Esmé

Lincoln Park · Chicago · Planning guide

Esmé builds its tasting menus around changing art collaborations. Allow a full evening and read the ticket terms before choosing a date.

By Chicago Fine Dining · Sources checked

Budget beyond the ticket

The FAQ lists a 22% service charge. Check the current booking offer for the menu price, then add drinks and tax. Corkage is $65 for a 750 ml bottle, with one bottle allowed per two guests and no wines already on the list.

Dietary, corkage and ticket policies

Check the live booking terms

The website's booking button leads to OpenTable, while its FAQ still names Tock. Use the current button and read its terms before paying. The FAQ describes non-refundable tickets and a $150-plus per-person rebooking fee; confirm the terms attached to your actual reservation.

Dietary, corkage and ticket policies

Leave time for the meal

The FAQ estimates 2.5 to 3 hours. Vegetarian, pescatarian and gluten-free adjustments require 72 hours' notice. Other needs should go to [email protected]. There is no valet or formal dress code. Check your confirmation for the dining-room entrance rather than entering through the bar.

Dietary, corkage and ticket policies

Sources and editorial approach

This is a researched planning guide, not a review of a firsthand meal. Prices and policies are those available when checked. Cost examples are our calculations with exclusions stated. Confirm the details for your date with the restaurant.

Checked September 13, 2026. Send a correction with the detail and a supporting source.