BIN 36

www.bin36.com

A bastion of the Chicago fine dining scene, BIN 36 has ushered in a new approach to cuisine and wine that has not gone unnoticed by the likes of Gourmet, Food & Wine, and Wine Enthusiast. From their hallowed loft on the Near North Side, general manager Dan Sachs, chef John Caputo, and wine director Brian Duncan deliver a brilliant vision of oenophilia and gastronomic passion.

Saunter into the open, inviting environs of BIN 36 and embark on an extraordinary dining experience that will surpass your expectations. BIN 36’s expert staff casts aside pretension and fully dispels the notion that learning about wine must be complicated or intimidating. On a romantic night out, hone your wine connoisseur skills with a flight of impeccable vintages as you salivate over flavorful cheese.

Should your palate crave further tantalization, indulge in the most exclusive dining experience at BIN 36—a customized chef’s tasting menu for two of bold, hearty tastes. Without a doubt, your visit to this esteemed restaurant will leave you a firm believer in Dan, John, and Brian’s mantra: “Drink wine. Live well. Have fun.”

– Callie, Bloomspot Staff Writer

Featured tasting menu items

Grilled Asparagus

Spring mushroom duxelles, Brie crostini, prosciutto vinaigrette

Bison Steak Tartare

Hominy grits croutons, watermelon gelée, pasilla negro chile vinaigrette

Poached Alaskan Halibut

Ricotta gnocchi, olive oil-poached cherry tomatoes, fava bean-mint pesto

Grilled New York Strip Steak

Scallion potato hash cake, braised watermelon radish, watercress vin blanc

Red Velvet Cake

Raspberry cream cheese ice cream, pecan phyllo tuile

Blueberry Brioche Donuts

Lemon zabaglione, lemon-thyme sherbet

Chef’s Cheese Flight

Designed on a daily basis

See full menu

What people are saying

“ ... I love the openness, the attentiveness of the waitress, the soft music piping throughout the restaurant … they explained the menu to me, offered up suggestions. They were not impatient or pushy ... what more could a gal ask for.”

“My go-to date spot in Chicago, and also my go-to girls night out spot … The interior is gorgeous, the smells coming from the kitchen are an art of their own, and I just can't say enough great things about BIN 36.”

“Not only was everything delicious, but the server brought little cards with detailed descriptions ... I loved knowing more about my meal! Also, the staff is incredibly nice ... Overall, BIN 36 was a fantastic experience.”

“We had a cheese flight that was excellent. We each had wine flights that were good … My steak was probably one of the best cooked steaks I've ever had. The strawberries for dessert were a perfect ending.”