based on 278 reviews
Absolutely a wonderful experience with an excellent staff
Food is amazing!
This was the worst meal I’ve ever had in Chicago. We had to send some stuff back… something I never do because normally I feel bad, but this was inedible and fishy. Steak was raw, and we had ordered medium. We asked for the manager to politely address the matter instead of publicly with this post, but he never came. Front desk was incredibly rude and was a very bad start to the night, but our ser... More
This was the worst meal I’ve ever had in Chicago. We had to send some stuff back… something I never do because normally I feel bad, but this was inedible and fishy. Steak was raw, and we had ordered medium. We asked for the manager to politely address the matter instead of publicly with this post, but he never came. Front desk was incredibly rude and was a very bad start to the night, but our server was very nice and the only good thing about our meal. Music is waaaay too loud for dinner. Better for a lounge and if you just want drinks. Less
Great service and amazing ambiance
Very good experience.
I was excited to dine at Divan after it being highly recommended by several friends for my birthday dinner. However, I am so disappointed in the overall experience.Positives - beautiful space with a massive skylight, complimentary elderflower lemon drop upon being seated. The chargrilled oysters were an interesting take on chargrilled oysters so I can appreciate the creativity there. Music over t... More
I was excited to dine at Divan after it being highly recommended by several friends for my birthday dinner. However, I am so disappointed in the overall experience.Positives - beautiful space with a massive skylight, complimentary elderflower lemon drop upon being seated. The chargrilled oysters were an interesting take on chargrilled oysters so I can appreciate the creativity there. Music over the speakers was loud enough to be heard but not so loud we had to raise our voices to speak to each other.Negatives - my first cocktail (Kitty Cocktail) arrived from the bar with lipstick on the glass already, while they did remake my drink in a clean glass this was ultimately the start of an unsatisfactory experience. Everything about the meal was tasteless and lacked flavor. My dad and I ordered steaks that never saw a speck of salt or pepper, I'm not even sure I tasted butter. Cooking the steaks with the rosemary in the kitchen would've added more flavor than the show of torching the rosemary tableside. I fed the leftovers to my dog. My mother's salmon was actually cold and appeared that they only used the hand torch to lightly brown it. 6:30 is pretty early for dinner service yet, the popular brussel sprouts were unavailable although there were only three other tables seated. The whipped potatoes were soup. Nothing, I mean nothing, was seasoned. Chris did come and let us know he was removing the potatoes and salmon from our bill considering we didn't even touch them. The ceasar salad was four romaine leaves drizzled in dressing and completely covered in cheese. The chocolate cake dessert was nothing to write home about but thank you for the sparkler. I was really hoping to hear the live music but that was not available during our reservation either, if this is a feature of the restaurant it might be helpful to include a schedule so patrons can book accordingly. Less
Celebrating our engagement and Brian made it very special. He made our experience wonderful. Definitely will come back.
Jesus saved the day. Found vegetarian options, and verified with the chef regarding my restrictions..Mac and cheese and wedge salad with buttermilk dressing were the best I ever had. Compliments to the chef. Vibes were lacking, but staff and service was great.... More
Jesus saved the day. Found vegetarian options, and verified with the chef regarding my restrictions..Mac and cheese and wedge salad with buttermilk dressing were the best I ever had. Compliments to the chef. Vibes were lacking, but staff and service was great. Less
Food took forever to get out. So don’t come hungry. But the ambiance and music was great!!
Great Place!!! We Will Return!!!
Server was amazing and very knowledgeable. We got the cheifs steak spread and our children really enjoyed the cheeseburgers. Came here for my birthday and they made the whole experience great from start to finish. Definitely recommend! Thank you!... More
Server was amazing and very knowledgeable. We got the cheifs steak spread and our children really enjoyed the cheeseburgers. Came here for my birthday and they made the whole experience great from start to finish. Definitely recommend! Thank you! Less
The host welcomes us warmly, seating us in a beautiful scenery table within the restaurant. Our server was very kind, helpful in suggesting menu items and made the experience comfortable. Will be back soon.... More
The host welcomes us warmly, seating us in a beautiful scenery table within the restaurant. Our server was very kind, helpful in suggesting menu items and made the experience comfortable. Will be back soon. Less
Anthony made literally the best espresso martini in the city and John’s energetic energy was a cherry on top to my experience! They were great bartenders. I heard their female bartender makes a great French 75, so can’t wait to come back and try that out! Taco the barback was also so welcoming from the start of my experience!... More
Anthony made literally the best espresso martini in the city and John’s energetic energy was a cherry on top to my experience! They were great bartenders. I heard their female bartender makes a great French 75, so can’t wait to come back and try that out! Taco the barback was also so welcoming from the start of my experience! Less
jimmy is the best!
The food was exceptional. Shar helped us out and was so fun and knowledgeable. We will definitely be back! We’re glad we found a new regular spot.
Everything was great! Our server Mark was the BEST!! We definitely will be back!
Book at your own risk — especially if you’re planning a private event.We recently hosted a private dinner here and the experience was honestly a mess. We were overcharged by nearly $500 — for items we never ordered, for food that was already prepaid in a prefixed package, and even for shots we didn’t take. The math was all over the place. Gratuity (which was already included in our deposit) was t... More
Book at your own risk — especially if you’re planning a private event.We recently hosted a private dinner here and the experience was honestly a mess. We were overcharged by nearly $500 — for items we never ordered, for food that was already prepaid in a prefixed package, and even for shots we didn’t take. The math was all over the place. Gratuity (which was already included in our deposit) was taxed, which is completely inappropriate and, frankly, shady.To top it off, our server took shots with our group twice without being invited. We weren’t going to make a scene in the moment, but it was bizarre and unprofessional — especially considering how often drinks were forgotten or delayed.The food? It was fine at best — definitely not good enough to justify the chaos that came with the service and billing. When we questioned the final bill that night, we were dismissed and told it was all “correct.” Still waiting for a response to my email about a refund and tried to call but you can’t even leave a voice mail.Bottom line: triple-check everything if you decide to book here, because they clearly won’t. Less
Hospitality is unmatched especially w our server Mark. Finally had a good French 75 fantastic service. I'll be sure to have me and my buddies back again.... More
Hospitality is unmatched especially w our server Mark. Finally had a good French 75 fantastic service. I'll be sure to have me and my buddies back again. Less
Wanted to love it but just, wow. Terribly disappointed. Food came slow, service was slow, no live music or much of an ambiance as was advertised, and a lot of noise and unprofessionalism from the owner and his friends.Steak tartare had a weird flavor profile, Caesar salad was over dressed and had wilted lettuce, the steak was over cooked and fatty, and the beurre blanc served with the house past... More
Wanted to love it but just, wow. Terribly disappointed. Food came slow, service was slow, no live music or much of an ambiance as was advertised, and a lot of noise and unprofessionalism from the owner and his friends.Steak tartare had a weird flavor profile, Caesar salad was over dressed and had wilted lettuce, the steak was over cooked and fatty, and the beurre blanc served with the house pasta was broken when brought out. The crab cake had more breading than lump crab but had good flavor. Less
The atmosphere and ambiance is definitely the redeeming quality about this place. It’s beautiful, the staff is friendly, there’s live music, etc. However, I only recommend coming here for drinks and maybe an appetizer. We ordered two steaks- a ribeye and a filet. Both sadly and very unfortunately being the two worst steaks we had ever tried. The ribeye was practically well done despite being orde... More
The atmosphere and ambiance is definitely the redeeming quality about this place. It’s beautiful, the staff is friendly, there’s live music, etc. However, I only recommend coming here for drinks and maybe an appetizer. We ordered two steaks- a ribeye and a filet. Both sadly and very unfortunately being the two worst steaks we had ever tried. The ribeye was practically well done despite being ordered at medium temp. And both drastically lacked any flavor. For a price point of $70 for the steak this is remarkably unacceptable I’ve been far better steaks at home.Definitely a good time for drinks and music though. Less
Excelente opção de uma boa carne em Chicago.
I had a great experience and Bryan was an incredible server. He had all the answers and was such a delight to be around. Thank you for the great night!... More
I had a great experience and Bryan was an incredible server. He had all the answers and was such a delight to be around. Thank you for the great night! Less
Great place with great staff but oysters and shrimp weren't fresh at all and no way while even cooking it they thought it was. Crab cake is amazing and sides were delicious. Bartenders are amazing and drinks were the highlight of the evening.... More
Great place with great staff but oysters and shrimp weren't fresh at all and no way while even cooking it they thought it was. Crab cake is amazing and sides were delicious. Bartenders are amazing and drinks were the highlight of the evening. Less
The food and drinks were mediocre, I left unimpressed with every course, hoping the next would be better than the last. That moment never came.Worst if all the restaurant has chosen petty ways to make a profit, charging an automatic gratuity fee for a party of two, a 4% "restaurant fee" and a $5 charge to pay through an app at the table.On the upside the music and live band were nice, but a waste... More
The food and drinks were mediocre, I left unimpressed with every course, hoping the next would be better than the last. That moment never came.Worst if all the restaurant has chosen petty ways to make a profit, charging an automatic gratuity fee for a party of two, a 4% "restaurant fee" and a $5 charge to pay through an app at the table.On the upside the music and live band were nice, but a waste of an evening otherwise. Less
Jimmy and Mark are wonderful
I recently had the chance to visit Divan's, a place I had eagerly anticipated for months. Unfortunately, my schedule didn't align for their renowned Sunday brunch, so l opted for a Friday visit instead. As a food enthusiast who has traveled the world, I was excited to see what Divan's had to offer.Upon arrival, I was greeted by a magical ambiance, complemented by live music that truly set the moo... More
I recently had the chance to visit Divan's, a place I had eagerly anticipated for months. Unfortunately, my schedule didn't align for their renowned Sunday brunch, so l opted for a Friday visit instead. As a food enthusiast who has traveled the world, I was excited to see what Divan's had to offer.Upon arrival, I was greeted by a magical ambiance, complemented by live music that truly set the mood. My waiter, Mark, provided exceptional service--definitely top tier. The aesthetics of the restaurant were stunning creating a delightful atmosphere.However, the food didn't quite meet my expectations. I started with a giant bowl of French onion soup, which looked delicious and cheesy but turned out to be disappointingly sweet. Next, I tried the crab cake; unfortunately, the crabmeat was stale, and after just a couple of bites, I had to send it back.For my entree, I ordered the Cedar Salmon, which was decent, but the standout was the side of mac & cheese.Sadly, the noodles were practically swimming in cheese sauce, which was a bit overwhelming. While the salmon was okay, it didn't wow me.To finish, I had the chocolate cake for dessert, which was just average. Overall, I left with mixed feelings about Divan's. I had really hoped to love this place, especially since I was considering it for my boyfriend's birthday celebration. While the service and atmosphere were fantastic, the food fell short of my expectations. Less
Veronica was absolutely amazing truly a star we received great service and attention to detail in a full house of people 10/10.
The food was terrible. Shrimp smelled extremely fishy, burger was salty, pasta was a heat & go, ice cream was freezer burnt, ribeye steak was as small as sirloin ..... It's great to have experienced a place because you know when never to return....... More
The food was terrible. Shrimp smelled extremely fishy, burger was salty, pasta was a heat & go, ice cream was freezer burnt, ribeye steak was as small as sirloin ..... It's great to have experienced a place because you know when never to return.... Less
Angelique was our server and she is the best!!! We LOVED our dining experience at Divan!
I’m puzzled as to why all our dishes were smoked. They brought out touches and smoked the herbs and garlic on the plate. My steak was overdone and had to be remade. It was well when I ordered medium. Place was $200 a person and not at a $200 per person level. Steak says it’s 8oz on the menu but looked more like 6oz on a good day. Could have been an off night but just wasn’t a great experience for... More
I’m puzzled as to why all our dishes were smoked. They brought out touches and smoked the herbs and garlic on the plate. My steak was overdone and had to be remade. It was well when I ordered medium. Place was $200 a person and not at a $200 per person level. Steak says it’s 8oz on the menu but looked more like 6oz on a good day. Could have been an off night but just wasn’t a great experience for $200 (2 drinks, 1 app, 1 main, 1 dessert, 1 shared side). Less
Char was absolutely amazing ! ☺️ great vibe and very nice
Had dinner in the wine cellar - 10/10, ambiance, food, service, experience
Amazing food, delightful staff, entertaining music, awesome crowd.
Miguel helped us navigate the first time here! He did amazing!
I like the atmosphere here!
Stopped by for drinks. Beautiful and elegant spot. Drinks were great! Had the whisky business, well made. Service was excellent. Will be back for sure and try more things!... More
Stopped by for drinks. Beautiful and elegant spot. Drinks were great! Had the whisky business, well made. Service was excellent. Will be back for sure and try more things! Less
Our waitress was amazing ! Nothing but great service . Would most definitely recommend coming here for a special night with your significant other or birthday !... More
Our waitress was amazing ! Nothing but great service . Would most definitely recommend coming here for a special night with your significant other or birthday ! Less
Great night out, service was great
One of the best happy hours in the city! Excellent vibes. Will be coming back soon!
