Chicago Cut Steakhouse
33 people recommend, 7 warn against itvia r/chicagofood, r/AskChicago, X30 comments cited below
The comments cited below are a sample of the full tally across 28 threads.
What people say, in short
Chicago Cut draws repeated praise for its riverside setting and outdoor seating. One diner names it as a favorite when hosting out-of-town guests, and another ranks it highly for steak after work dinners. Other diners find the food weaker than the setting or poor value, and some advise choosing another steakhouse. The river location is a clearer point of agreement than the quality of the meal.
Address
Chicago Cut Steakhouse, 300 N La Salle Dr, Chicago, IL 60654
At a glance
- Best for
- Visitors
- Opinions divided
- Yes
Nearby on this map
Other places on this map closest to Chicago Cut Steakhouse, as the crow flies.
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/aliebrownn in r/chicagofood · Jul 2024ambience
Recommends the steakhouse for its beautiful river views.
- Recommendsu/SirBowsersniff in r/chicagofood · Sep 2026ambience
Loves Chicago Cut's old school vibe and lists it in their top five.
- Recommendsu/Square-Discussion698 in r/AskChicago · Mar 2026ambience
Says for classier options they like Chicago Cut.
- Recommendsu/EarnSomeRespect in r/chicagofood · Jul 2024
Has heard great things and notes it is open for lunch.
- Recommendsu/Buckeyeintheskys in r/chicagofood · Jul 2026
Calls Chicago Cut an old classic that won't disappoint.
- Mixedu/slybrows in r/chicagofood · Oct 2024ambience
Says the meal is not as great but the outdoor river space is impressively beautiful.
- Recommendsu/Enough-Swordfish5582 in r/chicagofood · Sep 2026
Names Chicago Cut when asked for the best steakhouse in Chicago.
- Caveatu/barryg123 in r/AskChicago · Mar 2025
Lists Chicago Cut among places to skip while in Chicago.
Show all 30 cited comments
- Recommendsu/jm44768 in r/chicagofood · Jan 2025
Lists it among several places to choose over another steakhouse.
- Recommendsu/make_me_breakfast in r/chicagofood · Oct 2026
Names Chicago Cut as a suggestion.
- Recommendsu/MidwestSig in r/chicagofood · Sep 2026ambience
Favorite steakhouse for out-of-town guests, praising river location and bar.
- Recommendsu/testing81789 in r/chicagofood · Jul 2026ambience
Recommends it for great views and good food.
- Caveatu/PeeFarts in r/chicagofood · Nov 2025service
Warned others off after a bad experience.
- Recommendsu/twistsg1 in r/chicagofood · Oct 2025service
Says they still love Chicago Cut and it is always first class.
- Recommendsu/blupo in r/AskChicago · Oct 2024
Calls Chicago Cut a personal favorite.
- Recommendsu/bolognesewhat37 in r/AskChicago · Oct 2024
Calls Chicago Cut quite good.
- Recommendsu/hamachee in r/chicagofood · Sep 2026
Lists Chicago Cut among steakhouse recommendations.
- Caveatu/hatsarestupid in r/chicagofood · May 2026
Advises avoiding the steakhouse at all costs.
- Recommendsu/Ok_Issue2222 in r/chicagofood · Feb 2026variety
Says Chicago Cut has prime rib on the daily menu.
- Recommendsu/iCashMon3y in r/chicagofood · Aug 2025taste
Says their skirt steak is awesome too.
- Recommendsu/CarrotLow7327 in r/AskChicago · Aug 2025ambience
Calls Chicago Cut a steakhouse on the river with great views and food, though very expensive.
- Recommendsu/Majestic-Mountain-83 in r/AskChicago · Mar 2025
Calls Cut the newer classic with a great location.
- Recommendsu/HsRada18 in r/chicagofood · Oct 2024
Ranks Chicago Cut second.
- Mixedu/SignedTheMonolith in r/AskChicago · Oct 2024
Says Chicago Cut was just alright.
- Caveat@DPLegend34 on X · Apr 2024taste
Commenter says their steak was the worst they've had and service was horrible; calls the place overrated.
- Caveatu/petmoo23 in r/chicagofood · May 2026
Says Chicago Cut is not the better option.
- Recommendsu/breadad1969 in r/chicagofood · Aug 2025service
Enjoyed dinner at the bar and liked the bourbon selection.
- Recommendsu/tekab1077 in r/AskChicago · Jul 2025ambience
Recommends Chicago Cut for its riverside outdoor seating view.
- Recommendsu/Imaginary_Ad_7693 in r/AskChicago · Mar 2025ambience
Recommends Chicago Cut on the river, preferring the main floor.
- Recommendsu/MrChiGuy22 in r/chicagofood · Jul 2024
Says lunch is better than dinner there.
More maps in Chicago, United States
- Places to visit in Chicago
- Best restaurants in Chicago
- Museums in Chicago
- Best pizza in Chicago
- Best burgers in Chicago
- Best cafés in Chicago
- Best breakfast in Chicago
- Best bars in Chicago
- Best sushi in Chicago
- Best ramen in Chicago
- Indian restaurants in Chicago
- Best brunch in Chicago
- Best seafood in Chicago
- Bookstores in Chicago
- Parks in Chicago
Did this page answer your question?
Freshness
Details last checked 10 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.