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Tapas Valencia
Boqueria Fulton Market
Proxi
Acanto
Quartino Ristorante
avec Restaurant
Beatnik West Town
The Press Room
Sepia
Beatnik On The River
VIN312 Winery
The Capital Grille
Reviews
My wife and I had a special date where we rented a limo for the night to come to the city from the far west suburbs. We decided to include VIN312’s virtual wine tasting in our commute to the city. Warner was right on time and provided a fun and educational tasting virtually for my wife and I. We tried 5 of the delicious wines that are made at VIN312 and Warner walked us through each wine and how it was made, he taught us a unique way to enjoy each sip of wine and my wife and I really enjoyed meeting him!! We can’t wait to go to VIN312 the next time we are in the city!! Thanks again Warner!!
Great place, awesome wine. We became members after our fist visit and cant wait ro go back.
My Saturday night visit to Beatnik on the River was a delightful experience, thanks to its stunning riverside view. I highly recommend trying the octopus appetizer—it's a standout dish that shouldn't be missed. The service was attentive and pleasant, though I felt the menu could use a bit more variety to cater to diverse tastes. Nonetheless, it's possible that this is simply a matter of personal preference.
Darius was amazing to us, took care of us very well. The whole brunch experience was beyond incredible. Food presentation, flavours & portions are just perfect. Highly recommend it.
I would sell my soul to be able to always have the Saturn drink. Enjoyed the atmosphere and drinks, the food was okay. If you’re looking for a beautiful place to sit and have a few drinks this should definitely be on your must try list! If you need an appetizer I would definitely recommend the beat mutabbal or the octopus&hummus
It was a delicious dinner where the service was top notch. They had great recommendations and were always refilling water. The steak was dry aged and delicious and the sea bass was flavorful also
Came here with one of my friends for restaurant week. The atmosphere is stunning. Drinks are good but pricey (even for a plain drip coffee). Our server was curt, but everyone else was very nice, timely, and professional. The appetizers were very good but we were disappointed by the main courses. My short rib was very dry and tough to chew. My friend ordered a vegetarian dish that was supposed to have cauliflower and tofu, and received half a head of cauliflower and no tofu in sight.
Restaurant Week menu tasting
10 oz Filet cooked to Perfection! With the right amount of Flavor with Char and also done between rare and medium rare. Loved it.
Lobster bisque was a tad creamy for me but still good.
Cheesecake was good too.
Highly recommend.
10 oz Filet cooked to Perfection! With the right amount of Flavor with Char and also done between rare and medium rare. Loved it.
Lobster bisque was a tad creamy for me but still good.
Cheesecake was good too.
Highly recommend.
I enjoyed a nice lunch last year on my birthday and it was amazing. They had my table decorated with a birthday card, confetti and even a complimentary dessert. I enjoyed the food, atmosphere and service. I wish I could remember my waiter's name but he was amazing. Great experience!!
Excellent service and extensive wine list. One of the fairest priced dry aged strip steak I have found in downtown. Will absolutely be coming back next time I’m in town.
Loved the interior is such an Instagrammable spot!
However, the glass or the cover was so dirty, our table for two was in the terrace!
So our server was so mean and cocky!
Despite all the food being delisted
Also, they don't get anything from Yelp so the pics of food are outdated
I also asked if they have a cheeseburger and they said they do per request apparently cuz it's not on the menu
Overall besides the dirty windows and the server had a pleasant experience
The food was good and the ambiance/ interior was so cute
We had hummus, and Sioux don't like hummus but it was so nutty creamy, and smooth tasting with pomegranates and nuts that first time I loved it
The cruising server there is a Mediterranean
Also had an old-fashioned cocktail and let me tell you it was the best I've ever tried calling
However, the glass or the cover was so dirty, our table for two was in the terrace!
So our server was so mean and cocky!
Despite all the food being delisted
Also, they don't get anything from Yelp so the pics of food are outdated
I also asked if they have a cheeseburger and they said they do per request apparently cuz it's not on the menu
Overall besides the dirty windows and the server had a pleasant experience
The food was good and the ambiance/ interior was so cute
We had hummus, and Sioux don't like hummus but it was so nutty creamy, and smooth tasting with pomegranates and nuts that first time I loved it
The cruising server there is a Mediterranean
Also had an old-fashioned cocktail and let me tell you it was the best I've ever tried calling
Great restaurant, best food I've eaten in a long while. Service was excellent and attentive, and the wine pairing was immaculate. Food was beautifully presented as you can see from the photos, and the ambiance was on point. I'd highly recommend this place!
The menu has some great twists on some classic dishes; as a Brit I was really impressed by the sticky toffee pudding, which was simultaneously authentic yet had elements I'd never thought of adding!
