The Library at Gilt Bar

A vibe of a restaurant. Dark, grungy, sophisticated like a classic whisky. The food was delicious and our server Anna Maria was impeccable. We ordered 2 appetizers: the burrata and the steak tare tar both were served with homemade sourdough bread that paired perfectly with the food. Then for the main course we got the burger and the French dip both were AMAZING. Flavorful, perfectly cooked and huge portions. The fries were ever so salty but still good! Then we topped it off with dessert, can’t wait to come back!

We just recently moved out of Chicago and the saddest part was that we'll leave Gilt behind. We had one final meal and as always, it was spectacular. The Truffle Mozzarella Sticks were phenomenal. We've never had them before but man, crunchy, cheesy, and the sauce that came with them was a great compliment. The Truffle Pasta and Spicy Rigatoni also were just as great as they have always been. Perfectly cooked pastas, delicious sauces, just a perfect bite every time. If you still have never tried Gilt, make a reservation today. You'll love it.

This place is stunning. It’s so beautiful inside, making it a perfect spot for drinks or dinner. We got a couple of things from their Happy Hour menu as well as the truffle pasta. Everything was good - from the food to the service. We’ll be back! If you’re curious about the HH specials, they have various food and drink options for $5 each! And on Wednesdays they have half-priced bottles.

Absolutely fantastic experience! The food was delicious with generous portions for the quality, service was perfect and dessert seriously blew me away. Definitely more on the upscale end and will end up being 80-100 with drinks easily. I would 100% go back and try something else that I missed like the bone marrow. 10/10Dine in: YesCurbside pickup: Yes

I would give it more if I could. I love this place. It checks all of the boxes.The service both times with two different servers was stellar. They did an excellent job at anticipating the needs of our table. The decor was thoughtful with oversized and comfortable chairs, the perfect amount of dim lighting, and killer music, but the overall noise still allowed for conversation. I also found the price to be of value for this type of dining experience. Can't wait to come back and do it again. Keep up the great work Gilt Bar staff!

Mamma Mia! The Atmosphere and vibe here is on point! Our food was a culinary delight and the service was excellent! One of the best experiences I’ve ever had, I’m so glad to have found this place.Recommended dishesCarrot Cake, Truffle Pasta, Roasted Bone Marrow

Fun Fun place for alcohol forward cocktails and aps. Make it for Happy Hour for a decent value. We enjoyed some wine, Tequila Sours, and some Bourbon Old Fashions. Try their thick cut bacon and fries just to be way decadent. Great service! Great libations!

The ambiance is dark sexy & luscious ...I love the vibe. Food and drinks were surprisingly good. I highly recommend the mozzarella sticks and vodka pasta. My companion had the burger with housemade bacon and was delighted. Will be back soon!Food: 5/5

The takeaway: Really solid, upscale Chicago staple with great service serving shareable American fare with an Italian twist. Easy place to visit again. Sat outside on the patio and had a great evening. Decent wine list and very flavorful dishes. Housemade bread was on point, along with the Orechiette pasta, swordfish, and Brussel sprouts. For a decadent dessert, the chocolate cake was perfect alongside the salted caramel ice cream.

One of the best happy hours in Chicago that give you the most bang for your buck. A great selection of drinks and bites for $5 and the mussels are TO DIE FOR get extra bread to soak up that fab white wine sauce. It's not too loud and away from all the noise of the mag mile and not super busy like the west loop. A great place to have on the list!