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Had a great girl dinner with some friends at Cira on a Friday night. The crowd was really chill and the vibe was 30s and 40s. What I liked is that the DJ was spinning some good music and the drinks were flowing. On this occasion, I had a really good spicy Margarita and I also had a Hugo spritz. That paired really well with the cheeseburger and french fries. Cheeseburger is on lunch menu. For the table, some of my friends also ordered the hummus which was really good and another favorite was the baba ghanoush. All in all it was a very nice dinner and I would definitely come hang out, but I get this establishment if I was in the Fulton market area
Went to Cira for brunch! We ordered a good variety of options from the pick 3 pastries, to the breakfast sandwich. Overall, taste of food was good, but nothing spectacular. Located inside of the Hoxton Hotel, the ambiance was very upscale and the high ceilings helped with the acoustics. Service was great and our waiter provided lots of information to help our table order. Overall, we enjoyed our experience at Cira. I would recommend checking it out!
Beautiful atmosphere, decent food, outstanding service. this restaurant is located on the first floor of a hotel. it has a really nice atmosphere -- rustic, open, bright, with comfortable couches and a bar. i ordered the shakshuka with chicken sausage on the side -- a bit salty, bread was good, but flavorful! my friend ordered the mortadella breakfast sandwich but she doesn't eat pork so they offered to replace it with avocado. she didn't end up liking the sandwich because she didn't like avocado, but the waiter noticed she wasn't a huge fan and totally took it off our bill entirely without even questioning or asking us. that was a really nice gesture! overall i'd say the food is decent, but the service and atmosphere were absolutely phenomenal and stood out to me. i'd come again to try more dishes and sit in the nice space , but i do not expect to be blown away by the food.
Came here for breakfast and was greeted and seated right away. The restaurant is located on the first floor of the Hoxton hotel. I liked that the menu had lots of healthy options like avocado toast. I ended up getting the avocado toast with a side of 2 poached eggs. My breakfast came out pretty quickly and came out exactly as ordered. Tasty, filling, and healthy. A bit on the pricier side given they're nothing too special or inventive, but honestly I was just looking for something simple. Service was prompt and professional. TLDR; very solid breakfast spot if you want "basic" healthy breakfast options.
Came here right after brunch and honestly had such a good experience overall. We sat at the bar, which ended up being one of my favorite parts because the bartenders were super nice at the beginning and made the whole vibe feel really welcoming and relaxed. We ordered the Crispy Falafel with garlic yogurt, seasonal pickles, and lemon oil, and I was actually obsessed with it. I've never had falafel before, so I didn't totally know what to expect, but it was absolutely delicious. The garlic yogurt added such a good flavor to everything and tied it all together perfectly. My only tiny complaint is that I wish there had been a little more of the yogurt because it was that good. For drinks, I got the Tequila Sunset with tequila, saffron liqueur, orange, grenadine, and lime, plus a mimosa, and both were amazing. Super refreshing and perfect for a brunch into afternoon drinks kind of day. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was that the service towards the end wasn't the best, but honestly, it still didn't ruin the experience for us. The food, drinks, and overall atmosphere still made it a really fun spot, and somewhere I'd definitely go back to again.
Very yummy and the service was great! It did take 15 minutes to actually be sat for my reservation but happily there was a lounge area to sit and relax prior. All of the food was delicious! The ambiance was lovely as well
Went to grab brunch. Enjoyed the experience. I just didnt like the number of dogs I saw at the front area. I had the cream cheese stuffed blintzes, maple sausage, and emperor elixir. I enjoyed it. Cute spot. Service was good.
