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RL Restaurant, Chicago, IL
RL Restaurant, Chicago, IL
RL Restaurant, Chicago, IL
RL Restaurant, Chicago, IL
RL Restaurant, Chicago, IL

RL Restaurant

4.8
4.8
6488 Reviews
$50 and over
American
If you do not find availability online, please call the restaurant directly at 312-475-1100.

Located adjacent to the Ralph Lauren Chicago flagship store on Michigan Avenue, RL Restaurant features the vision and décor of Ralph Lauren in a modern club atmosphere.
RL Restaurant offers classic American cuisine inspired by Ralph Lauren’s personal favorites. Seasonal dishes range from a chopped vegetable salad to a lobster roll sandwich, grilled fish of the day and steaks. On the cocktail list, guests can choose from classic drinks and a diverse selection of wines and other fine spirits.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 77 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 475-1100
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Pitts
  • Private party facilities
    RL Restaurant accepts reservations for large parties. Please call for details.
  • Private party contact
    Reservationist: (312) 475-1100
  • Neighborhood
    Gold Coast / Streeterville
  • Cross street
    Michigan Avenue and Chicago Avenue
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is currently not available.
  • Public transit
    CTA Red Line Rapid Transit
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 6,488 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago

    American

6,490 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it .... great food, awesome staff, loved the whole vibe 10/10❤️

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  2. Tonoera

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined today

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Lugar bueno, ubicación céntrica, buen menú y muy variado. Comensales en nivel familiar y todo bien en general.

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  3. Michael

    Cincinnati

    20 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined today

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Overpriced food was not worth the price. Service was decent

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  4. SandyM

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We were treated very well. The staff was very accommodating and friendly. Our server Tyler was great! The food is always good and the ambiece is cozy and nice.

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  5. aLocal

    Chicago

    88 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    88 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always excellent! Lovely place to entertain yourself or others!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great location for the holidays . Bright and energetic atmosphere

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Mexico City

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food5service5ambience1
    The food was extraordinary. Service was great. The place is stunning. The table given to us poor. We were seated by the door, every time someone opened it we had to freeze for the time people entered or exit the restaurant. Several times people bumped into me, the worse being a guy who stepped on my foot causing me severe pain. The absolute worse place to be seated. One star to the table. The rest was great.

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  8. KathyS

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    As always food & service were fantastic! RL Grill is always a stop when visiting Chicago.

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  9. JenniferB

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always our favorite place to be. The ambience is phenomenal, the service impeccable, the food outstanding. Thank you for making it an experience.

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  10. WindyCityGrl

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always an excellent experience. Service, ambiance (albeit dated) and food are great.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
     nous avons eu l’occasion de manger deux fois dans ce chaman Restaurant tout était parfait. Bravo  un ensemble de l’équipe. 

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for a client lunch Great Service Great Food and Beverages Very clean bathrooms

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  13. jamesp

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Friendly staff, prompt service, and outstanding food - That's RL

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  14. JacksonJ

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful food and service. They sat us in the cold zone by the frequently opened door. Food didn’t stay hot very long. There’s nothing worse than cold hollandaise. The tables are small 48” rounds for 4 people. Food barely fit on them. Getting food to me, who was backed into a corner with no access out once everyone sat down, was a challenge. Cozybis knew thing….fire hazard is another.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fantastic. We really enjoyed it. Service and food were impecable

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
     nous avons passé une soirée agréable, dans un cadre exceptionnel  Accueil, très chaleureux et professionnel 

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  17. lllc

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this restaurant. Beautiful on the inside cocktails and food fantastic.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful experience and excellent service!

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  19. Lili

    Chicago

    41 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    I will be coming back to make up for this first visit. The service was outstanding but I need to try again.

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  20. EricaP

    Milwaukee

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience at RL. We were able to move up our reservation 30 minutes, which was greatly appreciated. Staff were attentive and friendly, food was excellent, and you can't beat the ambiance. It was my birthday and they brought out a birthday brownie which was very sweet. Will be back next time we're in town.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing. Our waiter took great care of us as the food was incredible!

