Amazing brunch . I love the omelette, great quality…read moreingredients, Pancakes were so lite and full of flavor , also 4 pieces make them a tower , so I don't know what the other elite yelper is talking about . What makes you a food critic ? Do you have any experience or had you been to any good places ? Amazing place . This place is not for everyone but if you know quality ingredients and ambience you will love it

We're not generally in this area, but had an event near the Gregory tonight and thought about…read moretrying a new place. Online reviews looked really good for it so I was excited to check it out. I think I was pleasantly more surprised than I expected to be with this place. First of all the restaurant is huge, and a really beautiful aesthetic. It's clean and dark with gold lettering on the outside. The inside has this lovely high class feel to it, large rooms, clean lines, and comfortable furniture. Aesthetically for me it's a 10 out of 10. The service was exceptional. It's one of those places where you could tell that good service is not just an afterthought but a focal point. For my dinner, I was very excited to try their wedge salad and one of the appetizers. I got the corn beef plates and they were very tasty and delightful. However, the real star for me was that wedge salad. It was a well executed wedge, with an exceptional piece of pork belly that just kicked it over the top for me. I do mildly regret my decision not to eat a steak instead, but it will give me a reason to come back and see how they can cook a fine piece of meat. Do not miss this place.

Beautiful newer restaurant - I had heard great things so for this special occasion a group of 7 of…read moreus had a reservation and were seated in a nice private corner booth room. Service was great overall. We took our time and put in some drink orders first and enjoyed the complementary garlicky bread. My glass of montepulciano went nicely with the meal. For appetizers, we shared the Wagyu meatball, which was huge and delightfully tender and flavorful. We also shared the garlic shrimp, which was tasty as well. I got to try a number of entrees with this big group. The frutti di mare was delicious and perfect to share. Generous amounts of tender seafood in a delicious sauce with squid ink pasta. The fettuccine Alfredo was deliciously creamy and a huge portion. The brussel sprouts were tasty and a nice side. The shaved brussel sprouts salad and chopped salad were both refreshing accompaniments to the meal and big enough to share. For dessert, we got to try the cannolis with a nice sparkler. These were tasty and creamy. I'd want to try the cheesecake and tiramisu next time. Everything was excellent and we were treated very well - will definitely want to come back and try the rest of the menu!

Came in on a Monday evening to try out the new Aperitivo Hour. Since there was a private event in…read morethe bar area, we were seated in the main dining room- which is atypical for the normal Aperitivo Hour service. We ordered whipped goat cheese, arancini and fried artichokes in addition to some HH red wine. There were multiple wines that were offered versus just one red/white- which was appreciated. Our server was prompt and stopped by throughout the meal without being intrusive. I appreciated the table clean up service in between our meal and dessert as this isn't very common. All of the food was delicious and was delivered fairly quickly. I would have liked the whipped goat cheese to be a bit firmer to be easier to eat with the provided lavish. The arancini was perfection - lightly crispy filled with creamy risotto that still had texture. I was surprised that the HH arancini portion was smaller than the regular menu portion (2 vs 3) as this was different than their IG post. The fried artichokes are served with a lemon aioli that is spread at the bottom of the plate but would have been better served on the side since it gave a nice citrus perk. As we were celebrating an occasion, we were treated to cannoli and they were some of the best I've had. All in all- I'm really glad there's a new happy hour addition to the Arboretum and looking forward to the menu continuing to evolve.

Stopped in with some friends who live in Barrington and ended up having way more fun than expected…read more Drinks are legit...strong pours and the nachos were gone in five minutes. We actually ordered a second plate because they were that good. The live piano adds a great vibe too. Service was on point all night. Our server was great, and the owner even stopped to make sure we were taken care of. You don't see that kind of attention very often. Definitely planning on coming back next time I'm in town!

Stopped by Higgy's South Barrington on Higgins Rd after dinner for a nightcap, and it was a really…read moreenjoyable experience. The piano bar vibe was fantastic--live music adds such a nice touch and really elevates the atmosphere. It's clear this kind of spot was much needed in the area. The service was friendly and attentive, which made the visit even more enjoyable. They also serve food, which we didn't try this time, but we'll definitely give it a shot next visit. We were only there for the piano bar portion, which runs until about 12:30am on weekends. After that, they switch to DJ music, which I imagine is a fun change of pace, though we didn't stay late enough to experience it. Overall, it's a great place to unwind after dinner, enjoy some live music, and soak in a lively yet relaxed vibe. Definitely planning to return next time!

