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Gale Street Inn, Chicago, IL
Gale Street Inn, Chicago, IL
Gale Street Inn, Chicago, IL
Gale Street Inn, Chicago, IL
Gale Street Inn, Chicago, IL

Gale Street Inn

4.8
4.8
296 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
4914 N Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL 60630

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Speak easy vibes set the feel of this old school Chicago tavern. Mix in live music Thursday through Saturday and your environment is cool and complete for a great dining experience. Think Supper Club. Dinner at the bar is also an option with the full menu available. Ribs, Steaks and Seafood front the fare along with fantastic sides and soups. Don't sleep on the Burgers... served with fresh cut fries. The Baby Back Ribs take top billing and you can pair them with your choice of seafood including fried shrimp, steamed crablegs or half a chicken. Quality and consistency in both food and service are worthy of your dining dollar. A recent make over of our side room has inspired Club 45. A perfect private room with a mix of seating arangements for lunch, brunch or dinner affairs. Let us host your next gathering of 20 to 50 guests. Free parking is available right next to the restaurant in the Huntington Bank lot.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Liborio Martinez
  • Catering
    Visit our Website to see options or custom create your menu.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighbourhood
    Jefferson Park
  • Cross Street
    Lawrence
  • Parking details
    Free lot next to restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Jefferson Park is the stop across the street - Blue Line - Metra Train - CTA & Pace Buses
  • Entertainment
    Lenny Capp Trio Monday nights 6:30 - 9:00.Jazz StandardsLenny Capp Trio Monday nights 6:30 - 9:00.Jazz StandardsMagician on Sundays from 4:00 - 8:00 PM.;
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 296 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    American

  • Northwest Suburbs

    Best Overall

  • Northwest Suburbs

    Best Food

  • Northwest Suburbs

    Best Ambience

  • Northwest Suburbs

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gale Street Inn is beloved for its "fantastic ribs and impeccable service." Guests appreciate the "welcoming atmosphere" and "consistent quality," making it a neighborhood gem. The inviting renovations and "amazing live music" enhance the dining experience. While occasional service mishaps occur, the overall "great value and delicious food" keep patrons returning.
296 Reviews
  1. Joe

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, service and vibe are ALWAYS outstanding!!

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  2. Bernadette VIP

    Chicago9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great ribs as always and great service. Always wonderful

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  3. Jay

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great experience with friendly staff and out of this world ribs!

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  4. Tony

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I haven’t been here in 40 years. The food was great as it always was.

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  5. Barbara

    Las Vegas11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gale Street Inn is as good as it has always been. Every bite of every fish was delicious. The renovations are very inviting. The entertainment was enjoyable without being distracting.

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  6. Anthony

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quietly one of the best dining experiences in the city. Quality good tasting food for a reasonable price. Service impeccable size of the menu is perfect.

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  7. Suzy

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gale Street Inn is a gem in the neighborhood. The food is outstanding and the service is warm and welcoming. The overall vibe is very cool.

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  8. Lisa

    Chicago19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gale Street does not disappoint from the welcome at the front door to service at the table. The food is delicious and we had great live music.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure to take the family to GSI. Our very favorite. never disappoints. and always something new to try. the cocktails were fabulous! And the food, as usual, so great!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    New management- much improved! Great experience overall.

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  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Northwest Suburbs
  5. Jefferson Park

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
Google Map for Gale Street Inn

4914 N Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL 60630

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Lawrence
  • Neighbourhood
    Jefferson Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free lot next to restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Jefferson Park is the stop across the street - Blue Line - Metra Train - CTA & Pace Buses
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Liborio Martinez
  • Entertainment
    Lenny Capp Trio Monday nights 6:30 - 9:00.Jazz StandardsLenny Capp Trio Monday nights 6:30 - 9:00.Jazz StandardsMagician on Sundays from 4:00 - 8:00 PM.;
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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