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    City Works

    3.8 (416 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    CITY WORKS ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
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    Good for kids

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    Mary R.

    It was very good! A very spacious place. Bar sitting High tables big booths Low tables The bbq wings were yummy . The pulled pork too. The bread with our friend's salad was yummy. It's a big place service was fine. They checked on us many times .

    Interesting way to serve wine
    Kristen D.

    Stopped in for lunch really just hoping to find a place that I could sit solo and read while enjoying my food and a beverage. Overall, around 1:15 on Monday, City Works was pretty quiet. The hostess was quick to assist me and give me the choice of where I would like to sit. My server was attentive and thorough in checking in throughout my visit. City Works has a nice lunch and happy hour menu. Decent price for just the right size portion. I got the 1/2 pesto margherita flatbread and Caesar salad and found that neither of them were anything remarkable. Additionally, I intentionally brought ear plugs so I could focus on reading and even with your plugs in the music was still incredibly loud. Overall, city Works was a fine stop in my day, but definitely did not leave a lasting impression that will have me running back again.

    Fish & Chips
    Michelle F.

    We came to City Works (CW) after the theater as there aren't many places open later in the area. CW is basically a pub/bar good for a variety of drinks and bar food meals. We ordered the bbq chicken chopped salad and it was pretty good. The fish & chips only came with 2 small pieces of fish. It had a pretty good malt flavor in the batter. We felt they should have offered 3 pieces because the pieces were smaller. We had more fries than fish! Service was really good, the place was clean and parking was close by. I would definitely try them again but only for thier bar food ie; burgers, sandwiches, wings etc...

    Kang Z.

    The space is really great, prefect for watching the game. My server was also amazing and checked in a few times to make sure everything was going well. I got a Caesar salad and fried chicken sandwich. The salad was good but the sandwich was really lackluster.

    Karyn M.

    This is a large and spacious sports bar/restaurant with a rather nondescript name. So nondescript I know we've dined here before several times but my companion doesn't remember the experience. We didn't have a reservation but they seated us right away in a booth with good views of the numerous screens featuring March Madness games, as well as a large chalkboard with all of the beer selections. There's a tempting assortment of apps and we ordered the fried pickles which comes in a cute fryer basket with a dipping sauce. It came out hot from the fryer. This is how the City Works. My companion ordered a steak salad. I picked a Smokehouse burger which comes with pulled pork, provolone and onion rings (this is what sold me). I asked for it without the brioche bun and to substitute Brussels sprouts for the fries. Our server was ok with the subs because this is how the City Works Our food came out hot, tasted good, and looked appealing. Someone at another table thought it looked good too and asked what we ordered. The pulled pork on top of my burger was a little tough and the sprouts could have been cooked a little more but overall the food was good because this is how the City Works. Once we finished, our server quickly got the check, asked for payment and started clearing plates. I was expecting to be asked if I wanted dessert because I was leaning in that direction, but I was ok with going somewhere else. We were quickly in and out because this is how the City Works.

    Mmmmmmm bacon cheeseburger

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    Awesome classic sliders. Great service from Tori & Nina. Plenty of TVs....and ice cold beers. Got to sample the pickle beer. Pretty cool.

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    We had the duck nachos they were ok. We sat at the bar service was fine. Doubt we will go back nothing outstanding just ok

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    Would recommend for good food and nice atmosphere if you are a sports advocate --servcie is varied -

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    Yard House - Tap in to great food, classic rock and 100+ craft & local beers.

    Yard House

    4.2(78 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    Absolutely amazing! The best restaurant i have ever visited so far. the buffalo chicken pizza was…read more10/10. I personally cant explain anything bad about it. The customer service was so fast and understandable. The waitress would see an empty cup and come back with a full, tasty drink again in a quickie. The vibe was so crowded and everyone was so happy there. The different unique options were epic! I would go here for my birthday party next year and suggest this restaurant to all of my friends! definitely did not dissappoint.

