Powerhouse's dining room.
photo: Steven Johnson
A tantalizing slice of Chicago’s beaux arts architectural history (a former West Loop railroad generator station occupying a full city block with a towering smokestack) has been transformed into Powerhouse Restaurant & Bar, a sophisticated, upscale New American dining destination featuring steaks, game and seafood from chef John Peters (ex Naha, Alinea); the decor is simply handsome with white tablecloths, warm lighting and lush red drapery semi-dividing the space; N.B. there’s a separate bar area with its own light menu.
215 N. Clinton St.; 312-928-0800