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5.0 of 5 stars.
First off the lobster bisque is quite incredible. Big giant bowl of bisque with giants chunks of lobster and some sort of lobster spring roll. The table also raved about the derty derty martinis with...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
For steaks - fine. But for "special events"? Forget it.Here's their come-on on Yelp: "Revel in The Kentucky Derby coverage in the Primehouse Lobby Bar on Saturday, May 2, from 12 to 6. Enjoy free...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've got nothing really creative to say. All I can simply say is DB's lunch menu has to be one of the best values in the city. You get a 3 course meal for basically the price of an entree. I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My expectations were built up quite high for David Burke's Primehouse, but then again, I have heard quite a few complaints and mehs about it, too, so it was with some apprehension that I decided to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I went to David Burke's Primehouse my father and I were made to wait 45 minutes even though we had a 9 o' clock reservation. The maA�tre d' was very apologetic, however, and sent over...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Decent food. Loud Loud Atmosphere. Young children were there attending dinner during adult dinner hours. Tables were packed tight. Not the best service either. I would recommended any other steakhouse...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I visited David Burke's last weekend, and overall, I had a good experience. I ordered the 75 day-aged steak which was excellent! Ordered sides of asiago truffle fries, garlic spinach, and tempura...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to David Burke's during Restaurant Week and had an amazing meal! I chose the kobe beef sashimi app, dry-aged ny sirloin, and butterscotch creme brulee. They also brought sides of mushrooms,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nested in the first floor of a well-positioned hotel that I had never heard of, Primehouse is clearly meant as a place to "see and be seen". They have decent-to-generous portions of extravagantly...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
THE BEST STEAK By far.....This is the best steak in Chicago. My search has ended after a long journey that included, Chop house, ruth chris, gibsons, gene an georgettis, mortons and wildfire....
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I know, I know. "How can you give this place only 3 stars?" First off, let me say that the first time I came here, I was blown away. An unbelievable steak that had a very distinct "nuttiness" about...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Let's keep this short and sweet since everyone who can type seems to have reviewed David Burke's.The Good:The free pop-overs delivered to each personThe Kobe Beef SashimiThe Classic Filet Boneless (if...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wowza!!! This is probably the best restaurant I have been to in at least a year - if not ever. A little background on The James/Primehouse: We were actually going to have our wedding reception at The...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here during restaurant week and the food, the service and the atmosphere was phenomenal. The portions were a little small (because I ordered off the restaurant week menu), but they made up for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For all the Chicago Steak Lovers out there, its time to add a new name to the usual repertoire. Being the diligent researcher I am, I stumbled across David Burke's while looking for good restaurants...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All around wonderful steak house. Everything is top notch, including impeccable service.The Kobe Beef Sashimi appetizer is amazing, as well as the crab cakes. All the salads are terrific. The meat is...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went during Restaurant Week and I was not disappointed. We started off waiting for our table at the bar. The bartendar offered one of his speciality drinks. Poma martini, which was sooo yummy....
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I debated writing this review for so many reasons. I could have written about the disappointing pizza adventures that my bf and I went on, the gym I worked out at, or the awesome hot chocolate we...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The boyfriend and I went here for the Restaurant Week special dinner and were sorely disappointed. We both ordered their aged steak that came with the family style side dishes. Neither of us had ever...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If I wrote down everything I was happy with, it would be a mini-essay. You must go. The food is delicious, the environment is swanky and beautiful, and the service is impeccable (knowledgeable,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
David Burkes for Dim Sum? For brunch? Sounds weird, I know. But the Sunday brunch is amazing and also is a great deal. Check it out sometime you won't be disappointed.
