River Roast

4.5

3352 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

14 Mar 2025

11:30 pm

Booked 101 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Charming
Good for special occasions

Situated on the iconic Chicago River with stunning views of downtown, River Roast is a lively social house and gathering place. The menu features contemporary American tavern fare with dramatic presentations of whole roasted chicken, whole roasted fish and slow roasted beef; all carved table-side. The food is handcrafted, yet rustic, with many plates designed for sharing. The bar offers a large selection of local beer, craft cocktails, beer, and wine. With one of the best patios in Chicago, River Roast is a great place to enjoy dining outside on a hot summer afternoon or a crisp fall evening. River Roast Private Events offers six spaces, all with spectacular views, for parties from 10 to 1,000. Saturday and Sunday features our Brunch menu from 11:00AM-3PM. We are open Mon-Fri for lunch and daily for dinner.

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Location
315 N LaSalle Blvd, Chicago, IL 60654
Phone number
(312) 822-0100
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Gastro Pub
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet is located on the east side of LaSalle, just north the LaSalle Street Bridge.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jason Qureshi
Delivery & takeout
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Experiences

Pappy Van Winkle Dinner
USD 200.00 per person
Prepaid
16 Mar 2025 only
6:00 pm
Join us for an exclusive Pappy Van Winkle Pairing Dinner. Indulge in a curated 5-course menu featuring exquisite dishes paired with 1oz pours of the legendary Pappy Van Winkle bourbons: Old Rip Van Winkle Pappy Van Winkle Special Reserve 12-Year Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13-Year Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve 15-Year This is a unique opportunity to savor rare and highly sought-after spirits in a delightful culinary setting while Pappy Van Winkle Experts onsite fill you with knowledge of the history, the distilling and fermentation process, and tasting notes for each tasting.
Pappy Van Winkle Dinner
USD 250.00 per person
Prepaid
16 Mar 2025 only
6:00 pm
Join us for an exclusive Pappy Van Winkle Pairing Dinner. Indulge in a curated 5-course menu featuring exquisite dishes paired with 1oz pours of the legendary Pappy Van Winkle bourbons: Old Rip Van Winkle Pappy Van Winkle Special Reserve 12-Year Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13-Year Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve 15-Year This is a unique opportunity to savor rare and highly sought-after spirits in a delightful culinary setting while Pappy Van Winkle Experts onsite fill you with knowledge of the history, the distilling and fermentation process, and tasting notes for each tasting.

Offers

Delivery
Multiple dates available
Mon - Thu - 11:30 am - 7:45 pm,Fri - 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Needing a night in but wanting a great meal? River Roast has got your back. Let us bring the goods to you! Order for delivery today.
Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The happiest of hours is at River Roast, Monday-Friday from 4pm-6pm. Whether your vibe is Half Off Martinis or a Miller High Life, we’ve got you covered!
Weekend Brunch
Multiple dates available
Sun - 11:30 am - 2:45 pm,Sat - 11:30 am - 2:45 pm
Get your day off started the right way with a mimosa & a gorgeous view of the river. Our brunch menu is available every Saturday and Sunday between 11:o0am-3pm. We’ve got something for everyone!

Popular dishes

CharcuterieUSD 18.00
Pickles, Fruit Preserves, Mustard, Toasted Sourdough. Choice of: Chicken Liver Mousse, Finocchiona, Calabrese, Prosciutto, 'Nduja
- 3 SelectionsUSD 18.00
- 5 SelectionsUSD 30.00
CheeseUSD 18.00
Honey, Fruit Preserves, Toasted Sourdough. Choice of: Red Rock, English Cheddar; Evalon, Firm Goat; Humboldt Fog, Semi-Soft Goat; Trillium, Triple Cream; Sneak, Aged Gouda
- 3 SelectionsUSD 18.00
- 5 SelectionsUSD 30.00
Mushroom ToastUSD 11.00
Roasted Shimeji Mushrooms, Scallions, Herb Aioli
Spinach Artichoke DipUSD 12.00
Parmesan Crust & Grilled Sourdough
Golden GobbetsUSD 13.00
Seasoned Fried Chicken, Honey
BurrataUSD 18.00
Grilled Peaches, Apricot Compote, Crispy Prosciutto, Balsamic, Mint
Shrimp and Crab ToastUSD 13.00
Avocado, Shrimp Mousse, Fried Brioche
Blistered Shishito PeppersUSD 12.00
Harissa, Lemon Yogurt

