Kindling | Downtown Cookout & Cocktails

4.5

4,5

595 reviews

$50 en meer

Steakhouse

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2 personen

21 jan 2025

19:00

Vandaag 57 keer gereserveerd

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Kindling boasts a live fire show kitchen, wood-fired plates, and tasty cocktails in the heart of downtown Chicago. Chef Partner is James Beard Award-winning Jonathon Sawyer, who brings a worldly perspective and decades of wood-fired cooking to Kindling's internationally inspired menu. Located within Willis Tower at the corner of Franklin and Adams, Kindling welcomes guests for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, with happy hour specials offered on weekdays from 3pm-5:30pm.

Follow us on social @kindlingchicago & @chefsawyer!

CLOSED: 11/28, 12/24-12/26, 1/1
Open for dinner only 12/27-12/28

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Stijl
Chique dineren
Prijs
$50 en meer
Keuken
Steakhouse, Amerikaans, Grill
Openingstijden
Lunch Ma–Za 11:00 uur–15:45 uur Happyhour Ma–Vr 15:00 uur–17:30 uur Diner Ma–Do 16:00 uur–21:00 uur Vr, Za 16:00 uur–22:00 uur
Telefoonnummer
(312) 789-5992
Website
https://www.kindlingchicago.com/
Betalingsmogelijkheden
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Zakelijk casual
Chef-kok
Chef Jonathon Sawyer
Private party faciliteiten
Situated within Willis Tower at the corner of Franklin and Adams, Kindling boasts a live fire show kitchen, wood-fired plates, and tasty cocktails in the heart of the city. At the helm of the kitchen is James Beard Award-winning Chef Jonathon Sawyer, who brings a worldly perspective and decades of w
Private party contact
Abbey Arp: (319) 360-2169

Locatie
202 S Franklin St, Chicago, IL 60606
Wijk
River North (Chicago)
Kruispunt
Inside Willis Tower at the corner of Franklin and Adams
Parking details
Openbaar parkeerterrein
Public transit
CTA: - Quincy (Brown/Orange/Pink/Purple Lines)- Jackson (Blue/Red Lines)- Bus Stops: 126 / 151 / 56Metra: - Union Station
Extra
Banket, Bar/Lounge, Bier, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Glutenvrije opties, Happy hour, Patio/Buiten eten, Privékamers, Roken verboden, Rolstoeltoegang, Uitgebreide bar, Uitzicht, Veganist, Wijn, Zitplek aan de counter

Experiences

Pre-Theater Dinner
US$ 59,00 per persoon
Vooraf betaald
Meerdere datums beschikbaar
Located just a short walk from Chicago's theater district, Kindling's convenient location provides for the perfect place to enjoy dinner before your show. Highlighting some of our menu's top hits, this three-course dining experience is a great way for you and your guests to gather for a meal without stressing about making it to the show on-time. By purchasing this experience, we will ensure your party enjoys their meal in under and hour, with plenty of time to head to your show. Commute Times (walking) Lyric Opera House: 8 min Cadillac Palace: 10 min The Goodman: 14 min Nederlander: 14 min
Three-Course Business Lunch
US$ 39,00 per persoon
Vooraf betaald
Meerdere datums beschikbaar
Whether you're looking to host a client or have a team lunch, this three-course express menu offers some of Kindling's top hits in a convenient and efficient format. It makes the decision-making process simpler and allows you more time to get down to business and back to the office. By pre-booking this experience, you also skip the hassle of having to pay your bill at the end of your meal, as all items are purchased in advance.

Populaire gerechten

Oysters Maplefeller styleUS$ 5,00
Maytag Blue Cheese, Confit Tomato, Maple Bacon, Calabrian Chili Crumb
HillBilly Riviera StyleUS$ 5,00
saltines, crystal's hot sauce butter
Oyster Royale StyleUS$ 7,00
golden kaluga caviar, potato cream
skull island prawnUS$ 24,00
lobster butter, charred lemon, chili crunch, herbs
mediterranean octopusUS$ 24,00
wood fired octopus, charred eggplant, yukon potato pancake, salsa verde
Seafood TowerUS$ 175,00
jumbo tomahawk prawns, seasonal oysters and cold water lobster tail, salsa matcha butter and burnt lemon

STEAKS & CHOPS

well marbled Top with: Sautéed Maytag Bleu Cheese $5 Truffe Butter $4 Red Wine Demi Glace $4

FiletUS$ 59,00
8oz
Filet "Mrs O'Leary"US$ 61,00
8 oz. Red wine demi-glace, fried shallots
Steak FritesUS$ 38,00
10oz Salsa verde
USDA Prime NY StripUS$ 68,00
16 oz
Prime "Downtown" Ribeye*US$ 71,00
16oz
Pork Secreto Steak FritesUS$ 37,00
11oz - annato onion sweet chile
Colorado Lamb Chops US$ 65,00
18 oz
Bone-In, Dry-Aged Rib Chop*US$ 115,00
24oz

