Chicago FAQ
A: We love that you are coming to celebrate with us at Maple & Ash! There is no better place to enjoy great friends, great food, and lots of fun. To maintain this special experience, we ask that you (and all your guests) dress for the occasion. Should you show up dressed inappropriately you may be asked to leave and go change into appropriate attire. Here’s more detailed guidance for you:
– Solid color jeans may be worn, if they are not ripped
– Solid color t-shirts, golf shirts, and hoodies are permitted, but must be worn with a tailored jacket
– Excessive displays of skin and sheer clothing are not acceptable and not permitted
– Sportswear and gymwear are not acceptable
– Tailored shorts may be worn for ladies
– Men are permitted to wear tailored shorts from Memorial Day to Labor Day only (Cargo shorts – and athletic shorts are not allowed)
– Sports caps, baseball caps, and winter hats are not permitted
– Dress sneakers are permitted, but not athletic or workout sneakers
– Flip flops and athletic sandals are not permitted
– Leather and denim jackets are permitted
A: There is a valet service right next door to the restaurant that is $20 cash only. Monday-Friday valet is available from 11 am to Midnight. Saturday-Sunday valet is available from 10 am-Midnight. Overnight parking is $40. Valet is serviced by VP Parking Inc. 773.337.8999
Otherwise, there are several parking garages nearby and some metered street parking.
A: Gift cards can be purchased in person at the restaurant, or e-gift cards can be purchased on our website. Physical gift cards can be shipped at the purchaser’s expense via a traceable delivery service that will provide a shipping label and packaging upon pickup. Purchaser waives all liability from the restaurant once the gift card has been picked up.
A: They are complementary, and we can just make a note on your reservation.
A: Our IDGAF tasting menu is a chef’s selected dinner of our most popular and favorite dishes that guarantee an incredible experience. Drinks are not included. IDGAF wine pairings can be added for $160pp. Just like the chef’s tasting menu, with IDGAF wine pairings you get to sit back and let the sommeliers take you on a wine journey. The pairings can change based on the chef’s food choices, but you can expect to see a mix of whites and reds from all over the world.
A: Please contact us directly at [email protected] or you can call or text us at (312) 944-8888.
A: We do not have a specific kid menu, but some of our menu options are great for kids. Mac & cheese, whipped & buttered potatoes, bubbling potato gratin and roasted chicken.
A: We do not offer sushi in the main dining room; but you are able to order from our sushi menu in the patio and downstairs bar.
A: Yes, we do have a corkage fee and the bottle cannot be on our wine list. Pricing is as follows: $50 for 750ML (max two bottles) and $100 for a Magnum (counts as two bottles).
A: Outside cakes are only allowed if purchased from Bittersweet Bakery. We have partnered with Bittersweet to provide a range of beautiful and delicious options for our guests, including gluten-free cakes. You can view their offerings and place an order through their website here. Please note, a $5 per guest cake cutting fee will apply at the restaurant.
A: We do have gluten free options which include our meat, seafood and vegetable options. We are unable to offer any pasta or bread as gluten free.
A: For the comfort of our guests and to maintain the ambiance of the restaurant, we kindly request that flash photography and tripods are not used. You’re welcome to capture your experience, but please, no flash and no tripods.