America’s Fave Upscale Chain Joint Has Only One Illinois Location, And it’s Fancy AF
When you think of chain restaurants, you probably start with places like Olive Garden or Applebee's.
These are the places where you can get your turbo-carb load breadsticks or chow down on half-price apps until you're full.
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However, according to a recent ranking from 24/7 Tempo, Steak 48 is America's favorite upscale chain restaurant. This steakhouse is so fancy that you may wonder if it even counts as a chain.
Here's the deal: Steak 48 only has six spots nationwide. Six.
That's fewer than the number of Starbucks locations in the Rockford area.
Yet somehow, this exclusive steak spot snagged the title of America's favorite upscale chain.
There is only one Steak 48 in Illinois, tucked away in the heart of Chicago's gorgeous River North neighborhood.
Trust me on this one: Steak 48 ain't your average ordinary steak joint.
It's where you'll find wagyu steak with a side of truffle butter, walls lined with pricey bottles of wine, and a dress code more strict than your high school prom.
The deal with Steak 48's appeal is in its blend of high-end dining with a warm, inviting atmosphere.
You don't go to Steak 48 just for the steak; you go for the experience.
That said, with only a few spots in America, does Steak 48 really get to wear the "chain" label proudly?
Isn't a chain supposed to have at least one spot in Naperville or some other Chicago Suburb for it to count?
Either way, if you're in Illinois and looking to splurge on a fancy meal at an upscale chain restaurant, Steak 48 is your best option, and from the look of things, it's worth the hype.
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