Dining | The Clare Retirement Community | Chicago, IL
The Height of Culinary Luxury
In a city renowned for culinary excellence, The Clareās culinary experiences rise above expectations of residents who have dined at the world’s finest restaurants. Our collection of four distinctive venues each capture a different facet of urban sophistication. Every meal is a social celebration featuring innovative cuisine that rivals Chicagoās most acclaimed establishments.
A Taste of Culinary Innovation
The Clareās Culinary Venues
Every meal at The Clare is an opportunity to explore, indulge, and connect. Choose your own culinary adventure from our four distinctive dining venues:
The Ambassador Lounge is The Clare’s social heartbeat ā a beautifully appointed great room that serves as the building’s gathering place from morning through evening. It’s where residents connect before a night out and share a nightcap. Upscale yet informal, social yet intimate, bustling yet never crowded. The space itself seems to know exactly what you need, when you need it.
The Abbey On Fifty Three exists for life’s most treasured celebrations. This exclusive venue accommodates intimate gatherings with completely customized experiences crafted specifically for each occasion. Perched at the crown of The Clare with spectacular views overlooking Lake Michigan’s shoreline, The Abbey transforms special occasions into truly rare experiences.
The Grafton is fine dining as it should be ā innovative cuisine, delivered with impeccable hospitality in a timeless atmosphere. Our talented culinary team reimagines classic dishes with contemporary techniques and locally sourced ingredients, while our Executive Chef personally welcomes every guest.
Garden Table Bistro welcomes you into a bright, eclectic atmosphere that exudes warmth. Here, fresh seasonal ingredients inspire ever-changing menus that surprise and delight ā no two visits unfold quite the same way. Dine indoors bathed in natural light or on our landscaped terrace overlooking the city.
SAVOR THE CITY
Beyond our doors lies Chicago’s most celebrated culinary corridor, where world-renowned restaurants have earned their place among the globe’s dining destinations. The Clare’s distinguished address ensures that exceptional experiences await just steps away:
- BISTRONOMIC | Across N. Wabash Ave. from The Clare
- NoMI | Park Hyatt across N. Rush St. from The Clare
- RL Restaurant | Across E. Chicago Ave. from The Clare
- Torali | E. Pearson St., one block from The Clare
- Shanghai Terrace | E. Superior St., one block from The Clare
- Alpana | N. State St., one block from The Clare
- TZUCO | N. State St., two blocks from The Clare
LET'S CONNECT
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