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to David Burkes and Le Lan for restaurant week, and I have to say, David Burkes was a million times better! everyone liked their appetizers (lobster bisque, crab cakes, the wedge) entrees...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for restaurant week.( ) burgers were solid, as were the sides( ) mojitos were exceptional, and a little different than the typical mojito( ) nice atmosphere( ) great location and vibe in the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've come here several times, mainly as a guest of a media vendor, and I've loved every visit.When you step in, the waiting area looks like a spa. Once you're seated, you notice the really cool...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Scene: Restaurant Week Time: Lunch In case you are wondering, the lunch menu and the dinner menu were NEARLY interchangable during restuarant week, Just for your future reference.The offerings: *Surf...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So when you add a dozen oysters, a few martinis, foie gras, a bottle of wine and coffee to the $32 restaurant week menu, it no longer becomes a "deal" for the meal, but it does make for a pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
David Burke's Primehouse, located on the corner of Ontario and Rush offers a 3 course fixed menu lunch for $20.09. While expensive for normal lunch fare, this is a not to miss deal that can make a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Simply the best steakhouse I've ever experienced. The dry aged steaks are just excellent, and I've found service here to meet or exceed my expectations on every visit. I think Morton's, Smith and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Reasons why I am changing my career from the glorious (and oh so exciting) world of market research to waiting tables at David Burkes: 1. The exasperating price of each table's bills will (hopefully)...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I thought the food and service at David Burke's during restaurant week was top notch! Our steaks were cooked perfectly, juicy and delicious. I was impressed by the level of professionalism of our...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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We visited David Burke's for the restaurant week that ended Feb 27th and it was an excpetional experience, we were given champagne on the house twice as we waited and when we were seated, our server was super...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for restaurant week. Very friendly, highly attentive service. The food was very impressive. All of the appetizers were impressive. The kobe beef sashimi was probably the best we tried, but...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
During restaurant week, my husband and a few of our friends decided to try out David Burke's after seeing it featured on the travel channel as one of those "top steak" destinations in the U.S. I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
D. Burke's Restaurant Week menu was the most extensive out of all the RW menus and the quality was superb.My 3 friends and I each got our own dishes, but all tried a couple bites of each.Appetizers:...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was awesome. We went with a group of 5 and we got to share everything. It was the restaurant week menu. I had the NY Loin. It was so flavorful. But we all agreed that the steaks were...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for dinner during restaurant week. We were a large group therefore i got to taste and here the reviews of most of the things that were on the restaurant week menu.The best appetizer by far...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
David Burke's was the last stop on my tour of restaurants for Restaurant Week and it was a shame that the week had to end on a slightly sour note. Perhaps NAHA and NoMI set the bar too high, but I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I came for restaurant week and I was shocked by how bad the food was. I had been here a few times before when they first opened and thought that the food was good. However, the food and the service...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You know, people always talk about the best steak experience they had, and I've never been able to relate. Besides the fact that I'm not a meat person in general, I have never had a steak that I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Once again I think my high expectations impacted my experience. It won't be the first time. I have high expectations for a number of things in my life and continue to be disappointed so you think I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for lunch during restaurant week. The experience was good but not amazing. It was a lot of little things that cumulated to a just OK experience.Unlike some other restaurant week menus,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My expectations were set way to high before coming here. Overall experience was good, but nothing outstanding that stands out.I came here during Restaurant Week with a few friends and had heard great...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food: 3.5-4Service: 2.5-3Ambiance: 3-4 (pending where you sit!)I was lucky to have experienced an enjoyable lunch here during Chicago's Restaurant Week. My rating for this restaurant for restaurant...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Like many other reviewers, I experienced DBPH for the first time during Restaurant Week. Perhaps it's not a fair way to judge the place, since the menu was limited, but hey, we can barely afford the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for dinner last night as part of Restaurant Week. Bonus: Sundays, they have 50% off select bins.My boyfriend and I did the prix fixe menu. I was a little irritated at the fact that they...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for the restaurant week lunch yesterday and really enjoyed it. The food was tasty and unique and the atmosphere was relaxed. Appetizers: My friends and I got the lobster bisque (good),...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Every upscale steakhouse chain needs to do the basics properly: a sizzling filet, signature appetizer, unique spin on potatoes and a decadent dessert. Wildfire and Smith and Wollensky's have got it...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for the restaurant week lunch special, 3 courses for $22. We were served cheesey popovers as our bread, and they were delicious. I started with the lobster bisque which was good, but...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hello Chicago Restaurant Week! http://www.choosechicago.com/eatitup/Pages/default2.aspxFor 1 week only I can eat at restaurants like David Burke without breaking the bank. Whoo hoo! David Burke had...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think this place could be worth 4-5 stars, but the food we had was only 3 star worthy, despite the $22 price tag (Restaurant Week lunch). The good thing about David Burke's Restaurant Week menu is...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was wavering between two and three stars but honestly, the worst part of my meal was the steak, and this IS a steakhouse, right?As for many of the recent reviewers, I came for the restaurant week...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dim Sum and Den Sum...haha As you can tell we went for the Dim Sum Brunch. Let me tell you its seriously more than brunch, more than dim sum, its just more than everything. To me, it almost felt...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My office doesn't believe in holidays, so I'm at work today - President's Day, or whatever holiday it is. However, my awesome mom had today off because she's a teacher, and schools believe in the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for lunch and had a wonderful experience. They currently have a "No-Bulls" menu where you can get an appetizer, entree, and dessert for $20.99. They have steaks on the menu as well but...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great service! From the bread popovers to the truffle fries to the salads to the steaks... everything is really good! Best to go on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday night when it is quieter. I always feel...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Stacey A really captured the backstory behind our Primehouse adventure: "We settled on Primehouse, because Jenny was supposed to go a million years ago, and then it never happened - some ordeal with...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here with family and everyone loved what they got - everything from the aged steaks to the chicken. The steak was delicious and tender, as well as the appetizers and sides. Don't think you can...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent service, I went on a Sunday evening and was pleasantly surprised by a number of things. One of which was the offers you can make on certain bottles of wine, and the other was the 50% off...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I suppose the lore and mythic genius that so many ascribe to DB's (including Chicago Mag, it was their top pick) was a bit lost on our group of four. 5 stars for the hilariously good times in great...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The martini was delicious and sneaky, like what you want in a martini, right? The steak was pretty much one of the very best pieces of meat I've ever had. And the service was impeccable. I like...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
With a name like David Burke, I expected, assumed, I would receive a steak that was out of this world. Granted, we were probably one of the last tables sat on a fairly slow Friday night, and granted...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is going to be really, really hard to eat a steak anywhere else now that I've had one here.
