Wildfire - Chicago

Name: Wildfire - Chicago
Address: 159 West Erie St., Chicago, IL, United States, 60654
Telephone: (312) 787-9000
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

8480 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 46 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Charming

Step back in time to when going out for dinner meant something really special. From the decor to the jazz music, Wildfire has the style and warmth that makes it perfect for celebrating with friends or a quiet evening for two. The extensive menu features broiled steaks and chops, wood-roasted seafood and roasted meats, all prepared in an open kitchen. Signature dishes include Horseradish Crusted Filet Mignon, Macadamia Nut Crusted Halibut, Wildfire Chopped Salad and Cedar Planked Salmon. So order a signature martini or one of our many wines by the glass, then sit back and enjoy the 1940s supper club experience of Wildfire.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Steak, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00
Phone number
(312) 787-9000
Website
http://wildfirerestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Edgar Ojeda
Catering
If you can't come to us, we'll come to you! Our Catering Menus are priced per person and include all of your Wildfire favorites, from our signature Wildfire Chopped Salad, to an assortment of sandwiches, pastas, steak, seafood and more. We also offer boxed lunch salad and sandwich options for convenience in the office. Give us a call and we'd be happy to help plan a great menu for you to enjoy with family, friends or co-workers.
Private party facilities
Wildfire is the perfect place to host your next corporate function, rehearsal dinner, birthday party, graduation or any celebratory occasion! Our Club Supper Menu, served family style, is a festive way to pass around and sample a variety of Wildfire specialties. Let us make your next event special!
Private party contact
Tina Gagliano: (312) 787-9000

Location
159 West Erie St., Chicago, IL 60654
Area
River North (Chicago)
Cross Street
LaSalle and Wells
Parking details
Public lot located across the street as well as valet service.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Bardstown Bourbon Dinner
US$135.00 per person
Prepaid
14 Jan 2025 only
Join us for a custom 4 course menu each paired with a Bourbon from the Bardstown Bourbon Company to complement. The evening begins with Fried Chicken Meatballs paired with a Maple Bourbon Smash, followed by Grilled Arctic Char paired with Cherry Wood Rye, Smoked Brisket paired with Bottled-In-Bond, and ends with a Salted Caramel Budino paired with High Wheat. Greg Johnston, National Director for Bardstown, will join us to discuss the pairings. Dinner begins at 6:30pm, please arrive at least 15 min early to check in. At the time of checkout, we appreciate it if you pre-select the gratuity for your service staff that evening to facilitate the check-in process. Event seating assignments are coordinated by Wildfire.
La Crema Wine Dinner
US$120.00 per person
Prepaid
4 Feb 2025 only
Join us for a custom 5 course menu paired with a La Crema wine to complement. The evening begins with Lump Crab Beignets & Caramelized Onion & Goat Cheese Tartlet paired with Sauvignon Blanc, followed by Marinated Grilled Shrimp paired with Chardonnay, Prime Sirloin Steak paired with Pinot Noir and ends with a Chocolate Plum Upside Down Cake paired with Cabernet Sauvignon. Krissy Souliotis, Jackson Family National Account Director, will join us to discuss the pairings. Dinner begins at 6:30pm, please arrive at least 15 min early to check in. At the time of checkout, we appreciate it if you pre-select the gratuity for your service staff that evening to facilitate the check-in process. Event seating assignments are coordinated by Wildfire.

Popular dishes

Shrimp & Crab BisqueUS$7.95
corn & red peppers
- CupUS$7.95
- BowlUS$11.95
Baked French Onion SoupUS$7.95
swiss & asiago cheese
- CupUS$7.95
- BowlUS$12.95
Mediterranean Chicken SkewersUS$12.95
greek yogurt sauce
Bison MeatballsUS$15.95
tomato sauce, asiago cheese
Baked Goat CheeseUS$15.95
tomato-basil sauce, flatbread
Crispy Fried Fresh CalamariUS$19.95
cocktail & ranch sauces
Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$20.95
zesty cocktail sauce
Oven-Roasted Lump Crab CakesUS$22.95
mustard mayonnaise
Applewood-Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallop SkewersUS$22.95
apricot sauce

