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The Perfect Place to Fall in Love - Chemistry, Chicago, IL

Chemistry

4.4
4.4
1590 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 131 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
Chicago's premier black-owned steakhouse. Located in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood! Enjoy the finest steak while experiencing excellent white glove service. Chemistry exemplifies black excellence at its finest.

**Please Note** We are not open for dinner service on Friday night.

ALL RESERVATIONS ARE 90 MINUTES WITH A 15 MINUTE GRACE PERIOD

Large Parties over 12: Are unable to make an online reservation.
Please Email your request to reservations@chemistrychicago.com

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 6:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 7:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–1:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 891-2106
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Please Email your request to reservations@chemistrychicago.com

What 1,590 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chemistry offers a vibrant dining experience with "incredible food," attentive service, and a lively atmosphere. The ambiance is perfect for celebrations, with live music and DJs enhancing the vibe. While some guests found the noise level high, the "beautiful setting" and "delicious dishes" make it a popular choice for special occasions.

1,590 Reviews
  1. Raymaine

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A true vibe and experience that most will crave to experience again and again 5stars highly recommended!

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  2. Tee

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10. Staff was warm and friendly. Food was absolutely amazing as well as the drinks.

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  3. Courtney

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I’ve been here twice…. First time it was my birthday the whole experience was a 10/10, Service was excellent, music, etc. I had lamb chops/Mac & they were so good. I went here on 12/23/24 the service wasn’t horrible but it wasn’t good either. I stated online in the comments that it was my bf birthday, didn’t get a birthday menu. Didn’t get the “table smoke” this time, didn’t get the cards that come on your table (when most younger content creators come for the aesthetic besides the food) didn’t get asked do we want to order drinks I almost forgot to get one! Speed up.. Everybody at my table had gotten they food atleast 10/15 minutes before me and the waiter had to ask me “what I order again”.. I ordered the same thing as the person across from me… The waiter was really nice he just seemed to be in a rush. It was busy but still. Slow Down. The vibes were there music is good, the band was okay to us I prefer the regular music it’s not worth the 5% live entertainment fee tbh. Overall it’s a cool restaurant with a nice staff, cool vibe and great food!

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  4. Latashua

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I really enjoyed Funday Brunch. My son celebrating his 21st birthday here and really enjoyed his experience. The vibe was definitely fitting for his age group. The M.C. was energetic and the d.j. kept the crowd grooving. His friends said that they would for sure come back again.

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  5. Veneta

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came to celebrate my God-Sister’s 60th Birthday. Chemistry didn’t disappoint us!!! We had a phenomenal time together with our server, Jerrod, whom became part of our family! We enjoyed our delicious food, awesome singers & band, and joyous ambiance! We will be back again! Veneta and my 3 Sisters

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  6. Aaron

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The entertainment was too loud and the food was below average especially for the price point. The chair I sat in had wobbly legs and I felt as though I’d fall to the floor all night. I was served wine in a dirty glass and it took about 20 minutes for the issue to be rectified. Overall less than ideal experience

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  7. Noelle

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was cold, like Luke warm the whole tables food was Luke warm like it had been heated up! The steak was not tender ! The service was good but the waitress was drunk he kept forgetting things kept walking past us without refilling our drinks we asked multiple times!!!

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  8. Andrew

    VIP

    Chicago

    52 reviews

    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we walked in the door, we felt like we were special and the entire restaurant staff was awaiting our arrival. From the owner to the server and even the mixologist behind the bar, made our experience magical and unforgettable. The was not our first visit, just one of the best! The food was delicious and the dessert was sinfully tasty. Thank you Chemistry for giving my wife an amazing birthday celebration!!

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  9. Sharee

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time at Chemistry. I went for the trap brunch for my birthday. I loved the trap brunch vibes and the food was decent. I like the interior design. I do feel as though they can improve customer service. I would go again though. 

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  10. Marquis

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I would have given it a 3 star but I didn’t because you can’t force your waiters to be nice. She was very dry. When we got there she gave us no silverware. Some waiter randomly gave us some when he seen us eating with our hands. Then i asked for straws and didn’t get them until after I was half way done with our meal and I asked for these straws prior to even ordering my food. Last but not least gratuity was at 20% and she definitely only served 15% as a common courtesy because may she was just having a bad day. If I would have had a great experience I would have properly topped more than 20% actually. But just thought I make that clear. She had a very low haircut and it was colored hair. Not good waitress can’t even call her name. Live music was good and the food was descent. Wasn’t amazing but wasn’t bad. It was average. Not over the top but not basic either. Great entertainment by the way. Energy is definitely live

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Chemistry is rated 4.4 stars by 1590 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 131 times today

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Google Map for Chemistry

5121 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Hyde Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 6:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 7:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–1:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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