Carson's

First of all, the atmosphere is fantastic. We got seated in the back area near the canal with a great vibe and great music playing. Our server, Clayton and his staff were very attentive to all of our dining needs. We love prime rib, and after the closing of Lowry's, we didn't know where to go. My fiancé had the prime rib and it was fantastic. I had the ribs which were great, and the potato sides were incredible. Also, very reasonably priced for the quality of the food and service. Highly recommend!!

Just love the warm, old-school kind of feel in Carson's. Could spend hours looking at all the local celebrity pictures on the walls. If available, it's always nice to get a table facing the Ogden slip.Both the service and the food were great. I had the chicken, my husband had shrimp and our other guest had the ribs. I was very happy with the gluten-free choices. They call it their award-winning coleslaw and it is an accurate description. Sometimes I even go and buy just a little tub of it to bring home.

Went to Chicago for a business trip and tried this place.Public parking is just right next to it. Upon coming inside we were instructed by the 1st desk to go a little bit inside to the next desk and someone came to greet us and led us to our table. They have a bar area then sit down table and booths. Their menu is simple, it's not like other restaurants that you flip through pages.We ordered three things:1. french onion soup - torched cheese on top then soup had bread and onion. Very flavorful, it was a delight to it. I would recommend this.2. BBQ marriage - the sauce on the baby back ribs was good. As for the slab itself, it didn't came off the bone. I love my ribs but this one just didn't cut it for me. It was a bit too charred as well. The half chicken that came with it was dry and I ended up not eating it at all after a few bites. The only thing I enjoyed on this plate was the ultimate double baked potato that looked like a pastry bread. It was confusing at first when I saw it but it was soft and really good.and last one on our order was the 3. bbq combo - the slab was the same as mine. The pork chop was as charred on flavor. We think the too much char on our meal killed the flavor of the dish.Service was good, the stars was because of the food.

Carson's in Chicago delivers an exceptional dining experience with its delectable Mediterranean pork chop. (Highly recommended by my best friend) The pork chop is tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned with flavors that evoke the richness of the Mediterranean. Paired with their unique cole slaw, which adds a delightful crunch and a tangy twist, it's a combination that feels both refreshing and indulgent. The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it an ideal spot for a memorable meal.The crab cake, though on the pricier side, is undeniably delicious, with a rich blend of crabmeat that melts in your mouth. It's the kind of dish that makes you forget about the cost for a moment as you savor every bite. And the meal wouldn't be complete without their warm, to-die-for dessert brownie, which is the perfect finish. Rich, gooey, and decadent, it's a dessert that leaves a lasting impression. Carson's is a true Chicago gem, offering flavors that are worth every penny!

Carson's is a Chicago institution for a reason, the service is always impeccable, the food is perfect, and you always get a warm Chicago vibe. The ribs are delicious. There's no beating Carson's ribs .

Maybe it was an off day? Our last day we asked the host at our hotel for reservations at her favorite place. We got sent here. Definitely a feel. I think she may have misunderstood.. Anyways we did just a few things because it just wasn't our feel. It's very tight in there. I think if I come it would be a drink at the bar. The food- meh. Take it. Leave it. The ribs were not what I expected, very tough. That's all I got.

We took my son to celebrate his 21st birthday at Carson's this past Tuesday in 100° Chicago heat and when I tell you from the moment, we walked in the service and the treatment was top-tier excellent. The restaurant was nice and cool Beautiful lighting the two gentlemen that greeted us were exceptionally graceful, considering my party wasn't there yet. Our server, Marino K , Was so gracious and so helpful With helping us decide drinks and our meals. He was very informative and the icing on the cake was they bring my baby out a birthday brownie without me even having to ask . It was great birthday celebration , we are definitely going back for any occasion.

Came here at 7pm on a Tuesday night. And by 10am the next day, I forgot I even went here. The staff, the food, the atmosphere were all forgettable. There were 5 in my group. We all had a craving for something different. We asked the waiter for their thoughts and they said everything was good. A pretty boring response. No matter what we asked whether if something was flavorful or the plates were big or if the shrimp was worth it etc. all we heard was "it's good" or "it's big" nothing more. Nothing less. Seemed like we were annoying him and after he took our order, we only saw him again at the end of our meal for the check. The food was priced nicely. Given us the illusion that it was going to be good. We left the restaurant completely disappointed in everything other than the ribs and cornbread. We thought we could get the same quality of food at a place way less expensive. Minus the ribs. Like I said. The ribs were great. The cornbread was solid. But the way this place was hyped up, we expected it to be above average. The ambiance was low light and the music playing was super good. A bit of Stevie Wonder, some funk, some r&b. The alcohol was pretty basic. Nothing from the drink menu caught any of our eyes. We had a below average time. We thought we could salvage the night with a key lime pie especially since the waiter said it was one of the best things on the menu. We should have known better and just called it a night. Because the key lime pie was super tart. I try not to waste food and even I couldn't stomach it. That solidified this place as a one star for me for its food. THE only reason why I gave jt a 2 star is because of the ambience (we were sitting in the back with a view of the lake), the music, and the waiter at the end split the check for us even though he wasn't allowed to do so according to him. That bumped it up for me.

Carson's isnt all it's hyped up to be. It's mediocre at best. The pork chop is outstanding but thats the only menu item i would describe as anything but mid, including the ribs.Edit: This response from Carson's is the most ridiculous thing I have seen on Yelp and actually underscores the point that people should take their business elsewhere. Rather than saying Im sorry your experience sucked, they come with some foolishness about not giving credit because of fake reviews. So listen Yelpers, I'm going to give you a rundown on every order and every date that I have experienced this place and reducing the prior three stars to one.August 2021 - Visited with a friend, eat-in at the bar around 6pm and it was quite empty. That should have been a sign but I chalked it up to COVID. The apps we had at the bar were just mid.September 10, 2023 - Salmon Sandwich - pretty good.September 12, 2023 - Porkchop and sides. Already said the pork chop was outstanding.March 3, 2024 - Rib Tips. Mediocre.May 27, 2024 - Salmon Sandwich again but was not good. BBQ Marriage with au gratin potatoes. Meat was mid, potatoes were trash.June 2, 2024 - Burger and Key lime pie. Burger was mid. Pie was delicious. Decided that I could get mediocre food from somewhere else for a lot cheaper and much better food for Carson's prices somewhere better. Your manager's comment on my review sealed the deal that I will not ever waste another dime here.

i was super impressed with my first visit to carson's. the pictures don't do it justice but the portion sizes were huge! we all could barely finish our plates. Everything also tasted amazing. the host and server were both amazing and took great care of us. the vibe inside was a more upscale steakhouses vibes. cannot wait to go back and have the chicken again!