The menu has some great twists on some classic dishes; as a Brit I was really impressed by the sticky toffee pudding, which was simultaneously authentic yet had elements I'd never thought of adding!
This place is so cool looking. The cocktails were legit crafted, we loved the salted watermelon mojito. Portions are pretty good sized.
Nice spot with cool ambience and fun music- not far from lyric city opera house for lunch or brunch, which is why we tried it- great views of the river. I would say staff is super friendly and attentive! They seemed reluctant to sit us without reservations on a Saturday afternoon and 12pm, which seemed weird bc the place looked mostly empty. We got sat in the room of mirrors. Very pretty! Menu is quite limited, and pricey for the options. Lots of drink options and cocktails if that’s what you’re craving! Regular coffee was $8 and a can of coke was $7, that was a bit disappointing! But it is downtown downtown, so inflated prices are expected. The sweet potato hash was delicious, lots of flavor and great texture from the roasted pepitas and red peppers. My friend said her Cuban sandwich was sadly not great- lots of mayo and lacking flavor. Overall, as expected based on other reviews! Glad we tried it
Quaint restaurant with a seasonal rotating four course menu with a great wine pairing to match.
We wanted to love this place but we weren't served our first course until over an hour after we sat down. It's also not ideal when your waiter at a one Michelin star restaurant comes by and asks "have you received your first course yet?" Our champagne was poured at least 20 minutes before the first course arrived. No one apologized for any delay even though it was obvious something was wrong.
After the first course things really picked up and we had no issues with courses coming every 10-15 min. I hate to belabor the point, but when you pay >$600 for dinner for three you expect everything to be perfect.
We sat down at 6:15p and left the restaurant at 8:30p, which seemed very long for only four courses.
The portions are a good size and everything we had was cooked nicely, but there are other options I'd like to try before returning here.
We wanted to love this place but we weren't served our first course until over an hour after we sat down. It's also not ideal when your waiter at a one Michelin star restaurant comes by and asks "have you received your first course yet?" Our champagne was poured at least 20 minutes before the first course arrived. No one apologized for any delay even though it was obvious something was wrong.
After the first course things really picked up and we had no issues with courses coming every 10-15 min. I hate to belabor the point, but when you pay >$600 for dinner for three you expect everything to be perfect.
We sat down at 6:15p and left the restaurant at 8:30p, which seemed very long for only four courses.
The portions are a good size and everything we had was cooked nicely, but there are other options I'd like to try before returning here.
This was a fun and nice experience. We found their name under the Michelin guide and decided to try them over the weekend. We were a group of nine, and the service was phenomenal. The waitress was friendly and inviting. She took the time to explain the items on the menu, so you knew what you were ordering, and when you tried the food, it was exactly as she had described it. You could tell that she not only knew what the description of the food was, but that she actually tasted the food and enjoyed it. The Foie Gras was my favorite course of the night, but the other courses were just as great. You won't feel like you just crossed it off your list of things to do. You will be happy you came.
The dry aged steak is fabulous 🤤 and the oysters are fresh and juicy. Definitely a fine dining restaurant I will pay a visit for the second time.
Had a fantastic meal here. The chorizo stuffed dates were especially good. They also have a good selection of pretty reasonably priced wines.
My review is from the perspective of a traveller not a local. We came for lunch on a sunday and the space is small and tightly squeezed. Folks kindly had to move and let us in so we could sit at our reserved seats cause its set up family style. The food is great, its so good I'm going to try to remake the polenta cause it was unforgettable! I loved the wrapped dates, so savoury and rich in flavour. The staff were friendly, but abit overbearing in certain instances, coupled with the loud noise and lack of privacy due to the close seating arrangements, it can be unnerving. Overall I would come again next time I'm in the city, maybe during a slower time
This is more like a speakeasy than a place for dinner, but the meatball sandwiches were actually very good. So if you go for dinner, there may not be enough, but if you come for a cocktail and small bites, you’ll be very pleased.
My husband had my 30th surprise birthday here and it was INCREDIBLE. We had a private room with a super cool atmosphere and the staff, food, and cocktails were insane! So good! The amount of food you get for your dollar is really good! 12/10 recommend!
I recently enjoyed brunch at this establishment.The interior decorations are not only stunning but also create a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere. If you're someone who values a pleasing environment, this restaurant is a must-visit.
As for the culinary aspect, in my opinion, it was decent. The portion size was slightly smaller than I had anticipated, but the flavors were delicious. While their brunch menu may not boast an extensive array of dishes, they certainly have some of the most popular brunch dishes.
As for the culinary aspect, in my opinion, it was decent. The portion size was slightly smaller than I had anticipated, but the flavors were delicious. While their brunch menu may not boast an extensive array of dishes, they certainly have some of the most popular brunch dishes.
Small intimate basement cocktail bar just off the main West Loop bar path.
