Food is always great. Service is usually good. Ambiance is unique - very sultry with low light but…read moredoes have loud music and a lot of ambient noise. Good for a romantic date night.

Had lunch today at Little Bad Wolf in Andersonville and ordered the Bad Burger -- and it was…read morephenomenal! Two juicy patties, American cheese, house-made pickles and red onion mayo. Nothing overly complicated -- just a really well-executed burger. Little Bad Wolf has the accolades to back it up. Time Out ranks its larger Wolf Burger #1 in Chicago, while The Infatuation actually prefers the Bad Burger, saying the simpler version allows the meat to shine. After eating it, I understand the hype.

This review is for a take-out order. Let me start off by saying this was not a business I would…read morehave thought of going to because I don't just do salads as a meal unless it is a big giant taco salad, but for a work meeting, this was the place that lunch was ordered from. I got the Chicken Avocado Ranch for my selection (Antibiotic-free blackened chicken, avocado, pickled onions, apples, tortilla chips, white rice, chopped romaine, seed oil-free green goddess ranch) and was surprised at how much I enjoyed it. As I was home on the Friday after the Xmas Day celebration, hungry, didn't want to cook/heat anything up, I decided to order this salad for dinner through Grubhub. While I was placing the order, I decided to try the Fish Taco for the next day's lunch (Antibiotic-free miso glazed salmon, avocado, shredded cabbage, cilantro, tortilla chips, herbed quinoa, spring mix). This bowl comes with a sweetgreen hot sauce & lime cilantro jalapeño vinaigrette, but I opted to switch that out for the Green Goddess Ranch and the Miso Sesame Ginger. I loved the fact that I would add or not include certain items. For example, I love goat cheese, so I add that to both bowls and it was delish. Delivery was pretty smooth, with the driver coming up to our floor to drop everything off. Both bowls looked visually pleasing and the overall taste was pretty good. The flavors were nice and there was a freshness to both bowls, even the Fish Taco one on the next day. FYI the Fish Taco bowl can only be ordered online, not ordered in the store...not sure why, but since I will not be going to the store, I am good with that. You also have the option to order a slice of bread with each bowl and that was nice. Next time I will see if I can get a second slice. Total cost for the two bowls, with some add-ons and service fee and tip was about $58. I will say it will be cheaper to go to the store and pick it up yourself, but I will pay to have stuff delivered to me for peace of mind. They do have an app for placing orders, but I will stick with Grubhub because that is free for me through Amazon. I realize sweetgreen has a mission statement about eating healthy, lowering their carbon footprint, a commitment to animal welfare, but before I knew any of that, I still would say the bowls were pretty good. Not that I crave salads or bowls that often, but if I do, this will be the first place I order from.

I actually have never been to a Sweetgreen and happy to report I've been missing out and have to go…read moreagain. My bowl was really good I got the garlic parm cauliflower and chicken bowl. I reallyyy enjoyed it. Only thing was I expected the roasted broccoli to be warm not cold so that threw me off but now I know. The romesco sauce and basil sauce were really good too. The focaccia bread was kinda hard as if it were in a fridge but was great after I microwaved it. Now I know what all the hype's about

My date took me here to Oda on a weeknight. Oda is listed as Mediterranean but cuisine leans more…read moreTurkish/Georgian. I found the food, drink and dessert to be very savory. We shared the Oda Grill Combo and Karniyarik/Moussaka. Both were outstanding and seasoned just right. I ordered a cocktail (Drop it Like It's Hot) and that too was refreshingly tasty for a warm summer evening. Ambiance is really cute and they have an outdoor patio. Our server was kind, attentive and helped me make a decision on dinner and dessert when I was torn between a few choices. They let us hang around after dinner and they didn't rush us out which was nice too. We had the option to dine in or out but we chose to stay inside because of the humidity and frankly, we just love our air-conditioning. Granted if the weather is favorable, it's a nice space for alfresco dining. Parking is generally street only since they lack a parking lot. Depending on what time you go, you might end up finding free parking on the side streets since the meters tend to run out after 6.

Now why aren't more people talking about Oda? I will be a FREQUENT visitor now! To start this is…read morethe perfect, quaint, neighborhood restaurant. Dim lit but still inviting and plenty of seating for various sized parties but still keeps the intimacy. Our server, Alec was friendly, attentive and gave us the entire run down on the food, cuisine, and his favorite recommendations! Everything was absolutely AMAZING. Big Fs: Fresh, flavorful and filling. Once of my main highlights from the meal was something Alec recommended, the Adjaruli Khachapuri which is Georgian cheese and egg baked in a bread boat. I had never had this before and was blown away by how absolutely tasty it was! I also ordered the Kofte Chargrilled Meatballs which were amazing they came in a large portion but also were SO good bold in flavor with the perfect texture! I ordered the Crimson Petal and the Drop it Like it's Hot cocktails which were both extremely tasty! This was the perfect meal and I cannot wait to get back!

