RPM Steak
Steak house · Near North Side ·
Pasta, steaks & seafood in a sleek, group-friendly eatery
Pasta, steaks & seafood in a sleek, group-friendly eatery
"RPM Steak is where to go if you’re looking for a scene—for instance, if you’re with a group of people from the suburbs who want a real night out in the city. It’s also a good choice if your dining companions happen to watch “E!”, since it’s part-owned by Bill and Giuliana Rancic. You might be skeptical of a spot with reality star connections, but the food is actually excellent, and the menu has a variety of small plates, salads, and seafood dishes that all deserve equal attention on your table." - adrian kane, veda kilaru, john ringor, nick allen
"Start the night in style from 4-5:30 p.m. weekdays at the Proper Bar within RPM Steak, where luxurious happy hour bites include a $35 miniature ember-roasted seafood tower, $15 black truffle fries, and $20 wagyu double cheeseburger. Select glasses of red, white, and sparkling wine and classic cocktails, including old fashioneds and martinis, are all available for $10, while Miller Lite and Stella Artois are $5. It’s a perfect way to get a taste of the Lettuce Entertain You restaurant without fully splurging on dinner." - Lisa Shames
"We’re not going to recommend a fancy $29 steakhouse burger lightly. That f*cker needs to be really, really good. And the wagyu smashburger from RPM Steak is. It comes with a toasted bun, two patties that have a great sear, and an incredible yuzu aioli that has just enough acid to cut through the rich meat. We suggest walking in after work and eating at the bar." - adrian kane, john ringor
"Business needs to happen every day of the week (that’s the whole reason your alarm went off at 6am this morning), so maybe you’re entertaining clients. Head to RPM Steak for an impressive meal that will fit very comfortably on your corporate card. There’s a whole menu section devoted to wagyu and kobe, in addition to shareable small plates and seafood. Plus, the bar is perfect if your “client” dinner turns out to be just you and a steak. But you should probably plan on using your own card for that." - adrian kane, john ringor
"Nothing says “a night out in River North” like a steakhouse that’s owned by a former reality show star. That’s where RPM Steak comes in. And while celebrity star power doesn’t always equal good food, you don’t have to worry about that here. From the sides to a burger with citrusy yuzu kosho aioli to their standard steak cuts, the menu is full of hits. And if you’re armed with a company card and a desire for beef whose marbling looks like the flight patterns of every pigeon in Chicago, they also have menu sections dedicated to wagyu and kobe." - adrian kane, john ringor, nick allen
