(312) 491-5804
951 W Fulton Mkt
Chicago,
IL
60607
41.8867
-87.6514
Neighborhoods: West Side, Near West Side
Hours:
Mon-Thu 5pm-11pm
Fri-Sat 5pm-12am
Lounge: Fri-Sat until 1am
Price:
$$$
Parking:
Street
from Emilie Zanger
What People Are Saying About OTOM Restaurant
The Editor
Emilie Zanger
Citysearch
Seasonal flavors and straightforward cooking take center stage at this mod Warehouse District bistro. No levitating food here; chef Thomas Bowman leaves most of the more far-out gastro-wizardry to sibling restaurant Moto next door. Instead, the menu touts market-fresh ingredients that shine in innovative preparations, from light and Mediterranean-inspired (seared octopus with tomato confit and grilled fennel) to down-home and soul-satisfying (a purple yam waffle with fried chicken breast, soft-boiled egg and okra). The dining room, with its exposed brick and wood floors, glows with accents of…
07/10/08
Great atmosphere, attentive service and amazing food
by tangy215
We tried this place because our poor college student wallets were too sad to afford it's sister restaurant, MOTO (with Iron Chef America champion Chef Cantu and pastry chef protege Chef Roche). To our delight, this choice did not fall short of our excitement and expectation! The atmosphere at OTOM was fun and trendy. The food was amazing! Try the salmon cerviche and the short rib ravioli! The drinks here are great too! They were like nothing I've tasted before! There is so much careful detail paid in putting together each of the dishes here. It truly makes the difference! The presentation of everything was beautiful and the sauces and garnishes were innovative and delicious! With hints of the molecular gastronomy techniques used at MOTO, OTOM's own dishes were definitely interesting and truly one-of-a-kind!
Unfortunately, the bill came out a bit higher than we had originally intended, but the experience, food, and excellent service made the trip well-worth our money! This is one of my new favorite restaurants in the city!
- Pros: Great service, food, ambience. Plenty of street parking and vallet if you prefer
- Cons: Light portion sizes
The Details on OTOM Restaurant
The Extras:
Looking for a more casual weeknight or late-night bite? Sit in the lounge and order from the edited bar menu, which boasts several lower-priced spins on pub grub, including a burger topped with white cheddar, a fried egg and bacon mayo and served with garlic sweet potato fries.
What to Drink:
The cocktails coming from the bar are every bit as innovative as the food on the plates, and while the offerings vary by season, you can't go wrong with one that features made-in-house bitters.
Save Money:
Go on Tuesdays for the Tuesday Taste menu, a rotating three-course tasting for just $25.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Late Night Dining, Hidden Find, People Watching, Business Dining, Date Spot, Upscale Casual Dining, Group Dining, Bar Scene
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