Came here today as I had the day off. My experience is from a late 1:00 pm, Thursday brunch just as Swedish Days started. Two people served, Bryanna K and another gentleman in the which I did get his name. Bryanna was our main server. Both were super nice and not overbearing which I liked. It was hot and I was in the sun all morning so we only ordered water no other drinks. My daughter got the beet salad and I got the Korean Tacos. A lot of places have good presentation without the flavor to follow up. This did not happened here. My daughter really enjoyed her salad and I equally enjoyed the tacos. I am a fan of steak fries, so I was excited to have some nice thick fries with my lunch. The tortilla soup was just as good. I have not set place in this spot since it was Nosh. I don't know why I waited so long. The service and food were great. read more

Craft Urban - Korean Tacos and steak fries - New American Near Me - Geneva, Illinois

The food here was great - we both ordered the steak frites. I appreciated that the drink list included non alcoholic options, as it's always nice to have the option for a fancy drink that isn't alcoholic. The service was both very attentive and never there when you needed it. Our waitress asked a LOT of questions and was really up in our business, asking about allergies that she thought she saw on our Resy account that did not exist and I didn't even know were an option. The place was a cool vibe, but pretty empty compared to all the other packed restaurants downtown. While the offer reservations, it didn't seem like you'd need one. read more

My first trip to Craft Urban was for drinks before dinner on a recent Saturday evening. Relaxed and suburban trendy atmosphere and friendly service from our server/bartender. Jet Fuel is a tasty bourbon cocktail and lives up to its name. I'll return for sure and will try what reads like a creative menu. read more

Came here for dinner after Swedish days and it was great! I think the decor could use some updating/ cleaning but overall it was great. The buffalo cauliflower is a must!!! I didn't care for the nachos as I felt like the cheese was vegan so it wasn't the ooey gooey feeling that I was looking for The service was great! read more

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Update 2024: This place has changed.... Menu items are very different, everything we loved is now gone or the recipe has changed. Probably won't return, sadly. read more

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Came here in between brunch and dinner on the weekend. It was a soft dinner menu given that not all the menu items were available but our waiter didn't have a good sense of what was available. I had wanted to try the pot roast but it was too early for that. I got the burger instead. It had pickles, cheese, tomato jam, onions. It was pretty good! They served it with plenty of fries. My mother had the lobster sandwich and asked for a different side than fries. It was a $6 up-charge for a salad! It was an ok experience just wasn't wowed. read more

Craft Urban - Burger - New American Near Me - Geneva, Illinois

Tried this place for lunch There was only another party at the restaurant Tried the turkey club that came with fries or salad and soup The turkey meat seemed to be from the deli as opposed to the typical turkey meat provided in restaurants - disappointing The soup seemed watered down and not overly tasty Service wasn't great my waitress seemed annoyed Restaurant itself is clean and modern free parking in front of restaurant read more

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We came for bunch. Chilaquiles gets 5 stars--I've had this dish several times at different places and this was the most flavorful, chips still crispy, eggs cooked perfectly. Bloody Mary gets 2 stars--$13 and comes with a "seasonal skewer" which was just two plain olives--how disappointing. I even confirmed with our server that it was in fact their seasonal skewer--very weird. read more

Craft Urban - Chilaquiles - New American Near Me - Geneva, Illinois

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Meh. I had higher expectations for this place. If I scored on food alone- it would be a 5 star experience- the chilaquiles were well worth it! However, we came in around 11am on a Saturday for brunch. The place was empty and the service was mediocre. As it got busier, the service remained the same except- we had one in our party that didn't get her food and had to wait. The food was great. The experience wasn't. And being from out of town, it's not a place I would absolutely have to go back to if I returned. read more

Craft Urban - Chilaquiles - New American Near Me - Geneva, Illinois

Overall just very ok, little touches and attention to detail could have made a big difference but just weren't there. The quality of the food and drinks just seemed a little...lacking? I started with the 'Herby Fully Loaded' cocktail. While it did taste good (not particularly strong) it came in a soda cup with a sad lemon floating in it and nothing more. I was confused about it being the wrong drink. Dump the exact same cocktail in some kind of glassware with a spring of literally any herb and I would have been satisfied...otherwise don't charge me $14 when you don't put the same effort into presentation that countless other places do at that price point. The Korean bbq tacos tasted very good but were super soggy and dripping all over the place. The lobster ravioli was filled out with big thick carrot slices that weren't mentioned on the menu (because obviously they sound super weird with the dish). But it did have nice chunks of lobster in it that would have been delicious in a nicer sauce and paired with something that made more sense. Idk, I wanted to give this place the benefit of the doubt because it's reasonably priced and the interior is super cute, but it just seemed like kind of a bait and switch...menu looked nice online, but there was very little effort put into what we were served, and it was prime time and not busy at all... I just can't justify going there again if I'm in downtown Geneva. read more

