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Chef Art Smith's Reunion, Chicago, IL

Chef Art Smith's Reunion

4.2
4.2
719 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
23:00
Booked 7 times today
  • Charming
  • Lively
  • Great for outdoor dining
Dining together allows us to better understand who we are, regardless of our social status. The food does not have to be elegant, complicated, or fancy. We find that busy people like simple food—the busier they are, the simpler the food. Our menu is straightforward, down-home Southern food with a few more contemporary dishes.

Getting back to the table allows us to love and nurture each other and renew connections to our families—however they may be configured—in this diverse and ever-changing society. Such connections are crucial in a fast-paced world where we feel more disconnected every day. One of the best ways we know how to restore that daily balance is to sit down at our table.

We should all think about returning to the sanctity of the table, where we can rebuild our families whether they be given or chosen, and reconnect with those we love and choose to love. Our table is a familiar, uncomplicated, friendly place where we can celebrate.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (312) 224-1415
  • Website
    http://www.reunionrestaurants.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Art Smith
  • Location
    700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  • Area
    Lakeshore East
  • Cross Street
    Located at the front of Navy Pier.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    The CTA stop is located across the street from the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 719 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chef Art Smith's Reunion offers "the best fried chicken" and a delightful "Southern cooking experience." Guests rave about the "amazing hush puppies" and "delicious biscuits." The outdoor dining area at Navy Pier is a highlight, making it a perfect spot for a summer meal. Service is generally attentive, enhancing the overall dining experience.

719 Reviews

  1. Amy

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Being from Chicago, I was a bit skeptical about a restaurant at Navy Pier. But we have enjoyed Blue Door Kitchen and Garden and decided to give Reunion a try before heading to the 'theatre.' What a wonderful surprise! It's a lovely unpretentious space. We thoroughly enjoyed the prixe fix theatre menu. We started with the Division Bell cocktail, which was great, of course, with mezcal and a cherry. We had the deviled eggs and crab cake, both delicious Southern classics. Then we had the caesar salad and brussels sprouts with kale, again both delicious. The brussels sprout and kale were blended with pecans, bacon and parmesan. What's not to love about that combination? Then we had the spring pasta and the salmon with brussels sprouts and sweet potato (roasted and delicious). The salmon was cooked to perfection. The pasta was fresh and full flavored with rich pesto. I'm not a big fan of desserts but thoroughly enjoyed the hummingbird cupcake. Husband loved the key lime--the aroma alone was amazing. Half-price bottle of wine (Wednesdays, it seems) added to the enjoyment. And finally, our server was wonderful, and the chef warmly visited each table. Chef is humble, kind, and clearly very talented. We live in Chicago and will gladly return to Reunion, especially before enjoying a play.

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  2. CEG88

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve been to Chef Art’s Homecomin in Florida, so we were quite excited to learn there was a similar restaurant in Chicago. The fried chicken was just as delicious as it is in Florida and our waitress was a delight. I forget her name, but she is originally from NJ.

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  3. Carol

    Chicago

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pre-theater dining on the pier. Three out of four of us went with the signature fried chicken dinner. If you want to splurge on a fried dinner, this is the place to do it. The coating was crispy without being greasy and the meat was moist and flavorful. The mashed potatoes were buttery and had a nice smooth texture. We were warned about the very generous portions of the desserts and were not disappointed. One delicious piece of key lime pie split four ways. A great end to our meal.

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  4. Cliff

    Kansas City

    21 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food great, Server seemed distracted and wasn't attentive.

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  5. Judy

    Chicago

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great menu. Lovely setting. Delicious preparation. Attentive wait staff. Perfect before/after any Chicago Shakespeare Theater performance or visit to Navy Pier.

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  6. bob

    Chicago

    15 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Music was excessively loud! It was so loud our waiter complained that it made it hard to hear our orders. We had difficulty hearing each other. We asked twice before they turned it down. The food is ok, not great, so the experience was negatively affected by the loud music. There is no need for loud music — it’s a restaurant not a concert!

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  7. Marcia

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    If you are looking for homestyle food that will leave you feeling good do not hesitate to visit Chef Art Smiths Reunion. It holds true to its name and joined with friends and family the reunion will be fun filled with amazing food and drinks!!! Let me tell you if I could go daily to have the grits for sure.

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  8. Maikel

    New York City

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    If you are looking for a similar experience as Chef Art's in Orlando this menu unfortunately falls short. The food was solid but nothing worth revisiting.

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  9. Elizabeth

    Chicago

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Chicken tenders and mac and cheese are the best

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  10. Joe

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the place to gather for a good meal at a good price. There is something for everyone.

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FAQs

Chef Art Smith's Reunion offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 224-1415.

Chef Art Smith's Reunion is rated 4.2 stars by 719 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
23:00
Booked 7 times today

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Google Map for Chef Art Smith's Reunion

700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located at the front of Navy Pier.
  • Area
    Lakeshore East
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    The CTA stop is located across the street from the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Art Smith
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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