Sold me a raspberry tart with mold on it. The raspberries usually come a little dirty and I don’t mind as much as I should but this is ridiculous
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 5
Phuong Anh Pham
Glad they kept the previous concept under new management. We enjoy having this cute and cozy place in LSQ with a dog friendly outdoor space. The food has been yummy and so are the pastries we’ve tried so far.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Courtney W
Small interior and adorable patio right on the square. Never had a bad meal or drink here! Do not skip the bakery case, fantastic cheesecake. Pay-to-park is everywhere and it’s right off the Western Brownline stop. Truly a little gem.
We went here for dinner and loved it! The ambience inside and on the patio is so nice, we sat inside by the open door to the patio and enjoyed a nice breeze. I had the lemon chicken with mashed potatoes, which was absolutely superb (perfect cook on the chicken), and my husband loved the beef goulash. We also enjoyed the cheese curd appetizer and drinks from the cafe - a chai apple cider and a caramel apple butter latte, both of which were fantastic for fall. We didn’t try anything from the bakery because we were too full, but that looked delicious as well. The staff was great. Would highly recommend as a top choice in Lincoln Square. We will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bette Bleeker
As good as Selmarie. Food is great. Bakery is delish!
Was not impressed with the food and bakery. Unfortunately does not live up to Cafe Selmarie. The bakery items are grocery store fare. As a Lincoln square resident, there are much finer choices. Including Geraldine’s right across. Will not be going back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Taylor Sandroff
My favorite breakfast food in the city. Tastes very similar to the beloved Cafe Selmarie. Excited to try the lunch and dinner menu!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
MCL
Stopped by for an early dinner, and had a lovely time! The service was warm and attentive, and the chicken schnitzel was delicious! I opted to for patio seating to take advantage of the beautiful fall day, and was treated to live music from the square. I was too full for dessert, but can’t wait to try the bakery items some other time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
skittle dittle
food is so gross and overpriced and greasy I regret eating here they took so long to bring me my food I’m mad
Had a turkey club yesterday took half home had for dinner and middle of night was very ill!!! Also menu print so small unreadable and patio chairs so low made for kids!!!! The sandwich was not that good and I'm still not feeling well. This was the only thing I had to eat yesterday as it is a big sandwich so I know this is what made me ill!!!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Theresa Humanicki
This is my first visit to Willow Cafe & Bistro. There were three of us for breakfast, unfortunately we did not realize the "Bistro" area did not open until 10am (I checked Google and not website ?). So we all grabbed a coffee and a pastry. After we ate, we bought some Linzer cookies to go.
I'll need to come back when the Bistro is open for breakfast.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bakery
B Marquez
We came in on a Monday evening first time back to the new place. It was 730pm didn’t know they closed at 8p. We were greeted by the friendly front bakery gentleman and lead to the dining area. Super cute and cozy. 2 other tables had people at them. We were greeted by Maddie our server and she was so helpful and great energy for the end of the day. She took our orders and was very attentive. We didn’t feel rushed. After our meal we even got to get some yummy desserts before 8pm to go and to eat there. We had the tomato soup, chopped salad, and the chicken salad sandwich. All were fresh and great portions. Definitely will be back! Thank you again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chopped Salad, Bakery, Bowl of Tomato Bisque
Dr. Lana
Great place to stop by and have lunch or dinner. Scallops and mussels were great.
Sold me a raspberry tart with mold on it. The raspberries usually come a little dirty and I don’t mind as much as I should but this is ridiculous
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 5
Glad they kept the previous concept under new management. We enjoy having this cute and cozy place in LSQ with a dog friendly outdoor space. The food has been yummy and so are the pastries we’ve tried so far.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Small interior and adorable patio right on the square. Never had a bad meal or drink here! Do not skip the bakery case, fantastic cheesecake. Pay-to-park is everywhere and it’s right off the Western Brownline stop. Truly a little gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheesecake, Bakery, Fried Cheese
We went here for dinner and loved it! The ambience inside and on the patio is so nice, we sat inside by the open door to the patio and enjoyed a nice breeze. I had the lemon chicken with mashed potatoes, which was absolutely superb (perfect cook on the chicken), and my husband loved the beef goulash. We also enjoyed the cheese curd appetizer and drinks from the cafe - a chai apple cider and a caramel apple butter latte, both of which were fantastic for fall. We didn’t try anything from the bakery because we were too full, but that looked delicious as well. The staff was great. Would highly recommend as a top choice in Lincoln Square. We will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
As good as Selmarie. Food is great. Bakery is delish!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Burrito, Bakery, Smash Burger
Was not impressed with the food and bakery. Unfortunately does not live up to Cafe Selmarie. The bakery items are grocery store fare. As a Lincoln square resident, there are much finer choices. Including Geraldine’s right across. Will not be going back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
My favorite breakfast food in the city. Tastes very similar to the beloved Cafe Selmarie. Excited to try the lunch and dinner menu!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped by for an early dinner, and had a lovely time! The service was warm and attentive, and the chicken schnitzel was delicious! I opted to for patio seating to take advantage of the beautiful fall day, and was treated to live music from the square. I was too full for dessert, but can’t wait to try the bakery items some other time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
food is so gross and overpriced and greasy I regret eating here they took so long to bring me my food I’m mad
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Highly Recommend! Great food, and staff
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Had a turkey club yesterday took half home had for dinner and middle of night was very ill!!! Also menu print so small unreadable and patio chairs so low made for kids!!!! The sandwich was not that good and I'm still not feeling well. This was the only thing I had to eat yesterday as it is a big sandwich so I know this is what made me ill!!!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
This is my first visit to Willow Cafe & Bistro. There were three of us for breakfast, unfortunately we did not realize the "Bistro" area did not open until 10am (I checked Google and not website ?). So we all grabbed a coffee and a pastry. After we ate, we bought some Linzer cookies to go.
I'll need to come back when the Bistro is open for breakfast.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bakery
We came in on a Monday evening first time back to the new place. It was 730pm didn’t know they closed at 8p. We were greeted by the friendly front bakery gentleman and lead to the dining area. Super cute and cozy. 2 other tables had people at them. We were greeted by Maddie our server and she was so helpful and great energy for the end of the day. She took our orders and was very attentive. We didn’t feel rushed. After our meal we even got to get some yummy desserts before 8pm to go and to eat there. We had the tomato soup, chopped salad, and the chicken salad sandwich. All were fresh and great portions. Definitely will be back! Thank you again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chopped Salad, Bakery, Bowl of Tomato Bisque
Great place to stop by and have lunch or dinner. Scallops and mussels were great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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