Roasted Prime Rib of Beef au Jus

Roasted Prime Rib of Beef au JusUS$38.95
Rubbed with fresh garlic, sea salt, cracked black pepper and slow roasted for six hours. The king of roasts is served with horseradish sauce
- 8 oz. Lunch CutUS$38.95
- 10 oz. Regular CutUS$42.95

Luncheon Plates

choice of red skin mashed potatoes, fresh-cut french fries, fresh broccoli with lemon vinaigrette, creamed spinach, au gratin potatoes, or roasted market vegetables ~ or ~ bbq-rubbed sweet potato, baked potato, baked mac & cheese, or cottage fries add $1.95; roasted mushroom caps or loaded baked potato add $3.95

Chicken & Ribs

Lemon-Pepper Chicken BreastUS$21.95
roasted in our 600°F oven with natural juices
Chicken Moreno with ArtichokesUS$21.95
grilled chicken breast, oven-dried tomatoes, arugula, light garlic broth
Spit-Roasted Half ChickenUS$24.95
all-natural chicken from Harrison's Poultry, garlic & herbs; all white meat not available
Barbecued ChickenUS$24.95
all-natural half chicken from Harrison's Poultry, zesty barbecue sauce; all white meat not available
Barbecued Baby Back RibsUS$25.95
zesy barbecue sauce, cole dow, apple sauce
- HalfUS$25.95
- FullUS$39.95

Fresh Fish & Seafood

Cedar-Planked Salmon*US$24.95
brown sugar-soy glaze
Oven-Roasted Lump Crab CakeUS$26.95
mustard mayonnaise
Fresh Fish of the DayUS$0.00
ask your server about today's fresh catch
- A.Q.US$0.00

Steaks & Chops*

All of Our Dinner Menu Steaks are Available at Lunch

Mushroom-Crusted Fancy Pork ChopUS$23.95
all-natural, thick center-cut chop
- 8 oz.US$23.95
Basil Hayden's® Bourbon Tenderloin TipsUS$27.95
grilled red onions
- 7 oz.US$27.95
Petite Filet MignonUS$38.95
- 7 oz.US$38.95
Filet Medallion DuoUS$35.95
choose two crusts - parmesan, horseradish or blue cheese
- 6 oz.US$35.95

Salads

side for 1, small for 2-3, large for 4-6

Field GreensUS$7.95
cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, choice of: ranch, 1000 island, red wine vinaigrette, blue cheese, balsamic, or citrus lime
- SideUS$7.95
- SmallUS$14.95
- LargeUS$26.95
CaesarUS$7.95
romaine, parmesan cheese, garlic croutons
- SideUS$7.95
- SmallUS$14.95
- LargeUS$26.95
Tuscan Kale & SpinachUS$8.94
shredded parmesan, chopped eggs, pumpkin seeds, lemon-parmesan dressing
- SideUS$8.95
- SmallUS$15.95
- LargeUS$28.95
GreekUS$8.94
greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, garbanzo beans, celery, pepperoncini, kalamata olives, feta, red onions, dill, red wine vinaigrette
- SideUS$8.95
- SmallUS$15.95
- LargeUS$28.95
The Wildfire Chopped SaladUS$17.95
roasted chicken, avocado, tomatoes, blue cheese, bacon, scallions, corn, tortilla strips; tossed with citrus lime vinaigrette; take home a bottle of our citrus lime vinaigrette
- SmallUS$17.95
- LargeUS$32.95

Sandwiches

Served with fresh-cut french fries and cole slaw. Add mushrooms or applewood-smoked bacon to any burger $2 each

Prime Burgers*

Thick Prime Angus BurgerUS$19.95
shredded lettuce, tomato
Thick Prime Angus CheeseburgerUS$20.95
shredded lettuce, tomato, cheddar, american, swiss, jalapeño jack or blue cheese
Bison BurgerUS$21.95
all natural; lettuce & tomato