ROTISSERIE

limited availability

Brine + Herb-Marinated Amish Farm ChickenUS$ 28,50
Half dressed. Mashed yukon gold potatoes, crispy skin, endless gravy

MAINS

Rigatoni Alla VodkaUS$ 22,00
luxurious classic sauce, parmigiano reggiano, basil ADD wood-grilled lobster 5oz _ 21
Cedar Grilled SalmonUS$ 35,00
Maple miso glaze, ponzu, charred lime
seared sea scallopsUS$ 35,00
thyme roasted carrots, shallot confit, brown butter crumble, parsnip purée
Not a Smash BurgerUS$ 24,00
brisket blend, bibb lettuce, onion, pickles, secret sauce, american cheese, martin's potato bun, french fries Additional $5 with Nueske bacon

SIDES

wood fired wild mushroomsUS$ 12,00
roasted red onion, herbs
French Fries Julia Child StyleUS$ 11,00
Beef suet, "gardinieraioli", heinz 57 ketchup
Mashed PotatoesUS$ 12,00
Brown butter gravy
Twice Cooked Sweet PotatoUS$ 11,00
Lillie's Q BBQ butter, burnt orange
EloteUS$ 14,00
corn off the cob, parmigiano reggiano, tajin
mac 'n cheeseUS$ 13,00
housemade pasta, blend of aged cheddar and american cheeses

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4.5

4,5 gebaseerd op recente scores

4,5Eten
4,5Bediening
4,6Sfeer
4Prijs-kwaliteitverhouding

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595 Reviews

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Dan
vip
Chicago
28 recensies
2.0
28 recensies
3 dagen geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 2
2. Eten 4
3. Bediening 1
4. Sfeer 3
Food was fine but pricey. The service was like a mediocre day bee. Hostess to server was at best average. No shock the restaurant was virtually empty on a Saturday night.
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Kate
vip
Chicago
3 recensies
5.0
3 recensies
6 dagen geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Always a pleasure dining at Kindling! Our server was great and the food was delicious.
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Patrick
Chicago
1 recensie
4.0
1 recensie
Gegeten op 13 januari 2025
1. Algeheel 4
2. Eten 3
3. Bediening 4
4. Sfeer 5
Not ideal to have to chop up my Caesar salad at a business lunch.
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Paul
Chicago
5 recensies
5.0
5 recensies
Gegeten op 4 januari 2025
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Ambience, food and service were great! Loved eating here.
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James
vip
Chicago
5 recensies
5.0
5 recensies
Gegeten op 1 januari 2025
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 4
4. Sfeer 5
I’ve been here twice and the experience has been top notch. The steaks are a highlight but there are lots of other options.
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soyyo29
Chicago
9 recensies
5.0
9 recensies
Gegeten op 1 januari 2025
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Food, drinks, service, and ambiance were all great! I had read about the famous wings which did not disappoint. We ordered the Brussel sprouts as a side with Salmon entree as well as seafood salad and cochinita pibil. Nice size portions, too. And the expresso martini was one of the best I've had. Ww will be back!
Kindling | Downtown Cookout & CocktailsGereageerd op 2 januari 2025
Thanks for the awesome review soyyo29. So glad you loved the wings and that espresso martini—always a crowd-pleaser. Sounds like you picked some great dishes, too. Can’t wait to have you back for more good food and vibes! – Chef Sawyer
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Amy
Cleveland / Akron / Canton
1 recensie
3.0
1 recensie
Gegeten op 28 december 2024
1. Algeheel 3
2. Eten 3
3. Bediening 3
4. Sfeer 3
We were really looking forward to visiting the restaurant, especially after seeing the famous Greenhouse wings were on the menu! Unfortunately, the experience was underwhelming. My reservation on Resy was for seating at the Hearth and noted a food allergy. Upon arrival, we were not seated at the Hearth and nobody mentioned or noted my allergy. Service was "fine." Nothing noteworthy, just more of an order taker. He didn't make any suggestions, walk through the menu, or explain the food once it was served. The famous Greenhouse wings were better at Greenhouse. The chicken itself was not flavorful and was dry, not fall off the bone. The brussel sprouts and pork entree were great, but nothing tasted "woodfired" which we thought was the concept of the restaurant. Overall, we felt it was a little pricey for the food, service, and atmosphere.
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Alyssa
Chicago
4 recensies
5.0
4 recensies
Gegeten op 28 december 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Magnificent. Waiter was awesome and the food was delish. The atmosphere was beautiful. Great experience. 10/10.
Kindling | Downtown Cookout & CocktailsGereageerd op 2 januari 2025
Thank you for the glowing review Alyssa, So glad you loved the food, atmosphere, and service. We’re thrilled to hear it was a 10/10 experience. Can’t wait to have you back! – Chef Sawyer
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Keri
Chicago
2 recensies
5.0
2 recensies
Gegeten op 21 december 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
The food and service haven’t let us down yet. We have never felt rushed. The staff is all very helpful and friendly. The food is delicious and dynamic. I adore Kindling.
Kindling | Downtown Cookout & CocktailsGereageerd op 2 januari 2025
We’re so grateful for your continued support Keri. It’s awesome to hear you’ve had such great experiences with both the food and service. We always want you to feel relaxed and well taken care of, and it’s great to know we’re hitting the mark. Can’t wait for your next visit to Kindling! – Chef Sawyer
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Brian
Chicago
4 recensies
5.0
4 recensies
Gegeten op 21 december 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Absolutely outstanding meal! We sat at the hearth and got to see the kitchen staff cooking everything up, while soaking in all of that great wood fired smell! Reanna our waitress was top notch, and always checking in on us to make sure we were well taken care of. The head chef Mike was nice enough to take some time and talk us through the menu, describe some of the cooking processes and his recommendations were spot on! We can’t wait to get back and try more options on their menu!
Kindling | Downtown Cookout & CocktailsGereageerd op 2 januari 2025
Thank you for the glowing review Brian. The hearth truly offers such a unique and immersive experience, and I’m thrilled you enjoyed the sights, smells, and flavors. Big kudos to Reanna for taking great care of you and to Chef Mike for sharing his passion and expertise—our team is the best. Can’t wait to have you back to explore more of the menu! – Chef Sawyer
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2 personen

