Great food- honey mustard pecan salad a standout. Sandwiches are big and perfect. Juices are…read moreoutstanding! Good service. Decent prices for the portions.

This meal was so filling and delicious! After traveling into the area, first watch is a convenient…read moreplace to dine before/after the airport. The meal was healthy, filling, and so pretty on the plate. BARBACOA CHILAQUILES BREAKFAST BOWL Seasoned braised Beef Barbacoa tossed with Cheddar and Monterey Jack, salsa roja, crispy corn tortilla chips, fresh avocado, lime crema, Cotija cheese and scallions. Served with cheesy scrambled cage-free eggs and seasoned black beans with housemade pico de gallo. Ambiance is just like the other First Watch locations, and service was quick

Great spot with a lot of space for seating! It's colorful and nicely decorated with a lot of…read moretables, a lot of space, and a lot of food options. We went on a Saturday for late breakfast and was trying to determine what we wanted from all the options. I ordered the corned beef hash (CBH) skillet and a side of pancakes. A country fried steak (CFS) was also ordered on the table, with a side of toast. The CBH was homemade, not from the can. You can see it and taste it. It was very delicious, well made, and wonderfully seasoned. The CFS was covered in sausage gravy, sitting on a bed of hashbrowns and eggs on top. I was told it was delicious. We ordered coffee and fresh squeezed orange juice to drink. The coffee was great. The orange juice had a taste that I wasn't accustomed to, which is odd because I love fresh squeezed juices. Service was attentative and our server was nice. Everyone ensured we were ok and our coffee mugs were full. Glad I went to Elly's. It's one of my favorite places to go.

Amazing Food, A1 Service & a Wonderful Birthday Celebration!…read more We had another amazing experience at Elly's Brunch & Cafe on Cumberland Ave. We were also there celebrating my wife Yesenia's birthday, and the staff helped make the occasion even more special. The food was absolutely amazing--fresh, delicious, and everything came out perfectly. The entire staff is always friendly, welcoming, attentive, and knowledgeable. I especially want to give a big shout-out to our waiter, Victor, for his outstanding service and for taking such great care of us. I also want to recognize Garcia and Sergio, the busboys, who are always hardworking, attentive, and make sure everything is taken care of. Every time we come here, Victor, Garcia, Sergio, and the entire staff make us feel like family. They always welcome us with a great attitude and provide A1 service from beginning to end. Thank you for helping make Yesenia's birthday celebration such a wonderful experience! Great food, great atmosphere, and an incredible staff. We will definitely continue coming back and highly recommend Elly's to anyone looking for a great breakfast or brunch experience!

Came here for business lunch I ordered a tequila old…read morefashioned and it was solid 5/5 not over powering but delicious We then ordered the dry rub wings with a side of ranch 5/5 flavorful, cooked well and hot I ordered a chicken Cesar salad and it was a 3/5 it had more of a heavy pepper flavor which threw me off then I tried their Paloma and that was okay 3/5 heavy on the grapefruit Our server was good and attentive I would definitely come back

This was a cool little sports bar I came in during my Chicago trip. Southern / Texas themed, it is…read morelocated in the "restaurant row" near the Hilton I stayed. I came in for an early lunch, so it was kind of quiet. Coming after my meeting to recover from the business part of my trip, I had a couple of rounds of their Hop City beer, along a pulled pork sandwich and waffle fries. The meat was one seasoned and the barbecue sauce those sweet, had enough of a spicy kick. I'm leaving at three stars, not because it was bad, but rather tagging it with a placeholder list. I will definitely stop byI if I were in the area, certainly not or during a sporting event. I do believe they also have live music in the evenings.

I had three meals while I was in Chicago. My Hotel is on the same lot as Spark by Hilton. After…read moresampling their free breakfast, I decided I needed to pay for it. My first breakfast was ham and eggs with hash browns and whole wheat toast. My second meal was supper. I had a cheeseburger, fries, and their to-die-for chicken noodle soup. (While steak remains strong as my last meal on earth, soup is making a strong argument.) My last meal was breakfast again; this time I had their pork loin, eggs, whole wheat toast, and hash browns. In two of the three visits, I had the same server. She never let my coffee go empty and really paid attention to me. My server for supper was err an issue. In the end, I got my food late.

