Chicago 100 Restaurants Check-in #23｜Maple & Ash

📍 Name: Maple & Ash 📍 Cuisine: Western, Steakhouse 📍 Address: 8 W Maple St, Chicago, IL 60610 📍 Average Price: $200+ per person 💸 Celebrated my bestie’s birthday here! The ambiance and environment are absolutely stunning—super photogenic and perfect for dates or special occasions! 📸🎉 Pro tip: Call ahead and let them know what you’re celebrating to get a customized menu The menu focuses on steak and seafood. If you’re unsure what to order, go for the tasting menu—yes, it’s literally called “I Don’t Give a Fxxk”—designed for two people. 😏 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Fire-Roasted Seafood Tower 🔥🦞 A must-order! Includes lobster, scallops, oysters, and clams—all fire-roasted to juicy, tender perfection. So satisfying! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Wagyu Beef Carpaccio 🐮💫 My favorite dish! Thinly sliced Wagyu, buttery and rich, topped with black truffle and king crab—salty, savory, and melts in your mouth. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Oyster on the Half Shell 🦪 Fresh and briny oysters served with flavorful sauces that enhance without overpowering. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Hamachi Crudo 🐟🍋 Fresh yellowtail paired with lemon and beetroot—bright, refreshing, and beautifully balanced. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Maple Glazed Foie Gras 🦢🍁 Rich, tender foie gras glazed with sweet maple syrup—a perfect sweet-savory combination. 🌟🌟🌟🌟 32 Day Dry-Aged Bone-in New York Strip 🥩 Solid and well-cooked, though not particularly standout compared to the other dishes. Still delicious! ⚠️ Note: Dress code enforced! Avoid overly casual wear like sneakers or jeans—they might turn you away. 👔✨ #ChicagoEats #MapleAndAsh #Steakhouse #SeafoodTower #FineDining #ChicagoFoodie