#SepiaChicago seamlessly melds refined and rustic, vintage and contemporary. Showcasing Michelin-starred cuisine from @ChefAZimmerman.

123 N. Jefferson St., Chicago, IL
Joined July 2009
We’re flipping the script on the classic tartare with our Smoked Beef Carpaccio.
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If you haven't already become acquainted, we are pleased to introduce Emiliano Göttig, our new Director of Operations. We are so happy to have you, Emiliano! Welcome to the team.
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Lightly Smoked Ocean Trout, with toasted rye, lemon verbena, and cucumber. Layered with bright @closedloopfarms herbs.
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Say hello to our new house cocktail, The Frankie Knuckles Martini. Crafted with @stgeorgespirits Valley Orange Blossom Gin, @uncouthvermouth, a splash of maraschino liqueur, and a dash of orange bitters.
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Short rib cooked low and slow (140°F for a solid 48 hours, to be exact) with white cheddar, potato, shiitake, and pickled ramp. To all the @chicagomarathon runners out there—this is your post-race reward.
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Whiskey Rebellion🍋 Inspired by the OG whiskey tax riot of the 1700s—before the Boston Tea Party got all the fame—this cocktail brings that rebellious spirit to your glass.
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Roasted King Crab Etouffee with @nicholsfarm sweet corn, smoked trout roe, and koshihikari rice. Finished with tableside pour of our butter-based etouffee sauce (because you deserve it), and the holy trinity of Creole cooking—celery, bell pepper, and onion.
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Tonight we bid farewell to our very own talented @alex.ring. Alex has been the mastermind behind our widely successful wine programs. Alex, thank you for all that you’ve done for us. We will miss you dearly!
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Today’s the day! 🎶 Kick off @soulcoughingband’s reunion concert at @therivierachicago tonight properly—with a pre-concert sip of our Ruby Vroom.
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Last chance to catch Chef Erin's Toasted Hay Semifreddo before it’s off the menu! Toasted hay in a caramelized white chocolate shell, paired with sour plum, smoky grilled peach, and fresh, peaches marinated in marigold honey. A nutty, toasted milk dream, plated.
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A seasonal menu item that we can’t help but bring back every year. Fresh Kampachi Crudo, layered with avocado, almond, and cherry tomato. Finished with a tableside pour of tikka masala consommé.
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Rods & Cones with smoky mezcal, dry vermouth, Japanese melon, and @chantoine_boomsma Cloosterbitter, Rods & Cones is a colorful celebration of flavor. Served over a big rock and finished with shiso, cheers to seeing (and savoring) every shade!
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Roasted halibut meets pistachio pesto, gordal olives, and pickled @butternutsustainablefarm aji dulce peppers, all wrapped in charred romaine.
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Pastrami-cured and smoked beef carpaccio with spring onion and smoked onion tallow, nestled upon brioche and finished with burnt onion consommé. An ode to onion, meticulously layered in every bite.
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A sweet slice of the season: Airy sunchoke milk sponge, @mickklugfarms blueberry frozen yogurt, and sunflower praline. Garnished with lightly herbal lemon verbena.
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Spinach and artichoke ravioli with pecorino, smoked egg, and crispy artichoke.
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Vin Doux De Soleil: Wine Director @al.x.ring's perfect pairing for @erin_cobbler's strawberry cannelés.
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A fan favorite makes its well-anticipated return: Steak Tartare Toad in a Hole. Steak tartare seasoned with dill oil vinaigrette, tossed with charcoal-grilled ramps. To finish, it's topped with brioche and filled with egg-yolk and beef fat jam.
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Chef @erincobbler’s beloved cannelés get a seasonal refresh with @mickklugfarms strawberries! Served with rum-butter roasted vanilla diplomat cream, classic-style strawberry ice cream, and dehydrated strawberries.
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There’s Always Yen In The Banana Stand: @suntorywhisky, pisco, @peychaudsaperitivo, and ripened, frozen banana collide with @sbfoodsusa oriental curry powder for an aromatic twist. Finished with a splash of banana maple syrup and a rim of brûléed, espresso-soaked banana peel.
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