Lost Reef

Name: Lost Reef
Address: 964 W Belmont Ave., Chicago, IL, United States, 60657
Telephone: (773) 360-1961
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

24 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

Top tags:

A hidden gem nestled in Lakeview where luxury meets marine enchantment. CPG Restaurant Group is proud to present Lost Reef Lounge, a collaboration with Tank It Easy. Lost Reef Lounge is a culinary driven cocktail lounge experience unlike any other Chicago has ever seen.

Our lounge, a haven for the discerning connoisseur, is renowned for its exceptional cold food offerings. Expertly crafted by Chef Daniel Pineda, the carefully curated menu presents a delightful array of delectable dishes, designed to complement and enhance your extraordinary cocktail experience from our beverage coordinator, Michael Abood

We accept reservations up to 21 days in advance with each new day becoming available at 10 AM.

Happy Hour from 4pm-6pm Wednesday-Saturday

For parties of 9 or more people. Please email events@lostreef.com

Let's Get Lost Together!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 3, 2023

9:30 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 360-1961
Website
https://www.lostreef.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Daniel Pineda

Location
964 W Belmont Ave., Chicago, IL 60657
Neighbourhood
Lakeview / East Lakeview
Cross Street
Belmont Ave and Sheffield Ave
Parking Details
Street Parking
Public Transit
Belmont CTA Stop
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Brunch
Multiple dates available
Indulge in the enchanting ambience of Lost Reef's family-friendly brunch, where you can dine in the company of our captivating tropical fish tanks. For our discerning adult patrons, we offer brunch items such as avocado toast, salmon benedict, lobster rolls, decadent bread pudding. The younger diners are in for a treat as well, with options like gourmet grilled cheese, mac and cheese, or a delightful quesadilla. Which are all accompanied by a Lost Reef activity coloring book and a charming treasure chest toy.

Offers

Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Wed - Thu - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Join us for Happy Hour and enjoy $1.75 Oysers (Minimum 6 per order) $10 Classic Cocktails $8 Glasses of Wine $7 Beers

Arugula and Egg SaladUS$10.00
Garden Fresh Arugula with Hard Boiled Quail Eggs, Asparagus, Avocado, Capers and Cranberry. Tossed with Citrus Vinaigrette Enhance with: Proscuitto - $5 Mezcal Cured Salmon - $6 Lobster - $10 Filet Medallions -$8
Avocado ToastUS$11.00
Toasted Sourdough with Smashed Avocado, Guajillo Honey, and Chopped Chives Enhance with: Prosciutto - $5 Mezcal Cured Salmon - $6 Lobster - $10 Filet Medallions -$8
Bread PuddingUS$10.00
Topped with Caramelized Apples and Bourbon Caramel Sauce with Fresh Chantilly Cream
Coctel de CamaronesUS$16.00
Poached Shrimp in classic Marisco-style Salsa with Diced Jicama, Celery, Cucumber, Cilantro, and Avocado
Eggs BenedictUS$11.00
Toasted English Muffin with Avocado Puree, Wilted Kale, Poached Eggs, and Roasted Pepper Hollandaise Enhance with: Proscuitto - $5 Mezcal Cured Salmon - $6 Lobster - $10 Filet Medallions -$8
French ToastUS$13.00
Spiced Challa with Blackberry Compote, and Whipped Chantilly Cream
Lobster RollUS$29.00
Giant Butter Roll with Lumps of Lobster, Diced Celery, Capers, and Chives; drizzled with Caper Aioli
Lox and BagelsUS$15.00
Toasted Bagel with Cured Salmon, Chive Cream Cheese, Sliced Cucumber, Red Onions, Capers, and Lemon
Pineapple Fruit SaladUS$14.00
Halved Pineapple overflowing with Seasonal Fruits, Homemade Granola, and Maple Syrup Greek Yogurt
Steak and EggsUS$20.00
Chimichurri marinated medallions of Tenderloin topped with Poached Eggs and Pickled Onion. Served with Bearnaise Sauce and Toasted Sourdough
Warmed BurrataUS$10.00
Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Olive Oil, and Basil with Creamy Burrata and Whole Grain Toast
Happy Hour OystersUS$10.50
6 Fresh Shucked Oysters served with Mignette, horseradish, cocktail sauce and lemon wedges