Third meal at this restaurant. I had brunch and lunch before and they were good. So I tried their…read moredinner this time I visited Chicago. The dinner menu was quite different from the all-day menu; in particular there were more sides and entrees. I ordered the mixed grill for one ($36) with smoked lamb. The cut was lamb shoulder. Came with five thinly sliced pieces. I saw some reviews complaining that their lamb was too fatty. For lamb shoulder, however, I think the amount of fat was acceptable. But I wish there could be more meat. The meat was served over bejeweled rice. Basically it was an aromatic, turmeric & saffron spiced rice with dates, cashews and a tiny bit barberry (only found two). I wish there could be more barberry and fewer dates, because now it was purely sweet. This, together with the oil in the rice and my fatty lamb, made the dish a bit greasy. On the side I got some grilled long hots, grilled tomatoes, pickled cucumbers and tomatoes, ezme, zoug, tahini, and some freshly baked pita. The pita was soft, moist, chewy and paired well with everything else. I wish they could check if the pita was burnt, though -- one of my pita was burnt! Service was OK. Food came out quickly. It was chill to sit at the patio in a late summer, but they should put more lights. Indeed for half of my meal I had to use the flashlight on my phone for lighting lol.

Celebrated a family birthday at FIYA tonight and had a great time. Excellent service and…read morehospitality, along with fine food served in innovative ways, seemed to be the norm. We had a variety of things, including falafel and chicken shawarma hummus appetizers, followed by schnitzel, burgers, etc. all complimented by excellent wines suggested by our server. FIYA features a warm, elegant, but understated vibe that makes for comfortable dining and socializing. Prices are definitely upscale, but quality is extremely high. FIYA is highly recommended!

I can't say enough good things about It's Greek 2 U. My boyfriend and I went there on our first…read moredate nearly six years ago, and make a point to come back a few times a year. We bring friends, family, or just go the two of us. Not only is the food amazing and it's BYOB, but the owner, Vicky, is just incredible. She remembers us, asks how we are, and brings so much light to each of our visits. My recommendations: The spread sampler (Pikilia) Vicky's Salad or the Village Salad Saganaki Greek fries or oven roasted potatoes A main We also tried the desserts last time (why haven't we always gotten the desserts!?) and they were DELISH. We especially loved the orange cake.

Not a great experience for me. My chicken kabob was very dry and our waitress was quite rude; I…read moredidn't complain about anything. I think there is a reason not many people talk about this place.

We came here for a wine tasting and it was crazy how good everything was. They really do have a…read morebroad and unusual selection. Unfortunately I didn't eat nearly enough but I got some oysters and they were great. There's a nice outdoor seating area and the inside is very cozy and dimly lit.

Brining my review down a star. Here is why - I've had slow service here every time since my first…read morevisit. The wait staff has good personality, but that doesn't make up for the amount of time it takes to get a glass of wine or a loaf of bread around here. I don't love the summer menu choices and at my last visit many of the menu options that I tried to order were sold out. This was mid dinner service on a week day when it wasn't even busy. The wine I had on my first visit hasn't been available, and they don't always have a comparable sparkling Red available. Uvae is great, just not a 5 star experience.

This place is a cute diner with a unique menu, variety of sandwiches and all day breakfast items…read moreand a huge bakery case. I had the thanksgiving wrap which was quite good and had stuffing, sweet potatoes, turkey, and cranberries in a wrap. Unique and tasty. My gripes are two fold. The service was sub par with the staff not being attentive. In addition everything on the menu is about 10-20% higher than it should be. Yes I know the economy is squeezing restaurants but charging $18 for a wrap and having the side be à la carte for an extra $5 seems excessive. Especially if you're passing on a credit card fee to consumers. Gripes aside, I would recommend this place for a quick bite as it fills a much needed diner niche in Andersonville.

A friend had been telling me to go and try their scones for longer than I can remember…read more This morning I went and bought two. These are the exact kind of scones I've been looking for since the late 90's. I chose a blueberry and a chocolate chip. It truly is a taste of heaven. Great location and super cute inside.