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2009
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I'm not a meat eater but this place under the guidance of executive chef David Burke manages to be old school and current at the same time. The granny smith apple and cheddar pie is awesome.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is my first review and I'm reviewing a steakhouse. How absolutely appropriate because I LOVE meat! And I loved David Burke's 40-day aged bone-in Rib Eye steak. It was so flavorful that it...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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We went to Primehouse for my birthday last night. I had high expectations from the reviews and the menu. Unfortunately, not only were my expectations not met but Primehouse was not even one of the best...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Visit the Salt Cellar with me:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKZ0x0dZKjEHubby got a bonus check so I made reservations to take a bite out of the bull, "Prime". If you want to skip reading too much of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for lunch for the Neaux Bull Feast. It's a 3 course menu (appetizer, entree, desert) all for the price of the entree with a great variety. It was great deal. Had the crab cake which was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Me: I'll have the Chateaubriand, please!Waiter: That is for two people to share, who will you be sharing it with? *looks at the other people at my table*Me: With him *smiles and hold up cell phone...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing... Everything from the table side caesar salad to the 40 day aged rib eye.. everything was amazing!!!!!!!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yum yum. The aging process makes the meat taste really unique. Definitely a melt-in-your-mouth delicious. And the tempura veggies were outstanding.
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Thanksgiving turkey dinner at David Burke's Primehouse made Chicago feel like my home away from home this year. So none of us tried the steak... sorry... but the prix fixe meal at lunch was just...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Nothing short of outstanding. We had a most amazing meal about a month ago. Our waiter was funny, attentive, knowledgeable and totally put up with our nonsense! He arranged for us to meet the head...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great, but I can't tell if it's better than the other steakhouses in Chicago. Portions were huge and the truffle sauce was awesome. It seems pretty slow considering there was an extra 30,000...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastically overpriced with a see and be seen atmosphere. The salads, complimentary popovers, and service were great. The steaks were good to very good but not excellent. No pesectarian options...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been twice for brunch with mostly positive reviews.Waitstaff is often inattentive and we've spent much time wondering who might be our server, till we finally have to ask and they finally come...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The most worth it lunch I've ever eaten! 3 courses for the price of the entree. And entrees are only $25 or so and that includes 2 sides. That's 3 courses at a steakhouse for $25!!!! WTF! appetizer,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
David Burke's Primehouse is one of those places where the name out shines the meal. With David Burke you would expect amazing. When I heard they had their own dry aging room to go along with their own...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have only tried lunch at David Burke's, where during the weekday they offer a 3 course special for the price of the entree (steak entrees were about $25). It is a pretty good deal, considering that...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A little bit hard to find since the name is not decorated in bright flashing light bulbs or anything - however, once you step inside, you can feel the immediate impact of the atmosphere - very chic,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I loved this place! it is located inside the James hotel, but didn't have any special decor...but the food was outstanding :) I loved the bread they started you out with, it was unlike any bread i've...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I frequent many steak houses in Chicago with client's and friends. I visited David Burke's after a Holiday Party. The service I received was nothing close to outstanding and the food was everything...
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My family and I celebrated Thanksgiving here and all of us thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience at David's Burke's Primehouse. The restaurant is located inside the James hotel, a boutique hotel in...
