Rockit Bar & Grill

"Rockit Bar & Grill, located in River North, Chicago, helped co-owner Billy Dec become a household name. It closed in 2019 after a 15-year run following Dec's split with his partners." - Ashok Selvam

"River North’s Hubbard Street strip is an epicenter of Chicago nightlife, but it wasn’t that way as recently as 15 years ago. That’s when burgeoning nightclub impresario Billy Dec and his partners opened this restaurant, bar, and late-night magnet, setting off a chain reaction that resulted in a nighttime business boom in the area as well as spawning a powerhouse hospitality group, Rockit Ranch. But in the last couple of years the group splintered: multiple spots closed, Dec split for Nashville and focused on a movie career and other endeavors, and the original Rockit became the sole property of partner Brad Young, who after a second renovation, reopened it with a focus on what made it popular to begin with. Alas the reborn Rockit Bar & Grill didn’t work out, as the River North revolutionary closed for good in July after 15 years, and less than one year after reopening from its final revamp." - Daniel Gerzina

"Rockit Bar & Grill is almost 15 years old and has returned to what made it successful according to Graham Meyer. The menu features burgers, sandwiches, and apps that remain above standard bar food. The Rockit Burger, made with wagyu beef, brie, fried shallots, and date aioli, is its signature dish. The Rockit Booster Super Food Salad is a healthy option. Overall, the restaurant offers a solid dining experience, though it may not reach the heights of its early years." - Jeffy Mai

"Rockit Bar & Grill is reopening today under the ownership of Brad Young, following its closure since January. The venue has undergone a revamp, bringing back its original neighborhood bar and grill vibe with new additions like shuffleboards, vintage motorbikes, and live music. The menu features items like Buffalo chicken mac and cheese and 'Rockit Pockits.'" - Ashok Selvam

"Rockit Bar & Grill, Dec’s flagship venue in River North, is closed until spring for renovations. It's part of a strategy to grow the brand nationally." - Ashok Selvam