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Emanuele Grossi

"It was a really great experience but unfortunately it was the last day of service. My first time trying onion soup and i would love to have it..."

Yana

"A favorite neighborhood spot! The onion soup, vegetarian cassoulet, and gateau Breton were incredible. Great brunch option too, especially when the..."

Daniela Tomas

"Went here hoping for good French food and wasn't disappointed. The vibe of the restaurant is very French and the food was great. We ordered the..."

Adnan Baleh

"Overall: A fantastic French dining experience without being over-the-top classy, a great option for date night or to impress. The good: Came here..."

Kyle Dahl

"Great food, very good service. Really enjoyed my meal, the onion tarte was delicious. I had the steak and frites and the fries were the best I've had..."

Ed

"The meals were great! It was not what I expected for a French cousine for the portions size. It got a great taste but still offer a considerable..."

Freddie Peng

"The lamb shank with couscous was the absolute best meal I've ever had and was the perfect way to end a long weekend in Chicago. Cosme, our server,..."

May Sigmund

"5 on 5.I only have praises for this place.I had been meaning to eat here and finally went to celebrate my birthday.This place is a little heavier on..."

Warda Shafi

"Delicious french food in a homey, unpretentious space. Would highly recommend the escargot, gateau Breton (shortbread dessert). Service was..."

Carl

"The food was soooo good. But the service was amazing. Attentive warm and friendly staff! Loved the..."

asantewaa toliver

"Really solid French dishes. We tried 2 new menu items (the Wahoo & beef Madeira) which were both tasty. Profiteroles for dessert were okay, but maybe..."

Matthew Gall

"Enjoyed Sunday’s $32 Prix Fixe Menu with Hit/Miss dishes. Brown Bag. One of a kind addictive TIRAMISU. Unusual for me to like seared SALMON and big..."

Belle Lopez

"I came to this place recommended by a friend and it didn't disappoint service was good and friendly, food was hearty and flavorful and the..."

Vero Icon

"Absolutely the best French food in Chicago!!!!!! The food and wine selection was incredible. We love going on 1/2 wine nights! Just a piece of..."

Daisy Miller

Pierrot Gourmet

87/100 (1363 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"I have never eaten food so delicious in my entire life. The hot chocolate is a spiritual excursion in one sip. The food was perfectly seasoned, fresh..."

TaKisha Hudson

"I have to say I was expecting perfection from this restaurant having read their Google reviews. However, as much as I appreciated a very polite and..."

Emily Wloch

"The pastry chef is amazing. The portions are large. I’ve eaten here twice. Enjoyed both meals. Had the best chocolate chip cookie of my..."

Kimberly Lalley

"Very high quality and well prepared dishes at a reasonable price. The service was excellent and the food was ready fast. They even offered us jam in..."

Rahi Tajzadeh

"Friendly service and delicious food. I enjoyed the quiche Lorraine but it was a little too creamy for my preference. The strawberry obsession dessert..."

Altinay Cortes

"What a fantastic little bistro. Located right next to the Peninsula Hotel, this is a go to place for breakfast or brunch. Incredible service..."

Nick Bock

"Great Experience! This place is busy but you would never know it by the excellent service. The crew works well together and constantly has eyes on..."

Elaina Berdeguez

"The baked goods were gorgeous and the staff was helpful! My favorite was the macarons!! Finally made ot for breakfast and wow..."

Candace Wise

"quite elegant atmosphere, the overall experience was good and they do have some special flavors for you to try. They have some cute and tasty bakery..."

Irene Liu

"We had lunch with our family. The staff were very friendly with smiles, and the food was delicious. We had lobster rolls, onion soup, and everything..."

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The Capital Grille

86/100 (2900 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"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..."

Wang-Chien Chen (Jason)

"Calamari was pretty good. A bit too much peppers for my liking though. The filet mignon was tender but flavourless. The lamb was pretty..."

Desi Auditore

"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..."

Jesus Vega

"My Husband took me for my Birthday. David was our waiter and his service was phenomenal!!! My steak was cooked to perfection and David was able to..."

Nicole Kumané Chisum

"Took customers for dinner. Two of us had steak and lobster it was excellent. The spicy calamari appetizer was spot on. Michael or waiter took very..."

Rick Tillman

"As expected great service, very nice location, the surprise was the affordable options they have for lunch. I had sirloin w/ chimichuri and fries on..."

Marco Mendes

"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..."

Ashley Moore

"From the moment we walked in our server Tony and every one else that serviced our table was simply awesome.. I hope that the Owner knows what a great..."

Jackie B

"I went here for a birthday dinner with friends. The food, service, and atmosphere were great. I also received a birthday card and a dessert from the..."

