# Gilt Bar > Gilt Bar — New American restaurants in Chicago, IL. ## Key facts - **URL**: https://frankiapp.com/business/gilt-bar-9046 - **Type**: Restaurants - **Cuisine**: New American - **Location**: Chicago, IL - **Address**: 230 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654, US - **Phone**: 13124649544 - **Website**: https://www.giltbarchicago.com/about/ - **Menu**: https://www.giltbarchicago.com/food/ - **Coordinates**: 41.889236, -87.635376 - **Claimed**: unclaimed - **Vibes**: Classy, Modern, Cozy, Intimate ## About Gilt Bar is a contemporary American restaurant tucked into River North at 230 W Kinzie St, Chicago, with a sultry, amber-lit space featuring upholstered walls and elegant furnishings. The menu brings together American classics, global wines, and craft cocktails, with a particular following for fresh handmade pastas and wood-fired entrees. Regulars rave about the rigatoni alla vodka, orecchiette with spicy sausage and broccolini, and the legendary cookie skillet dessert. Happy hour runs daily from opening and draws crowds for deeply discounted apps and bites. The intimate capacity suits date nights and small group outings, and The Library at Gilt Bar offers a private, vintage-tinged setting within the same space. ## Hours - Monday: 4pm - 10:30pm - Tuesday: 4pm - 10:30pm - Wednesday: 4pm - 10:30pm - Thursday: 4pm - 10:30pm - Friday: 4pm - 11pm - Saturday: 4pm - 11pm - Sunday: 4pm - 10:30pm ## Highlights - **Handmade pasta** — Fresh pasta made on the spot, with the rigatoni alla vodka a crowd favourite. - **Craft cocktail bar** — Espresso martinis and classic cocktails keep guests coming back for more. - **Sultry amber interior** — Upholstered walls and warm lighting create a cozy, classy atmosphere. - **Unbeatable happy hour** — Apps and entrees drop to $8-$11, so quality bites come at a serious steal. ## Amenities - Vegan - Vegetarian - Parking - Credit Card - Happy Hour - Full Bar - Reservations - Delivery - Take Out - Kid Friendly - Wheelchair Friendly ## Social - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giltbarchicago/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/giltbarchicago - Twitter: https://twitter.com/giltbar ## FAQ ### Where is Gilt Bar located? Gilt Bar is located at 230 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654, in the River North neighborhood on the Near North Side. Valet parking is available outside the restaurant during dinner service. ### What are Gilt Bar's hours? Gilt Bar is open Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 4:00 PM to 10:30 PM, and Friday and Saturday from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The Library at Gilt Bar opens slightly later, from 5:00 PM Sunday through Thursday and 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday. ### What kind of food does Gilt Bar serve? Gilt Bar serves contemporary American cuisine with a menu of shareable plates, salads, and wood-fired entrees. The pasta dishes are a standout, particularly the rigatoni alla vodka and the orecchiette with spicy sausage and broccolini. Guests also love the burrata, bone marrow, and the famous cookie skillet for dessert. You can browse the full menu at giltbarchicago.com/food. ### Does Gilt Bar have a happy hour? Yes, Gilt Bar runs happy hour daily starting at 4:00 PM. During happy hour, apps and entrees are available for $8-$11, and house wine drops to $6 per glass. Arriving right at opening gives you the best chance of grabbing a seat at the bar. ### What is Franki? Franki is a restaurant discovery app that helps you find great places to eat through real video reviews from actual diners. You can browse reviews, photos, and videos of Gilt Bar on Franki, and earn cash back when you dine there. Download Franki on the App Store or Google Play to start exploring. ### Is Gilt Bar good for a date night? Gilt Bar is widely praised as one of Chicago's best date night spots. The intimate, amber-lit space features upholstered walls, elegant furnishings, and a warm, cozy atmosphere that feels both classy and relaxed. The Library at Gilt Bar, a private room within the space, takes the experience up another notch for a more secluded evening. ### Can I make a reservation at Gilt Bar? Yes, reservations are available up to 21 days in advance, with each new date opening at 9:00 AM. Walk-ins are also welcome at the bar, where the full menu is served. ### How can I contact Gilt Bar? You can reach Gilt Bar by phone at (312) 464-9544 or by email at contact@giltbarchicago.com. You can also follow them on Instagram at @giltbarchicago, on Facebook, or on Twitter for updates and specials. ### Does Gilt Bar have options for vegetarians or vegans? Yes, Gilt Bar accommodates both vegetarian and vegan diners, so the menu has something for guests with different dietary preferences. ## Reviews ### mon_amie_brie — 5.0/5 · May 20, 2024 The Library at Gilt Bar is an excellent place for date night! They feature one if my favorite pasta dishes in the city - orecchiette with spicy sausage and broccolini. Paired with a French martini or espresso martini, you’re bound to have a great meal. ### brianallee — 5.0/5 · Apr 21, 2023 #HappyHour destination! Apps & entrees are +$20, so to get thise dishes for $8-$11 is a steal! Loved all 🦪 #Mussels 🍄 Spinach stuffed fried #mushroom caps 🦴 #bonemarrow 🍷 $6 house wine ### spill.the.chi — 5.0/5 · Jul 21, 2024 The best vodka rigatoni! Perfectly cooked and soo creamy🍝 ### ilisaeats — 4.5/5 · Jul 23, 2024 Gilt bar is a beautifully decorated intimate space that would be perfect for date night ### aliii — 4.9/5 · Oct 19, 2024 I come here for the happy hour and I stay for the deliciousness. From apps to pasta to dessert this restaurant can nail each course. I personally don’t love pasta much but you can taste the freshness from the on the spot made pasta. ### okamandako — 5.0/5 · Jun 5, 2025 Come for the library vintage vibes. Stay for the cocktails and bites. These are my favorite dishes at Gilt Bar ### dinewithpooj — 5.0/5 · Jul 24, 2025 Back at it with the best cookie skillet in Chicago 😮‍💨 Here’s your sign to go get one 🍪🔥 #GiltBar #CookieSkilletCravings #ChicagoEats #DineWithPooj #DessertLife ### nickd — 5.0/5 · Dec 16, 2025 Happy hour slider. Get to the bar right at 4pm and you can get a seat at the bar for some amazing happy hour deals ### goldenstarlightruns235 — 5.0/5 · Nov 13, 2025 Gilt bar ### spill.the.chi — 5.0/5 · Dec 15, 2024 Gilt bar has the best teeny espresso martini🍸☕️