L2O
(773) 868-0002
2300 N Lincoln Park W
Chicago,
IL
60614
41.9239
-87.6366
Neighborhoods: Lincoln Park, North Side
What People Are Saying About L2O
The Editor
Jennifer Olvera
Citysearch
In Short
Situated in the historic Belden-Stratford hotel, this globally minded seafood spot swaths diners in luxury even before they perch at heavily grained tables with Jetsons-esque seats. Floor- to-ceiling wires create the illusion of privacy while dividing the subdued, neutral space that's manned by unobtrusive servers wheeling sculptural carts. The menu is divided into raw, warm and main selections, and the prix-fixe approach means diners choose one from each category, plus dessert. Although the menu changes, examples might include cherrywood-scented golden eye sea bream with shiso bud or lamb tartare with ebi shrimp, pickled peach and tarragon. Every last detail, down to the bread that's served, is intricately constructed.
Photo by Katherine Bryant
User Reviews
mfeay
September 06, 2008
It was very accomplished service. The food was beautiful and tasty. You know it is expensive, but the wine list had a little surprise. The wine was priced by the half bottle, but served (as expected) by the bottle, so we thought there had been a mistake. I guess the wine was worth the $90 per bottle price, but the surprise on recieving the bill was embarrassing.
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ChrisGrohneWilson
May 23, 2008
After my dinner last night, I can still barely construct a sentance. It is that good. Go to L2O as soon as you can.
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AmyQPublic
May 19, 2008
Opening night was Wednesday, May 14th. Had I not known it was opening night, I wouldn't have noticed as dinner was flawless. The dining room is fairly minimalistic but luxurious with leather chairs and wood walls. The service was gracious and attentive from my welcome at the front door until the end. My favorite dishes were octopus with coconut foam and skate wing with a red wine reduction and asparagus. Dessert was shockingly good and the simply named "Chocolate and Raspberry" had everything from raspberry cotton candy to dark ganache on one plate. I have a feeling this will be the hottest restaurant soon. There is something for foodies and the "see and be seen" crowd. Wow!
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Know Before You Go:
Diners should expect to pay $165 for the 12-course tasting menu or $110 for the four-course prix-fixe menu. A handful of seasonal a la carte selections can be added in or swapped out with preordained selections.
Look Good:
Jackets are recommended for men dining here. Similarly, women should be well-heeled.
The Extras:
The restaurant offers customized shabu-shabu service at tables.
Where to Sit:
Plan ahead and reserve the intimate tatami room.
Fun Fact:
Here's how the restaurant got its name: L stands for the chef's first name, and 2O refers to the last half of the molecule, water, that's critical to seafood's success.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Fine Dining, Notable Chef, Hidden Find, People Watching, Online Reservations, Date Spot, Notable Wine List
