The Walnut Room

Ready for a holiday experience, one considered a Chicago tradition, we made reservations for Black Friday 2022! Yup, it was a lot to take it. Key takeaways: Arrive with 10-15 min to spare to navigate elevators or escalators, groups of people and strollers milling about for photos, get in the reservation wait line to cue-up for seating if you have reservations, and sit anywhere away from the entrance! Once seated, service was efficient and the food was good. The total dining event still took about an hour as the staff has many people to serve and much square footage to cover. The music was light enough that conversation was easy at the tables. The changing lights of the tree provided a festive ambience and was somewhat calming as people consistently gathered near the tree for photos and staff rushed about. I had the Turkey Dinner and he had the Meatloaf, both dishes filling and satisfying in taste, prepared and presented well. Dessert was the Mint Cheesecake, quality texture, and a perfect size for sharing. Overall prices were fair and generous. 2 meals, dessert, and one coffee; total bill after tax $48. As 40-year-olds, with no children of our own or extended family to share it with, we would still do it again.

Had lunch here with my family and the experience was great. The staff were friendly and accommodating for our large group. We got some great pictures by the tree and a fairy came by to give wishes for the whole table. It was a wonderful experience for the holiday season. Our food was good, some dishes were a bit bland, but the experience, overall, was magical and I would definitely return with my family again. Kid-friendliness: Fantastic place to bring children around the holidays.

Beautiful setting and a wonderful pot pie lunch with a great view. We came here Christmas Eve and took a chance on trying for a reservation and got lucky and got the last open slot. They only take reservations so make sure to plan ahead. The setting inside with the Christmas tree is gorgeous and the atmosphere was really nice. For Christmas Eve they had people dressed as what I believe are sugar plum fairies walking around asking for your Christmas wishes. The pot pie was pretty good and the prices are not bad. This is not a Michelin star restaurant the food is decent but make sure to keep your expectations realistic. All in all fun time.

My experience was amazing. My sister and I visit this place last Friday and was treated like rock stars. Edward was our server I highly recommend that you ask for him so patient so kind, The food was delicious. I recommend the crusted chicken the desserts were amazing. We had almost the entire menu. We received the full VIP treatment, our table was ready when we walked in. I love it and can't wait to come back next year.

I had the meatloaf it was delicious! He had the spare ribs and he also enjoyed his meal. They have Coke products. The restaurant is huge and could easily host big events. It's a classic Chicago restaurant. Very excited to have checked this one off the legendary Chicago restaurant list. Oh and the carrot cake was amazing! The frosting really made it.

The attire is business casual & cocktail. The decor is 10/10. The staff were nice but slow. Lobster Bisque- 3/10 Bread - 10/10 Salad - 8/10 Chicken Pot Pie - 7/10 Beef Short Ribs - 5/10 Frango Cheesecake - 8/10 Poinsettia drink - flavor 8/10, alcohol content 3/10 Walnut Old Fashioned - flavor 5/10, alcohol content 10/10 I'm definitely going back next year. It is a pretty fun tradition.

We go to the Walnut Room every year for Christmas. As always, it was wonderful. Their famous Pot Pie - OMG so delicious. Their Black Current Ice Tea is awesome. As is the Walnut Room Salad. It's actually one of our favorite places to eat in Chicago. The waitstaff here is always very friendly.Food: 5/5

My mother and I make it a holiday tradition as Chicago people to go there during Christmas time . Our entries were just OK. But the lobster bisque was unbelievable !!! The incredible Franco chocolate mint ice cream pie. As well as the Franco mint chocolate cheese cake. They are simply delectable and taste every bit as appetizing is their name.

A true Chicago gem without a doubt been coming here since a kid and adult. We had lunch today it’s was great love the ambience the service was excellent the whole team just works great to offer spectacular service. See you soon for holidays drinks and dinner.

The traditions of the Walnut Room were present at the lunch. The classic Walnut Room salad, with orange slices and almonds and the tangy dressing was perfect. The nice slices of meat loaf were flavorful with addition of an almost sweet glaze. The mashed potatoes without gravy was alright as the glaze from the meatloaf assisted. Along with the green beans it was a good lunch. Wouldn't be complete without the Frango mint ice cream pie. A good lunch. Yes, the Christmas Fairy showed up to grant wishes!! Kid-friendliness: Christmas atmosphere with the addition of the great tree in the Walnut Room is the draw. The Christmas Fairy is a fun touch for kids. Wheelchair accessibility: There is accessibility via elevators and space for wheelchairs in the dining room.