21 jan 2025

19:00

Vandaag 57 keer gereserveerd

Experiences beschikbaar.

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202 S Franklin St, Chicago, IL 60606

Eetruimtes

Aanvullende informatie

Kruispunt
Inside Willis Tower at the corner of Franklin and Adams
Wijk
River North (Chicago)
Openingstijden
Lunch Ma–Za 11:00 uur–15:45 uur Happyhour Ma–Vr 15:00 uur–17:30 uur Diner Ma–Do 16:00 uur–21:00 uur Vr, Za 16:00 uur–22:00 uur
Prijs
$50 en meer
Keuken
Steakhouse, Amerikaans, Grill
Stijl
Chique dineren
Dress code
Zakelijk casual
Parking details
Openbaar parkeerterrein
Public transit
CTA: - Quincy (Brown/Orange/Pink/Purple Lines)- Jackson (Blue/Red Lines)- Bus Stops: 126 / 151 / 56Metra: - Union Station
Betalingsmogelijkheden
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Chef-kok
Chef Jonathon Sawyer
Extra
Banket, Bar/Lounge, Bier, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Glutenvrije opties, Happy hour, Patio/Buiten eten, Privékamers, Roken verboden, Rolstoeltoegang, Uitgebreide bar, Uitzicht, Veganist, Wijn, Zitplek aan de counter

Website
https://www.kindlingchicago.com/
Telefoonnummer
(312) 789-5992
Private party faciliteiten
Situated within Willis Tower at the corner of Franklin and Adams, Kindling boasts a live fire show kitchen, wood-fired plates, and tasty cocktails in the heart of the city. At the helm of the kitchen is James Beard Award-winning Chef Jonathon Sawyer, who brings a worldly perspective and decades of w
Private party contact
Abbey Arp: (319) 360-2169

Kindling | Downtown Cookout & Cocktails

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Pre-Theater Dinner

Three-Course Business Lunch

Mashed Potatoes

Beef Tenderloin

Lobster & Spaghetti

FIRST COURSE

Crispy Brussels SproutsUS$ 12,00

Beets & BurrataUS$ 19,00

World Famous Confit Chicken WingsUS$ 16,00

SOUP & SALAD

Lobster BisqueUS$ 17,00

CaesarUS$ 17,00

Blue Chip ChopUS$ 35,00

RAW BAR

Hamachi CrudoUS$ 18,00

Tuna TartareUS$ 17,00

Oysters On the Half ShellUS$ 4,50

WOOD FIRED SEAFOOD

Oysters Maplefeller styleUS$ 5,00

HillBilly Riviera StyleUS$ 5,00

Oyster Royale StyleUS$ 7,00

skull island prawnUS$ 24,00

mediterranean octopusUS$ 24,00

Seafood TowerUS$ 175,00

STEAKS & CHOPS

FiletUS$ 59,00

Filet "Mrs O'Leary"US$ 61,00

Steak FritesUS$ 38,00

USDA Prime NY StripUS$ 68,00

Prime "Downtown" Ribeye*US$ 71,00

Pork Secreto Steak FritesUS$ 37,00

Colorado Lamb Chops US$ 65,00

Bone-In, Dry-Aged Rib Chop*US$ 115,00

ROTISSERIE

Brine + Herb-Marinated Amish Farm ChickenUS$ 28,50

MAINS

Rigatoni Alla VodkaUS$ 22,00

Cedar Grilled SalmonUS$ 35,00

seared sea scallopsUS$ 35,00

Not a Smash BurgerUS$ 24,00

SIDES

wood fired wild mushroomsUS$ 12,00

French Fries Julia Child StyleUS$ 11,00

Mashed PotatoesUS$ 12,00

Twice Cooked Sweet PotatoUS$ 11,00

EloteUS$ 14,00

mac 'n cheeseUS$ 13,00

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