Dive into Maple & Ash: Where your steak sizzles with sass and every bite is a bold, unapologetic adventure in the heart of Chicago!
Honey, buckle up because we’re about to dive fork-first into a world where the steaks are high and the vibes are higher. It all starts in Chicago, a city synonymous with indulgence, meets a dash of maple and an audacious chunk of ash.
Enter Maple & Ash, the Gold Coast darling where traditional steakhouse charm collides fiercely with modern, “I don’t give a f***” spirit. In a city brimming with culinary wonders, darling, this is the joint that says, “Hold my wine glass.”
When it comes to dining with a side of sass and class, nobody does it like Maple & Ash.
Sprawled elegantly on the Gold Coast, where Chicago’s luxe and luscious offerings lovingly embrace its vivacious patrons, Maple & Ash knows how to throw a soiree. Nestled on W Maple St, this is so much more than just a restaurant.
It’s a beacon of extravagant dining, whispering secrets of culinary escapades into the ears of the Windy City.
Step inside and inhale the aura of unbridled culinary bravado. The ambiance here is alive. Picture this: you walk in at street level and make your way through the chill downstairs lounge, where they're serving up deliciousness from lunch to late-night munchies. Ah, the perks of being open all day!
Once you're done grooving to the tunes in the lounge, it's time to hop on the elevator and make your way up to the dining room. Brace yourselves, folks, because this place is a sight to behold. It's like stepping into a dreamy wonderland with heavy draped fabric, a ceiling that's all chic distressed wood, and tablecloths draped in elegant linen, topped off with flickering candles.
Oh, and that looping chandelier? Girl, it's like a pearl necklace hanging from the ceiling — talk about fancy!
This restaurant is all about that luxe and contemporary vibe. They even know how to set the mood with some Depeche Mode playing through the speakers. I mean, seriously, it's the kind of place where you can't help but dress up, even on a run-of-the-mill Wednesday. You'll be feeling like a million bucks, guaranteed!
Alrighty, folks, let me give you the lowdown on Chef Grant and his culinary prowess. This dude is all about combining classic French training with some seriously forward-thinking vision. The result? Elegant dishes that pack a punch with flavors so sharp they'll make your taste buds do a happy dance.
Back in 2015, Chef Grant joined forces with the What If...Syndicate crew. Fast forward to now, and they've built a killer portfolio of award-winning brands. We're talking Maple & Ash, Mavens & Aficionados, 8 Bar, etta, and Aya Pastry. It's like a hospitality group that's taking over the world, one delicious bite at a time.
But here's the best part about Chef Grant—this guy knows how to keep things lively and fun. Whether he's hustling in the kitchen or roaming around the dining room, you can count on him to bring the good vibes. He's all about mingling with guests during dinner service, making sure everyone has a damn good time.
So get ready to experience the magic of Chef Grant and his culinary masterpieces. Elegant flavors, a lively atmosphere, and a chef who's ready to make your dining experience memorable. Trust me, you're in for a treat, my friends!
Calling all culinary wanderers! Ready yourselves for a journey through the escapades that Maple & Ash brazenly offers, with a menu that not only tantalizes but seduces the very spirit of our gastronomic desires.
Strap in, darling, because this is no ordinary foray into the art of eating. It's a dalliance with culinary brilliance — one you’ll def tell your girlies about in the morning.
Start with agnolotti, which will serenade your palate with rich, divine ricotta, each morsel an intimate secret shared between you and the dish. They’re called pillows of love for a reason!
Or maybe you want to load the table up with apps! It would be a grievous understatement to merely label them “starters”, not these dishes! Think of them as the enticing opening number in a Broadway show, setting the stage with a Maple and Ash Wedge Salad or Watermelon Salad that altogether promises a cascade of palate-pleasing tales ahead.
And, darling, the Seafood Tower, let’s not even pretend it’s anything less than a veritable skyscraper of oceanic treasures — look at these treats, aren’t they neat? It’s an undulating sea of flavors through the tantalizing underbelly of the aquatic culinary world, each morsel a sultry siren’s call to the depths of delicious decadence, and we’re answering!
That brings us to the entrees, baby! With a core of robust American classics, the playful nuances of French sophistication, and a cheeky Spanish zest (it’s pronounced Barthelona), and just a wink of Italian seduction, it’s an international jaunt across a spectrum of flavors and traditions.
A meal at Maple and Ash isn’t merely a meal. It's a sumptuous, globetrotting adventure through the world of unabashed culinary audacity. And it doesn’t stop at satisfying hunger, no, no. It weaves a story of culinary rebellion, where the boldness of every filet, the promise in each wagyu, and the innovation behind every tartare is a chapter in a saga that dares you to explore.
Oh honey, let’s shimmy over to the full bar, where cocktail dreams don’t just come true — they kick up their heels and salsa across your senses! At Maple & Ash, drinks aren’t poured. They’re choreographed. Think of your next cocktail as a sultry elixir crafted with as much precision and flair as a Broadway number.
From the sassy zing of tartare to the rich whisper of truffle, every component in your glass syncs in a harmonious libation celebration. When you visit Maple and Ash, you’ll find mixological masterpieces that guarantee not just a buzz but a full-blown, inebriating spectacle! What you get up to after these cocktails, well, that’s not on us!
And if you’re more of a wine girlie, don’t fret. This place is known for their sommeliers, trained and dressed to the nines with the hottest tea on wine.
Honey, Maple & Ash is not just a dine-in fantasy. For those sultry Chicago nights when you just can't drag yourself off the sofa, fear not, for their takeout options are every bit the culinary embrace that their dining room provides.
The sizzle of the steak, the caress of the caviar, it all comes trucking to your doorstep, ensuring your cozy nights are draped in a velvety culinary luxury. Whether it's brunch in bed with their iconic steak frites or a seafood tower for one in your PJs, Maple & Ash ensures that the feast isn’t tethered to a locale — it’s wherever you dare to take it.
Lovelies, if you've been enchanted by our saunter through Maple & Ash, twirling through the tales of decadent bites and sips, perhaps it’s time to lace up those dining shoes and hit W Maple St, Chicago, for your own culinary concert. Revel in the glory that Chef Danny Grant regularly plates up, from the tender filet to the glorious wedge salad.
Or perhaps, allow the two-Michelin-star chef to surprise you because when it comes to Maple & Ash, the unexpected is the day’s special, every day! Find them seducing taste buds and shattering norms in the heart of Gold Coast.
But remember, the real magic doesn’t just lie in the menu but the audacious spirit that paints every plate, fills every glass, and caresses every corner of this gastronomic paradise! Take your first step on the journey with a reservation at Maple and Ash!
Darlings, as we sway toward the crescendo of our Maple & Ash symphony, let’s throw our heads back, hoist our glasses high, and toast to a dining extravaganza that makes every first time feel like a sassy debutante’s ball!
Whether it was diving fork-first into their indulgent Mac & Cheese or letting the sommelier whisk your palate on a global adventure, we wager you’ve tasted, sipped, and sauntered through a delicious journey that’ll linger long after the last bite.
