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State and Lake Chicago Tavern, Chicago, IL

State and Lake Chicago Tavern

4.2
4.2
1557 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 pm

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Booked 24 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
The sleek contemporary State and Lake Chicago Tavern combines the flair of artisanal American cuisine with the warm, welcoming vibe of a neighborhood pub. Named after the iconic intersection in the heart of the city, State and Lake Chicago Tavern serves up new twists on tavern fare, with an emphasis on featuring the finest locally sourced and wholesome ingredients.
Putting a modern spin on traditional tavern dining, the inviting decor features cork floors, leather walls and plush banquettes, radiating upscale hospitality and exceptional service. Cozy enough to lounge in and stylish enough for business, State and Lake Chicago Tavern is ideal for guests and locals alike looking to unwind over a drink, gather together to watch a game, or grab a pre-theater bite before heading to the nearby historic theater district. Whether it's a lunchtime escape or a Happy Hour go-to at the intimate bar, theWit's award-winning eatery takes traditional tavern dining to the next level.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 6:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:30 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (312) 239-9400
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Taus
  • Private party facilities
    State and Lake Chicago Tavern is an ideal location to enjoy a breakfast event, business or girl’s luncheon, or a plethora of events including after work receptions, rehearsal dinners, or corporate dinners. A warm rustic space filled with organic colors and vintage elements.
  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross Street
    Lake Street
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is offered through the hotel:<br />0 - 3 hours: $28<br />3+ hours: $45<br />
  • Public transit
    Red Line: State and LakeBrown/Purple/Green/Orange Line: State and LakeBlue Line: Clark and Lake
  • Entertainment
    FRIDAY AND SATURDAY: Live Acoustic Music 10PM
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,557 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.8Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
State and Lake Chicago Tavern shines with its "fantastic food and service," making it a great choice for pre-theater dining. The cozy atmosphere and attentive staff create a welcoming experience. Guests rave about the "amazing" steaks and delicious cocktails. Though service can vary, the "beautiful" decor and convenient location ensure a memorable visit.
1,557 Reviews
  1. Susan

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was good and I like the atmosphere. We were going to a show at the Chicago Theater. The waiter promised our meal by a certain time and it didn’t happen.

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  2. Geoffrey

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I wish I could review the food, but after an hour and a half and only getting our appetizers, we needed to leave to go to a show next door that we had tickets to. I was amazed at the offer to knock 50% of the bill while failing to provide either entree or dessert. The 2 food items that did come out of the kitchen were an avo salmon toast and a beet salad. The salmon was a small amount of lox stuffed into a dry, untoasted Hawaiian roll with some ranch dressing. Wasn’t bad, but also easily could have been something handed out at the sample counter at Costco. The beet salad was a large plate of greens with 5 or 6 small cubes of canned beets. I’m hopeful the entrees were better, but 90 minutes was too long to wait to find out.

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  3. nikki

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great. Steak and charred veggies were very good but double baked potatoe was dry.

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  4. Jim

    San Antonio

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food, service and great location for the theater district

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  5. Kay

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service from Troy. Enjoyed our cocktails and entrees. Thank you

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  6. Ronald

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 14 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a quick bite before the theatre. Meat and cheese board was interesting and sufficient and the carrot cake was outstanding. Best of all was the fast and very pleasant attention of our waiter, Troy.

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  7. Chris

    VIP

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 7 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and service, will definitely be back soon to try other menu items and order a few of the same because they were outstanding!

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  8. Samantha

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was not worth the price. The steak was nothing special and the garlic bread fondue had little flavor.
    State and Lake Chicago TavernResponded on 7 January 2025
    Hello Samantha, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're sorry to hear that our steak and garlic bread didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide our guests with flavorful dishes, and we regret that we fell short this time. We appreciate your honest opinion as it helps us improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you with our food in the future. Best Regards, The Management Team

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  9. Iliana

    Mexico City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great! New Year’s Eve had a great time!
    State and Lake Chicago TavernResponded on 7 January 2025
    Thanks for the review, Iliana! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time celebrating New Year's Eve at State and Lake Chicago Tavern. We're glad our food and service met your expectations. We noticed that you rated our value a bit lower, and we appreciate the feedback. We're always looking to improve, and your comments will help us do just that. Looking forward to serving you again soon!

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  10. Rudy

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice people and service was great, we had a good time there
    State and Lake Chicago TavernResponded on 7 January 2025
    Thanks for the review, Rudy! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time at State and Lake Chicago Tavern. It's wonderful to know that our service and food met your expectations. We strive to provide our guests with a memorable experience and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We hope to see you again soon!

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State and Lake Chicago Tavern is rated 4.2 stars by 1557 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm

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Booked 24 times today
Google Map for State and Lake Chicago Tavern

201 North State Street, Floor 1, Chicago, IL 60601

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Lake Street
  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 6:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:30 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is offered through the hotel:<br />0 - 3 hours: $28<br />3+ hours: $45<br />
  • Public transit
    Red Line: State and LakeBrown/Purple/Green/Orange Line: State and LakeBlue Line: Clark and Lake
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Taus
  • Entertainment
    FRIDAY AND SATURDAY: Live Acoustic Music 10PM
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 239-9400
  • Private party facilities
    State and Lake Chicago Tavern is an ideal location to enjoy a breakfast event, business or girl’s luncheon, or a plethora of events including after work receptions, rehearsal dinners, or corporate dinners. A warm rustic space filled with organic colors and vintage elements.
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