Beautiful restaurant located inside the Hoxton Hotel in Chicago, and the space itself sets the tone right away. The atmosphere is lively yet intimate, perfect for a date night or a special dinner without feeling stuffy or overly formal. Service was great - attentive without being intrusive, and our server checked in just enough to make sure everything was going well. Hummus: 9/10 Not much to say other than it was incredible. Smooth and flavourful Falafel: 9/10 Perfectly crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. It was paired with pickled ginger and carrots, which complemented the saltiness of the falafel beautifully and added a nice brightness. Lamb Kofta: 9/10 So much depth of flavor with a great texture. Somewhat firm but not dry with a nice bounciness that made it really enjoyable to eat. Pistachio Ravioli: 10/10 my favourite dish of the night. The ravioli was cooked al dente with just the right amount of filling and paired with an orange blossom sauce that surprisingly worked perfectly with the nuttiness of the pistachio. Steak Skewers: 8.5/10 Cooked to perfection and incredibly tender. The beans served alongside were amazing as well. My only complaint is that the steak was slightly lacking in flavour, it could have used a sauce to elevate it but it was still excellent on its own. Lamb Chops: 9/10 Perfectly cooked and packed with flavour. Came with a lamb sausage spanakopita that was delicious. My only disappointment was that there were just two small chops. Rice Pudding Brulee: 7/10 Not bad. I'm not a big dessert person in general, but this was decent. Not too sweet, and the texture of the rice was really well done. Salted Tahini Ice Cream: 7.5/10 A mild, nutty flavor that was unique and interesting.
We dined here recently as a group of eight for a milestone birthday celebration. It was a very good meal in a lively but noisy atmosphere. Since we were a larger party with a variety of dietary preferences and restrictions, we had the opportunity to try a broad range of their offerings. There were some hits and a few misses, but in the end everyone came away quite happy. Appetizers: Hummus - fairly standard, topped with a pumpkin seed relish and served with pita. Baba ganoush - flavor was a little understated, could have used a little more spice. Seared octopus - tender and flavorful with a delicious za'atar relish; one of the favorites of the evening Mushroom skewer - I didn't personally try this (the vegetarians among us finished this off), but it was well-liked by those who ate it Pastas: Squash mezzaluna - cooked in brown butter and served with an agrodolce sauce, this was really excellent. Good thing we got two orders of this. Pistachio ravioli - orange butter saffron sauce topped with garlic bread crumbs, this was another favorite of the table. Mains: Grilled dorade - cooked with the skin on and topped with panzanella and a caper relish, this was one of my favorites but it was less well-received by others. The fish was well-prepared and moist. Chicken confit - prepared with a pepper and mushroom cacciatore, this was a miss for most of us. The tomato-based sauce just didn't seem to work, and it was hard to get the chicken off the bones in a clean manner. Tuscan steak skewers - we asked for medium rare but they came out medium, but it was still tender and flavorful. This was served on a bed of beans that looked odd but worked well. Desserts: Apple mille-feuille cake - caramel and mascarpone and thinly sliced apples; really very good Baklava with berry compote - it seemed like a good idea, but in the end it just didn't work. The baklava rolls were a little dry and hard to cut as well. Service was excellent. It is very loud in here and it's hard to have a conversation with anyone who isn't seated right next to you. The restaurant has also bought into the trend of keeping the lights at a very low level, which I guess is done for ambience but sometimes it would be nice to be able to see your food a little better.
5 Stars for a beautiful dining area and lounge, fantastic breakfast, and kind service. We arrived for brunch (without a reservation) on a Saturday and were excited to see they had room. The hostess took us over to the main dining area (there's also a lounge area closer to the entrance that looks like a lovely place to hand for drinks and bites). Shah was our server and he helped us pick the fluffy pancakes, the shakshuka, and crispy breakfast potatoes. All three were perfect. The shakshuka had a bold, rich, and deep flavor. The spices in this really shone and we were grateful for the crusty toast served alongside. The pancakes were such a delight!! Fluffy and almost like little soufflés! The compote and syrup gave us a perfect tangy/sweet combo and the side of crispy potatoes gave me the crunch and salt I desired. We were thankful for Shah's guidance and loved chatting with the chef who also stopped by. Overall, a definite repeat-worthy spot!
Super impressed with this spot. The ambience was an EASY 5 stars: massive restaurant and beautiful decor and natural lighting. We came for dinner after drinks at lazy bird downstairs. We ordered wine, which was excellent and falafel and bruschetta to start. Very fresh and good flavor. We ordered gnocchi for the main and it was pretty good but not the star of the show. Would def come back to try more of their well balanced menu!!
Came here for breakfast! Coffee was pretty decent but loved the avocado toast! Probably one of the best I've had in a while and the potatoes were perfection. Had some bacon on the side too but it's pretty standard. The space is so open and very much giving West Loop vibes.
