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TABLE fifty-two


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4.5 of 5 stars 23 ratings
23 ratings
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#17 of 4,516 restaurants in Chicago
  • Cuisines: American
  • Average price*: $ 40

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4 of 5 stars
EmeraldCityReviewer   10 contributions
Seattle, WA
Nov 13, 2009

My wife and I ate at TABLE fifty-two during a recent vacation to Chicago away from the kids and had a very elegant meal. The service was outstanding and the tiny carriage house was extremely charming. I could see why Barack and Michelle ate here for their Valentine's Dinner this past year! We started off with the Fried Green Tomatoes... more

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5 of 5 stars
4RealBeach   13 contributions
Madison, WI
Oct 31, 2009

Art Smith's venture into fine dining in Chicago is a can't miss for food lovers. The popularity he's garnered through his high-profile pre-restaurant days along with the good reviews of the place have made getting a reservation something that requires some planning ahead, but do so. When you first walk in, you are struck by the size - very small... more

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5 of 5 stars
HURRICANEPhilly   2 contributions
PHILLY
Sep 16, 2009

My friends and I ate there last Friday night. The food was excellent. The sides were even more amazing ( 1 - mac and cheese 2 - sweet potatoes). Hummingbird cake is a must not miss! The Chef came and greeted the table which was exciting. We went early but by the time we left the place was full. The... more

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5 of 5 stars
MimiFan   9 contributions
Durham, North Carolina
Sep 12, 2009

I went to Table 52 on Sunday September 6th with friends. The restaurant was small but cozy. They served deviled eggs and chedder biscuits compliments of the chef as soon as we sat down. We had the buttermilk fried chicken, collard greens, sweet potatoes, and Mac and Cheese. I also had lemonade. The food was so very good. I especially... more

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5 of 5 stars
Madtown91   15 contributions
Madison, WI
Aug 24, 2009

Going to a restaurant that is highly acclaimed like Table 52 - you expect the best. This restaurant delivers! The food was just to die for - everything was prepared excellently, and the tastes were phenomenal. Presentation was simple yet appealing. There were 3 of us in our party, and each ordered something different, we could not decide who's was... more

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5 of 5 stars
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May 26, 2009

Fantastic meal. Go on Wednesday or Sunday to partake of the supper special--southern fried chicken. Loved that chef Art Smith came out to mingle with diners. Beware - cocktails are hideously expensive. Four cocktails on our tab for two accounted for half of our total bill (including a shared app and two mains). more

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4 of 5 stars
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Feb 23, 2009

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5 of 5 stars
P-Train   10 contributions
Chicago, Illinois
Oct 6, 2008

I recently ate at Table Fifty-Two with my wife. Our evening was wonderful, from the food to the ambiance. I would classify the fare as upscale comfort food with a little bit of a southern flare. Ingredients seemed fresh, and the food was delivered to us as if it was right off the grill. Chef Art Smith, of Oprah and... more

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5 of 5 stars
texastovirginia   3 contributions
Northern Virginia
Aug 24, 2008

I was dining alone, so I sat at the bar by the wood-fired oven and had a very enjoyable meal, chatting with the staff. The meal started with a drop-biscuit baked in a cast-iron skillet and topped with parmesan cheese. I could have made a meal of just biscuits! The pistachio-crust chicken with lo mein noodles was terrific. I did... more

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3 of 5 stars
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Jun 11, 2008

Solid apps, side and desserts (especially the heavenly hummingbird cake!), but the entrees were all lacking, especially the burger which was specially recommended. Go to Rosebud Prime for a good burger. Go to Table 52 for the sweets. more

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TABLE fifty-two Address

52 W Elm St, Chicago, IL 60610
Tel: (312) 573-4000
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.