Boka · Restaurant · Chicago
Chef Lee Wolen's seasonal Michelin-recognized West Loop institution, Boka.
Boka has held a Michelin star in Lincoln Park since it opened in 2003, a seasonal, ingredient-driven kitchen led by Executive Chef Lee Wolen. The dining room is deliberately restrained: soft lighting, earthy tones, and a living green wall create intimacy without pretension, while an open kitchen adds quiet theater.
The seven-course tasting menu ($165) anchors the experience, but the a la carte side lets you build your own path, from Hamachi Crudo with yuzu and shiso to a Dry-Aged Duck Breast with blackberry gastrique and the vegetarian standout Mushroom Agnolotti. A global wine list runs on sommelier curation, cocktails like the Lincoln Park Spritz open the meal, and desserts such as the Chocolate Tart with hazelnut praline close it. Service is attentive and paced to the rhythm of the mea
Address: 1729 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, Chicago
Reserve a VIP table at Boka through the MyRSVP concierge. Submit a request via the form on this page and a host will confirm bottle minimums, arrival timing and any large-group requests within hours. MyRSVP handles Chicago reservations with on-the-ground hosts who book the toughest rooms in the city.
Hours of operation
- Monday: 17:00 – 21:00
- Tuesday: 17:00 – 21:00
- Wednesday: 17:00 – 21:00
- Thursday: 17:00 – 21:00
- Friday: 17:00 – 22:00
- Saturday: 17:00 – 22:00
- Sunday: 17:00 – 21:00
Frequently asked about Boka
How do I get a reservation at Boka in Chicago?
Tables at Boka are booked directly with the restaurant. If it is part of a bigger Chicago plan, MyRSVP handles the beach clubs and nightlife around your dinner and can point you to the venue's own reservations channel.
What should I order at Boka?
Boka is best known for its signature dishes and shareable plates. Tell MyRSVP your party size and any dietary needs and we note them with your request.
What is the dress code at Boka?
Boka runs an upscale dining dress code: smart, dressed-up attire, no athletic wear or beachwear. MyRSVP confirms any current door specifics with your booking.
Where is Boka located?
Boka is in Chicago, at 1729 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614. MyRSVP can build it into a full Chicago itinerary alongside the surrounding nightlife.
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