River Roast

4.5

3314 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 58 times today

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Charming

Situated on the iconic Chicago River with stunning views of downtown, River Roast is a lively social house and gathering place. The menu features contemporary American tavern fare with dramatic presentations of whole roasted chicken, whole roasted fish and slow roasted beef; all carved table-side. The food is handcrafted, yet rustic, with many plates designed for sharing. The bar offers a large selection of local beer, craft cocktails, beer, and wine. With one of the best patios in Chicago, River Roast is a great place to enjoy dining outside on a hot summer afternoon or a crisp fall evening. River Roast Private Events offers six spaces, all with spectacular views, for parties from 10 to 1,000. Saturday and Sunday features our Brunch menu from 11:00AM-3PM. We are open Mon-Fri for lunch and daily for dinner.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Gastro Pub
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 822-0100
Website
http://www.riverroastchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jason Qureshi
Private party facilities
With stunning views of the river and downtown, River Roast Private Events offers an impressive setting for your next party or meeting.With six event spaces to choose from – each featuring sophisticated decor that pays tribute to the historical landmark building the restaurant is housed i
Private party contact
Sales Manager: (855) 399-4084

Location
315 N LaSalle Blvd, Chicago, IL 60654
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Cross street
Kinzie
Parking details
Valet is located on the east side of LaSalle, just north the LaSalle Street Bridge.
Public transit
We are conveniently located near the Merchandise Mart Brown Line stop and the Clark and Lake Blue, Brown, Purple, Green, Orange & Pink Lines.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Delivery
Multiple dates available
Mon - Thu - 11:30 AM - 8:45 PM,Fri - 11:30 AM - 9:45 PM
Needing a night in but wanting a great meal? River Roast has got your back. Let us bring the goods to you! Order for delivery today.
Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The happiest of hours is at River Roast, Monday-Friday from 4pm-6pm. Whether your vibe is Half Off Martinis or a Miller High Life, we’ve got you covered!
Live Music Thursday
Multiple dates available
Thu - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for Happy Hour specials and the sounds of live music right on the river! Live Music is from 5pm-7pm, with happy hour available from 4pm-6pm!

Popular dishes

Charcuterie$18.00
Pickles, Fruit Preserves, Mustard, Toasted Sourdough. Choice of: Chicken Liver Mousse, Finocchiona, Calabrese, Prosciutto, 'Nduja
- 3 Selections$18.00
- 5 Selections$30.00
Cheese$18.00
Honey, Fruit Preserves, Toasted Sourdough. Choice of: Red Rock, English Cheddar; Evalon, Firm Goat; Humboldt Fog, Semi-Soft Goat; Trillium, Triple Cream; Sneak, Aged Gouda
- 3 Selections$18.00
- 5 Selections$30.00
Mushroom Toast$11.00
Roasted Shimeji Mushrooms, Scallions, Herb Aioli
Spinach Artichoke Dip$12.00
Parmesan Crust & Grilled Sourdough
Golden Gobbets$13.00
Seasoned Fried Chicken, Honey
Burrata$18.00
Grilled Peaches, Apricot Compote, Crispy Prosciutto, Balsamic, Mint
Shrimp and Crab Toast$13.00
Avocado, Shrimp Mousse, Fried Brioche
Blistered Shishito Peppers$12.00
Harissa, Lemon Yogurt

Sandwiches

Benedict*$16.00
Smoked Salmon, Pickled Onion, Capers, Spicy Hollandaise
RR Burger*$17.00
Double Patties, Caramelized Onion, Bibb Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles, American Cheese, 1000 Island
Lobster Burger*$23.00
6oz Lobster Cake, Smashed Avocado, Bibb Lettuce, Tomato
Fried Chicken$17.00
Sriracha Pickle, Spicy Remoulade, Butter Lettuce

Brunch

Chicken & Waffles$17.00
Powdered Sugar, Maple Syrup
French Toast$16.00
Strawberry, Lemon Ricotta
Belgian Waffles$14.00
Fresh Berries, Powdered Sugar
Steak & Eggs$39.00
2 Eggs, 8oz Beef, Potatoes
Chef's Breakfast$16.00
2 Eggs, Potatoes, Toast, Sausage or Bacon
Market Scramble*$16.00
Egg Whites, Spinach, Mushroom, Red & Green Peppers
Today's Omelette$15.00
Seasonally Inspired

Market Salads

Protein Additions: Cold Smoked Salmon +$7, Chicken +$5, Beef* +$8

Crispy Chicken$16.00
Romaine, Tomato, Corn, Cheddar Cheese, Red Radish, Crispy Chicken, Buttermilk Ranch
Arugula$16.00
Bacon, Blue Cheese, Tomato, Onion, Balsamic Vinaigrette
RR Chopped$15.00
Romaine, Feta Cheese Roasted Pepper Onion Relish, Olive, Tomato Red Wine Vinaigrette

Roasts

Hand-Carved Tableside

Featured Roast - Grilled Skirt Steak$65.00
Cipollini Agrodolce & Pink Peppercorn Butter
Roast Beef*$32.00
Local, Slow & Tender
- 8oz$32.00
- 16oz$64.00
- 24oz$96.00
Berkshire Pork Chop$22.00
Cider Brined & Apple Wood Smoked, Apple Cider Nage
- 12oz$22.00
- 24oz$43.00
Roast Chicken$25.00
Apple Wood Smoked, RR Potatoes
- Half$25.00
- Whole$40.00
Whole Fish$46.00
Fire Roasted, Salsa Verde, Tomatoes & Herbs
Roasted Poblano$26.00
Black Bean Corn Stuffing, Avocado Puree, Salsa Verde, Seasonal Vegetables

