“The food and drinks were good, though the second round of drinks took a little while to get (they were never put in...however, in the staff's defense it felt like a busy night). Once the crowds started dying down we were helped by our waiter, who gave us great suggestions for what to try next.Food & drinks: Great place for good Whiskey drinks!“
“We loved our experience at Giant! We’ve been wanting to eat here for a while and thought what better time than to go out for my birthday. My wife and I can’t say enough great things about the food, our server Bailey and the whole experience. Bailey was the best server ever! We love her and will definitely be back.“
“Territory Kitchen is a hidden gem of really chill and intimate restaurants in Lincoln Square. I love Chris and Vittorio’s dynamic and vibe makes it really feel like the neighborhood spot you can be a regular at. The food an awesome blend of Italian and German food, from perfectly cooked pastas to savory sandwiches and shoestring fries! The food is what brings me in, but it is definitely the chefs’ energy that brings me back!Vegetarian options: They are very accommodating to edit dishes for vegetarians. And make recommendations too!Kid-friendliness: I always come with with my friend and their family, they are so welcoming and fun with the kids. I also love seeing one of the chef’s young son helping out. One time he played our waiter it was so cute!“
“Stopped by on a Friday night. Wait time was about an hour which isn’t too bad (can’t make reservations in advance). The burgers are *to die for* and come with a large helping on fries on the side. The other entrees and sides looked great too. Absolute must-try in Chicago.“
“First time visit to this Chicago landmark. It did not disappoint. Amazing atmosphere where a lifetime collection of enameled beer memorabilia in an old brick building. Great beer selection of Belgian beers and craft beer and an equally impressive menu. Friendly and attentive staff gives it a neighborhood feel that you just want to go back to again and again. Can't wait for my next trip to Chicago.“
“Cocktail variety is great, tried You should be dancing, and a glass of bubbly. Squash agnolotti was much enjoyed as was the Gnocchi Parisienne. They nicely provided a delicious side of bread, when asked. Fun vibe, sat at the Bar, will visit again when back in the city“
“My first time trying this place was for lunch today and it was such a good experience! The host was very welcoming and kind, and so was my server. I tried a blueberry bourbon drink that was amazing, and had a bowl of the chili mac that was even better. I had a lovely time and can’t wait to come back!“
“This place was awesome for drinks and food! drinks are great and they refill bottomless mimosas frequently. Only thing is do Not get the biscuits and gravy, can’t taste anything other than onions in it, a little odd. All other food was amazing. Would recommend“
“Easily the best dive bar in Avondale. Their food is incredible, (get the fried pickles,) and very affordable. Very solid drink menu and the staff is super friendly. If you go for trivia, (which you should if you like bar trivia, this place was great,) make sure you get there at least 30 minutes early because it will fill up. Love this place“
“Great place and a great addition to the neighborhood. I’ve been here a few times now and enjoyed everything I’ve had. Great cocktails too. The couple that opened it are wonderful people. The staff and owners are super friendly and attentive.“
“Was here randomly on a Sunday because I knew the previous bar that was here and lemme tell ya this new spot is a huge improvement! Don’t hesitate definitely order the lobster corndogs soooo good and unique. Also don’t sleep on the mussels the butter sauce is so good. 2nd best mussels in the city in my opinion and they hook it up great portion. This place is a great addition to Wicker. Causal atmosphere with elevated food!“
“We had a really nice dinner here a couple days before Christmas. It has a really cozy neighborhood feel and the waiter was super nice. They have a daily happy hour which was awesome, we got mussels and cocktail shrimp for a really good price. It is very family friendly, they were very kind to our toddler. The best thing we ate there among many good things was the apple galette dessert, it was amazing.“
“Came here on New Years Eve after a Google search in the area....thank you Google! The food, the service and everything was so good! We had the big charcuterie board for our appetizer and it was delicious. For our mains, we had the nachos (huge), the scallops, pork belly, salmon burger and grilled cheese. Everyone loved the food and we all left happy! If you're in the area, stop here, you won't be disappointed!“
“Stopping in on the whim we got lucky and found a gem. We googled somewhere to eat and this place poped up. Im glad it did. I tried the best lamb burger and fries ? and they are A1. I will be going back in the near future. And check out their “
