Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - Chicago
Make a booking
- Good for special occasions
- Good for business meals
- Charming
Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesBarbecue, Steak, American
- Hours of OperationFri, Sat 11:30–23:00 Sun 11:30–22:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 15:00–22:00
- Phone number(312) 280-9200
- Website
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- CateringCarson’s Prime Steaks and Famous Barbecue now has a beautiful event space to host large parties. Our Classic Chicago River Room can be reserved for large private events for complete sit down dinners with a private bar. The River Room has lovely views of Ogden Slip and City lights, exposed brick, wood beams, picture windows, tablecloths, waiter service, full bar and wine list. Aside from our River Room, we have a fabulous large stand alone private dining room table perfect for elegant celebratory occasions. Carson’s is an authentic Chicago family owned and operated restaurant since 1977 which delivers a PERSONAL TOUCH hard to find elsewhere. We serve Delicious Award Winning Barbecue, Prime or Angus Steaks, Chops, Chicken, Shrimp, and Salmon. Desserts, side dishes, and cornbread are also HOMEMADE. Large carry out orders are available for pick up. Please contact Party Planner Nick (323) 540-4888 You may also feel free to contact owner Dean Carson at 773-310-1000
- Private party facilitiesCarson’s Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue has beautiful event space to host large parties. We welcome you to contact us to discuss your party needs and reserve your important date.
- AreaGold Coast / Streeterville
- Cross StreetLake Shore Drive
- Parking details4-HOUR SELF PARKING AVAILABLE FOR ONLY $12 at Downtown Chicago in Streeterville. Self-park directly across the street; enter on Illinois Street at Parkview Garage - 456 E Illinois St. The garage is UNDERGROUND below One Bennett Park. Please validate your ticket at Carson's front desk at the end of your visit. For questions, call 312-280-9200.
- Public transitCTA 66 Chicago Bus - Eastbound toward Navy Pier | Take the CTA Red Line "L" to Grand & State, then walk or bus 7 blocks east on Illinois Street.
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Popular dishes
What 2,023 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
- 4.8Food
- 4.8Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.6Value
Noise • Moderate
Review summary
- B
Bob
Chicago
4 reviews
5.04 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - ChicagoResponded 1 day agoIs this helpful?
- M
Moshe
London
10 reviews
5.010 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - ChicagoResponded 1 day agoIs this helpful?
- OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.01 review
Dined 4 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
Is this helpful?
- C
Carolyn
Chicago
5 reviews
5.05 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - ChicagoResponded 1 day agoIs this helpful?
- S
Sharon
Milwaukee
vip1 review
4.01 review
Dined on 15 November 2024
- Overall 4
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - ChicagoResponded 1 day agoIs this helpful?
- N
Nathaniel
Chicago
1 review
5.01 review
Dined on 14 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - ChicagoResponded on 14 November 2024Is this helpful?
- V
Vincent
Charleston
vip65 reviews
5.065 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - ChicagoResponded on 14 November 2024Is this helpful?
- H
Hilarie
Chicago
5 reviews
5.05 reviews
Dined on 13 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - ChicagoResponded on 13 November 2024Is this helpful?
- D
Dan
Phoenix
1 review
2.01 review
Dined on 10 November 2024
- Overall 2
- Food 2
- Service 1
- Ambience 5
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - ChicagoResponded on 12 November 2024Is this helpful?
- C
Crystal
Chicago
1 review
3.01 review
Dined on 10 November 2024
- Overall 3
- Food 2
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - ChicagoResponded on 12 November 2024Is this helpful?
FAQs
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 280-9200.
Carson's Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue - Chicago is rated 4.8 stars by 2023 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a booking
Order delivery or takeout
465 E. Illinois Street, Chicago, IL 60611
Dining areas
Additional information
- Cross StreetLake Shore Drive
- AreaGold Coast / Streeterville
- Hours of OperationFri, Sat 11:30–23:00 Sun 11:30–22:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 15:00–22:00
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesBarbecue, Steak, American
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Parking details4-HOUR SELF PARKING AVAILABLE FOR ONLY $12 at Downtown Chicago in Streeterville. Self-park directly across the street; enter on Illinois Street at Parkview Garage - 456 E Illinois St. The garage is UNDERGROUND below One Bennett Park. Please validate your ticket at Carson's front desk at the end of your visit. For questions, call 312-280-9200.
- Public transitCTA 66 Chicago Bus - Eastbound toward Navy Pier | Take the CTA Red Line "L" to Grand & State, then walk or bus 7 blocks east on Illinois Street.
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Website
- Phone number(312) 280-9200
- CateringCarson’s Prime Steaks and Famous Barbecue now has a beautiful event space to host large parties. Our Classic Chicago River Room can be reserved for large private events for complete sit down dinners with a private bar. The River Room has lovely views of Ogden Slip and City lights, exposed brick, wood beams, picture windows, tablecloths, waiter service, full bar and wine list. Aside from our River Room, we have a fabulous large stand alone private dining room table perfect for elegant celebratory occasions. Carson’s is an authentic Chicago family owned and operated restaurant since 1977 which delivers a PERSONAL TOUCH hard to find elsewhere. We serve Delicious Award Winning Barbecue, Prime or Angus Steaks, Chops, Chicken, Shrimp, and Salmon. Desserts, side dishes, and cornbread are also HOMEMADE. Large carry out orders are available for pick up. Please contact Party Planner Nick (323) 540-4888 You may also feel free to contact owner Dean Carson at 773-310-1000
- Private party facilitiesCarson’s Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue has beautiful event space to host large parties. We welcome you to contact us to discuss your party needs and reserve your important date.