Tallgrass Restaurant Reviews, Ratings, Menu

General Info

Located at 1006 S State St, Lockport, IL 60441, Tallgrass Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience that combines flavorful dishes with exceptional service. This charming spot is the perfect place for those looking to enjoy a cozy and inviting atmosphere while indulging in expertly crafted meals.

When it comes to the menu, Tallgrass Restaurant excels in offering a selection of signature dishes that are sure to leave a lasting impression. For starters, the Carpaccio is a standout, a delicate appetizer that features thinly sliced beef paired with a tangy dressing. If you’re in the mood for something more unique, try the Culver Farm Duck Confit. The tender duck paired with rich flavors creates a dish that’s both savory and satisfying. The Trio of Soups is another must-try, offering three different soups that allow guests to experience a variety of flavors in one meal.

For those who enjoy a well-crafted cocktail, Tallgrass Restaurant offers a fantastic selection. Whether you’re in the mood for the Old-Fashioned or the crisp, refreshing Riesling Negroni, the drink menu is carefully curated to complement the restaurant’s savory dishes.

Beyond its food and drinks, Tallgrass Restaurant places a strong emphasis on customer service and accessibility. The restaurant offers wheelchair-accessible restrooms, ensuring that all guests can enjoy a comfortable dining experience. Additionally, the table service is attentive and friendly, creating an atmosphere where you can relax and truly savor each bite. Whether you prefer to pay by credit card or use NFC mobile payments, Tallgrass Restaurant makes it easy to settle your bill, adding to the convenience of the experience.

Parking is another bonus, as the restaurant offers free street parking, so you don’t have to worry about finding a spot when you arrive. This thoughtful touch, along with the restaurant’s easy-to-navigate location, makes dining here an even more pleasant experience.

Tallgrass Restaurant combines excellent food, refreshing drinks, and top-tier service, making it a wonderful choice for a memorable meal in Lockport.

What customers say?

“ We ate at Tallgrass for the first time on a Thursday evening and for most of our meal we were the only patrons. We ordered the bread, which was fantastic, French onion soup and the meatball special. The food was fantastic, as was the service. The building is beautiful inside but we only have one complaint- it was freezing! They sat us by the front window and we decided to skip dessert because my fingers and toes were ice cubes. We’ll definitely return once the weather warms up. ”

- Melinda L -

“ Downtown Lockport is lucky to have Tallgrass in the neighborhood. It is the best fine dining experience you will get hands down in the area without driving to Naperville, Oak Brook or Chicago. Nothing compares or comes close to it. Went here for my birthday dinner. The menu had a nice "Happy Birthday" placer in it which was nice. A complimentary glass of champagne is always a plus in my book! Our server was very attentive but I did not get her name. I have dined here before in 2023 before the renovations and wow, it's very nice inside. The place itself is beautiful and the exterior took a huge upgrade and looks great. The entrees were plated wonderfully. The food is top notch. I wasn't impressed with the filet mignon, felt it lacked flavor. The diver scallops were amazing though and the butternut squash with it was my favorite. The cheese and meat selection was a nice touch to the menu. Wife ordered the gnocci and it was good but I've had better. The drinks were absolutley delicious and the bartender knew what she was doing. The mocktail selection was also great if you don't drink alcohol. The Tallgrass old fashion was delicious, get it smoked, fun to see! The one thing that was distracting for my wife and I was how cold our feet got sitting by the windows. I have never had my feet get that cold eating anywhere before (really need to figure that out). We ate for about 2 hours or so and during dessert my wife was like we have to go, my feet are frozen. Overall, I'd give it a solid 4 but really for the location considering the mediocre places all around it, I'd give it a 4.5 out of 5. I give it 5 stars just because it's nice to have a place like this close to home and hope to see it succeed with making small changes. I will definitley be back and recommend friends and family here. Wish there was just a bar area because I'd come just for drinks and some meat and cheese during the week. Great work and cheers to the new owners! ”

- David Benes -

“ So nice to see a Well done Cozy Fine Dining Restaurant on the SW side! Glad the new owners kept a lot of the classic spaces charm! Very Good remodel. The newly designed courtyard will really shine in summer! Staff is well versed on the menu, & wine list. Friendly atmosphere, not stuffy at all. Food was really good! The Salmon TareTare, & Bruleed goat cheese appetizers were Incredible! They also have a nice Charcuterie board menu. Keep up the good work! ”

- Glen S -