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So THIS is where all the beautiful people go in Chicago...Drinks are awesome at the bar and you'll definitely be there because there is usually a wait even if you have a reservation. Try the Glacier...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like Burke's well enough. I am not a big steakhouse kind of guy, but I can appreciate great meat.However, having a great product doesn't mean that you have a great restaurant. The bone in filet was...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
If you have never been here before...you'll see the 1-star and 2-star reviews and think "that can't be right"...well - it's true...it's a two-star joint.I will say this -- if this restaurant were in...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was sceptical on going here, was a little hesitant b/c I'm picky on steak houses-Made reservations for 8:30 and got there on time but had to wait around 5-10 minutes, not too bad, I guess they had a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can only speak to the Sunday Brunch at David Burke's in the James Hotel, and speak I will because this is one good brunch.For starters, it's about as reasonably priced a brunch as you are likely to...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here a couple weeks ago for lunch. I still love the food and would come again in a heartbeat, but like Luan, I couldn't resist burger week where you can get 40 day aged burger for only $5. So...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I will preface this review by saying I ate for free here as I was here for a work dinner. So, am not reviewing based on price but it is expensive.At the bar, they had Japanese pretzel breadsticks...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2008
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The best steak I have ever had was their "south side" filet. It was cooked to...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, so I went twice last week during the $5 burger promotion.I admit that reviewing the Primehouse based on 2 $5 burgers is a bit like reviewing a mcdonalds based on a free Southern-Style Chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came for dinner on Saturday night and many of my favorites from the Dim Sum brunch were on the menu as appetizers.Highlights of the evening included very knowledge (and friendly!) waitstaff, the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Incredible! The aged beef was the greatest. It is a bit pricier than other steak houses, that is due to the amount of shrinkage during aging. I had the 28 day aged Porterhouse, but two of my...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am a huge fan of 207L. That is the designation of the Black Angus bull at Creekstone Farms who's offspring end up on the dinner table at David Burke's. The interesting thing about this particular...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is really good...but not the best steak I've ever had. Service was great though and they were able to move my reservation around due to some last minute delays on my end.As for food:...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You should: Make The TripSizzle: Wear your fat pantsJuice: 40 Day rib eye = sweetspot add tempura green beans and truffle asiago fries. Return visits a must.Check Please: $$$$
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Atmosphere was ok, not terribly remarkable, but not the leather and dark cherry smoking room look of so many steak houses either. Reasonably well lit. Our service was pretty good, no complaints...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing! I found David Burke's Primehouse on Open Table while looking for a place to take my Mom to celebrate her birthday. I found an American Dim Sum small plates dining experience that was truly...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the best caesar anywhere!! hands down! and the free bread is awesome - so fresh and fluffy! the meat is pretty good too, but i would say that the chop house does it better. but to be fair, after...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for their 1/2 off lunch menu a couple months ago. It was awesome!! The meats were perfectly proportioned and well made. I had to laugh when we ordered a "wedge salad" and we shocked to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The menu here is small, but the food is good. I have eaten here for brunch and lunch, but not dinner. It is a bit pricey, but you do get what you pay for and I would say that is the case here. The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I actually really enjoyed almost everything about the food and experience here, but had the evening wrapped up by one of those WTF moments that I can't help but to leave a 1 star review. The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you ever visit Chicago and find yourself along the Magnificent Mile during brunch time, you MUST come for the American Dim Sum Brunch at David Burke's Primehouse for a one of a kind experience. For...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Steak = the reason why I could never be a vegetarian (bless their hearts). I don't eat much red meat at home, so going to a restaurant like David Burke's is always a treat. We went here for my...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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My husband & I went here for dinner on my bday. They have a great wine list. The scene is trendy & busy. The service was excellent, the GM even came by to make sure everything was perfect for us. Everything...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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I had the pleasure to dine at Prime last night, and would recommend it to anyone. I had the Reserve Cut, 40-day Dry Aged, Bone-In Ribeye, MR, and it was fantastic. Additionally, we had the Shellfish Castle,...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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Celebrated my birthday dinner here this past weekend in Chicago. Made an early pre-theater dinner reservation for 6pm. When we walked in, the place was completely empty yet they seated us by the waiters'...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE MEAT. I love my vegetables too, but it must come with MEAT. The dry aged ribeye here at David Burke's was the best steak I've had in at least a decade, if not my entire life. The food in...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten a lot of steak through my years. It is my opinion that steak is one of the highest expressions of food. You don't have to taught how to enjoy it as a child. Everyone just knows it's good...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This review is only for brunch. I had been anticipating my brunch at David Burke's with Robin T. for weeks and weeks. Unfortunately I had decided to stay out drinking until 3am the night before so...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is delicious. I was meeting up with friends at DBP for dinner on a Thursday night. Since I don't eat meat, I checked the menu and was happy to see there was a selection of entrees to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like the steaks at David Burke's compared to other places that I have tried such as Morton's, Gibson's, Keefer's etc. The modern decor is definitely more my taste than compared to the traditional...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had breakfast at David Burke's this weekend, and it is by far one of the best breakfasts in the city. I had the banana pancakes with pecans and cinamon butter. They were the best pancakes I have...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My group for Zurich came here for dinner one night with clients and had a wonderful time! They really enjoyed the meal and especially the wine list. Price was great and the waiter was perfect...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very good steak at this NYC Chain. Enjoy the bar at the James Hotel prior to dining at this good rush street addition.
