A spontaneous three-generation Sunday dinner and the food was amazing. A very knowledgeable server who answered questions, made suggestions, and was extremely attentive throughout the meal. We had ordered a to go dish to take to someone who could not attend, and it miraculously showed up with perfect timing with the check..Cornbread was an amazing starter,  the catfish and grits was impeccably seasoned, but the seafood pasta special was the best. My mom was known for her bread pudding, and I'm only writing this because she's no longer with us, but my son said it was the best bread pudding he ever had! We are all urban dwellers, and the weather was beautiful so we enjoyed the sidewalk table and the city experience. However, if you're not used to it, you might want a table inside. We're already planning our next visit and what will order the next time!
Laurie
Unfortunately, great food could not outweigh terrible service on our August 22, 2025 visit to Big Jones. We have previously enjoyed the restaurant on several occasions and looked forward to sharing it with some friends to whom we owed a thank-you dinner. We waited 10 minutes before our waiter greeted us. He told us we had to order our full meal at once, including desserts that had to be baked, so that everything would time out properly. So in addition to a shared appetizer, four entrees and several sides, we ordered a bread pudding. Other than having to flag down our waiter for drink refills, our food was as excellent as usual. But then, our waiter disappeared. For the rest of the night. Did he quit? After 15 minutes or so, we asked someone about the bread pudding and it appeared fairly quickly. Had it been sitting or was it really necessary to have ordered it in advance? We'll never know. We had to flag down someone else to bring our check, and by the time we left from our 7:30 reservation, we were the last table in the place. The vibe had been high-stress during the dinner rush, and now it was indifference. The whole experience drained the evening of its enjoyment and I'm not sure we will be back.
Marc
The food and drinks were excellent. Had great cornbread, gumbo, etouffee, catfish and fried chicken. All very good plus craft cocktails and nice beer selection. The only downside was we sat outside and were not a priority. Was a good 15 minutes before we got our drinks and our server forgot to put in one item. He did offer up a comp dessert which was respectable.
Irma
Our Thursday night Supper Club tried Big Jones this week. We ordered the relish tray to start, and most of the selections were tasty. We also ordered the cornbread and the sweet potato biscuits to share. The biscuits were delicious, and the cornbread was just okay. We then ordered the catfish entree and the shrimp and grits entree. Both were exceptional—the grits were the best I ever tasted. For dessert, we ordered the peach and blackberry cobbler—we inhaled it; so good. All in all, we were happy with our meals, the service got better as the night progressed. There was only one waitress, and she was also training another waitress, so it took awhile to place our order. To be fair, another table monopolized her time because they could not make a decision and the waitress had to double back at least three times. Consequently, we sat longer than expected to be served. But, we would definitely return.
Andrea
We came for lunch. When we arrived there was only one other table with customers. We put in the order and then waited and waited for the food(at least 45 minutes). Not sure what they were doing in the kitchen. One order was an omelette which arrived undercooked and needed to be sent back. My eggs were also runny, so sent back as well. One in our party had to leave so left without eating. The waiter was nice and did not charge us for 2 meals, but I would probably never go back.
Richard
We arrived early from the Cubs game and were seated promptly. We were celebrating my wife's 70th birthday. Although the cocktail menu had changed my wife ordered a delicious cocktail which she later had refilled. We ordered the crab cake appetizer which was wonderful. She had the chicken salad with butter lettuce which she enjoyed thoroughly. I had two pieces of white meat chicken. I took home the breast. It came with a wonderful rice and bean mix. Be sure to ask for the hot sauce. They comped a nice dessert with a candle for her birthday. The service was attentive and the meal perfectly paced. Big Jones is a high quality option in Andersonville. I think the best restaurant in the neighborhood. I eat there about 6 times a year and am always wowed by the food.
Angela
The food wasn't good. I had the berry and banana pancakes and the pancakes themselves were not sweet at all; the only sweetness was the toppings. I couldn't even finish them because I did not like the flavor of the batter. The beignets were stiff and a tad too yeasty tasting. The biscuits and gravy had too much sausage and not enough gravy and the flavor was just okay. The sausage on the breakfast sandwich was also too dry. Not a single part of the meal was good except for the cornbread, which was just okay. It was also too loud and hot in the restaurant. I wouldn't recommend and wouldn't go back.
