Kindling | Downtown Cookout & Cocktails

4.5

4,5

532 avis

50 $ et plus

Américaine

Adapté aux repas d'affaires
Charmant
Adapté aux occasions spéciales

Kindling boasts a live fire show kitchen, wood-fired plates, and tasty cocktails in the heart of downtown Chicago. Chef Partner is James Beard Award-winning Jonathon Sawyer, who brings a worldly perspective and decades of wood-fired cooking to Kindling's internationally inspired menu. Located within Willis Tower at the corner of Franklin and Adams, Kindling welcomes guests for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, with happy hour specials offered on weekdays from 3pm-5:30pm.

Follow us on social @kindlingchicago & @chefsawyer!

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Nombre de personnes

2 personnes

DateHeure

18 sept. 2024

20:30

Réservé 64 fois aujourd'hui

Privatisation de salle

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Informations supplémentaires

Atmosphère
Élégant mais décontracté
Prix
50 $ et plus
Cuisine(s)
Américaine, Grillade, Gril
Heures d'ouverture
diner lun–sam 11:00–15:45 Cinq à sept lun–ven 15:00–17:30 Souper lun–jeu 16:00–21:00 ven, sam 16:00–22:00
Numéro de téléphone
(312) 789-5992
Site internet
https://www.kindlingchicago.com/
Moyens de paiement
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Code vestimentaire
Tenue d'affaires décontractée
Chef de cuisine
Chef Jonathon Sawyer
Installations pour l'événement privé
Situated within Willis Tower at the corner of Franklin and Adams, Kindling boasts a live fire show kitchen, wood-fired plates, and tasty cocktails in the heart of the city. At the helm of the kitchen is James Beard Award-winning Chef Jonathon Sawyer, who brings a worldly perspective and decades of w
Contact pour l'événement privé
Abbey Arp: (319) 360-2169

Endroit
202 S Franklin St, 60606 Chicago, IL
Quartier
River North (Chicago)
Rue transversale
Inside Willis Tower at the corner of Franklin and Adams
Infos de stationnement
Stationnement public
Métro ou Station
CTA: - Quincy (Brown/Orange/Pink/Purple Lines) - Jackson (Blue/Red Lines) - Bus Stops: 126 / 151 / 56 Metra: - Union Station
Renseignements supplémentaires :
Accès pour personnes à mobilité réduite, Au comptoir, Avec vue, Banquet, Bar complet, Bar/salon, Bière, Cocktails, Happy Hour, Non-fumeur, Options sans gluten, Salle privée, Table de Chef, Terrasse, Végane, Vin

Plats populaires

Crispy Brussels Sprouts12,00 $US
Torn mint, Thai chili sauce
Wild Mushrooms Fundido19,00 $US
Wood-fired Wild Mushrooms, Queso Fresco, Chihuahua Cheese, Atotonilco Tortillas
Burrata Caprese24,00 $US
grilled bread, extra virgin olive oil, herbs, smoked, raw & roasted tomato
World Famous Confit Chicken Wings16,00 $US
Charred jalapeño, garlic, lime, scallion
Charcoal Toasted Quesadilla15,00 $US
wood-fired chicken, black beans, chipotle lime crema can be made vegetarian

SOUP & SALAD

Lobster Bisque17,00 $US
Poached Lobster, Brioche Crouton, Olive oil, Chives
Caesar15,00 $US
Farm egg bottarga, parmesan, revol romaine, WTB breadcrumbs, crispy shallot
Wood Fired Seafood Salad29,00 $US
Butter lettuce, preserved tomato, avocado, sky-deck Louis dressing, grilled n' chilled mussels, shrimp, scallops, clear creek trout

RAW BAR

flown in fresh daily

Hamachi Crudo18,00 $US
Aguachile style, cucumber juice, red radish, serrano, citrus
Oysters On the Half Shell4,50 $US
Each. Pink peppercorn & champagne mignonette
Tuna Tartare17,00 $US
SAKU Gold AAA Tuna, Avocado, Wood-fired Furikake, Togarashi Rice Cracker

WOOD FIRED SEAFOOD

Oysters Maplefeller style5,00 $US
Maytag Blue Cheese, Confit Tomato, Maple Bacon, Calabrian Chili Crumb
HillBilly Riviera Style5,00 $US
saltines, crystal's hot sauce butter
Oyster Royale Style7,00 $US
golden kaluga caviar, potato cream
Bone Marrow Buttered6,00 $US
lemon, capers, parsley, breadcrumbs
Tomahawk Prawns22,00 $US
Spicy salsa matcha butter
Seafood Tower175,00 $US
jumbo tomahawk prawns, seasonal oysters and cold water lobster tail, salsa matcha butter and burnt lemon

