Top Cut Steak House

Above all in style and taste.

THE APEX OF PLEASURE

Fads fade quickly, especially in the culinary world. The great American steakhouse, however, remains an enduring tradition—and close-to-home Top Cut puts a fresh modern spin on New York or Chicago glamour. Located atop Paxos sister-restaurant Melt, guests are transported (via elevator) to a chic retreat proffering the finest of foods, spirits, and views.

TASTE MATTERS

Naturally, the primary focus is high-quality steak—specifically USDA Prime Black Angus—supplied through an exclusive agreement with a top Chicago butcher. Six featured cuts include two dry-aged varieties that provide an incomparable depth of flavor, and an optional bone marrow shallot crust delivers a near mind-blowing burst of umami. However, don’t overlook the Veal Rib Chop, another superior entrée choice. A subtle flavor and meltingly tender texture distinguish this appealing cut. Herb butter and roasted garlic demi-glace enhance the mild veal with a sumptuous intensity.Premium seafood, too, is woven throughout the revamped menu, from raw bar selections to main dishes. Clams Casino Royal counts as a great starter or shareable bar snack with a handcrafted cocktail. Creatively updated classic drinks are a specialty, and a gin-laced Sloe and Steady serves as a frothily refreshing foil for these buttery middle-neck clams accented with a sweet pepper-onion-carrot mirepoix and applewood smoked bacon. And with nearly 4,000 wines in stock, oenophiles can enjoy a plethora of choices.