Jazzmyne
It was absolutely one of the best dining experiences I've ever had! The food was delicious!
STEVAN
Booking Big Jones for brunch was a spur-of-the-moment decision for myself and a group of folks from out of town. Absolutely everything about the staff, the hospitality, the drinks, and the cooking was OUTSTANDING. Kudos to Big Jones. I'm already planning to visit again the next time that I'm in Chicago!
Michael
Very impressed by the quality, preparation and presentation of our food. The staff were very welcoming and attentive without ever intruding. Big Jones had been recommended to us for its gluten free menu options and it exceeded all expectations.
This was the 5th time I've eaten at big jones and can only rave about the food and service . The menu has what has become favorites—-cornbread, pickled beet soup, cobbler as well new selections. The wait staff were attentive, efficient, cheerful. All in all it was a wonderful experience. Can't wait to go back
Janella
Have been here multiple times and each time is better than the last! This place -- the food, the vib, the service -- all excellent! Thanks for a great birthday dinner!
jack
Great service! Was seated right when I arrived (with reservation). The ambience is comfortable but also elevated. Will be back!
Kathy
We were amazed that the service and food were so good given that there was “nosh” event going on that day. Our dishes were soooo good, and everything took just a little longer but we were with good friends so it wasn't a big deal. They did great!!
Roula
We decided to explore a new brunch spot and ended up at Big Jones, and it did not disappoint! From the moment we walked in, the warm and inviting atmosphere set the perfect tone for our meal. Our server was friendly and attentive, making our dining experience even more enjoyable. We decided to order a couple of standout dishes: the fried chicken sandwich and a bacon omelette. Both were absolutely excellent, bursting with flavor and expertly prepared. However, the real highlight of our meal was the tres leches pancakes. They were incredibly rich and decadent—truly to die for! Overall, everything we tried was fantastic, and we can't wait to return and sample more of the menu. Big Jones is definitely a place we'll be revisiting!
A spontaneous three-generation Sunday dinner and the food was amazing. A very knowledgeable server who answered questions, made suggestions, and was extremely attentive throughout the meal. We had ordered a to go dish to take to someone who could not attend, and it miraculously showed up with perfect timing with the check..Cornbread was an amazing starter,  the catfish and grits was impeccably seasoned, but the seafood pasta special was the best. My mom was known for her bread pudding, and I'm only writing this because she's no longer with us, but my son said it was the best bread pudding he ever had! We are all urban dwellers, and the weather was beautiful so we enjoyed the sidewalk table and the city experience. However, if you're not used to it, you might want a table inside. We're already planning our next visit and what will order the next time!
Unfortunately, great food could not outweigh terrible service on our August 22, 2025 visit to Big Jones. We have previously enjoyed the restaurant on several occasions and looked forward to sharing it with some friends to whom we owed a thank-you dinner. We waited 10 minutes before our waiter greeted us. He told us we had to order our full meal at once, including desserts that had to be baked, so that everything would time out properly. So in addition to a shared appetizer, four entrees and several sides, we ordered a bread pudding. Other than having to flag down our waiter for drink refills, our food was as excellent as usual. But then, our waiter disappeared. For the rest of the night. Did he quit? After 15 minutes or so, we asked someone about the bread pudding and it appeared fairly quickly. Had it been sitting or was it really necessary to have ordered it in advance? We'll never know. We had to flag down someone else to bring our check, and by the time we left from our 7:30 reservation, we were the last table in the place. The vibe had been high-stress during the dinner rush, and now it was indifference. The whole experience drained the evening of its enjoyment and I'm not sure we will be back.
The food and drinks were excellent. Had great cornbread, gumbo, etouffee, catfish and fried chicken. All very good plus craft cocktails and nice beer selection. The only downside was we sat outside and were not a priority. Was a good 15 minutes before we got our drinks and our server forgot to put in one item. He did offer up a comp dessert which was respectable.
