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Steakhouse & Lounge · Hyde Park, Chicago

Chemistry Chicago Menu & Prices 2026: Steakhouse + Lounge

Full Chemistry Chicago menu and prices for 2026 -- the complete dinner menu, Sunday brunch buffet, handcrafted cocktails, and gold-wrapped steak offerings from Hyde Park's premier Black-owned steakhouse and lounge. The Wagyu Tomahawk is $189; the Gold-Wrapped version is $480. Sunday brunch buffet is $60 per person. All prices are from the official chemistrychicago.com menu.

Black-owned Hyde Park steakhouseWagyu Tomahawk $189Sunday brunch buffet $60Live entertainment5121 S. Harper Ave. Chicago
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Signature items

Wagyu Tomahawk (32 oz)$189
Gold-Wrapped Tomahawk$480
Filet Mignon (8 oz)$59
Sunday Brunch Buffet$60
Peach Cobbler Martini$20
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What Chemistry Chicago is known for

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Signature steak
Wagyu Tomahawk $189

32 oz wagyu tomahawk with truffle mashed potatoes. Chemistry's centerpiece dish.

Showpiece experience
Gold-Wrapped Wagyu Tomahawk $480

32 oz tomahawk wrapped in edible 24K gold, truffle potato au gratin.

Best value
Sunday Brunch Buffet $60

Full buffet including lamb chops, fried chicken, waffles, French toast, peach cobbler. Sundays 11am-3pm, 21+.

Signature cocktail
24K Gold Lemonade $24

Hennessy VSOP, Casamigos Reposado, Limoncello, lemonade, edible 24K gold.

Steak & lamb menu

Chemistry Chicago steaks and lamb, ranked by price

Every steak and lamb offering, ranked from most to least expensive. Note that 20% gratuity is automatically added. Cuts from the "Extended Family" boards are listed separately below.

  1. 1Gold-Wrapped Wagyu Tomahawk32 oz + edible 24K gold. Ultimate showpiece.$480
  2. 2Wagyu Tomahawk32 oz, truffle mashed potatoes. Chemistry's signature.$189
  3. 3Nice to Meat You Board2 racks lamb + 2 Cowboy steaks + 2 sides. Feeds a group.$403
  4. 4Surf & Turf BoardLamb, Cowboy steak, 4 salmon fillets, 2 sides.$310
  5. 5Gold-Wrapped Filet Mignon8 oz prime + edible 24K gold.$154
  6. 6The Cowboy22 oz USDA prime ribeye, herb-roasted carrots & onion.$79
  7. 7Lamb ChopsAustralian lamb, demi-glaze, garlic mash.$59
  8. 8Filet Mignon8 oz prime, charred lemon, fire-roasted garlic confit.$59
  9. 9Hawaiian Prime SteakPineapple-habanero puree, grilled pineapples.$55
  10. 10Steak Frites10 oz Wagyu Bavette, chimichurri, skinny fries.$48
Gold-wrapped specials

Chemistry Chicago's gold-wrapped steak experience

Chemistry's "Heart of Gold" tier wraps premium cuts in edible 24K gold for a luxury tableside presentation. These are experience-driven orders, often reserved for birthdays, anniversaries, and celebration dinners.

$154 -- Heart of Gold

Gold-Wrapped Filet Mignon

An 8 oz prime filet mignon presented wrapped in edible 24K gold, with charred lemon and fire-roasted garlic confit. Same cut as the standard Filet Mignon but elevated to a tableside showpiece.

$480 -- The Ultimate

Gold-Wrapped Wagyu Tomahawk

Chemistry's most dramatic offering: a 32 oz Wagyu Tomahawk wrapped in edible 24K gold, served with truffle potato au gratin. Reserved for milestone celebrations. Call ahead for availability.

CutWeight / DetailPrice
Steak Frites10 oz Wagyu Bavette$48
Hawaiian Prime SteakChar-grilled prime$55
Filet Mignon8 oz prime$59
Lamb ChopsAustralian rack$59
The Cowboy22 oz USDA prime ribeye$79
Wagyu Tomahawk32 oz wagyu$189
Gold-Wrapped Filet Mignon8 oz prime + edible 24K gold$154
Gold-Wrapped Wagyu Tomahawk32 oz wagyu + edible 24K gold$480

All steak prices are before the 20% auto-gratuity and any applicable 5% entertainment fee. Tax not included.

Sunday Funday Brunch

Chemistry Chicago's Sunday brunch buffet (2026)

Sunday Funday Brunch runs every Sunday from 11am-3pm. The buffet is $60 per person, payment required at the door and non-refundable. Age 21+ required for the brunch experience.

