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Sepia

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$50 and over
Contemporary American
123 North Jefferson St, Chicago, IL 60661

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Seamlessly melding refined and rustic, vintage and contemporary, Sepia has the feel of an instant classic. The stylish space is warm and inviting, comfortable yet lively. The easy elegance of the room serves as the perfect backdrop for the inventive American cuisine. Chef Andrew Zimmerman's product-driven, seasonal menu showcases the purity and quality of the ingredients, letting both the ingredients and his passion for what he does shine through. Sepia celebrates tradition – with a modern twist.

To book reservations of 7 or larger, please email info@sepiachicago.com!

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Andrew Zimmerman

  • Award icon
    MICHELIN 1 Star2024
  • Award icon
    MICHELIN 1 Star2023
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    MICHELIN 1 Star2022

From the OpenTable editors: Chef Andrew Zimmerman's seasonal American tasting menu is so good that this West Loop favorite has consistently held on to a MICHELIN Star since first getting one in 2011. You'll get to choose from several options in your four-course dinner, which might include dishes like crispy ricotta gnudi, roasted monkfish with little neck clams, and a sweet pea pavlova with meyer lemon sorbet. You'll definitely want to get the wine pairing—Sepia won Wine Spectator's 2022 Best of Award of Excellence. Eating here feels extra-special because it's housed in an 1890 print shop with Art Nouveau floors and exposed-brick walls.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, American
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 441-1920
  • Website
    http://www.sepiachicago.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    The elegant private event space features Chef Andrew Zimmerman's inventive American cuisine. When legally permitted we will resume the offering of our Sepia Private Dining Space that comfortably accommodates 60 guests for a seated event or 100 for a reception.
  • Location
    123 North Jefferson St, Chicago, IL 60661
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Cross street
    Randolph
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking is available as well as a parking garage across the street at Hampton Inn for an hourly fee.
  • Public transit
    3 blocks from the Ogilvie Transportion Center, 5 minutes from Clinton Green and Pink Lines Stop.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Chef's Experience

    $185.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Immerse yourself in the Chef's Experience at Sepia, where Executive Chef Andrew Zimmerman, Chef de Cuisine Kyle Cottle, and Executive Pastry Chef Erin Kobler highlight their seasonal favorites. Elevate your evening with optional wine pairings, carefully curated by Wine Director Jake Bennie to complement and enhance each course. With limited availability each night, reservations are recommended. For our chef-curated experiences, we kindly ask that any dietary restrictions or allergies be noted in your reservation. Please note, at this time, we are unable to accommodate a no dairy, no seafood, celiac, vegan, or vegetarian menu.

Menu

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What 5,486 people are saying

Sepia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Contemporary American

  • Chicago

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sepia offers a remarkable dining experience, praised for its "amazing food and service." The Michelin-starred restaurant excels with its "creative flavors" and "exceptional wine pairings." Guests enjoy the "4-course tasting menu" and "chef's table experience." The attentive staff and warm ambiance make it a "must-go" dining destination in Chicago.
5,486 Reviews

  1. Carie VIP

    Chicago / Illinois25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had the Chef's experience dinner and it was absolutely wonderful!! Food was terrific, cocktails and non-alcoholic options were all great!! Service was fun and friendly and wonderful. Thanks so much for a great experience!!

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  2. Joseph and Diana

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, everything was spectacular! We've been to Sepia probably a couple dozen times and it always supersedes my expectations. I love bringing people there. My sister-in-law and niece were here from NY and they loved it-my sister-in-law's 2nd time there. I simply love the place. The food is like no other, I always say it's the cleanest food I've ever had. Amazing place.

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  3. Dimy

    Wisconsin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, wonderful service! We would go back.

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  4. Laura VIP

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot for a special occasion. The tasting menu was incredible and the service was excellent as well.

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  5. Lindsay

    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ordered the chef experience with wine pairing (6 pours). Knew I was in for a good time with the first bite of the prosciutto donut with a generous shave of truffle. Even loved the last two dessert items that I thought I wouldn’t like and the red wines I normally wouldn’t like when paired with the food. The staff seemed genuinely friendly instead of the snobbery experienced a couple other places.

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  6. Carlos

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The waiting time between each course was absurdly long

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  7. Michael

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    What an amazing experience, from walking in the door, to taking my final bite. This was my 1st experience at a Michelin rated restaurant... and, it did not disappoint! Erin (sp?) was an outstanding guide throughout my meal, ready with keen wit and easy banter, and there to discuss the epicurean creativity at every turn. I only had one cocktail - a Manhattan - but it was executed perfectly; right on the money, as ordered! I went with the 8 course option, chef's choice and it was nothing short of stunning, from the opening amuse bouches through the added caviar course, and on to my fav, the scallop and sea urchin concoction, with koshihikari, gochujang consomme and sesame, and finishing with an absolutely RAD dessert, the chef's jivara milk chocolate "frosty" ... unbelievable! Anyway, you might get the idea it knocked my socks off, it did!!! Thanks Erin, for being an incredible culinary tour guide par excellance, Chef Zimmerman and everyone at Sepia, it was a truly unforgettable experience!

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  8. Rodrigo

    San Francisco Bay Area13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Chef Andrew Zimmerman knows his game and Chef Kyle Cottle executes to perfection. I had the chef tasting menu, it was a journey through flavors and textures. Highly recommended.

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  9. Eric

    Unspecified2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was not my first Michelin starred restaurant, but it was the best I’ve experienced. Everything was perfect. Magnificent, creative flavors. Flawless presentation. Meticulous service. Superb drinks. Delightful ambiance. It was everything you would expect from such a highly rated restaurant - including the hefty price tag. But it was worth every penny. We went on a Monday night, which I recommend. It was busy enough to be lively but not so busy it got noisy. 5/5 on everything.

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  10. Kevin

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about this restaurant was amazing! The servers and service was top tier.I would definitely come back again especially for the stuffed chicken wing.

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Sepia is rated 4.8 stars by 5486 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Sepia

123 North Jefferson St, Chicago, IL 60661

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Cross street
    Randolph
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking is available as well as a parking garage across the street at Hampton Inn for an hourly fee.
  • Public transit
    3 blocks from the Ogilvie Transportion Center, 5 minutes from Clinton Green and Pink Lines Stop.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.sepiachicago.com/
  • Phone number
    (312) 441-1920
  • Private party facilities
    The elegant private event space features Chef Andrew Zimmerman's inventive American cuisine. When legally permitted we will resume the offering of our Sepia Private Dining Space that comfortably accommodates 60 guests for a seated event or 100 for a reception.

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