The Alston
8 people recommendvia r/chicagofood9 comments cited below
What people say, in short
The Alston draws recommendations for steak in a polished, lively setting. Two commenters place it among their favorite Chicago steak choices, and another likes the food and cocktails. One diner found the filet excellent but describes a mishandled anniversary reservation that soured the visit. Cost is also a recurring caveat. The attractive room and enthusiastic steak reports do not erase that mixed experience.
Address
The Alston, 750 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654
At a glance
- Opinions divided
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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/bonerjams99 in r/chicagofood · Nov 2025
Says The Alston is good.
- Recommendsu/ipso in r/chicagofood · Dec 2025ambience
Lists it among places fitting the trendy vibe.
- Recommendsu/Automatic_Leek_4716 in r/chicagofood · Dec 2025
Names Alston as a recommendation.
- Recommendsu/GoodFastCheapPickTwo in r/chicagofood · Dec 2025taste
Solid food and cocktails with a trendy scene.
- Mixedu/ZeppelinBonzo in r/chicagofood · Oct 2025service
Reservation was botched but the filet was among the best and they enjoyed the food.
- Recommendsu/Livid-Plankton5765 in r/chicagofood · Sep 2026
Puts Alston at the top of their list.
- Recommendsu/shmadam5515 in r/chicagofood · Sep 2026taste
Names The Alston their top favorite steak, though pricey.
- Recommendsu/Extra_Palpitation996 in r/chicagofood · Oct 2025service
New, beautiful space with great service and food.
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- Recommendsu/blipsman in r/chicagofood · Oct 2026
Names it as a suggestion.
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