Native/Indigenous-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in the Midwest
by The OpenTable Team
Updated 05 January 2024
Celebrate the diversity of the restaurant industry! These Native/Indigenous-owned and -operated restaurants are proud to share their heritage — explore spots to support near you.
4.7 (1983)
$31 to $50
American
Lincoln Park
Willow Room is located in Lincoln park, serving European/American bistro food set in a classic yet unique atmosphere.
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DanaVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Willow Room is located in Lincoln park, serving European/American bistro food set in a classic yet unique atmosphere.
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DanaVIP
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1 (1)
$30 and under
African
Belmont Cragin
COME TASTE AND SEE AFRICA, AN EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME. WE HAVE WONDERFUL STARTERS INCLUDING PEANUT STEW, OKRA STEW AND MANY MORE. OUR ENTREES ARE EGUSI AND GREENS AND RICE WITH YOUR CHOICE OF MASTERFULLY COOKED MEATS. YOUR TICKET INCLUDES ONE MEAL AND DRINK AND A SPECTACULAR SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
COME TASTE AND SEE AFRICA, AN EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME. WE HAVE WONDERFUL STARTERS INCLUDING PEANUT STEW, OKRA STEW AND MANY MORE. OUR ENTREES ARE EGUSI AND GREENS AND RICE WITH YOUR CHOICE OF MASTERFULLY COOKED MEATS. YOUR TICKET INCLUDES ONE MEAL AND DRINK AND A SPECTACULAR SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
4.1 (141)
$30 and under
American
Detroit
Opened on December 13, 2014 (yes, 12/13/14!) in a historic building at the corner of Woodward and Canfield. The Huma Room on the second floor features half of a black 1973 Cadillac Fleetwood mounted behind the wall and an outdoor patio. Located on Woodward Ave, it's easy to jump on the QLine or walk down to Little Caesars Arena, Comerica Park, or Ford Field.
HopCat was founded on the principles of bringing local craft beer a bit closer to the communities we love. We’re known for our award-wining Cosmik fries, which are beer battered, sprinkled with our signature cracked black pepper seasoning, and served with a side of warm cheese sauce. From burgers to tacos, our menu offers a range of delicious options.
We live the craft lifestyle - beer, cocktails and even craft food made from scratch. With a dedication to local breweries, sustainability and community engagement, HopCat offers craft beer and great food in a vibrant atmosphere for an inclusive, unforgettable experience.
HopCat was founded on the principles of bringing local craft beer a bit closer to the communities we love. We’re known for our award-wining Cosmik fries, which are beer battered, sprinkled with our signature cracked black pepper seasoning, and served with a side of warm cheese sauce. From burgers to tacos, our menu offers a range of delicious options.
We live the craft lifestyle - beer, cocktails and even craft food made from scratch. With a dedication to local breweries, sustainability and community engagement, HopCat offers craft beer and great food in a vibrant atmosphere for an inclusive, unforgettable experience.
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BrianVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Opened on December 13, 2014 (yes, 12/13/14!) in a historic building at the corner of Woodward and Canfield. The Huma Room on the second floor features half of a black 1973 Cadillac Fleetwood mounted behind the wall and an outdoor patio. Located on Woodward Ave, it's easy to jump on the QLine or walk down to Little Caesars Arena, Comerica Park, or Ford Field.
HopCat was founded on the principles of bringing local craft beer a bit closer to the communities we love. We’re known for our award-wining Cosmik fries, which are beer battered, sprinkled with our signature cracked black pepper seasoning, and served with a side of warm cheese sauce. From burgers to tacos, our menu offers a range of delicious options.
We live the craft lifestyle - beer, cocktails and even craft food made from scratch. With a dedication to local breweries, sustainability and community engagement, HopCat offers craft beer and great food in a vibrant atmosphere for an inclusive, unforgettable experience.
