Parachute HiFi
3500 N Elston Ave, Chicago
(872) 204-7138
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Extremely wonderful staff, cozy ambience and fantastic music selection. Food was solid, but not the star of the night. Drinks, conversation with staff and music were highlights.
Hip little spot for tasty Korean inspired bites and an interesting cocktail menu (including NA and THC options). DJ spinning vibe music enhanced the experience. Not a large food menu but 3 of us tried several items - all very good. We'll be back!
Great neighborhood restaurant. Have dined here twice and on both occasions, the food, service, and music were superb.
Loved OG Parachute and Anelya is spectacular, but the service at HiFi was so disappointing. Included an allergy on my reservation, was never asked about it, and common allergens aren't indicated on the menu. Tteokbokki was covered in peanuts. When we asked about it and mentioned it was because of an allergy, our server literally stared us and walked away without asking any follow up questions or offering help. Wild. Burger was also overcooked and bun was burnt.
Great food and drinks as usual. Love the ambiance, music, vibes and company. The team working there is so friendly and welcoming. Each bite of food is crafted with care and love. 10/10 highly recommend.
Great food & service. Our server was great and very knowledgeable and friendly. I will definitely return.
The food was so good, and the service was great! The burger and tteokbokki pad thai were delicious, and the potato bing bread was unexpected (in a good way)! I'll definitely go back! :)
I was caressed by the smooth DJ tunes, but my senses were assaulted by flavor combinations unholy. Familiar comfort foods (pad Thai, smashburger, salmon nigiri of note) were twisted into new dishes that looked familiar, but challenged my perceptions. The cocktails were not safe either! The gin martini, made into a “Greek salad” with cucumber and anchovy, beyond the olive and brine of tradition. Had my friend told me to definitely go and explore this place, I never would have found it, but damn! What a ride!
Probably one of the best meals I've had in 2025. HIGHLY recommend this spot. Everything we ordered was delicious. The cocktails are very unique and the bar has awesome vibes.
Absolutely wonderful! The food was great. The drinks were great. The server was amazing. Definitely try this place out.
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Food is always wonderful and is a fun atmosphere. I do wish the food menu would change a little more often. That's probably the reason we don't come back as frequently
Top to bottom, great experience. We had nigiri, sesame orange salad with fried noodles, oysters and shrimp pad thai. All excellent. bartender was great. We weren't drinking so he was nice enough to make an ad hoc very tasty mocktail. Cozy atmosphere with a cool vibe. Music was just a touch loud while sitting at the bar but certainly not overwhelming and the music is part of the experience. Cool little joint.
This place is awesome. We had a 5pm reservation and asked to sit at the bar. The food was exceptional and the cocktails were some of the best I've had in a really long time. It was fun to sit at the bar and see all the different concoctions go out. They played great music but it was still very easy to hear conversation over it (and my hearing isn't great.) A lot of thought and creativity went into both the drinks and the food but neither are fussy or overcomplicated. The restaurant is also a great size. Not too small - not too big. A great place for a date or a gathering between 3-4 friends. Highly recommend.
The vibes are great. Although the burger is $20 and doesn’t come with a side 🥺
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Cheeseburger with Bacon, Chicken Karaage
This restaurant is… fine. Mediocre at best.
Is the food good? Sure—if you’re looking for overhyped, “Asian-inspired” bites. The flavors are there, but nothing feels new. The tofu skin stuffed with rice and mushrooms? Tasty, but forgettable. The Tteokbokki Pad Thai? To borrow Miranda Priestley’s words: “Florals for spring? Groundbreaking.” The Face Down Burger? It’s just your average diner burger… flipped over.
The drinks? Also underwhelming.
If you’re just dipping your toes into Asian cuisine, this might be a fun spot to hang out. But if you’re after truly bold, authentic flavors, you’re better off saving your appetite for your favorite mom-and-pop restaurants instead.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
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