Our Thursday night Supper Club tried Big Jones this week. We ordered the relish tray to start, and most of the selections were tasty. We also ordered the cornbread and the sweet potato biscuits to share. The biscuits were delicious, and the cornbread was just okay. We then ordered the catfish entree and the shrimp and grits entree. Both were exceptional—the grits were the best I ever tasted. For dessert, we ordered the peach and blackberry cobbler—we inhaled it; so good. All in all, we were happy with our meals, the service got better as the night progressed. There was only one waitress, and she was also training another waitress, so it took awhile to place our order. To be fair, another table monopolized her time because they could not make a decision and the waitress had to double back at least three times. Consequently, we sat longer than expected to be served. But, we would definitely return.
We came for lunch. When we arrived there was only one other table with customers. We put in the order and then waited and waited for the food(at least 45 minutes). Not sure what they were doing in the kitchen. One order was an omelette which arrived undercooked and needed to be sent back. My eggs were also runny, so sent back as well. One in our party had to leave so left without eating. The waiter was nice and did not charge us for 2 meals, but I would probably never go back.
We arrived early from the Cubs game and were seated promptly. We were celebrating my wife's 70th birthday. Although the cocktail menu had changed my wife ordered a delicious cocktail which she later had refilled. We ordered the crab cake appetizer which was wonderful. She had the chicken salad with butter lettuce which she enjoyed thoroughly. I had two pieces of white meat chicken. I took home the breast. It came with a wonderful rice and bean mix. Be sure to ask for the hot sauce. They comped a nice dessert with a candle for her birthday. The service was attentive and the meal perfectly paced. Big Jones is a high quality option in Andersonville. I think the best restaurant in the neighborhood. I eat there about 6 times a year and am always wowed by the food.
The food wasn't good. I had the berry and banana pancakes and the pancakes themselves were not sweet at all; the only sweetness was the toppings. I couldn't even finish them because I did not like the flavor of the batter. The beignets were stiff and a tad too yeasty tasting. The biscuits and gravy had too much sausage and not enough gravy and the flavor was just okay. The sausage on the breakfast sandwich was also too dry. Not a single part of the meal was good except for the cornbread, which was just okay. It was also too loud and hot in the restaurant. I wouldn't recommend and wouldn't go back.
It was absolutely one of the best dining experiences I've ever had! The food was delicious!
Booking Big Jones for brunch was a spur-of-the-moment decision for myself and a group of folks from out of town. Absolutely everything about the staff, the hospitality, the drinks, and the cooking was OUTSTANDING. Kudos to Big Jones. I'm already planning to visit again the next time that I'm in Chicago!
Very impressed by the quality, preparation and presentation of our food. The staff were very welcoming and attentive without ever intruding. Big Jones had been recommended to us for its gluten free menu options and it exceeded all expectations.
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This was the 5th time I've eaten at big jones and can only rave about the food and service . The menu has what has become favorites—-cornbread, pickled beet soup, cobbler as well new selections. The wait staff were attentive, efficient, cheerful. All in all it was a wonderful experience. Can't wait to go back
Have been here multiple times and each time is better than the last! This place -- the food, the vib, the service -- all excellent! Thanks for a great birthday dinner!
Great service! Was seated right when I arrived (with reservation). The ambience is comfortable but also elevated. Will be back!
We were amazed that the service and food were so good given that there was “nosh” event going on that day. Our dishes were soooo good, and everything took just a little longer but we were with good friends so it wasn't a big deal. They did great!!
We decided to explore a new brunch spot and ended up at Big Jones, and it did not disappoint! From the moment we walked in, the warm and inviting atmosphere set the perfect tone for our meal. Our server was friendly and attentive, making our dining experience even more enjoyable. We decided to order a couple of standout dishes: the fried chicken sandwich and a bacon omelette. Both were absolutely excellent, bursting with flavor and expertly prepared. However, the real highlight of our meal was the tres leches pancakes. They were incredibly rich and decadent—truly to die for! Overall, everything we tried was fantastic, and we can't wait to return and sample more of the menu. Big Jones is definitely a place we'll be revisiting!
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