Free Rein

4.1 (236)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

224 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601

About this restaurant

Innovative
Romantic
Good for special occasions

Situated on the doorstep of historic Michigan Avenue, next to St. Jane, Free Rein is a an American brasserie celebrating Chicago’s diverse food biography.

Monday - Friday
Breakfast 7:00am - 11:00am All Day Dining Menu 11:30am to 10:00pm

Weekends
Saturday Brunch 7:00am - 2:00pm All Day Dining 2:30pm to 10:00pm
Sunday Brunch 7:00am – 2:00pm Bar Menu 2:30pm to 9:00pm

For reservations, feel free to email: freereinreservations@stjanehotel.com

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, French
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat 7:00 am–2:00 pm All Day Dining Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Mon–Sat 2:30 pm–10:00 pm
Website
https://www.freereinrestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Kristine Subido

Location
224 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601
Area
Downtown / Loop
Cross Street
E Wacker Place
Parking Details
Valet
Public transport
State & Lake
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Oysters
raw on ice
- eachUS$3.00
Everything Spiced EclairUS$9.00
stuffed with smoked whitefish filling
Fried Jidori ChickenUS$12.00
kimchi slaw, honey glazed
Beef TartareUS$16.00
Bernaise, shoestring potatoes
Shrimp CocktailUS$18.00
cocktail sauce, lemon
Cheese & Charcuterie BoardUS$24.00
housemade breads, jam, accoutrements

Sides

Cheddar Cheese FriesUS$9.00
BroccoliniUS$9.00
Roasted Brussels SproutsUS$9.00

Main Entrees

Chicken PotpieUS$21.00
roasted vegetables, black truffle, puff pastry (available before 4pm)
Potato GnocchiUS$22.00
charred broccoli, ricotta salata
Seared Sea ScallopsUS$24.00
cauliflower puree, golden raisins, brown butter
TagliatelleUS$25.00
short rib ragout, chimichurri sauce, pecorino cheese
King SalmonUS$30.00
pepperade, charred leaks, maitake, citrus butter

Feature Item

Available after 4pm

Roasted Duck BreastUS$28.00
roasted pineapple, cilantro
Slagel Farms 32oz Dry Aged StriplionUS$125.00
bone marrow jus, roasted mushrooms, choice of side (serves 2-4)

Salads

Add ons: avocado $3, chicken $5, bacon $4, salmon $8, steak $10

Farro SaladUS$12.00
burrata, grapes, marcona almonds, apple cider vinaigrette
Mixed Green SaladUS$12.00
champagne vinaigrette
Gem Lettuce SaladUS$12.00
XO buttermilk dressing, Dijon croutons, scallions

Sandwiches

served with cheddar cheese fries or mixed greens

Chicken ParmesanUS$17.00
giardiniera aioli, focaccia
Free Rein BurgerUS$19.00
pickles, special sauce, cheddar cheese
Lobster RollUS$19.00
herb aioli, smoked paprika, brioche roll

Housemade Bread Basket

Housemade Bread BasketUS$6.00
whipped salted butter

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Free Rein.

4.1

(236)

4.2Food
4.0Service
4.2Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

236 Reviews

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Aev375
Chicago / Illinois1 review
3.0
Dined on 23 February 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Food was incredibly plain and disappointing for the price. I had high expectations, but it seems they spent most of their investments on interiors rather than their menu and food.
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SarahD
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
2.0
Dined on 16 February 2020
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Service was horrible. The waiter didn't know anything, couldn't answer a single question. Never brought coffee that we ordered. Mixed up one of our meals -- asked for a different side, didn't get it right or apologize or fix. Ordered an espresso shot, he came back with a cappuccino. Would never recommend to someone.
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JanelleT
Chicago / Illinois1 review
1.0
Dined on 16 February 2020
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We had reservations for last Saturday at 6pm. We arrived and found out the restaurant was closed down for a party. When we told an employee we had reservations, he went to get a manager. The manager never showed up. We received no notice there was a party. We did not eat there so I cannot comment on the food.
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Merrick
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
3.0
Dined on 15 February 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
IT was Valentines evening. The restaurant was crowded and well understaffed. Our server was pleasant but had way to many tables. A lot of hard services in the room so a lot of echo sounds. The good. THe food was well prepared and cooked correctly. The plating was very nice.
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OpenTable Diner Gold
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
3.0
Dined on 11 February 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant was beautiful and the food was good. The service started our good but we rarely saw our waitress although it wasn’t busy and also did not have anyone refill our water, which we all needed.
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AZ563
Chicago / Illinois12 reviews
4.0
Dined on 1 February 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Came for restaurant week lunch! Was good but bread seemed stale for the grilled cheese and way too greasy. The dessert portion was very very small.
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DeborahM
Chicago / Illinois4 reviews
2.0
Dined on 29 January 2020
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The food was below my expectations. My grilled cheese had burnt bread (a chef should be embarrassed to send something like that out) and the taste was awkward, cheese was odd and cold. The service was terribly unorganized and honestly most staff seemed like they had never worked in a major restaurant in their lives. The only good part was the staff filling water - they were on it but to the point where it was almost annoying. You took one sip and then were refilling. Huge disappointment.
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Scott Gold
Chicago / Illinois7 reviews
2.0
Dined on 25 January 2020
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Too bright. Servers were confused and forgetful. Food was something I could have made at home. I suggest rethinking the entire concept...
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 18 January 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was delicious. The service could have been a bit better.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 January 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Birthday weekend with friends
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, French
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat 7:00 am–2:00 pm All Day Dining Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Mon–Sat 2:30 pm–10:00 pm
Website
https://www.freereinrestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Kristine Subido

Location
224 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601
Area
Downtown / Loop
Cross Street
E Wacker Place
Parking Details
Valet
Public transport
State & Lake
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Free Rein

About this restaurant

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Additional information

Soup

Chef's Choice SoupUS$9.00

Starters

Oysters

Everything Spiced EclairUS$9.00

Fried Jidori ChickenUS$12.00

Beef TartareUS$16.00

Shrimp CocktailUS$18.00

Cheese & Charcuterie BoardUS$24.00

Sides

Cheddar Cheese FriesUS$9.00

BroccoliniUS$9.00

Roasted Brussels SproutsUS$9.00

Main Entrees

Chicken PotpieUS$21.00

Potato GnocchiUS$22.00

Seared Sea ScallopsUS$24.00

TagliatelleUS$25.00

King SalmonUS$30.00

Feature Item

Roasted Duck BreastUS$28.00

Slagel Farms 32oz Dry Aged StriplionUS$125.00

Salads

Farro SaladUS$12.00

Mixed Green SaladUS$12.00

Gem Lettuce SaladUS$12.00

Sandwiches

Chicken ParmesanUS$17.00

Free Rein BurgerUS$19.00

Lobster RollUS$19.00

Housemade Bread Basket

Housemade Bread BasketUS$6.00

Additional information

Not available on OpenTable