This establishment is wonderful. They accommodated our party of 5, even with little to no notice…read more Edward, you're a star! Jay was great, thank you Sir, for your forbearance, your service was great. Food was delicious!! My first time with the pot pie and oh my!

I think Lady Gregory's should win some kind of prize for providing a decent lunch menu within the…read morebrunch menu. Don't make me eat eggs if it's 1pm and I've been up for seven hours. Great cocktails and a fabulously stocked bar. Prices are moderate (high, if you're still hanging on to 2023 prices). Our group ranged from young children to seniors. We all enjoyed our meals. Fish and chips were a bit underseasoned but well fried. The various burgers were appreciated by both children and adults. Solid salad options and an impressive stack of blueberry pancakes. If you have a bunch of people with different tastes, Lady Gregory's is a surprisingly strong option. Service was outstanding. Our primary server was in complete concert with other staff. It was relatively busy on a Sunday afternoon, and she was still one step ahead of our big, disorganized and mildly chaotic group.

I can't rave enough about Chef Fred Ramos, Julia, and Andre! Bar Roma is an authentic and welcoming…read moreItalian experience. Quality food, quality drinks, and great staff. More importantly, Bar Roma values community - it feels upscale and cozy all at the same time. I am part of an LLC and the team at Bar Roma was beyond accommodating when we needed to cater a company event. The food was so good we have now brought several important donors here as a thank you. Be sure to check out Chef Ramos' cookbook! Amazing authentic Italian cooking and mark my words: the meatballs are to die for. But so is everything else! And don't get me started about the tiramisu... I'm somewhat a connoisseur and cannot recommend enough. I'm getting hungry just writing about this place!

Went here for Mother's Day! Had a reservation but it took them about 15 min to sit up down. No idea…read morewhy cuz it was not busy! The food was great, fresh and very tasty. I especially loved the seafood pasta. The portions were a good size. Drinks were spot on, had the limoncello! Now... the service ......lacks ! Our waitress didn't have any patience and was kinda rude. For an Italian restaurant ..... was expecting a bit more friendliness!

It's not often that I would consider moving to a new city just for the food, but Alice & Friends'…read moremade me carefully weigh the pros and cons. The entirely plant based menu is varied, whimsical, and intentional, and the staff are just glorious. Once seated our server inquired whether we had had the pleasure of dining at Alice & Friends' before, and upon discovering it was our first visit delightedly offered suggestions for our optimal enjoyment. The outcome: -Laksa: Malaysian noodle soup with a coconut curry broth, served with a variety of vegetables, tofu, and vegan shrimp. What? Yes. So good. -Heavenly curry: magical curry base (coconut milk, coriander, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, turmeric), chickpeas, and lots of hearty veggies including sweet potato, served over perfectly chewy brown rice. -Raw tiramisu: I can't even. Espresso, chocolate, cream, crust. Just get it. The decor (like the restaurant) is based on Alice in Wonderland, with lots of anthropomorphized friends to appreciate. Pricing is reasonable for the quality and the quantity. If ever I move to Chicago just know it's entirely to be closer to Alice and her friends.

First, I'm an idiot. I've lived near this restaurant OVER 20 years, but have never come here. Happy…read moreto report, no longer an idiot. I came here with a vegan friend and an omnivore friend. Typically, I reject these dietary labels, as what we all eat is food. Simply food. However, I'm also not someone who is all "OH EW, VEGAN STUFF, NO." I will not only never say that, but I will ALWAYS try something new. You should too. ON TO THE FOOD. I had heard talk of their Ramen, so I immediately ordered that. OH MY GAWD. It is so good. It tastes like "regular" ramen, but is 100% vegan. There was a strip of stuff (it was seitan) that looked like the pork belly that typically comes in Tonkatsu ramen. How is this not meat?! It was SO GOOD and had the texture of meat. But it wasn't meat. The broth is silky smoove, savory and . . . my gawd, I drank every single drop. The noodles and veg things that typically come in ramen were there, and just delicious. Writing this review, I am now craving this ramen. I took home an additional order of this ramen for my BF and he became obsessed as well! We had a couple other appetizers that were fantastic too! Some breaded mushroom app that was super tasty. I'm typically not a breaded food fan, but this was light and crispy and really tasty. The interior is spare, uncluttered, full of light and spotlessly clean. The staff is so helpful, friendly, and earnest with answering any questions. No booze, it's BYOB, but they have a lot of Kombuchas to try! A neighborhood gem that I will now keep in rotation when dining out.