First time dining here and we absolutely loved it. Food was amazing and service was outstanding. Definitely will come back. Thank to our waiter Miguel, he was very helpful and pleasant.Saman... More
First time dining here and we absolutely loved it. Food was amazing and service was outstanding. Definitely will come back. Thank to our waiter Miguel, he was very helpful and pleasant.Saman Less
I contemplated on even posting a review but it's never a good feeling leaving somewhere and feeling like I got "got" after spending my money.I made reservations for my husband and I to try out this new spot and intentionally booked during happy hour (6pm) to try out the drinks and food. Only to arrive and be told we couldn't participate in happy hour in the dining area. The host told us we would ... More
I contemplated on even posting a review but it's never a good feeling leaving somewhere and feeling like I got "got" after spending my money.I made reservations for my husband and I to try out this new spot and intentionally booked during happy hour (6pm) to try out the drinks and food. Only to arrive and be told we couldn't participate in happy hour in the dining area. The host told us we would have to sit at the bar to get the happy hour specials. What!? The bar was pretty full, clearly because they knew something we didn't so we're like well we came for both but I guess we'll settle for dinner!Service was fineFood comes, just ok. I had the burger and fries. My fries were fried so hard I couldn't even bite through some of them...they were like little chalksticks. My husband had the pasta and prawns which was bland.Then the bill and this is where I felt ripped off. 4% restaurant fee, then a 20% service fee? Bill went from 168 to 224!?! So I inquired about both charges, the waitress gave me an answer that was all over the place, basically she wasn't sure. Saying it's payroll for the business, etc. I ask his her gratuity added and she said no!? So I'm like wth? I tipped her another $15.I don't have to revisit here at all. Food and service was just ok but definitely not worth feeling ripped off at the end of the night. If I can figure out how to post a pic, I'm going to post the receipt Less
It seems like they’re just interested in being the next restaurant to go viral on social media given that they don’t appear to be interested in operating like a normal business. Don’t promo a Sunday Brunch when the restaurant isn’t even open. A party of 10 was booked and CONFIRMED (almost 2 months ago) for a brunch reservation today only for the restaurant to be closed. We wasted money even trave... More
It seems like they’re just interested in being the next restaurant to go viral on social media given that they don’t appear to be interested in operating like a normal business. Don’t promo a Sunday Brunch when the restaurant isn’t even open. A party of 10 was booked and CONFIRMED (almost 2 months ago) for a brunch reservation today only for the restaurant to be closed. We wasted money even traveling here. You completely ruined my friend’s birthday plans. Never returning here.Update: the restaurant went on to report the reservation as a no-show to OpenTable. The responses you see are automated and careless. Less
The level of unprofessionalism that was displayed yesterday is unbelievable! I made a reservation for my 30th birthday celebration back in January for St Patrick’s weekend. I received a confirmation email about my reservation a few days before. I show up with 9 of my closest friends for brunch and the restaurant is CLOSED! Closed after they confirmed my reservation months ago. May I add that it w... More
The level of unprofessionalism that was displayed yesterday is unbelievable! I made a reservation for my 30th birthday celebration back in January for St Patrick’s weekend. I received a confirmation email about my reservation a few days before. I show up with 9 of my closest friends for brunch and the restaurant is CLOSED! Closed after they confirmed my reservation months ago. May I add that it was cold and flurrying. No one from management ever reached out to me to inform me that they could no longer honor my reservation. Didn’t say a word. After posting a review, management responded to my friend and told her there was “miscommunication” on the restaurant’s end. Obviously. Miscommunication is one thing, but to offer reservations knowing y’all are closed is ridiculous. I was also marked as a no show on Open Table for my reservation that I showed up to, but the restaurant was, again, CLOSED! I was looking forward to my dining experience at Divan. Too bad they couldn’t get it together. Less
Amazing food, service, & atmosphere!Super low-key, relaxed, atmosphere.Anthony was an amazing bartender/server with great recommendations!! Best filet & Brussel sprouts I’ve ever had. Very efficient service!10/10 recommend.... More
Amazing food, service, & atmosphere!Super low-key, relaxed, atmosphere.Anthony was an amazing bartender/server with great recommendations!! Best filet & Brussel sprouts I’ve ever had. Very efficient service!10/10 recommend. Less
DivanMy friend made a brunch reservation for 12:45 for 10 people on Sunday, March 16, 2025. The brunch reservation was confirmed prior. Come to find out after 10 of us ubering to the location, we find that the location is closed. Way to ruin my friend’s 30th birthday. Why offer and confirm a reservation if it is not available? We had to stand in the cold and snow to look for a new place to go DUR... More
DivanMy friend made a brunch reservation for 12:45 for 10 people on Sunday, March 16, 2025. The brunch reservation was confirmed prior. Come to find out after 10 of us ubering to the location, we find that the location is closed. Way to ruin my friend’s 30th birthday. Why offer and confirm a reservation if it is not available? We had to stand in the cold and snow to look for a new place to go DURING ST. PATRICKS WEEKEND. What a disappointment. Can’t believe this is how somebody chooses to do business. Less
If I could leave zero stars I would. A brunch reservation was made for 10 and confirmed the night before. We arrived at the restaurant to find it closed. This is very much unprofessional, rude and shows a lack of respect for customers time and money to come to their location. They had ample time to contact the name on the reservation to say it would not be open that day. I will seek to dissuade e... More
If I could leave zero stars I would. A brunch reservation was made for 10 and confirmed the night before. We arrived at the restaurant to find it closed. This is very much unprofessional, rude and shows a lack of respect for customers time and money to come to their location. They had ample time to contact the name on the reservation to say it would not be open that day. I will seek to dissuade everyone I know from coming here due to their lack of communication and professionalism. Less
Angelique was amazing!
Food and service were great. However, I did not appreciate having a 20% gratuity included on my tab without my knowledge. We would’ve tipped 20% regardless, as we always do, but we almost doubled tip which is unacceptable. This is NOT the waiter’s fault though.... More
Food and service were great. However, I did not appreciate having a 20% gratuity included on my tab without my knowledge. We would’ve tipped 20% regardless, as we always do, but we almost doubled tip which is unacceptable. This is NOT the waiter’s fault though. Less
Beautiful place and the food was delicious. I came when they had a live band. This made my night
Came for HH and Anthony was nothing but accommodating and just a pleasure to be around! Def will be back 🙌🏾
Came during Happy Hour!! s/O to Anthony at the bar 🫶🏽
Anthony was a dope bartender
I came to Divan for a late birthday dinner with my friend & we had a wonderful experience with Miguel! I’ll definitely be back!!
Miguel was amazing! 10/10!
Great restaurant- we love the atmosphere and food. Such a great place to have near us! Thanks to Miguel for the great service.
🚩🚩🚩🚩. Horrible service. Won’t ever eat here again.
We celebrated our anniversary at Divan, and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance set the perfect mood for the evening. The staff was incredibly courteous, and the service was top-notch. Our waiter and waitress were not only professional but also hilarious, making the night even more enjoyable.The food was absolutely incredible everything we tried was pack... More
We celebrated our anniversary at Divan, and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance set the perfect mood for the evening. The staff was incredibly courteous, and the service was top-notch. Our waiter and waitress were not only professional but also hilarious, making the night even more enjoyable.The food was absolutely incredible everything we tried was packed with flavor and beautifully presented. While we didn’t capture everything on camera, we sampled a variety of dishes, each more delicious than the last. The drinks complemented our meal perfectly, adding to the overall experience.We can’t wait to return and enjoy more of what Divan has to offer. It’s definitely a place worth visiting for a special night out! Less
Service is terrible. Waited 1 hour for cocktails, was charged for 6 different items that were never ordered. Food was subpar. Never ever will return.
As a first impression, I was indeed a little skeptical about this place, BUT upon entering, it was a whole other ball game. So I was attending a private birthday party where it was the 8 of us, so we were completely separated from the general public. All the staff were indeed friendly, upcoming, and always presented a smile with us.Our host/server, Derrick(I think I spelled his name right), was o... More
As a first impression, I was indeed a little skeptical about this place, BUT upon entering, it was a whole other ball game. So I was attending a private birthday party where it was the 8 of us, so we were completely separated from the general public. All the staff were indeed friendly, upcoming, and always presented a smile with us.Our host/server, Derrick(I think I spelled his name right), was one of the best hosts I've ever had. He checked on us from time to time and always made sure we were doing good, and if I had to say he definitely deserves a raise for how attentive and kind he was to 1) the birthday girl and 2) the rest of us. He even made accommodations for someone who had dietary restrictions, which was really helpful.Now, for the food, it all visually looked tremendous, especially the roasted chicken. Upon looking at the chicken, I already knew it was going to be full of flavor, but due to Lent, I couldn't bring myself to eat it. But with the testimonies of the other guests, they loved every bit of it. It was so good that what they couldn't finish, they took it to go, leaving no evidence behind lol. Even the steak looked phenomenal and had a nice pink center, so if you like your steak rare, this might be worth a try. For dessert, there was pie and chocolate cake and at this point I couldn't eat anymore but I tried the cake to end off on a sweet tooth and boy that chocolate was indeed rich. It had a nice taste of chocolate, but it wasn't too sweet that it would make me sick, definitely one of the better chocolate cakes I've had.To end this review off, it is indeed worth the 5 star rating. 2 of the guests from our party stated that they might do this again for their birthday, that's how good this spot was for us. Even the little things counted, such as the little mink blanket/scarf thing we were provided, were nice because the room we were in was indeed on the colder side because it was where some wine was being stored. These small accommodations definitely boost the rating to a 5, in my opinion. Who knows, I might come again for another birthday party, LOL! But even then, this is a nice spot if you for a business lunch or dinner.(Side note: I did take pictures of the food it somehow ended up being corrupted, and now they're useless. But through word of mouth, I promise you that food looks and tastes tremendous, including vegetarian options such as the Mac and Cheese and Ceasar Salad. Less
This was the first time dining at Divan and the service was excellent and so was Miguel!! We will be back for sure :-)
Great food & music! I love the ambience ✨
Didn’t try the food so I can’t say but everything else was great! Good people, the music should be a little less loud so that you can have a conversation without having to scream in your date/buddies ears.... More
Didn’t try the food so I can’t say but everything else was great! Good people, the music should be a little less loud so that you can have a conversation without having to scream in your date/buddies ears. Less
This review is for HH only. The vibe was warm and inviting. Drinks were good and our server was very friendly. We only had oysters and fries but the oysters were surprisingly very fresh and some of the best restaurants fries I’ve had. Once it got a lil busy, we couldn’t find our server but otherwise it was a cute moment and I would definitely come back for dinner and live music.... More
This review is for HH only. The vibe was warm and inviting. Drinks were good and our server was very friendly. We only had oysters and fries but the oysters were surprisingly very fresh and some of the best restaurants fries I’ve had. Once it got a lil busy, we couldn’t find our server but otherwise it was a cute moment and I would definitely come back for dinner and live music. Less
The ambience and atmosphere here was absolutely amazing. The live entertainment was also a great touch. Service was what's absolutely phenomenal our server was very attentive and was there for everything we needed. The food there was good but not great. Overall I would recommend this place no matter if you're having a date night or out with friends for dinner.... More
The ambience and atmosphere here was absolutely amazing. The live entertainment was also a great touch. Service was what's absolutely phenomenal our server was very attentive and was there for everything we needed. The food there was good but not great. Overall I would recommend this place no matter if you're having a date night or out with friends for dinner. Less
Divan has become one of my favorite steakhouses in Chicago! Visited last night for a girl’s night and were highly impressed by the hospitality, ambiance, food, and drinks. Will definitely be back!... More
Divan has become one of my favorite steakhouses in Chicago! Visited last night for a girl’s night and were highly impressed by the hospitality, ambiance, food, and drinks. Will definitely be back! Less
Is a beautiful space. The staff was great and very attentive. The food is just as great. Some food and drink items come with a presentation element. I will definitely be back.... More
Is a beautiful space. The staff was great and very attentive. The food is just as great. Some food and drink items come with a presentation element. I will definitely be back. Less
Miguel was such an amazing waiter! He was so polite, kind and made my first time experience so warm! Can’t wait to come back. The food and drinks were delicious!... More
Miguel was such an amazing waiter! He was so polite, kind and made my first time experience so warm! Can’t wait to come back. The food and drinks were delicious! Less
Impeccable service and ambiance!!!!!