“the owner jun is so nice, helpful, and funny! it's a great bar to socialize as well as eat and drink. i would come here every day if i could!i got the bulgogi burger and it was delicious- just a heads up if you do get it, it's not a typical 'burger' patty, it's literally bulgogi- but it's so flavorful and unique it's such a good item to try! the fried egg was so good on it...another good item is the bulgogi tacos they come with kimchi on them (so good)also the drinks are strong! i suggest getting the green apple soju (yum)TLDR; come to BDG, not just to drink and socialize, but also to try the delicious food!Vegetarian options: burger made with portabello mushrooms, veggie soup, etc“
“Pleasantly surprised by this place located on Bryn Mawr between Kedzie and Kimball. The initial impression was that the prices on the menu seemed a bit high given its location. And some dishes like hummus plate, which consisted of cut up carrots and cucumber with pita bread and a large spoonful of hummus, was not worthwhile at $14. Same goes for a bowl of Irish cabbage soup for $10. Having said, other items like chicken wings and burgers were quite delicious and were worth paying little more for them. Given their great beer selection and wonderful cocktails, it is worth a visit.“
“The food is consistently very good & fresh. The burgers are smaller than they used to be & more than a little pricey. The shrimp cocktail is very tasty with horseradish in the sauce. The french fries & coleslaw are also really good too.“
Bar & Grill • $$
“My first visit there. Saw promo on TV. However, I was not aware that there was a cover charge. I assume coverage for the live entertainment. I enjoyed both the Irish band music and the Trinity Children Dancers. The food was right on point! Authentic Irish corn beef/cabbage. It was a bit crowded and noisy, but that was to be expected--it was St. Patrick's Day!“
“The Cauldron was one of the bars I was really intrigued to visit. It has such a unique concept and I loved how there wasn't anything like it back home. We didn't make a reservation due to the $20 fee online to make one and good thing we didn't! We were able to walk in and snag a table and enjoy our night, no charge added. We ordered the Phoenix Feather and loved how it tasted! We had a deck of cards so we played a couple games and enjoyed our drink of the night. We also had the Chicago City Pass so everything came out to only $8! Such a steal! You can also do a mixing class in a separate room which we wanted to do but it didn't work with our itinerary. So make sure to also check that out!“
“So the food was good but we were disappointed that the salud style tacos didn’t come on blue masa tortilla like it said on the menu and they were unfortunately out of the Empanadas De Yuca which was the thing we were the most looking forward too.Also we were not served any rice or beans which I’m not sure if that is still a thing here but on the menu I have it said this.I definitely recommend the fried Elote it was absolutely amazing an I would definitely get it again.Drinks were good definitely recommend the lavender mojitos and the Mexican mule drink.“
“This place is absolutely a must when going to events at the UC. Showed up there with a large party with no reservations and the GM assured us he would make it work. After waiting for 5 minutes , he had a table for us. Team was friendly, food was beyond fast and very delicious. Staff checked in us frequently despite being understaffed and very busy. On top of this great service , they offered a FREE shuttle to the UC and provided a generous discount on parking validation. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“
“On this night we chose Legno for dinner and what a great choice! We have been to Legno’s numerous times before, it’s just right we review as one of my faves.The place is beautifully done, with dark woods and a warm decor. They have a very well stocked bar, great menu, a private event room and even their own microbrewery.As we walked in, we immediately heard the local artist singing some lovely tunes. It was so nice to be serenaded while enjoying a beautiful meal.The food was amazing as usual. Fresh and tasty high quality ingredients made every meal smooth and delightful.We ordered the Chicken Parm, Legno Mac n Cheese and the Barbecue ribs. The Chicken as well balanced and moist. The Mac was plentiful and full of flavor. The ribs were a full slab, ball off the bone and delicious. It came with home made potatoes fries. Simply delicious!I ordered a Flying Dog Gonzo to pair it all and chased that with some shared Crème Brûlée since we were full from the meal.Over all, we had a great meal, with a great serenade at a beautiful place.Highly recommend it and if you want music, come by on a Friday.See you here!“
“Commonwealth is a really fun place to watch sports. They have TV's in every direction. Matt was very gracious to us and made sure we had a great experience. Our waitress was top notch as well. Will definitely go back and highly recommend checking it out. They have a pretty good beer selection and the food was very tasty.“