Kids Menu

All Served with a Kids Beverage

Kid's French ToastUS$10.00
Kid's Grilled CheeseUS$10.00
Kid's Mac & CheeseUS$10.00
Kid's QuesadillaUS$10.00
Kid's Breakfast PlateUS$10.00
Eggs, Bacon & Breakfast Potatoes

Brunch Sides

2 EggsUS$4.00
Bagel and Cream CheeseUS$5.00
Candied BaconUS$5.00
Country PotatoesUS$4.00
Toast & JamUS$3.00
Yogurt & GranolaUS$6.00

What 24 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago
Innovative

24 Reviews

JS
JeanneS
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic Hospitality! An experience like no other in a calm, beautiful and interesting venue.
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Holloway
San Francisco
25 reviews
4.0
25 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience5
Really enjoyed dinner here and the ambience was great. The Christmas theme was a little different than I expected but it was a nice touch for this time of year. The drinks were great as usual.
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BDevoe
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
overall3food4service5ambience2
The server & host were fantastic & very attentive. But the ambiance was lacking. They had the lights up very bright & the music was the same 5 Christmas songs on repeat quite loudly. We left early because of it honestly. Otherwise cute spot & great staff. Would go back for happy hour during the non-holiday times.
Lost ReefResponded 4 days ago
Hi! Thank you for your feedback, we are always striving to create the best environment for our guests. We have taken this into account, so please come again soon and #getlost with us soon!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our server was super nice, food was great to share, and not too heavy. Old fashioned was on point and the fish are cool.
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Analial
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated my husband’s birthday. Wonderful service and food. Drinks were wonderful too. We will definitely be back
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RobF
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great spot! Plan to come back often. Loved their tuna tartar!
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LindaB
Milwaukee
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall5food3service5ambience5
What a fun discovery. Ultra Cool Vibe, Waitstaff extremely attentive, drinks were unique and delicious. Will definitely go back
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Kevin
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall3food1service4ambience4
Beautiful interior and friendly staff. Food is very poor and not worth the investment. Also, staff wasn’t clear about allergens and we ended up eating something that we were allergic to. Drinks were nice though. Probably wouldn't go back, but glad we did.
Lost ReefResponded on October 22, 2023
Hi Kevin, I'm terribly sorry for your poor experience at Lost Reef. I will ensure staff is clear when explaining ingredients to prevent this happening again. We are updating our menu next month and will also be offering brunch starting November 5th! We'd love for you to come in and try. Feel free to reach out so we can make that happen!
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JustinS
Chicago
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fantastic service and cool concept. Loved the drinks and dessert. Highly recommend!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Detroit
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Came in from Detroit for a birthday weekend, this place is amazing! From the aquariums, to the drinks, to the service, they made the night very special! Thanks you!!!
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LaurenK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was great and drinks were delicious! Great value for happy hour deal! We LOVED all the fish and they gave us special glasses to see everything better and it was amazing!!! Everyone was so nice and accommodating- will definitely be back!
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ArliciaC
Chicago
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
I really enjoyed the oysters and they were delicious. I also like the Ahi tuna tartare. I thought the ambience was really beautiful. However, I thought it wasn’t enough food for the price that was being charged for the ahi tuna tartare.
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Melissa
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went here to celebrate a friend’s birthday this weekend and we had a wonderful time! The staff was super friendly and I loved the overall vibe of the entire lounge! The drinks were also fantastic and I would definitely come here again to celebrate special occasions.
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ArianaD
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Lost Reef was an immersive experience. Completely worth the drive to venture outside the heart of the city. The seafood was second to none and the staff there flooded the room with their passion and excitement. A must visit for anyone who enjoys quality seafood and looking for an exciting vibe and experience!
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HannahM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband loves fish so being able to experience a restaurant that knew what they were doing with fish tanks was really fun.
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Ozymandias
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Truly a fun escape. The fish tanks are the main draw. The food menu is limited but very well composed— unique, innovative and thoughtful. Service was stellar. The staff genuinely cared. We will be back.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food, with great flavors and exquisite sea food!
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LakeviewFoodie
Chicago
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wow, we were very excited to finally get to Lost Reef…and they did not disappoint! This is a wonderful cocktail lounge in Lakeview. Great vibe, awesome atmosphere, elevated libations, tasty food with fantastic presentation, and extremely nice service all around. We will be back. Welcome to the neighborhood!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience5
The venue is really nice and sets the mood. I enjoyed my time the variety of actual seafood is underwhelming. The drinks on the other hand are abundant we had a 250yr old bottle of champagne 🍾 is was very nice. Pricing I would say is really moderate your more so paying for the experience more than anything. Service was really good too. I’d recommend this as final destination for a night out with someone more so than a beginning.
Lost ReefResponded on August 23, 2023
Hi! We are very pleased you enjoyed the ambiance of Lost Reef! We are adding new items to our menu, as well as adding some limited time specials to enhance our food menu. Please come back to try our new dishes!
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Nick
Milwaukee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Last night was my second visit to Lost Reef Lounge, and I will definitely be back! The cocktails and the oysters are delicious. The vibe is really nice and they do a great job showcasing the exotic fish but also making your experience and drinks the main attraction. My favorite part is the staff, who are super friendly, welcoming, and and definitely skilled. They definitely make sure you're taken care of. Will definitely be back!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great drinks. Amazing service. Loved the ambiance and live music was a very nice touch
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Katie
Chicago
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Finally checked out Lost Reef in Lakeview which offers a unique setting, a backdrop of fresh salt water fish tanks glowing in neon colors. It’s a bit dark, especially walking in when it’s still daylight out but it’s a fun atmosphere with beautiful fish swimming about. Staff was friendly and service was good (attentive, well-paced, friendly, professional, and able to resolve a small concern quickly. Cocktails are fun and tasty. Beer and wine also available. Food was great. Favorites included the cold drop noodle salad and tuna tartare.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved everything about it! The bartender Mike took great care of us and the GM Jacey came by multiple times to check in on us. Made us feel incredibly welcome so I will be coming back again for sure! We happened to come in on a live music night which was a nice surprise!
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Ellie
Chicago
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2023
overall2food3service3ambience1
Such an AWKWARD bar!! Great in theory, fish tanks were super cool, but the bar vibes were soooo awkward. More employees than customers and it felt like they were all watching us constantly. Two people up front, 3 bartenders at the small bar, 2 servers, all lingering around watching the 6 customers. Music was bad. Didn’t match the atmosphere. Most awkward bar we’ve ever been too. Drinks tasted decent, but pre mixed so you couldn’t make any substitutions? And they didn’t even have white rum??? At a bar??? Very limited horrible alcohol selection. Weirdest bar ever. But the fish tanks and glasses were cool, I’ll give them that.
Lost ReefResponded on August 8, 2023
Hi Ellie! I'm sorry you felt awkward, we try to make our environment as welcoming and friendly as possible! Maybe you would enjoy our Live Music Thursdays, when local artists come in and perform. We hope to see you there!
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FAQs