Sandwiches

Benedict*USD 16.00
Smoked Salmon, Pickled Onion, Capers, Spicy Hollandaise
RR Burger*USD 17.00
Double Patties, Caramelized Onion, Bibb Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles, American Cheese, 1000 Island
Lobster Burger*USD 23.00
6oz Lobster Cake, Smashed Avocado, Bibb Lettuce, Tomato
Fried ChickenUSD 17.00
Sriracha Pickle, Spicy Remoulade, Butter Lettuce

Brunch

Chicken & WafflesUSD 17.00
Powdered Sugar, Maple Syrup
French ToastUSD 16.00
Strawberry, Lemon Ricotta
Belgian WafflesUSD 14.00
Fresh Berries, Powdered Sugar
Steak & EggsUSD 39.00
2 Eggs, 8oz Beef, Potatoes
Chef's BreakfastUSD 16.00
2 Eggs, Potatoes, Toast, Sausage or Bacon
Market Scramble*USD 16.00
Egg Whites, Spinach, Mushroom, Red & Green Peppers
Today's OmeletteUSD 15.00
Seasonally Inspired

Market Salads

Protein Additions: Cold Smoked Salmon +$7, Chicken +$5, Beef* +$8

Crispy ChickenUSD 16.00
Romaine, Tomato, Corn, Cheddar Cheese, Red Radish, Crispy Chicken, Buttermilk Ranch
ArugulaUSD 16.00
Bacon, Blue Cheese, Tomato, Onion, Balsamic Vinaigrette
RR ChoppedUSD 15.00
Romaine, Feta Cheese Roasted Pepper Onion Relish, Olive, Tomato Red Wine Vinaigrette

Roasts

Hand-Carved Tableside

Featured Roast - Grilled Skirt SteakUSD 65.00
Cipollini Agrodolce & Pink Peppercorn Butter
Roast Beef*USD 32.00
Local, Slow & Tender
- 8ozUSD 32.00
- 16ozUSD 64.00
- 24ozUSD 96.00
Berkshire Pork ChopUSD 22.00
Cider Brined & Apple Wood Smoked, Apple Cider Nage
- 12ozUSD 22.00
- 24ozUSD 43.00
Roast ChickenUSD 25.00
Apple Wood Smoked, RR Potatoes
- HalfUSD 25.00
- WholeUSD 40.00
Whole FishUSD 46.00
Fire Roasted, Salsa Verde, Tomatoes & Herbs
Roasted PoblanoUSD 26.00
Black Bean Corn Stuffing, Avocado Puree, Salsa Verde, Seasonal Vegetables

Side Dishes

Yogurt ParfaitUSD 12.00
Fresh Berries, Honey
Breakfast MeatUSD 10.00
Thick Slab Bacon or Sausage
English Muffin or ToastUSD 12.00
Seasonal Jam
Mac & CheeseUSD 12.00
Fontina, Cheddar, Garlic Herb Breadcrumb
Grilled CarrotsUSD 12.00
Coriander Dill Yogurt
RR PotatoesUSD 12.00
Crispy Fried, Red Wine Vinaigrette

Mimosa Kits

served with fresh berries and assorted juice

Carletto, Prosecco BrutUSD 70.00
Vendaval, Blanc de BlancsUSD 74.00
Veuve Clicquot, Champagne BrutUSD 121.00

What 3,352 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
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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Chicago
Great for scenic views

Review summary

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River Roast offers a "fabulous experience" with "amazing" food and a "wonderful" riverside ambiance. The "roast chicken" is a standout, praised for being "very moist" and "perfectly seasoned." Service is often "exceptional," especially when dining outside. Despite some management hiccups, the "beautiful views" and vibrant atmosphere make it a popular choice.

