5 stars for Lemont. Probably 4 stars in Chicago…read more Walked in on a Saturday for an early dinner. It was 5:45, I didn't have a reservation, a they didn't have a table available until 7:30 but there were spots at the bar which they said was full service. My friend and I cozied up to it and ate there. What a surprisingly good experience. The staff was super friendly and that bartenders had great suggestions. I hate when people at the restaurant say everything is good. Not these young ladies. They made some sound suggestions which we followed. French onion soup and the steak frites were both excellent and priced well IMO. They have a really good whiskey/bourbon selection with a few hard to find bottles. I settled on a Blantons neat. They had Pappy, but I'm not wasting money on that anymore. Food came out quickly and we ate and watched a baseball game. The locals at the bar told us about their membership program where I guess for a small mo they fee you get a bottle of wine and a charcuterie plate once a month. Seemed like a pretty good deal. I don't live anywhere near there, but if I did I'd certainly join. In any case, if you live anywhere close, this is definitely a worthwhile restaurant to visit. Seems like there were quite a few singles there as well if you are looking to meet someone. I have no idea what the dating scene is like in Lemont, but this might be a good spot to try.

I was craving steak frites, and discovered Barrel & Vine for a reasonably priced steak meal. The…read morechimichurri sauce with one of the steak options is absolutely amazing - I'd highly recommend. The food is honestly the best thing about this spot; the vibes aren't quite right for a special date night, but might be perfect for a birthday party or girls night out and service can either be hit or miss. If you come here, definitely make a night of it in downtown Lemont - there's lots to explore, whether for a nightcap or dessert after Barrel & Vine to turn it into a night.

We decided to try this place out for lunch based on reviews and images I've seen on my local…read moreparents page, and boy am I glad! The restaurant wasn't super busy for lunch, but it's a great space with parking and is easy to get to. Service was impeccable and so friendly! The food was delicious! Definitely stick to your ribs and well made and presented. The ambiance and decor was fun. I especially enjoyed the thoughtfulness behind putting a word search on the bathroom stall door. Hilarious! I'll be back to support this locally owned establishment! What a treasure!

Our server was fantastic and gave us some great recs! We…read morehad the cheese curds- delicious, hard to go wrong with fried cheese :) We didn't love the dipping sauce. I think a good homemade ranch would be great with these. The Best Dam salad with grilled chicken was light, fresh, flavorful and had lots of great components like candied pecans, quinoa, spinach, goat cheese, dried cranberries and green goddess dressing. This was very good! It was a very nice space and we had a comfortable booth. It has an elevated lodge style that we enjoyed.

What's great restaurant, we had a group of 20 and they had a side room for our group, the bar…read morelooked like a good place to sit and have a drink, outdoor seating is available directly in front of restaurant. Street parking may be hard to get but public parking lot nearby. Food was excellent, I had the foxtail paella, plump shrimp, mussels, sausage veggies and orzo instead of rice made it feel creamier, full portions. The "big wood" was a tasty whiskey drink, but the Negroni was a little too bitter. Everyone in our group enjoyed their meal. Our waitress was friendly and knowledgeable about all the menu items and made good recommendations, fast attentive and good service.

Fantastic first meal at the Foxtail! We dined outside, but I look forward to actually dining…read moreindoors, as the place has an impeccable vibe. I had the Pistachio Flatbread, which was great, needed more of the fine Italian meat on it though and my dining partner enjoyed her Poke bowl. Vegetarian and Pescatarian options abound! There were so many great options on the menu, and service was great, I can't wait to return! In lovely downtown Downer's Grove.

Shopping mall chic?…read more If you've spent any time near a mall in the suburbs, there are a few staples you'll inevitably come across, one of them being Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse at 2105 S. Spring Rd. Gibsons has long been known as a go-to for a slightly upscale steakhouse experience in the suburbs. I hadn't been in years, but we were in the area and decided to go somewhere a bit nicer for dinner to celebrate my birthday, so we gave Gibsons another try. One highlight was the complimentary valet service, it was quick, easy, and very efficient. The restaurant was busy with lots of families and celebrations. The interior has a classic, almost mob-era steakhouse vibe, reminiscent of old-school 1930s-40s Italian-American dining rooms. Service was friendly and accommodating throughout the night. I ordered an Old Fashioned, and for my entrée I had a ribeye with a side of potatoes and broccoli. My friend ordered a filet mignon salad. We also shared a side salad. The food was solid overall, but the salads were a bit watery, and the ranch dressing was just okay. The steak was good, but not quite the standout I expected given the price point, ribs are close to $70, so expectations are understandably high. Everything felt consistent, but not particularly memorable. That said, Gibsons does feel very steady and familiar, which may be part of its appeal. It's the kind of place people return to because they know exactly what they're going to get. Even the bread was fine, but nothing really stood out as exceptional. One of the more memorable (and amusing) parts of the experience was the birthday tradition. I still can't fully make out what they're saying during the birthday song, it's loud, a bit barked, and honestly both funny and slightly intimidating. I can't decide if I love it or would be terrified by it as a kid. There was also an interesting moment with dessert, my ice cream was placed in a plastic bag inside a box of ice. Creative, but not exactly elegant. I definitely didn't eat it, but it was memorable in its own way. Overall, if you're looking for a consistent, classic steakhouse experience that leans more familiar than elevated, Gibsons fits that role. 3.5 out of 5 stars.