Sheila R

"First time at this location and was not disappointed: We came for the Lobster Mac and stayed for MIKE. Drinks are amazing; Stoli Doli is my..."

Hannah

Chez Joel

"Chez Joel is a quaint neighborhood bistro where we enjoyed a 5 star delicious meal and outstanding service! The restaurant is exceptionally generous..."

Loren Mercola

"A true neighborhood gem great for lunch, dinner or brunch. In line prices for food that arrives at your table freshly prepared. Nice cocktail and..."

Craig Brickell

"I used to work in the University Village area for close to 10 years and have been meaning to try this place out. Went there with the family for the..."

Toan Traan

"The food was amazing, and the atmosphere was very authentic and unique. The service was on point as well. I'm from Ohio but would definitely come..."

Lizzie James

"Everything in this place is amazing Ambiance service food and price five star five diamond..."

Klodian Claudio

"Excellent place. Cozy neighborhood restaurant with great..."

Anthony Pringle

"Lovely little restaurant. We really enjoyed our meal. My halibut was cooked to perfection and my daughter’s salmon was perfect. When we visit..."

Jennae Hestness

"Warm, elegant place that feels a mini vacation in Paris. The entire staff is professional yet friendly. My favorite French restaurant in..."

Jackie VanZant

"One of our favorite French restaurants! Small, intimate, great service. Nice by the glass wine selection. I like the steak fries but their seafood..."

Jim Vondracek

"Beautiful and cozy spot in Little Italy. Perfect for a romantic date. I loved the cheese, warm bread, wine, and risotto. Beautiful cream puff..."

Kristin Strom

"Amazing! Great classic menu. Best service and styled dinning room! Will be back! Chef Michael..."

Michael Mech

"The appetizers, meal and desserts were great for all six of us! Service could not have been better! They know how to prepare great food and how to..."

Mark Tiger

"Fantastic French experience in Chicago. Omar was an excellent and passionate server, he made our experience most..."

Michael Tokarski

"A great dining experience! Wonderful food & excellent service! Can't wait to..."

Susan Klein Bagdade

"An excellent place for French food ! Congrats..."

Valérie Dijou

"Excellent menu, service, and food. Plan on relaxing in a European..."

Judi Kakaley Antonietti

"A unique, intimate spot to enjoy well crafted French food. While for some the menu may seem a bit intimidating or hard to navigate, after being..."

Kyler Booth

"Loveddddd this little intimate French bistro! Definitely a new favorite. The bread with their special oil is great. French onion soup is bomb! We had..."

Emily Garcia

"Free street parking if you can find it. We found some free spots close to our reservation time. Service was exceptional. Every dish was superb,..."

Nicholas P

"Was my first time there with my wife. I seriously don't have enough words to complement this restaurant. The whole experience was excellent. Our..."

Javier L.

"One of my favorite Chicago restaurants that always makes a repeat visit on my list. The service is outstanding and the ambiance to die for. Outside..."

Michele L

"Love this quaint little French restaurant! We enjoyed the green salad, coq au vin and seafood stew. Everything was delicious. The portion sizes are..."

D MUR

"Exceptional cuisine, a charming ambiance, attentive service, and beautiful music. Very happy that I celebrated birthday here and look forward to..."

Alisha McClean

"We really enjoyed our dinner here on St Val 2023. The stand out dishes for us are the mussels & the duck. We had spent 2 weeks in Belgium this past..."

The Windy City

"We chose the restaurant to celebrate a 2 year anniversary and I recommend this venue to anyone looking for any occasion - but it definitely leans..."

Otto Man

"Great local spot with amazing French food. I'd highly recommend any special they offer, especially the soups. The mussels are also ridiculously..."

Tracy Hoffmann

Cherry Circle Room

85/100 (4444 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I went to dinnner this last Saterday night at the Cherry Circle Room and had the best dining experience of my life. First of all, the service was..."

Cassandra Hannan

"Love the service here! While the environment and decor is absolutely upscale, it is not pretentious. The drinks are of great quality and worth the..."

Lupe M. Saenz

"Can't say enough good things about this place. Ate here twice and loved it completely. The menu, food, drinks, room, service, vibe and value. All top..."

Zane Caplansky

"An anazingvokace tonsoendxa special occasion. Celebrated our 27th anniversary there last night and it did not disappoint. The food and service was..."

Thom Jenkins

"My partner and I went there today for restaurant week and it was absolutely wonderful! Our server Thomas was genial and really put us at ease and..."

