Didn't know what to expect for this cocktail bar. The staff from the doorman to the server, Zee was…read morethe name I believe, were all great to deal with. Good place for low chill vibes and to get away from the younger bars Naperville has. Will be back.

It's hard to define The Northcott Liquorette. It's a bar but it's not a traditional American bar…read morewith TVs and comfort snack foods. It's not a bar with bad lighting and music. It's not a restaurant because you wouldn't just come here for the food although the food is good. It's close to a lounge I would say but again not exactly a lounge either. In any case it's a great place to hang out with a friend or friends or a date . The cocktails are made well and well thought out. They are not your traditional cocktails you find everywhere and I love an original place with unique ideas. Make a reservation, be on time, order a dish and a few drinks and enjoy yourself.

Altavida is a new addition to the downtown Naperville area as they have only been open for 3 weeks…read more It has taken over The Craftsman building which offers three floors. Altavida's concepts for the three levels are Publico, Rumba, and Altura. Publico (1st Flr)- A South American fusion of food and drinks that will be rotating. The cocktails will be more tequila and mezcal based and food will be subtly rotated based on trends happening in South America. The food menu currently offers tapas, empanadas, ceviche, guacamoles, larger format meat/seafood entrees, and more. They will have a front of our bar as well as a back bar that will specialize in more coffees/coffee cocktails. Rumba (2nd Flr)- The entertainment floor! There is a separate bar on this floor that will specialize in more Rum based cocktails. Additionally, they will have a wine bar area with wines in tap. Lastly, they will have an open area for live music as well as dancing. Their hope is to have a mix of jazz, club music, salsa dancing options available. Altura (3rd Flr)- This floor is still under construction but will have a rooftop patio. The hope is that this space will be an event space both for public and private events. Back to my experience! My partner and I stopped in for a cocktail and to see what Altavida was about. Our first bartender was very nice but was still getting used to the drink recipes and was leaning on their cheat sheets. While we waited, another bartender kindly told us all about the restaurant and its focus on hospitality. Unfortunately, each bartender had a slightly different explanation of the restaurant's goal concepts which was confusing. We ended up ordering the El Toro and Vaquero (both mezcal drinks). Both were VERY spirit forward to the point that it may have needed better balance. Both drinks had a nice presentation with garnishes, color, and a skull feature at the bottom of the glass. Lastly, we saw many people walk up and look confused as there was no formal host stand. They didn't know if they should seat themselves or wait for someone. Overall, there still seems to be some kinks needing to be worked out as well as some conceptual editing. I feel they are trying to achieve too much and it ends up being confusing for staff and guests. I hope with time, Altavida is extremely successful in the Naperville area and I hope to circle back after some time passes.

This place is a wonderful addition to DT Naperville! I was able to get a last minute dinner…read morereservation on a Friday night. I arrived at 6:30 and there were plenty of people already in the restaurant, but I was seated promptly. My server Richard came over to greet me right away. He went over the menu options and gave great recommendations. We put our order in pretty quickly because we've been to tapas restaurants before. I loved the modern decor and lively music being played. The place is truly colorful and has a very energetic vibe. The service was excellent. Everyone was extremely kind and happy to help. Edwin, the general manager was so friendly and accommodating by making sure that everything was to our liking. He is a gem. My husband and I ordered a few different tapas to share. We started with the empanadas and they were truly 10/10, highly recommend! We had the beef and chicken with the chimichurri sauce. We also tried the papas bravas and those were delicious as well. They are spicy and have a nice kick. The portion is pretty big and shareable. Last, we had chicken en mole. Omg, so good! They knocked it out of the park with this one. The presentation is very pleasing and the flavor is 10/10! I'm a hot sauce girly and even carry it in my bag just in case. The sauce they had in the dish was so good that I didn't even think about adding hot sauce! The rice and chicken along with the sauce is chef's kiss. I also tried the Brussels sprouts but they were my least favorite of everything. They should go back to the drawing board on that one. The drinks we had were solid. My husband had an espresso martini and dragonfruit margarita, while I had a mango margarita. All were good. Needless to say, I had an amazing evening at Altavida! The dancing on the second floor was also very fun and entertaining. I will definitely be a regular here!