Preston, the manager, as well as Derrick, our server, were both incredible. Extremely knowledgeable. Both provided us with amazing hospitality. The food was great - especially the brussels sprouts, bacon, and filet mignon with au poivre sauce. Old fashioned cocktail was 10/10. We will definitely be returning.... More
Preston, the manager, as well as Derrick, our server, were both incredible. Extremely knowledgeable. Both provided us with amazing hospitality. The food was great - especially the brussels sprouts, bacon, and filet mignon with au poivre sauce. Old fashioned cocktail was 10/10. We will definitely be returning. Less
Frankly I was just not that impressed with the service. My girlfriend and I had dinner here for my birthday back at the end of January and frankly I really didn’t like how we were treated when you commented on not liking the lobster Mac n Cheese. We tried to like it, but it was frankly it was dry and unpalatable.When we noted this to the waitress, she says, “Well, you sure ate a lot of it.”First ... More
Frankly I was just not that impressed with the service. My girlfriend and I had dinner here for my birthday back at the end of January and frankly I really didn’t like how we were treated when you commented on not liking the lobster Mac n Cheese. We tried to like it, but it was frankly it was dry and unpalatable.When we noted this to the waitress, she says, “Well, you sure ate a lot of it.”First of all, it was dry and disgusting. Look at the picture. Tell me this doesn’t look dry. The lobster was cooked separately and not mixed into the Mac n Cheese.While we still paid for it, the audacity of the waitress to imply that we consumed a large portion of it like we were scammers or something.Girl, you lost the plot.Secondly, she barely responded when we flagged her for assistance. Then she comes by and says this and was also like “why didn’t you tell me sooner?” . Crazy work.I’ll never eat here ever again Less
Nice restaurant however our bill was $502.97. My Brussel sprouts were only $14. That’s all I ate not add-ons due to my current diet. However, to add crab to a $16 dish was $35 extra dollars. Horrible waitress indeed. She offered the add on to my daughters without communicating the insane price of $35 extra. We definitely got swindled last night. Also the chicken was not fully cooked as the inside... More
Nice restaurant however our bill was $502.97. My Brussel sprouts were only $14. That’s all I ate not add-ons due to my current diet. However, to add crab to a $16 dish was $35 extra dollars. Horrible waitress indeed. She offered the add on to my daughters without communicating the insane price of $35 extra. We definitely got swindled last night. Also the chicken was not fully cooked as the inside was pink. We didn’t discover that until later after we ingested the other parts of the chicken. I didn’t eat all of mine due to the mediocre taste and texture. I pray we don’t get ill from that dish. And to add, the waitress whispered to me about dessert for my two daughters birthday but didn’t tell me it was chocolate cake in which neither like chocolate cake. Please hire staff with better communication skills. I didn’t ask more questions because I wanted it to be a surprise. I assumed it would be cheese cake or something they like. She didn’t state to me that it was chocolate cake. More wasted money to say the least. Never again, however we enjoyed the cover songs from the live band. Less
Me and 2 of my closest friends were very excited to try a new restaurant. We looked at the list for black restaurants week and saw Divans. Also saw the happy hour menus and decided this was a great choice. We arrived on time for our reservation on the 15th of February. We were greeted politely by well dressed hostesses. Once we were seated, we were given a menu that featured Valentine's day, 3-c... More
Me and 2 of my closest friends were very excited to try a new restaurant. We looked at the list for black restaurants week and saw Divans. Also saw the happy hour menus and decided this was a great choice. We arrived on time for our reservation on the 15th of February. We were greeted politely by well dressed hostesses. Once we were seated, we were given a menu that featured Valentine's day, 3-course food items. We were puzzled and quite disturbed that they were not having happy hour and they only offered a menu for Valentine's day, even though it was advertised on the website black restaurant week. Restaurant was very over priced and we were told this menu was the ONLY OPTION to order from. The waiter was very rude and pushy. Moving forward, we traveled an hour to be here and we wanted to make the best of the nite, so we decided to stay 😒. I ordered a wedge salad, 8oz ribye steak and chocolate cake, ALL for $165 incl taxes. The salad was made for a toddler, very limited ingredients!! The steak was fatty and rubbery, medium cooked!! The chocolate cake was cold and tasted like it came from a box. We attempted to bring our concerns to the waiter but she was very nonchalant and continued to be dismissive. What was even more disturbing, we continued to ask about other food items but was forced to order from a limited menu featuring Valentine's day and later was told they were accidentally put on black restaurant week. Waiter also said they were not honoring the specials featured on the website. So we were bamboozled!! Although the restaurants ambience appeared to be very inviting, my visit was very disappointing. I've had better experiences at more prestigious restaurants!! Less
My friends and I waited almost 2 hours for our entrees to come out. The food lacked a lot of flavor and was overpriced in my opinion. Once the check came out, we were charged for multiple incorrect items. We had to get it corrected three times. Very disappointed in this place—especially since there are so many Chicago influencers that recommend it.... More
My friends and I waited almost 2 hours for our entrees to come out. The food lacked a lot of flavor and was overpriced in my opinion. Once the check came out, we were charged for multiple incorrect items. We had to get it corrected three times. Very disappointed in this place—especially since there are so many Chicago influencers that recommend it. Less
Went here for a friends birthday and it was one of the worst dinner experiences I’ve had. The service, the wait times, the professionalism - couldn’t have been more disappointed!... More
Went here for a friends birthday and it was one of the worst dinner experiences I’ve had. The service, the wait times, the professionalism - couldn’t have been more disappointed! Less
Prior to my fiancée and I’s Valentines Day reservations on Saturday, I read a couple Google reviews rating Divan poorly due to their lack of service. Our dinner reservations were at 8:45pm, our waiter didn’t greet us for twenty minutes and when he did - he didn’t apologize for the delay in service or wait. After he took our order for drinks, appetizers and main course it took an hour to receive J... More
Prior to my fiancée and I’s Valentines Day reservations on Saturday, I read a couple Google reviews rating Divan poorly due to their lack of service. Our dinner reservations were at 8:45pm, our waiter didn’t greet us for twenty minutes and when he did - he didn’t apologize for the delay in service or wait. After he took our order for drinks, appetizers and main course it took an hour to receive JUST our appetizers. Despite it being Valentine’s Day weekend, the restaurant wasn’t busy. However, the live music was beautiful and the food was pretty good! I’m 100% positive I won’t be dinning here again because of the long wait time and 20% service charge for mundane and nonchalant service. Less
Food was bland and cold. Pasta was not done. The ceaser salad tasted fishy. They had a pre-fixed menu for the valentine weekend $109 per person however only served food off their menu worth $66. 00 total (Caesar salad $20, pasta $29.99 and chocolate cake$16.00.. I was confused with the price but ok it was an experience that I would not recommend.... More
Food was bland and cold. Pasta was not done. The ceaser salad tasted fishy. They had a pre-fixed menu for the valentine weekend $109 per person however only served food off their menu worth $66. 00 total (Caesar salad $20, pasta $29.99 and chocolate cake$16.00.. I was confused with the price but ok it was an experience that I would not recommend. Less
We had our first dinner at Divan a few nights ago and it was such a special experience. From the amazing customer service, comforting ambiance, live music and the best stuffed pasta I’ve ever had!We arrived earlier than our reservation time but they were able to seat us right away. We ordered an entree, appetizer and a side dish but the only thing that ever arrived to the table was the appetizer.... More
We had our first dinner at Divan a few nights ago and it was such a special experience. From the amazing customer service, comforting ambiance, live music and the best stuffed pasta I’ve ever had!We arrived earlier than our reservation time but they were able to seat us right away. We ordered an entree, appetizer and a side dish but the only thing that ever arrived to the table was the appetizer. The owner James came by and checked in on us and immediately made the fix with additional accommodations. Our waiter/bartender John checked on us regularly and made the BEST drinks. We can’t stop thinking about this experience and how welcomed we felt! Our almost dissatisfaction was completely flipped and we felt completely taken care of so much that we went back two days later! If you’re in the area check them out 10/10 experience ❤️ Less
The atmosphere, service, drinks, and the entertainment was beautiful but the food was HORRIBLE idk how they call that Mac n cheese but that is the worse I’ve ever had…everything I ordered except the steak was bad last night.... More
The atmosphere, service, drinks, and the entertainment was beautiful but the food was HORRIBLE idk how they call that Mac n cheese but that is the worse I’ve ever had…everything I ordered except the steak was bad last night. Less
The service was almost nonexistent with us having to wait 40 minutes just to put our order in and almost an hour to pay our check (I literally went to the front desk to try and pay. They didn’t let me and I had to talk to three people to pay my bill, because they made an error), resulting in a total of 3 hours for our dinner experience.The food was… average and came out kind of cold. They didn’t ... More
The service was almost nonexistent with us having to wait 40 minutes just to put our order in and almost an hour to pay our check (I literally went to the front desk to try and pay. They didn’t let me and I had to talk to three people to pay my bill, because they made an error), resulting in a total of 3 hours for our dinner experience.The food was… average and came out kind of cold. They didn’t have half of what I wanted (e.g Steak Frites), but I’ll chalk that up to Restaurant Week. I don’t recommend the chicken and the beef tartare was the best thing of the night.The only saving grace was the atmosphere which was doing a lot of the work. The ambiance was dark and intimidate with some live music that filled the restaurant / bar. That was doing a lot of the work though.4/10 Less
Gotta tell ya the place is nice ...but the service was terrible.. .took 3hrs for a 3 course meal and the food was not hot arrival they even took for ever to bring the check and overcharged us for items we didn't order. Ruined my birthday dinner... More
Gotta tell ya the place is nice ...but the service was terrible.. .took 3hrs for a 3 course meal and the food was not hot arrival they even took for ever to bring the check and overcharged us for items we didn't order. Ruined my birthday dinner Less
I highly recommend this restaurant it was the first time for my wife and I on Saturday night. Although the food did take quite a bit of time our server Angelique made our experience seamless from start to finish. The food was amazing and the wine and Cocktails were excellent as well. We had the smoke show which is definitely worth trying and then our server had recommended an Italian wine that we... More
I highly recommend this restaurant it was the first time for my wife and I on Saturday night. Although the food did take quite a bit of time our server Angelique made our experience seamless from start to finish. The food was amazing and the wine and Cocktails were excellent as well. We had the smoke show which is definitely worth trying and then our server had recommended an Italian wine that we had never had and was delicious. Regardless of the weight the food was delicious andA service was impeccable. I highly recommend the restaurant and the server and I will be back for occasions and just another dinner it was an absolute pleasure Less
Good afternoon, I booked a reservation for my wife’s birthday. Jan 28th 7pmI paid with my Charge card to hold a table as required. 1 day before my wife birthday I received a text stating that my reservation is canceled due to winter hours. Not once I received an apology call nor my money back. I believe it was 50.00.That situation left me scrambling for a new dining experience. Sad! I will like m... More
Good afternoon, I booked a reservation for my wife’s birthday. Jan 28th 7pmI paid with my Charge card to hold a table as required. 1 day before my wife birthday I received a text stating that my reservation is canceled due to winter hours. Not once I received an apology call nor my money back. I believe it was 50.00.That situation left me scrambling for a new dining experience. Sad! I will like my 50.00 back please & thank you!I’ve called this restaurant and left a voicemail. MANY TIMES. NO RETURN CALL. SAD!Can I get someone to call me please. Less
I celebrated my birthday at this restaurant & it was extremely disappointing considering how much we spent. The waiter wished me a happy birthday & that was the end of that. No celebration. Not even a lousy scoop of ice cream with a candle in it. Womp womp... More
I celebrated my birthday at this restaurant & it was extremely disappointing considering how much we spent. The waiter wished me a happy birthday & that was the end of that. No celebration. Not even a lousy scoop of ice cream with a candle in it. Womp womp Less
Music was way too loud, bongos were heavy. Couldn't hear person next to me. Steaks were overcooked. Tone done the music and err on the side of undercooking your steaks.... More
Music was way too loud, bongos were heavy. Couldn't hear person next to me. Steaks were overcooked. Tone done the music and err on the side of undercooking your steaks. Less
Stay Away! Had reservations 2 weekends ago for 6:30 and after being seated we were told if one of us ordered off the restaurant week menu we ALL had to. Well, there goes the option of ordering a steak. Anyway, our table of 6 ordered around 7pm and I kid you not, the food came out at 8:30. The manager came over and offered us a drink or the option for him to remove his clothes. The food was medioc... More
Stay Away! Had reservations 2 weekends ago for 6:30 and after being seated we were told if one of us ordered off the restaurant week menu we ALL had to. Well, there goes the option of ordering a steak. Anyway, our table of 6 ordered around 7pm and I kid you not, the food came out at 8:30. The manager came over and offered us a drink or the option for him to remove his clothes. The food was mediocre (I had the chicken) Tiny portion and flavor was just ok. They brought our dessert out 20 minutes after we finished and by then everyone either didnt want it or took it to go. Wont be going back Less
Went last night for restaurant week. The service was so slow. The food was cold and the portions were very tiny. The drinks were great but don’t think the overall experience was worth the price. Unfortunately.... More
Went last night for restaurant week. The service was so slow. The food was cold and the portions were very tiny. The drinks were great but don’t think the overall experience was worth the price. Unfortunately. Less
Divan is amazing! The food is delicious, the service, the ambiance… it is everything.From the beautiful interior and table linens and knowledgeable wait staff to the love music and gorgeous clientele, Divan is a top tier experience.If you have not dined at Divan yet, make your reservation today!... More
Divan is amazing! The food is delicious, the service, the ambiance… it is everything.From the beautiful interior and table linens and knowledgeable wait staff to the love music and gorgeous clientele, Divan is a top tier experience.If you have not dined at Divan yet, make your reservation today! Less
The absolute worst experience I was sat at 7:45 and at 9:00 I still have not gotten any food what a way to ruin date night. Food finally came at 9:13 and was over cooked and plated poorly. When I asked for a manager the manager never showed up this is the worst place I ever been to.... More
The absolute worst experience I was sat at 7:45 and at 9:00 I still have not gotten any food what a way to ruin date night. Food finally came at 9:13 and was over cooked and plated poorly. When I asked for a manager the manager never showed up this is the worst place I ever been to. Less
This is a unique, experiential steakhouse in River North with a huge, open dining room. The basement has a private dining room available for renting out and we’re working on a second floor event space as well. I highly recommend the charred oysters and the duck egg rolls. Both were amazing! Parking is difficult, of course, but it’s worth stopping by!... More
This is a unique, experiential steakhouse in River North with a huge, open dining room. The basement has a private dining room available for renting out and we’re working on a second floor event space as well. I highly recommend the charred oysters and the duck egg rolls. Both were amazing! Parking is difficult, of course, but it’s worth stopping by! Less
I was really excited to celebrate our anniversary at this restaurant, but unfortunately, the experience was disappointing. We arrived 10 minutes before our 9 PM reservation, only to be told by a rude hostess they were running behind and we'd be seated shortly. However, we didn't get seated until 10:14 PM--over an hour after our reservation time. There was no communication or updates about the del... More
I was really excited to celebrate our anniversary at this restaurant, but unfortunately, the experience was disappointing. We arrived 10 minutes before our 9 PM reservation, only to be told by a rude hostess they were running behind and we'd be seated shortly. However, we didn't get seated until 10:14 PM--over an hour after our reservation time. There was no communication or updates about the delay, which was incredibly frustrating. Once seated, we waited another 30 minutes before our order was taken and another 30-40 minutes for our food to arrive. The restaurant has the potential for a great ambiance, but the service was terrible, and the food was underwhelming. Everyone in our party ordered ribeye steaks, which tasted like plain, unseasoned meat. The mac and cheese was no better--reminiscent of boxed Kraft. The whipped mashed potatoes, however, were surprisingly good. The waiter forgot to box the remainder of my steak and said that he thought I was done with it and trashed it- so, yet another loss. We skipped dessert since every request seemed to take at least 45 minutes. On the bright side, the drinks were excellent, especially their signature lemon drop with elderflower. Overall, the experience felt like a huge waste of time. Poor service and mediocre food overshadowed any positives. Less
TERRIBLE!!!! Went last night for a birthday the wait in between each course from drinks to salad to main to dessert then check was 30-45 mins each we arrived there at 7:00 pm it was 10:40 pm when we were finally released it was horrible we felt we were being held hostage and the food was not even hot when it arrived it was lukewarm like it was under a heating lamp then to top everything off ther... More
TERRIBLE!!!! Went last night for a birthday the wait in between each course from drinks to salad to main to dessert then check was 30-45 mins each we arrived there at 7:00 pm it was 10:40 pm when we were finally released it was horrible we felt we were being held hostage and the food was not even hot when it arrived it was lukewarm like it was under a heating lamp then to top everything off there were at least 3 items we didn’t order added to our check when we brought it to the server attention he acted like he had not clue how they were added to the bill he removed 2 but when we got home and looked over the check again there still was one item on our check that we didn’t order it’s ridiculous NEVER 👎🏾 Again and it’s not CHEAP as info Less
Fantastic atmosphere. Excellent service. And the food was outstanding. A new favorite in Chicago.
