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| - We arrived early for our 6pm reservation to check out the bar. The bar area was pretty quiet. I ordered a glass of Ditka's pinot noir and my husband had the Manhattan special cocktail from the menu. The bartender was very friendly and we both enjoyed our drinks. I did, however, find $15 to be a little pricey for a "house" type wine.
Our additional guests arrived and we were promptly seated. Throughout our meal, our water glasses were filled and the service was top notch. Ronnie, our server, was very accommodating and went through the menu and recommendations since it was our first time at Ditka's.
We started with the wedge salad, which my husband and I split. Ronnie was very accommodating and brought an extra plate and extra dressing. We had heard great reviews on the prime rib, so it was a must try for both my husband and myself. Was it the best prime rib I've ever had, no. But it was above average. The au jus, button mushrooms, and creamy horseradish definitely took the prime rib up a couple of notches. We both ordered the 12 ounce size and thought it was filling. We also split the twice baked potato. The portion size was good, but I found it to be a bit over cooked.
Others in our party had the crab cakes and chicken madeira. Everyone cleared their plates and commented that they enjoyed their meals.
Several other reviewers commented about the lack of bread. Our table initially received two baskets of warm rolls (3 in each for our 5 person party). And then we were asked if we wanted additional rolls.
Ditka's probably won't be my "go to" steak restaurant (we're pretty partial to the Capital Grille), but I'd probably go back again for a change of pace.
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