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The Dearborn
Acanto
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Jibaritos Lincoln Park Puerto Rican food + breakfast
Puttery
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Roanoke Restaurant
The Gage
Reviews
Overall, ok. However, when they got my food wrong twice, it's a problem. The waiter was nice and made my second meal again and comped it, but when a person hasn't eaten all day, it's disheartening. I'd totally lost my appetite by then. The manager apologized as well, but that was after we paid that hefty bill. He was like, "I'm so sorry about your experience, please, come back soon and give us another try." Um....no thank you sir!
My husband and I went there for the New Year Eve dinner. The reception and the food were both pretty good, but there was no service until we were seated for half an hour. I loved the baked French cheese so much!! At the end, the passion fruit cake dessert disappointed us because the pastry team forgot to add some crackers/chips to my dish, which was a component listed on the menu (I was supposed to get it). Since all other customers who ordered this dessert got it, I asked my server what happened, and it took about 10 mins for them to get back to me. They said it's no big deal, "it's just missing the crackers on top." It was funny that the person who downplayed the issue was not me, but the server lol. I didn't get any apologies, and there was no compensation. Not the best experience to celebrate the end of a year, especially regarding the fact that the price was $120 per person, which was about the same as some Michelin-stared restaurants. I am attaching the pictures I took at the dinner - the restaurant team would know that I was not lying upon seeing them.
The food is super tasty! 🍽️ There were a few things that were unfortunate of course.. at the time we visited - there was a renovation going on at the hotel and it created some discomfort getting to the restroom, also - a lot of menu items were out as well.. but overall - the deliciousness of the food made up for all the discomfort 🥰
Went for some food and drinks with a friend on a Saturday night. We did make a reservation and highly recommend that you do. Since it was a weekend night it was loud (expected it to be) but overall good vibes.
I had their buffalo chicken sandwich and it was very good.
Had a good time and would come again.
I had their buffalo chicken sandwich and it was very good.
Had a good time and would come again.
Went here for the first time with my husband for a date night before seeing the nutcracker. Great experience all around! We shared the Roanoke salad to start which was delicious, not overdressed, very hearty. Then I got the rotisserie chicken which was moist and flavorful, and my husband had the steam frites, cooked to the perfect temperature (maybe could’ve been a little more flavorful), but the fries were great! I’m gluten free and this was no problem for them to accommodate, a lot of the menu items are already GF. Good service, great ambience. I would definitely go back and recommend!
We had a pleasant experience at Roanoke. We had a really long layover in Chicago so came into the city for lunch. We showed up right at opening and were sent upstairs to the hotel area to eat. The waitress was very friendly and nice. All of the food was good but nothing stood out as spectacular. When we left we understood why we were not allowed in the main dining room as it was full with reservations. My wife and I just didn’t get why it was so busy nothing wild about the place just solid food at a little inflated prices. I would go back if asked by someone but wouldn’t go out of my way for it.
Most of my food was warm except for the tomatoes for some reason. The food arrived quickly. A cozy place that fits lots of people
Our party of 4 was seated in the covered outdoor area, as it was packed in the dining room.. they're doing well!
We all had burgers, 2 classic 2 venison, and they were fantastic!! Fries were very nicely cooked, crunchy.
Excellent food and good service. Will return for burgers.
Highly recommended
We all had burgers, 2 classic 2 venison, and they were fantastic!! Fries were very nicely cooked, crunchy.
Excellent food and good service. Will return for burgers.
Highly recommended
Super fun experience! Friendly staff. I loved the Library course. Some of the holes were difficult but still fun! Highly recommend!
The experience here is like none other. If you want to a chill place to hang out and golf, eat, drink, and listen to music at your leisure this is the place. The fact that you are not rushed to go play right away, so you can converse and have a bite to eat was great. The drinks were very good the Puttery Old Fashioned was my favorite and next in line was the BBQ on a Saturday Night. Both were outstanding. Will definitely ne returning here sooner rather than later. Awesome place to come with friends or try to make new ones
I love their Duck Poutine and Creme Brulee. Cocktails too; I ordered a 75 Tokyo. Actually, I love everything about the Gage down to the smallest detail. They definitely deserve that Michelin star.
My waitress was Crystal. She's a sweet and easygoing lady. I hope she serves me again next time I go!
My waitress was Crystal. She's a sweet and easygoing lady. I hope she serves me again next time I go!
Always a pleasure. Great service. Outstanding fish and Wedge salad. Burgers are always delicious. Much enjoy the Hefeweizen and proper Guinness
Delicious mofongo! I loved the jibarito sandwich with ropa vieja, and the yummy garlic mayonnaise sauce. Service was great, cafe con leche was yummy, and the music had me dancing while eating!
Awesome as a naturally gluten free meal for anyone allergic or with Celiac! 🤗 both me and my sister have Celiac and we never have problems here.
Awesome as a naturally gluten free meal for anyone allergic or with Celiac! 🤗 both me and my sister have Celiac and we never have problems here.
Super fun experience! Staff is very friendly and will bring you drinks as you play mini golf. The course themes, decor, and the functionality of the touchscreen scorecards are phenonimal. Some holes frustrated us because it seemed almost impossible to get the ball around obstacles. But overall we had a blast. Ate lunch at their restaurant too and the food and drinks were fantastic. Would come back again!