We came for the first time and really liked their cocktails, they have a limited menu but this is more of a before or after dinner bar. We did have their crab dip which was really good and had huge chicken of crab.
Service was very attentive and for the price the cocktails were all well made. They have a happy hour from Mon - Thursday from 4-6p.
We came for the first time and really liked their cocktails, they have a limited menu but this is more of a before or after dinner bar. We did have their crab dip which was really good and had huge chicken of crab.
Service was very attentive and for the price the cocktails were all well made. They have a happy hour from Mon - Thursday from 4-6p.
I was lucky enough to grab a spot at the bar without a reservation. (I definitely recommend getting one though.) The staff was accommodating. But that food though. There was a bit of a wait (it was a busy brunch service), but everything came out hot and tasted great.
Next time I'm in Chicago, I'll make a dinner reservation and try some of the wines on their decently varied list.
Next time I'm in Chicago, I'll make a dinner reservation and try some of the wines on their decently varied list.
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.
Quartino is a must when in Chicago. The food,service and atmosphere is superb. We started with the salumi salad. We had the tortellini and pappardelle braised beef pasta. They were both excellent the best I’ve had. You can taste authentic flavors and ingredients in there dishes. We ended with the Gran Coppa Quartino dessert.
Salmon hummus unreal, very rich with a lot of olive and fish oil, came with mint. Pita seemed fresh and pillowy still with stretch (always came out puffed) and lavish had wonderful ashy smell. Swordfish mussel tagine was very good.
Pistacchio chocolate baklava came with ricotta cheese, not too syrupy. Best baklava I've had (also haven't had many).
Roasted carrot hummus was also good, came with peas and was very sweet.
Do not recommend minced lamb flatbread, much too salty and not enough variety of flavors.
Shortrib hummus was ehh, I felt the shortrib did not pair w the hummus so well.
Pistacchio chocolate baklava came with ricotta cheese, not too syrupy. Best baklava I've had (also haven't had many).
Roasted carrot hummus was also good, came with peas and was very sweet.
Do not recommend minced lamb flatbread, much too salty and not enough variety of flavors.
Shortrib hummus was ehh, I felt the shortrib did not pair w the hummus so well.
Best place by far in alll of my trip in Chicago, the pesto gnocchi and margarita pizza was to die for. Spilled wine and they gave me some extra for free! Service is truly something else.
It was worth it.
My wife and I went there for our anniversary. We tasted the tasting menu (95 dollars per person) - 2 appetizers, 1 entree, and a dessert. Everything was so flavorful. The highlight for me was sea urchin, duck, short rib, foie gras, and barbecue pork collar. Presentation was great, tasted delicious. However, I have tasted better desserts in other places.
We spent about 295 dollars before tip (tasting menu for 2, 4 cocktails, 3% surcharge). The cocktails were fantastic.
We will definitely come back here.
My wife and I went there for our anniversary. We tasted the tasting menu (95 dollars per person) - 2 appetizers, 1 entree, and a dessert. Everything was so flavorful. The highlight for me was sea urchin, duck, short rib, foie gras, and barbecue pork collar. Presentation was great, tasted delicious. However, I have tasted better desserts in other places.
We spent about 295 dollars before tip (tasting menu for 2, 4 cocktails, 3% surcharge). The cocktails were fantastic.
We will definitely come back here.
Had a an amazing evening with my party of 5 and was impressed at the 4-course meal at Sepia (we opted for the +2-course add-on). The quality of the food was outstanding and the service was spot-on. The price was much more reasonable than other comparable Michelin-star establishments and am happy to return.
The main strengths are 1) the tasty, flavorful food (be it the caviar starter or the halibut main or the raspberry mocktail, every single course was super tasty!), and the ambience (super very welcoming and we had a pretty secluded comfortable area for our group).
Overall, great value for money, I am happy to return to this fine establishment anytime and commend the staff on a great job.
The main strengths are 1) the tasty, flavorful food (be it the caviar starter or the halibut main or the raspberry mocktail, every single course was super tasty!), and the ambience (super very welcoming and we had a pretty secluded comfortable area for our group).
Overall, great value for money, I am happy to return to this fine establishment anytime and commend the staff on a great job.
I really enjoyed the meal and it's in a nice looking restaurant. we were told sizes are big enough to share but definitely not. everything was good though!
Fantastic service and food, almost everything hit the mark from what I would expect of a place like this.
Service was attentive without feeling overbearing, always there right when I needed them or sometimes just before.
Excellent wine and cocktails to pair with your courses. If you can't get a table just a seat at the bar for one of the cocktails would be worth going out of your way for.
All of the food was well presented and of very high quality. Portions were good and large enough to share a tasting bite with a partner.
Decor and atmosphere have a nice late 19th century feel to them. Lighting was dim but not so much as to impede reading the menu. My only complaint would be the tables, which have a sort of semi cushioned top that felt like I was in danger of toppling the water glass, but this was minor and didn't detract from the overall experience.
