Don't get the lobster roll from Boardwalk Seafood it is such a ripoff: it is priced at $18.95 (which makes it on the high range of items at aster hall which are usually at $10 or less) but the amount of lobster they put in is very small compared to other places in town serving it so don't waste your money, it's not good value. The clam chowder bread bowl is decent. The bread is good however the amount of soup they put inside is very small again. The shaved ribeye steak sandwich is also expensive at $18.95 but altho the meat was decent the bread was very soggy. One of the managers apologized and offered a compensation. I hope nevertheless that they will improve on those items for the future read more

Yikes! That was awful! Had a bowl of "ramen". The seaweed that was in the bowl disintegrated into a soupy powder--like powdered spirulina protein mix. Gross. There were too many bean sprouts--similar to eating a salad. The cook seemed to be not in the best of moods. No "hello" or "thank you". Just shoved the bowl to me. When I asked for chopsticks he pointed at the condiment table. Last thing--no Asian spoons for the soup. I was afraid to ask the cook so just ate with a regular plastic teaspoon. I won't be returning to the Hall to try anything else. read more

Great modern food hall! You do all ordering on the kiosks (unless you have cash then you go to one of the restaurants). You can order from all the separate food places at once. No need to make separate transactions. Once you pay, your receipt will show you what spot to head to in order to pick up your food! Lots of variety for food with good prices! I ordered the edamame, miso soup, cheese quesadilla and al pastor taco the first time and it can to about $15. Not bad! All the food was good! Tasted fresh and was made to order. The Al pastor was tasty although the meat was just a little dry. The Maui soup had a lot of seaweed and tofu chunks which you don't find often so that was nice. The second day I had the Truffle pasta and for $10 it was a big size with leftovers for the next day. It had a lot of truffle mushrooms in it and was nice and creamy. Overall very please with the food court. Don't let the upscale mall scare you from going here if you're looking for quick, cheap but good food! read more

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Consistent quality with a wide range of choices. Plenty of seating, good atmosphere. Go relax upstairs in the lounge area to get away from the high traffic areas. read more

So many quality choices in one beautiful food hall! I already love Small Cheval and Green Street Smoked Meats, so right off the bat, they get points for those. I've had the lobster roll from Boardwalk Seafood Company, the fried chicken, rotisserie chicken, and truffle parmesan fries from The Rotisserie, and the shoyu ramen from Ginza Ramen. All of them were SO good. Even the ramen - I am forever in love with Wasabi's - but this one was legit, with 2 huge pieces of pork belly. Go there, order all of the things from the touch screen (because no one will judge you), collect your goods from each food stall, and enjoy all of the things. read more

This is a glorified mall quart. The high tech lines are supposed to make things easier but there is a learning curve and a guy that has to help everyone. Seating up stairs is half of a cafe setup when it's busy people are eating off of their laps. Ramen forgot to put meat in my ramen then my gf had a whole fight about having to ask for it. For 12 this is not a good experience. Desserts look good though. read more

great concept of self checkin to order food and pick up drinks 2 levels of seating - go to upper level if you need space. food was also well prepared and tasty read more

While I haven't tried every food vendor there yet I really love this place. There's great variety in food options and it's just such a lovely place to sit and eat. I'll come here between classes to grab a bite(I'm a sucker for a small cheval burger) or just for a coffee or smoothie. The aesthetic is so nice, it's clean and open with beautiful marble countertops and gold accents; it just makes me immediately happy! The staff there is also very nice, I have yet to be able to locate where to return your tray but it hasn't mattered because the minute I start looking where to put it a staff member comes and takes it for me! The organization is also great- you order at one of several stations and are then given a receipt which tells you which "vestibule" to go to to pick up your food- it really cuts down on lines and over crowding which is great! Overall it's one of my favorite places to go for lunch between classes as it's has a convenient location, variety in food options, and just a really lovely atmosphere. read more

