Wow, I'm consistently amazed every time I come in. The staff was above and beyond, the food amazing and experience overall can't be beat. I love coming here. They gave me a card for my birthday and that warmed my heart. The server was absolutely amazing and loved his energy!
Carson Linder
Great place! Drink and food menu were both awesome👌
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Estephanya orozco
The steamed mussels were delicious. My burger was a little over done but good flavor over all. Fabian our server was great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Samuel Macias
Fabian was great!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cabo Shrimp Tacos
JulieBlueSerb1234567890 Rfgh
We ordered calamari and blue mussels. Both were extremely salty.
The waiter claimed the restaurant makes its own ginger beer, but it was hardly noticable in the Moscow Mule. I'm not sure it was even added to the drink. In hindsight, I think sparkling water was used in place of ginger beer.
There is quite an enjoyable terrace to sit at between the front and the sidewalk.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Madison
Great service, super friendly and welcoming. The beef tenderloin and mashed potatoes were amazing. The tenderloin sandwhich was also great, loved the horseradish aioli and pretzel bun were perfect with the sandwhich! Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michelle Irwin
We loved our dinner and cocktails! Shrimp tacos, burgers and smoked cheddar garlic mac and cheese were all delicious. Staff was enthusiastic and timely! The fresh house made ginger beer was stellar in a mule and the blackberry cocktail was amazing too. Everything was super fresh and delicious! Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jonathan Klimek
First time stopping in, David and VIctor our bar tenders were amazing with service, helped us promptly even through a rush time and answered any questions we had. The tenderloin was fabulous (demiglaze delicious). The quesdias were filling and practically a meal in itself. Would definitely recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Quesadillas
Kate Burns
Fabian is the best! Limoncello shots. Good date spot if your date is cool.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Ohene-Frimpong
Do NOT come here unless fabian is your server!! The best service, great drinks too
Matisse is the definition of a hidden gem on Chicago’s North Side. From the moment we walked in, the vibe was warm and welcoming, and the service was spot-on and attentive without being overbearing.
The food? Incredible. We started with the garlic parm wings and quesadillas, and I’m not exaggerating when I say those wings are some of the best I’ve had in Chicago! They were perfectly crispy with a garlicky kick.
For mains, my friend ordered the beef tenderloin (melt-in-your-mouth good) and I went for the Devil’s Chicken. The chicken was juicy and bathed in a tomato sauce with olives, capers, white wine, and garlic…… an absolute flavor bomb.
Bonus points for the heated outdoor patio that stays open until November and their late night hours which is perfect for lingering after a night out.
Matisse has been holding it down in the neighborhood for 24 years, and it’s easy to see why. This place deserves all the love.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rachel Ripley
I don’t think I’ve ever experienced customer service like this! WOW! Fabian and Alex were so attentive, kind, and knowledgeable! Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Onur Kutlubay
We visited Matisse Tavern and Grill on a Saturday evening and chose to sit outside. Even though it was a bit chilly, the outdoor heaters did a good job of keeping us comfortable, which made sitting on the patio enjoyable. The atmosphere outside felt relaxed and welcoming, and it was nice to watch the neighborhood go by while waiting for our food.
We placed our order around 7:25 in the evening. Unfortunately, the wait for the food was much longer than expected. Our meals finally arrived at about 8:30, so it took around sixty five minutes for everything to come out. That is a long time to wait, even on a busy Saturday night. The one thing that softened the frustration was that the manager came outside, apologized, and explained that the kitchen was very busy. That personal touch was appreciated and showed good hospitality.
For the food itself, I ordered the Masterpiece Burger. It was juicy, flavorful, and cooked very well. The toppings worked nicely together and made it a satisfying choice. My friend ordered the Bistro Steak Sandwich on ciabatta. The steak was fine but did not stand out. The meat could have been more flavorful, and overall it was just okay compared to the burger.
I paired my meal with an Allagash White beer, which reminded me of Blue Moon but lighter and easier to drink. My friend had the Whiskey Business cocktail and enjoyed it a lot, calling it smooth and well balanced.
Overall, the long wait for food was disappointing, but the burger and drinks helped redeem the experience. Matisse Tavern and Grill has a nice atmosphere and friendly service, but the timing and consistency of the kitchen could be improved.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 2
H S
Outstanding! The Moscow Mules were the best I've had in a while, and the food was amazing. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zachery Gries
My partner and I went in thinking we’d split a burger - once we saw the cocktail menu though, we knew we were in for a different experience. The drinks were incredible, the burgers were amazing, the potatos were perfect. We left saying we’d be back, and I can’t wait for our next trip here.