Would definitely come back, if to just try more of the cocktail menu.
Service was attentive without feeling overbearing, always there right when I needed them or sometimes just before.
Excellent wine and cocktails to pair with your courses. If you can't get a table just a seat at the bar for one of the cocktails would be worth going out of your way for.
All of the food was well presented and of very high quality. Portions were good and large enough to share a tasting bite with a partner.
Decor and atmosphere have a nice late 19th century feel to them. Lighting was dim but not so much as to impede reading the menu. My only complaint would be the tables, which have a sort of semi cushioned top that felt like I was in danger of toppling the water glass, but this was minor and didn't detract from the overall experience.
Would definitely come back, if to just try more of the cocktail menu.
Small to medium area, very warm and inviting.
Just phenomenal food and drinks! There was a little a bit of a fly problem while we dined with them but I don’t expect that is normally the state of the restaurant. My friend left her wallet at the place and we were able to recover it hours later with nothing missing. I highly recommended both their brunch and regular menu items. The mango margarita was delicious; it was sweet and spicy! The gelato was fantastic! Great brunch spot!
This place is amazing!! The interior is absolutely gorgeous with beautiful views of the river. The food was phenomenal and big portion sizes. All of the cocktails were great too! Slightly pricey but not horrible! Wait staff were all super friendly and quick
They had a really good happy hour menu, we were stuffed just from trying those out. Food and cocktails were good but felt that the chorizo dates were a tad too sweet if we had to nitpick. The cod dip with the toasted bread however was delicious
Perfect place to get good cocktails and some small plates in a very intimate atmosphere. I highly recommend getting oysters and a charcuterie board that goes perfect with their amazing cocktails. I got the Gin & Tonic, which was fantastic!
We visited here from Wisconsin to celebrate my birthday the food was soooo good! Our server was amazing! This restaurant is just overall beautiful and everyone was friendly. Thank you for helping me celebrate!!
Sepia is an exquisite restaurant that offers a memorable dining experience. The staff was attentive and courteous, and they made us feel special by acknowledging our move as per our OpenTable notes. Our waitress was very friendly and helpful, and she even shared some of her favorite places near our new home with us after our meal. The food was outstanding and full of flavors. We enjoyed trying new dishes and ingredients that we had never tasted before. The food transported us to a different world and we will be raving about it for a long time.
One more huge shout out to Erin. Best server we’ve had in a long time.
One more huge shout out to Erin. Best server we’ve had in a long time.
We went to Quartino’s as a birthday dinner. I will admit, our experience didn’t start off great. We had an 8:30 reservation and had to wait about 35 minutes to get sat. We couldn’t sit outside due to a lack of servers I believe. Inside was very hot and loud, but that’s expected for an open kitchen layout on a Saturday night.
We got sat and could immediately notice our server, Julian I believe was his name, just got several tables all at once. The manager came over and was nice enough to get us started with drinks and explain the menu while we waited. We ordered a TON of half portions. It was so much food and every dish was better than the next. I highly recommend the slider, gnocchi, clams, and mussels.
Julian was absolutely fantastic. He made sure to constantly check up on us and even brought us over a little birthday sorbet (without singing thank god). Definitely will be requesting him out next time back in!
We got sat and could immediately notice our server, Julian I believe was his name, just got several tables all at once. The manager came over and was nice enough to get us started with drinks and explain the menu while we waited. We ordered a TON of half portions. It was so much food and every dish was better than the next. I highly recommend the slider, gnocchi, clams, and mussels.
Julian was absolutely fantastic. He made sure to constantly check up on us and even brought us over a little birthday sorbet (without singing thank god). Definitely will be requesting him out next time back in!
We went here for a brunch with the girls. The the obvious of the decor is beautiful there's an indoor section and then an outdoor patio area where the roof opens the plants the seating the bohemian style absolutely beautiful. Definitely great for photos. There is street parking very helpful. The food was pretty decent. I had the chicken and waffles. It was pretty good smaller portions for sure for the price. Also the Mediterranean salad was delicious and the avocado toast. The hummus was delicious. Steak with eggs was also good and salmon toast. One of the ladies had the lamb, it was just OK it wasn't flavorful. Service was OK. Little on the slow side. Our server didn't come back and ask us if we wanted more drinks since we already had ordered one alcoholic drink while we were there. The drinks were very tasty and had a nice spike to them. We only got one round which the waiter could have definitely gotten more drinks out of us, if he came back around to check on us or ask us if we wanted more drinks . But it looked like he was the only one serving along with another young lady that was helping him bring the food out. I would definitely go back to try that dinner menu.
Great happy hour, enjoyed the oysters, cheese board, olives, old fashioned, and martini.