“Went here on Valentine's Day with my boyfriend, and we were able to make reservations the night before. Great service and accommodations for the busy evening! We both ordered beers, and the food was fantastic. I got the chicken piccata, and he ordered the bacon burger. We both had the Chipotle mayo on the side that added a great twist to both meals. Splitting the two was a great idea. I like the open concept of the restaurant as one side is a bar and the other is more centered around dining. I'd definitely make my way back here when I'm in the area. Totally recommend!“
“I had my 60th birthday party at Burke's. It was awesome! We had the party room and it worked great. We NEVER had to ask for food to be brought out as they kept up with it all and replenished as needed. We had a dedicated bartender who was great. The staff were constantly clearing plates and glasses through our 3 hours there. Such a great place and such great staff!“
“Gideon Welles stands as a beacon of exceptional hospitality and culinary delight. From the moment you step through the door, you're enveloped in an atmosphere of warmth and genuine care.The staff at Gideon Welles goes above and beyond to ensure every guest feels not just welcome, but truly cherished. Their attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction is unparalleled. Whether it's a friendly smile, a personalized recommendation, or anticipating your needs before you even realize them, the team at Gideon Welles sets the standard for outstanding service.“
“Great place and time! Our waitress was very attentive but Jeanine was fantastic! She came by multiple times to check on, talk to us and ensure everything was going well.Love Emerson’s! Outside of the price of the bourbon, it was a little high at $16 a piece for Basil Hayden and no anejo tequila, no complaints at all!We will definitely be back but bourbon is off the menu.“
Gastropubs • $$
“We have taken several tour groups to Hangar Two by Tangled Roots Brewing Co. The food is amazing and the staff is friendly and extremely professional. We love a venue that we can trust with our clients. We plan to bring many more groups. Thank you to Caryn Z. Shulman and Earnest for treating our group as if it were your own family!“
“Restaurant was open and bright with a nice fireplace and great looking bar. Our server was prompt and knowledgeable when we asked about entrees. The crab cake and the short ribs were delicious. The butter cake was very good also. We enjoyed our evening and will definitely add the Lawn to our dining list.“
“I came for the Latin dancing which was surprisingly good here. Plenty of beautiful and capable follows to choose from (though maybe skewing toward the older side which is fine for me in my 50s). Only criticism is the dance floor that wraps around the bar can get a little tight, especially if the people at the bar aren’t aware of the dancing around them.“
“Great last minute meet up spot!!! I ordered one of my favorite signature cocktails ?…a more perfect GIN martini ?….I was personally served and delightfully impressed with the owner of STORMY’s… maybe ? it was the great company I met up with there… I had a pizza! Great!!! I would say if you’re ever in this neck of woods… drop in and stay a while!!! ????????“
Gastropubs • $$
“Solid breakfast that uses pretty nice ingredients from bread to eggs to bacon. Coffee is best I've had at an airport. It's $4 but you get a refill and they give you real half & half. Service is pretty good. My guy was hit and miss. The location is good as you can generally look out the windows while eating. I considered the Cubs Restaurant before I passed on it. That place was dark and too sports-y and not very inviting. This will be my go-to breakfast when I go through ORD from now on. Prices are insane of course but this place is not any more expensive than any other sit-down.“
“I love the hamburgers and beer here. The staff is very friendly and the place is always clean. It has a fun vibe. I once took a first date here because of the environment and service. We had a great time. We both had delicious hamburgers and beers. Definitely recommend.Parking: Parking is limited to street parking on busy lake street. I would be happy finding a spot within 2 blocks and walking the remainder if needed.“
“We LOVED this place. It’s just what a neighborhood bar should be but so much more. All of the food that we ordered was absolutely great, the portions were large and the price was right. Our server was Jessica and she was on top of everything. We order the potato skins and wings. Both were great. We then ordered Philly cheesesteaks, both chicken and steak and the steak burrito. Again, all were great! This is the kind of place that every neighborhood should have. Great food, great atmosphere, great service and all at a great price! We will be back!“