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Virtue, Chicago, IL
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Virtue

$31 to $50
Regional American (Southern)

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 68 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Stationed in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, Virtue is a Southern American restaurant that leads with a culture of hospitality & kindness. We’ve worked hard to create a warm, honest & thoughtful space. We pride ourselves on unpretentious service, timing & most importantly providing great value. At Virtue we use heritage techniques to create some familiar flavors, & some new ones. We hope to see you soon.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Erick Williams

  • Award icon
    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2024
  • Award icon
    James Beard Award2023
  • Award icon
    James Beard Award2022

From the OpenTable editors: Besides serving exceedingly delicious southern fare and top-notch hospitality from James Beard Award-winning chef Erick Williams, Virtue shows how a restaurant can be a community champion. With moving activist quotes on the windows, art of Black cultural figures, and a minority-centered mentorship program, Williams goes all in on lifting the Black community through food. Pro tip: Don't miss the shortrib, and save room for dessert.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (Southern), American, Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 947-8831
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
    2. James Beard Award 2023
    3. James Beard Award 2022
  • Neighbourhood
    Hyde Park
  • Cross Street
    Harper Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 732 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Virtue offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food," "excellent service," and a "welcoming ambiance." Guests rave about the "melt-in-your-mouth" short ribs and "outstanding" biscuits. While some find it "a bit noisy," the vibrant atmosphere and "delicious Southern cuisine" make it a must-visit in Chicago.

732 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing the service was great. They should update the pictures of the food online. I really didn’t want to go but I’m glad I took a chance it has a great time and the drinks were great as well

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  2. Arris

    VIP

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great atmosphere, and as always great service. I will be back again and I will bring friends! 

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  3. Sarita

    Minneapolis

    21 reviews

    1.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Although the food is good and they were great about accommodating dietary restrictions around gluten and dairy, our overall experience was pretty terrible. From the moment we walked in we were told we were on a time restriction. In other words a timer starts when you’re seated and you have exactly 90 minutes to get through your meal. We were pressured to order even though a third member of our party wasn’t there yet (stuck in traffic) so we had to call her and get her whole order so they would stop pressuring us. In the end all three of us regretted spending so much money to feel rushed and uncomfortable.

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  4. Liz

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service. One of my favorite Chicago restaurants. You have to get the short rib, Mac and cheese and the biscuits.

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  5. Nikki

    VIP

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service was great. Left stuffed and with lots of leftovers. Get the biscuits, short rib, Mac and cheese and banana pudding. Your welcome!

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  6. Han

    VIP

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    I really appreciate the hostess accommodating my late party. But my waiter was not polite, not helpful regarding food intolerances/allergies, and overall condescending in nature.

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  7. Victoria

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food & drinks ! Will definitely be returning …

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  8. Ellen

    VIP

    Chicago

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner was fantastic. Alex, our server was friendly and knowledgeable, making great suggestions. Everything was delicious. I loved the blackened catfish and my husband enjoyed the short ribs. Don’t miss the banana pudding! Great atmosphere.

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  9. Allison

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Virtue is always so good. We loved the biscuits, short rib, fish and grits, collard greens, mac and cheese, and banana pudding. Everything was amazing!

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  10. Andrea

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I ordered the lemon chicken entree, mashed potatoes, gumbo appetizer and peach cobbler for dessert. Everything was presented very well and very tasty! The Lemon Chicken was perfection, I absolutely loved the sauce it was cooked in. The mashed potatoes were amazing. The gumbo was a little salty for my liking, but very good with a hint of spice on the back end. The crust on the peach cobbler was a little TOO touch for my liking, but it was very tasty overall.

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Virtue is rated 4.9 stars by 732 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 68 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Virtue

1462 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615-4512

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
    2. James Beard Award 2023
    3. James Beard Award 2022
  • Cross Street
    Harper Ave.
  • Neighbourhood
    Hyde Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (Southern), American, Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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