Literally awful! The main restaurant looked so fun and pretty and lively. We made a reservation but were sent up a narrow staircase to what is basically a hotel lobby. Dark, bland, and uninviting. Sat next to a dark room and a table full of kids who ran around and were loud and disruptive. Our waiter was MIA 90% of the time. Our food came out cold. I got the Buffalo cauliflower and it was super cold and soggy - I mean COLD, and unappetizing. I wanted it to be reheated, but again, our waiter was nowhere to be found. By the time I was able to ask for it to be heated up, everyone else was about done eating. Our drinks remained empty and our water, gone. Literally couldn’t get WATER. Come on. Only thing I enjoyed were the biscuits. Would not recommend AT ALL.
We walked in off the street while on a one-day trip to Chicago to celebrate our Anniversary. Had no idea we were going to be treated to such a great meal, service, and atmosphere. Friendly staff that know how to read a table. The staff exuded pride in the establishment and their work.
The building is stunning and the decor is rich and warm. The heated patio was perfect for brunch. Location is absolutely prime!
I ordered medium-rare steak with my brunch which did come out a bit too medium for my preference. I do not mention this as a complaint... more of a tip for you rare steak lovers out there! It remained tender and juicy and I enjoyed it despite the temperature.
We recommend the Duck Poutine. 👌 👍 Fantastic coffee.
The building is stunning and the decor is rich and warm. The heated patio was perfect for brunch. Location is absolutely prime!
I ordered medium-rare steak with my brunch which did come out a bit too medium for my preference. I do not mention this as a complaint... more of a tip for you rare steak lovers out there! It remained tender and juicy and I enjoyed it despite the temperature.
We recommend the Duck Poutine. 👌 👍 Fantastic coffee.
My wife and I ate at Acanto tonight and we had a mixed experience. The appetizer of scallops was perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious. My main dish of rabbit leg was also very good with the pairing of vegetables adding much to the overall flavor profile. However, my wife’s lobster fusilli was way overcooked. The pasta was soft to the point of lacking texture. We had the dish remade but there was still an issue with consistency. Half of the remade fusilli was firmer but the rest was just as soft. But I will commend the manager Dan for handling the situation and taking care of our bill. He was very professional and even referred us to their sister restaurant the Gage. I gave the overall restaurant 5 stars for their quality service despite the food quality control issues.
A great local pub in the neighborhood. Plenty of screens for sports and a sizeable bar for all drinks. Typical bar style food.
Easy location, friendly staff, quick service... great little restaurant! Ordered a bit of everything and it was all delicious. The pizza empanada was interesting, and the jibarito cubano was amazing. Definitely worth visiting
Great service, great food, great ambiance! What more can I say? Tried the bone marrow for the first time was so delicious as well as the fish ceviche, melt in your mouth! The burger Wellington was something I’d never tried before (only ever had beef Wellington) but it was so delicious!
The peaches peaches peaches cocktail was amazing! The ‘how do you like them apples’ cocktail was just ok. All in all fantastic date night out! I’d come again!
The peaches peaches peaches cocktail was amazing! The ‘how do you like them apples’ cocktail was just ok. All in all fantastic date night out! I’d come again!
Elevated pub food and lively atmosphere. I really enjoyed the bison tartare but the bread it came with was a bit too heavy for my likes. The curry was super tasty although had a disproportionate amount of potatoes compared to other veggies. The prawns were super fresh and well cooked. The rice was a bit bland. Service was attentive and very quick.
Everything is DEFINITELY worth it! The Ambiance, The Staff’s “Cooper, Greg & Michael” just to name a few we’ve encountered thus far, the food, the prices. Clean & Tidy Dining Area & Bathroom!
Y’all can try the creamy mashed potatoes—it’s to die for! It goes well with anything 🙂
Y’all can try the creamy mashed potatoes—it’s to die for! It goes well with anything 🙂
Great foo! Ask for the jibarito bistec. It’s like an Uruguayan chivito but instead of bread, the beef it’s between 2 patacones. Yuca fries were great too
Love Kubo, went last night with a theater date for across the street. The crab encrusted salmon was stellar, interesting take on the Caesar salad with a beautiful salad dressing, and the fried zucchini was a little thick on breading, but it worked great. Sam, as always is a good host with his partner, and I would go there more often if I was close. good wine selection as well. thank you guys!!!
Good drinks and food. I also enjoyed the rooftop (although it isn’t much of a view). And of course the golfing is the icing on the cake. It’s definitely a nice spot to go to if you want to do something a little different.
We had a lovely time celebrating my teenager’s birthday. I called ahead to reserve a table of 5, and was warmly and swiftly taken care of. The food was delicious, the ambient laid back yet fancy, the server (Angelo) was efficient, kind, and friendly, and finally, in the end Amy, one of the owners came to congratulate my daughter and thank us. A kind touch! I highly recommend this location.
I accidentally walked in in a raining Thursday afternoon.
& what's best things to do in a rainy days?
--Indoor adults only mini golf immersive experience is one of the good idea
It's just $21/person/round.
& I have to tell you, I was shocked, it's so beautiful that I thought I walked in to a Harry Potter theme park.
The bouncer & front desk is all super nice, but remember to bring you ID, it's 21 + only.
It's also a good idea to host a company party
I had so much fun even though it's a rainy day.
