El Che Steakhouse & Bar

El Che Steakhouse & Bar is John Manion's love letter from his travels in Argentina and Chicago's go-

Housed in the former Checker Taxi building, El Che Bar is Chef John Manion’s spirited Argentine-American restaurant, a love letter to his time traveling throughout the country. In a warm and eclectic setting, the restaurant evokes the contemporary rhythms of Buenos Aires filtered through a local lens. The restaurant exudes an inviting vibe with sultry tones and subtle nods to South America through

09/06/2024

Our CDC, Dan Martini, is quite the stud! He brings creativity and passion to every plate.

09/02/2024

Hey Chicago! We are closed today, Monday, September 2nd but look forward to seeing you again tomorrow, Tuesday, September 3rd.

08/29/2024

You almost made it to the weekend. It’s time for a cocktail.

Don’t sleep on our El Che martini. Made with Silent Pool Gin or Grey Goose and a lemon twist or olive.

08/27/2024

Around here, every bite of steak deserves a little chimichurri.

Dig into our 32 oz bone-in ribeye. Book your reservation now using the link below.

https://www.elchechicago.com/

08/23/2024

A summertime staple. Our heirloom tomato salad is made with sherry vinaigrette, kalamata olives, garlic-lemon mascarpone and ciabatta croutons.

08/21/2024

Show some love to our Jr. Sous Chef, Zachy J ()! Our man is extremely talented and is an up-and-coming force in the kitchen. Thanks for always going above and beyond!

08/21/2024

Show some love to our Jr. Sous Chef, Zachy J! Our man is extremely talented and is an up-and-coming force in the kitchen. Thanks for always going above and beyond!

08/19/2024

There’s a new kid on the block! Try our brand new humita empanada today 🌽

Photos from El Che Steakhouse & Bar's post 08/17/2024

She's the bee's knees 🌼

Made with gin, honey and lemon.

08/11/2024

Are you team truffle fugazza or Italian beef empanada?!

Drop your vote in the comments below.

08/08/2024

Don’t sleep on our Carajillo. Made with Licor 43 and Espresso.

Photos from El Che Steakhouse & Bar's post 08/06/2024

Before, during and after, our 10 oz steak frites are a thing of beauty from start to finish.

This dish features a center-cut ribeye with a side of beef-fat fries.

08/02/2024

Go big or go home our 48-oz. RR Ranch Porterhouse. Served with smoked salt, red & green chimichurri.

07/31/2024

The heart of our kitchen.

Grab a reservation for this week now by using the link below.

https://www.elchechicago.com/

07/23/2024

A sprinkle of smoked salt + a kiss of the grill = flame-grilled, 48-oz. RR Ranch Porterhouse magic.

07/21/2024

Don’t miss the final days of our “Summer of Pais” celebration! We are offering our selections of Pais by the glass to give you a chance to try the perfect summertime red.

Stop in and see what we’re pouring!

Photos from El Che Steakhouse & Bar's post 07/18/2024

Step up your dinner game and add some surf to your turf.

Our lobster is served with lobster diavola butter, pickled shallot and scallion.

07/15/2024

Sink your fork into our 48-oz. RR Ranch Porterhouse. Served with smoked salt, red & green chimichurri.

07/12/2024

“I drink to make other people more interesting.” –Ernest Hemingway

Cheers to that. Our Hemingway daiquiri is made with , Maraschino cherry liqueur, grapefruit and lime.

Photos from El Che Steakhouse & Bar's post 07/08/2024

Swipe to see what our CDC, Dan Martini (), is cooking up today ➡️

It’s our 8 oz “vacio” wagyu flap steak!

07/04/2024

Our fire is burning bright. 🔥 Happy 4th of July, Chicago! We’re closed the 4th but we will be open for business Friday, July 5th. We look forward to seeing you!

07/02/2024

It’s the summer of Pais! Throughout the entire month of July, we are offering our selections of Pais by the glass to give you a chance to try the perfect summertime red.

Pais was the first grape brought from the Old World to the New World in the mid-16th Century. Many of these Pais vines are over 100 years old and create a unique and refreshing wine that is served chilled, and it's great for crushing a glass or 3 on the patio during the Chicago summer!

