a reservation is long

08/12/09

Great food and service

by Vivianne

My husband and I arrived with our 3 kids very late after a show. We never thought they would serve us and to our surprise they let us sit (only one couple was there and they were paying the bill). The waiter was so friendly and nice and the steak was absolutely wonderful as well as the appetizers. We are going back next month and first place we'll go have dinner is Sullivan's!!

04/12/09

Good Place to Avoid

by doctorjon

My wife and I tried this venue in mid April of 2009 on a Friday night. We ordered filets - one 12 oz. and one petite cut. The 12 oz. had no flavor whatsoever. Thinking it might just me my taste buds, I asked to try a bite of my wife's petite. That was better, but nothing extraordinary. After only four bites of my 12 oz. filet, I sent it back, asking that I be given the petite cut instead. The waiter did what I asked and provided more mashed potatoes for me. The fresh steak was OK - not great.

We were charged for two petite cuts - fair enough on the surface, but considering it was our first visit and that the waiter told me "these things happen," I would have felt better had we been at least given another drink or something to make up for the tasteless steak. Moreover, the assistant manager questioned me about the situation. When I indicated that the steak had no flavor, she said "That is interesting." One uses the word "interesting" only when not knowing what else to say. How about "We are very sorry and please accept the petite filet on the house."

Never again for Sullivan's. We shall stick to Gibson's, Chicago Chop House, and Morton's.

• Pros: Nice Bar Area
• Cons: Food