HopCat was founded on the principles of bringing local craft beer a bit closer to the communities we love. We’re known for our award-wining Cosmik fries, which are beer battered, sprinkled with our signature cracked black pepper seasoning, and served with a side of warm cheese sauce. From burgers to tacos, our menu offers a range of delicious options.
We live the craft lifestyle - beer, cocktails and even craft food made from scratch. With a dedication to local breweries, sustainability and community engagement, HopCat offers craft beer and great food in a vibrant atmosphere for an inclusive, unforgettable experience.
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BrianVIP
Dined 4 days ago
$30 and under
International
Grand Rapids
Hope you’re hungry! Join us at the Harvest Buffet at Gun Lake Casino, with a fresh way of serving up the tastes you love. Dig into our self-service buffet. Our Team will be on serve you more than 100 of your favorites, from stir fries and soups to hand-tossed pizza. We ask that you limit your dining time to 90 minutes.
Seating is on a first come, first served, basis.
Seating is on a first come, first served, basis.
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Judi
Dined on 1 Jan 2022
Hope you’re hungry! Join us at the Harvest Buffet at Gun Lake Casino, with a fresh way of serving up the tastes you love. Dig into our self-service buffet. Our Team will be on serve you more than 100 of your favorites, from stir fries and soups to hand-tossed pizza. We ask that you limit your dining time to 90 minutes.
Seating is on a first come, first served, basis.
Seating is on a first come, first served, basis.
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Judi
Dined on 1 Jan 2022
4.2 (25)
$30 and under
Sports Bar
Wayland
131 Sportsbar & Lounge – The balance between sports and entertainment is showcased weekly as our 180° panoramic video walls surround this state-of-the-art venue. Come cheer on your favorite teams and stay all night to enjoy all the local live bands. Our chefs have created a modern take on the sports bar while our service team provides the fun. Stay for the atmosphere, the artfully crafted cocktails and some of the freshest local beers on tap.
131 Sportsbar & Lounge is also more than just your local hangout. We can also do private events for groups of up to 350 guests for holiday and company parties. Please email us at cateringsales@gunlakecasino for more information and we will work with you to book your next event with us.
131 Sportsbar & Lounge is also more than just your local hangout. We can also do private events for groups of up to 350 guests for holiday and company parties. Please email us at cateringsales@gunlakecasino for more information and we will work with you to book your next event with us.
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Douglas
Dined on 28 Mar 2025
131 Sportsbar & Lounge – The balance between sports and entertainment is showcased weekly as our 180° panoramic video walls surround this state-of-the-art venue. Come cheer on your favorite teams and stay all night to enjoy all the local live bands. Our chefs have created a modern take on the sports bar while our service team provides the fun. Stay for the atmosphere, the artfully crafted cocktails and some of the freshest local beers on tap.
131 Sportsbar & Lounge is also more than just your local hangout. We can also do private events for groups of up to 350 guests for holiday and company parties. Please email us at cateringsales@gunlakecasino for more information and we will work with you to book your next event with us.
131 Sportsbar & Lounge is also more than just your local hangout. We can also do private events for groups of up to 350 guests for holiday and company parties. Please email us at cateringsales@gunlakecasino for more information and we will work with you to book your next event with us.
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Douglas
Dined on 28 Mar 2025
4.5 (650)
$30 and under
American
Wayland
CBK - Craft Bar Kitchen - is our modern take on traditional pub fare. The menus mix some of the freshest local ingredients while seasonally inspired menus highlight our chef’s culinary expertise. Come join the fun and excitement as we make CBK the ultimate place to meet with friends and family while enjoying your night on the town at Gun Lake Casino.
While here, help yourself to some of the best locally crafted beer at our CBK Beer Wall! Enjoy up to 40 self-serve beers as you sample our vast offerings.
In the summer, enjoy our outdoor patio with fireplace and patio games. In the winter, make your reservations for our heated igloos for you and up to 6 others in our newly added amenity.
