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- 4.3Food
- 4.5Service
- 4.4Ambience
- 4.1Value
Noise • Moderate
The Palm Chicago
4.4 (2263)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
323 East Wacker Drive, At the Swissotel, Chicago, IL 60601
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The Palm Chicago
4.4
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Downtown / Loop
Make a reservation
2 people
Nov 9, 2026
7:00 PM
About this restaurant
- Good for special occasions
- Good for business meals
- Good for groups
Additional information
- Dining styleFine Dining
- Price$50 and over
- CuisinesSteakhouse, Seafood, Italian
- Hours of operationLunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Contact
- Payment optionsAMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- Executive chefThomas Michaels
- CateringYou provide the occasion; we’ll set the scene. Whether you’re organizing a rehearsal dinner or a business lunch presentation, we’ll work with you to create a personalized, enjoyable, and memorable event. Our team of expert staff will do everything required to create a positive experience for your valued guests – from the warm greeting they receive on arrival to their last bite of dessert. Visit http://www.thepalm.com/privatedining to start planning your event.
- Private party facilitiesThe Palm Chicago offers elegant private dining with river and city views inside the Swissôtel, featuring warm hospitality, classic Palm cuisine, and versatile rooms perfect for business gatherings and celebrations.
- Private party contactKelsey Coughlan: (872) 270-5495
- Delivery & takeout
- NeighborhoodDowntown / Loop
- Cross streetOne Block East of Columbus
- Parking detailsValet
- EntertainmentPatio available for Groups
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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All Experiences
Thanksgiving Dinner
$59.00 per person
1 - 20 people
Nov 26, 2026 onlySavor a decadent three-course Thanksgiving Dinner complete with both traditional holiday dishes and Palm classics for $59 per person, and a kids' Thanksgiving Dinner for just $24.99. We will be open and serving this festive meal, as well as our full dinner menu. Menu Starters (Choice of One) The Palm Caesar Butternut Squash Soup Lobster Bisque Tomato & Mozzarella Salad Entrée Oven Roasted Turkey, Cornbread Stuffing, Whipped Sweet Potatoes, Green Beans, Fresh Cranberry Sauce, and Gravy Dessert (Choice of One) Apple Pie Pecan Pie
Private dining
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Reviews
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2,263 Reviews
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kenneth Gold
Chicago134 reviews
5.0Dined 2 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Laura
Chicago8 reviews
4.0Dined 2 days ago
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Shelley Gold
San Francisco4 reviews
3.0Dined 4 days ago
- Overall 3
- Food 2
- Service 4
- Ambience 3
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ROBERTA Gold
Chicago53 reviews
5.0Dined 6 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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kenneth Gold
Chicago134 reviews
5.0Dined on November 1, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Paul
Las Vegas35 reviews
5.0Dined on October 30, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Nancy Gold
St. Louis2 reviews
5.0Dined on October 27, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Jay Gold
London6 reviews
4.0Dined on October 23, 2026
- Overall 4
- Food 3
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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michael Gold
Greater Boston10 reviews
4.0Dined on October 21, 2026
- Overall 4
- Food 3
- Service 5
- Ambience 3
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Marissa Gold
Atlanta2 reviews
2.0Dined on October 20, 2026
- Overall 2
- Food 2
- Service 2
- Ambience 3
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Additional information
- Dining styleFine Dining
- Price$50 and over
- CuisinesSteakhouse, Seafood, Italian
- Hours of operationLunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Contact
- Payment optionsAMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- Executive chefThomas Michaels
- CateringYou provide the occasion; we’ll set the scene. Whether you’re organizing a rehearsal dinner or a business lunch presentation, we’ll work with you to create a personalized, enjoyable, and memorable event. Our team of expert staff will do everything required to create a positive experience for your valued guests – from the warm greeting they receive on arrival to their last bite of dessert. Visit http://www.thepalm.com/privatedining to start planning your event.
- Private party facilitiesThe Palm Chicago offers elegant private dining with river and city views inside the Swissôtel, featuring warm hospitality, classic Palm cuisine, and versatile rooms perfect for business gatherings and celebrations.
- Private party contactKelsey Coughlan: (872) 270-5495
- Delivery & takeout
- NeighborhoodDowntown / Loop
- Cross streetOne Block East of Columbus
- Parking detailsValet
- EntertainmentPatio available for Groups
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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FAQs
Yes, The Palm - Chicago hosts private parties and reserved event spaces, and guests report using small private rooms and buyouts for group events.
Portions tend to be generous, guests describe substantial servings and say there’s often plenty to take home.
The Palm Chicago is a great choice for a weekday lunch (11:30 am–3:00 pm), guests praise the power‑lunch value, prompt service, and a generally quieter, business‑friendly atmosphere.
The Palm, Chicago feels like an elegant, classic steakhouse with sweeping city and waterfront views, refined surroundings, and friendly, confident service; the bar area and booths tend to feel cozier while the main dining room can be livelier.
Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished attire rather than formalwear, which fits The Palm Chicago’s setting for business dinners and special occasions.
Yes, families are welcome; reviewers note staff accommodating children (one server gave a cough drop to a child), and guests commonly host family events like baby showers and Thanksgiving dinners here.
Yes, The Palm - Chicago is well suited to a special evening, with guests celebrating anniversaries and praising its classic, cozy steakhouse atmosphere and attentive service.
Yes, reviewers reference other Palm locations, including Boston, Las Vegas (Caesar's Forum), Beverly Hills and Los Angeles, as well as the original Manhattan/Flagship location.
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The Palm Chicago
4.4
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Downtown / Loop
Make a reservation
2 people
Nov 9, 2026
7:00 PM