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Grill on 21, Chicago, IL

Grill on 21

4.5
4.5
196 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
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Grill on 21

4.5
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
River North (Chicago)

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2 people
8:00 pm
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for brunch
A modern interpretation of the classic American Grill, Grill on 21 is an elevated dining experience within The LaSalle Hotel, an Autograph Collection hotel by Marriott.

Deftly paying homage to tradition while acknowledging modern-day tastes and lifestyles, our menu celebrates quality, seasonality, locality, responsibility, health, and authenticity. As a cohesive blend of classic style, contemporary cuisines, and highly personalized service, Grill on 21 turns the daily breakfast, lunch, or dinner into a moment worth savoring.

Parking Validation is available for guests parked at 326 S Wells Self-Park Garage. Please bring your parking slip with you to be validated at the restaurant.

On weekends and weeknights after 4pm park for FREE at 326 S Wells Self-Park Garage with a meal purchase of $25 or more. Please bring your parking slip with you to be validated at the restaurant. Not valid for valet parking.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 634-0000
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • Christmas Day Buffet

    USD 25.00 - USD 125.00 per person

    25 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate the holiday season with a dining experience that is a Cut Above at Grill on 21! Join us on Christmas Day for an exquisite holiday buffet complete with carving station, raw bar, fresh seafood, healthy salads, upscale comfort food, home made desserts and a selection of tasty kids options! Adults are $120, and kids under 12 are $25. Menu Coming Soon Parking Validation available for guests parked at 326 S Wells Self-Park Garage. Please bring your parking slip with you to be validated at the restaurant.
    Christmas Day Buffet photo
  • Celebratory 4-Course New Years Eve Dinner

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at Grill on 21 with a luxurious prix fixe dinner by Chefs James Menendez and Antonio Bolanos. Enjoy expertly prepared meats, exquisite bites, and flavors designed to elevate your final meal of 2024. Each course is carefully curated for an unforgettable experience. The evening continues with live jazz, festive décor, and a midnight toast, setting the perfect ambiance for an elegant celebration. Capture memories at our selfie station to make your night last forever. Reserve now for a sophisticated, unforgettable evening. Space is limited! Menu Coming Soon. Early Bird Special: Book by December 7th for a complimentary glass of bubbly during dinner.

What 196 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Grill on 21 offers a delightful dining experience with "great food and outstanding service." Guests enjoy its "elevated ambiance" and unique menu options. Highlights include excellent cocktails, live music, and attentive staff. While some service issues were noted, the restaurant remains a "great choice" for special occasions and business meals alike.

196 Reviews
  1. Elaine

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    After seeing the movie Wicked, I wanted to treat my granddaughter from college & her friend, as well as my 13 year old granddaughter & my son to dinner. Love visiting downtown restaurants & found Grill 21 on the Open Table app. Decided to book a reservation after the movie. Arrived about 15 minutes earlier than reservation time, but was seated immediately. The 5 of us were seated in a nice booth. Our server April was exceptionally courteous & respectful. The food was brought out in a timely manner & we all enjoyed our meal with no complaints. First time there, will definitely visit again. Thank you!
    Grill on 21Responded 2 days ago
    Dear Elaine, We are so pleased to learn you had such an enjoyable dining experience at Grill on 21. Thank you for taking the time to let others know. Hoping to have the pleasure of serving you again soon. Best regards, Jose and The Grill on 21 Team

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  2. Chantal

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    First thing first. 1. My mother and I arrived at our scheduled reservation time and were told by a very unfriendly (meaning she was very stern looking) pale hostess. Not what you expect to be greeted with when arrive. 2. Then we were told we would have to wait 20 minutes until we are to be seated, but it came quickly thanks to Anastasia (she was very helpful and friendly) like a person who works in hospitality should be. 3. The food was subpar to be honest and to say the least, from the over cooked macaroni (the noodles were way too soft) you didn’t even have to chew it, it was so soft! The mash potatoes were extremely runny, not thick like mash potatoes should be. The meat carver server, you could truly tell he did not want to be there. Very stark looking, but also the way he cut the Turkey and ham was crass and he just took his gloved hand (at least) and just picked up the cuts of meat and flopped it on your plate, or at least mines and the stuffing was disgusting! I mean stove top would have been 100 times better. 4. Lastly they tried to make us pay for complimentary drinks (due to being told we had to wait, when we first arrived) but, when I asked, they did kindly remove them, but they should not have added them to begin with. To sum this up for $125 per person, this truly and honestly was not worth it at all so dissapointed with this “Thanksgiving meal” NEVER EVER AGAIN!!!!
    Grill on 21Responded 2 days ago
    Dear Chantal, Please accept our most sincere apologies for offering you such an undesirable dining experience. Your comments are very important to us and they have been shared with management for review. Please know that this is not how we want our guests to feel when they dine with us and we are sorry for the inconvenience we may have caused you. Sincerely, Jose and The Grill on 21 Team

