TAO Chicago

"Beautiful place, great food — but poor welcome at the front. The food was amazing, and the ambiance was absolutely stunning. However, the hostess was extremely rude. I arrived alone just hoping to enjoy dinner, and she told me there was nothing available—without even offering me a seat at the bar. I had to walk over myself and kindly ask the bartender if I could dine there. Thankfully, the bartender was exceptional and completely turned the experience around. I’m not giving a lower rating only because of the food and the wonderful service I received from the bartender."

"The restaurant has a beautiful interior with a great atmosphere that makes the whole dining experience feel special. The food is delicious and meets the standard you would expect from a place like TAO well-seasoned, flavorful, and thoughtfully presented. The service is attentive, and the overall vibe is energetic yet elegant. Definitely a spot worth visiting if you’re looking for good food and a stylish ambiance in Chicago."

"TAO Chicago is more than dinner — it’s an experience. The space is visually striking, the energy is high, and the vibe feels upscale without trying too hard. The food was flavorful and well-presented, especially the sushi and shared plates, and the cocktails were solid. Service was attentive, even with how busy it gets. It’s loud, lively, and perfect for date nights or celebrations when you want great atmosphere with your meal."

"Sunday brunch buffet. Good experience, took us early for our reservation and great service. Cool vibe and large selection of food. Enjoyed the nigiri - very fresh and high quality. The shrimp shumai was my favorite out of the dumplings. The bao buns were soft and flavorful. The salmon was excellent. The dessert station had a nice variety with the standouts the raspberry macarons and the chocolate fountain. It’s quite expensive, which may keep me from returning - but overall a positive experience for something new to try!"

"TAO Chicago is a huge, multi-level Pan-Asian restaurant its artistic decoration, having a large statue, and a menu featuring dishes like Manchurian Gobi,Fried Rice Patatos, Noodles for vegetarian like me. It offers a high-energy dining experience large variety of cocktails. A visually appealing, design Great space with a grand staircase connecting two levels, a large bar,. A tall statue with small pond and live fishes is delight for small children Valet parking is available too Energetic Vibes and "must-stop foodie experience"."