Let me start by saying this is the best dining experience in 2026 for me so far. Our attendant,…read moreMaria, was fantastic. She was very attentive and recommended some really good dishes. The venue was very nice at the top of a hotel with a very nice view of Naperville and the Riverwalk. Let's start with my favorite dishes. The mahi mahi ceviche, braised beef, and octopus dish was fantastic. The braised beef was cooked perfectly, ceviche was popping with flavor and the octopus was very fresh. We did get the skirt steak and branzino. The skirt steak was a little bit overcooked to my liking. The Branzino was perfectly cooked and crispy but the portion was small.. But the best thing was that dessert. We had some type of pudding cake that was soaked in eggnog with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on it. It was fantastic. Best dessert in a long time. Definitely will be hitting this place up again

Had dinner at Santa Cielo in Naperville and honestly it blew us away…read more We ordered the empanadas, shrimp tacos, hanger steak, pork shank, and a few cocktails and every single thing that came to the table was incredible. Not one miss. The empanadas were perfectly crisp and packed with flavor, the shrimp tacos were fresh and balanced, the hanger steak was cooked exactly right, and the pork shank was fall-apart tender and easily one of the best dishes we've had in a long time. The cocktails were just as good as the food, which says a lot. You can tell there's real attention to detail across the whole menu. On top of that, the space itself is beautiful. Really unique interior, great atmosphere, and an awesome view right over the river that makes the whole experience feel even more special. It's rare to go somewhere where the food, drinks, and atmosphere all hit this level. Santa Cielo absolutely delivered. One of the best dining experiences we've had in the suburbs and we'll definitely be back.

We came here to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We had an early-ish reservation at 5:30pm in the…read moremiddle of the week so it was on the quieter side, which we absolutely loved. Service was great! Everyone was friendly and prompt and wanted to make sure we had a great meal. This is what we ordered: * Nonna's Meatballs * Pear & Fennel Salad (walnuts on the side) * Focaccia di Recco (requested with prosciutto & arugula) * Linguine alle vongole I also ordered an Almafi Spritz (zero proof) which was wonderful and bright a slice of Italy to Chicago's suburbia. The food was fresh and delicious. I recalled a Davanti location in Chicago but never had the chance to check it out, so this was my first time and it was great! The atmosphere is chic and the food was excellent, but not in a flashy, overdone, complicated way, just real good, made in house, hearty Italian fare. The Focaccia Di Recco was AMAZING. Yes, all caps. We packed up half of it to take home and it was still great the next day (reheated and then toasted in our mini counter oven/fryer). If you order just one thing here, let it be this focaccia dish. I understand why it's popular and I blurted out loud several times while eating this in restaurant: "on my god" it was truly divine. As my husband said, "this food might be better than what we had in Italy..." and I don't disagree. The kitchen does not do split portions for pasta but they were able to bring out 2 plates for us to split ourselves. This is a great spot for date night, a ladies night out, or a solo wine & dine at the bar. I can't believe I didn't come sooner. Plus, it's located right next to a parking garage which made our night out really convenient! We can't wait to come back! Five shining stars.

Always perfect pasta, fabulous service, and a great location. Julia was our server and was so…read moregracious and funny. She also treated us with a Lemonchello shot for my birthday.

5 stars for Tony the manager!…read more We were watching the Bears game and our server had an off night. She was definitely trying, but there were some hiccups that affected us to the point of needing to speak with someone. Tony happened to be walking by, so I flagged him down. He listened patiently, spoke to his staff, and took care of us. Mistakes happen, we're all human; but the way he went about it was definitely appreciated. We'll be back!

Hubby and I went for a quick bite. we realized kitchen might've been closed for the evening and we…read morewere ok with that. hubby doesn't drink but i had one, and it was maybe the saddest drink i've had in a long time. i got a whiskey sour and the first key i should've had was that it wasn't in a standard whiskey glass. it basically tasted like straight lemon juice with half of a shot (if that's even possible??) of makers in the cup. it was in a standard soda cup that restaurants give you. bball game was nice though. but this place needs to provide security for the female bartenders at the end of the night. i didn't see anyone in there but her. i was a little worried about her safety considering the gender demographic that was in there that night.

Recently my sister and I hosted an 80th birthday party for our mother at Vai's (her absolute…read morefavorite restaurant). From the initial planning session with Tara to selecting the menu and then finalizing the details prior to the event, everything was absolutely perfect. The menu that we chose included many crowd favorites and was absolutely delicious. We enjoyed lunch and mingling on the enclosed patio. Our servers, Morgann and Brianna were so attentive and kept an eye on everything including the timing, any refills and all of our guests needs. We all had a wonderful time and our mother can't stop smiling from such a wonderful event. Thank you Vai's!

VAI Italian in Naperville is an absolute must-visit - from start to finish, our experience was…read moreexceptional. The food was absolutely divine, and every dish that hit the table impressed us. The wings were hands-down the best wings I've ever had at a restaurant: perfectly cooked, incredibly flavorful, and truly unforgettable. Our salad was fresh and well-balanced, and the pizza was phenomenal, with a delicious crust and toppings that felt both classic and elevated. As amazing as the food was, the most remarkable part of our visit was our server, Carson. Carson was friendly, attentive, and professional, with great menu knowledge and perfect timing throughout the meal. From thoughtful recommendations to making sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed, Carson made the entire experience feel special and personalized. Between the outstanding food, inviting atmosphere, and exceptional service, VAI Italian has absolutely earned a spot on our "go back soon" list. If you're anywhere near Naperville and looking for a memorable meal, do yourself a favor and book a table at VAI Italian - and if you can, ask for Carson at the bar!