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  3. Sanford

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent Thanksgiving buffet with perfect juicy turkey and amazing seafood bar
    Grill on 21Responded 2 days ago
    Dear Sanford, Thank you for spending your Thanksgiving with us and for taking the time to let others know it was an enjoyable dining experience. Please join us again soon. Best regards, Jose and The Grill on 21 Team

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  4. Gail

    Grand Rapids

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was tasty, but my steak and asparagus were both room temperature. The service was professional and friendly, but not as quick as I expected in a restaurant with those price points. They had live jazz in the adjoining lounge area, which was nice. The Limencello Mascarpone was amazing!
    Grill on 21Responded 2 days ago
    Dear Gail, Thank you for being our guest and for your feedback. We are so sorry we offered you a less than stellar dining experience. Your comments have been shared with management for review. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience you may have experienced. Sincerely, Jose and The Grill on 21 Team

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  5. Rand

    New York City

    50 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great option for hotel guests - the food and service were excellent. A bit pricy.
    Grill on 21Responded 2 days ago
    Dear Rand, Thank you for being our guest and for your review. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Best regards, Jose and The Grill on 21 Team

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  6. dennis

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a delightful discovery! Stepping into this restaurant, I was immediately struck by the beautifully designed space. The interior seamlessly blends elegance with comfort, creating an inviting atmosphere that sets the perfect tone for any meal. While breakfast can often be an afterthought at many establishments, this restaurant exceeded my modest expectations. The food was nothing short of excellent - each dish thoughtfully prepared and expertly executed. Our server was attentive without being intrusive, demonstrating the kind of polished professionalism you'd expect at a fine dining dinner service. The entire experience - from the sophisticated ambiance to the great service and excellent food quality - proved to be a wonderful surprise. Sometimes the best experiences come when you least expect them, and this restaurant delivers precisely that kind of pleasant surprise. This is a solid choice.
    Grill on 21Responded 2 days ago
    Dear dennis, We are to thrilled you had such an enjoyable dining experience at Grill on 21. Thank you for taking the time to share that with others. Hoping to have the pleasure of serving you again soon. Best regards, Jose and The Grill on 21 Team

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  7. Karen

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My friends and I was able to reserve a table for 3 on line with very little wait. I ordered Crab cake, Blue wedge salad and 6 oz filet. The food was excellent. I ordered my filet med rare and it was cooked perfect. I would return.
    Grill on 21Responded 2 days ago
    Dear Karen, Thank you for taking the time to give Grill on 21 a 5 star review. We are thrilled. Looking forward to welcoming you back again soon. Best regards, Jose and The Grill on 21 Team

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  8. Marie

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and the service was excellent!
    Grill on 21Responded on 12 November 2024
    Dear Marie, Thank you for the great review. Please join us again soon. Best regards, Jose and The Grill on 21 Team

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  9. RICHARD

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great traditional Chicago style steakhouse on the 21st floor at the LaSalle Hotel. We immensely enjoyed our meal and the outstanding service from the staff. They have a spectacular cocktail menu. If you like Old Fashioneds, this is the place. They have like 5-6 items to choose from. I highly recommend the "Not So Old Fashioned". Ambience was nice. You can hold a conversation and be heard even when entertainment is playing at the bar, something lacking in today's Chicago restaurant scene unfortunately. Really enjoyed our meal. We will be back.
    Grill on 21Responded on 12 November 2024
    Dear RICHARD, Thank you for taking the time to let others know you enjoyed your Grill on 21 dining experience. Hoping to have the pleasure of serving you again soon. Best regards, Jose and The Grill on 21 Team

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  10. Wendell

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great,service was great, atmosphere was great, we will be going back here for sure!!
    Grill on 21Responded on 12 November 2024
    Dear Wendell, We are so pleased to learn you had an enjoyable dining experience at Grill on 21. Thank you for letting others know. Looking forward to welcoming you back! Best regards, Jose and The Grill on 21 Team

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Grill on 21 is rated 4.5 stars by 196 OpenTable diners.

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Grill on 21

4.5
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
River North (Chicago)

Make a booking

2 people
8:00 pm
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Grill on 21

208 S LaSalle St, Chicago, IL 60604

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
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