    First time visitor to Yard House from out of town, and what a great establishment with a solid…read morevibe. The atmosphere is exactly what I was hoping for, and it was perfect with a very eclectic music playing throughout. I was helped by Jenni at the bar and she was fantastic. She introduced herself, and didn't skip a beat. I didn't have to wait long to order a beer (of which they have MANY), a she even gave me her opinion on an appetizer choice. Throughout the entire time there she checked on me regularly but not in a way that was almost too much. For my appetizer I had the Four Cheese Spinach Dip, and that was a solid recommendation I took from my bartender. Very glad that I did, great rich taste and not too heavy which was phenomenal. Lastly, I decided to get a pizza since it was happy hour which take note that most if not all their appetizers and pizzas are on the 3-6 PM happy hour menu, so take advantage. I got 'The Carnivore' , and it had a a nice, savory, meaty taste. The pizza was perfectly baked, the dough was fresh and I have NO complaints. So whether you are a local, or a traveling out of towner like me I HIGHLY recommend Yard House. I know it's a franchise, but it honestly didn't feel like one. It felt real, authentic & fun. Also this is a craft beer lovers paradise. Literally they have wrap around beer taps.

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    Yard House - Lobster Garlic Noodles - Maine lobster, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, spinach and parmesan.

    Lobster Garlic Noodles - Maine lobster, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, spinach and parmesan.

    Yard House - Enjoy a variety of appetizers, like our Chicken Nachos, while watching your favorite sports games.

    Enjoy a variety of appetizers, like our Chicken Nachos, while watching your favorite sports games.

    Yard House - Mac + Cheese]² - With white truffle, bacon, chicken, crimini, shiitake & oyster mushrooms, parmesan and panko cheddar crust.

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    Mac + Cheese]² - With white truffle, bacon, chicken, crimini, shiitake & oyster mushrooms, parmesan and panko cheddar crust.

    Buttermilk - Vernon Hills - Side of Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

    Buttermilk - Vernon Hills

    4.0(720 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    Yum-o! This was my second time at Buttermilk and it was exceptional. I had low expectations after…read morevisiting just after opening and feeling like it fell a bit flat. But I'll tell ya, they've figured it out. We put our names on the waitlist via google before heading the restaurant. We arrived and were able to grab a coffee from the coffee bar while we waited. The restaurant was packed, but our waitress was attentive and had a lot of fun with us. The menu is drool-worthy. It was hard to decide what to get. I appreciated the dedicated GF menu. I landed on the avocado toast and a Bloody Mary and both were excellent. The avocado toast was piled high with avocado. I took half home with me. Can't wait to go back!

    Went here on Easter sunday. They don't take reservations, at least on the holiday. We arrived…read morearound 9am and expected a long wait. Much to our surprise the place had multiple open tables. It was busy but not real busy. We were sat right away by an older gentleman who acted like the owner but was maybe just a great host. Very nice guy. Our waiter had just showed up to work at 9 and it took a while to get our orders in. That was the only downside. 4 of us ordered. 3 of us did the banana nutella crepes. 2 had the nuts removed. I ordered a more classic breakfast. Our kids inhaled the crepes. My wife had to give some away to our son. I ate all of mine. I liked how the jelly/jam came out of a bottle. It was so easy to spread on the english muffin. It's the small things. I think the owner/host noticed the long wait in the beginning and comp'd us our drinks. We appreciated that. This will be our annual Easter breakfast given the lack of wait and the great food.

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    Buttermilk - Vernon Hills - Chicken and Wow-fles (December 2023 special item)

    Chicken and Wow-fles (December 2023 special item)

    Buttermilk - Vernon Hills - Apple Cheddar Chicken Sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries

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    Everett Farms - Creole Breakfast

    Everett Farms

    4.4(368 reviews)
    3.8 mi
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    We've driven by this restaurant SO many times and have yet to come by until now. What a fun…read moreexperience we had! When you pull up to the plaza you would think anything of the restaurant but when you go inside it's a fun colorful experience. When we were seated we were brought waters and menus. We took some time to look at the menus but ultimately took our server's suggestions on drinks. I ended up having a virgin Rose Colored Glasses drink and absolutely loved it. The drinks were large and I felt they were worth the price. My husband got an old fashioned. To start we got the cheese curds, and when I tell you these cheese curds still live rent free in my mind I kid you not. They were so good, the cheese was battered in a tempura batter with a truffle cream sauce and it made for such an incredible dish! For our entrees we got the pork chop with the brown butter sauces and bavette with a red wine reduction. The pork chop was great with the brown butter you just gotta make sure you mix it up, and the red wine was a bit too salty for me but it was okay because I ended up loving the steak by itself! For our sides we got the grilled zucchini under the snacks option instead of the sides option because I wanted all the fixings. It was a great choice! The fixings really made and I could eat a plate of that and just be happy (with the cheese curds of course). The wiped potatoes were great as well. Now I was going to pass on dessert because I was SO full already, but twist my arm when you tell me the cookie dough ice cream is a must try. It had real cookie dough chunks on top and bottle and the vanilla ice cream was not boring vanilla, I ate almost half of that bowl and couldn't stop. The chocolate chip cookie dough was house made and it was the perfect blend of sweet and salty that tied the whole ice cream bowl together. Can't recommend that enough as well. All in all, we had a great experience! It was so fun to see so many regulars and so many new folks who came in to dine at the same time as us and we all peeked to see who ordered what before we ordered and got some great recs as you can see! Can't wait to come back to enjoy my favorites and more!