Signatures

Grilled Chicken ClubUS$19.95
bacon, avocado, jalapeño jack, mustard mayonnaise
Open-Faced Mediterranean Salmon Sandwich*US$21.95
avocado, arugula, tomatoes, cucumber yogurt sauce
Lump Crab Cake SandwichUS$26.95
lettuce, tomato, tartar sauce
Roasted Prime Rib French DipUS$26.95
melted cheese, au jus
Blackened New York Strip Steak Sandwich*US$26.95
arugula, tomatoes, white cheddar, ancho mayo
Sliced Turkey SandwichUS$17.95
avocado, white cheddar, cucumbers, arugula, tomato, honey mustard

Side Dishes

Cole SlawUS$5.95
Red Skin Mashed PotatoesUS$7.95
Roasted Market VegetablesUS$7.95
Cottage FriesUS$8.94
ranch dressing
Creamed SpinachUS$7.95
Baked Idaho PotatoUS$8.94
Baked Mac & CheeseUS$7.95
Roasted Mushroom CapsUS$10.95
Au Gratin PotatoesUS$7.95
BBQ-Rubbed Sweet PotatoUS$8.94
Fresh BroccoliUS$8.94
lemon vinaigrette
Loaded Baked PotatoUS$10.95

What 8,480 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
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Wildfire - Chicago offers a "wonderful old steakhouse ambiance" with delicious steaks and seafood. Guests appreciate the "friendly and accommodating staff" and the "amazing wine pairings." Enjoy a "reliable" dining experience with dishes like filet mignon Wellington. While service has varied, many find the "food excellent" and the atmosphere inviting.

8,480 Reviews

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Brian
VIP
Chicago
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience with excellent service and food. I wish we could visit more often.
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beth
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The point sale system calculates the tip including the service charge and tax. Tips should be on the food and drink total only. I tipped 18% on that total and the online payment system noted I was only tipping 15%. It’s a scam. It’s already overly expensive to dine out and to try and have people pay higher tips. How about an actual wage.
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Megan
VIP
Indiana
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A Christmas family dinner at Wildfire has became our tradition now for the last 5 years….. never disappoints!
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Sue
VIP
Chicago
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very short staffed. Took repeated requests for someone to greet our table and take a drink order. Manager finally took our order. Once we had a server, Hallie, she was wonderful.
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Rachel
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful Christmas Eve dinner, party of 9 with kids.
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Dionne
VIP
Chicago
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had not visited Wildfire in a long while and the last time I brought my mother, my father was still alive. I treated her to Christmas Eve late lunch/early dinner and we were the first ones there when they opened. The host/manager saw that my mother was struggling to sit on a stool and immediately took us to our table, although he warned us that it would be a few minutes before our server would stop by. Of course, we did not care as we just appreciated him letting us in a few minutes early. Our server, Olivia, was one of the sweetest I have encountered in a while. She was so lovely and loved the mother/daughter interactions. My mother loved her meal so much, specifically the chopped salad (but also the crab cakes, broccoli, and BBQ sweet potato), that she requested to return for her birthday in two weeks when she turns 85. I'm blessed to have her, but also grateful for stellar staff like the crew at Wildfire Chicago.
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Nolan
Chicago
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We used to come every wedding anniversary. Haven’t in a few years and I remember why now. Made reso at 8:15, when we sat down before the waiter even said anything about drinks or specials she said the “ welcome in, the kitchen closed in 15 mins”. Felt VERY rushed, like we were inconveniencing them by being there. Tell me how I was suppose to enjoy a $200 dinner in 30 mins. Overall just not checked on, not worth the time. Then the QR code check so we just checked ourselves out. Won’t be coming back (ever). It’s the end of an era.
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Linda
VIP
Chicago
39 reviews
3.0
39 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food was good. Service just ok. Water glasses never refilled, table was not cleaned after dishes were taken away, empty drink glasses never taken away. Mistakes on the bill. We were charged $4.00 more than price on menu. We told server and he deducted $2.00. After talking to manager, he said the extra $2.00 was for the baked potato. Our server never told us the potato was extra. We didn't mind paying for it, but we should have been told.
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Cait
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food is pricey and forgettable, but adequate. Our server vanished after our entrees came. We were seated at a table directly next to the kitchen, which essentially functioned as a hallway, and the staff were constantly running back and forth behind us with trays etc, which isn’t really enjoyable and there probably just shouldn’t be a table there. Drinks were good though!
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Seth
Cincinnati
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Someone in our party got the filet with Parmesan crust. First came out over cooked with no flavor. They got him another one that came out blue. He asked for a medium rare. Steak had no flavor besides the parm crust. Half the table ordered baked potato’s but they had run out.
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FAQs

Wildfire - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 787-9000.

