Your Instagram feed is deemed unworthy without a post from Restoration Hardware Chicago.
Specifically their restaurant, Three Arts Cafe. Which is a hot spot for locals and celebs alike! If you haven’t been – quietly close your laptop and sprint there now. I’m not even kidding. It’s quite possibly everyone’s favorite spot in Chicago. Mine included.
Located in the Gold Coast, the space and food exceed the hype. Which is why I always suggest this place to anyone visiting Chicago! The dress code is casual but everyone dresses very daytime chic. Not to be confused with fancy. Jeans are just fine! So be sure to put on a favorite day outfit. You know the kind that says, “Oh! I just threw this on but it actually took forever to put together.” Also, if you’re a mom – you’ll see lots of other mamas toting their babes. So don’t let that deter you from popping in.
If you haven’t been, or plan on going back, here are my top 7 tricks for experiencing Restoration Hardware Chicago to its fullest.
The BEST 7 Tricks For Dining At Restoration Hardware Chicago
Put your name in with the hostess immediately. No matter the wait length.
The host/ess will estimate an hour wait, but restaurants do this to trick you. Even if there is a line and you don’t have time to do the full estimated wait, still put your name in. TRUST ME. You’ll secretly be seated fast. This happened to me last weekend and we were given a table immediately – even after we were told it was an hour wait.
Make the most of your wait!
Head to the back coffee bar and order a coffee or bellini. Sip and explore the five floors of stunning staged rooms – including the rooftop. You’ll die. Lots of locals just come here to work and hangout. So it’s not only acceptable but encouraged to lurk around!
You’ve been seated – wahoo!
Order the iced coffee (its on draft and a touch chocolatey) or a flute of Prosecco. Or have another Bellini.
The burrata is a MUST.
That’s all to say there.
I personally suggest sitting in the wine bar room.
It’s a bit more cozy and tucked away off the main dining space. You’ll know you are in the right spot if you see a long, stone table with all the bottles of wine. The best part is the full view of the entire atrium in all her glory.
Order something with french fries.
Your visit to Restoration Hardware Chicago isn’t complete till you’ve ordered the hot and crispy morsels. That go perfectly with that glass of Prossecco!
The fresh baked cookies are all the rage.
Trust me.
Make it Instagram Official
If you take an Instagram (which you will), be sure to use the appropriate hashtag – #RHChicago along with the Geotag – Restoration Hardware Chicago. That way you can be cool too 😉
Have you been to Restoration Hardware Chicago? They now have locations in Nashville, Atlanta and so many other cities! If so, what did you order? What’d you think? Any tips you’d like to add?
I’m not going to pretend like I haven’t stalked the photos on IG 😉 It’s so gorgeous! Pete and I have been talking about visiting this winter (are we crazy?! haha) and this would be on the top of my list of must visits!
26 and Not Counting
Looks like a holiday field trip for my girls and me. I hear that although it’s gorgeous, the staff is friendly and the food is good.