    So the first time we were here it was amazing but this time it was subpar at best. Don't know if…read morethey have a new chef or what but the food was not good. Started with the bread and crabcakes and the bread was amazing and definitely fresh but the crabcakes needed more crab and flavor. Basically everything needed more flavor. We also ordered a bottle of wine which our server struggled with and never came over to refill the glasses. Then the entree's; my husband's bolognese was bland and desperately needed at least salt and pepper. Then the real problem was my steak which was supposed to be medium came out well done and then classically when it was recooked came out rare or medium rare if you are being generous. Then the waitress said she would check back and she didn't so I had to get salt myself from the server station which is kinda ridiculous especially when paying $54 for a steak that already has no seasoning which is why they offer free sauces which makes a lot of sense now. When she finally did come back I said it was under but not waiting for it to be overcooked again so reheating it at home with the cold side of mushrooms I ordered WITH my steak. I did talk to the manager after and he was not really helpful or sympathetic and I was really talking to him so in my review I could say well at least management cares but that is not the case here. I gave 2 stars because their drinks are good and the ambiance is nice and the hostess was super friendly and was the star employee after our visit. Also we paid for everything even the cold mushrooms and over/under cooked steak! At minimum also remake my mushrooms or comp them. Would I eat here again hopefully not but it is locationally desirable for me and my in-laws and have lots of GF options so might have to and if I do hopefully they will have made things better.

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    Everett Farms - They have a separate bar, the Old Mill Lounge, in the same space, but it was closed.

    They have a separate bar, the Old Mill Lounge, in the same space, but it was closed.

    Everett Farms - Breakfast in Piedmont

    Breakfast in Piedmont

    Everett Farms - Ham and Brie sandwich

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    Ham and Brie sandwich

    Salamat Po

    Salamat Po

    4.2(30 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    First time here and very cute place. Not a restaurant for dining in and definitely a place to…read moreorder and carry out. They have a little lobby area for waiting but definitely not for dining. I needed to bring something to our family meet up and didn't feel like cooking or baking anything. I went on Yelp to find Filipino empanadas and Salamat Po came up. Perfect! I called the number and a polite gentleman answered. I asked him if they sold empanadas by the dozen and I needed it by the next day and they were able to accommodate. Picked 2 dozen up the next day and the price was reasonable - $2.50/empanada. I had to test one out as soon as I got home and they were perfect! Everyone at the party said they were really good. So will definitely be coming back here to order. Brought my mom with me and she was able to confirm that Salamat Po also caters. They had various Filipino food (Ulam) available when we visited. I guess their menu changes daily. They also had dessert available such as buko pandan, and other rice cake sweet desserts. Restaurant was clean and inviting. I will be back!!

    If you're craving bold, comforting Filipino flavors in North Chicago, Salamat Po Authentic Filipino…read moreCuisine delivers the goods. It's set up turo-turo style (literally "point-point"), so you get to pick from the hot trays of freshly cooked dishes. On our visit, they offered around 8-10 entrees, each one looking just as tempting as the next. We ordered lechon kawali, BBQ pork, pork sisig, dinuguan, and pinakbet to go.The lechon kawali is deep fried pork belly . It was golden, crunchy with a juicy center that held up to every dip. The BBQ pork had that familiar sweet-savory glaze that sticks to your fingers. Pork sisig was tangy, and just the right amount of heat. The dinuguan aka chocolate meat is a hearty stew of pork simmered in vinegar, garlic, and pig's blood was rich and earthy. The pinakbet kept it grounded with bitter melon and bagoong bringing contrast and balance to the meat-heavy spread. We met RJ, one of the owners--welcoming, clearly passionate, and proud of the flavors he's putting out. You can tell it's personal for him, and that energy shows in the food.

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    Salamat Po - Interior

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    Salamat Po
    Salamat Po - Interior

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