The Saddle Room has a way of making a night out feel a little more special. The food is…read moreconsistently good, the drinks are fun without trying too hard, and the atmosphere strikes that rare balance between polished and relaxed. What really makes it stand out is the ambiance -- warm, inviting, and tailor-made for date night. It's the kind of place that may not shout for attention, but quietly delivers a very enjoyable experience.

The Saddle Room is an interesting spot to find in the suburbs of... anywhere. It feels like it'd be…read moremore at home dug in deep in a pure metropolitan area (like a downtown, or semi-downtown, Chicago). But it does offer a unique experience: western-themed hang out. I grabbed drinks with friends here on a Thursday night and we had our pick of the seats. Luckily my friend, who has been here before, grabbed us seats by the center fire place and we were able to enjoy the atmosphere; chill and, despite the aesthetic, not western-in-your-face. In fact, we were seated as some super comfy leather couches. Sure, it has some special experiences (the bathrooms are slightly confusing the first time) but I thought everything was very well done. The menu has a little bit of everything, from cocktails to beers, small plates to entrees. Again, we only had drinks but my "Campfire" cocktail was tasty (but a bit sweet). I was slightly dismayed that they were all out of both sour beers as well... oh well. For what we were looking for, a chill spot to catch up and imbibe, this place hit the mark perfectly. If you've never been then it's worth checking out.

My wife and I had a great experience. Tasty food, very clean space, attentive service. Can't beat…read moretheir Taco Tuesday deal! Will be back.

No flavor and terrible food, water is tap water which is crazy to begin with. Meat taste like it's…read moredipped in mop water and the overall environment is just old and gross. I would not recommend to anyone from the service to the food

I am a huge fan of Georgio's! I have a favorite salad, favorite pasta, favorite appetizer (dough…read morenuggets, of course!), favorite sandwich, and favorite pizza. My go-to order is the baked mostaccioli, the cheese on top is golden with just the right amount of gooey goodness. The French Onion soup is another fave of mine. In addition, Danny is a great cross-marketing promoter and provides pizza for many of our events here at Mathnasium of South Barrington! The kids love it and I am always happy to direct new families to try Georgio's after their math sessions. We couldn't have a successful Pi Day Party without Georgio's!!

Georgio's makes a strong case for some of the best deep-dish pizza around -- and in the Chicago…read morearea, that's saying something. The pies are rich, satisfying, and built with the kind of confidence that comes from knowing exactly what you do well. It's also the kind of place that works best shared, whether over a long dinner with friends or a table full of slices. Unpretentious, welcoming, and seriously good pizza.

I had Ruth Chris a while ago. It's still very memorable. I ordered the fillet and it was like…read morebutter. Mashed potatoes, green beans, wedge salad. Everything's top-notch I'd love to eat there every night, but I don't wanna go broke. If you've never been, make an event and go!

Who doesn't love a Sunday Happy Hour! Ruth Chris offers discounts on certain food and drinks…read moreSun-Fri 4-6pm in the lounge. When checking in at the host stand, the hostess did not seem knowledgeable about where we could be seated for the happy hour. Thankfully within the lounge, you can sit at the bar or the adjacent tables. They have a specialty bar menu where certain wines, cocktails, shareables, and sandwiches are at a discount rate. Even discounted, the items were far too expensive for portions and quality. Shareables ranged from $6-10 off, sandwiches $2-6 off, and cocktails $4 off. For drinks, I got the Pomegranate Martini which was well balanced and not too acidic. My husband got the happy hour Cab and enjoyed it. For food, I got the Zucchini Fries which were tasty and crispy. My husband got the steak sandwich which came with fries. Our friends got the chicken sandwich and cheeseburger which they thought were okay. Their blueberry mojito had A LOT of ice in it so I assume they barely got much to drink. Overall, this experience was okay. The cliental is definitely older but the inside has a contemporary aesthetic. Our server was extremely nice and upbeat which was really enjoyable. Sadly, the food and drinks just weren't good enough for me to want to revisit.

Quick stop for lunch. We were seated immediately and our server arrived shortly after being seated…read more Our server was very prompt and friendly. What we had: *** lunch combo 1/2 Cesar salad and 1/2 Italian beef with mozzarella cheese ***lunch combo 1/2 side salad and 1/2 Chicken Parmesan Sandwich. The food came out promptly and was very good. The ambience is of a pub/restaurant style. We will definitely return.