Lost Reef is rated 4.5 stars by 24 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 3, 2023

9:30 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

964 W Belmont Ave., Chicago, IL 60657

Additional information

Cross Street
Belmont Ave and Sheffield Ave
Neighbourhood
Lakeview / East Lakeview
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Street Parking
Public Transit
Belmont CTA Stop
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Daniel Pineda
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.lostreef.com/
Phone number
(773) 360-1961

Lost Reef

Make a reservation

Additional information

Brunch

Happy Hour

Brunch Food

Arugula and Egg SaladUS$10.00

Avocado ToastUS$11.00

Bread PuddingUS$10.00

Coctel de CamaronesUS$16.00

Eggs BenedictUS$11.00

French ToastUS$13.00

Lobster RollUS$29.00

Lox and BagelsUS$15.00

Pineapple Fruit SaladUS$14.00

Steak and EggsUS$20.00

Warmed BurrataUS$10.00

Happy Hour OystersUS$10.50

Kids Menu

Kid's French ToastUS$10.00

Kid's Grilled CheeseUS$10.00

Kid's Mac & CheeseUS$10.00

Kid's QuesadillaUS$10.00

Kid's Breakfast PlateUS$10.00

Brunch Sides

2 EggsUS$4.00

Bagel and Cream CheeseUS$5.00

Candied BaconUS$5.00

Country PotatoesUS$4.00

Toast & JamUS$3.00

Yogurt & GranolaUS$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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