The ambience here is one that is quickly disappearing in Chicagoland - the Old School American…read morediner :(. All of the older diners have been remodeled or renovated, and the new ones are, well, brand new. The service from Sophia was beyond compared as well as the food (I had my usual strawberry and pineapple vegan bowl as always) We shall definitely return when we are in the area

Call this place blessed by the fates, I ended up at the Holiday Inn not by choice - but by delayed…read moreflight and a comped hotel As being originally from Chicago, kid you not Land & Lake is a hidden gem that is a must visit - whether delayed at ORD or if you are a Chicago native. The bartender Eric was attentive and gave me the recommendations of the arugula salad with shrimp (seriously...best shrimp I've had in years!), and the carrot cake. Guys...this carrot cake is one of the best that I've had in my life and you would think would be on the Gibsons menu. The chef - it's a #girlboss... her and her crew can COOK what's even better is the kitchen is in the open by the bar so you can watch the magic happen. So near, far wherever you are (coming from), check out Land & Lake!

An unexpected pleasant surprise! I decided to meet friends for a quick lunch immediately after…read morethey flew into Chicago and came upon Land & Lake. At first glance, I wasn't sure what to expect as I drove up to dated looking hotel near O'Hare. Once I entered the restaurant I saw a clean, spacious dining room with friendly staff ready to greet us. I also spotted a cute outdoor patio with flower boxes for outdoor seating. The food was delicious! The menu featured traditional breakfast and lunch items including wraps, sandwiches, entrées, salads and more! We had the blackened cod sandwich accompanied by house-made tartar sauce and garlic parmesan fries which were savory and crisp! Our party also had the grilled cheese and tomato sandwiches with bacon and avocado and everything was cooked to order and tasted fresh and flavorful. I would definitely come back for lunch if in the area!

My husband and I recently visited for the first time with his parents, and we absolutely loved it…read more My in-laws come here often since they live nearby, so when we were in the area, we decided to finally give it a try. (Sorry, no pictures this time! I was enjoying my food so much that I completely forgot.) The ambiance is welcoming, bright, and modern, and the restaurant is much larger than I expected. Everything was clean, and our waitress was friendly and attentive throughout our visit. I ordered the Lox Plate, and it was outstanding. The salmon had the perfect texture and seasoning, the cucumbers and bagel were fresh, and all of the flavors paired together beautifully. I love seeing lox on a menu, but many restaurants either don't do it well or serve portions that are too small. Here, everything was spot on, and the portion was generous enough that I left completely satisfied. Everyone in our group enjoyed their meal, and my husband and I have already said we'll be back very soon. This restaurant is a fantastic addition to the neighborhood, especially since there aren't many local breakfast spots nearby that aren't part of a chain. Highly recommend!

The Vanilla Iced Latte w/ Oatmilk was to my liking. It had no sugar and it was balanced flavor…read morewise. The Oatmilk always hits. The Corn Beef hash skillet was a good too. I will say a 4/5 - wish it had my Corned Beef and a bit more crisp. I liked that the onions & peppers were chopped the same size and had a good amount of cheese. Beautiful decor inside. Very bright and inviting. The staff is very nice but they definitely need more help in the dining room...maybe an extra waiter/waitress or 2. It does get very busy especially on the weekends. I will go there again.

Too noisy. Menu suggests a fine-dining experience but, the noisy vibe and disinterested staff…read moresuggest sports bar vibe. Food was just so-so. The Moroccan Tagine was overly salted. The Tuna Poke was heavy on the wasabi (even though it was requested to go easy).

We went to the new glenview location and it was awesome!!! Sasha was the best server, highly…read morerecommend this place and him!

This breakfast house has PASSION & great service. The food…read moretastes very fresh: the salad was crunchy & balanced, the BLT wasn't too salty & full of flavor, and the chorizo hash had a great ratio of meat/veggies/egg. Their playlist curates a cozy vibe, 90s disco with modern flair. The seating was very comfortable. If you're looking to do some work here, there's an outlet accessible booth on the left side. You'll notice everyone wearing a shirt that says "Food is our LOVE language" & it really shows. This is the kind of spot you hope never changes.