Wildfire - Chicago is rated 4.3 stars by 8480 OpenTable diners.

Wildfire - Chicago does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a booking

2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 46 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

159 West Erie St., Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

Cross Street
LaSalle and Wells
Area
River North (Chicago)
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Steak, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public lot located across the street as well as valet service.
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Edgar Ojeda
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://wildfirerestaurant.com/
Phone number
(312) 787-9000
Catering
If you can't come to us, we'll come to you! Our Catering Menus are priced per person and include all of your Wildfire favorites, from our signature Wildfire Chopped Salad, to an assortment of sandwiches, pastas, steak, seafood and more. We also offer boxed lunch salad and sandwich options for convenience in the office. Give us a call and we'd be happy to help plan a great menu for you to enjoy with family, friends or co-workers.
Private party facilities
Wildfire is the perfect place to host your next corporate function, rehearsal dinner, birthday party, graduation or any celebratory occasion! Our Club Supper Menu, served family style, is a festive way to pass around and sample a variety of Wildfire specialties. Let us make your next event special!
Private party contact
Tina Gagliano: (312) 787-9000

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Wildfire - Chicago

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Gift card

Bardstown Bourbon Dinner

La Crema Wine Dinner

Filet Mignon

Flourless Chocolate Cake

Triple-Layer Chocolate Cake

Appetizers

Shrimp & Crab BisqueUS$7.95

Baked French Onion SoupUS$7.95

Mediterranean Chicken SkewersUS$12.95

Bison MeatballsUS$15.95

Baked Goat CheeseUS$15.95

Crispy Fried Fresh CalamariUS$19.95

Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$20.95

Oven-Roasted Lump Crab CakesUS$22.95

Applewood-Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallop SkewersUS$22.95

Roasted Prime Rib of Beef au Jus

Roasted Prime Rib of Beef au JusUS$38.95

Luncheon Plates

Chicken & Ribs

Lemon-Pepper Chicken BreastUS$21.95

Chicken Moreno with ArtichokesUS$21.95

Spit-Roasted Half ChickenUS$24.95

Barbecued ChickenUS$24.95

Barbecued Baby Back RibsUS$25.95

Fresh Fish & Seafood

Cedar-Planked Salmon*US$24.95

Oven-Roasted Lump Crab CakeUS$26.95

Fresh Fish of the DayUS$0.00

Steaks & Chops*

Mushroom-Crusted Fancy Pork ChopUS$23.95

Basil Hayden's® Bourbon Tenderloin TipsUS$27.95

Petite Filet MignonUS$38.95

Filet Medallion DuoUS$35.95

Salads

Field GreensUS$7.95

CaesarUS$7.95

Tuscan Kale & SpinachUS$8.94

GreekUS$8.94

The Wildfire Chopped SaladUS$17.95

Sandwiches

Prime Burgers*

Thick Prime Angus BurgerUS$19.95

Thick Prime Angus CheeseburgerUS$20.95

Bison BurgerUS$21.95

Signatures

Grilled Chicken ClubUS$19.95

Open-Faced Mediterranean Salmon Sandwich*US$21.95

Lump Crab Cake SandwichUS$26.95

Roasted Prime Rib French DipUS$26.95

Blackened New York Strip Steak Sandwich*US$26.95

Sliced Turkey SandwichUS$17.95

Side Dishes

Cole SlawUS$5.95

Red Skin Mashed PotatoesUS$7.95

Roasted Market VegetablesUS$7.95

Cottage FriesUS$8.94

Creamed SpinachUS$7.95

Baked Idaho PotatoUS$8.94

Baked Mac & CheeseUS$7.95

Roasted Mushroom CapsUS$10.95

Au Gratin PotatoesUS$7.95

BBQ-Rubbed Sweet PotatoUS$8.94

Fresh BroccoliUS$8.94

Loaded Baked PotatoUS$10.95

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