Award-winning

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden

4.6

2409 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 33 times today

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden, home to celebrated Chef Art Smith, is a farm-to-table oasis in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast and deeply rooted in the philosophy of letting the seasons dictate the menu. From its inception, the Blue Door brand has become synonymous with sustainability and responsible sourcing. We pride ourselves in showcasing dishes made from fresh, local ingredients sourced from Midwest farms.

Experience a chef-driven menu featuring everything from pierogis and market fresh salads, to Chef Art Smith’s famous buttermilk fried chicken. Walk-ins are always encouraged. Be sure to join us during the warmer weather months when the beautiful outdoor patio is open. While visiting, be sure to enjoy one of Blue Door Kitchen’s garden-to-glass cocktails, local beers or perfectly paired wines from our extensive list.

For reservations eight or larger, please call the restaurant 312-573-4000.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary Southern, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 573-4000
Website
http://www.bluedoorkitchenchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef De Juan
Private party facilities
Blue Door Kitchen's upstairs dining room is available for private events of up to 56 people for a seated dinner or 75 people for a standing cocktail reception. For a buyout of the whole restaurant up to 85; for a seated dinner divided between both dining rooms. Patio seats 80 and 120 for a standing cocktail reception.

Location
52 West Elm Street, Chicago, IL 60610
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Cross street
Between Clark & Dearborn Streets
Parking details
Valet available the following days:Wednesday-Friday 4pm-8:30pmSaturday & Sunday 9am-8:30pm
Public transit
CTA Red Line Trains to Clark/Division stop#22 Clark Street Bus#36 Broadway Bus
Entertainment
No
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Shrimp & Grits$24.00
geechie boy grits, andouille, tomato stew
Buttermilk Fried Chicken$26.00
garlic mashed potato, hot sauce
Salmon En Croute$29.00
apple butter, brussels sprouts, fennel, rosemary cream
Ribeye
zucchini, pecan pesto, green tomatoes
- MP
Parisienne Gnocchi$28.00
farm carrots, peas, cheese of the day
1/2 Rack of Lamb
summer couscous, pickled melons, fennel, cilantro, lamb jus
- MP

Desserts

Hummingbird Cake$12.00
pecan, coconut crumble, seasonal coulis
Key Lime Pie$9.00
whipped cream, macadamia praline, burnt honey caramel
Gelato$7.00
daily selection

Cocktails

The Stars

Fort Dearborn (1803)$14.00
Tanquery Gin, celery bitters, tonic, sage
Chicago Fire (1871)$14.00
Don Julio Blanco Tequila, dragon fruit syrup, lime, grapefruit bitters
Columbian Exposition (1893)$14.00
Fleur de Cana Rum, falernum, italicus, lime, soda; nut allergy
Century of Progress (1933)$14.00
Strawberry-infused Western Son Vodka, rhubarb liquor, lime, ginger beer

The Stripes

The Lake & the River$14.00
Jasmine tea infused Glenfiddich scotch, lemon, simple syrup, thyme
The South Side$14.00
Blackberry Infused Union Mezcal, sake, elderflower, lemon, simple syrup, aquafaba
The West Side$14.00
Bulleit/ Fleur De Cana Anejo, Amargo de chile, lime, simple syrup
The North Side$14.00
Hess Chardonay, grapefruit juice, elderflower, lime, simple syrup

Reserve List

Bubbles

N.V. Veuve Clicquot, Brut, France$125.00
N.V. J Vineyards, Cuvee, California$75.00
N.V J Vineyards, Rose, California$85.00

White

Cortese, A Posto, 2017, Nizza Monferrato, Italy$50.00
Chenin Blanc, Domaine Brisebarre, Vouvray, 2014, Loire Valley, France$90.00
Chenin Blanc, Old Vine, Bellingham, 2017, Coastal, South Africa$80.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Blank Stare Orin Swift, 2017, St Helena, California$95.00
Chardonnay, Ramey, 2014, Sonoma County, California$140.00
Riesling, The Seeker, 2017, Mosel, Germany$62.00

