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Perilla Korean American Steakhouse
ZipPicks Awards
Best Korean in Loop
Best Steakhouse in Loop
Best Romantic Restaurants in Loop
Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Loop
Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Loop
Best Tasting Menus in Loop
Best Date Night Steakhouse in Loop
Master Critic Review
Perilla Korean American Steakhouse
8.5
A Korean-American steakhouse format inside L7 Chicago that leans into grill-forward sets, banchan, and ssam building for a structured, table-driven meal. The best move is to treat it like Korean BBQ pacing: commit to one meat set, add one stew, and finish with a single rice lane instead of stacking categories.
Must-Try Dishes:
Soondubu 순두부찌개 (short rib, silken tofu, soft egg), LA galbi, Kimchi 김치찌개 (heritage pork belly, tofu)
Scores:
Value: 6.5
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 8.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: A Korean BBQ-style steakhouse set experience with banchan, ssam, and Korean stews.
Who should go: Date nights and groups who want a steakhouse upgrade
When to visit: Weeknights for smoother pacing and easier reservations
What to order: LA galbi, soondubu, kimchi stew
Insider tip: Order one set, then add just one stew and one rice lane.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Hotel garage parking available at L7 Chicago; street parking in the Loop is limited and metered, especially after 6pm.
Dress code: Smart casual to dressy—jeans are fine, but most diners lean upscale.
Noise level: Moderate—lively grill energy, but conversations are still comfortable at the table.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes without a reservation; reservations strongly recommended.
Weekday lunch: Typically little to no wait.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited—vegetable banchan, rice, and some sides, but the menu is meat-forward.
Vegan options: Very limited—possible with careful ordering, but not ideal.
Gluten-free options: Some options available; sauces and marinades vary, so confirm with staff.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes, especially if you want an elevated, interactive meal—just be comfortable with shared plates and table grilling.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Sometimes on weeknights or early evenings, but weekends and prime dinner hours usually require a reservation.
Is it kid-friendly? More adult-oriented; better suited for teens who enjoy Korean BBQ rather than young kids.
Best For
Better for: A polished Korean BBQ–meets–steakhouse experience with strong presentation and date-night energy.
Skip if: You want casual, budget-friendly Korean BBQ or a quieter, traditional steakhouse feel.