Jeanie Nickel

"We went for Christmas dinner and it was one of the most relaxing, beautiful, and delicious holiday dinners I've ever had. The service is also..."

Jenn Richter

"Great restaurant. We went for my birthday. The food was amazing and superb service! I highly recommend this..."

Rosalind Ruoti

"Wow. Just incredible. From the wine to the mussels to the steak and then the Dark Chocolate Creme brûlée. This place is impressive & the service..."

Brandine Danielle

"It was probably one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had. The food and cocktails were both delicious and beautifully presented. The service..."

Laura Carlson Meissner

"Wonderful place,delicious food ,great wine selection well trained staff and fantastic interior The fact that is difficult to find adds a mistery to..."

Toni Becheva

"Great food, excellent service. The decor is fabulous. The wait staff is very knowledgeable about the dinner and drinks menu and recommended a..."

Al Schmitt

"For brunch, go directly to side pork belly. Do not pass go, do not collect $200. Then get the surf and turf salmon and pork belly benedict. Because..."

Jim Aguiar

"The restaurant is hard to find if you don't know where to go but we are glad we went. The food was excellent. The seafood bisque soup was so light..."

Tori Jepsen

"Loved everything about the cherry circle room! The service was fantastic and the food was amazing! Would definitely recommended this to..."

Chantel Southam

"My wife and I enjoyed a fabulous dinner prior to seeing Hamilton which is just a few blocks away. The beef tartare was a fabulous way to start of..."

Bruce Borcherding

"All hash browns are not created equally. The Cherry Circle Room in Chicago is part of the historic Chicago Athletic Association. The breakfasts,..."

Sara Govero

"The place is located in a very nice building. The entrance is a bit discreet and hard to find. However, once you enter, the space is really nice and..."

CHAU NGUYEN

"Why did we wait so long to go here!? So happy my husband suggested it!! The whole room is beautiful; dark wood and cozy vide. There is a gorgeous..."

Andrea

"Out of towners who made this our super swanky meal of our trip. We came in with high expectations because of ratings and awards. My wife got the sea..."

Matt Evan

"Very unique atmosphere with good food and service. When you walk into this restaurant you feel that you are walking into a movie. Very cool and..."

Farzin Motamedi

"A hidden gem in the middle of the most touristy part of the city! Hidden within the Chicago Athletic Association, The Cherry Circle Room has an..."

J F

"Wow, this restaurant was phenomenal. Truly enjoyed the brunch, everything was made with such care and precision. Also a really beautiful..."

Jen Woodrum

"Pasta was great, sea bass fry and cocktails were so so. Spent 160 on two cocktails (18 each), one pasta entree and one whole sea bass fry with fried..."

Saraf Diya

"Just was there last night celebrating our anniversary. Our waiter was the sweetest, the food was amazing (healthy Midwestern portions lol!!) And the..."

Anna Krzyzanowski

"An interesting if overpriced restaurants in the Chicago Athletic Club. Cocktails are high quality and also high prices. Their ribeye steak is $109,..."

Marco Nistico

"Beautiful historic bar, with fabulous service and great cocktail and wine selection. Loved the truffle pasta and burrata..."

Fiona Gray

"Went here on a recommendation from a server at another restaurant. We were looking for something romantic and upscale and this was the perfect spot...."

Jody Hunter

"We stopped into Cherry Circle Room during our trip to Chicago and during their restaurant week. We were immediately impressed with the ambiance and..."

Madison Yenglin

"The food and service are excellent. The food is unique, and flavorful, if a bit heavy. Make sure you're hungry. The wait staff are very friendly and..."

Cameron Moody

"Where do I begin? Knowledgeable waitress? Romantic setting? hidden gems? Amazing wine options? Great food? I will just say yes to it all. The burger..."

Don Tank

"Another "not my first time here, but first Google Review" for this place! After being absent for a few years and only having cocktails my first time,..."

Katrina Marie N-A

"I was apart of a party of 5 and we all ordered different starters & entrees so I think we sampled a large number of items on the menu. I ordered the..."

Jessica Smith

Prime & Provisions Steakhouse

85/100 (8666 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Seating

Street Parking

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

"We come here every time we visit Chicago! Both food and service is exceptional. Nathaniel was our server this time and he was not only great at..."

Dan QNiko

"Excellent food, excellent service, fun place to eat, very quick, server was not breathing under my neck like some annoying servers that don’t leave..."

Pedro Julio Mejia Garagorry

"**Update 12/2/17** Checked this restaurant out again tonight. I must admit, I had the wrong idea about this place. Our server Nathaniel was..."

Adnan Darr

"My boyfriend and I had an excellent anniversary dinner here. The food was amazing, the service was superb, and the atmosphere was great. The waiter..."

