The Grillroom Chophouse & Wine Bar 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603

"Had a quick snack and drinks before walking across the street to watch Betty Boop. Their Boop-a-licous signature cocktail was a nice touch prior to the show. Staff was friendly and engaging and ensued we were served and out in time for the show. Excellence all the way around."

"Food was good…! But we had to eat in the bar. The hostess told us there was no reservation available but we can sit in the bar. The bar was overflowing and the server was more focused on making drinks than taking orders. The big thing made me question their reservations process was the three tables (See the photo) unoccupied the whole time (2 hours). Why we sat in the bar urning for service. Maybe you have to be in a suit and tie to eat there….?"

"Our server, Alex, really lacked social skills. He did not make conversation, respond to "Thank You" or interact with us at all other than to take our order and drop off our food. He never told us about any dinner specials, and we had already ordered when we overheard a nearby server explaining the specials to their guests. He never offered us coffee or dessert, only dropped off the check. This definitely soured our 30th anniversary dinner. The food was excellent, other than the French onion soup. It arrived as a bowl of broth with a large bread roll soaking in it, and very little cheese....yet the people at the next table had a bowl of the same soup with plenty of gooey cheese melted over the top. I will say the carbonara was the BEST I've ever had and my husband's steak was cooked to perfection."

"Wow! Beet salad was excellent. Brussels sprouts were as good as I have ever had. Marvin the bartender, has a perfect Chicago pour-on martini."

"I have eaten here multiple times. The food is always delicious. The service is impeccable. I can’t say enough nice things about how wonderful this restaurant is. When your dining inside the music is fabulous, the atmosphere is amazing. The decor is beautiful. It’s elegant while still comfortable. This is my go to whenever am in the neighborhood for a show or any other reason. It’s a destination all on its own as well."