Wow, I'm consistently amazed every time I come in. The staff was above and beyond, the food amazing and experience overall can't be beat. I love coming here. They gave me a card for my birthday and that warmed my heart. The server was absolutely amazing and loved his energy!
Great place! Drink and food menu were both awesome👌
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The steamed mussels were delicious. My burger was a little over done but good flavor over all. Fabian our server was great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Fabian was great!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cabo Shrimp Tacos
We ordered calamari and blue mussels. Both were extremely salty.
The waiter claimed the restaurant makes its own ginger beer, but it was hardly noticable in the Moscow Mule. I'm not sure it was even added to the drink. In hindsight, I think sparkling water was used in place of ginger beer.
There is quite an enjoyable terrace to sit at between the front and the sidewalk.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Great service, super friendly and welcoming. The beef tenderloin and mashed potatoes were amazing. The tenderloin sandwhich was also great, loved the horseradish aioli and pretzel bun were perfect with the sandwhich! Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We loved our dinner and cocktails! Shrimp tacos, burgers and smoked cheddar garlic mac and cheese were all delicious. Staff was enthusiastic and timely! The fresh house made ginger beer was stellar in a mule and the blackberry cocktail was amazing too. Everything was super fresh and delicious! Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time stopping in, David and VIctor our bar tenders were amazing with service, helped us promptly even through a rush time and answered any questions we had. The tenderloin was fabulous (demiglaze delicious). The quesdias were filling and practically a meal in itself. Would definitely recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Quesadillas
Fabian is the best! Limoncello shots. Good date spot if your date is cool.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Do NOT come here unless fabian is your server!! The best service, great drinks too
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Matisse is the definition of a hidden gem on Chicago’s North Side. From the moment we walked in, the vibe was warm and welcoming, and the service was spot-on and attentive without being overbearing.
The food? Incredible. We started with the garlic parm wings and quesadillas, and I’m not exaggerating when I say those wings are some of the best I’ve had in Chicago! They were perfectly crispy with a garlicky kick.
For mains, my friend ordered the beef tenderloin (melt-in-your-mouth good) and I went for the Devil’s Chicken. The chicken was juicy and bathed in a tomato sauce with olives, capers, white wine, and garlic…… an absolute flavor bomb.
Drinks were another highlight. They make their own syrups and juices, and you can taste the creativity in every cocktail. Dessert sealed the deal: the bread pudding and mango crème brûlée were both outstanding.
Bonus points for the heated outdoor patio that stays open until November and their late night hours which is perfect for lingering after a night out.
Matisse has been holding it down in the neighborhood for 24 years, and it’s easy to see why. This place deserves all the love.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I don’t think I’ve ever experienced customer service like this! WOW! Fabian and Alex were so attentive, kind, and knowledgeable! Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We visited Matisse Tavern and Grill on a Saturday evening and chose to sit outside. Even though it was a bit chilly, the outdoor heaters did a good job of keeping us comfortable, which made sitting on the patio enjoyable. The atmosphere outside felt relaxed and welcoming, and it was nice to watch the neighborhood go by while waiting for our food.
We placed our order around 7:25 in the evening. Unfortunately, the wait for the food was much longer than expected. Our meals finally arrived at about 8:30, so it took around sixty five minutes for everything to come out. That is a long time to wait, even on a busy Saturday night. The one thing that softened the frustration was that the manager came outside, apologized, and explained that the kitchen was very busy. That personal touch was appreciated and showed good hospitality.
For the food itself, I ordered the Masterpiece Burger. It was juicy, flavorful, and cooked very well. The toppings worked nicely together and made it a satisfying choice. My friend ordered the Bistro Steak Sandwich on ciabatta. The steak was fine but did not stand out. The meat could have been more flavorful, and overall it was just okay compared to the burger.
I paired my meal with an Allagash White beer, which reminded me of Blue Moon but lighter and easier to drink. My friend had the Whiskey Business cocktail and enjoyed it a lot, calling it smooth and well balanced.
Overall, the long wait for food was disappointing, but the burger and drinks helped redeem the experience. Matisse Tavern and Grill has a nice atmosphere and friendly service, but the timing and consistency of the kitchen could be improved.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 2
Outstanding! The Moscow Mules were the best I've had in a while, and the food was amazing. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My partner and I went in thinking we’d split a burger - once we saw the cocktail menu though, we knew we were in for a different experience. The drinks were incredible, the burgers were amazing, the potatos were perfect. We left saying we’d be back, and I can’t wait for our next trip here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Burger, Cheese Burger
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