For parties larger than 8, please call Guest Relations at (269) 792-7777
While here, help yourself to some of the best locally crafted beer at our CBK Beer Wall! Enjoy up to 40 self-serve beers as you sample our vast offerings.
In the summer, enjoy our outdoor patio with fireplace and patio games. In the winter, make your reservations for our heated igloos for you and up to 6 others in our newly added amenity.
For parties larger than 8, please call Guest Relations at (269) 792-7777
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Kim
Dined on 6 Apr 2025
CBK - Craft Bar Kitchen - is our modern take on traditional pub fare. The menus mix some of the freshest local ingredients while seasonally inspired menus highlight our chef’s culinary expertise. Come join the fun and excitement as we make CBK the ultimate place to meet with friends and family while enjoying your night on the town at Gun Lake Casino.
While here, help yourself to some of the best locally crafted beer at our CBK Beer Wall! Enjoy up to 40 self-serve beers as you sample our vast offerings.
In the summer, enjoy our outdoor patio with fireplace and patio games. In the winter, make your reservations for our heated igloos for you and up to 6 others in our newly added amenity.
For parties larger than 8, please call Guest Relations at (269) 792-7777
While here, help yourself to some of the best locally crafted beer at our CBK Beer Wall! Enjoy up to 40 self-serve beers as you sample our vast offerings.
In the summer, enjoy our outdoor patio with fireplace and patio games. In the winter, make your reservations for our heated igloos for you and up to 6 others in our newly added amenity.
For parties larger than 8, please call Guest Relations at (269) 792-7777
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Kim
Dined on 6 Apr 2025
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4.4 (788)
$31 to $50
Steak
Wayland
Shkodé (Shhkoe-day), the Pottawatomi word for fire, honors the Gun Lake Casino's heritage through our attention to flavor and quality. Indulge your senses with our prime cut steaks and seafood or our fresh takes on American Cuisine. Our dinner menu highlights USDA Wagyu, Prime & Choice steaks and chops, along with freshwater fish, seafood, and farm-fresh poultry.
Seasonally inspired menus using locally sourced ingredients will highlight our chef’s culinary expertise. Artisan-crafted cocktails, a thoughtfully curated wine selection and whiskeys & bourbons from around the world round out your dining experience.
For parties larger than 6, please call Guest Relations at (269) 792-7777. Thank you!
Seasonally inspired menus using locally sourced ingredients will highlight our chef’s culinary expertise. Artisan-crafted cocktails, a thoughtfully curated wine selection and whiskeys & bourbons from around the world round out your dining experience.
For parties larger than 6, please call Guest Relations at (269) 792-7777. Thank you!
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Joe
Dined 1 day ago
Shkodé (Shhkoe-day), the Pottawatomi word for fire, honors the Gun Lake Casino's heritage through our attention to flavor and quality. Indulge your senses with our prime cut steaks and seafood or our fresh takes on American Cuisine. Our dinner menu highlights USDA Wagyu, Prime & Choice steaks and chops, along with freshwater fish, seafood, and farm-fresh poultry.
Seasonally inspired menus using locally sourced ingredients will highlight our chef’s culinary expertise. Artisan-crafted cocktails, a thoughtfully curated wine selection and whiskeys & bourbons from around the world round out your dining experience.
For parties larger than 6, please call Guest Relations at (269) 792-7777. Thank you!
Seasonally inspired menus using locally sourced ingredients will highlight our chef’s culinary expertise. Artisan-crafted cocktails, a thoughtfully curated wine selection and whiskeys & bourbons from around the world round out your dining experience.
For parties larger than 6, please call Guest Relations at (269) 792-7777. Thank you!
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Joe
Dined 1 day ago
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3.3 (433)
$30 and under
Comfort Food
Saint Paul
Citizen, located within the iconic InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront Hotel, offers an alluring dining and social atmosphere. It's a perfect setting to connect, celebrate, or simply unwind in the heart of Minnesota's charming capital city.