We were running late bc of a flight delay, and had to cancel our dinner Resy, but called back an…read morehour later and they fit us in. This was at 6:30 on a busy Friday night, so we were very grateful. The place was packed and a little loud, but we enjoyed watching all the action from our booth. I wish I could post a video of the servers whizzing in and out of the kitchen. They were amazing. And BUSY! So naturally, service was a little slow, but we flagged our waitress when needed. The food made up for any delay. Our drinks were good, and the bread was delicious. I had the garbage salad, which was yummy. Hubby had the sautéed mushrooms with a filet, which was cooked perfectly and very tasty.

Great service and great meat! We went there for prime rib and walked out with flank steak too…read more Definitely will be our go to butcher!

Nice small butcher shop in a strip mall off 159th Street ... the same mall that Mayan Palace is in…read more This was a nice stop for those special events when you want to serve beef ... high quality with prices to match, but the quality justifies the price. This is not a general store with a wide selection of items. It is more of a specialty house where you'll find typical butcher products. If you are looking for beef ... you've come to the right place. Relatively limited offerings of other items, but the main thing they do is done right. Sometimes they can be closed when you'd expect them to be open, but that probably comes with being a small business without a huge staff. We suspect they also supply some restaurants in the area and that may be their biggest customer. Good place for those special occasions.

I hate that I loved this place so much! I live in Michigan and was determined to get a reservation…read more So when I finally got it I was elated. First the service, now the host stand can be a little flat but I think they get so busy and it's so in demand they have to be stern but all the staff was amazing. I never needed a thing. They were so nice and checked on us constantly. The food... omg the fooddddd! Healthy portions! You could definitely share if you wanted to be more waist or budget friendly lol. My favorite had to be the shrimp and the steak. The steak was cooked perfectly and the au poivre was a great accompaniment. Dessert was also amazing. Healthy portions for sure shareable. I would definitely make that drove from Michigan to come back! Perfect start to my 30th birthday!!

This was honestly one of the best meals I've ever had in my life!…read more We ate downstairs in the parlor which was very cool. The place has a speakeasy feel. Everything we ordered was fantastic. We started with the baked goat cheese and the burger (which they cut into quarters for us so everyone could have a taste). Both were as good as they looked. The bone-in ribeye, bone-in filet, and fried chicken were all outstanding. The truffle mac & cheese and creamed spinach were perfect sides. We finished off with chocolate cream pie and carrot cake. A huge shout-out to our server, Daniella. She was awesome. Every recommendation she made was spot on, she was pleasant, attentive, and she really made the whole experience even better. I can't recommend Bavette's enough. I already can't wait to go back.

Friday night 5:45. Reservations. Seated promptly. Approached immediately by server. Let me start…read moreout by saying the service was the best we've probably ever had. Timing of the meal was absolutely perfect. Drinks were refilled numerous times. Dishes promptly cleared. Additional bread offered and brought out in a timely manner. Check brought out exactly when it should have been. Literally, not a single misstep in service. The food was also delicious. As with most Greek owned restaurants, virtually everything came with both soup and salad, with warm bread served on the table. Something you almost never see these days. I had chicken Marsala, subbed linguini for rice ($5 upcharge). A little pricey for a substitution, but not the end of the world. Hubby had a steak sandwich, which was great. Other couple had the Greek style halibut (cooked to perfection), and a chopped steak, which desperately needed some gravy (it was dry). The soups were served hot, and the salads were nicely chilled. The Greek salad dressing was amazing. Portions were extremely generous. Great experience. Highly recommend this place.

We've added this back into our rotation! New chefs for a little while now and they are crushing it!…read moreThe fish specials are amazing! Always great soup of the day as well. So much food. Highly recommend!!

Really enjoyed the food and ambience here! Nice array of appetizers and good specials…read more The apps I tried were the eggplant tower (excellent), meatball slider (very good), and burrata plate w/prosciutto (good). As for the entree, I tried their Steak Frites special. Which was a 10oz hanger steak w/ caramelized onions. Steak was cooked perfectly, with a nice charred finish. The fries were seasoned nicely and had a light crispiness to them. Would definitely come back here. Prices were fair for the quality of food. Not much lighting in the restaurant. Which I didn't mind but might not be for everyone. Job well done, HPM!

Received a gift card to this restaurant. Ambiance is nice inside. Service was outstanding. Skirt…read moresteak was very good. The filet was also good but almost tasty a little mushy. Potatoes were outstanding! Cheesecake was also outstanding. We'd definitely come back!