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The Barn Steakhouse

4.6 (487 reviews)
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Filet Mignon / Filet

Mentioned multiple times as perfectly cooked, tender, and flavorful, making it a favorite steak choice among diners.

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Tomahawk Steak

Highly praised for being cooked to the right temperature and showcasing excellent dry aging, with customers describing it as perfect and memorable.

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Dry Aged Ribeye

Described as 'off the charts' and 'perfectly cooked,' this steak is a standout dish that leaves a lasting impression.

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Crab Spaghetti

Recommended for its flavorful, spicy crab preparation with perfectly cooked crab meat, often mentioned as a great complement to steak or as a main dish.

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Oysters (Raw / On the Half Shell)

Frequently enjoyed as a fresh and delicious appetizer, noted for their quality despite some minor requests for accompaniments like cocktail sauce.

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Carrot Cake

Generally praised as moist, flavorful, and a wonderful dessert, though there are some mixed comments about dryness; still a popular choice for finishing the meal.

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Brussel Sprouts

Specifically highlighted as surprisingly excellent and a favorite side dish, noted for their great taste and uniqueness.

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Crab Cake

Recommended as a flavorful and beautifully prepared appetizer that adds to the seafood options beyond oysters.

Location details

1016 Church St Rear, Evanston, Illinois, 60201, US

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Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 5 to 9:30 PM
Wednesday 5 to 9:30 PM
Thursday 5 to 9:30 PM
Friday 5 to 10 PM
Saturday 5 to 10 PM
Sunday 5 to 8:30 PM

About The Barn Steakhouse

Chic spot for New American fare, steaks & cocktails in rustic surrounds at a former stable.

Amenities & services

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • Curbside pickup
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Drive-through
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Organic dishes
  • Private dining room
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Cozy
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • High chairs

Parking

  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Usually plenty of parking
  • Valet parking

Frequently asked questions

What is The Barn Steakhouse known for?

The standout specialty is its steaks, especially the dry aged ribeye and filet mignon, which reviewers describe as tender and cooked to the right temperature. It is also known for its crab spaghetti, brussels sprouts, and strong cocktail and bourbon selection.

What dishes are most recommended at The Barn Steakhouse?

Reviewers repeatedly recommend the dry aged ribeye, filet mignon, crab spaghetti, brussels sprouts, and carrot cake. Other dishes that came up positively include the tomahawk steak, burrata appetizer, potatoes, and sticky toffee pudding.

What is the atmosphere like at The Barn Steakhouse?

The dining room is described as cozy, historic, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with details like 20-foot ceilings, a chandelier, raw brick, and a barn-like interior. It works well for date nights, business dinners, and groups that want a quieter, semi-private meal.

Is The Barn Steakhouse good value, and what is the price range?

The price range is $50 to $100, and reviewers say the portions and service help justify the cost. One common value point is that steaks come with a potato, which several guests noted as a nice touch for a steakhouse at this level.

What drinks or dessert stand out at The Barn Steakhouse?

The cocktail program gets strong praise, especially the old fashioned, Black Manhattan, The Smoking Cap, and the smoky whiskey drinks, plus the bourbon and wine selections. For dessert, the carrot cake is the most mentioned, and reviewers also liked the chocolate cake, crème brûlée, and sticky toffee pudding.

Is parking available at The Barn Steakhouse?

Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking, Valet parking is available.

Does The Barn Steakhouse have vegetarian options?

Yes, The Barn Steakhouse offers vegetarian options.

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