My hubby took me here and surprised me with a couple of close friends for my birthday. We had an amazing time. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was everything. Live music was so on point. The waiter was amazing! The food and drinks were amazing!! Now, the prices were definitely a splurge. Hubby refused to let me see the bill, Lol. Other than that, it looked like everyone in the restau... More
My hubby took me here and surprised me with a couple of close friends for my birthday. We had an amazing time. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was everything. Live music was so on point. The waiter was amazing! The food and drinks were amazing!! Now, the prices were definitely a splurge. Hubby refused to let me see the bill, Lol. Other than that, it looked like everyone in the restaurant was enjoying their night. Will definitely go back. Also, we had an opportunity to meet and hold a conversation with the two owners on our way out. Great guys, friendly and welcoming!! Less
The service and hospitality was great! Especially the server shark who served us in the private room for a birthday. Great food, great service and hard working workers... More
The service and hospitality was great! Especially the server shark who served us in the private room for a birthday. Great food, great service and hard working workers Less
We had a great time here celebrating a birthday dinner! The server Shark took care of us and made sure we had a great time in the private dining wine cellar! The restaurant had a great ambiance... More
We had a great time here celebrating a birthday dinner! The server Shark took care of us and made sure we had a great time in the private dining wine cellar! The restaurant had a great ambiance Less
Amazing cuisine and ambiance.
Mixed and confused. Could tell the food had great flavor but many of our dishes came out cold. Server was odd to say the least. Took 30-40 minutes to get drinks we ordered and had to ask several times. In some cases she never brought things out. Ambiance is beautiful and calming inside. I’d be willing to try again. Maybe a bad server and they need to work on their timing. I’d rather have food com... More
Mixed and confused. Could tell the food had great flavor but many of our dishes came out cold. Server was odd to say the least. Took 30-40 minutes to get drinks we ordered and had to ask several times. In some cases she never brought things out. Ambiance is beautiful and calming inside. I’d be willing to try again. Maybe a bad server and they need to work on their timing. I’d rather have food come out as prepped than have cold steak and pasta. Many of our drinks tasted like flavored water as well…very watered down and lacking in flavor. Less
I really wanted to love this place! The vibe at Divan is absolutely beautiful - they have this amazing live piano player/singer and the whole atmosphere with the lighting is just perfect for a special night out. My husband and I were so excited since we hadn't had a date night in months. Started off great with drinks, but things went downhill when our main courses arrived. My husband's fried shr... More
I really wanted to love this place! The vibe at Divan is absolutely beautiful - they have this amazing live piano player/singer and the whole atmosphere with the lighting is just perfect for a special night out. My husband and I were so excited since we hadn't had a date night in months. Started off great with drinks, but things went downhill when our main courses arrived. My husband's fried shrimp had this really strong, off-putting seafood taste (like it wasn't cleaned properly), and my half chicken... honestly, it tasted weirdly raw and was barely seasoned. It was pretty unsettling. Here's the thing - when you're spending over $300 (with tip) on dinner, you expect the food to match the atmosphere. Such a letdown, especially since we picked this place for our first date night in forever. If you're thinking of going, maybe stick to drinks and take in the gorgeous ambiance. The piano music alone is worth experiencing! But I honestly can't recommend the food, which breaks my heart because the place is so beautiful. Props for the amazing atmosphere, but the kitchen needs some serious work. 😕 Less
Went for my birthday! I have some conflicting thoughts but overall I enjoyed myself. Here’s some notes: Food: the food was good but not really worth the price, in my opinion. I’m new to caviar so I wanted to try out some of their standout dishes, like the jamon and caviar bites and the caviar pasta. Both had ostera caviar I believe. The caviar itself was fine, buttery and melts in your mouth wit... More
Went for my birthday! I have some conflicting thoughts but overall I enjoyed myself. Here’s some notes: Food: the food was good but not really worth the price, in my opinion. I’m new to caviar so I wanted to try out some of their standout dishes, like the jamon and caviar bites and the caviar pasta. Both had ostera caviar I believe. The caviar itself was fine, buttery and melts in your mouth with a hint of ocean. However with the ham bite I wasn’t impressed. The caviar pasta was very good I liked the lemon cream sauce with the caviar, even tho the caviar wasn’t strong in flavor I think it balances well. However for $75 I feel like you could skip this if you’re not a huge caviar fan. The French onion soup wasn’t the best. We sent it back. 7/10 Drinks: They did offer a nice welcome lemon drop cocktail which we enjoyed, and offered a zero proof alternative for those not drinking. 8/10 Dessert: The baked Alaska was my favorite dish and I’d come back for that alone, I enjoyed the presentation and the berry chocolate cake inside was great with the ice cream and meringue. 10/10 Ambiance: The best part was the live music, it made for a great ambiance. Overall I feel like this steakhouse is attempting to be a white table cloth dining experience that isn’t so pretentious and they achieved that, it’s a bit more casual than fine dining but the prices are a little high in my opinion, although not unexpected. 9/10 Service: our server was nice, he didn’t explain the menu, any of the items or give suggestions. He seemed a bit spread thin because we didn’t see him much and it took a while for us to order and get our food. We sat down at 6 pm and didn’t get our check until 9 pm so it felt longer than necessary to get all our food and finish eating. There also wasn’t many people there when we sat down so for it to take so long for the food was unexpected. But overall I’d give the service a 7/10 Overall experience 8.2/10 but I don’t see myself returning any time soon Less
A great place to visit on a date. Nice atmosphere. Great live music to listen as you dine.
Maybe the excitement NYE 2025 was a taste too much for Divan’s but everything fell well below expectation, which is unfortunate. Everything we ordered arrived late, cold or completely forgotten. My party of 6 had a 9:00pm seating and the overly salty salad finally arrived 10:35pm with the news that they were out of oysters. The drinks were the best thing about the meal as the food was ice cold o... More
Maybe the excitement NYE 2025 was a taste too much for Divan’s but everything fell well below expectation, which is unfortunate. Everything we ordered arrived late, cold or completely forgotten. My party of 6 had a 9:00pm seating and the overly salty salad finally arrived 10:35pm with the news that they were out of oysters. The drinks were the best thing about the meal as the food was ice cold on arrival at about 10:50pm. We were rarely engaged by staff and the over powering scent of burning sage would occasionally assault your nose while we waited for the coldest meal I’ve ever had. Our server started off strong, but as the service continued, their frustrations became visible and noticeable to all in my party. The singer who performed during our arrival was lovely, the obnoxious saxophonist was not! Also, I felt like the service staff had no organization and entering and exciting the restaurant felt like a hazard. Portions were meh, the caviar pasta was bland, and the fries were hot (arrived late) but were the little bits of fries you get at the bottom of the bag of frozen fries! Too expensive to not have been better! I lied, the Brussel sprouts were both yummy and warm on arrival but THATS IT! The rest of the food was ice cold! The doorman was perfection and the hostesses were a taste rude! Would not recommend! Just not worth the money for the cold food, mediocre service Less
Unfortunately I can't give this place no starts because that is truly what is deserved. We pre planned our new years eve dinner and count down here and it was by far the worst experience ever. Service negative stars, appetizers tasted horrible they had things on the menu that they did not even have. All of our food came out cold so after 3x sending it back we all decided to get up and leave but n... More
Unfortunately I can't give this place no starts because that is truly what is deserved. We pre planned our new years eve dinner and count down here and it was by far the worst experience ever. Service negative stars, appetizers tasted horrible they had things on the menu that they did not even have. All of our food came out cold so after 3x sending it back we all decided to get up and leave but not till we had to pay the huge bill for apps and drinks. Be aware going here you will leave hungry and broke Less
My husband and I made reservations on NYE at 9:45. The place is beautifully decorated and the vibe was right for NYE. We arrived at 10 due to traffic We were seated at 10:30 pm We ordered at 10:45 pm Pros: Appetizers & Drinks arrived quickly, they give you a welcome drink, their version of a lemon drop which is very good. Our salads were great. Our server was great, knowledgeable of the menu an... More
My husband and I made reservations on NYE at 9:45. The place is beautifully decorated and the vibe was right for NYE. We arrived at 10 due to traffic We were seated at 10:30 pm We ordered at 10:45 pm Pros: Appetizers & Drinks arrived quickly, they give you a welcome drink, their version of a lemon drop which is very good. Our salads were great. Our server was great, knowledgeable of the menu and very attentive. My food was delicious. The server went above and beyond to accommodate us because the food was taking so long. He brought two complimentary cocktails & offered dessert on the house. 4 stars because of him….I can’t remember his name, but he was great, African American, down to earth, made us feel comfortable. They gave us New Year’s hats and all of the other guests around us made for a good time!! The saxophone player was a bit loud, but it was NYE so nothing to complain about, he was an excellent musician and the life of the party! Cons: Food took 2 hours: We didn’t get our food until 12:40 pm… I ordered the steak frites, medium but it was prepared medium well. (It was delicious though and seasoned well and was very enjoyable.) My husband had the fried shrimp and pasta. His shrimp was overcooked so he sent it back & the pasta was like two spoonfulls…like a garnish or an afterthought which was disappointing. He didn’t want to order anything else due to the long wait time. I feel like for the price point & vibe that they need to work on some logistics so that everything is done in a timely manner. When you pay upscale prices, you expect reasonable wait times and food prepared to perfection. I appreciated that our waiter took a few things off the bill to accommodate the issues so he should definitely be promoted or given a raise for being superb. I think Divan underestimated what’d it take to prepare food for a packed house on NYE, so hire more cooks or work on the logistics. No guest should ever wait two hours to eat. I’d love to give it another try on a normal day. Less
Updated review: The manager reached out via email regarding my review and asked me to come back. I followed up with him three times to see about coming back and heard nothing :( My honest and true review of Divan! I was so excited to try this restaurant after receiving a recommendation from a friend. What I loved: - Customer Service (the waiter, Mark/Marcus) was so pleasant, friendly, and extre... More
Updated review: The manager reached out via email regarding my review and asked me to come back. I followed up with him three times to see about coming back and heard nothing :( My honest and true review of Divan! I was so excited to try this restaurant after receiving a recommendation from a friend. What I loved: - Customer Service (the waiter, Mark/Marcus) was so pleasant, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable of the menu. - The welcome cocktail! We were treated with a complimentary lemon drop and it was so tasty. - Wait time for food. I see a lot of people complaining for the food wait time but ours came out immediately (even before our drinks). What I thought could improve: - We went for “Happy Hour” but made it at 6:15. We weren’t offered a HH menu but we knew we were late so we didn’t bother, but this option was also not mentioned to us either. - We stayed until 7:45 waiting for the live music only to be informed they weren’t coming on until 8:30. I wish this information would had been easily visible somewhere! - The food wasn’t spectacular, but it was okay! My friend and I slightly enjoyed our meal. - Our cocktails came out way later than our food which was a bummer, but we’re still able to drink and chat after our meals. I would love to give Divan a try again, but just maybe not in the near future. Our server was amazing though! EDIT: Photos are screenshots from videos :) Less
Scheduled an evening for my friend’s birthday dinner. Made restaurant aware of the birthday occasion on the reservation. Called the day of the dinner to confirm the birthday arrangements and accommodations needed. When the birthday guest arrived a little before I did, she also let the staff know it was her birthday. These are 3 separate reminders. Fast forward to us being seated and the service. ... More
Scheduled an evening for my friend’s birthday dinner. Made restaurant aware of the birthday occasion on the reservation. Called the day of the dinner to confirm the birthday arrangements and accommodations needed. When the birthday guest arrived a little before I did, she also let the staff know it was her birthday. These are 3 separate reminders. Fast forward to us being seated and the service. The lady who looks like Sandra Bullock in Miss Congeniality started off ok, although she was a little snippy. Asked jokingly if the crab meat was authentic to decide if I wanted to add it and she rudely answered “well look around. This is not that kind of place. I don’t know where you go, but we don’t do that.” Although she rubbed me the wrong way, I ignored the comment to focus on the celebrant. Once again, we reminded the server of the occasion being her birthday. We ordered and she asked “is that all?” and then when we answered yes, she quickly left and said our drinks would be up soon. Fast forward, about 10 minutes later, we could tell a huge presence entered the restaurant and sat right at the table next to us with 2 others. All of a sudden, all of the staff, including Sandra Bullock, came out one by one to greet that guest and hug her, which let us know they all knew her. From here on out, the attention shifted from everyone to this specific table. They pulled out the works for that guest, breaking out this large pepper cracker and rushed out drinks and food for them. We didn’t even get offered complimentary bread, which we didn’t even know was an option until we saw how this table was being treated. Our server completely forgot about us and stayed at the table next to us making small talk and socializing with them. She Ignored us and was at that table next to us practically all evening. We tried to flag her down several times for services, ie for salt and pepper for the bland pasta, to order something else as we were not pleased, etc, and her attention was elsewhere. We finally caught her attention after several attempts and asked for a dessert menu, and I had to stop her from walking away so quickly after dropping it off, to remind her of my friends birthday again and if something can be done with the dessert. My friend also asked her who the lady next to us was and that’s when she shared she was the owner. Fast forward, dessert was brought out with no fanfare, no birthday pizazz or care in the world. They just plopped it on the table. Not only did Sandra Bullock not care, she placed the dessert on the bill AND charged a 20% “service fee” for not doing a THING. I had to inquire about the meaning of the service fee for her to share it was basically gratuity. Meaning she would have taken a tip TWICE for not doing a thing if I had not asked. My friend was so defeated and did not enjoy her birthday here at all. The ambiance itself is beautiful but if you are not the owner, or you go on a night when the owner shows up as a guest, you will be treated like chopped liver. Luckily we saw a cocktail place directly across the street called Dearly Beloved and decided to go in for some drinks. Dearly Beloved was phenomenal and picked up Divan’s slack. Dearly Beloved gave my friend a drink on the house and brought her a cake with a sparkler in it, even though their kitchen was closed! Neither placed on the bill. That is service and care. And their menu was actually reasonable and flavorful. I would suggest walk a few more steps and go there for a beautiful ambiance AND service. So disappointed in Divan. Less