Devyn Denney

"Best steakhouse I've ever been to! Too much to point out but they pay attention to detail! Everyone we encountered knew it was my wife's birthday..."

Lawrence Man Reaves Jr

"One of the very best places I've ever dined! Our waitress was incredible & knowledgeable and the rest of the wait staff was timely & swift in their..."

Heather Vanderberg

"Myself and 11 of my friends went there for a bachelor party dinner and the whole experience was top notch. Pat O'Donoghue let the staff know we were..."

Steve Viggiano

"The food was amazing, especially the bacon & French onion soup! If you are vegan, the cauliflower steaks were amazing. Our server was extra special!..."

Toni Carter

"Perfection - greeter, waiter, food service. Would recommend this place to..."

BC Malinowski

"My Boyfriend Jose Luis and I had an amazing Valentine's Dinner there. Jessica and Kyle were just amazing. The food was delicious we had crab legs,..."

Letty Soto

"We celebrated our wedding anniversary at Prime & Provisions and had a wonderful dining experience. Both the food and the service were exceptional...."

Nicolas F. Hernandez

"Great restaurant with an amazing staff. I was in there for an open bar with some friends and the service was top notch. Especially Roxy she was very..."

Andrew Hansen

"Exceptional service and food. The steak is the best that I have ever eaten!! They are so flavorful on their own without any additional add on and the..."

Mona

"Better than expected. Kyle was our server and was very attentive, knowledgeable, not pushy, a real pro. The entire staff was always right there when..."

Andrew Fay

"I recently had an amazing three-course lunch at Prime & Provisions Steakhouse, and it was absolutely incredible! The outdoor seating was perfect for..."

Cha'vette Ware

"The entire staff from the host to our server, Mike, were phenomenal. The food was excellent and the Oysters and Old Fashion were the best we’ve..."

Linda Han

"(8/23/23 visit) Had the lamb chops + mac n cheese. Both were amazing. The lamb chops were very flavorful and tender. The mac n cheese was just the..."

Levele

"I had my 40th birthday dinner at Prime & Provision. Very lovely restaurant. I had 17 friends and family and were accompanied quite well, with proper..."

F R

"Absolutely love the environment and decor at this amazing restaurant! From the music to the dry aged bone in ribeye, this is an exceptional..."

Derrick

"dress code enforced, they didn’t let someone in our group in because he was wearing sweatpants. one of the best paloma’s & old fashioneds ive..."

Cindy Hao

"Attended the Mother's Day grand brunch buffet. Everything was tasty, fresh and plentiful. The seafood was always well stocked and replenished. The..."

Anna D

"Excellent ambiance, excellent food, #halal steak, very knowledgeable and friendly servers. The 10 oz @Prime&Provision was perfectly tender and juicy...."

The Khans

"Seafood salad(not on menu but available) was the BEST fricken salad I've ever eaten period! Yum! Go and try it nowwwww!!! Oh and birthday dessert was..."

Liv A

"The food, staff and restaurant were very good. I thought it was very pricey for what we got, but then again, it's downtown Chicago. And really..."

martey miller

"The bacon is highly recommended. The potato coquette with shaved truffle can be skipped. The toasted smores dessert was..."

hillaryb21

"The ambiance of the restaurant is sexy and classy. The details on the decor are hard to miss. We started with the house flared thick cut bacon. It's..."

Jennifer Winthurst

"Definitely one of the best steaks I've ever had. Actually, the only reason I came to Chicago was to eat a steak. So I drove all the way from San..."

Miguel Antonio C

"Great location. Valet parking is easy and service is good. The restaurant was a little too noisy and it was hard to hear others at the table talking...."

alyson marie

Mastro's Steakhouse

83/100 (3313 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"The food was great and the service was even better. Our server Stephanie made our experience the best. She was very knowledgeable about the menu and..."

Jessie Noriega

"I don’t think I could ever leave here disappointed. Service and food are always amazing and everything cooked perfectly (which is hard to come by..."

Jen Garcia

"Enjoyed excellent service tonight. The food was spectacular and Carmeen (sp?) had great recommendations and knew the menu well. Pacing was perfect...."

Kate Gordon

"I went to dinner here with three of my friends and we really had a nice time. The service was impeccable, in my opinion, and the food was even..."

Sheila Bullock Smith

"Love the place , the staff, the service. We are in love iwith Parker, he makes us feel special and love how he connects with his customers . It..."

Ronke Olasimbo Champion-Adeyemi

"My daughter and I decided to dine here after a great night at the theatre, But never did we expect such great experience, We knew coming in that it..."

