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Asador Bastian Chicago Reviews
Man... This place is good as advertised. The setting is
Man... This place is good as advertised. The setting is really nice. Intimate setting. I sat at the bar (Not Intimate lol). The menu is interesting. I'll explain the steak options. Basically they have 3 types. The Galiciana, Holstein, and Aku
Man were we so hyped to try this spot.
My girl sold me on one of the top ten steakhouses in the US thing. We walked in and it was moody, dark and sexy. It's located inside a beautiful brownstone type building, but in the lower level. We sat at the bar while we waited and opted to eat
Michelin experience in a steakhouse
Easily the best steakhouse experience I have ever had, let alone an overall restaurant. Blends what one would expect out of a steakhouse experience with service/food that you also get at Michelin starred restaurants. Had a great meal here at the en
This is hands down the best restaurant I've ever been to.
The ambiance is intimate and the service couldn't be better. You drink a sip of water and it's instantly refilled; you get up to use the bathroom and your napkin is reset. Our server was Earl Daley and we truly couldn't be in better ha
Came for hubby's birthday, The ambience and service were
Came for hubby's birthday, The ambience and service were excellent (Christian was just wonderful)! The two standouts were the Spider Crab Arroz Cremosa (we will be coming back for this meal just alone), and the Bone Marrow Potato Purée was dele
a great steakhouse, with a heavy focus on sourcing.
the menu is long and is best with a larger group to try as many dishes as possible. the food is simple but done well, allowing the ingredients to shine. it does get pricey though, and there are many off menu specials that the servers walk you through
What a great experience we had for a mid week dinner! The
What a great experience we had for a mid week dinner! The staff is very knowledgeable about the food and wine, each dish comes with a story of where the food came from and the inspiration. We loved the restaurant, the low light vibe and very homey fe
Best steakhouse in Chicago and possibly one of the best
Best steakhouse in Chicago and possibly one of the best restaurants I have eaten at. From the moment you walk in this place is classy and cool . Everyone working there makes you feel welcomed and Important , then comes the food ... truly 10/10 ... a
Recently came here for my fiancés birthday.
We were a party of 6 as we were with his family. We arrived at 6:55 for our 7pm reservation. They first took us to a table that already had people at it. (Very unprofessional) They then said our table was not ready. We did not get seated until 7:30.
Very small restaurant with selective cuts of steak.
I enjoyed the crab rice more than even the steak which was delicious! The restaurant is extremely small and intimate with attentive severs
Asador Bastian is, without a doubt, the best steakhouse in
Asador Bastian is, without a doubt, the best steakhouse in Chicago. I was in town from New York, and I'll say this confidently--it rivals (and even outshines) the best steakhouses back home. The quality of the beef, the attention to detail, the
Food was incredible.
The presentation and quality were on point. Excellent service. I love this little hidden gem. We had such a good time enjoying the food. This is a spot where you really want to enjoy the experience and company over taking pictures so many pics are mi
Absolutely delicious.
I could harp on about the food all day, but the service is where this restaurant shines. Our sommelier and server were so funny and sweet. They made dining an experience- telling us how to plan and eat our meal in order for it to taste the best. Als
The 13th best steakhouse in the country
Chicago has been known for its outstanding steakhouses since the heyday of the Union Stockyards and the meatpacking industry headed by Phillip Armour, Gustavus Swift and Nelson Morris. In recent years, however, the market has become more competitive
Cozy setting. Great atmosphere. Nikita provided exceptional top tier service!
First time guest! I was completely blown away by the bartender Nikita. He takes the upmost pride in making cocktails. He strives to insure each and every guest leaves happy. I sat in awe while I watched him make hearts and little animals out of orang
Delicious food with excellent service
First visit and dined to celebrate a birthday. Dark dimly lit Spanish restaurant with tables close together. However, servers are attentive and make the experience unique. Our server Yousef was top notch. He really enhanced the evening. The food and
Not a repeat
As someone who loves the cuisine of the Basque Country, I had high expectations for Asador Bastian, but unfortunately, it missed the mark. The food was just okay — nowhere near the flavors you’d find at even a simple bodega in San Sebastián or B
Poor customer service, questionable business practices
Won't speak to the food but will speak to their poor customer service and questionable business practices. About six months ago we had a reservation for five to check this place out. Unfortunately, the day before our reservation one of the coupl
Simply Amazing!
Excellent Steakhouse. Different than your traditional american steakhouse but the service is great and the food is even better. The steaks might be the main attraction of the restaurant but the Sardines in green salsa, Arroz cremoso, and the carabine
An exceptional dining experience
This is a special restaurant - one of a kind and unique in Chicago. it is located in a beautiful townhouse in the River North neighborhood and modeled after the great asador restaurants in Spain. Chicago has numerous outstanding steakhouses but Asa
Great time, definately would dine there again.