Total bust. Mother's Day brunch was 0/10. The level of set up and organization was painful. We had a reservation (with text confirmation) and when we showed up, we were met with massive hesitation. The restaurant wasn't busy in the slightest and it just felt like it was there first day open. Our waitress was super nice but it just felt like management had no idea that Mother's Day would be remotely busy for brunch. Clearly not prepared & food/drinks took almost an hour when the restaurant had a few tables. Overall very disappointed and wouldn't consider going back. read more

I stopped in for a glass of wine after a concert. My bartender, Delaney, was a fascinating conversationalist and an all-around nice person. I want to return if only to talk with her again. read more

Craft Urban - New American Near Me - Geneva, Illinois

I like the cauliflower appetizer and their bloody mary. Not much vegetarian on the menu and an average nice interior.

AS we walked around Geneva, we stopped in at Craft Urban. The food and drinks were delicious and gluten-free. I had a lot of options. I had GF Chicken Sammie, and it was a treat to have GF breaded chicken. I would recommend this restaurant read more

Stopped here for an early dinner with my family on a Saturday night. Sat outside on the patio where there are a few tables and a chill vibe. The only con is you're looking out into the parking lot. I think our servers name was Michael, he was fantastic. Joked around with my kid and when he found out we were from out of town, explained the vibe of the whole restaurant (sustainable, farm to table, etc). Loved the mismatched plates. Yelp reviews highly suggested the cheese curds so we had to start with those. The pickled vegetables were a nice touch as it helped to break up the heaviness of the cheese. The honey mustard sauce was delicious. We also ordered the sliders kids meal and the crispy chicken sandwich. Both were amazing! Fries were perfectly crispy too. I went inside to go to the restroom and it was a totally different vibe in there. Very romantic and cool, loved the art on the walls. Seems like a place that could be good for a family night out or a hot date! Always nice to find a place like that. read more

Craft Urban - Crisp Cheese Curds - New American Near Me - Geneva, Illinois

I went here recently with some friends. We had a great time, the staff were so great! We didn't have reservations, so sat at a table near the bar. It was small so we asked to shift to a table, and with some patience we were able to be seated about 25-30 minutes later. Very accommodating and we appreciated it! The food was pretty good - we started with the cheese curds which are honestly amazing, very different than your standard cheese curd. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! I got a burger and side salad - the salad was delicious (I think I got the Greek) but my burger was lacking some flavor, could have used a dash of salt and more aioli or tomato jam. The drink menu overall needs some work too. The bar has a few bottles, there's like 6 beers on tap, they just really need to bump things up and offer more. The overall atmosphere is funky and creative, I love it! read more

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Went in about 11:30 am. Didn't want anything big or heavy, no lunch or breakfast, just coffee and a snack. Their coffee is all individual french press.... and so smooth and delicious- how coffee should be! No mugs, adorable teacups and saucers- just loved it. The food - like I said, no entree, I got a side of their breakfast potatoes. OMG I have never seen anything like them. 4 big 'little potatoes', baked to perfection, nice and soft, with some very light herbs on the top, and served with ketchup! All I needed was a little salt and pepper and I was in heaven. The atmosphere is casual, the place is pretty large, with an eclectic decor of old time steak house and modern white bar. Walls are mostly brick with one wall a complete mural. Staff was very accommodating and friendly. I'll be back-when I'm really hungry. The plates I saw going out were huge! read more

I went here with the intention of getting a few drinks and some food but was amazed with the quality. The prices for the food were reasonable but I thought the drinks were a little expensive for what you got. The quality of the food was really delicious. I got the Korean tacos and it was fresh and yummy. The service was great! Our server was outgoing and attentive. I ate outside and it was small and private. I would come here again! read more