STEAKS & CHOPS

well marbled Top with: Sautéed Maytag Bleu Cheese $5 Truffe Butter $4 Red Wine Demi Glace $4 Grilled Grade A Foie Gras $21

Filet59,00 $US
8oz
Filet "Mrs O'Leary"61,00 $US
8 oz. Red wine demi-glace, fried shallots
Steak Frites38,00 $US
10oz Salsa verde
USDA Prime NY Strip68,00 $US
16 oz
Prime "Downtown" Ribeye*71,00 $US
16oz
Colorado Lamb Chops 65,00 $US
18 oz
Double Cut Duroc Pork Chop62,00 $US
16oz
Bone-In, Dry-Aged Rib Chop*115,00 $US
24oz
King Cut Beef Short Rib*80,00 $US
22 oz quesabirria style with consume

ROTISSERIE

limited availability

Brine + Herb-Marinated Amish Farm Chicken28,50 $US
Half dressed. Mashed yukon gold potatoes, crispy skin, endless gravy

HOUSEMADE PASTA

copper extruded

Rigatoni Alla Vodka22,00 $US
luxurious classic sauce, parmigiano reggiano, basil ADD wood-grilled lobster 5oz _ 21
Bucatini Della Nonna20,00 $US
Tomato passato, fresh basil butter, breadcrumbs, aged Parmesan
Oxtail Gnocchi29,00 $US
Wood Fired Oxtail Ragu, Red Chili Caramel, Bone Marrow
Truffle Linguini23,00 $US
truffle cream sauce, roasted wild mushrooms, truffle toasted breadcrumbs
Mac n' Cheese Gratin17,00 $US
Brown butter breadcrumbs, Torchio pasta, red barn-aged cheddar, local American cheese. ADD rotisserie chicken _10

MAINS

Wood Grilled River Trout36,00 $US
spicy coconut corn broth, frisee salad, roasted tomato, herbs
Cedar Grilled Salmon35,00 $US
Maple miso glaze, ponzu, charred lime
Jumbo Sea Scallops35,00 $US
Chicago Salumi Chorizo, Meyer Lemon, Roasted Butternut Squash
branzino puttanesca48,00 $US
cerignola olives, red boat fish sauce, capers, wood-fired peppers & tomato
cochinita pibil26,00 $US
heritage pork, annatto seed, corn tortilla, pickled onion, avocado, wood-fired salsa
Not a Smash Burger22,00 $US
brisket blend, bibb lettuce, onion, pickles, secret sauce, american cheese, martin's potato bun, french fries Additional $5 with Nueske bacon, and $21 with grilled grade A foie gras

SIDES

Kindling Ratatouille14,00 $US
wood fired eggplant, olives, tomatoes, herbs, summer squash
Hasselback Potato13,00 $US
beef fat glazed, charred onion ranch
French Fries Julia Child Style11,00 $US
Beef suet, "gardinieraioli", heinz 57 ketchup
Mashed Potatoes12,00 $US
Brown butter gravy
Oakwood-Fired Broccolini14,00 $US
Roasted sweet peppers, garlic, lemon, brodo, parmesan
Cauliflower Caponata13,00 $US
golden raisins, capers, burnt lemon, smoked brown butter
Elote14,00 $US
corn off the cob, parmigiano reggiano, tajin

Avis de 532 client·e·s

Évaluation globale (notes et avis)