Red

Pinot Noir, Resonance, 2017, Willamette, Oregon$175.00
Gamay Noir, Chateau Des Jacques, Morgon, 2016, Burgundy, France$70.00
Bordeaux Blend, Chateau Musar, 2011, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon$200.00
Bordeaux Blend, Ramey Claret, 2016, Napa Valley, California$100.00
Syrah, Stolpman Vineyards, 2017, Ballard Canyon, California$85.00
Grenache, Syrah, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, 2016, Rhone, France$140.00
Grenache, Syrah, M. Chpoutier, 2011, Côtes du Roussillon Villages, France$280.00
Corvina, Rondinella, Masi, 2013, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico, Italy$225.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Louis .M. Martini,2016, Napa Valley, California$90.00

Wines by the Glass

Bubbles

N.V. Taittinger Champagne, Reims, France$17.00
N.V. Poema Cava Brut, Penedes Spain$13.00
N.V. Villa Sandi ll Fresco Rose, Veneto, Italy$13.00

Rosé

Breezette, 2018, Provence, France$16.00
Bottled Exclusively for Blue Door Kitchen & Garden

White

Sauvignon Blanc, Honig, 2018, Napa, California$15.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre, Moreux Les Bouffants, 2018, Loire Valley, France$20.00
Muller-Thurgau, Kettmeir, 2017, Alto Adige, Italy$14.00
Pinot Grigio, Bollini, 2017, Trentino, Italy$15.00
Pinot Grigio, Riff, 2018, Veneto, Italy$12.00
Chardonnay, Albert Bichot, Domaine Long-Depaquit Chablis, 2017, Burgundy, France$16.00
Chardonnay, Raeburn, 2017, Russian River, Sonoma County, California$16.00
Riesling, Hirsch, Zöbing, 2015, Kamptal, Austria$17.00

Red

Pinot Noir, Ken Wright, 2017, Willamette Valley, Oregon$17.00
Corvina, Rondinella, Tommasi Valpolicella Ripasso 2016, Veneto, Italy$18.00
Malbec, Graffito, 2017, Lujan De Cuyo, Argentina$15.00
Tempranillo, El Vinculo, 2013, Castilla La Mancha, Spain$13.00
Grenache Blend, Côtes Du Rhône, 2015, Rhône, France$14.00
Sangiovese, Tenute Slivio Nardi, 2017, Rosso di Montalcino, Italy$20.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Roth Estate, 2017, Central Coast, California$18.00
Merlot, Duckhorn Vineyards, 2016, Napa Valley, California$20.00

Other

Mimosa$9.00
Seasonal Mimosa$10.00

Bourbon / Whiskey

1792 Bourbon$14.00
Basil Hayden$14.00
Bearface$16.00
Blantons$21.00
Buffalo Trace$11.00
Bulleit$12.00
Cody Road Rye$17.00
Eagle Rare 10 Year$13.00
E.H Taylor Jr Single Barrel$14.00
Gentleman Jack$15.00
Hibiki$32.00
High West Double Rye$16.00
Kentucky Owl$48.00
Old Potrero$22.00
Rabbit Hole$16.00
Sazarac Rye$13.00
Templeton Rye$14.00
Tullamore D.E.W$14.00
Weller Special Reserve$12.00
W.L Weller 12 Year$15.00
Weller Antique 107$14.00
Whistle Pig 15 Year$45.00
Woodford Reserve$16.00
Willet 3 Year Rye$23.00

Scotch

Balvenie 15 Year$20.00
Balvenie 21 Year$38.00
Dalmore 12 Year$15.00
Dalwhinnie 15 Year$18.00
Glenfiddich 12 Year$12.00
Glenrothes Single Malt Scotch$14.00
Johnny Walker Black$24.00
Johnny Walker Blue$80.00
Macallan 12 Year$14.00
Macallan 18 Year$45.00
Monkey Shoulder Scotch$15.00

Tequila / Mezcal

Clase Azul Plata$25.00
Clase Azul Reposado$30.00
Don Julio Blanco$12.00
Don Julio Reposado$17.00
Don Julio 1942$28.00
Milagro Silver$13.00
Milagro Reposado$14.00
Milagro Anejo$15.00
Paris Reposado$12.00
Union Mezcal$12.00
Villa Sosu Mezcal$12.00
Lucy Pistolas Mezcal$10.00

What 2,409 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden offers a delightful dining experience with standout dishes like "best cornbread" and "best fried chicken in town." Guests enjoy the "magical" back patio and "cozy farmhouse" ambiance. The menu features inspired comfort foods, and the service is "attentive." Perfect for celebrations or a relaxed brunch.