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
All in all a very pleasant dining experience. The service was exceptional, friendly and attentive without hovering. I had the 22oz dry aged porterhouse. Very flavorful, but it was a slightly thinner...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Breakfast at a steak joint? Yeah, so! I got the filet and eggs. Good stuff! The End
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Impressive all-around dining experience! Very modern, classy decor. Attentive, professional service. Sooo many tempting options on the menu- from the dry aged meat options to the dover sole daily...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This review is for the dim sum-style brunch on Sundays. Overall, the experience rates 2.5 stars. 4.5 to 5 stars for the presentation, especially the staff pushing around the carts. They were...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down, five star experience. My boyfriend and I went here for his birthday and we were totally impressed. The popovers-- I've been dreaming of them since going here. They were gigantic,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here to celebrate my birthday recently, and was a bit underwhelmed. For starters, we weren't sat for our 8:15 reservation until about 9:30. When we checked in, we were told we'd be "seated...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here with a large party (business dinner). I will say the mussels were DELICIOUS but it did not make up for our truly horrible service. Our service was so bad that half of our table walked out...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food, atmosphere, and service at David Burke's is pretty incredible. I suggest going earlier in the evening and then sitting at the bar for an after-dinner drink. The restaurant houses business...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The mojitos here are amazing! I just had one, but it had my ears ringing haha... strong but good flavor.I didn't order the steak (because I'm lame) but the salmon was delicious. Tempura green beans...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place is totally overrated! The food is average at best! The ambience is terrible--starting with their bright, tacky hotel bar! The only thing I liked about this place is the service. If you...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dim Sum Sunday Brunch - very detailed!!We arrived at about 12:10 PM for our Noon reservation, the hostess was cute and friendly, she greeted us right away, asked if we had a reservation and promptly...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My cousin and I were craving a seafood plateau (plateau de fruits de mer) and decided to give this place a shot. So on a whim we skipped into the restaurant (ok,not really). She had told me about...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
What do I love most about David Burke's Primehouse? Their sides and appetizers. They're all pretty creative, and most of the time pretty good. Service has always been pretty good, and it should be...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
There are alot of steakhouses in Chicago. And this one, is just okay in my book.Located in the James Hotel, David Burke's Primehouse has a dark, masculine feeling from the moment you walk in -yet not...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Disclaimer: Based on Chicago's Restaurant WeekI dined here mid-week after a few friends raved that even during Restaurant Week, DB's menu was fantastic.We both started with the lobster bisque. The...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love me some fat and juicy steak, and the kind that they serve here at David Burke's Primehouse is no exception. I came here with a few of my friends for Thanksgiving dinner and was impressed with...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had a fun time here. The great company is probably what made the dinner though. We went out for dinner with some friends from work. One of the coworkers was nice enough to order appetizers for all...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Stop in last night for the Restaurant Week pre fixe dinner. Pre fixe was offering a petite bone-in fillet, which was good, but a touch salty. I'm not sure if it's due to some sort of rub or the fact...
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down, I have not had a better steak. That includes NYC, Dallas, Houston, and Tulsa. Blows a mainstay like Chop House out of the water, both in preparation and delivery. Service is top notch with...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Since I was in Chicago, I needed to try the one of the many steakhouses that this city offered. I noticed that David Burke was doing something for Restaurant Week and upon confirmation of what the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After all this hype and Ellen M promising me a delicious dinner at David Burke's - did it live up to its hype? Yes and it's probably my new favorite steakhouse here in the city. (We're still Pete...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am not a big meat eater but this was one of the best steak joints I've eaten in. My rating is based on steak houses that's all.
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I took my boy here for his birthday and it was nothing short of AMAZING! We were there on a Tuesday night so it was pretty quiet, mostly business men discussing their golf game. Our waiter was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Exceptional food. I have stayed at the James many times for business before I moved to Chicago. I've had breakfast many times here, the chicken sausage is AWESOME. Pricey but awesome; I wasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have had David Burke's through room service while staying at the James. However, I finally came here for dinner with a dear friend from NYC, and it was fantastic!!We started with rounds of dirty...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This restaurant is the holy grail of steak houses in Chicago. I had the 75 day aged (Underground Himalayan Salt Room) Prime Rib and my mouth was overcome with an orgasmic array of tantalizing flavors...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love this place! You need to get yourself there right away! I didn't have anything with fancy aging, just a regular filet but it was so delish! I started with the baby arugula salad and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pros: Great Meat Great Meat Great Meat My appetiser was awesome Porterhouse was great Service was excellent Decor...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As you know, I love a bargain, so when I heard that David Burke's Primehouse was running a "we love our neighbors" promotion for those who live or work in the 60611 or 60610 zip codes (the hubby's...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
a great steakhouse in chicago - but i am biased because i love popovers (hello zodiac at neiman marcus!) - they start you off with a asiago cheese popover and you'll want to get inside the thing and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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Terrible....Do not waste your money. I reserved a private room for my Mother's 70th Birthday Party and we had an awful experience. The room was 38 degrees when we arrived and we froze for 2 hours before WE...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Atmosphere and decor are almost a five. There is really something to be said about a place with beautiful zebra marble floors. A small element of cheese with the tired caricatures painted as a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Really good. Really, really good. Made me poor for a while but they have a salt wall in the basement. Really.