Visited Divan for my birthday last week. Beautiful atmosphere! Great service and drinks! Food was not desirable. I would say join them for happy hour only.... More
Visited Divan for my birthday last week. Beautiful atmosphere! Great service and drinks! Food was not desirable. I would say join them for happy hour only. Less
If you're looking for a trendy and a lively atmosphere with a good vibe, I highly recommend checking this out. You can indulge in fine dining or enjoy a cocktail in a stylish and sophisticated setting, complete with a live DJ and captivating music entertainment. Excellent spot for groups or a date that guarantees smiles! 5 💫... More
If you're looking for a trendy and a lively atmosphere with a good vibe, I highly recommend checking this out. You can indulge in fine dining or enjoy a cocktail in a stylish and sophisticated setting, complete with a live DJ and captivating music entertainment. Excellent spot for groups or a date that guarantees smiles! 5 💫 Less
We arrived at 9:30 PM. The live music was louder than I would’ve liked so we couldn’t hear the waiter very well. Cocktail menu was solid. oyster rockafeller were good. The rest was not so good, the burger was over seasoned and overcooked, serious disappointment. Service was inattentive, waited 25 minutes for entrées. Overall, not going back.... More
We arrived at 9:30 PM. The live music was louder than I would’ve liked so we couldn’t hear the waiter very well. Cocktail menu was solid. oyster rockafeller were good. The rest was not so good, the burger was over seasoned and overcooked, serious disappointment. Service was inattentive, waited 25 minutes for entrées. Overall, not going back. Less
Jesus was amazing!!! First time here and it was great! Jesus went through the drinks apps and main menu with us and recommended Amazing food! Will come again! Ask for him!... More
Jesus was amazing!!! First time here and it was great! Jesus went through the drinks apps and main menu with us and recommended Amazing food! Will come again! Ask for him! Less
Divan came highly recommended by a friend, and I am so pleased with our dining experience! I brought my mother and sister for dinner after our Saturday theater outing, and it was the perfect ending to our day. We were warmly greeted at the front desk and promptly taken to our table. The restaurant is very spacious (unlike many other stuffy restaurants in this area) and the low-noise ambiance is g... More
Divan came highly recommended by a friend, and I am so pleased with our dining experience! I brought my mother and sister for dinner after our Saturday theater outing, and it was the perfect ending to our day. We were warmly greeted at the front desk and promptly taken to our table. The restaurant is very spacious (unlike many other stuffy restaurants in this area) and the low-noise ambiance is great for intimate conversations. The space is tastefully decorated including the bar display. Our server was very neat, friendly, and attentive. We started with the beet carpaccio, chicken and duck liver paté. Both very fresh and flavorful. For our mains we ordered the salmon, the homemade stuffed pasta with crab, and the wagyu steak and fries. All were cooked to perfection and presentation was very appealing. We ended our night with the chocolate cake which was very rich and decadent. Overall a wonderful experience! Will be back again to experience the live music next time. A hidden gem! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Less
I love this restaurant. Got a chance to experience their brunch menu and I was completely satisfied! I love breaded shrimp and they served that with my Grits! I’m in love!! The food took 20 to 30 minutes but hey made to order takes time if you want fast and heated food maybe McDonald’s is for you! This chef is the best! I will be attending dinner soon! I also tasted their chicken tenders than... More
I love this restaurant. Got a chance to experience their brunch menu and I was completely satisfied! I love breaded shrimp and they served that with my Grits! I’m in love!! The food took 20 to 30 minutes but hey made to order takes time if you want fast and heated food maybe McDonald’s is for you! This chef is the best! I will be attending dinner soon! I also tasted their chicken tenders thanks to friends I dined with! OMG the flavor was on it! Yes!!! The waiter was informative and attentive. Nice and classy atmosphere Less
My friends, I’ve visited many a steakhouse here in Chicago but rarely do I have an experience as beautiful and enriching as this one. Jesus was our server tonight and very surprisingly, it was also his first day at this restaurant. Not only did he behave like a well seasoned expert on the menu, he was extremely responsive and his recommendations were exquisite. 10/10. Would recommend Divan to a... More
My friends, I’ve visited many a steakhouse here in Chicago but rarely do I have an experience as beautiful and enriching as this one. Jesus was our server tonight and very surprisingly, it was also his first day at this restaurant. Not only did he behave like a well seasoned expert on the menu, he was extremely responsive and his recommendations were exquisite. 10/10. Would recommend Divan to anyone who loves to have an excellent night with an excellent atmosphere complete with top notch service. Thank you, Jesus! Less
Delicious food, great atmosphere, the GM Anthony was very sweet and made sure me and my family were well taken care of, and our server Shark was fantastic.... More
Delicious food, great atmosphere, the GM Anthony was very sweet and made sure me and my family were well taken care of, and our server Shark was fantastic. Less
Food was fine, singer was great. Waiter lost our credit card while processing payment. Said they would reach out with update within a couple of days. Had $600 fraud charges on my card within 2 days. No one ever reached out. Don’t plan on going back.... More
Food was fine, singer was great. Waiter lost our credit card while processing payment. Said they would reach out with update within a couple of days. Had $600 fraud charges on my card within 2 days. No one ever reached out. Don’t plan on going back. Less
I recently dined at Divan and had an exceptional experience. The prime ribeye was cooked to perfection, tender, and full of flavor. The French onion soup was equally impressive, rich and savory. The service was top-notch, with attentive and friendly staff who made the meal even more enjoyable. The ambience of the restaurant was delightful, creating a perfect setting for a memorable evening. I hig... More
I recently dined at Divan and had an exceptional experience. The prime ribeye was cooked to perfection, tender, and full of flavor. The French onion soup was equally impressive, rich and savory. The service was top-notch, with attentive and friendly staff who made the meal even more enjoyable. The ambience of the restaurant was delightful, creating a perfect setting for a memorable evening. I highly recommend Divan to anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience. Less
Phenomenal Steak and Exceptional Service! Divan Steakhouse in Chicago is nothing short of spectacular! From the moment you walk in, the ambiance is warm and inviting, setting the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. The steak was cooked to perfection—juicy, tender, and full of flavor. The menu offers a variety of cuts and options that cater to every preference, and the sides were just ... More
Phenomenal Steak and Exceptional Service! Divan Steakhouse in Chicago is nothing short of spectacular! From the moment you walk in, the ambiance is warm and inviting, setting the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. The steak was cooked to perfection—juicy, tender, and full of flavor. The menu offers a variety of cuts and options that cater to every preference, and the sides were just as impressive. I highly recommend the truffle mashed potatoes and the roasted Brussels sprouts—absolutely divine! What truly sets Divan apart, though, is the impeccable service. The staff was attentive without being intrusive, knowledgeable about the menu, and made excellent recommendations. You can tell they genuinely care about ensuring each guest has a wonderful time. If you’re in Chicago and looking for a top-tier steakhouse, Divan is a must-visit. Whether it’s for a special occasion or just a night out, this place delivers on all fronts. Can’t wait to come back! Less
Gorgeous space and very friendly and helpful staffs. We had crab cakes, beef tartare and the bacon chops. Everything was well prepared and delicious. Baked Alaska was a fun dessert. It was fire (literally)... More
Gorgeous space and very friendly and helpful staffs. We had crab cakes, beef tartare and the bacon chops. Everything was well prepared and delicious. Baked Alaska was a fun dessert. It was fire (literally) Less
We came in as a group of 6 and had a fantastic time. We got the jamon & caviar, lamb chop, ribeye, mashed potatoes, and oysters. They were all very good - portion sizes are a little small but the quality of the food is top notch. They had live music on Saturday night at 8:30 pm and she was wonderful.... More
We came in as a group of 6 and had a fantastic time. We got the jamon & caviar, lamb chop, ribeye, mashed potatoes, and oysters. They were all very good - portion sizes are a little small but the quality of the food is top notch. They had live music on Saturday night at 8:30 pm and she was wonderful. Less
Perfect restaurant.
Amazing service, DELICIOUS food, and upscale gorgeous atmosphere. 100/10 you NEED to come here!
Had my birthday dinner on the mezzanine level & everything was spot on. From the service to the food, and I can't forget the live music, it really made for a perfect start to my birthday weekend. Would highly recommend!... More
Had my birthday dinner on the mezzanine level & everything was spot on. From the service to the food, and I can't forget the live music, it really made for a perfect start to my birthday weekend. Would highly recommend! Less
Derrick was awesome and made our experience that much more enjoyable. 5 stars
we kicked things off with a welcome elderflower lemon drop martini, the something flashy, and then some mimosas for the table with different juices. For the food we started off with a dozen of the their east coast oysters. these came with cocktail sauce, and champagne mignonette. The oysters went beautifully with the champagne. The gravlox platter had housecured king salmon, and I really liked th... More
we kicked things off with a welcome elderflower lemon drop martini, the something flashy, and then some mimosas for the table with different juices. For the food we started off with a dozen of the their east coast oysters. these came with cocktail sauce, and champagne mignonette. The oysters went beautifully with the champagne. The gravlox platter had housecured king salmon, and I really liked this but I think this should come with an extra bagel and cream cheese because there is a lot of lox left over after the distribution of toppings. We also ordered the fresh fruit to balance out the carbs and protein in the meal. Now, I have never tried a french omelette like this, we adding caviar, king crab, and potato crunch. I really thought this was a great omelette, pricey, but fun to do it if you want to. For dessert, we split the blueberry roll, it was buttery and flaky. Less
The ambiance is great. Great live music. However, CHECK YOUR BANK STATEMENT after visiting this restaurant. I went to Divan for an event and I had gotten two drinks. The first one was exactly the wine I ordered. The second glass was wrong, when I tried to send it back the server told me it couldn’t be wrong. It definitely was. Then all of a sudden she told me that they were sold out of that wine,... More
The ambiance is great. Great live music. However, CHECK YOUR BANK STATEMENT after visiting this restaurant. I went to Divan for an event and I had gotten two drinks. The first one was exactly the wine I ordered. The second glass was wrong, when I tried to send it back the server told me it couldn’t be wrong. It definitely was. Then all of a sudden she told me that they were sold out of that wine, it seemed like she just didn’t want to take it back. Anyways, when I paid for the second drink (the first one was free with the event), I guess she didn’t like the tip amount I left because I got an email from my credit card company asking if I had authorized a 108% tip on my tab. I had NOT. I’ve never had anything like this happen before but want to warn everyone to make sure they check that statement amount after visiting Divan. Less
Had the most hospitable brunch experience with my friends at Divan this weekend. The food, especially the seafood tower, was incredible. Don’t skip out on the baked goods! The presentation and selection of drinks was also phenomenal. I love the smoke show and the presentation of the drink! Highly recommend for those who are looking for fun videos to take of drinks around the city. I also really l... More
Had the most hospitable brunch experience with my friends at Divan this weekend. The food, especially the seafood tower, was incredible. Don’t skip out on the baked goods! The presentation and selection of drinks was also phenomenal. I love the smoke show and the presentation of the drink! Highly recommend for those who are looking for fun videos to take of drinks around the city. I also really like their Bloody Mary. Our server Kris made the experience that much better. He was very familiar with the menu and provided the best recs to cater to each of our food tastes. He was extremely friendly and made our time at Divan a wonderful one. We also got to meet the manager Tony who was also very hospitable and made us feel at home at Divan. Definitely recommend for the ultimate brunch experience! Less
Very grown up environment. Definitely a date night spot. The server was amazing his name was Wolf. I look forward to coming back for brunch. The chicken strips with caviar on top!!! That’s the message! 🤩✅... More
Very grown up environment. Definitely a date night spot. The server was amazing his name was Wolf. I look forward to coming back for brunch. The chicken strips with caviar on top!!! That’s the message! 🤩✅ Less
Amazing brunch! Beautiful atmosphere, incredible food, 10/10 recommend! Request Kris as your server and be sure to say hello to Tony!