& what's best things to do in a rainy days?
--Indoor adults only mini golf immersive experience is one of the good idea
It's just $21/person/round.
& I have to tell you, I was shocked, it's so beautiful that I thought I walked in to a Harry Potter theme park.
The bouncer & front desk is all super nice, but remember to bring you ID, it's 21 + only.
It's also a good idea to host a company party
I had so much fun even though it's a rainy day.
This is our second visit and we are very pleased with the service and the food. Highly recommended.
Have been meaning to eat here for some time. I'm glad we were able to finally cross it off the restaurant list. Visited during the week for 1p lunch. Great atmosphere... we were seated within minutes. Service was attentive. For it to have been a full house during the lunch rush, the food came out really quick. The drink was good and hit the spot, turn it to happy hour really quick. The food was literally finger licking good. We are adding this to places to visit.
I've been a regular at Jibaritos for some time, and the consistently delicious food keeps me coming back. Their jibaritos are a must-have and so flavorful with many different types of fillings - they are not only cheap but also generously portioned! Among the appetizers, I've loved the Alcapurria (banana dumpling) and Bacalaitos (cod fish fritter). The Mofongo Relleno de Mariscos is another personal favorite.
Ivan was our server and host. He did a great job communicating the food items and service was spot on!
My wife has a salt issue and cannot have cannot have much salt as it is a medical issue. It's always a challenge to find a restaurant who can accommodate her. The restaurant was fully packed Saturday night during taste of Chicago. You could tell they were struggling as they probably didn't plan on having a full house as they did.
Lisa's fish came out with salt accidentally. Michael didn't hesitate to make things right and really impressed us. It was our first time here we will definitely come back.
It is a beautiful cozy restaurant with amazing food and specialty drinks.
Thanks Michael and Ivan!
My wife has a salt issue and cannot have cannot have much salt as it is a medical issue. It's always a challenge to find a restaurant who can accommodate her. The restaurant was fully packed Saturday night during taste of Chicago. You could tell they were struggling as they probably didn't plan on having a full house as they did.
Lisa's fish came out with salt accidentally. Michael didn't hesitate to make things right and really impressed us. It was our first time here we will definitely come back.
It is a beautiful cozy restaurant with amazing food and specialty drinks.
Thanks Michael and Ivan!
We are staying at the Hyatt right next door and decided to check this place out. We were impressed with our appetizer. (Supplí) Although, we both were a little disappointed with our meals. The noodles were very good, but nothing special about this dishes for the cost. (I'd recommend going to Il Porcellino instead for Italian... Worth the walk)
What a neighborhood gem! Lovely space with a nice covered side patio, impeccable service, and great Filipino fare! Order some lumpia to start and be sure to save room for the halo halo dessert.
They charge customers who use credit cards a fee (around 2+% of the bill), so if you want to skip that, bring cash. We went for brunch and the food was great. Solid chicken and waffles, nicely prepared egg dishes. There was only one server handing all the tables, so they did their best, but coffee refills took some time and so did a second beverage order. They seem to struggle with the daytime vibe. It's actually really nice without the tv's on, but the music can very from sports-bar-90's-stadium-rock to indie. They need to work this out during brunch/lunch and skip trying add a sports bar or nighttime vibe.
Nice place to have some drinks and play minigolf with your friends, the cocktails are really good, you should try the BBQ one and the old fashion. The mini golf has an additional cost and just 4 people per game. Totally recommend!
Definitely come here! The tasting menu impressed omnivores and vegetarians alike.
There were too many delicious options, each with surprising flavors and killer presentations. We aren't dessert people, but both options truly blew us away.
The drinks were all winners, and the whole staff was so lovely. Everyone was supremely helpful and made us feel welcome.
It was a beautiful space with a nice variety of parties. Proxi is an easy recommendation for many many occasionally.
There were too many delicious options, each with surprising flavors and killer presentations. We aren't dessert people, but both options truly blew us away.
The drinks were all winners, and the whole staff was so lovely. Everyone was supremely helpful and made us feel welcome.
It was a beautiful space with a nice variety of parties. Proxi is an easy recommendation for many many occasionally.
My daughter and I decided to stop in and have a small meal before going to an event across the street from this restaurant. The decor was nice and inviting. We decided to sit on the patio area which was a nice setting that had a TV, candles lite and a good atmosphere. The service was prompt and friendly. The drink that I had was a pear margarita and it was tasty. We decided to split a meal of the fried chicken sandwich with fries as a side. The food was yummy and we had no complaints. The bathrooms were clean. Overall, we would recommend this place for a it's drinks, food and atmosphere.
Pretty good food in a moderately upscale looking restaurant in the downtown of Chicago. There are tables and booths but might be good for smaller groups (8 or less). There’s some steaks, seafoods, plenty of sides and delicious sweet desserts.
Food
I came with my coworkers for a team dinner so I had the chance to try a variety of sides along with the seabass I ordered for myself. First off, the fish was pretty good and the meat was soft and not dry. Bones were not a concern and overall enjoyed the dish.
The burrata was excellent and trying the jam over the bread is a must.
The fava bean hummus appetizer was good as well and is something to get if you like hummus.
The meat and cheese board is nice to pick at but nothing too exceptional about it.
We got the hearth oven mushrooms but that wasn’t very popular at the table and we ended up not finishing it.
