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06/03/2026
๐ค Hey, who you calling shrimp? Oh, you meant these. Our bad. Carry on...
๐ฝ๏ธ Fried Gulf Shrimp Basket
06/02/2026
Eeny, meeny, miny, all of them! ๐ฝ๏ธ
๐ Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad
๐ Mac & Cheese
๐ Fried Chicken Sandwich
๐ Crispy Chicken Sliders
05/30/2026
๐ฅ Good news, brunch lovers, your favorite meal of the weekend is starting even earlier!
Join us beginning at 10am for all the sweet, savory, and sippable satisfaction your weekend deserves. Mimosas and Bloody Marys included. ๐ณ
๐ Weekend Brunch 10a-3p
05/28/2026
Some heroes wear capes. Ours come on toasted buns. ๐
๐ฝ๏ธ Drive-In Burger
05/27/2026
If you need us, weโll be parked at Navy Pier with crab cakes in one hand and a cocktail in the other ๐ฆ๐น
๐ธ Old Bay Crab Cakes
05/26/2026
Patio season means our fan-favorite Patio Bingo is BACK! ๐ก Join us every Tuesday from Navy Pier for your chance to win amazing cash prizes, gift cards, and bingo bragging rights. Plus, all proceeds of bingo card sales will be donated to our partner charity every week!
๐ป๐ฏ๐ฐ๐ต๐ฎ๐บ ๐ป๐ถ ๐ฒ๐ต๐ถ๐พ:
๐ Every Tuesday 6-8p
๐ Takes Place on Our Patio
๐ See Host for Seating (No Reservations)
๐ Must Be at Least 18y to Participate
๐ Bingo Cards $5/ea OR 21 Cards for $50
**๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ต๐ฉ๐ฆ๐ณ ๐๐ฆ๐ณ๐ฎ๐ช๐ต๐ต๐ช๐ฏ๐จ**
05/24/2026
๐บ๐ธ In remembrance of those who gave everything for our country, weโre proud to give back this Memorial Day Weekend and every day.
Military guests in uniform receive 50% off food & beverages, and guests with a valid military ID receive 20% off from your friends at Reunion. ๐ซก
05/20/2026
Fork YEA! ๐ค What will soon be your new favorite salad, fresh Reunion veggies team up with salami, croutons, parmesan cheese, crispy chickpeas, pan-seared shrimp, and a bitey red wine vinaigrette to make our 1960 Salad the kind of lunch you accidentally start craving every week! ๐ฅ
05/19/2026
๐บ๐ธ Long holiday weekend plans? Be it brunch, lunch, or drinks on the patio, a trip to Reunion this Memorial Day is the move.
05/15/2026
A day this monumental deserves its own weekend ๐ฅ
๐ Bottomless Mimosas 11a-3p (Sat & Sun)
05/12/2026
I was today years old when I found out Chef Art's has an on-tap frozen cocktail flight โ๏ธ ๐คฏ
05/10/2026
Happy Motherโs Day to the queens of comfort food, unconditional love, and making everything better with dessert! ๐ ๐ฐ
05/07/2026
Moms deserve brunch with a little sparkle. โจ Join us this Sunday for Reunionโs Annual Motherโs Day Brunch at Navy Pier featuring a specialty prix fixe menu stacked with Chef Art classics, including Chicken & Waffles, Shrimp & Grits, and more. Bonus? Every Mom enjoys a Disaronno Spritz with purchase! ๐๐ฅ
โก๏ธ Reservations Link in Bio
**๐๐ฆ๐จ๐ถ๐ญ๐ข๐ณ ๐๐ณ๐ถ๐ฏ๐ค๐ฉ ๐๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ถ ๐๐ญ๐ด๐ฐ ๐๐ท๐ข๐ช๐ญ๐ข๐ฃ๐ญ๐ฆ**
05/06/2026
The rhythm is set, and the tickets are officially LIVE! ๐ We are thrilled to join the 2026 powered by lineup. This yearโs theme, โLet your Tastebuds Dance,โ celebrates the vibrant harmony between culinary artistry and the spirit of dance.
Catch & The Reunion team at the following events:
โก๏ธ Chef Demo Saturday - September 26, 5-5:30 pm - Demoing with Chef Fleetwood Covington, Executive Chef
โก๏ธ Rise & Shine Brunch - September 27, 12-3 pm - Hosting with Chef Erick Williams, Virtue Restaurant & Bar
From standout bites to perfectly crafted sips, this is an experience you wonโt want to miss!
๐๏ธ Tickets for are on sale NOW: chicagogourmet.org
05/05/2026
When Cinco de Mayo meets a Taco Tuesday, participation is mandatory ๐ฎ๐น
05/04/2026
May the FORK be with you!๐ด
๐ฝ๏ธ Short Rib Ragu
05/01/2026
You. Us. Brunch. Patio. Giddyup. ๐ณ๐ฅ
๐ Weekend Brunch 11a-3p
๐ถ Live Music Saturday
๐พ Bottomless Mimosas Sunday
04/30/2026
๐ Join us next Thursday for an evening of reflection and powerful dialogue at Reunion by Chef Art Smith at Navy Pier. From Death Row to HIV/AIDS: Grace Unbound in Chicago features a bold conversation between Bishop Demetrios and acclaimed journalist Lou Canellis, exploring themes of faith, human dignity, and the lives too often forgotten.
