El Che Steakhouse & Bar
opens at 17:00 today
Steakhouse Restaurant Bar
El Che Steakhouse & Bar is John Manion's love letter from his travels in Argentina and Chicago's go- Housed in the former Checker Taxi building, El Che Bar is Chef John Manion’s spirited Argentine-American restaurant, a love letter to his time traveling throughout the country. In a warm and eclectic setting, the restaurant evokes the contemporary rhythms of Buenos Aires filtered through a local lens. Read more
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Carolyn P. 2017-01-22Great spot, loved the huge wood fire and the way the dishes were all cooked with the fire. Service was fantastic, food and drinks were good, prices...
Ryan T. 2017-04-07The best service I have had in a very long time. Our waiter, Shannon, was there when we wanted him, and wasn't when we didn't. The food pacing was...
Emma B. 2017-04-06Great spot. Food and atmosphere was awesome. Staff extremely accommodating.
Nicole B. 2017-04-03The crab salad and charred green bean salad are absolutely amazing! The filet was delicious as well.
Adam D. 2017-04-02Oysters and Japanese sweet potatoes were very solid, Barramundi was forgettable, lamb ribs were extremely fatty. I'd go back for drinks, but eat...
Rachel B. 2017-03-30One of the best meals I've ever had! I HIGHLY recommend the Chef's counter for a truly wonderful experience
Judy Frydenlund B. 2017-03-30Super food, super drinks, excellent experience...and desserts to die for.
Frank P. 2017-03-29Did not meet our expectations .While the menu is innovative and creative execution was not there.That coupled with poor, if not non existent service...
Richard C. 2017-03-21Best lamb I've ever had . Everything was wonderful.
Sara R M. 2017-03-19Hotspot in Chi town with great service and outstanding food! Fantastic experience with family highly recommend this fine dining experience.
Krista B. 2017-03-19Cool atmosphere and music....wine and food are excellent, superb quality and taste!Charcoal flavor is life.!!! Can you bring this to St. Louis,...
Dale L. 2017-03-13Absolutely amazing experience. Food, service, atmosphere all fantastic. All the proteins cooked on wood fire, pro style. A must visit for any serious...
Veronika C. 2017-02-14Great Service. Food is delicious. Drinks are very tasty.
Steven O. 2017-02-04Great menu, highly recommended for a special occasion. Try the sweet potatoes for sure
April M. 2017-02-04The hubs and I went to El Che Bar for a date night and were not disappointed. Great service, fantastic food and drinks, great location and a beautiful...
Heidi Miller G. 2017-02-04Our new fave! The grilled oysters were amazing and we literally crave everything we ordered. Perfect date spot
Merrill S. 2017-01-10Great venue, great food, and professional staff!
Erika S. 2016-12-29Not the average Chicago dining experience.
Jen Buening W. 2016-12-06The beet salad and gnocchi are must haves. The beet salad was so good we ordered another one.
Mike K. 2016-12-03Great food with outstanding service. Staff was always smiling and accommodating. Washroom was very clean, so that's a good sign!
Updates from El Che Steakhouse & Bar
El Che B. 2017-07-20
Let's hear it for Marianna and Brian! Just a candid conversation. http://www.chicagonow.com/behind-chicago-food/2017/07/el-che/
Let's hear it for Marianna and Brian! Just a candid conversation. http://www.chicagonow.com/behind-chicago-food/2017/07/el-che/
El Che B. 2017-07-06
Grab your friends! We have punch! Thank you Insidehook for the shout out! http://www.insidehook.com/chicago/large-format-shareable-cocktails?eid=2faf19bf6d384095baa5976053d1826b&utm_source=InsideHook&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=chicago&utm_content=f
Grab your friends! We have punch! Thank you Insidehook for the shout out! http://www.insidehook.com/chicago/large-format-shareable-cocktails?eid=2faf19bf6d384095baa5976053d1826b&utm_source=InsideHook&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=chicago&utm_content=f
El Che B. 2017-07-05
Thank you Timeout!! If you aren't following us on Instagram do it now! https://www.timeout.com/chicago/blog/the-20-most-instagrammable-restaurants-and-bars-in-chicago-063017?cid=eml~US_CHI~NL~1401140335~~Title~&UID=14197195635
Thank you Timeout!! If you aren't following us on Instagram do it now! https://www.timeout.com/chicago/blog/the-20-most-instagrammable-restaurants-and-bars-in-chicago-063017?cid=eml~US_CHI~NL~1401140335~~Title~&UID=14197195635
El Che B. 2017-06-21
John Manion getting a shout out from Aspen Times and Denver Eater! "I think that universal smell of meat cooking over fire that you find in a lot of cultures really kind of put a zap on me," Manion said. "And I've been drawn to it ever since." http://w
John Manion getting a shout out from Aspen Times and Denver Eater! "I think that universal smell of meat cooking over fire that you find in a lot of cultures really kind of put a zap on me," Manion said. "And I've been drawn to it ever since." http://w
El Che B. 2017-06-21
Thanks for the love Tasting Table! https://www.tastingtable.com/eat
Thanks for the love Tasting Table! https://www.tastingtable.com/eat
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