Dining at Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk: on-property restaurants and bars
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk offers five on-property dining options ranging from fine-dining at Shula's Steak House to casual coffee and seasonal Riverwalk burgers. You’ll find breakfast and brunch at Riverside Café, grab-and-go and Starbucks® drinks at Link Café, cocktails at CHI Bar, seasonal burgers at Chicago Burger Company, plus in-room dining via A La Carte.
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Overview of on-property restaurants and bars
The hotel lists multiple on-site dining outlets that cover quick coffee, casual meals, cocktails, breakfast/brunch, and a full-service steakhouse. Public information names Shula's Steak House, Riverside Café, Link Café, CHI Bar, Chicago Burger Company (seasonal), and in-room dining (A La Carte).
Hours and seasonal openings vary by venue; for example, Shula's operates in the evening while Link Café opens early for coffee and light bites. Dress codes are casual for most outlets and Smart Casual at Shula's Steak House.
- Shula's Steak House — steakhouse; dinner service; Smart Casual dress code
- Riverside Café — breakfast, lunch, weekend brunch with river views
- Link Café — coffee, Starbucks® drinks, pastries, open early
- CHI Bar — cocktails, beer & wine in a lobby setting (closed Sun–Mon)
- Chicago Burger Company — seasonal Riverwalk burger spot
- A La Carte — in-room dining/room service option
| Venue | Typical service | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Shula's Steak House | Dinner | Open evenings; Smart Casual |
| Riverside Café | Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch | River-facing, morning service |
| Link Café | Coffee & light bites | Starbucks® drinks, work-friendly Wi‑Fi |
Shula's Steak House — fine-dining on property
Shula's Steak House at Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk is the hotel's full-service steak restaurant offering SHULA CUT® beef, seafood, and an evening fine-dining menu. It is located within the hotel at 301 East North Water Street.
Service hours listed for Shula's are 5:30 PM–11:00 PM. The restaurant enforces a Smart Casual dress code; reservations can be made via OpenTable or by calling the restaurant phone listed on the hotel's dining page.
- Cuisine: Steak, seafood, American (fine-dining style)
- Hours: 5:30 PM–11:00 PM
- Private dining: rooms available (private dining up to 70; larger events possible)
| Reservation | Phone |
|---|---|
| OpenTable available | +1 312-464-1000 ext. 6178 |
| Private dining options | Private rooms and event capacity listed on OpenTable |
Riverside Café and casual daytime options
Riverside Café serves breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch and offers river views from the second floor. It runs morning hours (Mon–Fri & Sun 6:30 AM–12:30 PM; Sat 6:30 AM–1:30 PM) and uses a casual dress code.
For quick daytime needs, Link Café provides Starbucks® beverages, pastries, sandwiches and Wi‑Fi (open daily from 6:00 AM–4:00 PM). LB's Bistro & Pâtisserie is also listed among the quick breakfast/snack options at the property.
- Riverside Café — good for breakfast and weekend brunch with river views
- Link Café — Starbucks® drinks, grab-and-go items, work-friendly seating
- LB's Bistro & Pâtisserie — pastries and light breakfast options
| Venue | Typical opening time |
|---|---|
| Link Café | 6:00 AM |
| Riverside Café | 6:30 AM |
| LB's Bistro & Pâtisserie | Listed morning hours (aggregators) |
Bars and seasonal Riverwalk dining
CHI Bar is the hotel's lobby bar offering cocktails, beer and wine in a casual setting. It is open Tuesday–Saturday from 4:00 PM to midnight and is closed Sunday–Monday per the hotel's dining information.
Chicago Burger Company operates seasonally along the Riverwalk and serves burgers, vegetarian options, shakes and cocktails when open. The burger venue may show as 'CLOSED FOR THE SEASON' outside its operating months, so check current availability before planning.
- CHI Bar — Tue–Sat 4:00 PM–12:00 AM; casual dress
- Chicago Burger Company — seasonal; hours When open often 11:30 AM–9:00 PM
- Riverwalk seating — outdoor tables and umbrellas available during the season
| Venue | Typical seasonal note |
|---|---|
| CHI Bar | Open most evenings (closed Sun–Mon) |
| Chicago Burger Company | Seasonal Riverwalk location; availability varies |
| Outdoor riverside dining | Weather and season dependent |
In-room dining and dining for events
A La Carte provides in-room dining so guests can order meals and have them delivered to their room or suite. The hotel also supports private dining and large event catering across extensive meeting and ballroom spaces.
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk lists multiple event venues (Sheraton Chicago Ballroom, Chicago Ballroom, Riverwalk A/B, numerous ballrooms and meeting rooms) and can coordinate wedding or conference catering through its events team.
- A La Carte — in-room dining/room service option
- Private dining — Riverside Café private room and Shula's private dining available
- Event catering — multiple ballrooms and meeting rooms with configurable capacities
| Event space | Noted capacity/feature |
|---|---|
| Sheraton Chicago Ballroom | Large ballroom used for weddings/events (up to 4,600 listed) |
| Chicago Ballroom (Promenade) | Floor-to-ceiling windows and large capacity (multiple sources list up to 1,200–2,000 depending on setup) |
| Riverside Café private room | Private dining up to 44 |
Practical tips for dining at the hotel
Check hours and seasonal status before you go: Chicago Burger Company is seasonal and CHI Bar has limited weekly openings. Shula's requires smart casual attire in the evening and typically accepts reservations.
Breakfast is not complimentary; Riverside Café and other breakfast outlets charge separately. The hotel charges a daily destination fee that may include some food & beverage credit components — confirm what the fee covers at booking.
- Reserve Shula's for evening meals, especially for weekend dining or private events.
- If you need early coffee or a laptop-friendly spot, Link Café opens earliest and offers Wi‑Fi.
- Ask the front desk about current seasonal hours for Chicago Burger Company and outdoor Riverwalk seating.
| What to confirm | Why |
|---|---|
| Seasonal hours for Chicago Burger Company | May be closed in off-season |
| What the daily destination fee includes | Some vendors list a food/beverage credit as part of the fee |
| Dress code for Shula's | Shula's lists Smart Casual |
