Blackbird Restaurant
(312) 715-0708
619 W Randolph St
Chicago,
IL
60661
41.8845
-87.6437
Neighborhoods: West Side, Near West Side
What People Are Saying About Blackbird Restaurant
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
Space age in feel, this narrow, minimalist West Loop restaurant showcases highly seasonal fare its uber-hip following is all too happy to lap up, in close proximity, from their mod bucket-style chairs. On-point servers scuttle from sleek the white bar to the bank of tables lining the left wall, delivering thought-provoking wines that make sauerkraut bisque with house-made squab prosciutto sing. Finales live up to the hype, with choices like kalamata olive cake with honeycrisp apples, toffee and buttermilk ice cream.
User Reviews
cmroma
February 20, 2009
I have been going here since they opened and liked it better then. Now, it seems like the servers have bad attitudes. The tables are so close together that it is hard talk privately. The wine list is way overpriced. I had a glass of wine that was not good and when I sent it back they treated me like I was crazy. The food is usually still pretty good but the attitudes need to change!
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Lakeviewresident1
February 03, 2009
Some of my friends recommended this restaurant but is was not a good experience. The service was poor and the food was terrible with the exception of the endive salad. As a main course I tried the "Black Bird" sandwich which consisted of a tiny piece of white fish on a soggy piece of toast served with some chips. The fish tasted like it had been marinated in spice mustard for 2 days. The worst part of the meal was the dessert. I ordered the chocolate fritters which were 3 marble sized deep fried chocolates with a crusty coating and a little sorbet. They must have fried fish or shrimp in the same oil since that is what it tasted like. It was awful. This place is extremely overrated and I would not recommend it to anyone.
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Anonymous
December 09, 2008
This is probably one of the best restaurant I went to in Chicago! Ambiance was amazing and the food was so delicious! My favorite is the scallops dressed with cornmeal! I will definitely come back next time I am in town!
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The Extras:
The chic upstairs room seats parties of up to 56 for dinner (90 for cocktails).
Private Room:
Upstairs room accomodates private parties of X or more.
Fun Fact:
After a brief stint in computer science, Paul Kahan heard the call of the kitchen. He spent time at erwin and Topolobampo before opening Blackbird, and in 1999 was named one of America's best new chefs by Food & Wine Magazine.
Know Before You Go:
Plan to make a reservation, as they're all-but-required.
Save Money:
Blackbird now offers a $15, three-course lunch, which includes items like tahini carrot salad and a fish sandwich.
The Extras:
Just feel like sipping a glass of wine? Head next door to Avec, Blackbird's equally stylish, wine-centric counterpart.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Fine Dining, Outdoor Dining, Notable Chef, Private Rooms, People Watching, Online Reservations, Notable Wine List
Cuisine:
Notable Chef:
Paul Kahan