The brussel sprouts were well cooked and pretty good.
For dessert we had the panna cotta and the apple cobbler and I thought that they were both very good. The panna cotta flavors can be different depending on the season.
Atmosphere
The interior looks upscale and is very organized and clean. I did find the tables to be a little low though. The noise level was not too loud for on a Thursday evening and I could hear people across the table. Good place to come celebrate or just have a nice dinner.
Pricing
The prices are average for this type of upscale restaurant, but a little bit more expensive if you had chosen to get these foods at a more casual place. The price was worth the food.
Service
I have mixed things to say about the service. We had made a reservation for our group of 10 people but when we arrived they had tried to seat us at 2 separate tables for our team dinner. We didn’t request this but then eventually they were able to accommodate us and seat us all together. Otherwise, the service was good and taken care of promptly.
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Food
I came with my coworkers for a team dinner so I had the chance to try a variety of sides along with the seabass I ordered for myself. First off, the fish was pretty good and the meat was soft and not dry. Bones were not a concern and overall enjoyed the dish.
The burrata was excellent and trying the jam over the bread is a must.
The fava bean hummus appetizer was good as well and is something to get if you like hummus.
The meat and cheese board is nice to pick at but nothing too exceptional about it.
We got the hearth oven mushrooms but that wasn’t very popular at the table and we ended up not finishing it.
The brussel sprouts were well cooked and pretty good.
For dessert we had the panna cotta and the apple cobbler and I thought that they were both very good. The panna cotta flavors can be different depending on the season.
Atmosphere
The interior looks upscale and is very organized and clean. I did find the tables to be a little low though. The noise level was not too loud for on a Thursday evening and I could hear people across the table. Good place to come celebrate or just have a nice dinner.
Pricing
The prices are average for this type of upscale restaurant, but a little bit more expensive if you had chosen to get these foods at a more casual place. The price was worth the food.
Service
I have mixed things to say about the service. We had made a reservation for our group of 10 people but when we arrived they had tried to seat us at 2 separate tables for our team dinner. We didn’t request this but then eventually they were able to accommodate us and seat us all together. Otherwise, the service was good and taken care of promptly.
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[Celiac - gluten free review] Delicious Asian fusion tapas place, excellent flavors. I was a bit nervous going to a new place but I was reassured before I even stepped foot in the restaurant. I had sent an email to understand what could be made gluten free on the menu and they responded thoroughly, item by item. When I arrived at the restaurant, they gave me a personal menu that had been marked by the chef, detailing what I couldn’t have and what had cross contamination (mostly a la carte). I could still choose from about 70% of the menu and we chose all dishes from the a la carte. We started with the carrot dip, they substituted bread for crudités - it was delicious and smoky. Then we had the crispy rice crepes which were delicious and my favorite for sure - they had shrimp and pork belly. Our main was the Indonesian chicken and it was so moist and delicious. For dessert, we got the corn cake thing which was good. Highly recommend for a nice dinner!
I'm particularly glad I went in the summer because they had the front windows opened and the weather was fantastic so that added to the open atmosphere. Great drinks. LOVE their truffle fries. I do recommend their happy hour very highly and it runs later than most places do which is great because I generally don't get back from the office before 6:00 or 6:30.
Really delicious tapas/fusion spot. We sat on the patio for a more casual experience, enjoying summer cocktails and several dishes to share. It's hard to find restaurants with truly unique and interesting dishes, and this is definitely one. Everything was very thoughtful and delicious. We particularly enjoyed the endive and apple salad and the tempura elotes.
We have now dined here for brunch at least 4 times this year and we LOVE it. The Jibarito skillet and the Creme Brûlée French toast is literally our go-to order, although our family members have ordered other items and loved them! The food is fresh and the service is friendly and quick! And the prices are super reasonable! A must-try!
The food lacked some flavor, being a Tapas restaurant was a bit disappointed compared to others we've visited. It's worth trying, but keep your expectations at a minimum! Service was great, sangrías were delicious, try the flight so you can try some of their flavors! Pomegranate and pear was best choice for us..
Incredible experience. I was anxious when I first entered and worried I had picked the wrong restaurant to dine with my parents who were from out of town. Turns out, I had nothing to worry about and as the night went on I became very pleased with this choice of restaurant. Let me start by saying the food was absolutely delicious. From presentation, to flavor, and how everything was cooked we were all so satisfied. Our server was bubbly/accomodating and never failed to answer our questions or tend to our needs. The ambiance and music was rather nice. And it was really fun to be in a place with outstanding customer service. I ordered Lillyana's Garden a delicious mocktail along with the salmon ceasar and hubby had a burger with fries. My parents ordered the steak with brussel sprouts and fish & chips. Everything was soo yummy! I forgot to take pics but we even ordered dessert. Toffee date cake with ice cream and the cookies were really unique and upscale. I loved it! 😍
The owner or GM came by to check in with us which was so awesome. He even offered to take our pic inside the restaurant. Overall lovely time and I will be back. I'd say this is a good tourist spot and nice place for natives to come enjoy a great evening with friends or family.
The Dearborn you have my utmost respect. Thanks for the great food and wonderful service 🥰
The owner or GM came by to check in with us which was so awesome. He even offered to take our pic inside the restaurant. Overall lovely time and I will be back. I'd say this is a good tourist spot and nice place for natives to come enjoy a great evening with friends or family.
