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The Gage

The Gage

Gastropub and Cocktail Bar$$$$
The Loop, Chicago
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    Megha G.
    "The venison burger is absolutely delicious....service is great"(29 Tips)
    Meghan S.
    "The scotch egg was amazing and the steak was the best I've ever had!"(22 Tips)
    Therese N.
    "Try the Poutine, the Spick Black Bean Soup and their Chicken."(23 Tips)
    Fletcher R.
    "Curry fries appetizer is great, so is The Gage Burger."(6 Tips)
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  • Aditi L.heart icon on user image
    Aditi LuthraAugust 3, 2018
    Had the electric zone cocktail + kale tomato salad. The salad was an accident since I wouldn’t have chosen it if I realized how $$ it was but it was sooo good. More tomatoes than kale & well seasoned
  • PureWow
    PureWowMay 30, 2017
    The Gage has been a Michigan Avenue mainstay for nearly ten years. And no wonder: We could come back every day for the grilled hanger steak with a fried farm egg. Read more
  • Iris S.
    Ate a 1/2 Salmon BLT with a cup of the Chilled Carrot Soup & a side of Poutine. An Amazing Blend of light + rich..... Highly recommend this place! (Nantucket Scallops are to die for!!)
  • Antonia M.heart icon on user image
    Antonia MaycunichMay 31, 2018
    I dont know where to begin. Appetizer: Mussels & Deep fried pickles. Lunch: lobster roll, venison burger, spicy prawns. Drinks: Far and Away & When the Livin's Easy. AMAZING. Picture is the Far & Away
  • Drew M.heart icon on user image
    Drew MilamAugust 8, 2017
    Sit at the bar and grab a quick drink and bite, attentive bartenders and good beer/liquor selection. Venison burger was awesome!
  • PureWow
    PureWowMay 3, 2017
    The Loop: Location, location, location: The Gage’s patio sits steps from Lake Michigan and Millennium Park and smack-dab in the middle of some of Michigan Avenue’s most gorgeous old buildings. Read more
  • Kevin M.
    Kevin M. McNally, CMPAugust 21, 2018
    Awesome location and a restaurant that pleases your eyes. Food, beverages and service was top notch! Fun for dates, groups or if you're alone-sit at the bar. The staff is terrific.
  • Kevin M.
    Kevin M. McNally, CMPAugust 20, 2018
    Awesome location and a restaurant that pleases your eyes. Food, beverages and service was top notch! Fun for dates, groups or if you're alone sit at the bar. The staff is terrific.
  • Natalya L.
    Natalya LisaNovember 19, 2014
    This is a great place for anytime business lunch dinner date. The staff is top notch and one of the 3 by the Host with the Most Mr. Lawless! Great eats and even better atmosphere people.
  • Paul L.heart icon on user image
    Paul LuningApril 22, 2023
    Go to spot in the loop for drinks and ambiance. Old fashioneds are all wonderful, but Montserrat Irish is astoundingly good - smoky and distinct from the traditional OF. Bartender knows his business
  • Martin S.
    Martin SlusarzSeptember 26, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    This place is happening - anytime! Always a great crowd. Bar is great with plenty of space and choices. Friendly and knowledgeable bar tenders. Like it!
  • Reserve
    ReserveFebruary 10, 2016
    The Gage takes a creative, seasonal approach to its Farm Salad, prepared with poached fall fruits, candied hazelnuts, Roquefort cheese and pear-thyme vinaigrette. Read more
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoMarch 15, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Chocolate Tart (Dark chocolate custard, chocolate flourless cake, crème fraîche caramel, chocolate streusel, london fog ice cream)
  • Elizabethheart icon on user image
    ElizabethApril 15, 2015
    The food coma from the place is worth it. Everything's perfection! Delicious venison burger, best poutine I've had outside of Montreal and great drinks! Old Fashion is perfection
  • dino d.heart icon on user image
    dino de LeónApril 5, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    great beer list and food. bartenders are friendly and clued in on what’s what, locally.
  • Dominic R.heart icon on user image
    Dominic RiosMarch 1, 2019
    Make sure to reserve a table for Sunday brunch as the demand for a table is high! Pictured: Beet & Buratta Salad
  • Eater
    EaterJanuary 13, 2017
    The fireplace at The Gage makes the bar/restaurant an ideal spot to warm up before or after a trip to Millennium Park. Read more
  • Mike P.heart icon on user image
    Mike PutmanSeptember 19, 2016
    The venison burger and the fish and chips were amazing. The service was great with a nice casual atmosphere on the patio. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
  • Christopher F.
    Christopher FlossNovember 6, 2015
    Great place to enjoy an after-work cocktail. The menu options are also excellent. Don't pass up the burger! Ask for Paul at the bar--he's a great bartender.
  • Damian B.heart icon on user image
    Damian BayonaSeptember 22, 2017
    I've never had a venison burger before but now I can't imagine my life without it. Definitely a must try 👌🏻
  • Christopher F.
    Christopher FlossDecember 11, 2014
    An awesome place to meet for lunch! I'm a big Rueben fan, so I tried the Rueben. It was great! My friend had the shrimp gumbo, which looked amazing as well!
  • Fred M.
    Fred MolinaresOctober 28, 2013
    First time in Chicago and this was the best food I have had in a while. Appetizers Amazing, entree Amazing, and drinks were strong and tasty. Recommend it to anyone!!!
  • Jacki C.heart icon on user image
    Jacki CarmichaelJune 3, 2016
    Such a great place! A little more on the expensive side but so worth it and great location! Definitely try the Scotch Egg - soo delicious!!