06/24/2024

Meet our papas bravas. Beautiful every step of the way.

Made with pimento aioli, aged cheddar and scallions.

06/21/2024

It’s the summer of the pink peppercorn Paloma! Come see what all the hype is about.

Made with blanco tequila, lime, pink peppercorn syrup and grapefruit soda.

06/17/2024

There's nothing quite like our house-made chimichurri to put the perfect finishing touch on your steak.

Photos from El Che Steakhouse & Bar's post 06/11/2024

Two killer sides we highly suggest.

- Mushroom & polenta with creamy seasonal mushroom goat cheese polenta, thyme and mushroom jus
- Papas bravas with pimenton aioli, aged cheddar and scallions

Photos from El Che Steakhouse & Bar's post 06/07/2024

Cheers to the weekend! Get your hands on our Mezcal Old Fashioned this evening. Made with our private label tomahawk mezcal.

06/05/2024

Our RR Ranch 48 oz Porterhouse is a mouth-watering sight to behold. Don’t sleep on this one.

06/02/2024

Hands up 🙌 in the comments below if you’re looking for some flamed grilled meats this evening.

We’ve got you covered. Link below for reservations.

https://www.elchechicago.com/

05/30/2024

Showing some love to our Sous Chef, Erick “Froggy” Martinez! He brings passion, creativity, and a smile with him every day.

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A Love Letter From Chef John Manion’s Travels to Argentina.

El Che Steakhouse & Bar is Executive Chef/Partner John Manion’s homage to Argentina's beloved asados, those traditional backyard barbecues featuring platters of rustic flame-finished grilled beef. This Argentinian-influenced steakhouse, located just beyond the West Loop’s famed “restaurant row,” has built a reputation as Chicago's go-to destination for beef, wine and live-fire cooking. A 12-foot custom-built grill serves as the inspiration for El Che’s menu, which includes South American-tinged meats, seasonal vegetables, seafood and novel barrio-inflected snacks. Its heat—both figuratively and literally—can be felt throughout the restaurant, especially at the Chef’s Counter and Hearth Table located directly in front of it.

Chef Manion’s passion for Latin America, where he lived as a child, imbues the deeply flavorful dishes and dramatic setting of the charming 100-seat restaurant. The wonderfully simple, ingredient-focused food is complemented by a wine list that highlights the unique varietals of the region. The vibrant cocktail program and lively bar area have secured a loyal following of their own. El Che Steakhouse & Bar has earned a coveted three-star rating from the Chicago Tribune and was named in the “Top 50 Chicago Restaurants” by Chicago Tribune’s dining critic, Phil Vettel.

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There’s a new kid on the block! Try our brand new humita empanada today 🌽
Go big or go home our 48-oz. RR Ranch Porterhouse. Served with smoked salt, red & green chimichurri.
Sink your fork into our 48-oz. RR Ranch Porterhouse. Served with smoked salt, red & green chimichurri.
Our fire is burning bright. 🔥 Happy 4th of July, Chicago! We’re closed the 4th but we will be open for business Friday, ...
Meet our papas bravas. Beautiful every step of the way. Made with pimento aioli, aged cheddar and scallions.
Our fire is burning bright. Snag a reservation now using the link below.https://www.elchechicago.com/reservations
This summer starter is a must-try. Layers of tomatoes with dill salsa verde, fried capers, caraway, parmesan, serrano pe...
Another look at our pop-up at @sohohouse. 🥩🔥To stay in the loop on where we will be popping up next, head to the link in...
At El Che, we offer flame-grilled meats, seasonal vegetables, seafood and novel barrio-inflected snacks with a South Ame...
See Argentina through the eyes of Chef John Manion and Modern Adventure  this November. See, taste and explore your way ...
We are super excited to share that we will be popping up Vistro Prime  in Hinsdale on Thursday, November 10 for a collab...
Our summer sessions of Grilling with John have come to an end, but this November we’re offering a winter class so you ca...

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845 W Washington Boulevard
Chicago, IL
60607

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 10pm
Tuesday 5pm - 10pm
Wednesday 5pm - 10pm
Thursday 5pm - 10pm
Friday 5pm - 11pm
Saturday 5pm - 11pm

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