# The Alston

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The Alston—from Michelin-starred Chef Jenner Tomaska —is a steakhouse in Chicago’s Gold Coast. The menu features a blend of the comforting flavors of a traditional Midwestern steakhouse with the refined elegance of 1920s French Nouvelle cuisine. Chef Tomaska elevates the traditional steakhouse by utilizing open-fire cooking and the highest-quality ingredients from the Midwest. Guests can also enjoy tableside service, including bread and cheese carts and an innovative take on a Duck a la Presse carved at the table. The wine program exudes the same level of excellence as the dinner menu, featuring a wine cellar housing an array of vintages, from the classics to avant-garde boutique wines. More is more at The Alston. The luxurious space boasts 350 seats across its expansive dining room, Champagne bar, year-round terrace and private dining spaces. The Alston also houses Chicago's most upscale and unique private member's club. Jean Banchet Awards 2026: Best Design

## Summary

The Alston is a Steakhouse restaurant in Chicago. Its price band is $$$$. Rated 4.5 — 0.1 points below the Chicago median of 4.6, across 69 rated restaurants. Listed under Steakhouse, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining. The median restaurant rating in Chicago is 4.6, measured across 69 rated restaurants. The median restaurant in Chicago sits in price band 3 of 4, measured across 69 restaurants with a published price band.

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