Carson's has been serving Streeterville since 1977, run by Dean Carson, a third-generation Chicagoan whose family has worked in food and beverage since the 1930s. The menu centers on barbecued baby back ribs, steaks, prime rib, and chicken, all finished with the restaurant's own barbecue sauce.
Set near Navy Pier, it's built a reputation as an old-school Chicago institution — the kind of place regulars return to for special occasions, citing consistent food, strong service, and portions that live up to the restaurant's stated goal of large plates at an honest price. The original Streeterville location remains the flagship alongside newer outposts in Deerfield and Milwaukee.
Set near Navy Pier, it's built a reputation as an old-school Chicago institution — the kind of place regulars return to for special occasions, citing consistent food, strong service, and portions that live up to the restaurant's stated goal of large plates at an honest price. The original Streeterville location remains the flagship alongside newer outposts in Deerfield and Milwaukee.