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My friend and I visited Craft Urban on an icy evening during restaurant week and had a fantastic meal. I'm very excited to come back here again soon. They had so many delicious-sounding cocktails on the menu, I chose to try the a nice pear and I thought it was perfect. Everything on the menu was fresh, including the cocktails. For restaurant week, they had a more limited menu (though the full menu was available if you wanted to order from it). I started with the cheese curds. They were fantastic, and were served with some pickled veg which I loved. For my entree, I got the Gnocchi which were perfectly cooked. Our server was lovely, and the atmosphere of the restaurant was nice as well. I will be back- hopefully soon- as there are so many things I want to try. I've heard their buffalo cauliflower is the best! read more

We made our first visit here, on a Saturday morning for brunch and it wasn't too busy. The atmosphere was cool, the staff were friendly and the food was good. The Chilaquiles was not your traditional kind but it was a really good rendition of it. Overall, we enjoyed our experience and we recommend checking this place out! read more

Craft Urban - Chilaquiles - New American Near Me - Geneva, Illinois

We had such a great time at Craft Urban for dinner! It is really cute inside with a bar and dining area. Our server was really incredible and funny- we loved his energy! They have a happy hour that we were able to enjoy with certain apps on discount and some really yummy drinks! The food was delicious and the fries were seasoned with delicious seasoning. We loved the food and the vibe and will definitely be back! read more

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Came in for drinks and loved the Miami vice it's so good. The service Chris was very friendly. read more

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When you walk in, this place has a good vibe. It's got beautiful artwork and a good amount of seating. Service was good, everyone was nice. We had the Buffalo cauliflower and cheese curds and I was more so excited about this place Because both these dishes are gluten free! It's hard to find GF cheese curds. Amazing dishes! Great happy hour deal, I will be coming back for more dinner plates as we really only went for apps and drinks! Definitely recommend to everyone to try! They also have their own parking! read more

Craft Urban - Naked and famous, Marco Polo, beer - New American Near Me - Geneva, Illinois

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Great food made and served by great people! Love the vibe and funky decor! Drag brunch is fun and a refreshing way to spend a Saturday in Geneva! read more

Places ha s a great atmosphere. Went on a Saturday night and had some happy hour appetizers and drinks. There was a guitarist playing live but it wasn't so loud that you couldn't talk. Staff was SO nice and just a really good vibe. Everything was super fresh and delicious. We had the buffalo cauliflower, nachos and corn dip. I also had an old fashioned, which was stellar! Its hard finding a good old fashioned! We will come back and recommend it highly. read more

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Amazing restaurant in Downtown Geneva! If you are gluten free, they are able to accommodate almost everything, including the cheese curds! They have a dedicated fryer as well for those who are celiac. On top of the amazing food, the service is great! Our server was attentive & friendly! This is a must try for anyone who is in the area! read more

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I understand that cost of things are rising, and restaurants must do what they have to do to survive. However, it's courtesy to let your customers know ahead of time that there is an extra fee to use a credit card. I definitely would've paid in cash. read more

Craft Urban - Credit Card fee - New American Near Me - Geneva, Illinois

Before I decided to write this review, I sent a message to Craft Urban 8 days ago and received no response. I know they may be busy, but they could have responded by now. I called today and asked to speak to one of the main managers. I talked to a girl who claimed to be a manager but she didn't behave like one. She made me feel dismissed and it was obvious she didn't listen when I had to repeat myself. The quality here used to be really good. I think the place sucks now. They charged me $7 for about a 2 oz flat burnt chicken. I said something right away and they got me another tiny little piece of chicken to replace it after they told me they were going to give me a couple. I accepted it because I just wanted to get home. I also ordered the buffalo cauliflower to go. When I got home, I noticed they forgot to give me the blue cheese sauce it comes with. In addition, they drowned the cauliflower in buffalo or some kind of Tabasco sauce. I've had better food at McDonald's and fast food restaurants. They overcharged me for crap food and the so-called manager made me feel dismissed. I will never come back to this place knowing they're going to serve me overpriced dog food and carelessly. read more

Kassi is always so friendly and an attentive server. We had wonderful food, bottomless mimosas, and when she realized the sun was in our eyes, she closed the curtains for us! Can't wait to come back for another wonderful brunch! read more