Awesome food, and awesome service! The atmosphere was lively, yet somewhat quaint. David, our server described the menu in detail and answered all questions and was checking in on us through our 3 courses. The sommelier did a perfect job of matc
Stellar! I can't compliment this place enough.
The ambiance and decor is gorgeous. The service, attentiveness and knowledge of our server Earl really made our dining experience spectacular. The GM was also very welcoming and kind and his rounds during the night added a special touch, letting us k
The prices do lot justify the amount of food you get.
We ordered the española with jamón ( skip the jamón, $18 1-2 oz you get), shaved root salad, galicianian steak - absolute $145, medium rare) and ibérico rice (delicious but so small amount) equaled out with alcohol was $345. I would go again but
This might be the best restaurant I have ever been to, and
This might be the best restaurant I have ever been to, and I've been to Many! The atmosphere, service, and overall, of course, the food, are amazing! I highly recommend a sherry tasting. The sommelier is amazing, patient, and answered many questions
My husband and I were very excited to try this restaurant.
Regrettably, we were left paying $500 for an average meal (at best) and literally took our daughter to Portillos after and we came home and made smoothies. Let's start with the good. The cocktail and the Iberico jamon were delicious. The gem salad
Incredible experience from start to finish.
Staff was wonderfully attentive and helpful with suggestions.
Fantastic food.
At at bar. Bar tenders were amazing and knowledgeable. Shout out to Nelson. Best bartender in Chicago!
Game here solely for the cocktail.
The drink was stiff to say the least & I have a pretty high tolerance for alcohol. It also had good balance as no flavor outshined the other but it honestly didn't reflect a $30 cocktail. Staff was friendly & engaged. Patrons were dressed dow
Underwhelming
For the price, this place was underwhelming and sloppy. Waiter seemed to want to get more money but why? It’s already super expensive. Based on the caliber they’re going for it didn’t sit right. It took about an hour from being seated to get
The combination of the extraordinary food, magnificent
The combination of the extraordinary food, magnificent service, and stunning ambiance made this arguably the best dining experience of my life. I would specifically ask to sit at one of the booths in the bar, the dining room is beautiful but the bar
First this restaurant was intimate and the ambiance was
First this restaurant was intimate and the ambiance was well suited for an anniversary dinner or special occasion. So let me start with the good. The food was excellent. The carpaccio was light and delicious with just the right amount of seasoning
My coworkers and I had a dinner here.
From the outside, you would never find this restaurant unless you knew it was here. No signage beside the small sign in front of the door and the door looks like an entrance to a persons nice home. When you walk in, it's got a very nice decor. you wa
The Basque know how to cook and eat and this place
The Basque know how to cook and eat and this place definitely lives up to that tradition. The restaurant is cozy and warm, the service is spot on. The food? Wow. The star of the show is the steak. They serve "aged on the hoof" beef sourced
Not your everyday steakhouse
Bringing Spanish influence, it gives a much different vibe to your typical American steakhouse. Set in a townhouse converted into a restaurant, it's unsuspecting & easy to miss as you drive by. The dining room is small and intimate, and the food
Good, but not great.
Good experience, overall, but this place can be much better if they want to truly go for providing experiences that are something more than "good." Our experience was not exceptional. It was just, good. We went to celebrate our 35th wedding
Great and tasty meal.
Great in every way, from the minute you check in till you leave . Very welcoming,great food and ambiance. The fish was amazing as fresh as you can get. They fly it from Barcelona daily. Appetizers and deserts are great too. You will have a really
Bring the Amex
Cool spot. Way too pricey for a regular stop. Wine list too pedestrian. Steak was good, definitely not 1.25#. Bottles of wine are$65 and $165.... $500 for dinner and drinks for 2 .
Great celebration place
Food was excellent. We all enjoyed everything that was served. The preparation of the Turbot was unique. the steak was amazing. Preparation really let the meat shine and the taste come through. Sides were different, interesting and added to the
Would not recommend
The Spanish omelette and fish were poorly prepared, the Basque cheesecake was dry, and the sommelier had limited wine knowledge. The service was slow and inattentive, and no staff members had experience with Spanish or Basque culture. The overall exp
Got steak and other items.
Looking for a cool new spot? The bar downstairs is fabulous. Dining room is cramped. Forced to listen to 2 other conversations. Prices are not for the faint at heart. Steak is good, but I questioned the sizing. Wine list is $60-0r $600. At least you
A delicious evening
Steve and I enjoyed a delicious dinner at Asador Bastian. It has a very basic decor, but the numerous well trained servers bring the atmosphere to life. Our waiter Mathew was a fabulous ambassador. We kept to a Spanish food profile and enjoyed the
Basque-influenced steak house
Asador Bastian has been open about two weeks in a beautifully renovated 1880's townhouse in Chicago's River North. The restaurant is on two floors. You go down a few steps below street grade to enter and, beyond the host desk, is a wood-paneled bar
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