Martha Sanchez

"This is the second Valentine's Day dinner we have spent at Mastro's & it doesn't disappoint! Excellent cuisine & service! Stephanie was a wonderful..."

Susan Klein Bagdade

"The food and service were exceptional. Our waitress, Stephanie, was excellent. The restaurant remembered that it was a birthday celebration. I give..."

Judy Fischer Neuhauser

"Love everything about this place! The food, the service, the ambiance! Great place for a dinner out with friends or a romantic..."

Lisa Alwin Newberry

"What a great restaurant. The steak was outstanding! The lobster mashed potatoes were unbelievable! Love love love! The Patron Cosmo - the best..."

Mary Jo Bielawski Rowinski

"The lamb chops are to Die for! Our waiter Omar was funny and very attentive. It's a must have when visiting..."

Theresa Kosty

"So it’s been a few years but always considered Mastros as my top steak house choice, Chicago and Scottsdale. One main draw was the steak on a..."

Nick Lalani

"We ate here in a large group and service was a little slow, but it was a very busy night. Venue is beautiful, and staff were friendly, place is dimly..."

Ares Olympius

"Went for my wife's birthday at 9:15pm and had an amazing time. Even arriving near closing time the place was busy but we never waited too long for..."

joseph johnson

"Some of the cuisine I've ever tasted, along with the Champagne and drinks from in they offer a nice array of wine and drinks.🍸 Omar our server was..."

Lucy A Johnson

"Food was excellent as ever, appetizer seafood tower is literally a meal by itself, chef cut ribeye came out juicy and tender, side dishes was..."

Chun Kwok Lau

"The food was delicious. The waiter was busy because they had a large party that night. The piano room is very dark. I'm used to the other side. The..."

Deric Rogers

"Best customer service in the world. The food was exquisite. Excellent ! Ambiance was very romantic ! The Scallops were to die for! Love it , love it..."

Sherece King

"my first , and hopefully not last visit to this place. the bartender was great service prompt and the food was of course amazing..."

Jon Craig

"I felt like a VIP from the moment I stepped into this fantastic establishment! Our Waiter Omar Garcia was outstanding. He truly rolled out the red..."

Paul Vetrano

"High end place with the best steaks in the Chicago area. Also the seafood is fresh and they have a large variety of oisters. We ordered the seafood..."

Nel Rodriguez

"Came down for restaurant week. It was just ok.. The service was super slow, too loud and crazy.. the gratuity was already added on the bill (..."

Gee Riley

"Perfect restaurant for a romantic evening or special occasion! Dim lighting, white tablecloths, live pianist, and simple decor. The wait staff were..."

Celeb Prettyy

"Best steak I’ve had in a long time! Mastro’s provides a great atmosphere and high quality food. The steak was to the point and seasoned..."

Felix Hallecker

"Went here a couple times - my first for Valentine’s Day and another for a birthday. The steak and the warm butter cake are a must-try. Excellent..."

Tristan Maltizo

"Had the best steak I have ever tasted. Wagyu ribeye (they were out of tomahawks somehow) and i swear to God herself, you didn't have to chew it..."

Terry Barry

"Ate at the bar for mother's day. Definitely get reservations. Sometimes you can dine at the bar and sometimes not so check at the desk. Things will..."

Roberta Sweeper

Mon Ami Gabi

82/100 (1996 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"What a delightful experience! We had lunch. The baguette was crunchy, and warm and perfectly accented by the butter and jam. The French onion soup is..."

Maureen Jackson

"We had a very nice and professional waitress (I do not remember her name, but I'm sure she will be recognized by my description). She was wearing..."

Irina Grumazescu

"Mon Ami Gabi is truly the French charming restaurant from all aspects : food quality, service, atmosphere and interior decor. All factors create the..."

Thi Thu Nga TRAN

"Food was incredible! Our server was also fabulous and very attentive and patient. We were out on a rare date night away from our son and took a while..."

Evelyn Schnecke

"I’ve been to Mon Ami Gabi for the past 20 years. It’s my favorite restaurant in Chicago. Tonight was especially wonderful. The ambience, the..."

Shauna Angel Blue (Shauna of the Star)

"Ooh là là, I was a little food drunk after we left this place! The restaurant is inside of a gorgeous building in Lincoln Park right by the lake..."

Liz M

"So mad that I didn't take a picture of the mussels or escargot. Aw man! Everything was AWESOME!! I cannot even go into details of how rich, buttery,..."

Ouiyen Chaswald

"Family and cozy spot in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. It’s a great location for a date night, or a family gathering. It gives you a warm..."