The Dearborn you have my utmost respect. Thanks for the great food and wonderful service 🥰
Went here to celebrate friends birthdays and we had such an amazing experience. From the food, to the drinks, and the exceptional service given by all the staff. From the beginning to the end we felt very welcomed and not to mention, the food was very tasty and filling. Bar and atmosphere all around was very nice as well. Thank you
The Puttery Chicago is a bar that offers mini-golf as entertainment. 9 holes was $21 per person on a Fri night. We stopped here after dinner. Had fun playing the “winter” themed mini-golf, enjoying the comfy outdoor roof seating and beautiful skyline views. The course is the shortest mini-golf course I’ve ever played but still fun. Service was great.
Great menu! Really enjoyed the salad and the burger. Wine and cocktail options are also quite good. The cauliflower steak deserves a special shout out… my wife loves it and it is so good!
The food here is AMAZING. I very much enjoyed every part of my meal. So good. We got the club, Brussels and Mac. The Brussels and Mac were AMAZING. The sandwich was great but dang we're the Brussels so good!! I want to go back to try more. We left satisfied!
The area was on the loud side and we could have done with a quitter setting. But that could have just been the loud group behind us.
The area was on the loud side and we could have done with a quitter setting. But that could have just been the loud group behind us.
Great brunch location with fast service and quality food.
Wagyu sandwich was delicious, tender beef, and solid seasoning.
Brussels sprouts, however, were bit oily due to excess oil and choice of cheese, I would not recommend if you seek something light for your side dish.
Macaroni and cheese was on point with balanced seasoning and with good textures.
Chicken wings were a great appetizer. It’s slightly on the sweet side but the hot sauce makes the flavor perfectly balanced. Super crispy shell and tender, fall-of-the-bone meat were the highlights.
Our server was attentive.
Wagyu sandwich was delicious, tender beef, and solid seasoning.
Brussels sprouts, however, were bit oily due to excess oil and choice of cheese, I would not recommend if you seek something light for your side dish.
Macaroni and cheese was on point with balanced seasoning and with good textures.
Chicken wings were a great appetizer. It’s slightly on the sweet side but the hot sauce makes the flavor perfectly balanced. Super crispy shell and tender, fall-of-the-bone meat were the highlights.
Our server was attentive.
I don’t know where to begin… great atmosphere and service per expectations. The tasting menu though?! The starter Poached King Salmon Salad with
young coconut, trout roe and peanut was one of the best things I have ever eaten period. Let alone tonight. The true stars ( other than seeing the chef and having Andrew wave at me) were the Pumpkin & Goat Cheese Tamale
With a pasilla-piloncillo sauce and pepitas as well as the main dish of Smoked Prime Short Rib with a mole coloradito, black bean and charred onion. Mole ice cream also an absolute must. I hope to one day be able to be a diner of Sepia, their sister Michelin Star restaurant. But this was quite the introduction to Chef Andrew. I can’t stress enough how important it is to visit this restaurant if you’ve never been. Can not preach on a higher podium.
young coconut, trout roe and peanut was one of the best things I have ever eaten period. Let alone tonight. The true stars ( other than seeing the chef and having Andrew wave at me) were the Pumpkin & Goat Cheese Tamale
With a pasilla-piloncillo sauce and pepitas as well as the main dish of Smoked Prime Short Rib with a mole coloradito, black bean and charred onion. Mole ice cream also an absolute must. I hope to one day be able to be a diner of Sepia, their sister Michelin Star restaurant. But this was quite the introduction to Chef Andrew. I can’t stress enough how important it is to visit this restaurant if you’ve never been. Can not preach on a higher podium.
Kubo was fire! Our server guided us through the menu with expertise and provided us with clarity and comfortability! I’m no expert on Filipino cuisine, but the food was outstanding.
We came into Chicago for a few hours. Our kids were at a concert at Soldier Field. This restaurant was perfect, the food was outstanding, Joaquin, our server helped us navigate the awesome menu, the drinks were outstanding (Spice and Ice). The host welcomed us with a smile… atmosphere we good. Give this place a try, you’ll be impressed. We were treated like old friends.
The food is so good especially the Kansi. Being an Ilongo I could it’s perfect. Everything we ordered is so delicious. Highly recommended! The owner Christine is very accomodating that’s a big plus.
We’ve been searching for a new go to restaurant in Chicago for a while with limited success. Had some nice meals but nothing that would bring us back for a second visit until now. We had a wonderful delicious meal last weekend. A creative mix of Mediterranean, Indian, Mexican, East Asian cuisine that hit the mark on every dish. We went the a la carte route but would gladly try the Chefs Menu next time. Hard to pick the best dishes but I’d say the Mushrooms, Pork Belly, Smoked carrot dip, and Hawaiian bread top my list. But really I don’t think you can go wrong anywhere. Was able to snag a last minute seat at the counter which is always my favorite. Appreciated watching the crisp efficient professionalism of Chef Zimmerman. Knowledgeable and friendly service topped off a wonderful evening.
Second time coming here and not disappointed! Food is great (got a bit more expensive than last time). Got some good coffee and the Best Benedict Flight on Earth Trio (3 different proteins: salmon, ham and pork). Staff is helpful, know their menu. Ambience can be a bit brighter. Still a 5 star!
