Sepia

#SepiaChicago seamlessly melds refined and rustic, vintage and contemporary. Showcasing Michelin-starred cuisine from @ChefAZimmerman.

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We’re flipping the script on the classic tartare with our Smoked Beef Carpaccio.

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If you haven't already become acquainted, we are pleased to introduce Emiliano Göttig, our new Director of Operations.

We are so happy to have you, Emiliano! Welcome to the team.

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Lightly Smoked Ocean Trout, with toasted rye, lemon verbena, and cucumber.

Layered with bright @closedloopfarms herbs.

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Say hello to our new house cocktail, The Frankie Knuckles Martini.

Crafted with @stgeorgespirits Valley Orange Blossom Gin, @uncouthvermouth, a splash of maraschino liqueur, and a dash of orange bitters.

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Short rib cooked low and slow (140°F for a solid 48 hours, to be exact) with white cheddar, potato, shiitake, and pickled ramp.

To all the @chicagomarathon runners out there—this is your post-race reward.

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@Erin_cobbler’s Smoked Vanilla Bean Pavlova that left @starchefs particularly smitten.

Smoked @seedlingfruit Tahitian vanilla beans, baked into a light, crispy pavlova shell, paired with a fig leaf Bavarian cream, amaro fig jam, and a scoop of Meletti ice cream.

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Whiskey Rebellion🍋 Inspired by the OG whiskey tax riot of the 1700s—before the Boston Tea Party got all the fame—this cocktail brings that rebellious spirit to your glass.

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Roasted King Crab Etouffee with @nicholsfarm sweet corn, smoked trout roe, and koshihikari rice.

Finished with tableside pour of our butter-based etouffee sauce (because you deserve it), and the holy trinity of Creole cooking—celery, bell pepper, and onion.

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Tonight we bid farewell to our very own talented @alex.ring.

Alex has been the mastermind behind our widely successful wine programs.

Alex, thank you for all that you’ve done for us. We will miss you dearly!

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Today’s the day! 🎶

Kick off @soulcoughingband’s reunion concert at @therivierachicago tonight properly—with a pre-concert sip of our Ruby Vroom.

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Last chance to catch Chef Erin's Toasted Hay Semifreddo before it’s off the menu!

Toasted hay in a caramelized white chocolate shell, paired with sour plum, smoky grilled peach, and fresh, peaches marinated in marigold honey.
A nutty, toasted milk dream, plated.

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A seasonal menu item that we can’t help but bring back every year.

Fresh Kampachi Crudo, layered with avocado, almond, and cherry tomato. Finished with a tableside pour of tikka masala consommé.

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Rods & Cones with smoky mezcal, dry vermouth, Japanese melon, and @chantoine_boomsma Cloosterbitter, Rods & Cones is a colorful celebration of flavor.

Served over a big rock and finished with shiso, cheers to seeing (and savoring) every shade!

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Roasted halibut meets pistachio pesto, gordal olives, and pickled @butternutsustainablefarm aji dulce peppers, all wrapped in charred romaine.

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Pastrami-cured and smoked beef carpaccio with spring onion and smoked onion tallow, nestled upon brioche and finished with burnt onion consommé.

An ode to onion, meticulously layered in every bite.

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A sweet slice of the season:

Airy sunchoke milk sponge, @mickklugfarms blueberry frozen yogurt, and sunflower praline. Garnished with lightly herbal lemon verbena.

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Spinach and artichoke ravioli with pecorino, smoked egg, and crispy artichoke.

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Vin Doux De Soleil: Wine Director @al.x.ring's perfect pairing for @erin_cobbler's strawberry cannelés.

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A fan favorite makes its well-anticipated return: Steak Tartare Toad in a Hole.

Steak tartare seasoned with dill oil vinaigrette, tossed with charcoal-grilled ramps. To finish, it's topped with brioche and filled with egg-yolk and beef fat jam.

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Chef @erincobbler’s beloved cannelés get a seasonal refresh with @mickklugfarms strawberries!

Served with rum-butter roasted vanilla diplomat cream, classic-style strawberry ice cream, and dehydrated strawberries.