I'd return again and again. I will always sit in a high-top at a restaurant, with the comfort of…read morethe stools at The George, I couldn't resist. Leather stools, dark wood, the place had a cool, masculine look, but was very comfortable. There was also low upbeat music playing. The food was impeccable, very fast, and knowledgeable; friendly waiters served us. Minus one, but that's a topic for another post. Let's talk food. I refuse to eat spam! Canned meat.... absolutely not. The spam here was .... so good, and came with a spicy mayo. literally so good! Eat them before they get cold. Ruffle fries, excellent, also need to be eaten before they get cold. There is a somewhat sweet sauce on top. The salads are huge!! so delicious and filling. Also, this place is on the corner and offers great people watching. Excuse the half eaten food pics the convo was so good, I lost myself.

Monday night @ 4:45. Greeted and seated immediately. We had heard this place was always busy, and…read morethey don't take reservations, so we made an early night of it. We were the only table in the restaurant, so our plan worked. Multiple tables were seated while we waited and dined. There is not a ton of seating at The George, so I can see why it gets so busy. If you're like me, and don't like waiting, plan on an early evening. The service was very good. Our server was very attentive, and the food came out quickly. I am a Stroganoff lover, so I had the Short rib stroganoff. Hubby had a Patty Melt. He requested American cheese vs Swiss, and no salt on the fries. His order came out exactly as requested. His meal was delicious. I, unfortunately was not a huge fan of my food. To start, the dish was very very salty. In addition, the short rib was very tough and chewy. The meat also had somewhat of a gamey taste. To be fair, I have not ordered short rib before, so maybe that is normal. Regardless, I did not enjoy it. We might return as there were several other items on the menu that sounded good. Based on the ambiance, the service, and hubby's meal, I would recommend The George, but I would steer clear of the Short Rib Stroganoff.

Closed in, claustrophobic, and no room to move around in or even dance as your shoulder-to-shoulder…read morewith so many people trying to squeeze through or lounge around. This happens very often on weekends that it almost feels like a potential hazard waiting to happen.

I went to club Two-Nine with friends on Friday, February 17 and will NEVER step foot in there…read moreagain. The bartender (I didn't catch his name, but had brown hair and facial hair was incredibly rude and disrespectful. I was waiting patiently to be served - not saying a word - and finally he came by me and raised his voice to me in a disrespectful tone saying that he is not serving me because he came by me twice and I wasn't paying attention. So, I waved to the other bartender who was female and she politely served me. I also found out that same male bartender kicked out two other friends of my friend I was with for no reason. Plus, when I reconciled my receipts the next day, I discovered that in my "not paying attention," they handed me two other receipts to sign which totaled about $80.00. (At the time, I thought maybe they were just helping each other out with ringing my order up) There's NO way I ordered that much, because it was SO crowded, I couldn't get served more than once, so that's why we left. So, basically I was robbed $80.00, because I wasn't "paying attention." Both receipts say "Potter's Place," even though we were upstairs at Two-Nine, and that's what it says on my credit card statement. Potter's Place was closed downstairs. I have one receipt that makes sense to what I normally order that says "Two-Nine". So on my credit card statement, I have one charge that says "Two-Nine," then two that say "Potter's Place." They scammed me. NEVER again.

We attended the American English tribute band performance and was absolutely pleased with the…read morevenue, seating and more importantly the service we received. While we did not eat at the venue, we did our share of having beverages. We will go back for other events without a doubt.

Why haven't I found this place sooner. There aren't places in Naperville with live music for us…read moremiddle age folks & this is a good one. The room is very cool. The prices for both food & drink are very reasonable. We paid a $10 cover which was fine for a 14 piece Steely Dan cover band. They brought me back to my old school. The only knock on the place was they only had 2 waitresses & they tried their best to take care of everyone but they really needed a third. The food is typical bar food but it was very tasty. If you're looking for good live music you'll enjoy Frankie's. SECOND REVIEW NOT SO GOOD SERVICE VERY VERY SLOW DONT COME HERE TO EAT. We've waited almost an hour for food. They need more help!

Got onion rings, fried green beans and boneless wings. Stayed for trivia…read more Loud. service is good Onion rings were battered with hate. They hate onions, coated in thick half cooked pancake. They were fried with more malice and then served sogging. Awful. Fried green beans were great with a seasoned batter, how was this served next to the circles of hell? Boneless wings were ok

Dumped croutons crumbs onto my Caesar salad. Placed the salad on the bottom of the bag under hot…read morechicken wings = wilted lettuce and croutons crumbs