We came for the happy hour and tried their entire happy hour menu and quickly realize it might not be their strong suit. You must order a drink each at the happy hour. Here are the items we tried:
- tostada de boquerones (not a favorite)
- tostada de jamon serrano (ok)
- tostada de paza (not a favorite)
- patatas bravas (ok)
- cazuela de arroz con azafran (not a favorite)
- datiles con tocino (ok)
- banderilla de salmon (dry, not a favorite)
- pollo con comino (dry not a favorite)
- champinones de logrobio (not a favorite)
- tostada de boquerones (not a favorite)
- tostada de jamon serrano (ok)
- tostada de paza (not a favorite)
- patatas bravas (ok)
- cazuela de arroz con azafran (not a favorite)
- datiles con tocino (ok)
- banderilla de salmon (dry, not a favorite)
- pollo con comino (dry not a favorite)
- champinones de logrobio (not a favorite)
The food was surprisingly delicious. Some of the best chicken tenders I’ve had in the city and the Brussel sprouts were really flavorful as well!
It’s a karaoke bar, so it can get pretty loud, but it’s rather large so it was easy to find a spot at the bar on a Thursday night.
Drinks were good too, but the food was the highlight for me.
It’s a karaoke bar, so it can get pretty loud, but it’s rather large so it was easy to find a spot at the bar on a Thursday night.
Drinks were good too, but the food was the highlight for me.
If you’re looking for an upscale restaurant to come with coworkers after work, celebrating a big occasion, hosting an event, or simply catching up with friends, I believe Roanoke is the spot for you!
The list of food we ordered include: French Alexander, Boss Lady, Buffalo Cauliflower, Roasted Salmon, 14oz NY Strip Steak and ended with Chocolate Lava Cake! I can say everything was absolutely wonderful but the Buffalo Cauliflower was the best part of the dinner for us. I’ve tried this dish in other restaurants and it never tasted exactly like chicken wings, but this did! I was amazed!
The service was terrific! We had Leo as our server and he did a fantastic job helping us decide, giving us suggestions, making great pairing choices. I highly recommend asking for him if you could!
The ambiance and atmosphere gives you upscale and bougie. You could pass wearing something casual but you’ll fit right in wearing formal wear. There were people of all ages and occupations, and the dark vibes, and fireplace interior made everything perfection.
10/10 I’d come back again!
The list of food we ordered include: French Alexander, Boss Lady, Buffalo Cauliflower, Roasted Salmon, 14oz NY Strip Steak and ended with Chocolate Lava Cake! I can say everything was absolutely wonderful but the Buffalo Cauliflower was the best part of the dinner for us. I’ve tried this dish in other restaurants and it never tasted exactly like chicken wings, but this did! I was amazed!
The service was terrific! We had Leo as our server and he did a fantastic job helping us decide, giving us suggestions, making great pairing choices. I highly recommend asking for him if you could!
The ambiance and atmosphere gives you upscale and bougie. You could pass wearing something casual but you’ll fit right in wearing formal wear. There were people of all ages and occupations, and the dark vibes, and fireplace interior made everything perfection.
10/10 I’d come back again!
I came here for happy hour on a Thursday and I don’t understand how this place is not busier. Happy hour is 4-6pm and I arrived at 4:45pm and sat at the bar. The service from the bartenders was friendly and very helpful. I ordered the meatball and the cacio e pepe. Both were delicious and plenty of food for a happy hour serving. The gimlet was delicious. Definitely one of the best happy hours in Chicago right now.
I go here sometimes with my mom and have never been disappointed.The food is always fresh and the staff is nice.I reccomend the cream of asparagus.
Came here with friends and the risotto was amazing! The server was so friendly and fabulous as well! We also had delicious summer drinks. We sat outside and it was great. Inside is pretty crowded and would be difficult with a wheelchair or stroller.
What a great place for tapas! Really good menu of varied choices. I loved the goat cheese with red wine soaked pears in particular. Our server was super friendly and helpful.
Gorgeous space (indoor and out) with yummy food. I got all sides since I’m plant based, and was able to request no dairy (cheese) for all of them. Our server was very friendly and our water glasses never reached half empty with the attentive and prompt refills. My only wish is that bread was included with entrees, but it is available for purchase. Everyone was really nice and we were glad they were open on the 4th of July 🎆
Perfect place for a special occasion! And wine drinkers 🍷
The atmosphere and the decoration are beautiful
The food is amazing! You won’t find this kind of food somewhere else
They have a long list of wines but be ready 💰 ( cheapest bottle at 55$)
The atmosphere and the decoration are beautiful
The food is amazing! You won’t find this kind of food somewhere else
They have a long list of wines but be ready 💰 ( cheapest bottle at 55$)
Great food despite the price. You will leave full if you're willing to spend a bit more for the experience. The staff was very patient and nice despite it being our first time and needing some help with the menu.
Overall great!
Overall great!
My wife and I ate here on a Friday night at 8:00 pm. We did not have reservations, but they said they could seat us. We ended up at an awkward table where we could not sit across from each other. The wait or came over quickly and was almost too friendly it came off to me as insincere. We ordered two cocktails immediately and then a papaya. We then ordered 3 tapas dishes. The server twice came over and said your drink will be right here, but it took 25 min for 2 cocktails. As soon as he brought them, our tapas arrived. We had no time to enjoy our cocktails before food was on our table. The food was good, with the exception of one potatoe dish, which lacked seasoning. The atmosphere was not my favorite, but that's just my opinion. I am not sure if I would dine here again. Our bill was $93 without tip.
