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Boka

$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 62 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Michelin-starred Boka Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Chicago’s dining scene since 2003. In 2014, following a major renovation, Chef Lee Wolen joined as Executive Chef and Partner, quickly gaining critical acclaim. Named “Chef of the Year” by both Phil Vettel of the Chicago Tribune and Eater Chicago in 2014, and again in 2015, Lee has helped elevate Boka to new heights. The restaurant offers contemporary American cuisine that highlights seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms. The sophisticated yet inviting ambiance sets the stage for an exceptional dining experience, with daily-changing tasting menus that showcase timeless and seasonal American flavors.

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Executive chef: Lee Wolen

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    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2022

From the OpenTable editors: Open since 2003, acclaimed chef Lee Wolen’s one MICHELIN-starred restaurant continues to serve up some of the city’s best contemporary American fare – all in a glam, greenery-decked dining room. The approachable, refined menu celebrates seasonal ingredients with bold preparations and exceptional clarity – black-truffle roasted chicken and porcini ricotta gnudi are two standouts. Bonus points for a charming, tree-lined back patio.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (312) 337-6070
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Executive Chef Lee Wolen serves seasonal American cuisine in a warm & elegant fine dining atmosphere. Whatever your next occasion is, whether it be large, small, formal, or informal, BOKA can cater to all of your needs.
  • Private party contact
    our Event Sales Manager: (312) 337-6070
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Area
    Lincoln Park
  • Cross Street
    Willow
  • Parking details
    Street parking available.
  • Public transit
    Red Line "El" stop at Clyborn & North Ave
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Boka New Year's Eve Dinner

    US$295.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Come enjoy New Year's eve at Boka! We will be offering a celebratory 9-course tasting menu along with an optional reserve wine pairing to elevate the evening. We hope to see you to commemorate the past year and cheers to 2025! Tickets: tickets are $295 per person for the 9-course tasting menu. You may opt in for a reserve wine pairing at $205 per person. Tickets are non-refundable. Menu: Maine Uni, Caviar, Duck Liver Mousse Bluefin Tuna Roasted Hokkaido Scallops Black Truffle Tortelli Slow Cooked Ocean Trout Roasted Rohan Duck Sir Harry Wagyu Hibiscus Dark Chocolate Please reach out to info@bokachicago.com if you have more questions.
    Boka New Year's Eve Dinner photo
  • Champagne and Snacks on New Year's Eve

    US$85.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Come join us at the bar on New Year's eve for some Champagne and Snacks! From 4:30pm to 6:30pm, our bartenders will be here to help get you ready for a night full of celebration and fun to ring in 2025! Included are 2 glasses of bubbles per guest; accompanied by a selection of curated bites. We can accommodate the following dietary restrictions/preferences: vegetarian, pescatarian, and gluten free. Please reach out to info@bokachicago.com if you have more questions.
    Champagne and Snacks on New Year's Eve photo
  • Restaurant Week 4 Course Tasting Menu

    US$60.00 per person

    24 Jan 2025 - 9 Feb 2025
    Join us for Restaurant Week from January 24 to February 9. Guests can enjoy a special 4-course prix fixe dinner menu for $60 with an optional wine pairing for and additional $40. During this time we will NOT offer our regular à la carte or 8-course tasting menus. Price does not include taxes, fees and service charges.
    Restaurant Week 4 Course Tasting Menu photo

What 7,168 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

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  • Chicago / Illinois

    Contemporary American

  • Chicago

    Contemporary American

Review summary

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Boka offers an exquisite dining experience with a reputation for "exquisite cuisine" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the tasting menu, wine pairings, and creative dishes like truffle chicken and scallops. The restaurant's ambiance and attentive staff enhance special occasions, making it a top choice in Chicago's fine dining scene.

7,168 Reviews
  1. Francis

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat at the bar and had a great time. Excellent bartenders, excellent food, phenomenal service.

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  2. Julie

    VIP

    Chicago

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been dining at Boka since they opened 30 years ago. They continue to excel in food prep and service. Don’t miss the duck for 2!

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  3. Betsy

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My boyfriend and I chose Boka as our place to celebrate Christmas and it did not disappoint! We had the 8 course tasting menu and were absolutely amazed by the creativity, flavor, texture, and variety of the dishes. Our server Augustus was warm, kind, knowledgeable and professional.

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  4. Brendan

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food - the beef tartare was zesty and delicious, beef short ribs had body but could still be cut by a butter knife, and the oat financier dessert was a delightful, lightly salty, perfectly balanced dessert - all incredible. The beef short ribs had some of the best umami flavor I've ever had thanks to the roasted puree (I think celery?) they put on the dish. Great drinks as well, try the Bella & Beatrice if you like gin at all.

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  5. Anastasia

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had pretty high expectations for the “Michelin” food here however it wasn’t impressive nor was i satisfied. The service was slow for a Tuesday night, but our server was very charming.

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  6. George Andrew

    VIP

    Chicago

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A spectacular meal, Fernando was an exceptional host. We experienced the tasting menu, and every course exceeded our expectations. (Which says a lot considering it was competing with its own near-perfection!) Bravo, Boka!

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  7. Brigitte

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best always. Food, service, ambience is my favorite

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  8. Meiqing

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is sophisticated with complex tastes (purées etc.), but all dishes are very salty. Service is good.

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  9. Natalie

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fantastic! Go for the tasting menu if you have the time. Service was impeccable: knowledgeable and attentive. We will be back!

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  10. Lisa

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an unbelievable dinner at Boka. Definitely one of the top meals I’ve ever experienced. Each dish had so many flavor levels that all melded together in the perfect flavors. And each was also the perfect size. So happy to have found Boka!

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FAQs

Boka is rated 4.8 stars by 7168 OpenTable diners.

Boka does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 62 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Boka

1729 North Halsted, Chicago, IL 60614

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Cross Street
    Willow
  • Area
    Lincoln Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking available.
  • Public transit
    Red Line "El" stop at Clyborn & North Ave
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 337-6070
  • Private party facilities
    Executive Chef Lee Wolen serves seasonal American cuisine in a warm & elegant fine dining atmosphere. Whatever your next occasion is, whether it be large, small, formal, or informal, BOKA can cater to all of your needs.
  • Private party contact
    our Event Sales Manager: (312) 337-6070
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