Perry's Steakhouse & Grille

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

From Butcher Shop to Premier Steakhouse

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille carries a straightforward origin story: in 1979, Bob Perry opened a modest meat market in Houston. By 1986, his son Chris had persuaded him to add dining tables, and the neighborhood took notice. That success gave Chris the confidence to launch Perry's Steakhouse & Grille in 1993 — a concept that has since grown into one of the country's most recognized steakhouse groups, with locations spanning Texas, Illinois, Colorado, Florida, Tennessee, North Carolina, and beyond.

The Vernon Hills location on Milwaukee Avenue brings that same lineage to the northern Chicago suburbs. The commitment that started with a butcher's eye for quality — selecting the finest cuts, knowing where the meat comes from — remains the foundation of every plate.

What to Expect at the Table

Perry's describes its approach as a Rare and Well Done® experience, a phrase that captures both the spectrum of how a steak can be ordered and the standard of care applied regardless. USDA Prime beef is the baseline. The Famous Pork Chop, carved tableside by the server, has become a signature ritual at every location — the kind of moment that turns a dinner into something guests remember and return for.

The bar program is equally considered. Perry's Bar 79 offers handcrafted cocktails, wine, and craft beer, and the restaurant maintains a portfolio of Reserve Wines that earned it the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2024 — recognition that reflects genuine depth and curation in the cellar, not just a broad list.

Private Dining and Catering

For groups, Perry's Vernon Hills offers private rooms and full catering capabilities, making it a practical choice for corporate events, celebrations, or any occasion that calls for a dedicated space with attentive service. The same standards applied to the main dining room extend to private events.

A Steakhouse with Staying Power

Four decades of operation across multiple concepts — including the still-running original butcher shop, now Perry & Sons Market & Grille — speak to a consistency that's hard to manufacture. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille in Vernon Hills is a steakhouse in the truest sense: rooted in craft, focused on the quality of what's on the plate, and built on a history that gives the experience genuine weight.