An unparalleled dining experience, The William B. and Catherine Graham Room's innovative cuisine and superb, friendly service provide a sophisticated setting reserved for Lyric's annual contributors at the Distinguished Patron Level.
The Graham Room opens 2 hours prior to the curtain and is also open for intermission(s).
Graham Room reservations are available to donors at the Distinguished Patron level and above. If you qualify, make your reservation online by clicking the 'add dining reservation' link under a 2024/25 performance on My Calendar.
If you are interested in having Graham Room access, explore the Distinguished Patron experience.
Available ala carte
Calvisius Ars Italica Oscietra Royal - Oscietra Sturgeon, medium to large sized roe with a velvety, firm texture
Calvisius Tradition Prestige - California White Sturgeon, large sized roe with a smooth texture
All tins served with toast points, blinis, crème fraiche, fresh chives, house-made potato chips, and hard boiled eggs.
Recommended for two people
Please note: a 48 hour pre-order is required for Caviar Service. Please contact the Graham Room at [email protected] or 312.827.3557 to submit your pre-order. If making a reservation on the Lyric website through My Account, please add your Caviar Service pre-order to the Notes field.
Beet and Burrata Salad (GF, V)
Greens, Pumkin Seed Crumble, Cider-Honey Vinaigrette
Endive, Lollo Rosso and Microgreen Salad (GF, V)
Citrus Roasted Pear with Herbed Chèvre, Sunflower Seeds, Cider-Champagne Vinaigrette
Curried Sweet Potato Coconut Soup (GF, VE)
Tomato Tapenade
Fasolatha (GF, VE)
Traditional Grecian White Bean Soup, Lemon Herb Oil
Chermoula Spiced Cobia (GF)
Pickled Cucumber & Onion, Sweet Potato Polenta Cake, Vegetable Chasisi
Panzanella Stuffed Chicken
Pan Jus, Orange Gremolata, Cheddar Risotto, Tri-Colored Carrots
Braised Short Ribs
Greek Olive Potatoes, Long Stem Artichoke, Red Pepper Coulis
Spinach Gnocchi (V)
Squash and Parsnips, Braised Chard, Creamy White Wine Reduction, Shaved Parmesan
Opera Cake (V)
Almond Cake Soaked with Coffee, Chocolate Crème, Espresso Buttercream
French Apple Tart (V)
Vanilla Ice Cream, Cinnamon Caramel Sauce, Mint
Vanilla Ice Cream & Sorbet (GF, V)
Seasonal Toppings Available Upon Request
Seasonal Fruits and Berries (GF, VE)
Chocolate Chip Cookies (V)
Poached Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (GF, DF)
Red Endive, Horseradish Cocktail Sauce, Lemon Wedges
Fine European and Domestic Cheeses (V)
Accompaniments: Candied Pumpkin Seeds (Nut free), Fresh and Dried Fruits, Artisan Crackers, Slice Baguette
Pommes Frites (GF, V)
Garlic Aioli
Smoked Salmon and Smoke Trout Mousse
Floral Whipped Cream Cheese, Pickled Red Onion and Cornichons, Oil Cured Golden Tomatoes, Lemon, Capers, Stone Ground Mustard, Dark Rye Toast, Dill Garnish
Multigran by Publican Quality Bread
Savory Scone by J&L Catering
GF - Gluten Free | DF - Dairy Free | VE - Vegan | V - Vegetarian
Bella Vista "La Scala" Franciacorta Brut DOCG 2018
20 / 80
Made in celebration of La Scala Opera Theater in Milan. Toasty apple cherry aromas and flavors. Crisp finish, delizioso!
Drappier Brut Nature NV
30 / 120
Michel Drappier's signature wine, with no dosage and the purity of 100% Pinot Noir. A bouquet of aromatic herbs and enticing cherry notes on the palate with abundant finesse, freshness and spicy notes in the finish.
Billecart Salmon Grand Réserve
35 / 140
This special house creates amazing Champagnes. Le Réserve is a majority of the underappreciated Pinot Meunier. Bright, fresh aromatics of white stone fruits and hints of cherry enhanced by brioche and floral notes in the finish.
Gosset Brut Grand Rosé
55 / 120
Vibrant apple and cherry aromas and flavors mingle to create a complex flavor and a delightful lengthy finish
Taittinger Brut Prélude Grands Crus NV*
60 / 240
Finesse and structure contribute to a perfect balance of mineral chardonnay and lush Pinot Noir.
Domaine Carneros Brut Rosé*
25 / 100
Taittinger's American Sparkling wine has a delicate mousse with strawberry, citrus, honeyed aromas and is rish on the palate.
Grüner Veltliner Gruber Röschitz NV
15 / 60
Austria's "Prosecco"! Fresh aromas and flavors of citrus, tart apples and pears mingle with mouthwatering acidity into a crisp, minerally white pepper finish.
Mas De Gourgonnier Rosé Les Baux De Provence 2024
15 / 60
This Provence Rosé is our Sommelier's absolute favorite Rosé! Bright delicious strawberry and cherry fruit, some floral lavender and rose notes with a hint of black pepper. A very versatile food wine.
