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Chicago Firehouse Restaurant to Honor Firefighters on Friday, May 3 for National Firefighters Day
The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant, located at 1401 South Michigan Avenue in the South Loop, and formerly Engine Company 104 of the Chicago Fire Department, is getting a jumpstart on celebrating National Firefighters’ Day on Friday, May 3 from 5 a.m. to 10 a.m. The iconic restaurant will once again host an elegant brunch for Chicago firefighters from Ignite the Spirit, which helps Chicago Firefighter Department families in need. New to this year, the Chicago Fire Department Foundation along with the Chicago Fire Department's Gold Badge Society will also have a presence, which supports the families of those fallen, and local firefighter recruits. There will also be an unveiling of a large canvas created by students of Old St. Mary’s School honoring firefighters will be presented at the event. Hundreds of firefighters will attend.
One of the most iconic restaurants in Chicago, The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant, formerly a fire station called Engine Company 104, is going strong after 23 years, anchoring the South Loop. The restaurant is founded by Laura and Matt O’Malley, Southsiders (Matt is a Marist graduate, and Laura, a graduate of Mother McAuley High School) who also reside in the South Loop. The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant serves over 100,000 people per year in their legendary main dining rooms, their lush backyard patio space, and their elegant private dining rooms. The ambitious duo launched this year the Blue Room, a “drinking den” in the spirit of a speakeasy, in the lower level of the restaurant, featuring live music, bespoke cocktails, and creative and inspired food to much acclaim.
Boasting a proud and resilient history, the landmark Chicago Firehouse Restaurant at 1401 South Michigan Avenue is acclaimed 1905 Romanesque Revival structure. The fire station was built for horse-drawn fire equipment in 1905 to serve the fashionable Prairie Avenue neighborhood. Prominent families such as the Marshall Fields and Pullmans built homes in the area after the Great Chicago Fire in 1871. With an eye for detail, the O’Malleys decided to retain its original charm, keeping the historic doors, its fire pole and more. They were thrilled when an early customer came in to donate his grandfather’s fire helmet, which had significance as he was a former member of Engine Company 104. The helmet is prominently displayed in the venue. The structure and menu are designed to reflect the space’s uniqueness, thoughtfulness, and relevance.
The past is preserved in the present with a variety of dining room options. In the main dining room, the carefully appointed mural envelops guests in the ambiance of the 20th century. The floor to ceiling windowed solarium, accented by plantation shutters, is energized by radiant, natural light. Adjacent to the solarium is a quaint patio originally housing the horse stables. The patio’s cobblestone pavement and tree-lined border provides a secluded urban escape. In addition to the first-floor dining options, The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant offers three private dining room options accommodating parties of 12 – 150 guests. The Veranda Lounge adjoins one of the private dining rooms and affords a spectacular view of the South Loop skyline. The timeless house favorites, steaks, chops, and seafood are complemented by distinctive, contemporary seasonal dishes. Its culinary excellence and impeccable service has been recognized with numerous awards.
Inspired by both the history and beauty of the restaurant, Chef de Cuisine Oscar Montesinos incorporates a thoughtful approach to The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant’s quintessential steakhouse menu and brings his culinary expertise to The Chicago Firehouse kitchen with fares including prime steaks, fresh seafood, and signature dishes. To view the full menu, please visit their website. Reservations are available on Resy.
The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant is open Tuesday through Saturday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Happy Hour is Tuesday through Friday from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Valet parking is available. For more information, please visit www.chicagofirehouse.com or call (312) 786-1401. Reservations are available on Resy. Valet parking is available, and reservations are encouraged.
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