Parachute

4.6 (1710)

$31 to $50

Korean

3500 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

About this restaurant

Innovative
Romantic
Good for special occasions

~Temporarily Closed~

10 years is an incredible ride—Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We expect to bring something new and exciting to the Parachute umbrella in the not-so-distant future. Until then, we look forward to seeing you at Anelya

-Chefs Beverly & Johnny

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Korean, Global, International
Hours of operation
Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday, 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Friday & Saturday, 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Phone number
(872) 204-7138
Website
http://parachuterestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Beverly Kim & Johnny Clark
Private party facilities
Host a convivial night out with friends and family at Parachute!

Location
3500 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Neighborhood
Irving Park
Cross street
Elston & Troy
Parking details
Free parking is abundant on Elston ave and side streets.
Public transit
From Belmont/Kimball Blue line: Either walk .7 of a mile or can take Kimball busNorth to Addison and walk from there.From Addison Blue line: Either walk .6 of a mile East on Addison or take the Addison bus to Elston.From Lakeview area: Take the Addison bus West to Elston
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Parachute.

4.6

(1710)

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

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1,658 Reviews

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foodie101 Gold
Chicago48 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Glad they brought back the delicious bing bread for closing night. Chef Kim embodies hospitality.
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ACH2020 Gold
Chicago4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So sad to say goodbye to Parachute but looking forward to what comes next!
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Anne
Chicago4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We LOVED everything we ate at Parachute. We shared the Korean fried chicken, haemul pajeon, 30 day dry aged bulgogi, yukgaejang, and s'mores patbingsu. The vibe ws really fun and our service was great. When they open again, I'm certain they will bring the same care and expertise to another excellent experience.
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Wirr
Chicago5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Holly was fantastic! Food was great. Sad to see this place go from its original location… we’ll patiently wait for its new home and support them. Thank you for a great evening!
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Chgohunt Gold
Chicago32 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Parachute has been a favorite gem and this was our last meal with them before its closing down service next week. I offer only the highest of praise to the chef/owners and their staff - what fabulousness you have provided. Looking so forward to the next adventure!
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Drinkwench Gold
Chicago22 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What can I say that hasn't already been said? There is a reason this restaurant has gotten award after award. Believe the hype. It's just that good. Despite the challenges a global pandemic has wreaked on the industry, Parachute remains exceptional. Flavors, combinations, presentation and service were excellent. I am sad to see this quality restaurant leave Avondale but am looking forward to coming back to their "new, larger space downtown" when it opens. Congratulations to Chefs Kim and Clark and their entire staff on 10 incredible years.
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RadmilaM
Indiana6 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience at Parachute. The seafood was the freshest and the addition of Korean style boudin noir to the appetizer menu made a very pleasant and satisfying experience. Sorry to read that the restaurant will be closing on March 23, 2024. Hope it re-opens soon at a location in Downtown.
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CharB
Chicago2 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 25, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We were super excited to get a reservation at Parachute, but left feeling very disappointed. The vibe and service were good, although we did wait a long time between our starters and entrees. The restaurant is criminally overpriced. We paid $33 for a noodle salad that was basically cold noodles with gochujang. All the portions were very small though they say they’re all meant for sharing. Looking back through pictures in old reviews you can see that the portion sizes used to be much bigger. The food lacked both flavor and texture. Nothing was bad, but nothing was memorable either. We spent $100 each on dinner and left not feeling full. I feel genuinely confused by the situation because of the reputation of the restaurant and the prices they charge.
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CeCeM Gold
Chicago4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I haven't been here since before the pandemic. I'm beyond thrilled that this place is still around. Everything is still absolutely high quality - the food, the service, the ambiance - I can't wait to go back!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on February 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Menu,ambience was good small restaurant. Will come back.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Korean, Global, International
Hours of operation
Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday, 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Friday & Saturday, 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Phone number
(872) 204-7138
Website
http://parachuterestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Beverly Kim & Johnny Clark
Private party facilities
Host a convivial night out with friends and family at Parachute!

Location
3500 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Neighborhood
Irving Park
Cross street
Elston & Troy
Parking details
Free parking is abundant on Elston ave and side streets.
Public transit
From Belmont/Kimball Blue line: Either walk .7 of a mile or can take Kimball busNorth to Addison and walk from there.From Addison Blue line: Either walk .6 of a mile East on Addison or take the Addison bus to Elston.From Lakeview area: Take the Addison bus West to Elston
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.