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BLVD Steakhouse - Steakhouse in Chicago, Illinois

BLVD Steakhouse

4.2 (1345 reviews)

817 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607

Steak house
American restaurant
Bar
Restaurant
Seafood restaurant

About BLVD Steakhouse - steak house in Chicago, Illinois

Swanky destination for upscale New American fare based on classic dishes with cocktails & champagne.

Customer Review Summary

BLVD Steakhouse receives high praise for its luxurious atmosphere and exceptional service. Many reviewers highlight the quality of the steaks, particularly the 32oz Porterhouse and Wagyu, which are noted for their perfect cooking and rich flavors. The cocktails and appetizers, such as oysters and escargot, also earn compliments. Several patrons appreciate the attentive staff and personalized touches, including birthday treats and complimentary drinks. However, one review mentions disappointment in portion sizes and basic sides during a brunch visit. Overall, guests describe the experience as memorable, romantic, and worth recommending to others.

Key Features

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Private dining room
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Lunch reservations recommended
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • High chairs

Parking

  • Paid street parking
  • Valet parking

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.2 out of 5
5
855
4
202
3
112
2
72
1
104
Based on 1345 reviews

Alex Elliott

1 month ago

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Unforgettable Birthday Dinner at BLVD Steakhouse! I took my mom to BLVD Steakhouse for her birthday, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. We were lucky enough to get the best seat in the house, which made the evening even more special. We ordered the 32oz Porterhouse, and it was cooked to absolute perfection—beautifully seared, incredibly juicy, and packed with flavor. Every bite was an experience in itself. The sides and cocktails were just as impressive, and the service was top-notch. BLVD truly knows how to create a luxurious and welcoming dining experience. This was a night to remember, and I can’t wait to come back. Highly recommend for any special occasion! — Alex

Robbie

2 months ago

I visited BLVD Steakhouse on Sunday and had a fantastic experience. Parking was easy with street spots and valet available. The bartender, Can, was incredible—attentive, friendly, and even made me a custom lychee martini. He also treated us to complimentary drinks, which was a nice touch. We had oysters and escargot for appetizers—both amazing—and shared a perfectly cooked Wagyu steak with sides like mushrooms, mashed potatoes, and surprise Brussels sprouts (my favorite). The chic vibe and great service made it a memorable night. BLVD gets a 9.2/10. I’ll be back!

tina lewis

4 months ago

My husband and I had a very pleasurable experience at BLVD. The mood was dark, sultry and romantic. The staff was attentive and anticipated our needs. The food was ahhhmazing. The scallops were delicious and the burger and fries were on another level. The drinks were strong and the triple chocolate cake was delectable. We will definitely be visiting again soon and will definitely recommend to friends and family.

Christopher Hongosh

5 months ago

It was nice on the patio. On a 75⁰ day they had the heaters on on the patio. 🥵, way to save fossil fuels & if a establishment isn't trying to cut operation costs then they aren't trying to offer a competitive price. Had a party of 15 for Sat brunch. The place was pretty quiet. The food seemed sparce and they offered everyone "would you like potatoes with that," most people said no and the waitress moved on. The portions were very small and the potatoes were extremely basic. We ordered the bottle of bubbles to make your own mimosas and some how 4 of us finished the bottle after the 1st round of ½ glass-pours. The 2nd bottle I made her leave the bottle on the table - how we got 10 half pours. Overall was okay. I don't need to ever go back.

Lauren

1 month ago

Everything was great! We went out for a girl’s dinner. Jules was amazing and supper attentive to us. He even brought the bday girl a nice dessert out at the end of dinner. The only thing the girls didn’t like was the overly sweetness of the bone marrow. I didn’t try it!

Ryan Lynn

1 month ago

Went here for my birthday. Veryyyy nice and upscale. Valet parking is $20. The drinks were unique and a bit strong.. steak was flavorful and cooked to perfect. Spent about $200 on steak meal, 2 drinks and a side. I received a birthday treat for 2 and a card signed by staff. Ladies washroom was sooooo unexpected but in a good way. Check it out. Such a grand experience.

Corey Crockett

1 month ago

I was looking up a place in the West Loop to eat at for Chicago Restaurant Week for dinner and I came across BLVD and I liked the reviews so I made reservations. Once I arrived I was greeted by a gentleman(can’t remember his name) who was working the reservation decks. He gave we a warm welcome while asking for the name on the reservation. Once he found my name, we had some small chitchat and he escorted me to my seat. I was then approached by a server whose name was Shawn. Right away he was giving me great service regarding the menu and the drink selection(plus bought out some warm dinner rolls that were sooo delicious by the way!). I made my order and he placed it. When my food arrived(first my salad) it looked very tasty and it tasted really good. Then my main course arrived and my Roasted chicken dinner look amazing but it was just ok (tofu sauce was absolutely tasty!) Last… Shawn suggested me some wine that he thought I would like and guess what… He was right! I did enjoy it!(I ended up buying a bottle to go). Next… Ted(I think he is the manager) come to my table and suggest a wine that’s similar to what I was drinking and gave me a taste test while explaining the history of the wine as well. It wasn’t my taste but the customer service he gave was TOP TIER! I must say I was very satisfied with BLVD. THANK YOU SHAWN AND TED FOR MAKING MY FIRST EXPERIENCE ONE TO REMEMBER! OUTWEST CL WILL BE BACK! 🫡

Ibukun Akindele

4 months ago

Okay I couldn’t take a picture of everything because people were hungry. But let me tell you, this place here! Our waiter was AMAZING. I don’t remember his name but I do got the picture of him. So if this restaurant sees this. Give that man some more money! We went for my aunt’s birthday and we couldn’t have been happier with the experience! The burger is a sleeper on that menu for sure. And the mushrooms are to die for. Savory but light all in the same bite. The sea bass was tender, lightly sweet and cooked to perfection. Now let’s tasks about that lobster. The sauce they cook it in is buttery, herby, fragrant and a great accompaniment to the lobster. The vibe of the restaurant is also beautiful at night. I hope everyone can give this place a try.

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 4:30–11 PM
Monday 4:30–10 PM
Saturday 10 AM–11 PM
Sunday 10 AM–10 PM
Thursday 4:30–10 PM
Tuesday 4:30–10 PM
Wednesday 4:30–10 PM

Price Range

$100+