501 Local
501 Chestnut St, Winnetka
(224) 255-6480
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You need to visit so you can also experience a wonderful time!😊
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I actually waited for a second bad experience in a row to write this. The wait for the food on both of our last visits was horrible. Waited like 30min just for a glass of wine. $16 for the like 2 oz. We waited over an hour for an appetizer and 1 1/2 hours for burgers. No apologies from the server. Clearly not his fault though. I also told them like 3x that it was our anniversary. Did absolutely nothing. Just a pretty easy thing to recognize. So, unfortunately this place is off our list. Many other places to choose from who have it figured out and who appreciate your business. I mainly only give good reviews but had to make an exceptin.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
Salmon poke bowl was great. We were seated outside and it was a busy Friday lunch hour. Had to wait a little to order but the food was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
We came in for lunch and were greeted by a host who told us we could sit at the bar. The host was fine, but once we sat down, there was a woman (who seemed like an owner) and a bartender present, and neither acknowledged us. The washrooms and bar area were filthy, the place smelled unclean, and it looked like the weekend’s mess was never taken care of—trash on the floor, dirty toilets, and a generally neglected atmosphere.
Because of the lack of cleanliness, we didn’t feel comfortable ordering food and decided to leave. On our way out, a man holding a baby casually asked if we wanted to sit outside (perhaps also the owner?).
It’s unfortunate, because this place has so much potential, but it’s being completely let down by poor management and lack of basic care.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
The Niçoise salad was amazing, the Angus burger was good, the fried chicken sandwich was ok. The Paloma drink was amazing, the truffle fries a must. The service was wonderful we had Sarah and we love her! Would eat here again for the ambiance and great service
The atmosphere is nice, but the food is very mid. There are tons of nicer places in the area, so try them instead.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Great food great service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always a great meal and wonderful outdoor patio
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Such a good experience here. We sat outside and the patio is fun and nicely decorated. The food was great and I totally recommend the Vietnamese spring rolls, the food was all obviusly fresh and fantastic. Abraham was our waiter and he made our experience great, not only was he doting and kind he was just so pleasant to be around. Truly he deserves a raise for his customer service skills. I would absolutely come back here everyday if I could!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic food and excellent service. We've been here dozens of times and never disappointed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great service, the Owner made a special point to check on us several times. We will be back!
It was a bustling Friday night, but the staff was friendly and efficient. The drinks and food were both good. Our server was appropriately attentive. Sitting on the patio at 501 during the summer is always a great experience.
2nd time where service was very slow, not busy. Food came 20 minutes after ordering and we ordered salads and cucumber soup. So not heating. One salad was sent back, they got the order wrong. When they made another one, same mistake.
Delicious food with professional staff and very peaceful atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was our first visit to 501 Local. Everything was perfect! Food was amazing, creative combinations and sauces, delicious and beautifully presented. The ambience was lovely. Our server, Camilla, was knowledgeable, so pleasant, and knew just when to stop by. Truly a gem of a place. We will return.
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