This place gets really busy on a Friday or Saturday night. It takes a while to order at the bar and I wouldn't blame the bartenders but some of them just plainly ignore you and go to the person who come after us. The drinks were alright got their tequila sunrise and it was so bad. Ambiance and music is Great and it seems like it's first come first serve for seats after a certain time. There's a photo booth around the corner and lazy bird right downstairs.
4 years ago
We came here for brunch and loved it. The ambiance was great, with good music, floor to ceiling windows, tons of natural lighting, and amazing food. We ordered the Shashuka, French Toast, crispy potatoes, coffee, and a cappuccino. The French Toast was some of the best we've ever had, and the Shashuka flavor was perfect. Will def be back and tell others to come here as well! read more
4 years ago
I had a slightly different experience for dinner for restaurant week than I did brunch previously. The atmosphere and wait staff was just as great but the food was nothing special. The $60 dinner deal came with a stuffed date for the first course which was overpowered by the olive sauce it was sitting on. For second course my friend and I split the brown butter hummus and the burrata dishes. Hummus was good but the burrata was truly nothing special at all, I've had better burrata from a grocery store...it had some mint on it which didn't do much at all. The third course we split the rigatoni pasta dish and the burnt ends. The rigatoni was too undercooked in an extremely acidic, nothing special tomato sauce that was supposed to have guaciale which was no where to be found. The burnt ends were good, however. Had nice flavor. The final course we split the date cake the chocolate ganache tart. Both did look beautiful-the chocolate tart was great but the date cake was very bland. Overall very much would not recommend the restaurant week deal for the price. Stick to this spot for breakfast or drinks. read more
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2 years ago
This is a gem! Beautiful setting, especially at the Holidays. The coffee is fresh and the brunch dish was excellent! read more
Cira totally lived up to the expectations in terms of food. I came here for restaurant week and was absolutely spoiled! Notable items: -Mezze platter, especially the sunchokes! -Swordfish meatballs - so unique but perfectly cooked and paired with the sauces -Chocolate cremeux with banana turmeric ice cream - this was the best dessert I have ever had period! It had chocolate cream, banana turmeric ice cream, cookie crumbs, peanut butter, and jam. The layers just kept appearing and every bite tasted like a whole new dessert. Can not recommend enough. Forgettable items: -potato-crusted skate wing was bland and extremely chewy, with not enough sauce to make it edible. The atmosphere was great as well despite being super loud! I will definitely come back for a new round of tastings. read more
I went to Cira for lunch, and the best thing about Cira is their small plate options. For appetizers, I had the brown butter hummus, I was a little skeptical about the pumpkin seeds at first but the hummus turned out amazing. The pita bread was warm as well, I highly recommend getting the hummus, huge fan. The moroccan tuna tartare, I wasn't really crazy about it. I didn't like the grainy taste of the crackers. The coal city blues was delish, I liked how it wasn't too sweet. read more
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5 years ago
I randomly went here because I was so hungry and this place was conveniently in a corner by me. It's all street parking around fyi. Well I was pleasantly surprised when I walked in. It's part of a hotel lobby. It's soo big and beautiful inside! The hostesses were so nice from the get-go. We were seated so quickly even though it was so busy. It was so gorgeous I kept looking around. They decorated for Christmas too which made the place more gorgeous. They even had a DJ playing music! Food was good and served quickly! Even got a drink and nothing disappointed. It makes me wonder how the hotel itself is! I definitely want to come back! read more
I come to the hoxton often for their speakeasy in the basement. Recently I've been coming to the restaurant area to work. It's spacious, well lit, and not too loud in the day time. Five star service. The food is really good. My favorite is the rice bowl. The flavors work so well together and the perfect portion for lunch. The burger and fries are also very good. This place has moved its way up to one of my favorite lunch spots. There is street parking available, but sometimes it's hard to find. But there is also valet. read more
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3 years ago
