Maple&Ash | The Ultimate Birthday Vibe Restaurant in Chicago! 🎉🎂

- I made a reservation at Maple&Ash well in advance just to get their special birthday customized menu! - Later, I found out that this Chicago location only allows birthday cakes from bittersweet to be brought inside—all other outside cakes are strictly prohibited! ⚠️ Honestly, this policy is a bit hard to swallow… - But putting that aside, the food, atmosphere, service, and overall celebratory vibe truly make it one of the best birthday dining spots in Chicago! ✨ ✨ Complimentary welcome drink and crispy chips with dip – a lovely little surprise! 🍴 Wagyu beef carpaccio with toasted bread slices – absolutely delicious! 🦞 Fire-roasted seafood tower – we ordered the pro size for three people, featuring lobster, oysters, shrimp, scallops, and clams. The seasoning was a bit on the salty side, but still satisfying! 🥩 32-day dry-aged bone-in New York strip – we went with medium-rare, and the meat was incredibly tender! 🥗 For sides, the roasted asparagus was outstanding, while the Brussels sprouts were just okay. 🍸 Dirty Little Secret – our charming server convinced us to try it, but we only noticed at checkout that it was $45 per glass! 😱 It looked gorgeous, but the taste was… unique. If you love martinis and adventurous flavors, you might want to give it a try! 📷 Pro tip: Arrive early for better lighting! These photos were taken around 6-7 PM – after that, it gets too dark for good pictures. 💰 Average cost per person: around $200. 📍 8 W Maple St, Chicago Have you been to Maple&Ash? What was your experience like? Share your thoughts below! 👇😊 #BirthdayRestaurant #Chicago #ChicagoFood #ChicagoExplore #ChicagoRestaurant #BirthdayVibes #BirthdayPhotos #HiddenRestaurantGem #VibeDining #RestaurantRecommendations #ChicagoFoodie #SpecialOccasionDining #LuxuryDining