Anwar Jebran

"The location is easy to find, and they have seating inside or outside. We made reservations ahead of time because we were coming in from out of town..."

Tiffany Hielsberg

"This restaurant is a triumph of French cuisine and human experience. You want the bread and butter. You want the steak frites. You want dessert...."

Cody Harrell

Cochon Volant

82/100 (2962 ratings)

"This place offers really great breakfast and lunch menus. Really solid. You may think they are bit pricey, but for what you get it is definitely..."

Will Kim

"If you want delicious breakfast and are in the mood for a drawn out morning and several cups of great coffee, this is your place. Unusual and..."

Karim Poonawala

"Great brunch option for those who live around the Loop and are not willing to travel during a lazy Sunday morning/afternoon. The menu offers..."

Ricardo van Dijk

"The breakfast here is superb. You definitely want to try the pancakes or the waffles. The pancakes have caramelized apples. The bacon is thick and..."

Osjetta Gascey

"I came here on a whim after church last Sunday for breakfast. I walk by it all the time so finally decided to try out my first French brasserie. The..."

Ryan Sullivan

"Excellent service, food menu was pretty solid but mostly uninspiring. I was happy with the meal, but at this price point I would expect better vision..."

Jordan Bayles

"I really like this place. I've been here many times and the only bad thing I have to say is that it can be a bit loud. But the food is always..."

Ernesto N

"Scrambled eggs here were outstanding and the pancakes are delicious. The eggs benedict are not only tasty, but beautiful. This corner Cafe is..."

Julie Sanders

"Went for breakfast on a Saturday and although it was busy, we didn't have to wait for a table. The biscuits and gravy were fantastic! Waffles were..."

Steven Okamoto

"Cochon Volant French Brasserie offers appetizing Grilled Oysters and fresh Smoked Whitefish Avocado Salad, as well as a Cuban de Paris Sandwich..."

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Le Petit Paris

82/100 (1426 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"this is one of the best restaurants I've been to, the waiter-owner was captivating and made our evening wonderful, he is an incredibly polite and..."

Rozolina Patsaliuk

"Such a great find! Tucked away in an innocuous condo building is this little corner of France. Authentic, fresh dishes served sometimes by the chef..."

John Rospenda

"A small piece of Paris right here in the Windy City! Don’t go for a quick bite, but for a dining experience. The food is amazing, and despite..."

Jonathan Wong

"Love this quaint little French restaurant. Food is always delicious, and the owner/chef/server Alain is a gem. He truly does it all, so just plan..."

Dennis Akan

"This is my favorite restaurant in all of Chicago. The cuisine is to die for, prices are unbelievable. The owner/chef is wonderful! I have been..."

Michael Freilinger

"Monsieur Alain is a joy! He’s a no-nonsense restauranteur who is very knowledgeable and serious about food. He owns & runs this small old school..."

Rachel Johns

"Lovely dinner and atmosphere! Highly recommend for a leisurely evening of wonderful food with friends and/or family. Not the place for a quick..."

Diana Wegner

"First time coming here to celebrate my fiancés birthday, and I can not wait to come back! The food was absolutely phenomenal. The owner /host (Alain..."

kimberly de la torre

"This was one of the best french restaurant experiences I have had. Allen, the chef and host is a delight, very charming and excellent host. One of..."

Bhautik Gandhi

"This place is amazing. A hidden gem. Our table had corn soup, onion soup, cheese plate to start. For mains we had steak frites and gnocchi...."

Greg Brandt

"Amazing place for a romantic dinner. Host/owner was amazing. Reservations are required but very much worth it. I cant wait to go back on my next..."

Adriana Martinez

"A true gem! Authentic French restaurant with outstanding food. Small quaint cozy just like you would expect a French Restaurant and Alan the owner is..."

Terry s

"Everything was at the highest level. Special thanks to the chef for the service and unforgettable..."

Halyna Didur

"The food is excellent as was the atmosphere. The owner is a wonderful man and made us feel right at home. Would absolutely..."

Emmery Paulus

"Lovely experience even if the place is a bit dated and somewhat dark. The food was good and the service, though perhaps a bit quirky, good as..."

Daniël

"Alain sure does know what he's doing in this quaint, old school French restaurant. Food and drinks are top notch, just like Alain's..."

Kevin Boudreau

"Excellent food for a very decent price. Just play along with the waiter and you'll be fine. He'll make some weird jokes but just be nice and you..."

Zoe Alexis

R.j. Grunts

81/100 (5842 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts Visa

Accepts American Express

Free off-street parking

"The Grunt Burger is one of my favorite burgers in the city! Always consistently done medium and full of flavor. I went here with my boyfriend who has..."