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Cira is a great brunch spot/ cafe in west loop! Even on weekend mornings, with the large space, you can walk in. Everyone is kind and the space is beautiful. I personally think the service and the atmosphere is 5/5 while the food is more like 4/5. I recently tried the banana bread and it became one of my favorite things in their menu. I also like their classic breakfast and avocado toast. However there are some items in the menu like the crudités that comes in very small portions for the price. Also the pastry menu changes frequently so what you like might not be there the next time you go - even though banana bread seems like a staple. i also did not particularly enjoy the dinner. I have gotten their pasta in the past (if I recall it was something like pistachio ravioli) and I remember the flavor was a bit bland - but still a lovely spot and great service. So overall, I'd recommend this place, but stick with some go-to reliable menu items. read more
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Thank you for this review. It's great that the banana bread stood out…
3 years ago
Update! Of course this place is gorgeous so returning to try the brunch was a whole DUH! My server was nice and working hard to accommodate when things needed to be fixed. I ordered a decaf latte (too bitter for me) and the French toast. They use a good bread for the French toast. I don't like super sweet foods so this was on assignment. What makes it sweet is if you have the orange marmalade and whipped cream. I would've went more for a blueberry compote myself. For extra sweetness add the maple syrup, which is good syrup. I subtracted the marmalade and just drizzled the syrup. Now what I didn't expect to love was the milk chocolate granola on top. Now THAT was good with the almonds. read more
Experience: With a party of two during brunch hours we were able to be seated fairly quickly. It seems to be connect to a hotel so that was pretty neat. Location/ neighborhood is awesome to explore. Parking: There is paid street parking available, and possible valet. Unsure about free spots. Worth: Absolutely worth the visit. Great location and amazing staff! Venue is amazing! The ambience was casual yet bougie at the same time if that makes sense? They had a DJ while we were there. We were seated on a couch which was fairly comfortable. Food was good but it is smaller portions depending what you get. read more
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7 years ago
Although I've had Mediterranean food so many time, this is my first time having Turkish food. Honestly, I can't really tell how different Turkish food is, but food here was amazing. And hey, taste is all that matters! Between my friend and me, we shared Grilled Moscardini Octopus, Oyster Mushroom, Spinach Anchovy Toast, and Lamb Tagine ("Mixed Grill of Lamb"). There was plenty food to share and everything was so delicious. The toast was to die for - the sesame on the outside made the texture super crunchy. Mixed Grill of Lamb was one of the best lamb dishes I've ever had. The pita bread that came with it was fluffy and soft. There was a lot of toppings using onion, tomato, etc. The topping by itself was a little too sweet and strong, but it tasted perfect when you mixed with the main ingredient. There're many other dishes I'm interested in, so I'm planning my next visit very soon. read more
4 years ago
First, this is the cutest daytime lounge/restaurant I have been to in a while! The vibe and energy lifted my mood as soon as I walked in. All of the staff seemed to be in great spirits and acknowledged my presence kindly! I came by myself and still felt very welcomed the entire time. I had the Challah French Toast, Maple-Sage Sausage, and Crispy potatoes which were very yummy. The portions were great, I had enough to fill me up and take home as well. Wouldn't necessarily recommend for a date, but will definitely bring my girls here for a brunch when they visit town! The only reason I rate a 4 is that the openness of the place takes away from the intimacy I prefer in a dining experience, but for what was offered it was great! read more
3 years ago
Pricey drinks but cannot complain since they were actually open for an early happy hour. Many Fulton Market establishments don't open until 5/6pm. read more
2 years ago
Delicious food and cocktails. Will come back. Atmosphere was very nice but not overwhelming. read more
4 years ago
Loved cira great brunch place in west loop!! Generous portion of food and the drinks were well made too! It was a very young crowd! Super lively ! And there was she playing Siri g the day time too read more
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3 years ago
This place has phenomenal food! Everything we had was amazing and probably some of the most delicious hummus with pita I have ever eaten in my life. I would say the drinks and dessert could use improvement, but the food deserves 10 stars! Server was nice and food was coursed out properly plus he gave us all the right info we needed about vegetarian dishes and non veg dishes. I would eat here again and this says alot because alot of restaurants have changed after the pandemic. read more
