Great coffee & healthy food options. Incredible management. The pastries are also fantastic.read more

My husband and I dined in during a busy weekend and although BlackBerry Market was crowded, the…read moreservice was speedy fast! This fast casual cafe offers indoor and outdoor dining. It is located in downtown La Grange and while parking can be tricky, there is plenty available. It might just take a few extra minutes to find a spot. We both ordered sandwiches and liked em. We shared the caprese panini and the chicken avocado club sandwich. Both were delicious. The caprese panini was full of flavor and toasted to perfection. The chicken avocado sandwich had multiple layers which provided different textures. If you're in the area and looking for a quick meal, I highly recommend Blackberry Market.

Stopped in on a Friday for a quick working lunch - very nice environment if you ever need the…read moreopportunity to do so. (and forgot to snap a picture!). I had the red pepper and cheddar quiche -- delicious! It was light and fluffy and came out in great timing. The salad was crisp and fresh, and the dressing was light -- just enough. Service was great and the entire staff was super friendly. I will definitely be back!

Every season of the year, no matter the weather, no matter whether I'm first in the door for a…read morepre-rehearsal dinner at 4:45, or planted on a barstool catching a game I wasn't invested in until I sat down, the vibe here is always right. Maybe it's the lighting, the natural light that floods in through big windows during the day, the warm lights that make all the wood surfaces look even warmer, or maybe it's the food and the service on hand. THE. FOOD. The menu does not play it safe or do "just good enough" with a bland offering of chicken parms, burgers, or generic and fried appetizers. Nor does it grab you by the collar and shake you for not knowing what guancale is. No, this menu is like your older brother coming home and cooking for you after he's been away at grad school. He KNOWs what you like to eat, but he's gonna throw a curveball in there to make it special. Or it's like the underrated gifting tactic of giving someone a high-quality version of something they already like/own/use, but would never think of spoiling themselves on. That's how you get something like a Wagyu short rib cottage pie (might be seasonal, sorry! But be happy they switch things up so often). The service is always incredible, ready to recommend, ready to wait as you ponder all the options, ready to grab an extra plate if you're notorious for sharing (or to bring the dish out, pre-split). I'm shocked it's taken me so long to write them a review (probably because I thought I SURELY must have). Just go.

Kind of a La Grange Central Perk. Food and speciality coffee drinks any kind…read more There are also several smoothies available as well. The place was packed at two in the afternoon. The drip coffee was decent. The two young ladies working there are pleasant. I'd go back.

Definitely try the Rose cardamom latte! It even comes with mini rose petals. Owl and Lark is…read morelocated in the downtown la grange area and is a nice spot for grabbing a quick coffee or huddling up and staying for a while. I wish they opened up earlier than 8am during the week. I typically have coffee around 630-7am but I can understand why they open at 8am if they aren't busy until 8-9ish. I stopped in a little after 8 and the door was still locked. I'm going to guess I was the first customer of the day. When I walked in there was a sewer stench that was over powering. My guess is this might be normal for them - 1 of the staff members was spraying Lysol to get rid of the smell. I ordered via the front counter and got the rose Cardamom latte. This drink is on the pricey side, $8 without having a non dairy milk substitute. The flavor makes up for it though. It was delicious and refreshing!

We went to Wooden Paddle for the first time with a group (including a toddler), and it ended up…read morebeing the perfect setting. It's a shareable, tapas-style dining experience, which makes it ideal for groups. We ordered the Fried Mozz Brick, which was good but didn't quite wow our group. On the other hand, I really enjoyed the Caesar salad, always a go-to for me and this one met my expectations. For pizzas, we tried the Pepper Only, the Sausage Fest, and The Original Mr. Beef, and that one ended up being my favorite. Definitely the star of the night. The drink menu is also great. Lots of options depending on what you're in the mood for. And as a mom, I have to mention the bathroom situation. Although it's downstairs, it's clean, spacious and private, and they have a changing table, which honestly makes such a difference. Believe it or not, not every place thinks about that, and it's always appreciated. Overall, a great spot for groups with good food, good drinks, and an aesthetic interior that left me wanting to go back for more.

Great food, amazing service, and a family friendly dining room! The menu is full of amazing Italian…read moredishes - you truly cannot go wrong! I've eaten here with both large parties, and with just one other person at the bar, and all experiences have been great! The "fried mozz brick" and "really good bread & butter" are my favorite apps. The "buzzkill" pizza and the "basil pesto pappardelle" are my favorite dishes. I highly recommend sharing a bunch of different plates!

Was in the area so my friends decided to stop in to get some food. It was pretty quiet and empty in…read morethere so we got seated extremely fast. The staff was nice and pretty attentive. My friends got I think it was a pizza and then a beef or something taco. Since I'm Vegan, it was nice to see that they had a vegan item on the menu though I didn't like the black bean burger from what I tasted but the potatoes that came with it were extremely good and fulfilling so I wasn't complaining. I did send the black bean burrito back, cause it wasn't up to my standard of what I thought it would taste like. So if I go back, I'll probably try The. Fried rice that they have that can be vegan. But my friends really enjoyed their food. They said it was really good very tasteful. If I lived in the area, probably a place I would come and work during like a lunch hour if I had spare time if it was as quiet and empty as it was when we went in. Overall decent experience.