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  22. Truffel

    San Diego

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I come to Chicago for Thanksgiving most years and we almost always have lunch here at RL on Black Friday, the best! Special every time and the food never disappoints. 

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  23. JBWNOLA

    New Orleans

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I never tire of this classic Restaruant. From the stunning dining room to the incredible menu it is always first class.

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  24. nolafoodie68

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The dirty martinis were excellent. Love the ice chards:). I had the strip steak and it was amazing. Perfect temperature and melted in your mouth. The Brussels sprouts were excellent. Also had the key lime pie this time. It was outstanding. Service has always been great here. Well done. Love this restaurant!

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  25. TammiA

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server, Brian, was awesome. We have had him before and he is a fan favorite. ❤️

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service and food was fantastic definitely try the Lobster roll!

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food amazing! The service top notch. No complaints.

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  28. DearandHon

    San Francisco

    191 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    191 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My daughter and I finish our annual Chicago trip at RL…always a bottle of champagne, pigs in blankets (I recommend maybe 6 pigs for the serving)…escargot, lobster bisque and the most heavenly coconut cake…all delicious!!! This trip our server was Tyler (because he brought out a 2nd bottle of Peligrino he is now my favorite son)…he was proficient and had a bright sense of humor! Thank you!

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  29. Javy

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    RL in an iconic brand, the quality in the menu selection and the service life up to the standards.

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  30. JohnM

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great meal. Thank you for always being consistent.

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  31. Scotteats

    New Orleans

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, RL proves why it’s one of my very favorite places in Chicago. A casual fine dining experience that rates very high on execution and is one of the most interesting places to take in a meal… art work and people-watching battle for each diners attention. This was the first time for my 12-year old boy-girl twins and I had high hopes that were equaled in trepidation. Nervous of their impatient and unsophisticated palates review of one of my favorite places— I was rewarded by near perfect marks by the neophytes. In fact, my daughter uttered but a single word after delving European style into her Filet Mignon: “perfection”. My son sang high praises as well with the lad sharing after the meal, while we walked again on Michigan Ave: “that was the best restaurant I’ve ever been to!”. I agree my boy; I agree. Nice job RL team! And thanks for making it possible for me to return, kids in tow, for years to come!

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  32. Sylv

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and fun experience walking around the different levels of the store before our dinner.

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  33. LaurelK

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Best Dover Sole, Crab cake & French fries I have had in Chicago! Maybe a bit pricier than others, but service is The Best (Mashed potatoes were only ok this time, but in all past visits they have been The Best as well!

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  34. NataliaE

    Monterrey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Highly recommended, though very packed and tables very close together

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  35. Kate

    Louisville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a lovely brunch with my mom here! Food was delicious and the servers were fantastic!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing! Our waitress was phenomenal. Will be back every year. 😊

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Favorite place in Chicago. Never disappoints! Fantastic food and service

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  38. Nikki

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall2food5service1ambience4
    The food and ambiance was great. The service was very poor. The waiter was rude and did not care to listen to us. Walked away multiple times as we were talking. Only tipped out of courtesy, but sad that’s the way they treated us.

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  39. AustinHawk

    Kansas City

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We try to visit RL every few years. It is such a special place. The food is always amazing, the service is personal and memorable and the environment is outstanding. The only knock might be that it can be a bit crowded, but that’s part of the ambiance. Can’t wait to get back again.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The dining room was actually full so we ended up with a cozy table for 2 in front of the fireplace. Couldn’t have been more perfect!

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from RL Restaurant using the Order Online button. RL Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 475-1100.

RL Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 6488 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 77 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for RL Restaurant

115 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Michigan Avenue and Chicago Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Gold Coast / Streeterville
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is currently not available.
  • Public transit
    CTA Red Line Rapid Transit
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Pitts
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 475-1100
  • Private party facilities
    RL Restaurant accepts reservations for large parties. Please call for details.
  • Private party contact
    Reservationist: (312) 475-1100
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