1818 Chophouse
Trace on the Parkway, Edwardsville
Restaurant in Edwardsville, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
1818 Chophouse is the Edwardsville pick for a polished steakhouse meal where the drinks program matters, not just the steaks. It works well for date nights, family celebrations, business dinners, with smart-casual energy, house-butchered meats, seafood, craft cocktails, zero-proof options, Wine Spectator Award of Excellence recognition.
About 1818 Chophouse
For Edwardsville’s steakhouse lane, 1818 Chophouse is a sensible option when the goal is an upscale American steakhouse meal in a smart-casual setting. The anchors are direct: a listed spend of about $60 per person, house-butchered steaks and chops, fresh seafood specials, a 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
The decision point is value. At its listed spend, the restaurant sits above casual Edwardsville dining, so expectations should be calibrated around an upscale steakhouse meal. For diners who want beef, seafood, recognizable steakhouse dishes in Edwardsville, the positioning is clear. For diners who want something casual or minimal, other dining in Edwardsville may be a better fit.
A steakhouse built around steaks, chops, seafood
The kitchen’s lane is upscale American steakhouse cooking: house-butchered steaks and chops, fresh seafood specials, familiar steakhouse dishes. That matters because the restaurant works for diners who want a classic steakhouse range. One guest can lean into beef, another can look for seafood specials, the table does not need to focus on a single style of dish.
Signature-dish list points in a crowd-friendly direction, with prime rib sliders, goat cheese stuffed bacon wrapped dates, grilled beef tenderloin kabobs alongside the steak and seafood core. The 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence is also a relevant planning detail.
Smart casual is the right dress read. This is framed as an upscale American steakhouse, so the safest approach is to dress for a polished meal in Edwardsville.
When to use it, when to choose something lower-key
Use this for a more polished steakhouse meal in Edwardsville when an upscale American steakhouse makes sense. The hours are listed as 11 AM to 9 PM Tuesday through Friday, 4 PM to 10 PM Saturday, 10 AM to 8 PM Sunday; Monday is closed.
If the plan is a higher-demand mealtime, it is still wise to plan ahead, especially because the restaurant’s price point and steakhouse format make it more of a deliberate outing than a quick casual meal. For a lower-key night, a simpler Edwardsville dining room may be the better choice.
For planning beyond this meal, compare 1818 Chophouse with other Edwardsville dining generically by deciding whether you want an upscale American steakhouse, a lower-key meal, or a different style of night out.
Planning details
- Location
- 6170 Bennett Dr, Edwardsville, IL 62025
- Website
- 1818chophouse.com
- Phone
- (618) 307-9300
Venue details
Ambiance
Refined yet approachable steakhouse with a classy, elegant dining room, energetic bar, and a relaxed atmosphere suited to both date nights and family celebrations.
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- house-butchered steaks and chops
- fresh seafood specials
- prime rib sliders
- goat cheese stuffed bacon wrapped dates
- grilled beef tenderloin kabobs
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 1818 Chophouse good for a special occasion?
Yes, it fits a polished steakhouse occasion in Edwardsville, especially at about $60 per person. The 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence is also a relevant recognition. If the goal is an upscale American steakhouse rather than a casual meal, this is a solid call.
How far ahead should I plan for 1818 Chophouse?
For higher-demand dinner times, planning ahead is a smart move. The $60 per person price point and upscale steakhouse format make it more of a planned outing than a casual meal. If timing matters, confirm availability directly before finalizing the rest of the evening.
What are alternatives to 1818 Chophouse in Edwardsville?
If you want a lower-key bill, choose a simpler dining option in Edwardsville. 1818 Chophouse is the better pick when you want an upscale American steakhouse at about $60 per person. For a casual night, a less formal spot is the safer move.
What are the hours at 1818 Chophouse?
The hours are Tuesday through Friday 11 AM to 9 PM, Saturday 4 PM to 10 PM, Sunday 10 AM to 8 PM, Monday closed, so check the timing that best fits your plan.
