Morton’s of Chicago is a beloved restaurant which well deserves its reputation for perfect steaks. Beef selections include filet mignon, sirloin, porterhouse and ribeye and each one is worthy of the highest commendation. Steaks are large, juicy and perfectly cooked. Other excellent entrees are chops and seafood, including mammoth-sized Maine lobsters weighing in at over 3 pounds. Vegetables are fresh and served steamed. Everything is a la carte, and dinner for two can easily cost over $150 and that is without a fancy bottle of wine the selection of which is extensive. Standard sauces such as Bearnaise and Hollandaise are served a cote and are respectable, but, the point of Morton’s is food so fresh it can withstand strict scrutiny by a discriminating palat without any embellishment at all. If your appetite extends to dessert, choices include cheesecake, creme caramel and souffles which are the house specialty. The atmosphere is moneyed and masculine, mahogany throughout. The bar is one of the nicest in town: dark, intimate and elegantly appointed. The staff is efficient, friendly and upbeat. If you go, Morton’s is guaranteed to become one of your favorite local steakhouses. Reservations are highly recommended.

Appetizers
Gulf Shrimp Cocktail 9.95
Smoked Pacific Salmon 9.95

Salads
Morton’s Salad or Spinach Salad 5.25

Entrees
Porterhouse Steak 29.95
Tenderloin Brochette, Diablo Sauce 9.95
Whole Maine Lobster Market Price

Vegetables
Sauteed Fresh Spinach & Mushrooms 4.25
Steamed Fresh Broccoli, Sauce Hollandaise 4.25

Desserts
Fresh Strawberries, Sabayon Sauce 4.95
Creme Caramel 4.25
New York Cheesecake 4.95

Reviewed by PBOL Staff 3/19/96

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