Emma Sipora Tyler

"Cool spot right near Lincoln Park. Delicious burger and French onion soup. Got both and split them. Only disappointment was the homemade fries - not..."

Lauren H

"This was my first time here. The entire crew was awesome! Friendly, attentive and fun. The Baked French onion soup as well as the Chili were..."

Beth Erzinger

"Food was great but portions were kind of small, like the fried pickles were more like a side item, definitely not an appetizer to share. Chicken wrap..."

Becky Wethington

"Came here after spending the morning at the zoo. I made a reservation, but it didn't appear we needed one when we arrived. There was only one other..."

Bryan Barry

"I have been coming to RJ Grunts during the Christmas season since I was little when we would go see the zoo lights. I'm a huge fan and it's always..."

Angela Stein

"Even though we've had zoo memberships for years, this was the first time we hopped across the street to have lunch at R.J. Grunts. It had very good..."

Jonathan Douglas

"Life is like a sandwich. Fill it with the things you love & take a BIG bite out of it. R.J. Grunts is simply nostalgia. Your memories merged with..."

Molly Bernard Patoff

"Food was pretty good, was not blown away though. The wings I got were probably my favorite, very crispy and fresh. The buffalo sauce didn’t seem..."

petersonA95

"The service was amazing- they have a kind and fast welcoming and waiters are great! Also food comes really quick. Fish and chips were really..."

eylül hancı

"Another "not my first time here, but first Google Review" for this place! Always enjoy sitting at the bar. Can't go wrong with anything here. French..."

Katrina Marie N-A

"Long wait, great food, great service. Was our 2nd time will be..."

Jennifer Lara

Stetson's Modern Steak + Sushi

81/100 (1491 ratings)

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"The food is exceptional, filet was cooked perfectly and the lamp chops are to die for! Scallops and Sea Bass were all cooked to perfection and..."

Kara Cochran

"The service was excellent! I love a restaurant that keeps your water glass full! The sushi was the best I’ve ever had! Very delicious! I had the..."

Tamika Spicer-Britten

"The customer service was excellent! They staff attended to all of your needs without question and was very speedy! The food was beyond great! The..."

Becca Klumak

"I have ate here a couple of times and it is always on point. The sushi is some of the best in the city and the steaks are even better. I'd the place..."

Ryan McMenamy

"Love this place. Their pork chop is as good as their steak. One of the top steak houses I've ever been..."

Romel Smith

"We had the most wonderful anniversary at Stetsons complete with champagne and chocolate cake. Pete, the general manager, was nothing but wonderful..."

Gretchen Oles

"The food was really good, but I was completely blown away by the waiter we had. I asked for him to take one picture of my boyfriend and I by the fire..."

Laura Anne

"The food is absolutely amazing! I definitely recommend..."

Jacy Holmes

"Better than David Burke's (though scallops were tasteless), shashimi maguro& ebi fantastic. Steaks, lobster, seafoid grill, and all sides terrific...."

Pamela Davis Fernandez

"Exceptional food and outstanding service. Sushi was excellent and my 8 oz. filet was perfect. Don't pass up having the creamed corn as a side..."

Alexandra Jackiw

"Excellent food and the service was impeccable! We especially loved the cheddar cheese bread and how our water was filled even after a few sips! Great..."

Laurie Ann Smith

"Great food and very nice and friendly service . Enjoyed the beautiful onyx fireplace..."

Eva Cuper

"Best steak I have ever had!! Don't hesitate to eat here it's well worth..."

Tara Garside

"Though I no longer live in Chicago and missed the opportunity to dine at Stetson during my last visit in 2013, I will always remember my days of..."

Patt Mullins

"The atmosphere is fantastic. The service was right on par with any other five star restaurant I’ve eaten in and when I asked if they had lobster..."

Dino Soriano Sr. FNP

"Unbelievable food, great service, wonderful atmosphere. 5 stars across the board. Perfectly cooked steaks, best BBQ eel I've ever had. Absolutely..."

Jamie Beynen

"This is absolutely a must try restaurant if you’re in Chicago. Everything was amazing, the sushi was by far the best I’ve had ever, my wife had..."

john ritter

"Great experience! Pete Karczewski, General Manager engages well with customers. The food was delightful! Much appreciation to Pete for convincing..."

Muriel Jones

"Decided to do a review on this place thinking they were open. Sadly they have not reopen . Wishing them a fast recovery. I miss having cocktails..."

The Keith-Donovan Experience

"great restaurant. one of the best fillets I've ever had. Deborah was an extremely friendly server who went the extra mile to make sure the meal was..."