Really the best experience at a restaurant I’ve ever had. Every bite of food blew me away and the service was amazing. My girlfriend and I came here for our anniversary and they even gave us some champagne to celebrate. We really felt taken care of. Definitely coming back!
This is an awesome spot! Small enough to have a great time on a date or small outing group with friends, and large enough The golf is creative and the scoreboards track and follow your advancements per each hole. I would love to return; drink selection is large, and they have mocktails if you are the designated driver. Prices are very reasonable, and the decoration is fun, with several themed courses to choose from.
Good place to eat and the food was satisfying. Would recommend to order the octopus with fried tostones. Delicious!!!
Only improvement would be the service. People seemed busy and I'd wished they would have given us some recommendation regarding which is their crowd favorite or best succulent meals.
Only improvement would be the service. People seemed busy and I'd wished they would have given us some recommendation regarding which is their crowd favorite or best succulent meals.
We came here for our 20th wedding anniversary and the experience was wonderful. My wife has food allergies so we emailed them our questions beforehand and they responded with the answers in only a few hours. The food was incredible. The wine our waitresses originally suggested had just sold out, but the sommelier came over with 2 other suggestions and the one we picked matched the evening perfectly. The staff was great. The atmosphere was cozy. All and all in was a perfect evening. Thank you.
Great experience for a group! This was my first time trying Tapas and it was awesome! I would recommend each person ordering something they like, then having the entire table take a piece of each plate! Was nice! My favorite had to be either the steak or piaya! Drinks were also great, service was amazing! Very nice restaurant for a dinner out!
Beautiful place, great food, amazing drinks and awesome staff. I tried the octopus, salmon and tuna 🥰 everything was delicious and beyond my expectations. The mushrooms they served were unique and locally planted 😍 definitely I will come back here soon 💕
Atmosphere was lovely and the food and drinks are delicious. We did the wine pairing menu. Small plates, big flavor. Fusion cuisine can sometimes be a hit or miss but this was a lovely experience. 10 out of 10
Great food I decided to place an order after I got a sent from the kitchen.
Most of the dishes are decent looking and taste. But they are all small plate, not for a big feast. We didn’t go with the fixed menu with $75 per person since there are a lot of items we are not interested. Their cocktails are not bad. Service is good. Favorite of the night is the foie gras buns. Tasty and juicy.
Great food and wonderful service! Absolutely love the tempura elotes. The first time I ate at Proxi was years ago, and I've had fond memories of the elotes since--they're that good! A lot of Indian inspired dishes that were delicious. Several good vegetarian options as well.
The food was just okay, could use more flavor. The drinks were good. Old fashioned was 8/10. Would only go back for drinks not food. You should try at least once.
Exceedingly delicious. I lived in Spain and this is my favorite tapas place in Chicago. Wine is well priced
Our first time here and it did not disappoint! First they have complimentary valet! So don’t worry about trying to find parking! The service initially was somewhat slow but the server made up for it by giving some great recommendations; the pitcher of sangria, which was very good and they did not skimp on the wine! We ordered the chicken skewer, the steak skewer, the ham and cheese croquettes, their charcuterie plate as well as their Valenciana paella was delicious. This is a must go place and we will definitely be back.
Best tapas restaurant in Chicago. The food is simply exquisite. If you are a fan of skirt steak like myself, this is the place to be. The chicken skewers delicious and my wife salad was out of this world. Get out of downtown chicago, it will be worth the trip. Thank you Bulerias for a great evening!!!
Cannot believe this place isn’t absolutely packed. Great service. The food here is phenomenal. The definition of an unassuming hidden gem. Authentic, perfectly seasoned Filipino food. We tried the pork adobo ribs which fell off the bone into a sweet and savory sauce and then we tried the pancit with longganisa. The pancit was great for a snowy night but the longganisa really stood out.
Best tapas in town! Server was so energetic and fun! The food had major flavor!!! Order everything off the warm/hot tapas menu, you can’t go wrong!!!
EXCELLENT! How I have not been here previously makes me upset. Everything we had was fantastic! We ordered the Pork Ribs Adobo, Lechon Sisig and a side of green beans (with shrimp paste). Flavors are well balanced, ribs were perfectly cooked. I also highly recommend the Turon a la mode for desert. Already planning our next visit!
Food was amazing and the service was excellent! We were in town visiting friends and wanted to do a special feast, so we did the Kamayan "Boodle Dining" for 4. It was amazing! A variety of seafood and meats, rice, veggies and fruit. I would highly recommend. The staff were warm and friendly, which made the experience even more delightful.
The inside of the restaurant had a nice, dark aesthetic - lit candles, palm plants, central bar and DJ. In terms of the service, it was great. Our server Alex B was very attentive and came to check on our table frequently without overdoing it. In terms of the food, it was overpriced and disappointing. I tried the bread service, truffled burrata, Tuscan penne, tuna sashimi, and smashed and fried potatoes. The only tasty item was the bread because it had a garlic spread. Everything else was very underwhelming.