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4.5

4,5 d'après les évaluations récentes

4,5Plats
4,4Service
4,5Atmosphère
4,1Rapport qualité-prix

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532 avis

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Wendy
Chicago
5 avis
4.0
5 avis
Y est allé·e le il y a 2 jours
1. Global 4
2. Plats 4
3. Service 4
4. Atmosphère 4
Overall experience was great - just a few hiccups with my order that prevents me from giving much experience five stars.
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David
Chicago
245 avis
VIP
5.0
245 avis
Y est allé·e le il y a 4 jours
1. Global 5
2. Plats 5
3. Service 5
4. Atmosphère 5
This was my 2nd time at Kindling, 1st time for @valeria.pruett. Every dish and cocktail has been really good to excellent. Then food is creative and flavorful, usually kissed by the open fire. Similarly, the cocktails are balanced and tasty. Most places make cocktails sweeter than we like. Kindling’s, if not quite as dry as I would make them, are definitely restrained in sweetness. The confit chicken wings are unique. Duck is the most common poultry prepared confit (a long, slow cook in fat or sous vide) but it’s great for chicken, too, giving a silky tenderness to the meat. These seem to have been crisped quickly over the fire and tossed with a flavorful jalapeño, garlic and lime sauce. The quesadilla was stuffed with grilled chicken, black beans and cheese and served with a chipotle-lime crema. The tortillas were also crisped over the fire. Excellent Foie gras with fruit is a classic. Kindling’s Foie Gras Tartlet combined creamy foie gras mousse with an very flavorful strawberry jam in a crisp tartlet shell. I would make them with a little more mousse and a little less jam, but they were decadently good. I had tried the Cochinita Pibil, a traditional pork BBQ dish from Yucatan. Valeria ordered it and loved it. Warm, flavorful pork, pickled onions, creamy avocado, and a smoky salsa wrapped in a warm tortilla is a bit of Mexican heaven. I tried the burger. Generally, I prefer smash burgers, but this was an exceptionally well made not-smashed burger. A thick patty, but not ridiculously so, intensely beefy with the wonderful flavor of a burger you grilled in your own back yard. The “special sauce” had a bit of a spicy kick that I was not expecting, but the burger was a classic, really good grilled burger. If you are old enough to remember how good McDonald’s French Fries were back in the 60s, you may know that they were fried in beef tallow. Beef fat was declared unhealthy and now they are cooked in vegetable oils. Kindling’s tallow-fried fries are outstanding!
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Julie
Chicago
1 avis
5.0
1 avis
Y est allé·e le il y a 5 jours
1. Global 5
2. Plats 5
3. Service 5
4. Atmosphère 5
Had a very nice experience. The food was delicious--my friend and I both chose the chicken and a side of ratatouille. Both items were wonderful. Portions were generous. It's a little pricey but not overly so given the quality of everything, and not compared to other nice restaurants. The server was very professional but warm and the atmosphere was great. Possibly a bit quieter than normal because of other events going on, and it was somewhat early in the evening. But all the same, really nice. I would definitely recommend checking it out and I will be happy to return here myself. Also they make a wonderful bourbon old-fashioned...
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Todd
Région côtière
3 avis
2.0
3 avis
Y est allé·e le il y a 5 jours
1. Global 2
2. Plats 2
3. Service 3
4. Atmosphère 3
Overrated and overpriced. The appetizer was good, NY strip was fair but a poor cut that was tough and chewy in places, and the sides were virtually inedible - particularly the twice baked sweet potatoes. The music selection was annoying.
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Michael
Los Angeles
48 avis
4.0
48 avis
Y est allé·e le 11 septembre 2024
1. Global 4
2. Plats 4
3. Service 5
4. Atmosphère 5
The Italian Beef sandwich is terrific - much better than the usual. The service was friendly and there when needed without being intrusive. The cocktails were tasty, though tended to be a bit sweet.
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Utilisateur d'OpenTable
Chicago
1 avis
VIP
1.0
1 avis
Y est allé·e le 10 septembre 2024
1. Global 1
2. Plats 3
3. Service 2
4. Atmosphère 1
The food is pretty good but the overwhelming bbq smell that stayed on my clothes and in my hair for the rest of the day is incredibly annoying. I will not be eating there again! It was awful to be in my office smelling like a campfire.
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Jeannette
Chicago
29 avis
VIP
5.0
29 avis
Y est allé·e le 5 septembre 2024
1. Global 5
2. Plats 5
3. Service 5
4. Atmosphère 4
Food always great. We had a small booth facing the food prep area so ambiance not as great as usual.
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Matt
Wisconsin
3 avis
VIP
3.0
3 avis
Y est allé·e le 30 août 2024
1. Global 3
2. Plats 4
3. Service 3
4. Atmosphère 3
Food was OK for the price. Service was OK. Make sure you read the check as the restaurant charges a 3% credit card fee on top of the total bill.
Kindling | Downtown Cookout & CocktailsA répondu le 6 septembre 2024
Hi Matt, Thank you for your feedback. I’m glad to hear the food and service were satisfactory, though we aim for much more than just "OK." Regarding the 3% credit card fee, I understand how that could be surprising, and we try to be as transparent as possible. I appreciate you bringing it up, and we'll work on making sure guests are fully aware of any additional charges in the future. Hope to have the chance to improve your experience on your next visit. Best regards, ChefSawyer
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Alyceson
Chicago
3 avis
VIP
5.0
3 avis
Y est allé·e le 29 août 2024
1. Global 5
2. Plats 5
3. Service 5
4. Atmosphère 5
If you’re contemplating booking….. BOOK IT! Food and staff are great. It’s a staple once a week.
Kindling | Downtown Cookout & CocktailsA répondu le 6 septembre 2024
Hey Alyceson, Thank you so much for your kind words and ongoing support. We're thrilled to hear that Kindling has become a weekly staple for you! It’s always our goal to create a welcoming environment with great food and service, and I’m glad we’ve delivered that consistently for you. Looking forward to having you dine with us again soon. Best, Chef Sawyer
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Kendrick
Chicago
16 avis
VIP
3.0
16 avis
Y est allé·e le 28 août 2024
1. Global 3
2. Plats 3
3. Service 3
4. Atmosphère 2
Solid business type restaurant. Good food, atmosphere, and location in Willis Tower. Good for drinks or casual business dinner.
Kindling | Downtown Cookout & CocktailsA répondu le 6 septembre 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and convenient location in Willis Tower. Whether it’s for drinks or a casual business dinner, we strive to provide a reliable spot for any occasion. Hope to see you again soon! Best, Chef Sawyer
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Nombre de personnes

