Signature Steak
Restaurant · South Loop
1312 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Highlights
Upscale sports bar with elevated bites, cocktails, and Midwestern brews
Upscale sports bar with elevated bites, cocktails, and Midwestern brews
"Limited dining options have become a persistent problem in South Loop, so the early 2024 debut of Signature — an upscale sports bar and restaurant from chef Stephen Gillanders (S.K.Y., Valhalla) — was met with fanfare in the area. Gillanders shares ownership with former Chicago Bears defensive end Israel Idonije and is serving menu items like short rib nachos with cherry tomato pico de gallo and smash burgers with American cheese and yuzu pickles. In addition to draft beer, the team emphasizes classic and original cocktails with infusions and syrups made on-site." - Ashok Selvam
"Signature is a sports bar—at least five TVs are visible from any seat, and you can eat hit-or-miss snacks like wings, short rib nachos, and chicken tenders. But they also have “upscale” food options like black truffle deviled eggs and lobster rolls with gari remoulade. Whether you’re here for strong drinks after the Bears blow another late lead, or dinner after a game of pickleball at the Roosevelt courts, your best move is to get the signature burger. This hefty, double-patty smashburger comes topped with caramelized onions, gooey cheese, and yuzu pickles with a mild and sweet briny flavor—and it’s the best thing on the menu." - veda kilaru, adrian kane, john ringor
"Former Chicago Bears defensive end Israel Idonije returned to familiar turf in early 2024 with the debut of Signature, his upscale sports bar and restaurant with business partner and chef Stephen Gillanders. Located less than a mile from Soldier Field, where the Bears will remain for the time being, Signature rides the line between game-day hang and date night spot with options like short rib nachos, crispy chicken sandwiches, and an ambitious cocktail lineup." - Ashok Selvam
"This South Loop bar, near Soldier Field, is owned by former Chicago Bear Israel Idonije. It’s an upscale sports bar with elevated bar bites from consultant and operating partner Stephen Gillanders, who owns S.K.Y. in Pilsen, Apolonia near McCormick Place, and Valhalla in Wicker Park." - Eater Staff
"This South Loop bar is from former Chicago Bears Israel Idonije with food from Stephen Gillanders, the chef behind S.K.Y. and Valhalla. It will appeal to both sports nuts and folks who want a more sophisticated vibe. Wings, sandwiches, and focaccia pizzas are on the menu." - Ashok Selvam