Sunday Funday Brunch Buffet$60/person

  • Fried Chicken
  • Lamb Chops
  • Beef Bacon & Turkey Bacon
  • Chicken Sausage Links
  • Salmon Bites & Grits
  • Scrambled Eggs & Scrambled Cheese Eggs
  • Cajun Grits & Roasted Potatoes
  • Waffles, French Toast & Cinnamon Rolls
  • Fresh Fruit & Peach Cobbler

Sundays 11am-3pm. 21+ only. Payment upon entry, non-refundable. Made-to-order Cowboy Steak ($79) and Wagyu Tomahawk ($189) available as add-ons.

Bottomless Mimosas$40/person

  • Unlimited mimosas for the brunch window
  • Available as an add-on to the brunch buffet

Sunday brunch only. Add to your buffet reservation.

Mimosa Flight$20

  • 3 mimosas
  • Flavors: orange, strawberry, blueberry, pineapple

Sunday brunch only. Good option if you want variety without committing to bottomless.

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Full priced menu

Complete Chemistry Chicago menu with 2026 prices

All categories including dinner, cocktails, brunch, and desserts. Menu items and prices sourced from chemistrychicago.com (May 2026).

About these prices. All prices are from the official Chemistry Chicago website (chemistrychicago.com) as of May/June 2026. A 20% gratuity is automatically added to all bills. A 5% entertainment fee is added during live entertainment including DJ nights. Tax is not included in any listed prices. Confirm current pricing at (773) 891-2106 or chemistrychicago.com before visiting.
Price comparison

How Chemistry Chicago compares to other Chicago steakhouses

Like-for-like price comparison across premium Chicago steakhouse options. Prices are approximate national/Chicago averages for each chain.

CategoryChemistry ChicagoMorton's SteakhouseCapital Grille
Entry filet / signature steak$59~$62~$65
Premium tomahawk / showpiece$189~$185~$175
Signature appetizer$18-22~$18~$20
Cocktails$18-26~$16~$18
Weekend brunch (per person)$60N/AN/A
Auto gratuity20%VariesVaries

Chemistry Chicago's auto-gratuity (20%) and entertainment fee (5%) mean effective spend runs 25% above listed menu prices on entertainment nights. Morton's and Capital Grille data are approximate 2026 Chicago market pricing.

Dining tips

What to know before visiting Chemistry Chicago

Must-know

Auto-gratuity + entertainment fee

20% gratuity is added automatically to every bill. On DJ and live entertainment nights, an additional 5% entertainment fee applies. Budget accordingly -- a $100 dinner runs $126+ before tax on a DJ night.

Dress code

Business casual to formal only

Chemistry enforces a business casual to formal dress code. Athletic wear, casual sneakers, and ripped clothing are not permitted. The door is strict, especially on weekends and during entertainment events.

Reservations

Book ahead -- walk-ins wait

Chemistry prioritizes reservations over walk-ins. On popular nights the wait for walk-ins can be substantial. Book via OpenTable or email Reservations@ChemistryChicago.com. Large-party deposits are non-refundable.

Brunch tip

Sunday brunch: arrive early

The $60 Sunday Funday Brunch runs 11am-3pm (last entry ~1:30pm). Payment is required at the door and is non-refundable. Arrive in the first hour for the best buffet spread. Must be 21+.

Parking

Free 170-car lot nearby

A 170-car lot is located south of the Whole Foods on 51st St. Mon-Wed: free underground parking at LL2 (51st & Lake Park) with 90-minute validation. Five-hour validation also available -- ask at the host stand.

Special occasions

Gold-wrapped steaks for milestones

The Gold-Wrapped Wagyu Tomahawk ($480) and Gold-Wrapped Filet Mignon ($154) are ordered primarily for birthdays, anniversaries, and proposals. Birthday platters ($45) are also available. Personal cakes allowed with a $25 fee; no balloons.

About Chemistry Chicago

Hyde Park's Black-owned steakhouse, lounge, and entertainment venue.

Chemistry Chicago was founded with a vision of combining breathtaking design, live entertainment (bands, DJs, comedy), and chef-driven steakhouse cuisine in one Hyde Park destination. The restaurant positions itself at the intersection of fine dining and nightlife -- upscale enough for a proposal dinner, energetic enough for a late-night celebration.

The venue is Chicago's premiere Black-owned steakhouse. It operates as a lounge and entertainment venue alongside dinner service, with a Sunday 21+ brunch that has built a loyal following. The "Chemistry" theme runs through the menu naming: appetizers are "The Introduction," entrees are "The Engagement" and "The Marriage," desserts are "The Honeymoon."