I wasn't really thrilled with their food. Service was good,…read moreI might say. Ambiance was also ok.

Finally made it to try Swansons on Saturday. It's a small spot located between the movie theater…read moreand BBQ joint in hothead heart of La Grange. Although there are no tables, there's a ledge by the window with some stools if you want to "dine in". The guy running the place looked young but was super friendly and seemed genuinely passionate about the deli. He told me they make their meats and soups in store. It was a cold day so I opted for a small size of each of their soils that day- chicken noodle, cream of chicken, and roasted stuffed peppers. Everyone in the family had a taste of each and we all had different favorites so I will conclude that regardless of what you get, you will enjoy it! My husband also had their chicken pesto panini while I split a ham and swim with my son. Good flavors and fresh ingredients. Also excellent proportions. We will definitely be back!

I really liked this spot. The place has the old-school rustic look.. The staff were super friendly…read moreand made conversation, which you don't get much anymore. I got the Italian sub, it came with mortadella, hot capicola, Genoa salami, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, oil, and vinegar on Italian bread. First bite, I was like yes... this is it. The flavor just hits right, salty, tangy, and a little spicy from the capicola. Bread had that perfect chew, not too soft, not rock hard. Maybe could've been a little toastier but that's just me, but honestly, it was solid. We also got the Turkey Cobb. Roasted turkey, blue cheese, and applewood smoked bacon on thick sourdough with avocado. That one was so good. The blue cheese really stood out, packed a flavorful punch that tied it all together. Portions were generous too, I didn't even finish it all in one go. I'd definitely come back and try the other sandwiches.

Fantastic counter order cafe with great service and outstanding Greek food. We came for a late…read morelunch and ordered a few things to share. We had the chicken and artichoke sandwich. It was phenomenal, we also had the portobello mushroom sandwich. It was equally delicious. The sandwiches came with a side each, so we tried a small village salad and they serve served it with fresh bread and butter and we also got them lemon chicken soup and it was very delicious. 10 out of 10.

Excellent food and service. Will be back for sure. Loved the bread, sandwiches, salad and dip…read moretrio. Great spot for a quality lunch.

I've been wanting to try The Elm for quite a while now since I've heard so many good things. So I…read moredecided to stop in during lunch and wow, I was impressed. From the atmosphere, to the decor to the food, everything just felt right. They currently have their winter menu right now and I ended up ordering the Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wrap with sweet potato fries. Definitely a healthier bite on their menu but it was still packed with so much flavor and the perfect buffalo kick. For appetizers I ordered the Tempura Shrimp and I really liked that ALL the food came out steaming hot. I didn't catch our waitress's name but she was informative and kind from the beginning. She even told us they host comedy shows there, which is such a nice touch. I will definitely be returning, especially once warmer Chicago days arrive and their patio can fully be enjoyed.

Overrated Over priced mediocre food. Place is huge and loud…read moretrying to be a downtown restaurant...third time there and done giving it a chance

Service and atmosphere was good. We went during La Grange Restaurant Week. The appetizers were…read moreaverage. The onion soup was good - recommended. The ginger carrot soup needed something - a little bland. The duck entree was covered in too much sauce. I recommend the lamb ribs - delicious. We ordered a scallop appetizer extra, which was excellent. Overall, an okay experience with better than average food. We are on the fence on whether the price is worth the food quality and experience.

Everything went well last night for dinner. It was a friend's selection for our monthly girls…read moredinner, and bonus it was La Grange Restaurant Week. The menu was phenomenal, the server had a great wine selection and the ambiance was so cozy and inviting with beautifully lit tables and a peach color rose bud on every table. Table service was also on point with the server keeping our wine glasses filled and the busboy making sure our flatware was replaced and fresh dishes were added. We each ordered from the RW menu, we got the pistachio crusted lamb, blackberry sage coulis duck breast and halibut and gulf shrimp in a coconut lime sauce. Can't wait to go back to this great find again.

Chef Beau prepared a Christmas dinner for a party of 10 family members. He was prompt and came…read moreprepared to cook a fantastic meal. Dishes came out at just the right pace and he never hesitated to answer our questions as he cooked. The food was delicious! Chef Beau was very personable and stayed around to chat and enjoy a drink. I would recommend Chef Beau to my family and friends, and we will definitely be hiring him again soon!

I thought I would try the service for healthier options. When I picked up the food, Chef Beau to…read moreme, "we're running low on containers so we charge a deposit." Deposit was $150. I had no issue with that as I'm sure it makes people return the containers. We did not care for the food and chose not to try the service again. When I returned the glass containers (admittedly a few months later, but they were returned) I was informed that you have to use their service eight times to get the deposit back. This was the first I heard of it because I would never have agreed. Why would I agreed to use a service for eight times before I even know if I liked it?! Chef Beau said that the policy was explained to me in a "myriad if ways". This is simply not true. He is now refusing to return my $150 deposit even though he has his glass containers back. This is theft of my money as he has his property. It's simple - you charge a deposit for an item, the item gets to return you give back the deposit. Do not use the service!