Mercouri Estate Kallisto Assyrtiko "Sur Lies" Greece 2024
15 / 60
Lime and lemon aromas with hints of pastry, similar flavors with hints of pear and silky finish.
Jean max Roger Sancerre Blanc Cuvée Les Caillottes 2024
25 / 100
Flinty tangerine, lemon and lime aromas and flavors make this Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire Vally a favorite!
Stift Göttweig Grüner Veltliner Messwein Austria 2023
15 / 60
Light and refreshing with apple, white pepper, and pear notes, with a lengthy minerally finish.
Graci Etna Bianco Sicily 2023
25 / 100
A delicious wine from the magnificent volcanic soils of Mount Etna. Aromas of lemon peel, white pears, flint, and dried herbs. Medium-bodied with a fresh and saline palate. Crisp, mineral, and lemony finish.
Casa Magoni Chardonnay Vermentino Valle De Guadalupe Mexico 2023
15 / 60
Enticing aromas of pear, apple and lemon, a floral hint of chamomile with a honey like mouthfeel, just delicious!
Grgich Hills Estate Chardonnay Napa Valley 2020/22
25 / 100
The legendary winemaker Miljenko "Mike" Grgish creates balanced, elegant Chardonnays from Napa, focusing on pure fruit to enjoy with many dishes.
Bouchard Père et Fils Bourgogne Blanc 2021
15 / 60
90% of this lovely Chardonnay fruit comes from the legendary Cote d'Or in Burgundy. A perfect French Chardonnay bursting with aromas and flavors of lemons, apple and pears, with a crisp mineral finish, delightful!
Gröhl Riesling Roter Hang Trocken Rheinhessen 2022
15 / 60
Elegant fruit aromas of yellow peach and lemon. Riesling from this special red soil also exhibits complex, spicy, herbal notes.
Thymiopoulos Naoussa Greece 2021
18 / 72
Xinomavro is one of Greece's premier grapes with beautiful aromatics, roses, herbs, cassis and dark plum fruit. Drinks like a Nebbiolo.
Louis Jadot Beaune Rouge Premier Cru 2022*
20 / 18
Aromas and flavors of black cherry, plum, with a lovely floral note. Beautiful and complex on the palate, long velvety finish.
Flowers Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2022+
25 / 100
Luscious and bright at first sip. Juicy red and dark cherries, with a touch of herbs and baking spices in the finish.
Tres Raíces Nebbiolo Sangiovese Mexico 2022
20 / 80
An elegant and engaging wine marrying the best qualities of these two exquisite grape varieties grown in Mexico.
Nehrer Blaufränkish St. Georgen Austria 2021
19 / 75
The name "Blaufränkish" comes from blau, meaning blue, referring to the dark color of the grapes, and Fränkish, a term used in the Middle Ages to indicate noble or high-quality grape varieties. Complex with dark fruit flavors of plum and cassis, hints of black pepper, mint with a bright lingering finish.
Nittardi "Belcanto" Chianti Classico 2022
15 / 60
Delicious, classic Chianti flavors: bright abundant cherry fruit and hints of leather and stones. This winery once belonged to Michalangelo Buonarroti, who made the wine when he owned it.
Girolamo Russo Etna Rosso Calderara Sottana 2022
35 / 140
The volcanic soils of Mount Etna make this complex wine sing with aromas and flavors of berries, anise, herbs, red plums, powdery pleasant tannins.
Le Berne Vino Nobile Di Monetpulciano Riserva 2020
25 / 100
Bright kirsch, luxardo cherry aromas and a hint of herbs create a lush wine with a length finish.
Balozio Merlot Colli Orientali del Friuli 2022
20 / 80
A complex and fabulous food wine: ripe cherry, plum and floral aromas and flavors linger on the palate.
Madame De Beaucaillou Haut-Médoc 2021
15 / 60
Bold, savory, with gorgeous fruit presence, aromas and flavors of flowers, spice, mint and a touch of orange peel all grace this exquisite Haut-Médoc. A stellar wine from the Borie family. Mostly Merlot with equal amounts of Cabernet Saugvignon and Petit Verdot.
Auctioneer Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2021-2022+
20 / 80
Luxurious dark cherry and cassis fruit, complemented by cocoa power tannins, herbs and hint of cedar. Complex and lovely.
Mayacamas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon MT Veeder 2019
65 / 250
Cocnentrated bright aromas and flavors of cassis, black cherry, with elegant, floral, powdery tannins that create deliciously long finish.
Domaine Ray-Jane Bandol Rouge 2017
19 / 75
Mostly Mourvèdre, this bold complex wine exhibits dark fruits and aromatic herbs in the nose and palate, with hints of salinity from the nearby Mediterranean.
Mendel Malbec 2021
15 / 60
Lush and elegant with complex aromas and flavors of black cherries, raspberries, blackberries, hints of spice and licorice and oak aging adds touches of vanilla and caramel.