Chemistry is located in Hyde Park -- the same South Side neighborhood as the University of Chicago -- at 5121 S. Harper Ave., with a large free parking lot south of Whole Foods.

$$$$Price tier
$189Wagyu Tomahawk
$60Brunch buffet
21+Brunch age req.
Location & hours

Chemistry Chicago address and hours

Address: 5121 S. Harper Ave., Chicago, IL 60615 (Hyde Park)

Phone: (773) 891-2106

Dinner: Mon-Thu 6pm-midnight · Sat 7pm-midnight · Sun 5pm-midnight

Happy Hour: Mondays & Fridays 4pm-8pm

Sunday Funday Brunch: 11am-3pm (21+ only, $60/person)

Confirm current hours at chemistrychicago.com or call (773) 891-2106 -- holiday and event schedules may vary.

  • Dress code: Business casual to formal
  • Reservations: Strongly recommended (OpenTable)
  • Gratuity: 20% auto-added to all bills
  • Entertainment fee: +5% during DJ/live shows
  • Free parking: 170-car lot south of Whole Foods
  • Age: 21+ for brunch and dinner after 9pm
  • Personal cakes: Allowed ($25 fee; no balloons)
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Common questions

Chemistry Chicago -- frequently asked questions

Answers to the most common questions about Chemistry Chicago's menu, prices, dress code, brunch, and reservations.

What is Chemistry Chicago?

Chemistry Chicago is a Black-owned upscale steakhouse, lounge, and entertainment venue at 5121 S. Harper Ave. in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL 60615. It blends fine-dining steakhouse cuisine (headlined by the 32 oz Wagyu Tomahawk at $189) with live music, DJs, and a 21+ Sunday brunch experience. Phone: (773) 891-2106.

How much does the Wagyu Tomahawk cost at Chemistry Chicago?

The 32 oz Wagyu Tomahawk is $189 on the standard dinner menu, served with truffle mashed potatoes. A gold-wrapped version of the Wagyu Tomahawk is available for $480 -- it is presented wrapped in edible 24K gold with truffle potato au gratin and is Chemistry's most dramatic showpiece. Note that a 20% gratuity is automatically added to all bills, and a 5% entertainment fee applies during live entertainment.

How much is the Sunday brunch buffet at Chemistry Chicago?

The Sunday Funday Brunch Buffet is $60 per person, payable upon entry and non-refundable. The buffet includes fried chicken, lamb chops, beef and turkey bacon, chicken sausage, salmon bites and grits, scrambled eggs, cajun grits, roasted potatoes, waffles, French toast, cinnamon rolls, fresh fruit, and peach cobbler. Add bottomless mimosas for $40 or a mimosa flight (3 flavors) for $20. Brunch runs Sundays 11am-3pm and is 21+ only.

What is the dress code at Chemistry Chicago?

Chemistry Chicago enforces a business casual to formal attire dress code. The venue positions itself as an upscale lounge and entertainment destination, so casual or athletic wear is not appropriate. The dress code is strictly enforced, particularly for Friday and Saturday evening service and the Sunday 21+ brunch.

Does Chemistry Chicago add gratuity automatically?

Yes. Chemistry Chicago adds a 20% gratuity automatically to all bills. An additional 5% entertainment fee is charged during live entertainment, including DJ nights. Factor these into your budgeted cost: a $59 Filet Mignon on a DJ night effectively runs around $73+ before tax and any additional drinks.

What are Chemistry Chicago's hours?

Hours as of spring 2026: Happy Hour Mondays and Fridays 4pm-8pm; Dinner Mon-Thu 6pm-midnight, Saturday 7pm-midnight, Sunday 5pm-midnight; Sunday Funday Brunch 11am-3pm (21+ only). Chemistry is closed for brunch on weekdays. Confirm current hours directly at (773) 891-2106 or via chemistrychicago.com, as holiday and event schedules may vary.

Is there parking at Chemistry Chicago?

Yes. Chemistry Chicago offers free parking in a 170-car lot south of Whole Foods. Monday through Wednesday, complimentary underground parking is available at LL2, 51st and Lake Park, with up to 90-minute validation. Five-hour validation is also available. Ask at the host stand for parking validation.

What cocktails is Chemistry Chicago known for?

Chemistry's signature cocktails include the 24K Gold Lemonade ($24) (Hennessy VSOP, Casamigos Reposado, Limoncello, topped with lemonade and edible gold), the Date Night Flight ($40) (three Casamigos Reposado tequila cocktails in lemon, strawberry, and blueberry), and the Peach Cobbler Martini ($20). Handcrafted cocktails are $18 each. Mocktails are available from $8-$13 for non-drinkers.

Do you need a reservation at Chemistry Chicago?

Reservations are strongly recommended. Chemistry states that reservations are honored before walk-ins, which can mean significant wait times on busy nights without one. Reservations can be made via OpenTable or directly at Reservations@ChemistryChicago.com. Large-party deposits are non-refundable. Sunday brunch requires payment in full upon entry and is non-refundable regardless of booking method.

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