TAO Chicago
Chicago
At a glance
TAO Chicago offers a luxurious escape into a world of vibrant Asian-inspired dining and nightlife, cultivating an atmosphere that draws from its New York counterpart. Situated in a dynamic two-level space, TAO presents a blend of culinary delight and visual grandeur. The massive 20-foot Quan Yin statue, noted for its 3D projection mapping, stands over a koi pond, serving as a notable centerpiece and creating a unique ambiance. The venue’s design emphasizes visual beauty, featuring a grand staircase, round banquettes, and Chinese daybed-influenced sofas that enhance the social experience.
TAO Chicago’s culinary offerings are centered on Asian fusion, presenting a curated menu of chef-driven bites and cocktails. Known for its attention to detail, the menu promises creativity and bold flavors throughout. Bringing an immersive experience, the restaurant provides multiple private dining areas, ideal for exclusive events and intimate gatherings, accommodating guests with a need for customized space and personalization.
Beyond its dining experience, TAO Chicago also features an integrated nightclub environment where visitors can enjoy curated music and a lively atmosphere. This dual-purpose venue invites guests to seamlessly transition from dining to nightlife, providing a comprehensive evening entertainment option.
The dress code encourages a smart casual-elegant style, elevating the experience and ensuring every visit is memorable. With its vibrant setting and versatile offerings, TAO Chicago is suited for those looking to indulge in fine dining as well as an exciting nighttime scene.
Reviews
TAO is my absolute favorite restaurant! Everything on the menu is incredibly flavorful and delicious, you can’t really go wrong with anything. The restaurant itself is beautiful; the decoration and dim lighting create a unique ambiance. The service is also excellent. I would 100% recommend making a reservation in advance as the restaurant is often fully booked. It is worth every penny, I honestly have nothing bad to say about this place, it is incredible!
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.
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.
This was my first visit but it won't be my last! The whole experience was amazing and the food was just as great. I didn't capture all of the food I tried but just know you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. I hear that a lot bout I can truly say that's true at this restaurant. Food was served on the middle spinning table and we all were able to try everything!! Lastly my sidecar and large fortune cookie 🥠 was also amazing. The fruit served with the cookie was sooo fresh!!
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! 💜
