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Sifr, Chicago, IL
Award-winning

Sifr

4.7
4.7
228 Reviews
$31 to $50
Middle Eastern

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2 people
19:00

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Booked 56 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Meticulously researched, planned and executed by the team led by Chef Sahil Sethi, and mentored by none other than Chef Sujan Sarkar, SIFR is a refreshingly different story of Middle Eastern cuisine seen through a whole new lens of creativity.

SIFR’s dishes are mostly cooked over a charcoal and wood-fired hearth, offering Mezze and larger plates, best shared family-style, as is common in Middle Eastern culture.

We will gladly accept reservations of up to 8 guests online or by phone. ​For large party reservations Or, to book SIFR for a private event please email info@sifrchicago.com.

2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand Winner.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (464) 204-8711
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Sahil Sethi
  • Catering
    On and off-site catering
  • Private party facilities
    Semi-Private and Private Events, Happy Hours and Cocktail Parties, Seated Dinners
  • Private party contact
    Heather Dougherty: (464) 204-8711
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross Street
    Orleans St & Erie St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Chicago Red Line Stop, Chicago Brown Line Stop
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Happy Hour at the Bar

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at Sifr for a delightful happy hour experience every Monday to Thursday from 4 to 6 pm at the bar! Indulge in discounted wine, beer, and select cocktails while savoring our delicious bar bites. Guests must be 21+
    Happy Hour at the Bar photo
  • Valentine's Day Tasting Menu

    US$85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Gather your loved ones and treat them to a delicious Valentine's Day experience with a four-course tasting menu presented by chefs Sujan Sarkar and Sahil Sethi. Each course offers a unique take on modern Middle Eastern cuisine delivered through vibrant flavors and meticulous presentation, designed to ensure a memorable experience for you and yours.
    Valentine's Day Tasting Menu photo
  • Restaurant Week 2025

    US$60.00 per person

    24 Jan 2025 - 9 Feb 2025
    Join us in celebrating Chicago Restaurant Week with a $60 four-course dinner menu that showcases Sifr's most popular dishes.
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Offers

  • Happy Hour at the Bar

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 16:00 - 17:00, 17:00 - 18:00
    Join us at Sifr for a delightful happy hour experience every Sunday through Thursday from 4 to 6 pm at the bar! Indulge in discounted wine, beer, and select cocktails while savoring our delicious bar bites. Elevate your evenings with great company and even greater deals at Sifr.

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What 228 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sifr offers an "outstanding" dining experience with inventive Middle Eastern flavors and exceptional service. Located in West River North, it boasts a beautiful rooftop and modern ambiance. Delights like "BEST hummus ever" and creative mezze dishes are crowd favorites. Perfect for celebrations, it guarantees a memorable visit.
228 Reviews
  1. Frank

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Will was great, food was amazing! Thank you

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  2. Clarence

    VIP

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I usually don’t give reviews cause candidly. I just don’t have the time and I’m not bothered even when I have a good meal. Yesterday’s restaurant week dinner was an exception to that. I felt compelled to share the fact that the service and food was absolutely impeccable. I sat at the bar And had excellent conversation with multiple members of the staff who went above and beyond to ensure I had a fantastic time the quality of the food was top-notch, and I will most certainly be back. I cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough.

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  3. Debbie

    VIP

    New York City

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent and the service was great. Great options for vegetarians. I highly recommended it!

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  4. Alyssa

    VIP

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were on a bit of a time crunch but the staff assured us we had plenty of time for dinner. We did the restaurant week option and the flavors were incredible. The humus and pita was the perfect starter. Lamb had the best flavor, scallops were cooked perfectly and the duck main course was delicious. Great flavors, great staff and an all around good time.

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  5. Nazneen

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was okay. We were kept waiting several times and had to remind our server about one of our orders. At this point they know they’re getting 20% so they don’t care. Food was not on par with the hype of this place. At all. Sifr has been getting a lot of attention and it’s clear they have a great marketing team because this is just another place that invests a lot in ambience and not in food. Our duck was dry, the lamb was just okay. The branzino was drowned in a thick sauce that overtook the dish. We were all underwhelmed by the food. Cocktails were excellent however and ambience is what you expect for what you’re paying. BEWARE— this is another establishment that tacks on another 4% “service charge” and ANOTHER 3% for running a cc!!! That’s 7% on top of the 20% in already obligated to tip for mediocre/slow service. Insane! It’s a racket and we are tired of it.

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  6. Maggie

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a little trouble out of the kitchen it seemed, pace was slow

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great experience. Our waiter, Brandon, went above and beyond to make sure dietary restrictions were met and what needed to be avoided was. The food was delicious and the drinks were top tier!

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  8. Greg

    Baltimore

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience, great food, impeccable service. Highly recommend this restaurant.

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  9. Devra

    VIP

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat on rooftop. Although it was a frigid evening, the heaters made it very comfortable. The best part was that it was so quiet. It is rare to have conversations across a large table in a restaurant. Our sever was excellent, and the management team was very attentive, even though we were told (and could see) that they were slammed. We ordered almost every appetizer and loved them all! The muhummara, eggplant, carrots and tuna were highlights. The mains were devoured, too. The beef kabob was a hit, but I thought the prawns were a standout! They were more like lobster meat. The mushrooms were good but not that special, and the branzino was so delicate and delicious. Even the date pudding was delicious, and I tend to think dessert must be chocolate.

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  10. Kenneth

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We were seated 45 minutes late (sat at 8:15 for a 7:30 reservation, everyone in our party was on time) and the server didn’t take our order for another 15 minutes. They provided no courtesy appetizer, didn’t reduce the bill at all, and were generally disorganized. The food is great, the service is comically bad.

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FAQs

Sifr offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (464) 204-8711.

Sifr is rated 4.7 stars by 228 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00

Select a time

Booked 56 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sifr

660 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL 60654-3916

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
  • Cross Street
    Orleans St & Erie St
  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Chicago Red Line Stop, Chicago Brown Line Stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Sahil Sethi
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (464) 204-8711
  • Catering
    On and off-site catering
  • Private party facilities
    Semi-Private and Private Events, Happy Hours and Cocktail Parties, Seated Dinners
  • Private party contact
    Heather Dougherty: (464) 204-8711
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