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the best steak I have had in Chicago. However, the rest of the menu is fabulous. Appetizers were excellent and desserts were even better. I would recommend the Cheesecake Lollipop Tree or...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
So I've read good things about this place but it left much to be desired. We got there right on time for our reservation and the hostess told us they were running behind and it would be about 15...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The lollipop cheesecake, crab cake, salads, and sides get 5 stars. The steaks were really good, but in my opinion, overpriced. It was not the best steak we've ever had but the most expensive....
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2008
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Not only is the place a great adventure in decor; the steaks are probably the best in the City. They are dry aged and have a unique flavor. And talk about size..yes, they are a little pricey but worth every...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My wife and I just ate here last night to celebrate our first date night since having our 1 month old. I would love to give the place 4 stars, but the price is a little too much for what you get. I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This might just be the best restaurant in Chicago. I'm still recovering from the best hunk of cow I've ever had.My boyfriend's so sweet ... he took me here for our anniversary even though he's a...
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had high expectations and such a feeling of anticipation knowing that I was going to come here for dinner after reading so many of the Yelp reviews for this place. I don't even know where to start....
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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I don't recommend this experience. Service was adequate, food was cold and mediocre. Over priced for quality of service and cuisine. The best part were the popovers!
citysearch.com - user review - 12/05/2007
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Thank God for good company because this may have been the worst meal I've had in Chicago. There is not a good thing I can say about this restaurant!
citysearch.com - user review - 12/01/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Pardon my lack of erudition . . . but this place sucks. Here's a list of reasons why:1. The service. We had possibly the most annoying waiter in the entire city. He visited the table approximately...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Primehouse has moved to the top of my steakhouse list!First, it is a beautiful place with both booths and tables. I love that I don't have to sit 4 inches from somebody else's table. I mean, c'mon,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I got the 40day aged steak, it was pretty good. All in all everything was pretty good, but I found nothing to be over the top. Especially for the price.
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Sometimes you just want a ridiculously good (and absurdly priced) piece of meat. After living here for almost three years, and not having been to a steakhouse, I decided to fix that on my birthday....
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
it started off well with an appetizing crab cake roll. then the rest of the meal fell flat. for the price, this should have been one of the best steaks i've ever had. it was not even close. reading...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We were staying at the James and thought we'd check out the in-house steakhouse. The atmosphere was nice--good lighting, typical masculine decor but fine. Our waitress was excellent. All the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
**ONLY WENT FOR LUNCH***Went here with work people for lunch. We all did prix fixe for $24 which was FABULOUS! We all agreed that we would definitely try to go back here another times soon because...
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was totally hyped about this place because I read all these amazing reviews on Yelp. I had a chance to splurge and eat here in August before our little girls came home, so I went with my wife, her...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
FOOD:I had the aged 'Kansas Stake' and it was cooked to perfection. I accidentally ordered the bleu cheese sauce to go with it,, and I didnt like it. with the steak.. so i recommend the steaks...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummm! I first ordered a steak with marsala sauce (I forget the name) medium rare. It came out really well done. But I told the waitress and she quickly replaced it for me with a filet with blue...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2007
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I thought it was worth the price. It was a pretty expensive lunch but I didn't regret to pay that much for that experience. The steak I ordered was perfectly cook (based on my judgement). The texture of the...
menupages.com - user review - 10/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was the only steak house we went to in Chicago. The service was phenomenal; the deco and ambiance is very modern and chic, not the "usual" prime house feel. We ordered the Kobe Steak Sashimi...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I came here with a bunch of work people, because it was so highly regarded on yelp. And I can understand why. The place is beautiful and the food was amazing. Really, the steaks are some of the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Damn was that a good meal. We had the Kobe steak sashimi as an appetizer which was AWESOME! And the bread was amazing.I don't know if it was the BEST filet I've ever had, but it's definitely up...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2007
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I am here to let you know that the breakfast at Primehouse is wonderful! The many healthy selections are great and the food was prepared quickly and looked and tasted phenomenal! Everything that we tried was...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I first visited this restaurant during its opening weekend. I was eager to see a Chicago steakhouse with a trendier atmosphere and I was not disappointed. The scene here is perfect for a guys night...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is constantly just great. I have never had a bad steak meal here. From their yummy seafood apps...I love giant seafood platters! The Kobe beef sashimi, crab cakes, some beet sushi thing...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm downgrading this place to 3 stars. The last time I ate here, my $44 "South Side" filet was not cooked properly. I don't care if Moby did write a song about it. Fuck that.