If there's one thing my friend and I love, it's small plates and Mediterranean food. So we had to check out Cira while she was visiting. The service was amazing. She gave us reccomend actions and answered all our little questions. But somehow the food was even better. We got some dips of course. And then the squash and panzanella salad. And wow. What a fun take on those dishes. I'm gonna have to try to recreate the Caesar salad squash at home! I will say the drinks were only okay. We got 2 tequila drinks that didn't really pair well with the Mediterranean food so maybe that's why. And I was surprised it was in the lobby of the hotel. I thought it was a stand alone place and the crowds with suitcases killed the vibe for me a little bit. For those 2 reasons I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5. But this is a really great spot! Drinks were okay Was surprised it was in the lobby of the h read more
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1 year ago
4 years ago
Food 80 Drinks 90 Service 65 (slow) We went on a weekday for breakfast, that's my experience. read more
Outstanding for brunch, dinner, and everything in between. Welcoming you to Fulton Market district, the hoxton hotel has a few options for eats and drinks that highlight local restaurant groups. Cira is a perfect fusion of modern twists on Mediterranean flavors. The service is outstanding and the seating options are vast. Dogs are welcome, which is why this is one of my favorite places to invite friends for a bite to eat. While it isn't the cheapest meal, it is similarly priced to other local spots in the area. A $16 avocado toast can be steep (although the flavors are unique)- but the $14 shakshuka is a value (and flavor) win! All in all, check this place out! read more
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4 years ago
Loved the ambience and liveliness of the restaurant and the menu had some good vegetarian options, however talk about small plates- totally We had to 3 orders of one dish for the table but no complains since very bite tasted amazing! The butter hummus & pistachio ravioli stole the show :) recommended for an intimate date night ! read more
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I always drink at the Hoxton but never dined at Cira. I was lost but now I'm found. Delicious! Tried the Feast of Cira... we were forewarned it was a lot of food. The amount of food and tastings was amazing! Our server Bruce was great. We started with the Mezze platter where you get all of the spreads on the menu. My favorite was the Muhammara spread that contained dates, nuts and red pepper. Amazing. Then you move on to a few shared plates. The burrata toast with mushrooms was a nice bite. I enjoyed the mushroom topping wasn't crazy about the bread. Salmon dish that accompanied this was so damn good with a ton of onion and I didn't even mind. The next round of tapas was the lamb shank and rice dish. I didn't care for the rice but the lamb was delicious. The next round, yes there was a next round... was a pasta dish that our server hyped up but failed to meet the hype and a farina mushroom dish that I loved! Took the rest home it was that tasty. Lastly there was dessert. Man, whatever the put in that bowl of ice cream carrot cake goodness?? I want seconds!! Carrot Cake with cream cheese and that tahini mousse, with pineapple, honey-sesame ice cream I WOULD COME IN TO DINE FOR THIS ALONE! Yer read more
5 years ago
Really fun place to eat and grab drinks. The cocktails were strong and tasty! I got the ginger cloud (not overly ginger), the el califa, the mezze platter, falafel, and lamb. The falafel was particularly yummy with the yogurt sauce. The lamb was very soft - the flavor really came from the sauce on top and the bits of raisins. They did get my drink order wrong and double charged me for the wrong drink. The food was also on the more expensive end. But it was tasty overall and I would go back again. read more
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Thank you so much for the fantastic review, Meghana! We are so happy…
Cira was a good choice for a nice dinner and a good vibe. It's inside the Hoxon Hotel and has a pretty space which I liked a lot. I've been to Cabra on the rooftop of this hotel and Cira has a similar trendy upscale feel. We went on a Saturday around 8 and there were a good amount of people but not crowded. We got a bottle of wine, I think the Bertrand and it was reasonably priced and really good, would recommend. For food: 1. Muhammara: amazing, mix of spicy and sweet, came with naan which was also good, recommend 2. Pistachio Ravioli: unique flavor and sweet, liked a lot and a specialty at this restaurant 3. Glazed North African Lamb Shoulder: good flavor and well cooked, not super unique but solid 4. Goat Cheese Filled Francobolli: also good, goat cheese was yummy, just a small portion The food was all good but nothing over the top, the ambiance was the best part and everything was priced well for a cute nice-casual dinner. I would go back for sure. read more