Big negative is the very off playlist they chose to blast at a wine bar. Unless you’re a fan of hard rap where you hear the N word every other sentence in songs glorifying trapping and gang violence, you’re going to get a headache within 10 minutes. That alone will keep me from visiting again, which is unfortunate because everything else was a 10/10.
Big negative is the very off playlist they chose to blast at a wine bar. Unless you’re a fan of hard rap where you hear the N word every other sentence in songs glorifying trapping and gang violence, you’re going to get a headache within 10 minutes. That alone will keep me from visiting again, which is unfortunate because everything else was a 10/10.
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)
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.
A classic Chicago restaurant serving modern dishes that are really elevated yet delicious. So glad I got to try Avec on my trip out here. We snagged a reservation fairly easily for this specific location (though they have another in River North) since it’s the original.
Food is amazing here and you can’t go wrong ordering any of the family style dishes. The waiter recommended each person in a party to get either two small appetizers or one large entree and split them so that what we did. We left feeling full and satisfied.
My favorites were the chorizo stuffed dates, and the truffle focaccia though none of the dishes disappointed. We happened to come on a Tuesday as well when they do half off all their wine bottles which made for a fantastic meal.
Overall this place is worth every penny and deserves the hype it has!
Food is amazing here and you can’t go wrong ordering any of the family style dishes. The waiter recommended each person in a party to get either two small appetizers or one large entree and split them so that what we did. We left feeling full and satisfied.
My favorites were the chorizo stuffed dates, and the truffle focaccia though none of the dishes disappointed. We happened to come on a Tuesday as well when they do half off all their wine bottles which made for a fantastic meal.
Overall this place is worth every penny and deserves the hype it has!
Did you know that this Michelin guided restaurant has happy hour? It does! No reservations necessary. The chorizo, hummus, cod dip, and fresh bread were all affordable and delicious. Wine and cocktails are also offered at a reduced price. It’s a win-win!
The food was excellent & beautifully plated! We started off with 3 plates of tapas (pulpo, mushroom croquettes, salad) which came out fairly quickly. To note: the salad is just lettuce & creamy garlic dressing. Not a piece of manchego cheese, boiled egg or tomato in sight! No fault of the restaurant, as the description literally details the ingredients (lettuce &’dressing) so not sure why I was surprised. It was tasty though.
The second & third round of drinks (beers) were slow to come out & the steak & egg dish took “forever”. As did the churros for dessert. It helped tremendously that the food was delicious otherwise the wait when the restaurant didn’t seem especially busy, would have been more annoying. Upon inquiry, the waiter explained the kitchen was slammed. Maybe they had a lot of delivery orders. 🤷🏽♀️
Going back to try the paella as I’ve heard it’s delicious!
The second & third round of drinks (beers) were slow to come out & the steak & egg dish took “forever”. As did the churros for dessert. It helped tremendously that the food was delicious otherwise the wait when the restaurant didn’t seem especially busy, would have been more annoying. Upon inquiry, the waiter explained the kitchen was slammed. Maybe they had a lot of delivery orders. 🤷🏽♀️
Going back to try the paella as I’ve heard it’s delicious!
[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!
Great place to get Italian. Food was well made and tasted great. We sat inside and it felt a little stuffy - might’ve been due to dim lighting. Our server Latoya had great recommendations for us when we had questions about the menu and was overall amazing.
Went there for lunch with a group of friends we had 2 pitchers of red sangria and ordered 3-4 appetizers, we had dátiles con bacon, patatas bravas, escalivada and gambas al ajillo! Everything was pretty good, the dátiles con bacon was my favorite.
We also had 1 paella de mariscos and 1 Fideua con gambas! It was really good but the portions were very small so we just ordered and extra paella!
For dessert we had churros and a carajillo and we highly recommend it! It was soo good!
Here is a photo of the escalivada, the only photo we took lol!
We also had 1 paella de mariscos and 1 Fideua con gambas! It was really good but the portions were very small so we just ordered and extra paella!
For dessert we had churros and a carajillo and we highly recommend it! It was soo good!
Here is a photo of the escalivada, the only photo we took lol!
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.
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..
Outstanding value for the food. Started the night out with cocktails which were expertly fashioned. The 4 course menus with the wine pairing was so delicious. The staff were all very knowledgeable and attentive. Can't recommend Sepia enough.
Creative takes on Middle Eastern food that’s well executed in a welcoming and refined-but-fun setting. Stunning decor, brought in from around the world, provides a unique dining experience. Each spot in the restaurant offers something to love: dark-paneled wood for a cozy, more somber evening or the bright light of a large skylight with plenty of plants nearby. Some top picks on the menu: get the baba, the Lebanese lamb feast, and do not sleep on the crispy artichoke (a word whose etymology is fascinating - look it up ahead of your meal). Arrive early for the bar, whose cocktails include both originals and fun takes on classics.
