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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)
    Laura W.
    "Can't go wrong with the poutine, mussels, or fondue."(23 Tips)
    Azlan T.
    "wrong with the Gage burger"(6 Tips)
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  • Lacey M.
    Lacey MeckleyMarch 13, 2013
    The butter cake is an absolute must. I've never tasted anything so amazing in all my life!
  • Chicago Tribune
    Chicago TribuneMarch 24, 2015
    A bustling American brasserie on Michigan Avenue, The Gage is a fine place for a quick bite or more substantial fare. Read more
  • Marco H.
    Marco HowellMarch 22, 2012
    The lake superior trout is perfect. Also try the fennel soup and take advantage of the Chef Week special.
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoFebruary 11, 2011
    Thought you’d want to know: Dirk Flanigan has been nominated for Chef of the Year in Time Out Chicago’s 2011 Eat Out Awards and Billy Lawless has been nominated for Restaurateur of the Year. Vote now! Read more
  • Laura M.heart icon on user image
    Laura MaceiraOctober 30, 2014
    The gage burher for dinner is amazing! The service is great! Nice spot :)
  • natalie k.heart icon on user image
    natalie kayMay 28, 2016
    Fried pickles. GTO drink. Venison Burger!
  • Igor B.
    Igor BaltiyskiyOctober 9, 2013
    Nice Loop views, market fish comes with delicious crab risotto, but is not large as they may tell
  • Rawli P.
    Rawli PuigMarch 23, 2013
    The Harissa Lamb Meatballs are awesome. I would fly back and go here just for that!
  • Kristan Z.
    Kristan ZeilanJuly 4, 2012
    The Gage Burger...and Kevin. Can't go wrong with either! Good food, great service=dining pleasure!
  • Isaac E.heart icon on user image
    Isaac EstepSeptember 12, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Go for the soup of the day. Guaranteed to be good every time. Stay for the mussels.
  • Darren C.
    Darren CalhounNovember 27, 2013
    The Fish and Chips were SO yummy and the deserts have generous portions! #Winning
  • Mark J. C.
    Mark J. CarterDecember 5, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    If you like gin and want to try a different drink (which originated in 1916) ask for an "Aviation"
  • Russ C.
    Russ CollierJune 20, 2013
    Try the cold watermelon soup. It's refreshing and has a lot of complex flavors going on
  • Bailey S.heart icon on user image
    Bailey ShemenskiJuly 27, 2015
    Fish and chips and the poutine!!!
  • Liz H.
    Liz HarknessJuly 9, 2015
    Best fish and chips I've ever had. Great drinks too!
  • Mike K.
    Mike KohlerApril 24, 2010
    Order the potato, smoked bacon and clam soup. The presentation was great and it tasted fantastic! Check your diet at the door. It's loaded with cream and butter but a worthy cheat.
  • Tim N.
    Tim NachbauerAugust 6, 2012
    Order the guajillo chicken you won't regret it. Best chicken sand in Chicago but its slightly spicy
  • Azlan T.
    Azlan TariqSeptember 14, 2013
    Can't go wrong with the Gage burger, curry fries and the chicken noodles soup.
  • kate r.
    kate ryanAugust 7, 2011
    Elk poutine=amazingness. The rabbit salad, lamb entree and salmon entree were all equally delicious as well!
  • Jeff
    JeffMay 20, 2013
    Worth a visit for the fried pickles. Some of the best I've had. :-)
  • Bo-Ram K.heart icon on user image
    Bo-Ram KimAugust 12, 2013
    Woodland mushroom sandwich is a must! Good enough to make a temporary vegetarian out of anyone
  • Dev N.heart icon on user image
    Dev NathSeptember 26, 2014
    The Elk Rack is a bit on the pricier side, it's really worth it :)
  • Lina G.heart icon on user image
    Lina GonzoNovember 13, 2012
    Better make a reservation! Monday night, 10 pm, and the place is packed with people!
  • @nicoleyeary
    @nicoleyearyApril 14, 2012
    Nice place to meet for lunch or late cocktail
  • Gregory H.heart icon on user image
    Gregory H.April 17, 2015
    The smoked salmon BLT was quite good. Paired with a Vandermills.
  • Jonathan F.
    Jonathan FiurJune 14, 2013
    Fun, noisy and delicious. The house-made sausage special was great.
  • CoreyandCarrie S.heart icon on user image
    Fried pickles were very good. Food and drinks were over priced for the taste and size.
  • michelle j.heart icon on user image
    michelle jimenezApril 18, 2015
    Love the chicken sandwich. The outdoor lunch was lovely.
  • Rachel
    RachelSeptember 29, 2014
    Trendy and delicious, packed during weekday lunch service.
  • Tina M.
    Tina MarjanJuly 21, 2013
    Great food and service! Large beer selection...suggest the fried pickles!
  • Christopher F.
    Christopher FlossAugust 12, 2016
    Don't overlook the burger on the menu. It is awesome!
  • hooeyspewer ..heart icon on user image
    hooeyspewer .August 25, 2009
    Been here 10+ times
    Enjoy a great meal and an awesome cocktail at this sweet spot. Sit at the bar or at a table - can't really go wrong. Right across from Millennium Park - convenient meeting place
  • Brian B.heart icon on user image
    Brian BrewerJune 12, 2016
    Scotch eggs, and the burger is to die for!
  • Ryan G.heart icon on user image
    Ryan GallagherApril 19, 2016
    Nice gastropub with good food and drinks.
  • Neal J.heart icon on user image
    Neal JainApril 15, 2017
    The venison burger was good, fries are really good.
  • Wilhelm L.heart icon on user image
    Wilhelm LagercrantzApril 16, 2015
    Good food, service and beer. What more to ask for!
  • Mohammad Reza K.heart icon on user image
    Mohammad Reza KazemiOctober 4, 2016
    Fish and chips and pear and walnut salad
  • Patrick T.
    Patrick ThibaultAugust 12, 2013
    Best value for a really good cooking. It's a french who says that !
  • Spencer B.heart icon on user image
    Spencer BrownellOctober 19, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Everything is good or better! Great service too!
  • Kate S.
    Kate SummersDecember 30, 2013
    The wild boar poutine is so so good. Good service too.
  • Richard S.heart icon on user image
    Richard SurdykNovember 28, 2016
    Had the buffalo ribs and they were awesome
  • Nathan G.heart icon on user image
    Nathan GatesDecember 30, 2014
    The chicken on the buffalo chicken sandwich was cooked perfectly.
  • Liz M.heart icon on user image
    Liz McLean KnightAugust 1, 2016
    Sides are lovely. Vegan options too!
  • Tim K.heart icon on user image
    Tim KerseyAugust 20, 2014
    Excellent service. Loved the elk tartar.
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoMarch 15, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Black & Tan for St. Patrick’s Day weekend
  • Crain's Chicago Business
    House-made sausages and roasted Amish chicken are hearty treats, as is the USDA prime burger with caramelized onions and Camembert. Read more
  • Ben K.heart icon on user image
    Ben KenonMay 10, 2015
    Fish & Chips. The cocktails are great too.
  • Terri P.heart icon on user image
    Terri PApril 19, 2015
    Yum! Mussels and the fish and chips are awesome!
  • jef M.heart icon on user image
    jef McClimansNovember 17, 2014
    Beautiful Scotch Eggs. Get one ...get two.
  • Fletcher R.heart icon on user image
    Fletcher RhoadsAugust 8, 2014
    Curry fries appetizer is great, so is The Gage Burger.
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