2,409 Reviews

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Shamil
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
our experience was really nice. we’ll be back in the summer to experience outdoor seating.
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded 1 day ago
Thank you, Shamil, for your kind review! We’re glad to hear you had a nice experience and are excited to welcome you back in the summer to enjoy our outdoor seating. We look forward to seeing you again soon! The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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Scott
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thoroughly enjoyed our dinner at Blue Door. Service was excellent, the fried chicken was superb all in an inviting environment.
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded today
Dear Scott, Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your dinner, especially the fried chicken, and that our service and inviting atmosphere added to your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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Andrew
Detroit
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
One of our favorite brunch spots, we were happy to come back for dinner. Our food was tasty as always and service was attentive. We were seated upstairs and enjoyed the quiet.
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded 1 day ago
Thank you, Andrew, for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad to hear Blue Door Kitchen & Garden is one of your favorite brunch spots and that you enjoyed your dinner with us as well. We appreciate your feedback about the upstairs ventilation and will look into it to enhance comfort for our guests. Thank you for recognizing our attentive staff—we’ll be sure to share your kind words with the team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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Algean
VIP
Chicago
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were on point! Thanks, Art!!!❤️
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded 1 day ago
Thank you, Algean, for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the food and service. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Art! We look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience soon. ❤️ The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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Mary
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food. Lovely flavors. Excellent and very warm and attentive service.
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded 6 days ago
Thank you, Mary, for your kind review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the delicious food, lovely flavors, and warm, attentive service. Your support means the world to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon for another wonderful experience! The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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Clay
VIP
Nashville
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
It was a nice and cozy meal. Not too many options on the menu but the pear salad and lamb rack were both pretty good. The cocktails were a bit small. If they had a few more options like the burger from Bluedoor Farmstand than I would be more inclined to come back
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded on January 5, 2025
Thank you, Clay, for sharing your thoughts with us. We’re glad you enjoyed the pear salad and lamb rack, but we appreciate your feedback on the menu variety and cocktail sizes. We’ll certainly keep your suggestions in mind. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to our manager through our website or by phone if there’s anything we can do to improve your next visit. We hope to welcome you back soon! The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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Stacey
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly recommend for brunch...creative comfort foods, fresh and delicious! We all loved our meals and the service was lovely and we were not rushed.
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded on January 3, 2025
Thank you, Stacey, for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your brunch and appreciated the creative comfort foods, fresh flavors, and lovely service. Your recommendation means so much to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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Rachel
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always good…the Mac and cheese is a standout as is the fried chicken Benedict..best servers..can’t wait to go back;)
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded on January 3, 2025
Thank you, Rachel, for your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear you loved the mac and cheese, fried chicken Benedict, and our amazing team of servers. Your kind words mean the world to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back soon! The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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Semsa
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best cornbread I’ve ever had. So happy we found this gem!
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded on January 3, 2025
Thank you, Semsa, for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you loved the cornbread and are so glad you found us. Your kind words mean a lot, and we can’t wait to welcome you back soon for another great experience! The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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Natasa
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Corn bread was amazing with fried chicken. The braised short rib is great. Highly recommend coming here if you looking for great comfort food and a nice quiet atmosphere.
Blue Door Kitchen & GardenResponded on January 5, 2025
Thank you, Natasa, for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the cornbread, fried chicken, and braised short rib. Your recommendation means so much to us, and we’re delighted you found the atmosphere to be just right. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another comforting and delicious meal! The Blue Door Kitchen & Garden Team
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FAQs

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Blue Door Kitchen & Garden also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 573-4000.