Peter Stangl

"Deb is amazing! She made our experience at the bar so friendly and enjoyable. She knew we were hosting clients and had everything we needed with a..."

Sarah Cafazza

"The grouper was fantastic salmon was fantastic. But Deborah was a outstanding waitress that took my order. It's because of her outstanding people..."

Betty Thompson

"After reading some of the reviews, I was nervous to try this place. But, let me tell you ---- everything was WONDERFUL. The staff is amazing,..."

Maria R

"The place is high end. Went with my gf and the pulled her chair out and everything. The place is pinkies up for sure, but the sushi was delicious and..."

Christopher Serrano

"One of the best places I've ever eaten sushi, it's fresh and has the perfect temperate. The taste and consistency of the meat is also very good...."

Aldo González Rubio

"The asperagus was awesome, great cheese on it. Also had spicy tuna roll (pictured) which was good. I was hoping for a little more flare, but it was..."

Ron D

"Simply fantastic. This is the sort of experience I look for and so rarely find. Food-wise, the steaks were generous and perfectly cooked to order;..."

Jody Raiford

"Such a delightful experience. The staff treated my husband and I like we were family and the food was absolutely delicious. What a great..."

Savanna Carpen

Outback Steakhouse

75/100 (2800 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I had a great experience at the Outback Steakhouse inside of the Springhill Suites. The service was excellent! The waitress took great care of me...."

Andrew Morrell

"While this location is connected to the Springhill suites hotel, it is independently operated. Hotel guests get no discounts or preferential..."

Naor Wallach

"It was great. The manager ty is great he talks with the customers and is very helpful. Overall it was a great..."

Salma Stenson

"Simply outstanding! The food, service and atmosphere were all..."

Steven Ohren

"Good food/drinks and great service. The blooming onion was a great appetizer. We loved it. The kookabura wings were also really tasty. The sirloin..."

Lue

"We were greeted and seated right away. Quiet, comfortable atmosphere. Our server George was top-notch. The appetizer was Bloomin Onion, of course,..."

Kevin Schaefer

"Ribeye steak cooked to order. Shrimp a little skimpy.. they did give me a large Cesar salad for a side. Very good service. Ribs were good large slab...."

Traveling Ravioli

"We absolutely LOVE coming to this Outback Steakhouse! Every time we come we leave very full and very satisfied. The service is always great, food is..."

Brandi Sechrist

"Beautiful service ❤️ excellent food! Creative food names 👌 😋 the girl that served us was very polite. I have been here many times and will..."

Macki Star

"I went into Outback this afternoon for lunch with my husband . We were craving the blooming onion and who could go wrong with steak right? The host..."

Melissa Rodriguez

"My server Eliza was the best I’ve had in all my years of coming here! She was energetic social and just full of life! She deserves employee of the..."

Taina Torres

"Savannah is hands-down the best bartender I've ever had the pleasure of meeting in my entire life. She provided the most excellent service. The..."

Kayla Gossman

"The food was great. the service was fast and..."

tango Harris

"First time eating here and it was a Great experience with an amazing server named Eliza. Made this experience one to remember will definitely..."

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Walnut Room

75/100 (2199 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"This is my first year having dinner in the Walnut Room and it will definitely turn into a tradition going forward. The tree is beautiful and the..."

Candice Brown

"Still a great classic after all these years. I've been coming here for almost 40 years. Unique trees with different colors and themes yearly. Didn't..."

Josh

"This was a bucket list experience and it was awesome. I was worried the food would be average, but the burger was great. Kids chicken fingers with..."

Chris Lesner

"This was my first time going. I’ve heard from many others that they went as a child and it’s a tradition to go every year. I had expectations of..."

Allison Tang

"This has been a favorite since I would come here 30 years ago when it was in Marshall Fields. Although it no longer has a long waiting list to get in..."

Theresa Hoban

"We had an amazing time. The food was SO GOOD and FRESH. Fast and Good service. Our waitress “Lori”, OMG, she was amazing. She deserves a..."

Aprem Yohanna

"This is a great little find! First off it's on the top level of Macy's in Chicago's downtown, I automatically thought , food court! Boy Was I..."

Yesi Maldonado

"Had lunch here yesterday and they were just putting up the Great Tree, so that was a treat to see. Only six people here at the time and we got to..."

Barbara Schreiber

"Dining at a place with so much history my family and I had a wonderful experience. I ordered the Asiago Crusted Chicken it was good. The food comes..."

Junior A.

"Fantastic vintage vibe here. Since coming here as a child seeing a different tree every season has always been a joy! Very cool looking candy style..."

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