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DateHeure

18 sept. 2024

20:30

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202 S Franklin St, 60606 Chicago, IL

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Informations supplémentaires

Rue transversale
Inside Willis Tower at the corner of Franklin and Adams
Quartier
River North (Chicago)
Heures d'ouverture
diner lun–sam 11:00–15:45 Cinq à sept lun–ven 15:00–17:30 Souper lun–jeu 16:00–21:00 ven, sam 16:00–22:00
Prix
50 $ et plus
Cuisine(s)
Américaine, Grillade, Gril
Atmosphère
Élégant mais décontracté
Code vestimentaire
Tenue d'affaires décontractée
Infos de stationnement
Stationnement public
Métro ou Station
CTA: - Quincy (Brown/Orange/Pink/Purple Lines)- Jackson (Blue/Red Lines)- Bus Stops: 126 / 151 / 56Metra: - Union Station
Moyens de paiement
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Chef de cuisine
Chef Jonathon Sawyer
Renseignements supplémentaires :
Accès pour personnes à mobilité réduite, Au comptoir, Avec vue, Banquet, Bar complet, Bar/salon, Bière, Cocktails, Happy Hour, Non-fumeur, Options sans gluten, Salle privée, Table de Chef, Terrasse, Végane, Vin

Site internet
https://www.kindlingchicago.com/
Numéro de téléphone
(312) 789-5992
Installations pour l'événement privé
Situated within Willis Tower at the corner of Franklin and Adams, Kindling boasts a live fire show kitchen, wood-fired plates, and tasty cocktails in the heart of the city. At the helm of the kitchen is James Beard Award-winning Chef Jonathon Sawyer, who brings a worldly perspective and decades of w
Contact pour l'événement privé
Abbey Arp: (319) 360-2169

Kindling | Downtown Cookout & Cocktails

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Privatisation de salle

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Informations supplémentaires

Oxtail Gnocchi

Mashed Potatoes

Beef Tenderloin

FIRST COURSE

Crispy Brussels Sprouts12,00 $US

Wild Mushrooms Fundido19,00 $US

Burrata Caprese24,00 $US

World Famous Confit Chicken Wings16,00 $US

Charcoal Toasted Quesadilla15,00 $US

SOUP & SALAD

Lobster Bisque17,00 $US

Caesar15,00 $US

Wood Fired Seafood Salad29,00 $US

RAW BAR

Hamachi Crudo18,00 $US

Oysters On the Half Shell4,50 $US

Tuna Tartare17,00 $US

WOOD FIRED SEAFOOD

Oysters Maplefeller style5,00 $US

HillBilly Riviera Style5,00 $US

Oyster Royale Style7,00 $US

Bone Marrow Buttered6,00 $US

Tomahawk Prawns22,00 $US

Seafood Tower175,00 $US

STEAKS & CHOPS

Filet59,00 $US

Filet "Mrs O'Leary"61,00 $US

Steak Frites38,00 $US

USDA Prime NY Strip68,00 $US

Prime "Downtown" Ribeye*71,00 $US

Colorado Lamb Chops 65,00 $US

Double Cut Duroc Pork Chop62,00 $US

Bone-In, Dry-Aged Rib Chop*115,00 $US

King Cut Beef Short Rib*80,00 $US

ROTISSERIE

Brine + Herb-Marinated Amish Farm Chicken28,50 $US

HOUSEMADE PASTA

Rigatoni Alla Vodka22,00 $US

Bucatini Della Nonna20,00 $US

Oxtail Gnocchi29,00 $US

Truffle Linguini23,00 $US

Mac n' Cheese Gratin17,00 $US

MAINS

Wood Grilled River Trout36,00 $US

Cedar Grilled Salmon35,00 $US

Jumbo Sea Scallops35,00 $US

branzino puttanesca48,00 $US

cochinita pibil26,00 $US

Not a Smash Burger22,00 $US

SIDES

Kindling Ratatouille14,00 $US

Hasselback Potato13,00 $US

French Fries Julia Child Style11,00 $US

Mashed Potatoes12,00 $US

Oakwood-Fired Broccolini14,00 $US

Cauliflower Caponata13,00 $US

Elote14,00 $US

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