TAO Chicago

Kevin 4 weeks ago

We had had a great time at Tao Chicago last night. Had an 830 rez got seated around 9.. Opted for Harmonized for the table. Appetizer, Amakasi sushi/rolls, mains, and dessert. It was a very nice option for our table. The dry ice presentation was terrific. Enjoyed it. It was a dining experience for sure. Having a DJ during dinner was new for me. Very upbeat high-energy loud dinner. We got to sample many menu items with our 4 course dinner and I didnt think all the food that we ate was that great. Some definitely missed the mark. Presentation was terrific though. I would recommend this dining experience.

Dorsha Dawkins (JustDorsha) 2 months ago

I absolutely love the ambiance! Just gorgeous. Didn't like the BBQ chicken with was vinegary so I exchanged it for the crispy orange chicken, which wasn't crispy. The Brussels Sprouts weren't charred and very crunchy. I also had to exchange my cocktail. Dinner was over $200 for 2 people. Service was great. He loved his food.

Jasmine Delana 3 months ago

TAO Chicago is a vibe — visually, at least. The food genuinely delivered. The lobster wontons in shiitake ginger broth were a great way to start, and the tempura green beans and tempura avocado were solid appetizers. The shrimp fried rice was the clear winner of the night — good enough that my husband sent back his original dish and ordered the same thing I got. A few things kept it from being a 5-star experience though: our server was managing a lot of tables and the attention showed — drink refills were slower than we would’ve liked. And the noise level made actual conversation at the table pretty tough. Reservation was honored on time, food came out well, but the overall experience was just okay. The kitchen is doing its job. The rest of the experience just needs to match it.

Peng-Sue Vang 3 months ago

Tao Chicago definitely stands out when it comes to atmosphere and the space is beautiful, lively, and has that upscale, high-end vibe. It’s a great place to go if you’re looking for an energetic night out or want to enjoy the scene. However, the food and pricing don’t quite live up to the experience. Tao positions itself as a higher-end restaurant, so everything is on the pricier side, but the portions are fairly small for what you pay. While the food is good, it’s not necessarily worth the cost compared to other spots in the same range. Overall, I’d recommend coming here for the Tao party and ambiance rather than for a full dining experience. It’s a great place to hang out and enjoy the vibe just don’t expect the food to be the highlight.

Jules Garcia Edited 4 months ago

Me and my friend’s came here for dinner to celebrate our birthdays, and overall we had a really good time. The atmosphere was really nice and honestly one of my favorite parts. The inside is beautiful, with so many eye catching details everywhere. The music was really good too and set the vibe. We came for dinner, but you can tell it brings that lounge/club energy as well, which was just what we needed! The service was good, everyone was nice, and our food came out pretty fast. We got sushi and dumplings, and those were amazing! It is definitely expensive, but that was expected. My only complaint was the steak. We got the $110 steak, and even though it tasted okay, I don’t feel like it was worth $110. I was expecting more, so that part was a little disappointing, and I probably wouldn’t order it again. Other than that, everything else was great, and I’d definitely come back! 💜