Taste exquisitely prepared New American dishes that evolve with the seasons. Highlights include the Black Angus Tacos, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, and Brown Butter Walleye. Citizen's menu is deliberately diverse and approachable, also offering small plates for sharing and go-to comfort foods - all perfectly paired with thoughtfully curated cocktails and locally crafted beers. So, whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, we aim to provide a unique, elevated experience in a warm and welcoming space.
Taste exquisitely prepared New American dishes that evolve with the seasons. Highlights include the Black Angus Tacos, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, and Brown Butter Walleye. Citizen's menu is deliberately diverse and approachable, also offering small plates for sharing and go-to comfort foods - all perfectly paired with thoughtfully curated cocktails and locally crafted beers. So, whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, we aim to provide a unique, elevated experience in a warm and welcoming space.
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Ryan
Dined on 8 Feb 2025
Citizen, located within the iconic InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront Hotel, offers an alluring dining and social atmosphere. It's a perfect setting to connect, celebrate, or simply unwind in the heart of Minnesota's charming capital city.
Taste exquisitely prepared New American dishes that evolve with the seasons. Highlights include the Black Angus Tacos, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, and Brown Butter Walleye. Citizen's menu is deliberately diverse and approachable, also offering small plates for sharing and go-to comfort foods - all perfectly paired with thoughtfully curated cocktails and locally crafted beers. So, whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, we aim to provide a unique, elevated experience in a warm and welcoming space.
Taste exquisitely prepared New American dishes that evolve with the seasons. Highlights include the Black Angus Tacos, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, and Brown Butter Walleye. Citizen's menu is deliberately diverse and approachable, also offering small plates for sharing and go-to comfort foods - all perfectly paired with thoughtfully curated cocktails and locally crafted beers. So, whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, we aim to provide a unique, elevated experience in a warm and welcoming space.
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Ryan
Dined on 8 Feb 2025
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4.7 (614)
$31 to $50
Latin American
Maplewood
Introducing a unique jewel of Latin American
cuisine here in the Midwest.
Our South American food lovers family comes from Uruguay, Ecuador, but our roots are from everywhere Portugal, Argentina, Brazil bringing an exquisite experience along with a fine selection of Uruguayan Famous wineries and its unique Tannat grapes offering the perfect pair, along with many special Argentinian and Chilean wines with the typical gaucho meat cuts and season with salt in our open fire charbroiled “Asador” accompanied with our famous chimichurri sauce.
Our menu is a blend of carefully planned, but simple dishes made with the best ingredients. Our food is down to earth, much like our atmosphere, creating a relaxing environment where memories are made.” For reservations with stair restrictions please call the restaurant at 314-802-8587 for accommodations.
cuisine here in the Midwest.
Our South American food lovers family comes from Uruguay, Ecuador, but our roots are from everywhere Portugal, Argentina, Brazil bringing an exquisite experience along with a fine selection of Uruguayan Famous wineries and its unique Tannat grapes offering the perfect pair, along with many special Argentinian and Chilean wines with the typical gaucho meat cuts and season with salt in our open fire charbroiled “Asador” accompanied with our famous chimichurri sauce.
Our menu is a blend of carefully planned, but simple dishes made with the best ingredients. Our food is down to earth, much like our atmosphere, creating a relaxing environment where memories are made.” For reservations with stair restrictions please call the restaurant at 314-802-8587 for accommodations.
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rapman
Dined on 30 May 2024
Introducing a unique jewel of Latin American
cuisine here in the Midwest.
Our South American food lovers family comes from Uruguay, Ecuador, but our roots are from everywhere Portugal, Argentina, Brazil bringing an exquisite experience along with a fine selection of Uruguayan Famous wineries and its unique Tannat grapes offering the perfect pair, along with many special Argentinian and Chilean wines with the typical gaucho meat cuts and season with salt in our open fire charbroiled “Asador” accompanied with our famous chimichurri sauce.