An excellent restaurant for dinner with friends and family or as a date night. The food is wonderful with steak, seafood and vegan options. The service is perfect. Live music around 8:30pm.... More
An excellent restaurant for dinner with friends and family or as a date night. The food is wonderful with steak, seafood and vegan options. The service is perfect. Live music around 8:30pm. Less
The night was fantastic from the seafood tower appetizer to the filet mignon dinner. You’d think the live entertainment would have been the highlight of the night, but it was really the service from our amazing server Wolf! I would recommend asking for his section if you can, though everyone at Divan was personable and attentive. He was a shining star of above-and-beyond care especially for my co... More
The night was fantastic from the seafood tower appetizer to the filet mignon dinner. You’d think the live entertainment would have been the highlight of the night, but it was really the service from our amazing server Wolf! I would recommend asking for his section if you can, though everyone at Divan was personable and attentive. He was a shining star of above-and-beyond care especially for my complicated allergy needs! We will definitely be back. Less
Friends and I went for a girls night out, and wasn’t disappointed. Our server was a woman with the name shark , she greeted us with a welcome drink then sold us on the all that glitters. Food amazing , band amazing , restaurant gorgeous. Can’t wait to bring the hubby .... More
Friends and I went for a girls night out, and wasn’t disappointed. Our server was a woman with the name shark , she greeted us with a welcome drink then sold us on the all that glitters. Food amazing , band amazing , restaurant gorgeous. Can’t wait to bring the hubby . Less
This place is absolutely top tier! The food, the staff, and the atmosphere, make Divan an exquisite dinning experience! Everything on the menu is packed with amazing flavor! I will definitely be returning to this establishment! 10/10 recommend! Also I’m not sure if it was the night I went, but the house music playlist that they had playing on Wednesday night was insanely good!... More
This place is absolutely top tier! The food, the staff, and the atmosphere, make Divan an exquisite dinning experience! Everything on the menu is packed with amazing flavor! I will definitely be returning to this establishment! 10/10 recommend! Also I’m not sure if it was the night I went, but the house music playlist that they had playing on Wednesday night was insanely good! Less
Best service in Chicago, best food, best experience. Everything is perfect
amazing service, and amazing people
Always a wonderful experience with the great staff and live music. The menu has a great mix of options and everything has been delicious I've ever tried!! Can't wait to keep coming back... More
Always a wonderful experience with the great staff and live music. The menu has a great mix of options and everything has been delicious I've ever tried!! Can't wait to keep coming back Less
Excellent, delicious food, cozy atmosphere, drinks as a show. Highly recommend.
Great live music, amazing service, and the food is great!
Had a great time at Divan! The live music was such a fun touch to the space. Thank you Kris for having us and taking such good care of us!
Came out to the brunch opening. The food and the vibe in Divan was ideal for brunch. My family and I loved it. Kris had invited us in and did not disappoint with the service and performance that Divan put up! Really cannot wait to return but for dinner.... More
Came out to the brunch opening. The food and the vibe in Divan was ideal for brunch. My family and I loved it. Kris had invited us in and did not disappoint with the service and performance that Divan put up! Really cannot wait to return but for dinner. Less
Came out on a solo date last week and had a great time! The atmosphere, the music, and Kris, who was my server, made everything perfect. Also, some of the best seafood I’ve had was served to me that night!... More
Came out on a solo date last week and had a great time! The atmosphere, the music, and Kris, who was my server, made everything perfect. Also, some of the best seafood I’ve had was served to me that night! Less
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Divan and I must say, it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The moment we walked in, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality, setting the tone for the evening. Our server, Kris, was simply fantastic. They were attentive without being intrusive, and their knowledge of the menu was impressive. Kris made excellent recommendations that tr... More
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Divan and I must say, it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The moment we walked in, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality, setting the tone for the evening. Our server, Kris, was simply fantastic. They were attentive without being intrusive, and their knowledge of the menu was impressive. Kris made excellent recommendations that truly enhanced our meal, showcasing a genuine passion for the food. Now, onto the food: I had the chance to try three standout dishes: the strawberry French toast, steak and eggs, and breakfast pizza, and each was a delightful experience. **Strawberry French Toast**: This dish was a true treat. The thick slices of brioche were perfectly cooked, golden brown and fluffy. Topped with fresh strawberries and a dusting of powdered sugar, each bite was a sweet, indulgent start to the meal. The light drizzle of maple syrup complemented the flavors beautifully without overwhelming them. **Steak and Eggs**: A classic done right. The steak was cooked to perfection, juicy and flavorful, with a nice sear on the outside. Paired with perfectly scrambled eggs, it created a satisfying and hearty combination. The addition of crispy hash browns on the side added the perfect crunch and made this dish feel like a fulfilling breakfast. **Breakfast Pizza**: This unique offering was a standout. The crust was thin and crispy, topped with gooey cheese, fresh vegetables, and a perfectly cooked egg in the center. Each bite was bursting with flavor, making it a great option for those looking for something different in the morning. Overall, each dish was thoughtfully prepared and delicious, showcasing a wonderful variety of breakfast options. I can’t wait to return and try more from the menu! Overall, the service we received from Kris, and the delicious food made for a memorable dining experience. I highly recommend Divan for anyone looking for exceptional food and service. I can’t wait to return! Less
Friends and I came for their first brunch and I can say they exceeded my expectations. Definitely request Kris to take care of you, outstanding hospitality with great recommendations. Must try their pastries!... More
Friends and I came for their first brunch and I can say they exceeded my expectations. Definitely request Kris to take care of you, outstanding hospitality with great recommendations. Must try their pastries! Less
Utterly spectacular food and service (ask for Trisha, she’s amazing).
This is an excellent restaurant! I had a filet and it was great! The cocktails were awesome too! The staff was very friendly.
Kris was a great server. The atmosphere was fantastic. The decor is stunning and the music is amazing.
Beautiful place, great music, and Kris was exceptional!
I came in a week ago for dinner and let me just say what a wonderful place Divan is. First off, all the cocktails we had upon our arrival were so fun and unique, especially the Maracuya which did it for me. Second, the dinner itself felt so well paced and the food tasted amazing. Our server, Kris, helped us with recommendations and made us feel so comfortable and at home during service. The live ... More
I came in a week ago for dinner and let me just say what a wonderful place Divan is. First off, all the cocktails we had upon our arrival were so fun and unique, especially the Maracuya which did it for me. Second, the dinner itself felt so well paced and the food tasted amazing. Our server, Kris, helped us with recommendations and made us feel so comfortable and at home during service. The live music on top of that was the perfect cherry on top. I will for sure be back! Less
My family came in for dinner and we had a great experience. The food tasted really fresh and drinks were tasty too. Kris was super helpful and went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed our evening. Definitely will be coming back soon!... More
My family came in for dinner and we had a great experience. The food tasted really fresh and drinks were tasty too. Kris was super helpful and went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed our evening. Definitely will be coming back soon! Less
Excellent food! Beautiful ambience. Terrific service. Will definitely go back!
Arrived at 5pm and sat at the bar. Person behind the bar gave us water immediately. He told us the bartender would be with us shortly. Bartender came by and gave us a drink menu. She then ignored us for at least 10 minutes until we called her over and said we were ready to order drinks. We were the only ones at the bar at this time. When she came over, It felt like we were putting her out beca... More
Arrived at 5pm and sat at the bar. Person behind the bar gave us water immediately. He told us the bartender would be with us shortly. Bartender came by and gave us a drink menu. She then ignored us for at least 10 minutes until we called her over and said we were ready to order drinks. We were the only ones at the bar at this time. When she came over, It felt like we were putting her out because she was preparing for the evening crowd. She did not smile or act like she wanted to be at the bar. Oysters were great but every other appetizer and dessert was nothing to remember. Less
What a great restaurant! Awesome vibe with good music and a great atmosphere. Everyone was so nice and accommodating, from the bartender to the waitress and bus boys! Great cosmopolitans on the happy hour menu and every dish was spectacular. I highly recommend the Mac n cheese, the house pasta and the shrimp! The mushrooms were also a hit! We will definitely be adding this to our dinner ro... More
What a great restaurant! Awesome vibe with good music and a great atmosphere. Everyone was so nice and accommodating, from the bartender to the waitress and bus boys! Great cosmopolitans on the happy hour menu and every dish was spectacular. I highly recommend the Mac n cheese, the house pasta and the shrimp! The mushrooms were also a hit! We will definitely be adding this to our dinner rotation. Less
I decided to celebrate my birthday here since it was new to the neighborhood, and the service was spectacular, the atmosphere was great! The live band was really good and a nice touch! We ordered the oysters and the crab cake for appetizers and the only the oyster were good, the crab cake was not much crab a lot of filling for $30. The drinks were good, we then ordered lamb chops and steak medium... More
I decided to celebrate my birthday here since it was new to the neighborhood, and the service was spectacular, the atmosphere was great! The live band was really good and a nice touch! We ordered the oysters and the crab cake for appetizers and the only the oyster were good, the crab cake was not much crab a lot of filling for $30. The drinks were good, we then ordered lamb chops and steak medium, both came out over cooked. We sent it back and it still lacked flavor and was just not that great, the wait time for the food is LONG too! The carrots were decent and Mashed potatoes were nothing special. The cake with a sparkler for your birthday was nice but the cake was dry. Overall, I would suggest only going to this place for drinks and an appetizer to start or end your night. The band is a sweet touch but the food is a huge NO! Less
Valet staff are rude. They also don’t have their own lot so they hold free street parking from local residents for valet. It’s ridiculous. The food is mid but the business is hard to support when you see their staff do shady business like that.... More
Valet staff are rude. They also don’t have their own lot so they hold free street parking from local residents for valet. It’s ridiculous. The food is mid but the business is hard to support when you see their staff do shady business like that. Less
The Good: The food was incredible, some really flavorful dishes. I'm obsessed with mac and cheese, and Bavette's used to be my favorite until now—Divan's mac and cheese is unbeatable. The steak and everything else on the menu were delicious; we didn't find a single dish we didn't like, which is rare for us when trying new restaurants. (Maybe amp up the fries though, they weren’t anything special... More
The Good: The food was incredible, some really flavorful dishes. I'm obsessed with mac and cheese, and Bavette's used to be my favorite until now—Divan's mac and cheese is unbeatable. The steak and everything else on the menu were delicious; we didn't find a single dish we didn't like, which is rare for us when trying new restaurants. (Maybe amp up the fries though, they weren’t anything special) The drinks were also excellent and well-balanced, with no complaints about the cocktails. The ambiance was lovely, tastefully decorated, and well-lit. I despise when it's too dark to read the menu and I have to pull out my phone flashlight like an obnoxious individual to read the menu, but Divan strikes the perfect balance of lighting while maintaining its unique moodiness. They also have a small stage for live music at a pleasant volume. Customer service was great as well. The Not So Good: Despite the stellar customer service, the wait times for food were too long. I appreciate a kitchen that takes its time to curate dishes, which might explain the deliciousness, but the wait times need improvement. Other restaurants in the city manage to deliver equally delicious food in half the time, so it's possible. Perhaps the restaurant is short-staffed, but the quick arrival of drinks helped with the wait. We planned to order dessert, but after waiting maybe 10+ minutes for the waiter to return after asking us if we wanted dessert, we became a tad frustrated and decided to skip dessert. When we received the bill, there was an admin fee. This is a rising thing in Chicago apparently, and I understand it's used to offset rising costs. However, patrons shouldn't bear the responsibility for a restaurant's inefficiencies. If we hadn't waited so long for our waiter to take our dessert order, we would have spent another $20-$40 more, easily covering this admin fee. The restaurant needs to improve efficiency and resolve these issues. Don't burden patrons with extra fees; tip culture and food costs are already out of control. If you must include an admin fee, be more transparent about it when booking online like other restaurants in the city. Just FYI to Divan management - what the admin fee really does is deduct money away from the server's tips. My partner deducted it from the tip, and I know others have done this also which really isn’t fair to the server. In summary, the food is worth the wait, but ensure you're not starving before you go as it takes some time to receive your food. Divan, fix these issues—you have something special here, don't ruin it. Less
Didn’t know what to expect when we showed up here on a Friday night at 10pm… but was blown away. Not only by how great the food + service + atmosphere but the live music. Don’t sleep on Divan this is a steakhouse that needs to rank better in chicago. The food was fantastic/steaks were great (much better than some Chicago’s staples), amazing sexy atmosphere, live music, attentive in tuned service…... More
Didn’t know what to expect when we showed up here on a Friday night at 10pm… but was blown away. Not only by how great the food + service + atmosphere but the live music. Don’t sleep on Divan this is a steakhouse that needs to rank better in chicago. The food was fantastic/steaks were great (much better than some Chicago’s staples), amazing sexy atmosphere, live music, attentive in tuned service… it’s 1:30am and I’m somehow motivated to write this before I go to bed…. Go here it’s awesome Ok after writing my review I read the other reviews especially the low ratings and had to come back to add this part: Damn boomers blasting this spot because the music is too LOUD?!? … this spot is a 4.7+ all day. Don’t listen to the (irony) noise. Chicago needs more places with live music like this. Let’s bring some NYC energy to this city ie like Divan. Less
I celebrate my birthday with my husband today. We ordered wagyu chefs cut and wagyu strip steak plus appetizers. The food was delicious, the waiter so nice to us. Also, he said that my dessert will be by the restaurant. But in the check I found my dessert and 4% admin fee. It’s not about the money, but I asked him about those fee. He said it’s a building insurance. It’s so weird. We had different... More
I celebrate my birthday with my husband today. We ordered wagyu chefs cut and wagyu strip steak plus appetizers. The food was delicious, the waiter so nice to us. Also, he said that my dessert will be by the restaurant. But in the check I found my dessert and 4% admin fee. It’s not about the money, but I asked him about those fee. He said it’s a building insurance. It’s so weird. We had different experiences with many restaurants in Chicago, other states and Europe. I never heard about “building insurance fee” in the check. My recommendation is to include those money in the food and don’t be ashamed by weird fees. Less
