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Virtue

$31 to $50
Regional American (Southern)
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Virtue

4.9
$31 to $50
Regional American (Southern)
Hyde Park

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2 people
19:00
Booked 58 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Stationed in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, Virtue is a Southern American restaurant that leads with a culture of hospitality & kindness. We’ve worked hard to create a warm, honest & thoughtful space. We pride ourselves on unpretentious service, timing & most importantly providing great value. At Virtue we use heritage techniques to create some familiar flavors, & some new ones. We hope to see you soon.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Erick Williams

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand

    2024

  • Award icon

    James Beard Award

    2023

  • Award icon

    James Beard Award

    2022

From the OpenTable editors: Besides serving exceedingly delicious soul food – the short ribs are a must – and top-notch hospitality from James Beard Award-winning chef Erick Williams, Virtue shows how a restaurant can be a community champion. With moving activist quotes on the windows, art of Black cultural figures, and a minority-centred mentorship program, Williams goes all in on lifting the Black community through food.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (Southern), American, Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (773) 947-8831
  • Website
    https://www.virtuerestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    1462 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615-4512
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
    2. James Beard Award 2023
    3. James Beard Award 2022
  • Area
    Hyde Park
  • Cross Street
    Harper Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 591 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Virtue charms with its exquisite Southern cuisine and inviting atmosphere. Praised for "absolutely amazing" meals and "incredible service," this Hyde Park gem offers standout dishes like short ribs and fish and grits. Despite occasional noise and slow service, Virtue remains a must-visit for its "exceptional" and "flavorful" offerings.

591 Reviews

  1. ELISA

    VIP

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent. The Food was Delicious and the Venue was welcoming. Service was Impeccable. Thank you Jesus, Anthony and Brittany. It was a Great Dinner and I will return soon. Elisa Bell

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  2. Crystal

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tonight I had the great pleasure of dining at Virtue to celebrate my husband’s birthday. From the time we walked in the door, nothing but five-star service. The food was great! Thoroughly enjoyed the gumbo as an appetizer. The greens and cornbread are always a hit! My husband ordered the fried green tomatoes and the chicken liver mousse! He said they were both great, especially the mini cakes served with the mousse. He had the fish and grits and loved it. We both ordered drinks, he had an Old Fashioned and I had a Sidecar, both, top tier! It was his first visit to Virtue and he said it wouldn’t be his last! If you haven’t been to Virtue, what are you waiting for?!?!? If you have been, go back! Enjoy!

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  3. Justin

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely recommend. The food, ambiance, service are all amazing

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  4. Dan

    VIP

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Last night ways first time dining at Virtue. I knew it was going to be a good meal, but it turned out to be incredible. Eager to return and try more. Wonderful service and interior. Btw, Cantina Rosa (same restaurant group) around the corner is a great before/after spot.

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  5. Tyeesha

    East Texas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    In town for my birthday and this was the best experience! The service, the ambiance, the food, all absolutely AMAZING!!!

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  6. Walter

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Well I was pleased, with reservation, arrived at 1845, we were seating within minutes. Service was great and food was excellent. When in Chi-town again this will be a must visit.

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  7. Michele

    VIP

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience from waitstaff to food. Gizzards and gumbo were the best I’ve had. Entrees were all excellent- scallops and catfish.

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  8. Brianna

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 experience. Food and service was great. Food came out promptly and we were able to enjoy with minimal interruptions.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Precious

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was amazing! Had a great time to celebrate my birthday.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Montez

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Joe provided great service and the food was awesome!

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FAQs

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Virtue is rated 4.9 stars by 591 OpenTable diners.

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Virtue

4.9
$31 to $50
Regional American (Southern)
Hyde Park

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 58 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Virtue

1462 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615-4512

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
    2. James Beard Award 2023
    3. James Beard Award 2022
  • Cross Street
    Harper Ave.
  • Area
    Hyde Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (Southern), American, Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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