Our menu is a blend of carefully planned, but simple dishes made with the best ingredients. Our food is down to earth, much like our atmosphere, creating a relaxing environment where memories are made.” For reservations with stair restrictions please call the restaurant at 314-802-8587 for accommodations.
cuisine here in the Midwest.
Our South American food lovers family comes from Uruguay, Ecuador, but our roots are from everywhere Portugal, Argentina, Brazil bringing an exquisite experience along with a fine selection of Uruguayan Famous wineries and its unique Tannat grapes offering the perfect pair, along with many special Argentinian and Chilean wines with the typical gaucho meat cuts and season with salt in our open fire charbroiled “Asador” accompanied with our famous chimichurri sauce.
Our menu is a blend of carefully planned, but simple dishes made with the best ingredients. Our food is down to earth, much like our atmosphere, creating a relaxing environment where memories are made.” For reservations with stair restrictions please call the restaurant at 314-802-8587 for accommodations.
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rapman
Dined on 30 May 2024
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4.5 (122)
$30 and under
American
Ohio City
Delicious & nutritious.
Chef Andrew Bower and Kyle Fioretti.
We source all seasonal produce and meats fresh from local, organic Northeast Ohio farms. And every component of every dish is made from scratch using the highest-quality ingredients. Located by the Cleveland staple, The Westside Market. Our atmosphere brings you light, bright and chic accents with a bit of pizzaz. Our extensive wine list features standouts and a captains list of special flavors exclusive to our location.
HOURS:
Wed-Thurs: 4pm-12am
Fri: 4pm-2:30am
Sat: 11am-2:30am
Sun: 11am-6pm
VISIT:
1948 W 25th St., Cleveland, OH 44113
(216) 274-1010
*Reservations available for groups of 10 or more
Chef Andrew Bower and Kyle Fioretti.
We source all seasonal produce and meats fresh from local, organic Northeast Ohio farms. And every component of every dish is made from scratch using the highest-quality ingredients. Located by the Cleveland staple, The Westside Market. Our atmosphere brings you light, bright and chic accents with a bit of pizzaz. Our extensive wine list features standouts and a captains list of special flavors exclusive to our location.
HOURS:
Wed-Thurs: 4pm-12am
Fri: 4pm-2:30am
Sat: 11am-2:30am
Sun: 11am-6pm
VISIT:
1948 W 25th St., Cleveland, OH 44113
(216) 274-1010
*Reservations available for groups of 10 or more
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Joe
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious & nutritious.
Chef Andrew Bower and Kyle Fioretti.
We source all seasonal produce and meats fresh from local, organic Northeast Ohio farms. And every component of every dish is made from scratch using the highest-quality ingredients. Located by the Cleveland staple, The Westside Market. Our atmosphere brings you light, bright and chic accents with a bit of pizzaz. Our extensive wine list features standouts and a captains list of special flavors exclusive to our location.
HOURS:
Wed-Thurs: 4pm-12am
Fri: 4pm-2:30am
Sat: 11am-2:30am
Sun: 11am-6pm
VISIT:
1948 W 25th St., Cleveland, OH 44113
(216) 274-1010
*Reservations available for groups of 10 or more
Chef Andrew Bower and Kyle Fioretti.
We source all seasonal produce and meats fresh from local, organic Northeast Ohio farms. And every component of every dish is made from scratch using the highest-quality ingredients. Located by the Cleveland staple, The Westside Market. Our atmosphere brings you light, bright and chic accents with a bit of pizzaz. Our extensive wine list features standouts and a captains list of special flavors exclusive to our location.
HOURS:
Wed-Thurs: 4pm-12am
Fri: 4pm-2:30am
Sat: 11am-2:30am
Sun: 11am-6pm
VISIT:
1948 W 25th St., Cleveland, OH 44113
(216) 274-1010
*Reservations available for groups of 10 or more
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Joe
Dined 1 day ago
4 (462)
$30 and under
American
Milwaukee
We are THE place to watch sports in Milwaukee! Located in the new Fiserv Forum Entertainment District we have recreated the live in-game experience with state-of-the-art audio visual equipment that will make you feel like you are there! The centerpiece of the experience is a 42 foot wide Ultra High Definition screen. Our menu has been created by a team of talented chefs that elevates sports bar fare to a whole new level.