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden is rated 4.6 stars by 2409 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 33 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Blue Door Kitchen & Garden

52 West Elm Street, Chicago, IL 60610

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
Between Clark & Dearborn Streets
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary Southern, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet available the following days:Wednesday-Friday 4pm-8:30pmSaturday & Sunday 9am-8:30pm
Public transit
CTA Red Line Trains to Clark/Division stop#22 Clark Street Bus#36 Broadway Bus
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef De Juan
Entertainment
No
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bluedoorkitchenchicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 573-4000
Private party facilities
Blue Door Kitchen's upstairs dining room is available for private events of up to 56 people for a seated dinner or 75 people for a standing cocktail reception. For a buyout of the whole restaurant up to 85; for a seated dinner divided between both dining rooms. Patio seats 80 and 120 for a standing cocktail reception.

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Mac & Cheese

Brussels & Kale Salad

To Share

Baba Ganoush$12.00

Deviled Eggs$9.00

Crab Cake$17.00

Cornbread$9.00

Mac & Cheese$10.00

Salads & Soups

Bibb Salad$15.00

Brussels & Kale Salad$17.00

Minestrone Soup$7.00

Entrées

Shrimp & Grits$24.00

Buttermilk Fried Chicken$26.00

Salmon En Croute$29.00

Ribeye

Parisienne Gnocchi$28.00

1/2 Rack of Lamb

Desserts

Hummingbird Cake$12.00

Key Lime Pie$9.00

Gelato$7.00

Cocktails

The Stars

Fort Dearborn (1803)$14.00

Chicago Fire (1871)$14.00

Columbian Exposition (1893)$14.00

Century of Progress (1933)$14.00

The Stripes

The Lake & the River$14.00

The South Side$14.00

The West Side$14.00

The North Side$14.00

Reserve List

Bubbles

N.V. Veuve Clicquot, Brut, France$125.00

N.V. J Vineyards, Cuvee, California$75.00

N.V J Vineyards, Rose, California$85.00

White

Cortese, A Posto, 2017, Nizza Monferrato, Italy$50.00

Chenin Blanc, Domaine Brisebarre, Vouvray, 2014, Loire Valley, France$90.00

Chenin Blanc, Old Vine, Bellingham, 2017, Coastal, South Africa$80.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Blank Stare Orin Swift, 2017, St Helena, California$95.00

Chardonnay, Ramey, 2014, Sonoma County, California$140.00

Riesling, The Seeker, 2017, Mosel, Germany$62.00

Red

Pinot Noir, Resonance, 2017, Willamette, Oregon$175.00

Gamay Noir, Chateau Des Jacques, Morgon, 2016, Burgundy, France$70.00

Bordeaux Blend, Chateau Musar, 2011, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon$200.00

Bordeaux Blend, Ramey Claret, 2016, Napa Valley, California$100.00

Syrah, Stolpman Vineyards, 2017, Ballard Canyon, California$85.00

Grenache, Syrah, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, 2016, Rhone, France$140.00

Grenache, Syrah, M. Chpoutier, 2011, Côtes du Roussillon Villages, France$280.00

Corvina, Rondinella, Masi, 2013, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico, Italy$225.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Louis .M. Martini,2016, Napa Valley, California$90.00

Wines by the Glass

Bubbles

N.V. Taittinger Champagne, Reims, France$17.00

N.V. Poema Cava Brut, Penedes Spain$13.00

N.V. Villa Sandi ll Fresco Rose, Veneto, Italy$13.00

Rosé

Breezette, 2018, Provence, France$16.00

White

Sauvignon Blanc, Honig, 2018, Napa, California$15.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre, Moreux Les Bouffants, 2018, Loire Valley, France$20.00

Muller-Thurgau, Kettmeir, 2017, Alto Adige, Italy$14.00

Pinot Grigio, Bollini, 2017, Trentino, Italy$15.00

Pinot Grigio, Riff, 2018, Veneto, Italy$12.00

Chardonnay, Albert Bichot, Domaine Long-Depaquit Chablis, 2017, Burgundy, France$16.00

Chardonnay, Raeburn, 2017, Russian River, Sonoma County, California$16.00

Riesling, Hirsch, Zöbing, 2015, Kamptal, Austria$17.00

Red

Pinot Noir, Ken Wright, 2017, Willamette Valley, Oregon$17.00

Corvina, Rondinella, Tommasi Valpolicella Ripasso 2016, Veneto, Italy$18.00