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Welcome to Ada Street

Ada Street, a trendy American bar located at 1664 N Ada St in Chicago, offers a unique dining experience with a speakeasy vibe. The menu features flavorful dishes like the New York Strip with shoestring fries and garlic aioli, the feta carrots, Parisian Gnocchi, and donuts with blueberry jam. The cozy ambience, outstanding service, and carefully crafted cocktails create the perfect setting for a memorable meal. Customers rave about the romantic atmosphere, generous portions, and perfectly cooked steaks. Don't miss out on the opportunity to indulge in the delicious offerings at Ada Street.

Ada Street: Reviews & Ratings

Valerie L.
Valerie L.

Ada Street in Chicago, located on Ada Street, offers romantic ambience, fantastic food and superb service. We enjoyed the New York Strip and shoestring fries with garlic aioli. Huge portions and absolutely flavorful and tender! Cooked to perfection. Enjoyed a wonderful martini and could not pass up dessert! We shared the pretzel bread pudding with maple whip. It was equally wonderful! The bread pudding was creamy and the maple whip complimented the pudding.

Jessika W.
Jessika W.

Been here over 5 times and everyone I bring here raves about it afterwards! And now it's my go- to for a unique dining experience! Tbh I usually get whatever the waiter recommends (and here they know what they're talking about and will even bring out the food in a way that it compliments each other). During my last visit I got the: feta carrots: THE BEST VEGETABLE YOU'LL EVER EAT. It's sweet, savory, a bit crunchy and truly mind blowing for such an underestimated dish. Parisian Gnocchi: great combination of flavors and the gnocchi is perfectly cooked Steak and fries: we were in a food coma by this point so boxed up part of it for the next day but fresh it was perfectly medium rare and even heated up on a stove top perfectly! Donuts: so light for a donut and the blueberry jam is amazing (not too sweet or tart)! Not super heavy, light airy dough with a slight crisp to the exterior. Truly the perfect! Drinks: when in Rome - get the F*cking French martini. The Madagascar vanilla is truly a game changer and it's their most popular drink. Ambience: low lighting (candle lit space/ speak easy vibe), not too loud, it is a smaller space indoors but also has an outdoor patio with lots of room! I've been here with girlfriends, dates, parents. It is truly the perfect restaurant.

E M.
E M.

We dined here about a week ago. I hadn't visited in probably 10 years (not sure how I forgot about it!) and was so happy to return. The speakeasy vibe is so unique and cozy while the service and food is outstanding. I wish that I was still in the neighborhood but we'll definitely be back soon. Great date place and also really ideal if you're looking for a dinner spot before heading to a concert at the Salt Shed!

Suzanne V.
Suzanne V.

The ambience was immaculate as was service. From the moment you walk up to the door, you know this place is special. The menu is concise, which I take to be a good sign. Usually the roasted eggplant was delicious and the fresh pita bread was perfect. We ordered the Seabass, which was very flavorful if a little salty. Our steak came out underdone, but they had no problem adjusting the temp for us. My biggest complaint is that there are no hooks underneath the bar and I hope someone from Ada Street sees this and can address. It seems like that would be an easy way to elevate the dining experience; I had to balance my purse on my lap the entire night which makes me think not a single woman was involved in the planning of the dining space.

Katie L.
Katie L.

Probably the best restaurant I've tried recently. The interior is DARK when you enter so be wary. The drinks are DELICIOUS (the martini) and the steak was cooked perfectly. Everything that came out of the kitchen smelled delicious and this place does fill up! Would come back in a heartbeat.

Liz M.
Liz M.

My boyfriend and I had a lovely dinner here before a show the other night. It's a great space that's kind of hidden away. Service was friendly and attentive and they gave good recommendations. The wine selections were lovely. My boyfriend really liked his cocktail. We loved the harissa carrots, and the mussels were tasty. I thought the lamb ribs were a little too sweet, but they were cooked beautifully and it was a nice big serving. He loved the Bolognese. We'd come back for sure. Seems like they do some really nice things for groups from what we saw. I look forward to a cozy winter dinner inside sometime.