3,352 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, tasty food, and decent happy hour deals!
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Wendy
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My experience was amazing as usual!!! Thank you so much!!!
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Mathew
St. Louis18 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really enjoyed our dinner and service. Imaginative menu. Comfort foods in New ways. Will definitely go again.
River RoastResponded 3 days ago
Mathew, we're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your dinner and the service! Our team loves getting creative with comfort foods, and it's great to know you appreciated it. We can't wait to welcome you back for another delicious experience!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Chicago12 reviews
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
I love the reassurance. I will defiantly be back again. The experience me and my guest had this time was only tarnished because we felt rushed out at the end of dinner purhaps that was my fault for booking a late dinner at 8:15pm. You could tell the stag was ready to go (understandable) but they kept coming back to the table and trying to clean it while we were still eating. So we felt we were in the way and just asked for to go boxes. This was just one bad experience, the many times I’ve come but it certainly through us off a bit.
River RoastResponded 3 days ago
Hi OpenTable Diner, thanks for sharing your experience. We appreciate your loyalty and are glad to hear you'll be back. We're sorry to hear about the rushed feeling during your visit; we’ll work on improving our timing. Your feedback is valuable to us!
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Karen VIP
Washington DC20 reviews
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
I was not impressed. The food is very average and overpriced for what you get. It was also incredibly salty. A salad tasted like salt, a soup was inedible and we sent it back, and the branzino was covered in salt. It may have been someone new the kitchen but the food was just awful. I was embarrassed that I selected this place to rale a client.
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Ira VIP
Chicago18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, nice ambiance and nice amount of food.
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Lauren
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waitress was fantastic! The food came out quick and was delicious
River RoastResponded 3 days ago
Thanks for the awesome feedback, Lauren! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your experience and that our team made a great impression. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more delicious meals!
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Karen VIP
Chicago219 reviews
4.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful food and service. Not great on gluten-free options but the waitress was very accommodating to help with the meal selections. Nice location right on the river and pleasant ambiance. One minor complaint - water refill was not really offered but I am sure we could have asked.
River RoastResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for the thoughtful feedback, Karen! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food and service. We're always looking to improve our gluten-free options and appreciate your input. We'll also remind our team to be more proactive with water refills. We hope to see you again soon!
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Charmaine
Indiana6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was amazing. The waiter was perfect and suggested excellent alternatives.
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Kate VIP
Chicago17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always wonderful coming here! The food was heavenly. Amra, my waitress, was full of positive energy. I really enjoyed myself, and as always, thank you for the wonderful service.
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FAQs

River Roast offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. River Roast also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 822-0100.

River Roast is rated 4.5 stars by 3352 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

14 Mar 2025

11:30 pm

Booked 101 times today

Experiences are available.

315 N LaSalle Blvd, Chicago, IL 60654

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(312) 822-0100
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Gastro Pub
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet is located on the east side of LaSalle, just north the LaSalle Street Bridge.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jason Qureshi
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

River Roast

Make a booking

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Pappy Van Winkle Dinner

Pappy Van Winkle Dinner

Delivery

Happy Hour

Weekend Brunch

Roast Chicken

Roast Beef

French Toast

Bites & Boards

CharcuterieUSD 18.00

CheeseUSD 18.00

Mushroom ToastUSD 11.00

Spinach Artichoke DipUSD 12.00

Golden GobbetsUSD 13.00

BurrataUSD 18.00

Shrimp and Crab ToastUSD 13.00

Blistered Shishito PeppersUSD 12.00

Sandwiches

Benedict*USD 16.00

RR Burger*USD 17.00

Lobster Burger*USD 23.00

Fried ChickenUSD 17.00

Brunch

Chicken & WafflesUSD 17.00

French ToastUSD 16.00

Belgian WafflesUSD 14.00

Steak & EggsUSD 39.00

Chef's BreakfastUSD 16.00

Market Scramble*USD 16.00

Today's OmeletteUSD 15.00

Market Salads

Crispy ChickenUSD 16.00

ArugulaUSD 16.00

RR ChoppedUSD 15.00

Roasts

Featured Roast - Grilled Skirt SteakUSD 65.00

Roast Beef*USD 32.00

Berkshire Pork ChopUSD 22.00

Roast ChickenUSD 25.00

Whole FishUSD 46.00

Roasted PoblanoUSD 26.00

Side Dishes

Yogurt ParfaitUSD 12.00

Breakfast MeatUSD 10.00

English Muffin or ToastUSD 12.00

Mac & CheeseUSD 12.00

Grilled CarrotsUSD 12.00

RR PotatoesUSD 12.00

Mimosa Kits

Carletto, Prosecco BrutUSD 70.00

Vendaval, Blanc de BlancsUSD 74.00

Veuve Clicquot, Champagne BrutUSD 121.00

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