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TeamT
Dined on 26 Jan 2024
We are THE place to watch sports in Milwaukee! Located in the new Fiserv Forum Entertainment District we have recreated the live in-game experience with state-of-the-art audio visual equipment that will make you feel like you are there! The centerpiece of the experience is a 42 foot wide Ultra High Definition screen. Our menu has been created by a team of talented chefs that elevates sports bar fare to a whole new level.
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TeamT
Dined on 26 Jan 2024
4.5 (231)
$30 and under
Mexican
Lincoln Park
Takito Street, a playful Mexican Street food joint with a playful, contemporary vibe is OPEN across from DePaul University in Lincoln Park. We offer artisanal street tacos made to order (handmade tortillas) and a variety of fresh fruit margaritas Takito restaurants are known for. A scratch kitchen, innovative bar program and a genuinely friendly staff make Takito Street a perfect addition to the DePaul University & Lincoln Park dining scene. Our small Chicago-bred restaurant group has successfully served over 800k guests.
A few fun days to consider:
Tuesday: Taco Tuesday
Friday: Free Latin Dance Class, 9:30pm- 10pm (enjoy dinner before)
Saturday/Sunday: $18pp bottomless mimosa brunch (entree must be ordered)
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KarenVIP
Dined on 9 Feb 2025
Takito Street, a playful Mexican Street food joint with a playful, contemporary vibe is OPEN across from DePaul University in Lincoln Park. We offer artisanal street tacos made to order (handmade tortillas) and a variety of fresh fruit margaritas Takito restaurants are known for. A scratch kitchen, innovative bar program and a genuinely friendly staff make Takito Street a perfect addition to the DePaul University & Lincoln Park dining scene. Our small Chicago-bred restaurant group has successfully served over 800k guests.
A few fun days to consider:
Tuesday: Taco Tuesday
Friday: Free Latin Dance Class, 9:30pm- 10pm (enjoy dinner before)
Saturday/Sunday: $18pp bottomless mimosa brunch (entree must be ordered)
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KarenVIP
Dined on 9 Feb 2025
4.6 (532)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
China Town
Derived from the Chinese Pinyin word “huo lu”, meaning fire pit, HOLU is a modern Asian steakhouse featuring the world’s finest meat — including USDA Prime beef, dry aged in-house with Himalayan pink salt, as well as snow aged Japanese A5 Wagyu, Australian Wagyu, North American Wagyu and more. Complemented with the most sustainable seafood and freshest organic vegetables available, omakase style menus are prepared on a smokeless, ceramic charcoal grill. The bar highlights thoughtfully curated, progressive cocktails as well as select wine, spirits, sake and beer. HOLU is located in Chicago’s West Chinatown neighborhood. Reservations are accepted for parties up to six. Complimentary lot parking is available.
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priscilla
Dined on 3 Oct 2024
Derived from the Chinese Pinyin word “huo lu”, meaning fire pit, HOLU is a modern Asian steakhouse featuring the world’s finest meat — including USDA Prime beef, dry aged in-house with Himalayan pink salt, as well as snow aged Japanese A5 Wagyu, Australian Wagyu, North American Wagyu and more. Complemented with the most sustainable seafood and freshest organic vegetables available, omakase style menus are prepared on a smokeless, ceramic charcoal grill. The bar highlights thoughtfully curated, progressive cocktails as well as select wine, spirits, sake and beer. HOLU is located in Chicago’s West Chinatown neighborhood. Reservations are accepted for parties up to six. Complimentary lot parking is available.
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priscilla
Dined on 3 Oct 2024
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