Amy H.
Amy H.

I held my birthday party here last night (group of 10) in their private room, and everything far exceeded my expectations - which were high to begin with. I chose the "light dinner" prix fixe menu, but with the amount of food they brought out, I honestly think the classic dinner would have meant we would have needed naps before we left. The Brussels sprouts were possibly the best vegetable dish I've eaten in my entire life, and the gnocchi was heavenly - I didn't realize pasta could melt in my mouth. The service was equally fantastic - the perfect balance of attended to and offered us space to have conversation. Speaking of the space: it felt almost like being in an Agatha Christie murder mystery. Private, set aside from the rest of the restaurant (I couldn't even tell you what it looks like), mostly lit with candles and closed off with velvet drapes. The ambiance was stellar. The only very minor quibble I have is that the water glasses were extremely tiny (verging on the size of shot glasses) - I'm not sure if this was meant for us to order cocktails, but it certainly was frustrating for those of us who enjoy drinking water with our meals.

Alexandra B.
Alexandra B.

This place is ah-mazing! Our Uber driver was confused trying to find it. If you're looking for a traditional restaurant storefront, you won't find it. This restaurant is masked as a speakeasy in a brick building. Enter the door and you make your way through the hallways and to the back of the restaurant. There is both indoor and outdoor dining. We shared a number of plates and they were spaced out nicely throughout the night. Every dish was amazing as was the service and cocktail menu. I couldn't pass up the fucking French martini. Our waitress and servers were equally amazing and the chef came out to say hello. If you're in the area, this is an excellent option. Oh! And the donuts! Save room for donuts!

Rick R.
Rick R.

Cool ambiance. Amazing cocktails. DELICIOUS food!! Great staff. Daryn was absolutely wonderful. OMG

Layna L.
Layna L.

Dined in on a Saturday night. The area around the restaurant is a bit random, but the interior is dimly lit, small and a pretty cozy space. We were seated right at the bar, with the bartender attending us. He was very attentive, frequently checking in on us and refilling our water. The menu is small, but I prefer that as it helps with narrowing down what to order. They recommend ordering 3-4 plates to split between two people and they course out the dishes. We ordered 4 plates, which I felt was more than enough food for 2 people and we could have gotten away with just 3 plates. We ordered the carrots, mussels, squash agnolotti, and black rice. I was very impressed with the portion size of everything, especially the mussels! That was the standout dish for me: the charred focaccia it came with was especially delicious when dipping into the broth. Every dish however was tasty and had a different flavor profile to it. I would love to come back and try their other dishes, such as the mushroom rotolo.

Location

  • Ada Street
    1664 N Ada St Chicago, IL 60642 Hotline: (773) 234-1753

Ada Street, a hidden gem located in Chicago on Ada Street, is a must-visit for those seeking a unique dining experience. This American bar offers a romantic ambience, fantastic food, and superb service, making it a go-to spot for many. The menu at Ada Street features a variety of mouthwatering dishes, including the New York Strip, shoestring fries with garlic aioli, and the pretzel bread pudding with maple whip.

Customer reviews rave about the delightful feta carrots, Parisian Gnocchi, perfectly cooked Steak and fries, and heavenly Donuts with blueberry jam. The ambience at Ada Street is described as low lighting with a speakeasy vibe, providing a cozy and intimate dining experience. The outdoor patio offers plenty of room for guests to enjoy their meal in a relaxed setting.

Overall, Ada Street has proven to be a top choice for those looking for a memorable dining experience. Whether you're looking for a romantic date night spot or a place to enjoy a delicious meal with friends, Ada Street delivers on all fronts. Don't miss out on the opportunity to dine at this trendy establishment in Chicago.