Lost Reef

4.5

100 Reviews

$30 and under

Fusion / Eclectic

Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem
Innovative

Lost Reef Lounge is a culinary-driven cocktail lounge experience unlike any other Chicago has ever seen. Nestled in Lakeview where luxury meets marine enchantment. A cocktail haven that is renowned for its exceptional culinary offerings. Expertly crafted by Chef Raul Najar, the carefully curated menu presents a delightful array of delectable dishes, designed to complement and enhance your extraordinary cocktail experience from our beverage coordinator, Michael Abood. We accept reservations up to 30 days in advance with each new day becoming available at 10 AM. Happy Hour from 4 PM - 6 PM Wednesday-Saturday. For parties of 9 or more people. Please email events@lostreef.com. Let's Get Lost Together!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Fusion / Eclectic, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 360-1961
Website
https://www.lostreef.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Raul Najar

Location
964 W Belmont Ave., Chicago, IL 60657
Neighborhood
Lakeview / East Lakeview
Cross street
Belmont Ave and Sheffield Ave
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Belmont CTA Stop
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Celebration for 2--$99/Couple
$49.50 per person
Multiple dates available
Get Lost in Celebration with your special someone. Indulge yourself in 4 courses and Signature cocktails for $99/per couple. Experience Includes: -1 Signature cocktail PER PERSON (Substitution: Glass of wine or Mocktail) -½ Dozen Fresh Shucked Oysters PER COUPLE (Substitution: Charcuterie Board) -Choice of 1 Lighter Fare Dish PER COUPLE -Choice of 1 Signature dish PER PERSON (Lobster Roll extra $10/person) -Choice of 1 Dessert PER COUPLE Price does not include tax or gratuity

What 100 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lost Reef delights with its vibrant aquarium ambiance and "excellent cocktails." Guests rave about the "great food, drink, and visuals," while brunch offerings leave families impressed with their "delicious" and beautifully presented dishes. The restaurant is praised for "outstanding service," especially from staff like Leann, who enhance the experience.

100 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Leann created the perfect menu for us, with a lemon theme throughout. Our favorites were the poke tacos and the chicken piccata. We even took cheesecake to go. I couldn’t resist Instagraming most of our meal. Even the daiquiri was classic. Sad to see it go!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Leann was AWESOME! She made excellent recommendations for both food and drink. We had so much fun with her! My favorite was the tuna tartare and the wine she recommended.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed happy hour before a show at The Vic. We shared a dozen oysters on the half shell that were delicious. We also ordered Happy Hour priced beet hummus and burrata. Both were excellent! Cute fish tank atmosphere, was a great spot on a hot afternoon!
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CarlaG
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service, great atmosphere! I had a caesar salad with lobster and I loved it! It was a step above my typical order at other restaurants of caesar salad with salmon or chicken. There was not a big desert selection, but the creamy cheesecake was fabulous.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Sad to see this place go and very disappointed about the concept replacing it. The bar was incredible and the staff was amazing!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent cocktails, fresh oysters and flavorful entrees. Beautiful atmosphere and outstanding service.
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Jmickegley
Chicago
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Of course the aquariums are the ambiance, but it is a lively, lovely spot. Service was as it should be, and pleasant. All the items we ordered were really good and reasonably priced. The cocktails were excellent, and we tried a variety! Overall a great time, with great food, drink and visuals.
Lost ReefResponded on June 19, 2024
Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your experience at Lost Reef. We strive to provide a unique and unforgettable experience for our guests, and hope we did that for you!
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drawde
Chicago
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went here for brunch because that’s the only time they allow kids. It was simply amazing! The hood was super delicious and well prepared. I will definitely go for dinner and also try their happy hour specials. The steak and eggs dish was well prepared and tasted great.
Lost ReefResponded on May 19, 2024
Thank you for your review! The steak and eggs is one of our most popular brunch dishes, and an employee favorite! As kids are getting out of school for the summer, we are allowing under 21 guests before 9pm! Brunch is always kid friendly, but we would love to invite people of all ages to try our delicious new dinner menu. We hope to see you and your family again soon!
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EW
EatWell
Chicago
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a find for brunch! My family went to Lost Reef for Mother’s Day’s brunch. Everyone, from my French toast loving 6 year old great niece to my pescatarian nephew, loved their food. Not only was the food delicious but the presentation was very appealing and the staff friendly and so accommodating. The aquariums displayed around the dining area were so much fun and really lent to our wonderful morning. We’ll be back.
Lost ReefResponded on May 19, 2024
Thank you so much for your review! We are thrilled we were able to provide a satisfying experience for you on such a special day. We're very proud of our executive chef and kitchen staff for the wonderful dishes they make, and glad your family approved! You'll have to try our dinner dishes as well! We look forward to seeing you and your family again soon!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great vibes and even greater food. Highly recommend!
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Lost Reef is rated 4.5 stars by 100 OpenTable diners.

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964 W Belmont Ave., Chicago, IL 60657

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Belmont Ave and Sheffield Ave
Neighborhood
Lakeview / East Lakeview
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Fusion / Eclectic, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Belmont CTA Stop
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Raul Najar
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.lostreef.com/
Phone number
(773) 360-1961

Lost Reef

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Dining areas

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Experiences

Celebration for 2--$99/Couple

Menu

What 100 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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