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The bar at LAUREL, inside The Talbott Hotel - LAUREL, Chicago, IL

LAUREL

4.3
4.3
18 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
21:30
Booked 3 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for business meals
LAUREL, nestled in Chicago's iconic Talbott Hotel, blends New American creativity with Mediterranean flavors, sourcing local and seasonal ingredients. Experience Mediterranean warmth paired with cosmopolitan flair in our full-service yet casual setting, offering a culinary journey for any occasion. Our design pays homage to the Mediterranean's diverse landscapes and artistic influences, creating a modern ambiance. Welcome to LAUREL, where craftsmanship meets creativity, and every meal celebrates flavor, community, and the art of living well.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 15:00–16:30 Brunch Daily 07:00–15:00 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 07:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 07:00–00:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–18:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (312) 944-4970
  • Website
    https://www.laurelchicago.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Costas "Dino" Tsaknis
  • Location
    20 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL 60611-4938
  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross Street
    Between Wabash and State Street
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Dogs on Delaware

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 17:30 - 19:30
    Bring your fur baby to enjoy cocktails, snacks, pup-sicles, and get a special toy from Tails in the City every Wednesday at 530pm. Tickets are available on Eventbrite or for purchase the day of the event with reservation. This experience is available on the Patio or in the Gallery. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dogs-on-delaware-tickets-934600193337

    Dogs on Delaware photo

  • Happiest Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 16:30 - 18:30
    Monday-Friday 4:30pm-6:30pm enjoy 50% off bottles of wine, special pricing on cocktails, wine by the glass and snacks.

    Happiest Happy Hour photo

Menu

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What 18 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Laurel offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic brunch" options and an inviting patio, perfect for people-watching. Guests praise the "excellent food" and "wonderful service," though some note occasional slow service. Enjoy unique cocktails and live jazz in a cozy atmosphere, making it a "great spot" for any occasion.

18 Reviews

  1. Jim

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent experience for 7 friends. Food and service were perfect.

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  2. Marcelo

    VIP

    Monterrey

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The host never approached the entrance to welcome us in.

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Tim

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 22 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food and location They need to hire more help, only one server on dinner during height of dinner rush.

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  4. Jennifer

    Chicago

    25 reviews

    3.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 11 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Didn’t have enough menus, service was incredibly slow, didn’t remember it was my friends birthday.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful restaurant tucked away in the gold coast! Grilled avocado salad with grilled shrimp and a dirty martini made the evening!

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  6. Ann

    VIP

    San Francisco

    52 reviews

    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on 3 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Very nice and accommodating staff. Excellent meals.

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  7. Doug

    VIP

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely excellent food and the service was wonderful

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  8. Steve

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Passionate about their food and shows in presentation and flavors. Small restaurant. Just off the hotel lobby which is distracting. Different vibe if nice enough to dine outside.

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  9. Mike

    VIP

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 29 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot! Service was excellent. Outside patio best in the city.

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  10. Colleen

    Columbus

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 18 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food at a boutique hotel. Pleasant patio overlooking Delaware Ave. People watching at its best.

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FAQs

LAUREL offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 944-4970.

LAUREL is rated 4.3 stars by 18 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
21:30
Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for LAUREL

20 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL 60611-4938

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between Wabash and State Street
  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 15:00–16:30 Brunch Daily 07:00–15:00 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 07:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 07:00–00:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–18:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Costas "Dino" Tsaknis
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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