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Quite a surprise that I would enjoy David Burke's over Morton's which is very good also but the overall experience is a about a notch or two better. I judge this based upon six dinners I have had at...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Even though I don't eat red meat, I really loved this place. Incredibly good food (lives up to the hype). We started out with a great bottle of red and the popovers. Jeez...those are delish! We...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My first dining experience at David Burke's was phenomenal. We came on recommendation by our friend Amy D (Yelp member). :) This restaurant is DELICIOUS!!!The owner/manager is really nice and very...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I forgot to review this place! I had dinner for my bday last year at David Burke's and it was a great time. I went with a group of friends and our server was very friendly. The lobster bisque is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If I was rating the service at David Burke's, I'd give it 5 stars. I was very impressed that the servers and hostesses were so down to earth. It's a trendy place with a good atmosphere and good...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is kind of a hard one to write. Some things at Primehouse were absolutely fantastic, others just good.First off, the place is very down to earth. It's the most expensive restaurant I've ever been...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Always looking for a great steak place to go to that is not the same old chicago steak house. This place has\ great ambiance. The server was very helpful in telling us about the meat and how it was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you want steak in Chicago, you can't do much better. My advice: throw whatever self-control you've got out the window while you dine here. Don't debate on appetizers between the dumplings, the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent food, excellent atmosphere, excellent service.In addition to the steaks which is the main draw of this restaurant, the crab cake appetizer was amazing. I thought the filet was better than...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for dinner last night and had a great all-around experience. The atmosphere is very loungey here. The tables are spread out very well so its not like you're sitting right on top of the table...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Holy Coyote is this place good. The popover was interested and good. The wine list is freaking amazing!!! I actually went to go look up my bottle of wine afterwards b/c I wanted to buy more, and it...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Zero-hesitation five stars, and deserves an honorable mention for being in my top ten favorite restaurants.The popovers were phenomenal. I go to a wonderful restaurant and get obsessed over weird...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Took my sister to a surprise lunch at David Burke last summer and she still talks about it to this day. DB's Primehouse was on everyone's radar when it opened and I decided I needed to check out yet...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to a few steak houses here and there throughout Chicago, and even though this isn't the best one, it's not a bad choice for a nice dinner. Located in the James Hotel, the atmosphere is very...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Took my first trip to DB's Primehouse this past weekend with the parents in from out of town.Outrageously delicous.We had a nice reco on a Spanish red wine which was outstanding.I can only really...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We chose this place because of the numerous amount of good reviews and the lack of bad ones. My review is no different. This was probably the second best steak dinner I've had first being Ruth's...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All I have to say is, "OMG, I can't wait to eat here again!!!" The day after , I spoke with several friends and suggested we dine here next time we get together. The lamb was perfectly prepared, the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2007
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Again, slightly not traditional steak house atmosphere, but great great food. Burke's is one to the few places in Chicago that dry ages and the taste totally comes through. I went when they had just opened and...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A modern twist on the classic steakhouse, David Burke's Primehouse is in the super stylish James Hotel and offers traditional steak cuts as well as innovative seafood dishes. The leather booths are...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yep, in a land of steak-lovin' carnivores, this steakhouse is tops. The steak I had was so tender, it was like it was melting on my tounge. Loved the popovers and the Ceasar salad was damn good too....
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, Please...This place was carnivore heaven. They had a special promotion, Around the Horn in 40 days for $40 (2oz portions of 6 different cuts). I could actually taste the difference between the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh my god! This is my new favorite steakhouse. I've tried dry aged steak from bella, gibsons, and n9ne. This is my favorite place for Steak to this date. You have a better place you recommend let...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I went for the $40 Around the Horn special, were you get a 2oz portion of 6 different cuts, including Kobe. It sounded good, and a great way to try the different Prime and aged meats that I've never...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have never had a less than amazing meal...The steaks are amazing, if you are weak of stomach, don't ask what "aged" means...The Rack of Cookies is to die for! Seriously, I would not normally...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This makes my top 3 meals of my lifetime.Do go here.I missed the $40 special by one day. See if Jeff is available.Drink: Fat tireBread: Cheese popoversDinner @ 5:30: Kobe beef shashimi 40day...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, this is more expensive than the other places I have been: but somebody paid for me! I almost felt the faces of the poor folks of the world staring at me as I ordered my 50$ steak and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Insane. Grey Goose martinis with blue cheese stuffed olives. Filet Mignon cooked perfect; medium rare. Asparagus. The only thing better than the food is the staff. Friendly and every woman in...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
LOVED this new steakhouse --- LOVED LOVED. If I could take two things away, it would be the crab cakes (covered in a pretzel crust) and the chocolate covered cheesecake lollipops (presented on a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Primehouse is a little inconsistent, but can be excellent when firing on all cylinders. Their bone-in Kentucky style Ribeye is usually excellent with hearty, rich beef, usually (though not always)...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2007
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As a huge fan of David Burke & Donatella in New York, I eagerly anticipated the arrival of David Burke Primehouse here in Chicago. A few old favorites carried over from the NYC menu continue to dazzle- the...