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Updating review because I finally went to dinner here (+got drinks at Lazybird after). The service here was awesome - it was our friends birthday so they brought out complimentary Prosecco for all of us, plus our waitress was all-around awesome and very accommodating in regards to my severe nut allergy. We went for a late dinner so ended up ordering every dip on the menu plus multiple orders of falafel. My official dip ranking (excluding muhammara as I wasn't able to eat that) is: 1. brown butter hummus 2. beet tehina (tbh it was hard to pick between 1 and 2 and i consider both a must order) 3. whipped feta 4. sunflower green garlic (the only one that was kinda meh to me) Falafel was awesome, definitely order. I also recommend you ask for extra pita and crudités on the side if you get dips. I think there are better Mediterranean/Middle Eastern restaurants around Chicago, but for drinks and small stuff to eat this is pretty good, especially when you factor in overall ambiance and service. read more
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Thank you, Sarah, for leaving Cira such positive feedback! We are so…
7 years ago
Came here late on a Saturday for Restaurant Week and the lobby was packed by the bar, making the entire place noisy and requiring loud voices for our dinner conversation to be heard above the din. With a reservation, we were seated immediately. Between the two of us, we ordered (my favorites starred): First course brown butter hummus and shrimp skordalia* Main course Lamb shoulder roulade and skatewing* Dessert carrot cake and chocolate cremeux* The hummus was solid, and reading other reviews, a popular staple and much recommended item off their regular menu. I did enjoy it, and it was a fresh take with the added sprinkled brown butter crunch, pumpkin relish, and pickled radish slices. The pita bread was still warm and soft, although the ratio of hummus to pita bread was too great. This was my first intro to skordalia and I really enjoyed it. The garlic potato paste complemented the shrimp well, although the plating/presentation choices caused the dish to cool faster than we ate it. The skatewing was tender, and breaded with a good exterior crunch. The lamb portion was modest, the meat tender, and served atop a bed of dill rice and plenty of parsley and other fresh herbs. The carrot cake dessert was decorated with dollops of cream cheese, and was a bit too salty for my taste. The cremeux was simpler, but with a mix of textures and a more satisfying finish to the meal. read more
My friend and I went to Cira this past weekend for brunch. First things first, definitely make a reservation! It was pretty darn packed when we popped in so you'll want to be all set when you walk in the door. This is a very pretty restaurant, good food, great service - it was just missing a bit of the personality feel for me. It felt very manufactured and big box style, our server must have been bogged with way too many tables as we'd sit for long periods of time just waiting...waiting...waiting. Now Cira is still fairly new so these may just be some growing pains that need to be worked through. We started with the Baklava Kouign Amann ($5). It was soft and delicate with a pretty sugar coating on top. We agreed this was good but not great and it's not an item we would get again. My friend had the full Turkish Breakfast ($16) and loved it. When the tray came out full of ingredients, it had that 'wow' factor with tables staring in awe! I had the Turkish Sausage Eggs ($16) benedict. I liked this just fine but ended up getting a side of extra meat to add a bit to it. It was a smaller eggs benedict dish than you may be used to, which is completely fine just something to be aware of. Again a dish I liked, but wouldn't get again because I didn't find it amazing, just middle of the road good. I liked the food just fine but it's not a place I'd rush out to or am dying to come out to again. Service, food and atmosphere was all A-OK. read more
5 years ago
Second time here, however this time much busier as I came directly after work for a quick bite. I was a party of one and was seated very quickly, but at 6:30 the restaurant seemed as though it could still accommodate a medium size party. I waited to be served a bit longer than I would have liked but my waitress was very nice. I came with the intention to get a dish however the dish and the back up dish wasn't available. Settled for the crispy falafel and it was DELICIOUS. Crispy on the outside, soft and flavorful on the inside; practically melted in my mouth. It's paired with a yogurt sauce and pickled veggies which truly complimented the dish well. My waitress suggested pear necessities as a drink. It was mezcal based so think smoky, but it was quite mild. I didn't taste much of the pear but it was smoky & savory and definitely something I'd order again. Overall great vibe read more
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Brea, we're so grateful for this kind review! It's so refreshing to…