Aster Hall - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

If I were on vacation in Chicago staying near the Mag Mile, I would make this a must stop. Several of the cities "must tries" are located in a convenient, posh food hall setup. From the au cheval burger, to Chicago hot dogs, to fried chicken and lobster rolls, this place would have something for almost every palate read more

confusing and a little stressful... but once you're digging into your meal, it's all great. you order from kiosks and pick up at your designated window. don't be fooled - that description probably has you envisioning a greasy take out counter. no - this place is gorgeous: white and stainless steel. EVERYthing about this place is confusing though. the place seemingly has little seating but if you walk the perimeter there are a lot of pockets of seating. you will undoubtedly stare at your ticket that spits out of the kiosk as you try to locate where to pick up all your food. hint: your wine will be at the dessert counter. that definitely wasn't made clear. another thing that wasn't made clear is that your numbers aren't announced. so in other words, you kinda have to hang out at each window instead of enjoying conversation with your dining companions. sinks to wash your hands are oddly hanging out between the booth seating and the "posh" condiment pumps (garlic aioli). a little bizarre. i heart the bowls/salad place. all good. all expensive. but you pay for the quality goodness. read more

I stopped at Aster Hall today at 1115. It wasn't busy so I ordered some food to go from Char Dogs. I've been there many times. Today was different. My food was cooked in a timely manner and then slapped on the counter. No number was called as the cook returned to the grill. I stood waiting for my number and after 6 minutes of the food sitting getting cool, the cook stepped back and called my number. I went up and said "This is a To Go" order and the cook looked at me like I was asking for the winning lottery numbers and said "So you want a bag for that now?" I did, but it was worth the obviously upset so I scooped up my order and left. I will think long and hard about returning. None of that was necessary. If a person is having a bad day, it shouldn't be taken out on the customer. Nasty service. I expect more with the prices they charge. read more

I think in general the customer service and attention to detail need to improve. I order from Midnight Juice and Coffee often (from the kiosk) and they never seem to check their ticket counter, as I always have to "ask" for my order. I work in the building, so I order from Aster Hall multiple times a week. most of the other food stalls have it down, but in general, the staff is ALWAYS involved in personal conversations with each other, and the guest experience is an afterthought. otherwise, the food is good, but poor service will eventually prevent me from coming back. read more

If you like a sterile, cold, impersonal environment than this is the place for you. There's no need to interact with any humans (it's all touch screen generated). You won't be distracted by the odors of food being prepared as all the cooking stations are invisible (behind little pick-up counters) and how you're food is being prepared is a mystery. As a food court, this is all court and the food is there somewhere. I would like to compliment the water station. It offers both still and sparkling and I will definitely be taking advantage of it when I'm in the neighborhood. P.S. The pastry counter is the only visible food offering spot. Honestly, surrounded by all that blankness, the items look almost artificial. read more

I want to love this place as an alternative to Water Tower but with high prices and long wait times for quick office lunches it just isn't delivering what I want. read more

Excellent choices, chill spot. Could just hang out all day! I absolutely fell in love with this place! Great people watching.

Lost Lily's is made so fresh to order. Generous portions. Healthy, fresh ingredients, yet totally fulfills your craving for comfort food. Also you must be sure to order the double chocolate and gluten free chocolate chip cookies from the Chocolate Bar - the best in Chicago! read more

Great food selection, reasonable prices, and clean. I would recommend the lobster roll from Boardwalk. You order/pay at a kiosk and pick your food up from whichever restaurant you ordered from. read more

Words cannot describe how amazing this place is! I wish I could give it more than 5 stars! This place is a oasis of all things amazing! Think of it this way.... it a mini version of the majority of amazing restaurants HogSalt owns! Nothing I've ordered has been bad. Everything has been great. I've eaten almost everything on the menu (minus the seafood options bc I have an allergy). This is a great addition to the 900 Michigan Ave building! The macaroons from the dessert bar are a must as well!!! I will continue to visit 2-3x a week! I wish I was able to visit more! read more

This place used to be great but this is now the second week in a row that Aster Hall has shorted me on food I paid for. For some reason, they have changed a dish (a salad) I always order by reducing the size by 50% and shorting me the optional items that were paid for but not put into the dish. Today they ripped me off $10 for items ordered and paid for, but not put into the salad, which I only discovered after I got home. This is not the first time. When a restaurant starts get miserly with its food, it usually means the end. read more