I've heard rumors that this was the go to corner spot for a great meal. To my surprise it wasn't…read morewhat I expected , I arrived with guests as we all wanted to try something different. I chose the turkey sandwich and it was kind of a let down. The best thing was the nice crunch from the toast it came on. There were maybe two slices of turkey on the sandwich. The rest was crisp lettuce and fresh tomato. The fries were great. The breakfast burrito was good but overly saucy it took away the flavor from the ingredients inside. The French toast was great if you have a sweet tooth but the bread was slightly smaller than I expected. The ambiance isn't anything extravagant but also homely in a way. It's a solid 4 and not a back to back ,but will consider going again in the future.

Yesterday, I was at O'Hare Terminal 5 waiting for my flight to board when a delay happened…read more No biggie as this is what happens in today's world. So, I'm walking around, and being a bit hungry I saw The Hampton Social satellite restaurant and decided to give this famous restaurant a try; and it was packed, which was a good sign. I ordered their fried chicken sandwich with Cole slaw. I got a stool at the bar and waited for my number to be called. Within 10 minutes "5120" was hollered "your order is ready for pick up". I grabbed my bag, walked over to my stool and lo and behold I got a very salty smash burger with fries? What the hell? I didn't have the time to replace this mishap, so I ate as much my palette could handle. I was disappointed and salted out. I'm sure their regular stand alone restaurant is good and something like this would never happen.......but there I was very dejected!

After my flight was delayed 2 hours, I decided I needed something to eat…read more The Hampton Social was close to my gate and they had seats open and available. I decided on the breakfast sandwich and an espresso martini. The breakfast sandwich was delicious! It came with scrambled eggs, cheddar and bacon on a toasted buttery croissant. It was absolutely delicious! It also came with a side of fruit (pineapple, honeydew and grapes), which was very fresh and also delicious. To drink I had an espresso martini. It was very good. My server and bartender was Sean. He was attentive and checked in on me often. I also found out they offer their cocktails to go. This is good to know if you're trying to catch your flight. For the breakfast sandwich and espresso martini it cost about $40 including tax. I found that to be very reasonable considering it's at the airport.

A birthday dinner that was worth the trip! Here's my full review:…read more I will be honest, it's not a place for true authentic Latin cuisine. In fact, if anyone is reading, I urge you to visit restaurants in the little village, pilsen, or midway area. There are bountiful places to explore in the Chicago area if you're looking for Latin food, so please do your research! HOWEVER, this isn't to say that this is a place to ignore. The atmosphere is vibrant, the restaurant is lively, and the location itself is seated in the Rosemont square. If you're in the area and looking for a fun time, this is definitely an option hands down! The service was very friendly and helpful despite the wait and business they had. If you plan on coming, be mindful that weekends in the Rosemont area means that many people will be out and about. We had a reservation, so I also recommend making one prior to visiting. The food was alright! I got the "Torta de portabella" which is essentially a mushroom sandwich... If you're looking for a meatless friendly option here, this is something I recommend. I think the drinks are what make the place, and I honestly believe that the margaritas make a great impression. I also would like to note that you can take them to go and walk around the Rosemont area (just not outside of it)! Overall, I don't know how likely I am to come again (the prices were a bit stiff, but to be fair I did go with 4 other people), but if I'm free on a nice summer day like this one, who knows!

Fat Rosie's is a good chain Mexican restaurant. It's got a fun vibe - very colorful and bright…read more Their menu is solid with lots of variety. We made reservations for an early dinner with two birthdays in our party. At 5 PM on a Monday night, the place was still empty and quiet. I'll mention this later but the service was outstanding. They bring chips and salsa to the table when you arrive. The chips were very good. I found the salsa to be on the sweeter side which isn't my preference, but it was good. We orders queso and guacamole for the table. Both were delicious. For our dinners we had a variety of items - two people shared their nachos, one person had enchilada del mole, and two of us had Cochinita Pibil. Everyone was happy with their food. While not the best Mexican food we've had, the meals were solid. I can only speak to the cochinta pibil - roasted pork and beans with a citrus salsa. I thought the food was tasty but the pork was a little dry and overcooked. The beans were very rich and the salsa was great - very spicy with a wonderful flavor. The others in our party were also happy with their meals. They do give people with birthdays a desert. But the portions were so large, we decided to skip the deserts. What made this an even better visit was our server, Carlos G. He was attentive, polite, present, and very cheerful. I don't often mention servers by name, but he really was that good.