* - Featured Vintner | + - Past Featured Vintner of Lyric Wine Auction
Wines curated by Graham Room Sommelier, Veronica Hastings
Taittinger Millésimé 2015+ | 225
"A glittering vintage" according to many experts, this Champagne is exuberant and rich.
Bourchard Meursault Genevrières 1ER Cru 2020 | 320
Voluptuous mouthfeel and lovely aromatics of pear, toast, white flowers, savor this wine!
Stony Hills Spring Mountain Chardonnay 2019 | 200
A sublime wine from this historic winery exhibiting elegant fruit, slight toast, lively minerality and very delicious.
Joseph Droughin Chambolle Musigny 2021* | 250
Drouhin's luscious wine from several exemplary parcels in Chambolle exhibits complext fruit, spice and floral elements.
Joseph Droughin Volnay 2021* | 45 / 180
A lush bouquet with flavors of violet, black currant and candied fruit, a touch of vanilla, a velvety sensation and a long after taste.
Joseph Droughin Vosne Romanée 2022* | 280
The brightness and intensity of the 2022 red Burgundies are impressive. Complex aromas and flavors, a silky mouth feel, beautiful balance and structure make this wine delightful to drink.
Alion 2018 Ribera Del Duero 2018 | 225
Another amazing wine from Vega Sicilia, this rich, dense, complext wine is a pleasure to drink and savor.
Chateau Clos St. Martin Saint Émilion 2017 | 260
The smallest state in St. Émilion produces a more fruit forward lovely merlot dominated wine to enjoy with many different dishes.
Overture By Opus One | 40 - 3 oz pour / 65 - 5 ox pour / 300 bottle
The winemaker's artistry is exhibited by blending traditional Bordeaux grape varieties and capturing terroir characteristics of the same variety grown in different soils. Lush, complex and satisfying.
* - Featured Vintner | + - Past Featured Vintner of Lyric Wine Auction
Wines curated by Graham Room Sommelier, Veronica Hastings
Sir Andrew's Negroni | 20
Botanist Gin, Select Venice Aperitif, Antica Carpano Vermouth
A Greek Tragedy | 15
Tsili Greek Eau de Vie, Kanéla, Cava Rosé
Bubbles & Burst | 19
Chopin Vodka Austrian Elderflower, Lemon, Sparkling Grüner Veltliner
Rose Noir Vesper | 19
Madame Zuzu's Rose Noir Tea-infused Chopin Vodka, Empress Elderflower Rose Gin, Lillet Rosé
Aria Nights | 16
Courvoisier VS Cognac, Single Vineyard Amontillado Sherry, Cherry Heering, Cardamom Bitters
You Can't Handel the Bourbon | 21
Four Roses Single Barrel Bourbon, Mondino Organic Bavarian Amaro
Pinkerton's Passion | 20
Iwai Japanese Whisky, Yuzu Sake, Passion Fruit
Diego's Dream | 21
El Gran Viejo Extra Añejo Tequila, Grand Marnier, Carpano Antica Vermouth
Frida's Favor | 17
Apaluz Wild Grown Mezcal Artesanal, Mango, Lime Juice
Coffee Cantata | 20
Dark matter Heroic Dose Espresso shaken with Vodka, Brandy Pure Maple Syrup
Forbidden Fruit | 12
Rare Tea Cellar Melon Tea, Pomegranate
Phony Negroni Classic | 16
Tastes just like the real thing!
Phony Negroni White Negroni | 16
Refreshing and delicious
Von Trapp Spritz | 18
Layla Sparkling Austrian Muskateller, Austrian Elderflower
Layla Sparkling Muskateller Huber, Austria | 14
Prima Pavé Sparkling Rosé, Italy | 20
Domaine Pierre Chavin Wines | 18:
Saugignon Blanc
Pierre Zero Sparkling Chardonnay
Pierre Zero Sparkling Rose
Courvoisier VS Cognac | 15
Boulard Calvados VSOP | 15
Delamain Cognac XO | 35
Larressingle Armagnac VSOP | 25
Ca Ed Balos Moscato d'Asti | 12
La Pigeade Muscat Beaumes de Venise 2020 | 15
Royal Tokaji Late Harvest Tokaji 2018 | 20
Emotions de la Tour Blanche Sauterne 2018 | 25
Lustau Rare Amontillado (Escuadrilla) (dry) | 15
Broadbent 20 Year Old Tawny Port | 20
Taylor Fladgate Vintage Porto 2003 | 35
Broadbent 10 Year Old Malmsey Madeira | 20
Cocktails and Spirit Free Cocktails Created by Adam Seger
Lyric incurs the costs of late meal cancellations and no-shows; therefore, we must ask members to be responsible for their reservations and cancellations. Patrons will be charged a fee of $50 per person for all no-show reservations. If you can no longer attend your reservation, please contact the Graham Room or call 312.827.3557 at least 24 hours prior to your reservation to avoid a no-show fee.
The William B. and Catherine Graham Room
The William B. and Catherine Graham Room
The William B. and Catherine Graham Room
To learn more about the Graham Room, please email [email protected] or call the Graham Room hotline at 312.827.3557.