Aster Hall is absolutely great. The concept of how good is ordered is a fast and easy and I'm surprised you don't encounter it more often! You order at touch screen kiosks and then go to pick up your food at the associated stand. There's a lot of great options and nothing seems outrageously priced (although nothing is that cheap either). There's lot of seating and a nice clean environment. I'd recommend going upstairs where there is a fabulous view and lovely seating. read more

Excellent food! Beautiful atmosphere reminds you of France, marble table tops, big leather banquettes booths and very clean! Also great a huge variety of food to choose from. They are mini satellite kitchens of well known and loved Chicago restaurants, like the very hip and delicious " Au Cheval" which is famous for their burgers. I had the fried chicken sandwich from the chicken place...it was crispy and delicious, like something from Memphis...yum! I will definitely be going back for more and to try the tacos next time. Highly recommend! Enjoy read more

Aster Hall is the brand spanking new upscale food hall from the Hog Salt hospitality group. Hog Salt has some the best restaurants in Chicago in their portfolio. Perhaps, because of the stellar reputation of their restaurants I may have been expecting too much, but the truth be told, I was disappointed in the food that I ordered at Lost Lily's. To begin with, the ambiance is a bit sterile. All of the ordering is done on kiosks, which is fine by me. However, there is no accounting for modifications. I was able to sub brown rice for white rice in my Kung Pao Chicken, but any other modifications were not there, even in the form of a typed in message. My Kung Pao Chicken was not as spicy as I would have liked and it was skimpy on the peanuts. For a penny shy of $10.00 the portion was small, and a rather sad mediocre expression of Kung Pao Chicken, in my opinion. While the food end wasn't that at all that impressive to me, the wine selections, while small, are well curated. I enjoyed my Pinot Noir and it was served in a upscale recyclable plastic stemless glass. My thoughts are that this is a great place to get an adult beverage, coffee drink, juice or smoothie and perhaps a sweet treat, snack or a scoop or two of Homer's ice cream. Fortunately for a fast casual meal, Chicago has so many better options for that. read more

I tried this for the first time. Ordered a glass of bubbly and a healthy bowl from Grateful Grains and Greens. It was simple to navigate and the guy at the Chocolate shop answered some of my questions while I waited. Two things I missed - an ingredient list, as my DNA doesn't process oils very well and if I consume them at all, I will only do olive oil, so I wanted to know what was in my dressing. ( I always pack my own, but it's nice to have theirs if I can.) I also wanted to be able to add a vegan protein to my salad, such as tofu, or add double of one of the already included ingredients. Other than that, I'd say my experience was good and I'd bring friends there for a casual lunch anytime, especially since I have weird food requirements and they could still get other items. One thing I noticed is that I didn't know what to do with my tray when finished. I was sitting and finishing up a couple of texts before leaving and was grateful someone came to take it away. However, I did choose the table I was at because the one next to it was not wiped off - a pet peeve of mine. So, I'd say they could improve in that area. read more

What a gift to the blooming buldng!! We eat here so often, as clean ,fresh, tastes good, excellent variety,, no compromise as always at sedkoff's businesses Upgraded the atmosphere in that bldng instead of a senior citizen bldng, you can enjoy music, good food, new energy ! We love it read more

This wonderful eating hall was delicious, clean, and new, completely reinventing food courts. The food is affordable for a quick meal in the city. There is plenty of seating and lots of options for everyone, even people with food allergies or dietary restrictions. You can order your food online (on your phone) or at the kiosk. The is given to you very quickly. There was also lots of friendly workers that could help you understand how to order. Everything was delicious from the pasta to the milkshakes! If you ever are in Chicago around lunch time I would highly recommend stopping here! read more

I definitely love the vibe and experience here!! The choices are amazing the food and service is top notch! I would definitely recommend it! read more

Pretty cool experience- enjoyed the variety of Hogsalt offerings As always, rich, buttery, filling read more

I've always loved shopping at 900 N. Michigan shops and now it's even better thanks to Aster Hall! Finally, quality food at a great price right on Michigan Ave! I love Chicago. I love Michigan Avenue. Now I love Aster Hall! Don't forget to check out their amazing pastries. read more