Press room had an excellent happy hour with great drinks and oysters. Will definitely be going back. It is a dark bar with great servers and a fun atmosphere.
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.
Such a great tapas restaurant! You feel like you’re in Barcelona! They recommend 2-3 tapas per person but we got 7 total for a group of 4 and were stuffed for lunch.
Everything we got was delicious, but my favorites were:
- eggplants on labne with fresh herbs
- Albondigas
- Octopus
- Tortilla (I admit I am usually not a big fan of this dish because it’s kind of basic but they did a fantastic job with it! Fluffy and flavorful)
Everything we got was delicious, but my favorites were:
- eggplants on labne with fresh herbs
- Albondigas
- Octopus
- Tortilla (I admit I am usually not a big fan of this dish because it’s kind of basic but they did a fantastic job with it! Fluffy and flavorful)
We got seated right away since we had a reservation. The broccoli and tabbouleh were good! Really filling for two people. We tried the slow cooked pork and it was good but reminded me of carnitas. 😅 Really good service. Overall, 4.5/5 ✨We were so full!
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.
Calamari was pretty good. A bit too much peppers for my liking though.
The filet mignon was tender but flavourless.
The lamb was pretty good.
Mashed potatoes were delicious. Asparagus was bland and burnt.
I personally am not willing to spend $200+ again to eat here.
The filet mignon was tender but flavourless.
The lamb was pretty good.
Mashed potatoes were delicious. Asparagus was bland and burnt.
I personally am not willing to spend $200+ again to eat here.
Terrible service, terrible attentiveness. Probably really understaffed .
mentioned my friends birthdays 3 times and they didnt even try to acknowledge it or try to put a candle or say happy birthday. Super expensive for what it is as well, so many other better middle eastern/Greek options in Chicago
The dessert was super dry, squash was sad.
Only highlights were babaganoush which is likely the best I've had and short rib. Tuna ceviche and dats were good too. Would probably focus on coming here for apps only before going out in west loop/town
The whole bill with one pitcher (full of ice) and few dips/starters + ONE main and 2 desserts for 4 people was $80 per person . Each starter itself was about $20
Really expected it to be good , just left super disappointed ☹️
mentioned my friends birthdays 3 times and they didnt even try to acknowledge it or try to put a candle or say happy birthday. Super expensive for what it is as well, so many other better middle eastern/Greek options in Chicago
The dessert was super dry, squash was sad.
Only highlights were babaganoush which is likely the best I've had and short rib. Tuna ceviche and dats were good too. Would probably focus on coming here for apps only before going out in west loop/town
The whole bill with one pitcher (full of ice) and few dips/starters + ONE main and 2 desserts for 4 people was $80 per person . Each starter itself was about $20
Really expected it to be good , just left super disappointed ☹️
Super nice indoor decor and vibe with chandeliers and plants all around.
Brunch food-only the chicken over waffles was good. Everything else were small portions and not that great! Didn't fill us up :(
Service- online booking app shows full and reserved days out however we got there and the place was 3/4 empty! Very misleading! We requested for a table at the patio and hostess didn't give it to us because it was 8 seats and we were a party of 6... no one got sat for the entire duration of our brunch!
Service and food is meh, but for Instagrammable brunch place,this spot is nice
Brunch food-only the chicken over waffles was good. Everything else were small portions and not that great! Didn't fill us up :(
Service- online booking app shows full and reserved days out however we got there and the place was 3/4 empty! Very misleading! We requested for a table at the patio and hostess didn't give it to us because it was 8 seats and we were a party of 6... no one got sat for the entire duration of our brunch!
Service and food is meh, but for Instagrammable brunch place,this spot is nice
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.
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)
This place is just amazing. The service is perfect, they have the most genuine hospitality I have come across. They are always ready to serve your needs before you even have a change to ask. The steak was just as amazing as the service. The food was hot, fresh and it arrived in no time. My wife and I enjoyed our steak and wine. It was our anniversary and we let them know of this and they did amazing job showing the love. We were treated to an amazing desert and champagne for the occasion. Would definitely come back again. Rebecca was our waiter and she has one of the best smiles and customer service. Please ask for her and enjoy an amazing dinner at Capital Grille.
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.
Such a nice place for dinner. Our waiter Tony was an absolute delight, so very kind and attentive, as was the rest of the staff. Lovely atmosphere as well and the food was great. I had the salmon and heirloom tomatoes and everything was cooked perfectly, will definitely be back and recommend to anyone wanting a great dinner with even better service!
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 🎆
This Italian gem in Chicago will transport your taste buds to a world of shared flavors! With each plate costing around $15, you can savor a variety of delectable dishes with your loved ones.
