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Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse
1028 N. Rush St
(At Bellevue Place)
tel.: 312/266-8999
Location: At Bellevue Place
Cuisine: Steaks/Chops
Price Category: Very Expensive

Popular with its Gold Coast neighbors, Gibsons is the steakhouse you visit when you want to make the scene. There are sporty cars idling at the valet stand, photos of celebs and near-celebs who've appeared here, and overdressed denizens mingling and noshing in the bar, which has a life all its own. The dining rooms evoke a more romantic time, from the sleek Art Deco decor to the bow-tied bartenders. The portions are notoriously enormous, so Gibson's is best for groups who are happy to share dishes (I wouldn't recommend it for a romantic dinner a deux). The namesake martinis are served in 10-ounce glasses, and the entrees are outlandishly scaled, from the six-piece shrimp cocktail, so huge you swore you downed a dozen, to the turtle pie that comes with a steak knife (and could easily serve 8 people). Yes, Gibsons has a clubby atmosphere, but the food also deserves some credit for the crowds who show up every night. You can also order from the bar menu.

Main courses $22-$30.Open: Daily 3pm-midnight (bar open later).Reservations strongly recommended.Credit Cards: AE, DC, DISC, MC, V.Subway/El: Red Line to Clark/Division.


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