This place is trying to be high end and failing. I ordered the steak frites and it was better than the wagyu strip my husband ordered. We go to steakhouses often and this was absolutely not a $99 steak... it was tough and overcooked. My husband had to take bites with the potatoes just to get it down. The citris pie was hard as a rock. I am also breastfeeding and had a body armor drink with me to ... More
This place is trying to be high end and failing. I ordered the steak frites and it was better than the wagyu strip my husband ordered. We go to steakhouses often and this was absolutely not a $99 steak... it was tough and overcooked. My husband had to take bites with the potatoes just to get it down. The citris pie was hard as a rock. I am also breastfeeding and had a body armor drink with me to keep my supply up while taking a night off from breastfeeding and the baby and the manager actually had the audacity to tell me I needed to "hide it under the table"... after we just bought a $100 bottle of wine and spent over $400 on our dinner. The only good part was our server was phenomenal, I honestly felt bad that he works there because he definitely could work at a higher end place than this. Less
Divan is a luxurious experience combined with wholesome service and exquisite dishes. You can tell the owners truly took their time with the menu for cuisines and cocktails. If I could come by every day, I would. 10/10 Recommend… Cheers!... More
Divan is a luxurious experience combined with wholesome service and exquisite dishes. You can tell the owners truly took their time with the menu for cuisines and cocktails. If I could come by every day, I would. 10/10 Recommend… Cheers! Less
We came on on a Sunday with our two kids (9 and 11) and were met with the best service and welcoming atmosphere! The dining space is so beautiful. The best part of fine dining is fine service! We had steak, whipped potatoes, garlic shrimp, the burger, mac and cheese, spinach and the jamón with caviar. Everything was so good! We also had dessert. Totally recommend for family dinner—there’s somethi... More
We came on on a Sunday with our two kids (9 and 11) and were met with the best service and welcoming atmosphere! The dining space is so beautiful. The best part of fine dining is fine service! We had steak, whipped potatoes, garlic shrimp, the burger, mac and cheese, spinach and the jamón with caviar. Everything was so good! We also had dessert. Totally recommend for family dinner—there’s something for everyone and special care for food needs/substitutes! Less
Ugh, MK was such a gem in its day and I wanted to give this a chance. I hoped to love this experience as a new neighborhood special spot—- but there is still a lot this restaurant needs to figure out across the board—the concept, identity, food and service.First, I must have received 3+ texts ahead of our reservation to confirm we were going to be in cocktail and business attire— while I get ... More
Ugh, MK was such a gem in its day and I wanted to give this a chance. I hoped to love this experience as a new neighborhood special spot—- but there is still a lot this restaurant needs to figure out across the board—the concept, identity, food and service.First, I must have received 3+ texts ahead of our reservation to confirm we were going to be in cocktail and business attire— while I get it to a point, I am an adult and this- for a new neighborhood supper club? Quite offensive off the bat, and a huge disconnect—supper club vibe should be warm, inviting, old school, genuine and non- pretentious along with over attentive phenomenal service. This initial evening’s experience was anything but that. Overall, Food and portions were decent but most definitely did not at all justify the completely outrageous prices— especially with the caliber of service which was a colossal disappointment. Such a weird mix— caviar and $200 seafood towers to completely cheesy decor, jazz musicians chomping on gum, bright lights, inconsistent glassware, cotton candy laden drinks…and our final bill presented in a long itemized scroll as if we were at Chili’s. Zero warmth from our server. Hoped for a great experience but positively not what I was expecting and frankly embarrassed on the choice for this special night. Less
It’s a hyped up restaurant once again in Chicago ..we started with cocktail drinks and didn’t disappoint us .. we ordered appetizer steak tartare and it was bland . For the main course we had lamb chop which I specifically said medium well , waitress asked if I want chimichurri sauce on the side and I said yes .. my husband ordered the wagyu steak .. ordered side of hash brown and asparagus . Or... More
It’s a hyped up restaurant once again in Chicago ..we started with cocktail drinks and didn’t disappoint us .. we ordered appetizer steak tartare and it was bland . For the main course we had lamb chop which I specifically said medium well , waitress asked if I want chimichurri sauce on the side and I said yes .. my husband ordered the wagyu steak .. ordered side of hash brown and asparagus . Orders came and lamb chop came out super hard and dry , it was literally over cooked , our waitress took it out and later replace with a new one .. asparagus was super overcooked , the hash browns was very crunchy and hard to eat or even cut it’s like brick .. desserts were good .. bill came and they over billed us .. charge us twice for lamb chops .. charged us for the steak sauce on the side for the wagyu for $10 .. charged us $9 for chimichuri sauce , I wouldn’t mind paying if they mention that if I want the sauce on my lamb it would be extra but they don’t tell you .. even for the wagyu steak it should come with a sauce but no they charge you extra , I mean it’s a $100 steak might as well throw in a 2 tablespoon tiny sauce for free , but no they’ll charge you extra for a tiny sauce on the side .. Oh and on top of that they’ll charge you for Admin fee of 4% for insurance policy and maintenance! Excuse me ? They already over charge you with every drop of food they put on your table and now you have to pay extra for that ! It’s just ridiculous., I don’t have a problem paying for a good food .. but paying for an overpriced dry meat and over cooked veggies and all that . Uhmm no thank you ! Less
Wonderful food and great live music!
We were greeted immediately upon walking in the restaurant by 3 nice ladies. We were quickly seated in a booth. The bar also had open seating. Andres and Ferdinanda were our servers. They were polite, patient, well versed in the menu, and very accommodating. We ordered Javon & Caviar, King Crab Cake, Shrimp Cocktail, a Caesar salad, and French Onion Soup for starters. We ordered Cedar Salmon an... More
We were greeted immediately upon walking in the restaurant by 3 nice ladies. We were quickly seated in a booth. The bar also had open seating. Andres and Ferdinanda were our servers. They were polite, patient, well versed in the menu, and very accommodating. We ordered Javon & Caviar, King Crab Cake, Shrimp Cocktail, a Caesar salad, and French Onion Soup for starters. We ordered Cedar Salmon and Prime Ribeye with Greens, Mac & Cheese, Whipped Potatoes. Everything was well seasoned and very tasty. We had a great time and Andres & Ferdinanda were awesome! Favorites: King Crab Cake - Mac & Cheese - Greens Less
Just passed by this beautiful spot and had the Maracuya 🥰 def will come back for detailed review 🤍
Beautiful atmosphere. The bartenders are amazing and truly know how to make an awesome cocktail. We only had happy hour bites with the cocktails which were very good. But somewhere the hierarchy of management decided it would be a great idea to put a 4 % charge on everyone’s bills for over head costs??( insurance, building?) absolutely terrible idea. If management is this bad at being a new rest... More
Beautiful atmosphere. The bartenders are amazing and truly know how to make an awesome cocktail. We only had happy hour bites with the cocktails which were very good. But somewhere the hierarchy of management decided it would be a great idea to put a 4 % charge on everyone’s bills for over head costs??( insurance, building?) absolutely terrible idea. If management is this bad at being a new restaurant in our neighborhood, what other things are they doing behind the scene. Less
I brought my wife here yesterday to celebrate our one year wedding anniversary. I got word that the same people who worked over at Maple and ash have vested interest in this place. I came and upon looking at the decor I was blown away. What a beautiful place. Very lovely decor and we were warmly greeted at the door.. Once seated we were treated to complimentary lemon drop martinis. And then was g... More
I brought my wife here yesterday to celebrate our one year wedding anniversary. I got word that the same people who worked over at Maple and ash have vested interest in this place. I came and upon looking at the decor I was blown away. What a beautiful place. Very lovely decor and we were warmly greeted at the door.. Once seated we were treated to complimentary lemon drop martinis. And then was greeted by our server “ Julio” ( very personable guy) and he begin to explain the menu.. what a crazy coincidence I ran into a old high school friend and then we ordered our food. I ordered the French onion soup for appetizer and my wife ordered the crab cake. The French onion soup was probably the best I’ve ordered in the city.. ( I’ve had my fair share French onion soups across the Chicagoland area and trust me.. this is the best there is) my wife ordered the ( filet) steak and kale and I ordered the half chicken with mash potato’s.. all of our food selections were delicious and top tier.. the bread service was just perfect.. and the butter that complimented it was amazing. I’m glad we came here.. you guys made our anniversary memorable… the music was lively and energetic, the staff was amazing the bathroom was clean and beautiful I can’t think of anything I didn’t like.. thanks again for your hospitality.. I’m rooting for you guys.. hopefully you all will be a chicago tradition for many years to come. Less
Had live music playing during dinner. They wouldn't stop playing even when requested. Awful noise. Hard to enjoy a meal with that racket. $250 was pretty reasonable for the steak dinner. The wine was excellent.... More
Had live music playing during dinner. They wouldn't stop playing even when requested. Awful noise. Hard to enjoy a meal with that racket. $250 was pretty reasonable for the steak dinner. The wine was excellent. Less
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My friend and I visited about a month ago and I’m still dreaming about the ribeye that I had. It was literally the best steak I’ve ever had hands down.The oysters were phenomenal and the drinks were drinking us lol... More
My friend and I visited about a month ago and I’m still dreaming about the ribeye that I had. It was literally the best steak I’ve ever had hands down.The oysters were phenomenal and the drinks were drinking us lol Less
Top notch food and atmosphere…
The food was delicious, the service was phenomenal, and the drinks were amazing. Th atmosphere was very inviting and welcoming, I loved the live music. I will definitely be coming back with friends.... More
The food was delicious, the service was phenomenal, and the drinks were amazing. Th atmosphere was very inviting and welcoming, I loved the live music. I will definitely be coming back with friends. Less
We went here for a Mother’s Day dinner. We started off well. They were very attentive and even offered accommodations in drinks/teas. Once we got our drinks and bread, our waiter seemed to all of a sudden disappear. We waited nearly 2 hours for 3 stakes with sides, and one salad. I had to go up to the waiter and ask them how much longer it would take. Once they brought our food in not once did an... More
We went here for a Mother’s Day dinner. We started off well. They were very attentive and even offered accommodations in drinks/teas. Once we got our drinks and bread, our waiter seemed to all of a sudden disappear. We waited nearly 2 hours for 3 stakes with sides, and one salad. I had to go up to the waiter and ask them how much longer it would take. Once they brought our food in not once did anyone come to our table to check in on us to see if the food was good. I once more had to go up to the main area ask for the check and to go boxes. We were going to get dessert but since the service was beyond slow we decided to pay right away and leave. My brother in law still have a 22% tip regardless. And once we paid our original waiter showed up and told us they put him in bottle service upstairs and that he apologized for the miscommunication. For the pricing of the food I expected better service communication and attention. We left disappointed. Less
Kind of a joke for the hype. They had a live band, which was nice, but was offensively loud. Ordered the filet medium rare. It came to the table gray. I am not one to ever send food back but at $75 for a fillet I didn’t want to eat it well done. I politely sent it back and the manager came over and tried to convince me at Divan the way the filet came to the table is their medium rare? So, They... More
Kind of a joke for the hype. They had a live band, which was nice, but was offensively loud. Ordered the filet medium rare. It came to the table gray. I am not one to ever send food back but at $75 for a fillet I didn’t want to eat it well done. I politely sent it back and the manager came over and tried to convince me at Divan the way the filet came to the table is their medium rare? So, They cook their steaks different than every other restaurant in America??!! Ok. After 10 or more minutes instead of offering to make me a new filet, he tried to convince me to accept the one that was improperly prepared and seemed extremely put off when I asked for him for a properly cooked filet. Kind of a joke for the excessive price. Less
It was my daughter 23rd birthday celebration dinner and it was absolutely amazing atmosphere Dead on we had a fabulous time
5 ⭐️ for Mel!!! JD is the best bartender in Chicago and we absolutely love him
Divan Chicago exudes sophistication and charm, offering a refined dining experience that delights the senses. From the elegant decor to the impeccable service, every detail is carefully curated to create an unforgettable atmosphere.... More
Divan Chicago exudes sophistication and charm, offering a refined dining experience that delights the senses. From the elegant decor to the impeccable service, every detail is carefully curated to create an unforgettable atmosphere. Less
Food was amazing. Service was attentive. We had an early reservation (6P). When we ordered, it became very clear....we didn't order the Seafood tower @ $175 or the steak @ $99, both of which were our waiters favorite, that we were going to be served quickly. We were in and out in 30 minutes- we ordered an app, entries and a side, not all that unusual. It was obvious, they wanted to move us up a... More
Food was amazing. Service was attentive. We had an early reservation (6P). When we ordered, it became very clear....we didn't order the Seafood tower @ $175 or the steak @ $99, both of which were our waiters favorite, that we were going to be served quickly. We were in and out in 30 minutes- we ordered an app, entries and a side, not all that unusual. It was obvious, they wanted to move us up and out. Less
Chicago’s best new steak house and supper club! The lively restaurant has a beautiful large skylight making it look even larger and more spacious, not to mention giving it beautiful natural lighting. The staff is exceptional. The food is delicious!! Don’t miss the maracuyá cocktail, beet carpaccio, house pasta (add crab!), lamb chops, and side of potato pave. Live music begins at 6:30 and the tun... More
Chicago’s best new steak house and supper club! The lively restaurant has a beautiful large skylight making it look even larger and more spacious, not to mention giving it beautiful natural lighting. The staff is exceptional. The food is delicious!! Don’t miss the maracuyá cocktail, beet carpaccio, house pasta (add crab!), lamb chops, and side of potato pave. Live music begins at 6:30 and the tunes/band are just what you need to get the night going. Less
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This was amazing we just went for our 21 anniversary and it was so nice. Excellent service everything is so delicious very good experience I definitely recommend this new nice elegant place Alex and my self love it thanks.... More
This was amazing we just went for our 21 anniversary and it was so nice. Excellent service everything is so delicious very good experience I definitely recommend this new nice elegant place Alex and my self love it thanks. Less
Nice quality local steakhouse
Love the ambience and service was great! The food was good. Not great but good. Need a tad more flavoring and then I'll give 5 stars. I can add that the pinacolada dessert was amazing. A must try if you like toasted coconut.... More
Love the ambience and service was great! The food was good. Not great but good. Need a tad more flavoring and then I'll give 5 stars. I can add that the pinacolada dessert was amazing. A must try if you like toasted coconut. Less
Great service and experience overall! Highly recommend!