This review is so conflicting for me because I ended up loving my meal, but it wasn't easy to get…read moreit! I stopped in for the first time late Saturday night (around 9pm). Live music was happening and there were a few larger (8+) parties, but still a lot of empty tables. I could tell our server was handling numerous tables, so I was very understanding of the wait time for simple things like water. I ordered a build-your-own pizza with their gluten free crust and dairy free mozzarella. I was sooo hungry, so when my pizza came out incorrect, I was not very happy. Nonetheless, I was patient and the server immediately took it back to be re-made. While waiting for my new pizza, they brought out my boyfriend's cheese fries which turned out to be super.. cold :( The *corrected* pizza was great. It's not often that I find a good tasting gluten free and dairy free pizza, so I was pleased. However, I don't know that I would go out of my way to come here again

Super fun and unique event with plenty of drinks and food to choose from at a great venue in the NW…read moreBurbs. What works well: -Addition of cocktails instead of just beer. -80's lounge with great music and more samples. -Maine lobster rolls. Wow! Delicious and filling. -16" of steak on a stick! Heck yes! -The Messengers band was fantastic and fun to sing along with. -Lucha Libre wrestling was a fun add in 2019. -Plenty of parking or access for drop off for Shared rides. -Plenty of restrooms at the site. What can be improved: -Adding some round high boys in the food area would be helpful. They had them near the band in 2018 but absent this year. It's hard to balance food and drink while walking around. This would really be a helpful add. -I don't recall seeing any maps of the layout at the door. Unless I just missed them, this would be helpful too. -More live music would be nice. Overall a fun event worth what you pay for VIP or G.A.

From the owner: Different name, same Mother Truckin' good time!…read more Returning to the Sears Centre Arena on Saturday, November 23rd, Mother Truckin' Beer Fest is now Mother Truckin' Booze Fest. Our legendary craft beer and food truck lineup will now feature even more options, including craft spiked seltzer, hard lemonades, malt flavored beverages, wine coolers, and small-batched cocktails. With each ticket you will receive a commemorative tasting glass, 25 tasting tickets and full access to the festivities, craft beer, craft cocktails, specialty food trucks, live performance by The Messengers, masked nacho libre wrestling, the cascading Beering-ham fountain, and much more.

I love Lucky Monk. My friend and I have come here a few times for Happy Hour because they have…read moregreat Happy Hour food deals, which I appreciate a lot as someone who doesn't drink much. The deal is half off apps, but if you enjoy an adult beverage, the house-brewed drafts are also half off. M-Th 3-6pm, dine-in only. At least that's what it is right now. I feel like it changes, so maybe call beforehand to confirm. I only got pics of the nachos this time, which really doesn't do it full justice because they're bigger than they look in the photo. Food is always good and consistent, there's nothing really to complain about regarding service or prices, and parking has always been really easy, though that could be because we typically go on Tuesdays. I imagine weekends could be a little bit busier, but the place is pretty big, so even if you have to wait, I don't think that you'd be waiting that long. The vibe is also casual and low-key.

I get together with old friends once a month at various restaurants. On this visit, there was just…read morethree of us. I chose this place for this month's lunch. I had been here with my daughter about 12 years ago and remembered enjoying it then. We all had burgers and craft beer. My friends went with the Mad Max (burger of the month) and I went with a peppercorn and blue cheese burger. It was thumbs up for all of us on the burgers as well as the beer, which was unique and delicious. I took no pictures that day and just enjoyed the outing with friends, but I was especially impressed with the taste of my burger. I abstained from adding any of my usual condiments, and decided to try it as is, with just their sauce. Best decision ever! The sauce was amazing and the burger was cooked a perfect medium. Like many restaurants, Luck Monk offers their regular menu, plus flyers on their specials, including beers and cocktails. Four days later, I went right back there again on my own, to formally review it with photos. I had to go with that same peppercorn burger, because it was just so good, and to make sure the first time was a fluke. It wasn't. I tried out their chili as well, which was also good. This chef knows what he is doing. This stand alone restaurant is easy to get to, and has ample parking. The interior of the restaurant is beautiful and looks high end, though I found the pricing to be reasonable. It would be a great spot to take clients for a business lunch. It's elegant looking , but unpretentious. The hostess and servers are wonderful. I highly recommend the Lucky Monk!