El Che Steakhouse & Bar

El Che Steakhouse & Bar Live-fire restaurant inspired by John Manion’s travels in South America.
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Housed in the former Checker Taxi building, El Che Bar is Chef John Manion’s spirited Argentine-American restaurant, a love letter to his time traveling throughout the country. In a warm and eclectic setting, the restaurant evokes the contemporary rhythms of Buenos Aires filtered through a local lens. The restaurant exudes an inviting vibe with sultry tones and subtle nods to South America through

out. A black marble bar gives a nod to elegance, in contrast with the raw open cooking space where Manion will hone in on serving wood-fired cuisine Al Asador. Locally sourced vegetables, grilled meats, and whole seafood will be cooked on the custom-built grills and chapas in an open hearth. The beverage program centers on the spirits of the American's with a focused all South American wine list.

Some things were made for open fire. Bone marrow is one of them.
06/15/2026

Some things were made for open fire. Bone marrow is one of them.

This month, we're sending some love to Pilot Light.Order an Empanada at El Che or a Pão de Queijo at Brasero, and we'll ...
06/11/2026

This month, we're sending some love to Pilot Light.

Order an Empanada at El Che or a Pão de Queijo at Brasero, and we'll donate $1 to help bring food education into more classrooms.

Good food. Good cause.

06/10/2026

This is what happens when you put two wine guys in front of mystery bottles.

This is blind wine tasting with and

Coal roasted prawns layered with smoky bisque, creamy polenta, fresh scallions, and bright aji salsa. Rich, spicy, and b...
06/07/2026

Coal roasted prawns layered with smoky bisque, creamy polenta, fresh scallions, and bright aji salsa.

Rich, spicy, and built for sharing… or not.

Father’s Day is right around the corner and we know exactly what dad wants...Grab your Father’s Day dinner reservation n...
06/03/2026

Father’s Day is right around the corner and we know exactly what dad wants...

Grab your Father’s Day dinner reservation now.

Fire, beef, and one of the deepest South American wine lists in the country.That’s what we’re here for.
05/29/2026

Fire, beef, and one of the deepest South American wine lists in the country.

That’s what we’re here for.

Before. After.16oz Mishima Reserve Wagyu NY Strip from Washington, taken from raw to perfectly charred over the hearth.
05/26/2026

Before. After.

16oz Mishima Reserve Wagyu NY Strip from Washington, taken from raw to perfectly charred over the hearth.

Wine this serious deserves a proper dinner.Join Pedro Parra at El Che on June 18 for five courses, incredible wines, and...
05/21/2026

Wine this serious deserves a proper dinner.

Join Pedro Parra at El Che on June 18 for five courses, incredible wines, and a deep dive into the soils and stories of Southern Chile.

Chicago’s heating up. So is the hearth.
05/18/2026

Chicago’s heating up. So is the hearth.

Go big or don’t bother. 40 oz Wagyu flap, Manion style, green peppercorn au poivre.
05/13/2026

Go big or don’t bother.

40 oz Wagyu flap, Manion style, green peppercorn au poivre.

Address

845 W Washington Boulevard
Chicago, IL
60607

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 10pm
Tuesday 5pm - 10pm
Wednesday 5pm - 10pm
Thursday 5pm - 10pm
Friday 5pm - 11pm
Saturday 5pm - 11pm

Telephone

+18723204912

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