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoNovember 2, 2011
    The whiskey list is lengthy and beer options go beyond the basics. The food is rich and flavorful, from the Scotch egg to the Gage burger with melted onion marmalade and gobs of Midwestern Camembert. Read more
  • Amy P.
    Amy PriestleyJanuary 23, 2013
    Order the Scotch Egg, poutine, and fried pickles. All are fantastic. Also the libations list is wonderfully extensive! I had the Thirteen Degrees cocktail and loved every sip.
  • Robert F.heart icon on user image
    Robert FanningMay 15, 2017
    Food was very good and they have some fantastic 2007 vintage wines on their list right now for their 10th anniversary. What really made the meal enjoyable was the exceptional service.
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoNovember 2, 2011
    The food is rich and flavorful, from the perfect-for-snacking Scotch egg to the Gage burger, served a juicy medium-rare and dripping with melted onion marmalade and gobs of Midwestern Camembert. Read more
  • Benjamin L.
    Benjamin LodiJune 2, 2017
    Excellent food, great beer selection, and flawless service. Allergy-friendly too! Would be a great choice for date night or a special dinner.
  • Sara B.heart icon on user image
    Sara BrandenburgMarch 21, 2014
    Fish and Chips are great. Love the sauce it's served with. Also recommend The Regular Burger. Added woodland mushrooms and had the onions sautéed instead of raw. Delicious!
  • Angelica D.heart icon on user image
    Angelica DongalloMay 16, 2014
    Seat yourself at the bar or cocktail tables if you're just looking for a drink and snack. Definitely do not skip out on the fries/curry gravy! The fries were thick, yet crispy.
  • mo b.
    mo bSeptember 1, 2014
    From the dinner menu, i had the fish n' chips. The fish was delicious, fried in a light crispy batter. The fries were alright, nothing too exciting. The Caesar salad had the perfect amount of dressing
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoJuly 3, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Hudson Bay Grilled Diver Scallop and Blue Prawn (piquillo-pepper sauce, marcona almonds, chorizo, mint)
  • Paddyheart icon on user image
    PaddyApril 16, 2016
    Good Bloody Mary, poutine is excellent. Very friendly service and very nice atmosphere in which to have a drink and a bite.
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoOctober 19, 2011
    The food is rich and flavorful, from the perfect-for-snacking Scotch egg to the Gage burger, served a juicy medium-rare and dripping with melted onion marmalade and gobs of Midwestern Camembert.
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoOctober 19, 2011
    The whiskey list is lengthy and beer options go beyond the basics. The food is rich and flavorful, from the Scotch egg to the Gage burger with melted onion marmalade and gobs of Midwestern Camembert.
  • Judy
    JudyMarch 20, 2013
    I'm a fan of the pâté board, but there's something here for everyone. Ask your waiter for recommendations if you're unsure of what to order. Great dinner spot pre-theater!
  • Lukas C.heart icon on user image
    Lukas CarvajalApril 10, 2017
    I've been to The Gage more times than I can count. Cocktails, food, and especially the service are spectacular! Try everything 👌🍹
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoAugust 22, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Venison Burger (roasted mushroom, pickled onion, jalapeno, mustard aioli) with a side of salad
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoMarch 15, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Tropical Pavlova (pineapple, coconut, blood orange, vanilla chantilly) with a side of coconut line sorbet
  • Crain's Chicago Business
    Try the herb duck sausage sandwich. It's a French hot dog: a chewy baguette housing a thin, herby sausage and a true salad of frisée, baby greens and radishes dressed with duck vinaigrette. Read more
  • Aimee A.heart icon on user image
    Aimee AimeeNovember 28, 2012
    Sunday brunch here was good until they took french toast off the menu. One day we saw Steven Yeun and Lauren Cohan who play Glenn and Maggie on The Walking Dead eating at an outside table.
  • Tsvetaheart icon on user image
    TsvetaMay 12, 2017
    Everything is so delicious! If I have to pick two - the venison burger and smoked mushroom soup of the day.
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoAugust 22, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Summer Berry Plate (local summer fruits & berries, strawberry chantilly, crystalizedalmonds)
  • Indra V.heart icon on user image
    Indra VegasMay 19, 2013
    Suzana n i like the gaga, we loved the ambience, full service n friendly, suzanna ordered the wine but i only the water, suzana said the wine in here very good, wow!
  • Alicia K.
    Alicia KosasihNovember 25, 2012
    Get the Caramelized Lobster and House Poutine! Portion is a bit big if you're only sitting down for a light meal but the flavors are bold and they're all tasty.
  • Kent G.
    Kent GeorgiApril 30, 2014
    Kevin is the coolest bartender here, knows his drinks and is always on top of making sure your drink is full! - Tell him Kent from San Diego sent ya!!
  • Kevin D.heart icon on user image
    Kevin DulinJanuary 5, 2022
    The poutine was fantastic. The striped bass was battered which was disappointing. It’s a bit dark inside.
  • Michael C.heart icon on user image
    Michael CDecember 12, 2015
    Cocktails, wine and craft beer ... The California Burratta was delicious and the short rib squash soup was inspired.
  • Serious Eats
    Serious EatsMay 24, 2013
    Chef Dirk Flanigan's upscale tavern, featuring incredible sandwiches, filling entrees, and a great burger.
  • InterContinental Chicago
    InterContinental ChicagoSeptember 7, 2011
    Upscale pub food to the max. Brunch here is spectacular. If you're here during the summer months, visit it at night - you can hear music from the concerts at Millennium Park across the street.
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