The pizza dough is a divine creation that I'm almost certain has a cheese infusion, resulting in a heavenly combination of crunch, saltiness, and flavor. Don't miss out on the tiramisu—it's an absolute must-try!
Step inside, and you'll be transported to an old-world Italian restaurant, with traditional decor that immerses you in the ambiance of another country. Be aware, though, that if you prefer a quieter atmosphere, this bustling spot may not be for you. Even at 10:30 pm, the place was packed. However, the wait for the food was surprisingly short.
Lastly, the staff here is incredibly friendly and accommodating, adding to the overall warmth of the experience. Don't miss this delightful culinary adventure in Chicago's dining scene!
The pizza dough is a divine creation that I'm almost certain has a cheese infusion, resulting in a heavenly combination of crunch, saltiness, and flavor. Don't miss out on the tiramisu—it's an absolute must-try!
Step inside, and you'll be transported to an old-world Italian restaurant, with traditional decor that immerses you in the ambiance of another country. Be aware, though, that if you prefer a quieter atmosphere, this bustling spot may not be for you. Even at 10:30 pm, the place was packed. However, the wait for the food was surprisingly short.
Lastly, the staff here is incredibly friendly and accommodating, adding to the overall warmth of the experience. Don't miss this delightful culinary adventure in Chicago's dining scene!
This place surprised me!!! Amazing, good quality, family style Italian food! The place is very charming and the staff is very kind. They take true care of you when you’re there. Bread with Olive oil, Parmesan and balsamic to start and the food just got better with time. The food comes out as it’s made and it is all fresh ingredients and hot! Added bonus being the food being very affordable and generous portions- again family style. We ordered 3 dishes and a drink and payed around $50 for everything- TOGETHER! would highly recommend and will be going again on my next visit!!
Perfect place for a special occasion! And wine drinkers 🍷
The atmosphere and the decoration are beautiful
The food is amazing! You won’t find this kind of food somewhere else
They have a long list of wines but be ready 💰 ( cheapest bottle at 55$)
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!
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!
The food was delectable & my server, Luke, was absolutely kind & gracious the entire time. I often worry going to a restaurant as a party of one that I won't get the same level of service that a larger table would get but Luke was incredibly attentive even through a remarkable rush that came in at the time of my reservation. He recommended some excellent dishes & let me know I could get half portions if I wanted to try a variety. I'd like to commend all of the staff for their calmness & professionalism during that rush at what was the end of the day for the kitchen. I will absolutely come here again next time I visit Chicago.
The only reason the atmosphere gets 4 stars is because my table was a bit close to the wall & to the tables directly to either side of mine. Due to not liking having my back to a main throughway, this meant I was a bit crowded in my seating location & couldn't easily get into or exit my seat. I didn't want to adjust the table because the only viable way for it to move was towards the main walkway which would impede the servers & bussers. As a disabled individual (its an invisible disability so staff would not have known & I didn't list it in my reservation) ease of accessibility in regards to my seating is something I regularly consider. I will likely try to return during a less busy time of day to mitigate this.
The only reason the atmosphere gets 4 stars is because my table was a bit close to the wall & to the tables directly to either side of mine. Due to not liking having my back to a main throughway, this meant I was a bit crowded in my seating location & couldn't easily get into or exit my seat. I didn't want to adjust the table because the only viable way for it to move was towards the main walkway which would impede the servers & bussers. As a disabled individual (its an invisible disability so staff would not have known & I didn't list it in my reservation) ease of accessibility in regards to my seating is something I regularly consider. I will likely try to return during a less busy time of day to mitigate this.
This restaurant has my heart. They have a great happy hour and people do not take advantage of it enough! Recommend everything but especially their paella, seafood dishes, and jamón serano!
It is worth the visit! It is a Tapas restaurant, one of the best in Chicago! The food was delicious but not exceotional. The service made the experience memorable. What i absolutely loved were the spicy margaritas which were absolutely delicious, despite the interesting twist The restaurant was busy certainly, a great sign that something special is happening. I recommend the restaurant, one i plan to visit again!
We came here for an anniversary and we’re treated incredibly well. The chefs experience is phenomenal. A well assembled series of tapas that balanced so many flavors. Boqueria is a top choice in Fulton market and one you won’t regret. We recommend their sangria as well!
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
Some may say it's the wine talking...but stop #4 on day 3 of the wine tour was easily the best stop of the weekend! We had the pleasure of making it just in time and getting a personal lesson from the founder and wine expert Warner himself. It was basically a free wine tasting class filled with fun stories, interesting facts, and of course, great wine. Personally I was a fan of the Super Tuscan. My wife enjoyed the Cab Franc. But all of us Rosé haters LOVED the Touché Rosé. Talk about a fitting name. The small feel made this place stand out from all the other over-commercialized wineries and truly showed the beauty of unique and complex wines. Not to mention you can't beat the price!!