My husband and I went here to celebrate his birthday and I can’t tell you how amazing it was. Such a beautiful and elegant environment with a soothing jazz band playing in the background. The upscale service will exceed your expectations. I am a stickler for quality service and Divan did not disappoint. Enough about the environment…the food was prepared to perfection. The menu was familiar with i... More
My husband and I went here to celebrate his birthday and I can’t tell you how amazing it was. Such a beautiful and elegant environment with a soothing jazz band playing in the background. The upscale service will exceed your expectations. I am a stickler for quality service and Divan did not disappoint. Enough about the environment…the food was prepared to perfection. The menu was familiar with items you’ll become accustomed to seeing at your upscale establishments but Divan offered very unique items in its own way that left you intrigued. The drinks, ahh the drinks…so many choices and with beautiful presentations. Overall, do not overlook this establishment as you will not be disappointed. Less
A beautiful venue, but truly some of the worst service I've ever experienced anywhere in the world. From just about all the staff we encountered, except the maître d who was the lone exception. I could write a long rambling review of the whole experience, but just trust me - your money is better spent elsewhere.... More
A beautiful venue, but truly some of the worst service I've ever experienced anywhere in the world. From just about all the staff we encountered, except the maître d who was the lone exception. I could write a long rambling review of the whole experience, but just trust me - your money is better spent elsewhere. Less
Very delicious food, refined environment, pleasant music, good service. We really enjoyed it, we will visit this place again. Thanks 🤍
Great dining experience! Our server and the staff made us feel like royalty. The live music was also a whole vibe. Highly recommend this restaurant.
Exceptional Food and Service, Marred by Owner's Behavior We recently dined at Divan and had a mixed experience that I feel compelled to share. On one hand, the food was absolutely outstanding, and the service, particularly from bartender JD, was exceptional. However, an unfortunate encounter with one of the owners tarnished an otherwise memorable evening. Let me start with the positives. The cu... More
Exceptional Food and Service, Marred by Owner's Behavior We recently dined at Divan and had a mixed experience that I feel compelled to share. On one hand, the food was absolutely outstanding, and the service, particularly from bartender JD, was exceptional. However, an unfortunate encounter with one of the owners tarnished an otherwise memorable evening. Let me start with the positives. The culinary experience surpassed my expectations. Every dish we ordered was meticulously prepared, bursting with flavor, and beautifully presented. It's evident that the kitchen team takes great pride in their craft, and their efforts truly paid off. Additionally, I want to commend bartender JD for his warm hospitality and impeccable service throughout the evening. He went above and beyond to ensure that our dining experience was enjoyable, offering expert recommendations and engaging conversation. Unfortunately, the evening took a sour turn when we attempted to take some photos to capture the wonderful memories. One of the owners, James, who I believe is bald, approached the bartender and demanded that he not be in the background of our pictures. When I politely attempted to explain that he was not in the frame, the owner dismissed me without a second thought, displaying a shocking lack of manners and professionalism. While I understand that everyone has their moments, this encounter left a sour taste in my mouth and detracted from an otherwise stellar experience. As a patron, I expect to be treated with respect and courtesy, regardless of the circumstances. In conclusion, while I wholeheartedly recommend Divan for its exceptional food and service, I urge the management to address issues of customer interaction, particularly with regards to one of the owners. A little more empathy and understanding can go a long way in ensuring that every guest leaves with a positive impression. Overall, I would rate our experience at divan as a great one but I doubt we will be joining them again. Less
Great place, good live music, very delicious food and very nice people working there! 10/10
I really recommend the French onion soup with bone marrow, but be warned it's not a cup it's a big bowl. The beet (not Beef!) carpaccio is delicious! I was disappointed by the wedge so I wouldn't get that if you expect a traditional wedge salad. I would recommend getting a sauce with the steak. Loved the live music component, not too loud either.... More
I really recommend the French onion soup with bone marrow, but be warned it's not a cup it's a big bowl. The beet (not Beef!) carpaccio is delicious! I was disappointed by the wedge so I wouldn't get that if you expect a traditional wedge salad. I would recommend getting a sauce with the steak. Loved the live music component, not too loud either. Less
Dined here for our anniversary. Beautiful restaurant. Food was our issue. The house bread was over cooked to the point where we had to cut the bottom of the roll off because it was burnt. We ordered the waygu strip medium well (it came well done. No pink at all), garlic shrimp (bland) added a half lobster tail (didn’t finish. Had an ammonia after taste) and whipped mashed potatoes (the best thing... More
Dined here for our anniversary. Beautiful restaurant. Food was our issue. The house bread was over cooked to the point where we had to cut the bottom of the roll off because it was burnt. We ordered the waygu strip medium well (it came well done. No pink at all), garlic shrimp (bland) added a half lobster tail (didn’t finish. Had an ammonia after taste) and whipped mashed potatoes (the best thing we had). We addressed our food issues to waitstaff after payment and he told us to give him a sec while he speaks to management. After 10 mins we got up to leave because he never returned until we were walking out to say bye to us. Why he wanted us to wait we’d never know. The food was aesthetically pleasing Less
From the moment I stepped into DIVAN I knew I was in for something special. Nestled a mere mile away from the bustling Viagra Triangle, this gem is an absolute must-visit for anyone seeking culinary excellence and an electrifying atmosphere. The food? Simply put, it's spectacular. Shar, Juan, the bartenders, JD & Justin & Dylan(what a help), mix up some mesmerizing concoctions! And let's talk ab... More
From the moment I stepped into DIVAN I knew I was in for something special. Nestled a mere mile away from the bustling Viagra Triangle, this gem is an absolute must-visit for anyone seeking culinary excellence and an electrifying atmosphere. The food? Simply put, it's spectacular. Shar, Juan, the bartenders, JD & Justin & Dylan(what a help), mix up some mesmerizing concoctions! And let's talk about the stars of the menu: the oysters and caviar. They were prepared so fantastically. Looking forward to going back!! Less
This place is stunning! The food was amazing (especially the beet carpaccio and their pasta!) The staff was attentive and my group loved the live music. Can’t wait to go back!... More
This place is stunning! The food was amazing (especially the beet carpaccio and their pasta!) The staff was attentive and my group loved the live music. Can’t wait to go back! Less
Thank you Chef Mike for the absolutely incredible experience. The ambiance was incredible to set the tone, and perfect for an anniversary date night. Drinks were fantastic - highly recommend the Maracuya. Our group started with the Jamón and Caviar, Chef’s Crudo and Steak Tartare. The Jamón and Caviar stole that show - so well balanced and delicious. Moved onto the entree’s and Chef Mike did the ... More
Thank you Chef Mike for the absolutely incredible experience. The ambiance was incredible to set the tone, and perfect for an anniversary date night. Drinks were fantastic - highly recommend the Maracuya. Our group started with the Jamón and Caviar, Chef’s Crudo and Steak Tartare. The Jamón and Caviar stole that show - so well balanced and delicious. Moved onto the entree’s and Chef Mike did the works for us. The ribeye, salmon, and steak frites were our primary plates along with sides of pasta, whipped mashed potatoes, and the bacon chop. The bacon chop was very rich and delicious - highly recommend as a shared plate. For dessert we were provided the full setup, highly recommend the Smores and Piña Colada cake! Less
Classy, elegant!!! Welcoming dark swanky interior design with food to match! Top notch service from seating to dessert! Kudos to James and Gordon for bringing Divan to River North!!! Come for the food, stay for the drinks and live music…….!!!!!!!!... More
Classy, elegant!!! Welcoming dark swanky interior design with food to match! Top notch service from seating to dessert! Kudos to James and Gordon for bringing Divan to River North!!! Come for the food, stay for the drinks and live music…….!!!!!!!! Less
The ambiance is beautiful. The little details and a nice touch. The staff is super sweet and the food was great! Even as a vegetarian!
What a great find!!! The food was outstanding and service pro level! Was not a hard decision to rate Divan 5 stars.. I had the Wagyu hanger steak which was easily the best I’ve ever found…cooked perfectly and sided with crispy frites. Other Sides included lobster Mac & cheese which had a healthy portion of lobster in it…very tasty… Friends has the pork chop which really looked great…they all... More
What a great find!!! The food was outstanding and service pro level! Was not a hard decision to rate Divan 5 stars.. I had the Wagyu hanger steak which was easily the best I’ve ever found…cooked perfectly and sided with crispy frites. Other Sides included lobster Mac & cheese which had a healthy portion of lobster in it…very tasty… Friends has the pork chop which really looked great…they all reported it to be fantastic. The bartenders also were excellent mixologist and made a perfect rye Manhattan…. I’ll be back!! Less
Great vibes, great food, great experience
We are so glad our friends opened this neighborhood restaurant. Top knot h staff and elegance. They have will have an event space and speak easy downstairs eventually. The foot was great and they did a fantastic remodel on the place. It’s a must check out if you’re in Chicago!... More
We are so glad our friends opened this neighborhood restaurant. Top knot h staff and elegance. They have will have an event space and speak easy downstairs eventually. The foot was great and they did a fantastic remodel on the place. It’s a must check out if you’re in Chicago! Less
They’ll take good care of you.
The restaurant is just a beauty first and foremost, breathtaking. And the food matched the ambiance even more. I will be returning frequently.
Amazing atmosphere, incredible food
Amazing. So beautiful. Such good food. Incredible service. Claudia was our waitress and she was outstanding. We will definitely be back.
Amazing!
The service was fantastic and the food was even better! Can't wait to go back even if it's just for the yummy cocktails.
The best steak house in the city!! Sexy atmosphere, the decor is unbelievably beautiful. The steak and frites and pork chop are my two favorites . Just love the vibe so much!!... More
The best steak house in the city!! Sexy atmosphere, the decor is unbelievably beautiful. The steak and frites and pork chop are my two favorites . Just love the vibe so much!! Less