menupages.com - user review - 12/15/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
where to start...pleasant and accomodating staff (extra thanks to billy, our flamboyently friendly funny yet professsional waiter who dealt with our party of 12). between all of us, we pretty much...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2006
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Probobly the best lobster bisque I have ever eaten. The service was lacking a little however I believe our waitress was new. The steak was good, but not great.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/20/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Two visits have left me confused and bewildered. Will the real david Burke Steak House please stand up. One visit, delicous food, great service, the other harried wservice over cooked steaks. Probably...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was a great dining experience in almost every area, except for my steak. My first mistake was ordering "au poivre" -- too much pepper overwhelmed the beef. But beyond that, the steak just seemed...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent, fantastic, wonderful!! I selected this place for a work function based on reccomendations from Yelp.com reviews. Yelp did not dissapoint this place delivered a superior dining experience. I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome. And it should be awesome for these prices. We went to dinner here the last time my dad was in town and it was one of the best meals I've ever had. The steak was unbelievable. All the sides...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2006
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My husband and I ate here on October 6 to celebrate his birthday. The waiter spilled a beer all over my head/neck and cashmere sweater. While the restaurant was quick to clean it up, we got ZERO compensation...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/23/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have two memories of my dinner at DB Primehouse: the aging room, lined with gorgeous slabs of salt, and the popovers, which were nothing like the ones mom made when I was growing up. They were...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for an anniversary and had a wonderful time. The ambiance is very traditional masculine american steakhouse, but the play on food was spectacular. If you can only afford to grab...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Innovative Steak place! Pretty good Restaurant for some really heavy Eating!!! Great Mohito! Great Food! Great Chef! Cool atmosphere! Would it be my first choice of steak places in Chicago, No, but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was the best steak I'd ever had. Amazing. Other good things: the popovers brought in lieu of bread (in their own little pans); the caesar salad which is prepared table-side is suprisingly...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2006
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This could very well be one of our new favorites. The service was outstanding, and the sommelier nailed our wine tastes from just a few hints as to what we were in the mood for. The wine he pulled for us was...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/24/2006
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Eating there with my employer on the 9th of september, 2006, was perhaps the highlight of my trip to chicago. I have personally never had a better steak, and everyone in our party of seven agreed. After being...
menupages.com - user review - 09/12/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for a special dinner with a friend a few months after it opened. It was very nice. The lounge for the restaurant could use a little something. It still maintains the lobby feel from the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. Fantastic. The steak is fantastic, but you would expect that. What you wouldnt expect ... popovers to die for, cheesecake pops for dessert and the most amazing cocktails. Try the brunch or...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My mom and I had breakfast here after staying at the James Hotel--and I have mixed reviews. My breakfast omelet--filled with proschuitto, asparagus, sun-dried tomatoes and more--wasn't as good as it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great, fast service. Really interesting atmosphere. Don't expect your typical steak house, this is very modern. Clean, minimal inside and the steaks are amazing. Try the 3 pepper rub. As stated in...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
while visiting chicago, the concierge at our hotel across from primehouse recommended this restaurant. he said it would be $25-30. liar! or did mean for entree only?! anyway, it cost a whole lot...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Possibly the best steak I have ever eaten. Dry aging is the way to go, but if you're not into dry aging, the "South Side Filet" is wet aged. All of the appetizers were delicious, especially the "East...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great, great, great.Reservation for 10 was honored immediately, and unlike some similar restaurants we didn't have to give a credit card to make a reservation for a large party.Appetizers were all...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2006
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Kind of a cool looking spot. Not a big fan of dry-aged beef so didn't care for the steaks very much. Favorite thing was the crabcake with some kind of pretzel coating, it was pretty good. Everyone was pretty...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/05/2006
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Our waitress was very limited in her knowledge of the menu. Nice wine list. Sommeliers were fantastic. Steaks were great! Dessert was good too. Nice bar/lounge. Average to expensive for what you get food wise....
citysearch.com - user review - 06/16/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Review for the BAR area only.Hmmm . . . why do I have so many reviews of restaurants that refer to the bar area only? ANYWAY. Went here last night with a friend after work - fantastic! Stylish,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I would definitely recommend David Burke's in a couple of months....after they work the kinks out....I went a week after it had opened and my steak had to be sent back four times, due to over and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The owners of blue water grill have done it again with the David Burke Steakhouse. This steakhouse is located in the really cool boutique hotel, James Hotel. The steak was delicious- definitely up to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2006
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