Your friendly neighborhood wino
Your friendly neighborhood wino
Excellent Tapas and breakfast sandwiches. Amazing desserts and drinks. Did feel bad for our servers who seemed to attend to the outside and inside of the restaurant, might have been a understaffed for a busy day. But they did an amazing job and gave us drink coupons for delays in service which was unnecessary but very much appreciated. Great for groups.
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.
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.
Amazing setting but service and food just wasn't that great. Signature paella was overly oily/buttery with little flavor. Shrimp was alright but the bread just didn't quite work with the oil around the shrimp, felt like the flavor wasn't developed enough. Mushroom croquettes were also alright - they had an overwhelming truffle flavor so I wasn't a big fan. Server seemed to have an attitude with us not ordering that much but maybe I was just misinterpreting. Not sure if this just isnt my taste or if its something else.
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!!!
Beatnik was amazing !
We made reservations and were seated almost immediately after walking in. Our waiter arrived and began reviewing the menu offering a few suggestions. We finally decided to order drinks and the small plate route to share amongst the table.
Our drinks were delicious. Each one was incredibly flavourful and caught each one of us off guard. They were delicious !
Our food order came shortly after and was more than enough for the table. We also ordered sorbet for dessert.
Our experience here was very pleasant. The music and decor were awesome. The food and drinks were even better !
We made reservations and were seated almost immediately after walking in. Our waiter arrived and began reviewing the menu offering a few suggestions. We finally decided to order drinks and the small plate route to share amongst the table.
Our drinks were delicious. Each one was incredibly flavourful and caught each one of us off guard. They were delicious !
Our food order came shortly after and was more than enough for the table. We also ordered sorbet for dessert.
Our experience here was very pleasant. The music and decor were awesome. The food and drinks were even better !
I ended up posting up at the bar for much longer than I originally anticipated but had a fantastic time. Started with happy hour oysters and a cocktail and migrated to this leviathan charcuterie board and paired glasses of wine.
The Press Room has definitely evolved from my first visit, when it had just opened, but the changes are all for the better.
I was impressed by the variety of wines offered by the glass and the food menu was equally robust.
The Press Room has definitely evolved from my first visit, when it had just opened, but the changes are all for the better.
I was impressed by the variety of wines offered by the glass and the food menu was equally robust.
We had a great time celebrating Valentines Day at Vin312. We used a Groupon for a tasting and the owner allowed us to stay for a glass of wine after the tasting, despite the fact that they were kicking off their Valentines Day event that we did not buy tickets for. After the event, the owner took the time to show us their Winery and explain to us the process of how they make the wine. Very cool experience and I really appreciate the owner making such an effort to ensure we had a great time. We will be back!
A fun little place to have a glass of wine! You’re literally just a few feet away from where they make, blend, and bottle the wine.
The bar is a nice comfortable room in kind of a warehouse setting.
We did a Groupon here the other night for a wine tasting and had an amazing time. Madeline, the bartender, thoughtfully explained all of the wines and was very attentive. She couldn’t have been nicer or more interesting, a world class bartender.
We got lucky and Warner, the wine maker, was there working during our visit and he walked us through some of the process and answered all of our questions. What an unexpected and cool delight!
I haven’t even touched on the quality of the wines but would truly give every single wine we tasted an enthusiastic thumbs up.
This little place knows wine and hospitality, I can’t recommend it enough. We will definitely be back!
The bar is a nice comfortable room in kind of a warehouse setting.
We did a Groupon here the other night for a wine tasting and had an amazing time. Madeline, the bartender, thoughtfully explained all of the wines and was very attentive. She couldn’t have been nicer or more interesting, a world class bartender.
We got lucky and Warner, the wine maker, was there working during our visit and he walked us through some of the process and answered all of our questions. What an unexpected and cool delight!
I haven’t even touched on the quality of the wines but would truly give every single wine we tasted an enthusiastic thumbs up.
This little place knows wine and hospitality, I can’t recommend it enough. We will definitely be back!
Very good wine. Warner, the wine maker created such a great experience. Will definitely return. Don't snooze on their wine club!
The bar downstairs had a great vibe. Me and a few friends ended up eating outside on the patio. The food was ok. Carrots were tasty but a few of them were a bit too charred and I couldn’t eat them. The Brussels sprouts were good but had a little too much sauce. The charcuterie board wasn’t bad. The steak frites were well done when we asked for medium rare but the server was kind enough to ask us if we wanted a new one or if we just wanted it off the bill. Cocktails were good. I’d like to check out the downstairs bar in the future.
Have wanted to go to this winery as soon as they opened. Finally bought the bundle today and tried the Super Tuscan Blend tonight. I like it so much I can hardly wait to open the Cab and the Merlot. Warner is a really great guy and I look forward to going back and trying out the tasting room.