“Small restaurant with modern american decor. Street parking around the area. The staff were amazing and so nice, knowledgeable about the food and drinks. We did the tasting menu with the spirit free pairing. I thought the food portions were acceptable. The appetizers were great as were the desserts. The drinks were great too. Although there were multiple savory courses, my friends and I thought it was still lacking. Overall a great night still.“
“Fantastic food here. It's flawless from a taste and presentation stand point. The only issue - portions are never enough! The appetizers were great. The carrot soup was thick and rich, with a nice play on the texture with the pecan granola. Chicken was grilled to perfection as well, a lot like Roister.“
“Absolutely exquisite. You need to book in advance, but trust me, it's worth it. I had a braised lamb shank with carrots, red peppers, celery, tomatoes and garlic, with mashed potatoes on the side. From what I understand, the borscht is authentic and delicious (I went with a Russian and a Ukrainian who should know a thing or two about this food). 100% recommended to complete your visit to the center of this lovely city.“
“All I can say is WOW! This establishment knows how to serve a fine dining meal with pizazz. From the moment we walked in the door we felt welcome and taken care of. The culinary students are so professional, and you can really tell they love what they do. The Instructor overseeing their learning was attentive and gregarious, and the instruction did not interfere with the atmosphere or ambiance of the meal. Beautiful presentation and plating. Well done, Kendall!!!“
“Delicious creative dishes incorporating elements of Macallan (smoke, sherry, etc) for a delectable dining experience. Pair the dishes with sophisticated wines, or thoughtful craft cocktails, either way you can’t go wrong. Attentive staff and music that contributes to the atmosphere of indulgence. An unforgettable dining experience!“
“In town for business, went to The Capital Grille for a steak dinner. It was, oh, so much more! Ordered a cesar salad, new York steak, bone out. And the asparagus. The Cesar salad was delicious, with generous portions of shaved parmesean cheese. My steak ordered as medium rare, was absolutely perfect. The asparagus grilled with lemon wedge was a perfect complement. The dinner was perfect! I also ordered a Merlot wine by the glass, which was recommended by Blake, my server, who was excellent! She was so attentive and friendly! Almost all the wait staff stopped to ask if everything was okay and asked if I needed anything! The manager. Adam, also stopped and asked if everything was okay. The evening was perfect! I only wish my visit to Chicago was a more personal, elegant visit because this is where I would want to be! As if to show the elegance, I thought about having black napkins for guests wearing black. And then the manager, Adam, walked by with black napkins! Elegance is an exceptional quality. This should be a MUST for visitors who visit Chicago!“
“One of the best and most unique dining experiences in Chicago. Chef Devin Denzer is truly an artist. Talented beyond his years. Great date night, or group of friends event. Eat his food before he gets his Michelin stars so you can tell people you knew him back in the day.“
“We are from Kansas City and are extremely huge foodies. We have been trying to dine at Alinea since COVID first started. We are huge fans of Grant and the Alinea Group. They create and maintain excellent food and a dramatic experience. Finally, in April, we were able to visit Alinea for our anniversary. It did not disappoint!From the moment you walk into Alinea, you arr greated and taken care of like your family. The restaurant and the staff are not stuffy nor snobby, which is likely hard to do because of the level of food you're enjoying. The food is like a full culinary experience. Think of it like a movie. Thr staff is trained to truly understand every single element. They take the time to explain the dish, the region it's from, and even help you walk through how the chef intended it to be eaten.The experience blew our minds!If you can have the time, the money (it's not cheap), and an open mind, you will NOT REGRET dining at Alinea.Vegetarian options: You can request anything ahead of time and they will accommodate.Dietary restrictions: You can request anything ahead of time and they will accommodate.Parking: Street parking is limited, and the building has no sign, so you likely could miss it.Kid-friendliness: Ahhh, no, I would say not. Unless your children are amazing.Wheelchair accessibility: Stairs everywhere are so likely not easy to do.“
“Unfortunately, BCC closed just before Valentine's Day and so far, no news on where the key team members have moved on to. And no news on what may replace on this site, this is truly the tragic loss of a restaurant that was destined for great things.“
“Next certainly deserves its Michelin star rating!What an indulgent experience. From the rich authentic French cuisine to the timing and presentation, the overall meal was next level. It was a pleasure to savor each bite.The staff were extremely professional; they were attentive, accomodating, and well knowledgeable with their dishes.It was a very romantic, elegant and intimate atmosphere (perfect for a date!). The vibe was sophisticated (perhaps pretencious, but that is the point).Definitely would recommend!“
“The first thing I noticed was how engaging the hostess was. We were seated upstairs and we loved the feel of privacy there. Our server was Blake a conscientious young man. I informed him that this was our first visit and he walked us through the menu and specials. We order various cuts of steak and one chicken meal. The sides were Brussels spouts, Lobster Mac and cheese and broccoli. The drinks were apple martini and lemon drops both served on dry ice and was quite the presentation! Every entree was delicious and served with the perfect temperature. We don’t live in the city of Chicago so driving down for over an hour to Mastro’s was worth it!“
“It's not just the food that makes a restaurant, it's also the vibe. The minute you enter Oriole you know you're in for an evening that you won't soon forget. Never have had such attentive yet not overbearing service. These people are doing what they love and if not they are excellent at acting like they do! Oriole is about you enjoying the complete experience of fine dining without being stuffy or pretentious. It's been a week and I can still feel the serotonin buzz every time I think of one of the gastronomically amazing dishes or delicious wine pairings that my friend and I had. I know I'm laying it on thick but so wowed by everything!“