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Folklore | Argentine Restaurant - Steakhouse in Chicago, Illinois

Folklore | Argentine Restaurant

4.5 (1126 reviews)

2100 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622

Argentinian restaurant
Bar
Bar & grill
Cocktail bar
Latin American restaurant
Restaurant
Steak house

About Folklore | Argentine Restaurant - steak house in Chicago, Illinois

Beef-centric Argentinean menu with pastas & empanadas in a rustic candlelit setting with a full bar.

Customer Review Summary

Folklore | Argentine Restaurant has received mixed reviews from patrons. The ambiance is praised as romantic and perfect for dates, earning a 5-star rating. Cocktails and food also receive high praise, with many describing perfect flavors, beautiful presentation, and well-seasoned dishes that evoke memories of Latin cuisine. Service is frequently commended, with specific staff members highlighted for their attentiveness and recommendations. However, some guests have expressed disappointment in the food quality, noting tough and flavorless beef and poor sangrias. While the staff is described as friendly, there are concerns about the value for money, particularly related to steak quality and preparation. The restaurant is considered a suitable option for various occasions, with guests appreciating the atmosphere and overall dining experience. Certain dishes, like mashed potatoes and salads, receive specific compliments, while others recommend caution with steaks. Overall, Folklore offers a promising dining experience, but consistency in food quality remains a point of contention.

Key Features

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

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

Offerings

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

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs

Parking

  • Paid street parking

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.5 out of 5
5
791
4
176
3
78
2
44
1
37
Based on 1126 reviews

Arisdely Mendez

3 weeks ago

Being a server myself and my boyfriend we do know about this. Unconsciously since we walked in we started judging and we went like this: Ambient: 5 stars, super romantic; perfect for a date. Cocktails: 5 stars, perfect flavors, beautiful presentation, quality ingredients. Food: 5 stars, perfect seasoning, we are used to Latin food and the seasoning was on point, it brought us back to our countries; from the appetizer, entree and dessert. Everything was perfect. Service: 5 stars, Oscar took the best care about us. Recommended us cocktails according to what we liked as well with food. It was my birthday, and he surprised us with a delicious dessert. We will go back 100%. Best date we’ve ever had and we will repeat it.

Ouiyen Chaswald

3 months ago

This dinner was ordered for me. I went to pick it up and the restaurant is beautiful. I would love to go and eat a meal there. They candlelit dinner. You don't see that too often do the fire safety. The menu is a la carte so I had a steak and some mixed vegetables as the side. I have medium rare and it was delicious. Cannot wait to go visit and have a dinner in person.

Patrick Hickey

1 month ago

First time here, won't be the last time. Very friendly staff, exceptional food, waiter was great with his recommendations. Will definitely put this on a list of places I will take family/friends.

Nicole Jean

3 months ago

Honestly, the food was disappointing. The beef was tough and lacked flavor, making it hard to enjoy. The sangrias were even worse—they tasted more like soda mixed with syrup than actual wine. The only redeeming dish was the salad, but let’s be real, it’s not what you come here for. The only saving grace was the service, which was attentive and friendly. Unfortunately, that alone isn’t enough to bring me back.

Dejan Marinkovic

8 months ago

It is a nice place. Prices are above the quality of food and service. Staff is nice and polite, but not so serviceable (we need to pour wine ourselves). They should say that we get a side dish with meat, although we ordered salad extra but it was not needed. I ordered medium rare ribeye, but it was more like well than medium (you can see pictures) and it was hard to chew it. I would recommend this place, wines are fine, but better go without steaks.

Myra Ilagan

This place is wonderful and will knock out any chain strakhouse off when it comes to grilled steaks. Perfectly seasoned. You do not need to add salt or pepper or any seasoning. Generous portions and the tomato salad that comes standard is perfection. Mashed potatoes are smooth and flavorful, fries are fantastic. We also ordered the folklore salad and this was also stunning. The ambience was nice. Though the dining room was full we could still have a quiet conversation. The lighting is dim and perfect, and dinner by candlelight is always a delight. The staff are patient, attentive, and friendly. Eat here. It is perfect for date night, a gathering of friends, or to meet with family. Prices are reasonable, and the food excellent. Parking on division is easy and if public transportation is your ride this is easily accessible as well.

Brenton Rhein

8 months ago

We had a great meal here. Our server was Jose and he did a great job. Food came out quickly and hot. The drinks were good and the desserts were great. We also have a one year old and the restaurant was very accommodating. All in all, this was a solid experience and if you’re in the neighborhood it’s worth trying.

maor dav

5 months ago

Food has some way to go to be considered a good steak. Mash potatoes were great. Steak was ok but not like you expect of an Argentinian steak. A plate of cheese and salami is pretty cheap and I think that a better quality would justify the price.

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 5–11 PM
Monday Closed
Saturday 5–11 PM
Sunday 5–10 PM
Thursday 5–10 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 5–10 PM

Price Range

$50–100