ETC.

4.5

105 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Mar 28, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Romantic

Lamar J. Moore, the beloved, Chicago-based, chef, has manifested a vision of elevated Southern cuisine in a Northern city where the bulk of the Black American community has direct Southern ancestry and roots. Soil was rich and ready for the unique warmth of his ideas. The opening team of etc. has created a space, menu, beverage program, and flow of service that is simultaneously down-home and adventurous, and as intriguing and challenging as it is familiar Our mission is to bring a high level of experience, taste, and cocktails to the loop/printers row, family-style and without any pretension.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Regional American (Southern)
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 343-6872
Website
http://www.etc-chicago.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Lamar Moore
Private party facilities
Please contact management directly for inquiries about private events. You may contact management via GM@etc-chicago.com

Location
404 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607-3904
Neighbourhood
Downtown / Loop
Cross Street
Corner of Van Buren and Wells
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
1 block south of the Quincy stop.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

Copy of ETC X Caviar Dream X BAYAB
US$135.00 per person
Prepaid
Apr 3, 2025 only
An Unforgettable Culinary experience Awaits Join us on Thursday, April 3rd, for ETC’s first-ever experiential dining event—a night of bold flavors, luxury, and expertly crafted pairings. We’re collaborating with the esteemed Caviar Dream and the innovative BAYAB African Spirits to bring you an exclusive four-course tasting menu that promises to tantalize your senses. Curated by our very own Chef Lamar Moore, each course will feature the decadent touch of Caviar Dream premium caviar, highlighting its versatility and elegance. To elevate the experience even further, each dish will be perfectly paired with a handcrafted cocktail featuring BAYAB’s exceptional African spirits. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to indulge in a one-of-a-kind gastronomic experience. Limited seating available—reserve your spot now! Event Highlights: Four-Course Menu by Chef Lamar Moore: Each course features premium caviar from Caviar Dream, transforming traditional dishes into extraordinary culinary delights. Exclusive Cocktail Pairings: Savor handcrafted cocktails infused with Bayab Gin, a premium African gin crafted with botanicals sourced across the continent, including the unique Baobab fruit. Interactive Educational Sessions: Engage with representatives from Caviar Dream and Bayab Gin as they share insights into their products, the inspiration behind them, and the art of pairing. About Our Partners: Caviar Dream: On a mission to make caviar accessible for everyone, Caviar Dream specializes in direct-to-consumer caviar sales and events, helping you discover how caviar can be a little less fancy and a lot more fun! Black Woman Owned Bayab Gin: A premium African gin, Bayab is crafted with botanicals sourced across the African continent, including the Baobab fruit, creating a refreshing and vibrant flavor. Reservation Details: Price: $150 per person (includes four-course dinner and cocktail pairings) Seating: Limited availability; early reservation is highly recommended. How to Reserve: Visit our website at etc-chicago.com or call us at 773-343-6872. Join us for an evening where luxury meets accessibility, and culinary artistry intertwines with cultural celebration. We look forward to sharing this unique experience with you!

Offers

ETC Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Wed - Fri - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
ETC Happy Hour

Fried Chicken and Waffles US$21.00
Brown Butter Waffles and Fried Chicken, Bourbon Maple Syrup
Impossible Biscuits and Gravy (Vegetarian)US$20.00
Buttermilk Biscuits, Impossible Sawmill Gravy, Sunny Eggs, Chives
Breakfast Sandwich US$18.00
Black Pepper Bacon, Soft Scramble, White Cheddar, Croissant
Shrimp & Grits US$26.00
Cajun Etouffee, Tiger Shrimp, Mascarpone Whipped Grits
Smoked Salmon Scramble US$21.00
Farm Eggs, Creme Fraiche, Crushed Potatoes, Chives
Blueberry Pancakes US$18.00
Blueberries, Ricotta lemon Cream, Maple Syrup

Sides

Breakfast Potatoes US$6.00
Eggs (2) US$8.00
Maple Black Pepper Thick Cut Bacon US$8.00
Chicken Sausage (2) US$6.00
Turkey SausageUS$6.00

What 105 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

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ETC offers an outstanding dining experience with "amazing food," a welcoming "ambiance," and attentive service. Diners rave about the "delicious cocktails," standout dishes like the oxtail and grits, and the "soul warming" service. Perfect for special occasions or a casual meal, it's a must-try spot.

105 Reviews

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Carla VIP
Chicago85 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic meal and service at ETC!! We had a work dinner meeting and it was lovely. The atmosphere is very cute too. We will be back!
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Felicia VIP
Chicago56 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My first time at this restaurant. I took my best friend as an appreciation lunch and the staff, food and drinks were ah-mazing. Looking forward to returning soon.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience overall. Food was great. Service was great as well. This was my 2nd time coming and both times 💯
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Charisma
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is absolutely amazing, and the staff is incredibly welcoming. I will be coming back!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent and service impeccable! Shout out to Precious!
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Ashley VIP
Chicago7 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and customer service. Second time dinning here. Came for brunch and everything was really good. The blueberry lemon pancakes and the breakfast sandwich was delicious! I would go back.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Chicago7 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous vibes, delicious food, excellent cocktails. A real gem!!
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Mitchel VIP
Chicago7 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an outstanding time at ETC. Dre, the chef, went out of his way to make sure my wife’s gluten allergy was accommodated both during dinner and dessert. Dre epitomized the type of chef and thoughtfulness we all want in elevated dining experiences. I had the oxtail and my wife, the lamb. We shared the catfish dip and a salad to start. I had the banana pudding for dessert and Dre concocted a coconut rice pudding my wife. We enjoyed everything we ate and will definitely be back. Cocktails were great as well.
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Ann Marie VIP
Chicago4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the moment we walked in & were greeted, the service was friendly, welcoming, & enthusiastic. Cocktails were great. Every dish was delicious & soul warming.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago4 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 14, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s gorgeous inside. I had the burger, truffle fries, spinach & artichoke dip. Everything was pretty good. The portion size for the fries were really small. The menu isn’t huge so it’s probably best to look before you go. They also told us we had to leave like 15 minutes before our 2 hour reservation was up. We were almost done but I’ve just never been rushed out before. Despite that, the service was really great.
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FAQs

ETC. offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 343-6872.

ETC. is rated 4.5 stars by 105 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 28, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

404 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607-3904

Additional information

Cross Street
Corner of Van Buren and Wells
Neighbourhood
Downtown / Loop
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Regional American (Southern)
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
1 block south of the Quincy stop.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Lamar Moore
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://www.etc-chicago.com/
Phone number
(773) 343-6872
Private party facilities
Please contact management directly for inquiries about private events. You may contact management via GM@etc-chicago.com

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Copy of ETC X Caviar Dream X BAYAB

ETC Happy Hour

Small plates

Salmon Croquettes US$16.00

Seasonal Fruit Plate US$13.00

Cinnamon Roll US$14.00

Biscuits US$13.00

Toasts

Avocado ToastUS$17.00

Mushroom Toast US$19.00

Greens

Little Gem Salad US$18.00

Strawberry CapreseUS$17.00

Mains

Fried Chicken and Waffles US$21.00

Impossible Biscuits and Gravy (Vegetarian)US$20.00

Breakfast Sandwich US$18.00

Shrimp & Grits US$26.00

Smoked Salmon Scramble US$21.00

Blueberry Pancakes US$18.00

Sides

Breakfast Potatoes US$6.00

Eggs (2) US$8.00

Maple Black Pepper Thick Cut Bacon US$8.00

Chicken Sausage (2) US$6.00

Turkey SausageUS$6.00

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