Devon in three greens was super helpful when I was trying to decide what muffin I wanted! The fried chicken sandwich is also amazing! read more

Over priced. Boardwalk Seafood, disgusting. Ordered the salmon, so raw couldn't even eat it! Whole table spit it out!!! Don't order anything from them!!! So gross read more

Very ordinary fast food. And the hipsters running this place are just too cool to let you pay with cash. Credit or debit cards only. They are just so above having to handle any cash. Gee,last time I checked cash was legal tender. I sure won't be back. What a hassle for mediocre food read more

Fancy food court with tasty options but expensive. I made the mistake of ordering from 2 different vendors so I walked back and forth to wait for food to be ready - not relaxing! read more

I usually have the Cobb Salad at Grateful Greens in Aster Hall, and like it a lot (although it is over $14 with tax). Yesterday I thought I'd try an Italian sub at Lil' Boots. It was mid-afternoon, and there was only one order "being processed," so I thought it would be quick. But I waited...and waited. Then the other person waiting for her order asked the staff what was going on. Three employees went to work on her food. I then stepped up to the counter with a semi-scowl, and they finally started working on my sub. It was 20 minutes or so after ordering. Sheesh, so many options under one roof, and this place is practically begging people to never return. They succeeded with me; I'll never be back. read more

OMG. I really thought the food-court experience at 900 N Michigan would be above average. I know they are not meant to create great ambience or serve gourmet food but I didn't expect them to put NO efforts at all. The place was clean and well organized. No doubt about that, but the variety of food and the quality of food was very poor. No creativity there. Same junk food that you can find at other similar places. Very disappointing! read more

Beautiful space with lots of food options. The ordering kiosk was a little slow. The screens should work faster. Otherwise it was great! I'll be back. read more

I really liked this place! It is sort of like an upscale food court and the atmosphere is very nice on the 5th floor of the 900 North Michigan shops building. Instead of running around to multiple food areas trying to figure out what you can order from each one, you just go up to a small touch screen kiosk and browse all of the menus and offerings for everything. You can even customize some of the orders. You do have to pay with a credit card and i have to admit i was a little bit confused where i was supposed to insert it into (there is a little white computer mouse looking thing and you insert it into the back of it). After i figured it out the kiosk printed out my receipt and pick up number. I was there on a Saturday night and didn't have to wait but a few minutes to pick up my order. I ended up ordering the ramen from Ginza and i thought it was very good! The pork belly was melt in your mouth soft and it was pretty authentic even though it was a"food court" ramen. I was actually pleasantly surprised! I'm sure I'll be back to try the other stations. I loved that it wasn't mobbed with people since it was Christmas shopping season. read more

They obviously spent serious money building this space out, but the food could use a lot more attention. Pizza truly awful. Think Jet's Pizza that has been sitting in the fridge for a week. Gives Detroit a very bad name. The pizza at Union Squared is light years better. The taco al pastor was also lousy. Very disappointing that Green Street Smoked Meats only offers a couple sandwiches. How about ribs and brisket?? read more

I've had some good food here but just left very disappointed. Ordered the Kung Pao chicken and received a lackluster bowl of gravy covered chicken & vegs with very little flavor. Honestly the worst Kung Pao chicken I've ever had. Even Trader Joe's is way better. read more

My office is across the street, so I was excited for this place to open. It was good for the first few months. Now? Ugh, I'm not sure what happened, but its gone downhill and gotten more expensive. If I want to pay $16 for a burger and fries, there are other places that do it much better for less. Now that the Oak Tree has closed, there truly is no longer any reason to go to 900 N Michigan. It's a shame too. This place could really be great. It SHOULD be great. As is, it's just mediocre. I doubt I'll go back any time soon. Not being able to use cash is a negative too. I take all my cash out for the week, so I can stick to my budget better. read more

Had a Ramen at Ginza Ramen - The broth was very salty - fair flavor, but it was almost impossible to eat due to the excessive salt.The place itself looks clean and very nice. Great service . read more