8 years ago
Great & lively atmosphere! Dined here this Friday and it was fairly busy when we arrived. We made reservations prior so we seated promptly. We shared 6 dishes between the 2 of us including the hummus, smoked mackerel taramasala, manti, pistachio ravioli, roasted blowfish tails, and octopus salad. We felt like some of dishes were better than others but didn't really have a favorite of the night. However, we were quite full and I wish we would have saved room for dessert. Service was excellent, and they had a DJ playing some music later on in the night. Prices are reasonable, ended up being around $140 for the two of us (w/o tax + tip). Sharing is definitely the way to go here and they also offer a "feast of Cira" option for $65 pp which is a family-style feast of mediterranean flavors served for the entire table with seasonal ingredients. I would probably come back again to try their brunch and some of the other items on the menu. Nice spot for a date or to meet up for drinks & small plates with friends. read more
4 years ago
Muhammara- 5/5 Pistachio ravioli- 2/5 (too sweet for my liking) Salsa con coco- 4.5/5 Mocktail- forgetting the name but- 5/5 Ambience-5/5 read more
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Thank you, Prashmi, for your honest feedback. I am happy to hear that…
2 years ago
Went with a friend on a weeknight for dinner. We split the Muhammara dip and I thought it was just okay. However I liked the campanelle au pistau that I got - a little salty but not overly so, would order it again. My friend got the pistachio ravioli - the bite she gave me was very good and I can see why it's such a popular dish! read more
Torn between a 3 or 4 star, really because of the dishes. I really like the ambiance there, it's casual but still sleek and great for date night/first date/meet ups. The lighting is on point. Service was also excellent, our waitress was super sweet and the bus boys attentive with changing out our plates and utensils throughout the meal. Cocktails were also good, I really enjoyed Helen's Whim. For a party of 4: Apps: Salt cod agro dolce - tangy fried cod, pretty good but really SMALL portion Chorizo - good, standard what you'd expect Brown Butter Hummus - recommended by our waitress and my FAV dish of the meal, definitely ask for more pita bread! Roasted blowfish tails - kind of fishy, had a lot of bones!!! mehhh Pistachio ravioli - I was excited by this bc normally its pretty good but the balance of the flavors was off. The pasta itself was done well. Manti (lamb dumplings) - again, it had potential but the seasoning ratio was off, like too much coriander or something in the filling. Mains: Halibut- good but not mind blowing Octopus- good but not mind blowing Duck Confit with crispy rice- Yes! 2nd FAV dish of the meal! 40oz Steak- would not order again, bland and lots of gristle Dessert: Honey Mille Feuille- really gross. I've always finished my dessert no matter what, but after 1 bite of this, I just could not. Honey sesame brittle ice cream- good but not great Espresso Cardamom ice cream- good but not great See what I mean about the dishes!? Overall I'd come back for the hummus and duck/crispy rice and just get some drinks! Total came to be about $490 without tip but we drank a lot :) read more
3 years ago
Not a fan of Mediterranean food but had to come here for a team lunch. I was pleasantly surprised. The food was very good and service was great also. read more
5 years ago
I was quite impressed with all of the food here!! I went for my birthday brunch with my family. The server recommended the hummus to start off which was quite tasty and easy to share. We also shared the banana bread which was quite moist and tasty, the honey butter definitely made the dish though. My mom and I shared the smoked trout toast and challah French toast. The Trout was so flavorful. I was obsessed with the orange marmalade in the French toast. For my birthday they gave a free dessert that said happy birthday on the plate, had a candle, and a mini square of birthday cake. It wasn't really much to eat but was a cute photo. I also got the tiramisu which has espresso ice cream on top that was irresistible. The butter rum cake had to be my favorite though, all the elements of apple were extremely fresh sweet and yummy. Service was alright but they were clearly understaffed. There seemed to be only two servers and a manager running the entire restaurant. read more
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Thank you for this lovely review, Lexi! We love the concept of a…
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200 N Green St
Chicago, IL 60607
Fulton Market, West Loop, Near West Side
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(312) 761-1777
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Hi, is the restaurant dog friendly?
Yes. We welcome dogs in our lounge area. We serve food and drink throughout.
Are you open for Christmas dinner?
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