The evening begins with a reception at 6:00 PM, followed by the interview at 7:00 PM and a meet-and-greet from 8:00โ9:00 PM. A limited number of books will be available for purchase, with sales managed on-site before and after the program. Parking is available at Pier West Garage (validation provided), and rideshare drop-off is conveniently located at the restaurant entrance.
๐ Reserve Your Spot Here: tinyurl.com/bishop demetriosMay7
04/28/2026
โ๏ธ Mom just called. She wants you to make a resy at Reunion for Mother's Day!
Treat Mom like the queen she is with our Annual Mother's Day Brunch from Navy Pier. Our specialty prix menu features some of our all-time faves, including deviled eggs, chicken & waffles, mimosas, and bloody marys. Even better? All moms will receive a Disaronno Spritz with any purchase! ๐ซถ
โก๏ธ Reservations: https://bit.ly/4cOxahI
**๐๐ฆ๐จ๐ถ๐ญ๐ข๐ณ ๐๐ณ๐ถ๐ฏ๐ค๐ฉ ๐๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ถ ๐๐ญ๐ด๐ฐ ๐๐ท๐ข๐ช๐ญ๐ข๐ฃ๐ญ๐ฆ**
04/27/2026
Shareable? Technically. Likely? Debatable.
๐ Crispy Chicken Sliders
04/24/2026
Weekend forecast? 100% chance of brunch on our patio! โ๏ธ๐ฅ
Sweet, savory, or sippable, time to make your way to Reunion.
๐ Reservations: https://bit.ly/4cOxahI
04/23/2026
Our #1 Draft Pick this year? Chef Art's Famous Fried Chicken, of course! ๐ ๐
04/22/2026
We didn't invent Mac & Cheese, we just made it that much better! ๐ง๐คฏ๐ง
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04/20/2026
Here's to you, M๐บM!
Time to shower the Queen Bee in your life the Reunion way with our ๐๐ง๐ง๐ฎ๐๐ฅ ๐๐จ๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ'๐ฌ ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐ซ๐ฎ๐ง๐๐ก from Navy Pier. Join us Sunday May 10th for a specialty prix fixe menu featuring an array of Chef Art classics, including Chicken & Waffles and Shrimp & Grits. Plus, all Moms will receive a Disaronno Spritz with any purchase! ๐ฅ
โก๏ธ Reservations: https://bit.ly/4cOxahI
**๐๐ฆ๐จ๐ถ๐ญ๐ข๐ณ ๐๐ณ๐ถ๐ฏ๐ค๐ฉ ๐๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ถ ๐๐ญ๐ด๐ฐ ๐๐ท๐ข๐ช๐ญ๐ข๐ฃ๐ญ๐ฆ**
04/17/2026
Patio season is officially HERE! โ๏ธ๐
Brunch, lunch, or drinks with the squad - we're Spring'ing into action this weekend from Chef Art's place with outdoor vibes on our mind. So grab a seat, grab a drink, and make our patio your happy place from the Navy Pier!
๐ Reservations: https://bit.ly/4cOxahI
Address
700 E Grand Avenue #131
Chicago, IL
60611
To get to E Grand Avenue in Chicago by public transport, take the train or bus and get off at the nearest stop. From there, walk towards E Grand Avenue.
To get to E Grand Avenue in Chicago by car, head towards the downtown area and find parking in one of the nearby parking garages or lots. Once parked, walk towards E Grand Avenue.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 8pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 8pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 8pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 8pm |
| Friday |
11am - 9pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 9pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 8pm |
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What people say
Chef Art Smith's Reunion Restaurant -Chicago is not just any restaurant, it is a place where food meets philanthropy. The restaurant recently hosted an Alzheimer's Benefit Dinner in collaboration with the Alzheimer's Association to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimerโs care, support, and research. Chef Art Smith lost his mother, grandmother, and aunt to this disease, which makes this cause very close to his heart. During the event, he shared touching stories of these remarkable women who inspired him throughout his life.
Apart from its philanthropic endeavors, the restaurant offers a unique dining experience that blends Chef Art's southern Florida roots with Chicago's Navy Pier culture. The menu features mouth-watering dishes that are sure to satisfy any palate. From crispy fried chicken to shrimp and grits, every dish is prepared with fresh ingredients and served with a touch of southern hospitality.
The ambiance of the restaurant is warm and inviting, making it perfect for intimate dinners or large gatherings. The staff is friendly and attentive, ensuring that every guest feels welcomed and comfortable.
Overall, Chef Art Smith's Reunion Restaurant -Chicago is more than just a place to eat; it is a place where food meets philanthropy and where memories are made. If you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience in Chicago, look no further than Chef Art Smith's Reunion Restaurant -Chicago on E Grand Avenue.