cstreit,
+1. Don't forget Capitol Grill, Smith & Wollensky, Chicago Chop House (touristy), Wild Fire, and the Capitol Grill.
souk,
+1 for you too! I really don't order steaks in a restaurant because I know I can do it better at home. And I have a wine cellar with some tasty reds that have been resting for quite a few years.
Ate at RC once many years ago and was not that impressed.