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Wildfire - Steakhouse in Chicago, Illinois

Wildfire

4.4 (2494 reviews)

159 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654

Steak house
American restaurant
Bar
Restaurant

About Wildfire - steak house in Chicago, Illinois

Bustling, upscale eatery featuring steak & other New American fare in a spacious, polished interior.

Customer Review Summary

Wildfire offers a delightful dining experience with delicious food and top-notch service. The steaks generally impress, though some guests reported minor issues with preferences. Salads, particularly the Chopped and Caesar, are highly praised. Desserts like chocolate cake and cookies receive positive feedback. Service is consistently described as attentive, kind, and professional. The restaurant maintains a clean and inviting atmosphere reminiscent of the Rat Pack Era. Special dietary needs are accommodated well, enhancing the dining experience. The Cedar Plank Salmon and Mac & Cheese are standout dishes. Prices are noted as reasonable for an upscale steakhouse. Overall, Wildfire is highly recommended for its exceptional food and service.

Key Features

Service options

  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

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

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Braille menu
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Wine

Dining options

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

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Lunch reservations recommended
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards

Children

  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Paid street parking
  • Valet parking

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.4 out of 5
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546
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77
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81
Based on 2494 reviews

Jen Jen

5 months ago

Had dinner with my team. We ordered salads and steaks. The filets came out ok but missed the mark on some of the preferences. We order the Chopped and Caesar salads to share. They were delicious. We had the chocolate cake and the cookie and they were delicious.

Lyd (DrizyL)

6 months ago

I’ve visited wildfire 3 times this year and my god was this an experience! Service is immaculate! Food is exquisite and worth the price! Highly highly recommended coming here for dinner, lunch or even just a quick drink!

Jacob Stout

This restaurant was fabulous. Showed up to a 5:30 reservation and were seated immediately. The waiter was so kind as to move the table to make it easier into the booth for my crippled GF. They offered us some delicious complementary bread, and we ordered some very tasty crab cakes to start. I had mentioned a dairy allergy, and the kitchen was so kind as to add a tag to illustrate which crab cake was for me. We both ordered steaks for the main course, with potatoes and vegetables on the side, all of which was incredible and cooked to a perfect point. Would definitely like to make it back for another meal.

Jeremy K

1 year ago

It’s always about the basics of cooking and Wildfire delivers. Hot food hot and cold food cold. Ask for a medium rare steak and get a medium rare steak. Seasoned to perfection! Our server, Hank, was wonderful. Attentive, polite, warm and friendly. Bravo to Chef and their crew. Another wonderful meal.

ARI K PRODUCTION (Arian Khoroushi)

10 months ago

Big Bowl impresses with its extensive menu of flavorful Asian cuisine. From fresh sushi to aromatic stir-fries, every dish is crafted with care and packed with authentic flavors. The vibrant ambiance and attentive service create a welcoming atmosphere for diners of all tastes. Whether you're craving traditional favorites or adventurous new dishes, Big Bowl delivers a satisfying dining experience that keeps you coming back for more.

Bryce Hosseini

The steaks looked great and were spoken of highly by my companions. My salmon was very good, but the salad that accompanied it had way too much cheese on it and got soggy fast as a result. Prices were actually very good by upscale steakhouse standards. Nice atmosphere as well. Service was hit or miss though; our table had no problems, but the table next to us wasn't so fortunate.

Sabrina Rose

1 year ago

The atmosphere is reminiscent of the Rat Pack Era, the restaurant was very clean. Loved the bathrooms…besides it being very clean, the I liked how the stall doors went down to the floor & gave more privacy compared to most bathrooms! The service was top notch! Every employee that we interacted with was very kind and our server was attentive to us throughout our entire time there. The food & drinks were absolutely incredible!! My mom and I both had the Cedar Plank Salmon with a Bourbon Glaze, and it was one of the best pieces of salmon I’ve ever had! I had a side of Mac & cheese that was super tasty, and my Mom loved her side of mashed potatoes! We then split an order of the Wildfire Chopped Salad, because my Mom said I just HAD to try it! The salad was massive, so we took some home, but its’ taste definitely lived up to the hype - SO good! We both ordered 1 of their famous Martini Flights - It’s no longer on the menu but still available to order! The flight is a bit on the pricey side, but if you’ve got the money to spend & you like martinis, it’s 100% worth the splurge!

Destiny Cummings

1 month ago

Food and the atmosphere was phenomenal. I have the beach Wellington and it was absolutely amazing

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 11:30 AM–8:30 PM
Monday 11:30 AM–8 PM
Saturday 3–8:30 PM
Sunday 3–8 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 11:30 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM–8 PM

Price Range

$50–100