Great place! Been there ones, ordered miscal margarita at the bar. 20 minutes later bar became very busy. Many people goes there. I asked a table for one, and ordered one more margarita and duck duck sandwich. Sandwich was delicious, but because of many people at the bar margarita was delaying. Then manager CAME TO MY TABLE with apologies and said that because of the delay my order is free. This made me feel good 😊
Those people really care about their costumers!
Those people really care about their costumers!
Very cool place, very nice decoration and art. The food was great, the service as well. We sat at the bar and it was a very nice experience. The bartender was very nice and made great drinks. They also had a dj. The music was awesome.
By far the best salmon dish I think I have ever had. My wife’s chicken was a little dry, but packed with flavor. Honestly though, the salmon was so good, could have had a pile of rocks as a side and still would have given it five stars. Good job!
I don’t know whyyy this place is 4.3 star when it definitely should be a 5! Had the best best carne casera and house salad ever!! Sad that I don’t live in Illinois because I would definitely come back. (As you can tell)
Heard good things about this place and funally decided to book a table.
You would find mixed reviews of this place, and majority of people have said and I agree, place is little overpriced.
Food was decent, we ordered cacio o pepe, artisan bread trio and kale salad. Their old fashioned was also decent (def i have had better) ,
For desseet we tried choco lava and it was really really good.
I would rate them 3.5 for food and 5 for ambiance (quite unique and really chic).
Met with their chef, very humble and modest guy.
You would find mixed reviews of this place, and majority of people have said and I agree, place is little overpriced.
Food was decent, we ordered cacio o pepe, artisan bread trio and kale salad. Their old fashioned was also decent (def i have had better) ,
For desseet we tried choco lava and it was really really good.
I would rate them 3.5 for food and 5 for ambiance (quite unique and really chic).
Met with their chef, very humble and modest guy.
We had a great, “dinner tapas,” experience here. We were in the area for other reasons and we stopped there for dinner. It wasn’t busy around 5-6ish, so we got seated right away. My daughter ordered a peach sangria, which was delicious when I tasted it as I went with the classic, Estrellas. We ordered cream of asparagus to start off with, then 5 tapas for our main course, so we could had a bit of every savourer tastes that we could expect from a Española restaurant in The US. Everything was delicious, I must say. We did not ordered the Paella it is usually very filling and because we wanted to ordered a variety of tapas dishes, which we did not regret at all. Service was excellent, ambiance very authentic, we were able to enjoy the, “Flamenco” show and price was reasonable. I highly recommend this place to anyone who wants to explore another Country’s specialties. I would go back to tastes the others dishes that we didn’t order.
Food was surprisingly delicious here for a bar food. Their kitchen closes at 9pm and we ordered at 10 min before 9, but for being that late,, their food was still amazing. Drinks were great too. They card at the door and it's open seating and self service. We only got our food delivered but order at the bar and brought our own drinks to the booth. DJ was ok, but the crowd was so young it felt like a college party. Overall pretty good.
Food was above average tasting, we were just surprised by how expensive things were for what we got with the food. We got the croquetas, empanadas, sangrita, and patatas bravas. Service was fine.
Came in for lunch and Olivia was our server. She was very attentive and informative about everything. The place was extremely clean and nicely decorated with a cozy feel. The food was outstanding! We got fried chicken and fish n chips! As we were leaving we asked for good dessert spot for after a show we were headed to later on. She said they have the best desserts and to come back later. That we did. Highly recommend this place! Twice in one day and I would do it again……
Modern rustic with an old world flair. Absolutely delicious. My son and I went for dinner.
We ordered red sangria, Ensenada Casa-house salad, Albondigas Espanolas-Spanish meatballs in homemade orange honey rib sauce served with saffron rice, Jamon Serrano con Queso-traditional Serrano ham with Manchego cheese and four tomato rubbed crostini, Datiles-four bacon wrapped dates and creme Brule for dessert.
Heavenly. All of it. Salad was fresh, with subtle yet distinctive flavors. Meatballs were a lovely surprise of flavors and bacon wrapped dates were perfection.
4-5 entrées were perfect for 2 people.
Absolutely going back.
Service was perfect; prompt, and friendly.
We ordered red sangria, Ensenada Casa-house salad, Albondigas Espanolas-Spanish meatballs in homemade orange honey rib sauce served with saffron rice, Jamon Serrano con Queso-traditional Serrano ham with Manchego cheese and four tomato rubbed crostini, Datiles-four bacon wrapped dates and creme Brule for dessert.
Heavenly. All of it. Salad was fresh, with subtle yet distinctive flavors. Meatballs were a lovely surprise of flavors and bacon wrapped dates were perfection.
4-5 entrées were perfect for 2 people.
Absolutely going back.
Service was perfect; prompt, and friendly.
A tale of two sandwiches. It’s a nice atmosphere. Prices are reasonable on drinks. It took about 40 minutes to get our pretzel appetizer. We didn’t complain about the hour wait for food because it pushed us into happy hour.
Both of us ordered chicken sandwiches. One was a big chicken breast. Mine was a thin small piece.
The “guacamole spread” smelled like peas, not guacamole.
Server was good. Very nice. Overall we enjoyed it.
Both of us ordered chicken sandwiches. One was a big chicken breast. Mine was a thin small piece.
The “guacamole spread” smelled like peas, not guacamole.
Server was good. Very nice. Overall we enjoyed it.