Side Dishes

Yogurt Parfait$12.00
Fresh Berries, Honey
Breakfast Meat$10.00
Thick Slab Bacon or Sausage
English Muffin or Toast$12.00
Seasonal Jam
Mac & Cheese$12.00
Fontina, Cheddar, Garlic Herb Breadcrumb
Grilled Carrots$12.00
Coriander Dill Yogurt
RR Potatoes$12.00
Crispy Fried, Red Wine Vinaigrette

Mimosa Kits

served with fresh berries and assorted juice

Carletto, Prosecco Brut$70.00
Vendaval, Blanc de Blancs$74.00
Veuve Clicquot, Champagne Brut$121.00

What 3,314 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 recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

River Roast in Chicago offers a dining experience that perfectly combines "spectacular views" of the Chicago River with delicious food. Guests rave about the "phenomenal" service and "delicious" menu items, especially the roast chicken and seafood dishes. The riverside seating and live music create an "amazing ambiance," making it an ideal spot for special occasions or a leisurely meal. While some reviews mention delays in service, the overall experience is highly praised, with many diners planning to return for more riverside enjoyment.

3,314 Reviews

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Sara
Pittsburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Victor was so great. He came at great intervals and for once, we felt like we picked the perfect amount of food for us! Everything was cooked perfectly, every person who worked there helped each other and made sure our waters were always full. We would definitely come back!
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Lee
VIP
Chicago
54 reviews
5.0
54 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Started odd with 2 glasses of wine. Nice pour and not outrageously priced. Followed with shrimp and crab toast appetizer which was very good. We had the double smashed cheeseburger and fried chicken sandwich along with French fries. All were very good. Service was excellent. Water glass was kept full without ever asking. Very full and satisfied at the end. Will definitely return.
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Juanilis
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience. The staff was super kind. We were celebrating my brother's birthday, and they gave him a little cake. The food was yummy, and the place was beautiful.
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Maghan
Milwaukee
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great brunch experience! Food and service were solid. It was busy but not overly noisy which was nice.
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Matthew
Cleveland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great meal! Friendly service. We had a fantastic evening.
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Patricia
Chicago
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was really busy and our reservation wasn’t ready and we were in a hurry but the management team and server were so accommodating in ordering quickly and getting us out on time - the effort made was greatly appreciated. Food and ambiance are always fantastic!
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Barrett
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing service with Jorge, made our day. Awesome food with generous portions means great vibe inside!
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Kelly
Chicago
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
I am not at all a picky eater, but this meal was not just good. My sister and I went out after a long day working a trade show and we were looking forward to a decent dinner. They were out of their main feature, the pork roast so she order the slow roasted beef. It was tough and full of gristle. It was undercooked and had to be sent back to continue to cook. She ordered a side of potatoes to pair with the meat ($12 extra) that were chunks of deep fried potatoes. It was called River Roast potatoes which are not described so you have no idea that you are getting very unhealthy potatoes. My salad was drenched in dressing. Not great. The waiter could see that we were not into our meal at all and so he brought us a slice of carrot cake to share, and it too was just aweful! So dry and tasteless. There was more icing than cake. I have never written a review before but really did feel compelled to write one today - it was just that bad.
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Sherry
Chicago
162 reviews
3.0
162 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Had a 7:30p res on Friday night and they were out of the pork schnitzel and the steak. Apps were bland.
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Valerie
Kansas City
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was delish, as always! Service was not great this visit. We had a teen with a birthday and there was no acknowledgment of his birthday, which was a big bummer.
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FAQs

River Roast offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. River Roast also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 822-0100.

River Roast is rated 4.5 stars by 3314 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 58 times today

Order delivery or takeout

315 N LaSalle Blvd, Chicago, IL 60654

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Kinzie
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet is located on the east side of LaSalle, just north the LaSalle Street Bridge.
Public transit
We are conveniently located near the Merchandise Mart Brown Line stop and the Clark and Lake Blue, Brown, Purple, Green, Orange & Pink Lines.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jason Qureshi
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.riverroastchicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 822-0100
Private party facilities
With stunning views of the river and downtown, River Roast Private Events offers an impressive setting for your next party or meeting.With six event spaces to choose from – each featuring sophisticated decor that pays tribute to the historical landmark building the restaurant is housed i
Private party contact
Sales Manager: (855) 399-4084

River Roast

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Delivery

Happy Hour

Live Music Thursday

Roast Chicken

Roast Beef

French Toast

Bites & Boards

Charcuterie$18.00

Cheese$18.00

Mushroom Toast$11.00

Spinach Artichoke Dip$12.00

Golden Gobbets$13.00

Burrata$18.00

Shrimp and Crab Toast$13.00

Blistered Shishito Peppers$12.00

Sandwiches

Benedict*$16.00

RR Burger*$17.00

Lobster Burger*$23.00

Fried Chicken$17.00

Brunch

Chicken & Waffles$17.00

French Toast$16.00

Belgian Waffles$14.00

Steak & Eggs$39.00

Chef's Breakfast$16.00

Market Scramble*$16.00

Today's Omelette$15.00

Market Salads

Crispy Chicken$16.00

Arugula$16.00

RR Chopped$15.00

Roasts

Featured Roast - Grilled Skirt Steak$65.00

Roast Beef*$32.00

Berkshire Pork Chop$22.00

Roast Chicken$25.00

Whole Fish$46.00

Roasted Poblano$26.00

Side Dishes

Yogurt Parfait$12.00

Breakfast Meat$10.00

English Muffin or Toast$12.00

Mac & Cheese$12.00

Grilled Carrots$12.00

RR Potatoes$12.00

Mimosa Kits

Carletto, Prosecco Brut$70.00

Vendaval, Blanc de Blancs$74.00

Veuve Clicquot, Champagne Brut$121.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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Does River Roast offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is River Roast restaurant rated?

Is River Roast currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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