Craft Urban - Mimosa - New American Near Me - Geneva, Illinois

The place looks very cool and has a very nice ambiance. Unfortunately, the food is unseasoned, crusty and overcooked. The burrito had a huge potato just shoved in it, it was unseasoned and there's no side - literally tasted like nothing. The grilled cheese for kids is made with texas toast which is way too large for a kid to eat & the fries were overcooked. The tacos were the same as the burrito - no seasoning and was served with like 2 pickled vegetables. The Bloody Mary's had little to no alcohol and were watered down. Not to mention the side of fries is $8.. insanity. Wouldn't recommend - overpriced and terrible taste. Service was fine. read more

I came here with a friend who goes here at least once a week. She talks about it every time I'm in town, so I had to give it a try. I totally understand why she loves it. We came for happy hour, which was a great deal ($5 cocktails/wine, as well as their appetizers). Their menu changes somewhat frequently with the seasons, from my understanding, so when we were there they had some fall-themed cocktails. I had the "pear pressure", which had tequila, pear, lime, thyme, and "harvest foam" (some sort of delicious cinnamon thing). It was amazing. The food options sounded incredible, and they have lots of pre-existing vegetarian friendly options. Their menu also indicates that they can make most things vegetarian or gluten free, which is a nice touch. The service was great, too. The bartender was attentive and very nice and made sure we had what we needed but wasn't ever pushy. The vibe inside is casual with a side of trendy, which works well for where it's located in a little nook off of the third street shopping district. If I lived closer, I would also probably go here at least once a week, like my friend does. I will definitely be back the next time I'm visiting the burbs. read more

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Amazing! We stopped in for brunch on Saturday. What a cute place. The awesome waitress recommended the brunch punch. It was a delicious, affordable cocktail. We order the rice dish and the chilaquiles. The chilaquiles were not my Abuela's recipe but were so fresh and delightful that I will try to recreate them at home. Sorry Abuela! My boyfriend absolutely loved his rice bowl and gobbled up the generous serving. A ton of deliciousness at an affordable price. So glad we checked it out. read more

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Came here on a Monday for lunch and our party of 6 had to wait for a table even though the place didn't look very busy. There isn't much waiting space at the hostess stand and it was too cold to wait outside so I felt like I was in everyone's way. Once we were seated we ordered our food and drinks right away and it took a very long time for them to make it. I got the blue plate special which came with soup or salad and a sandwich. I got the pumpkin soup which tasted SO good. It was definitely the highlight of my visit. I also got the black bean veggie burrito which was not my favorite. It didn't even have black beans in it?? The presentation was cute but the taste was very bland. My sister ordered the grilled cheese which looked so thick and delicious so maybe next time I will have to try that. Also, their to-go containers are super cute. read more

Craft Urban - Pumpkin Soup & Black Bean Veggie Burrito - New American Near Me - Geneva, Illinois

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Was underwhelmed, high prices and low quality. Definitely other options to explore in Geneva that are worth the time and money.

Food was mediocre for the cost. The turkey sandwich was lunch meat on bread. Really?!

Please note my experience is only on coming here for drinks and I did not try any food on my visit. They have qr code on the table to pull up food and drink menus. Place was very busy and to me the inside felt cramped. Waitstaff did not have a lot of space to stand while waiting for orders or inputting into the pos system. As a result, the service was slow. I also noticed on the receipt there was an additional fee if paying by credit card. Also, the entire place smelled like Cole slaw/vinegar to me which was strange. read more

Don't give many five stars, but Craft Urban is the exception. First time there and didn't know what to expect. Popped in on a Sunday, around noonish, and there was no wait for brunch, which could be a red flag, but not at CU. Cool vibe and super nice server who suggested the Chilaquiles and Chicken N Biscuit. We took him up on his suggestion and--Wow! The Chilaquiles had just the right mix of corn tortilla, chicken chorizo, tomato salsa, pickled veggies and eggs. The Chicken N Biscuit was the big surprise starting with a crumbly, yummy biscuit covered in chicken chorizo gravy, topped with a couple easy-over eggs and a crispy piece of chicken. Skip breakfast and dinner. Craft Urban for brunch is enough. read more

Craft Urban - Chicken N Biscuit - New American Near Me - Geneva, Illinois

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Very casual and comfy setting. Portions are perfect and tasty. All the staff are super friendly and fun.

I have such a craving to get back here! The gumbo is calling my name. Always a delicious time here!

The appetizers are delicious. Cheese curds, biscuits, and nachos are done well. I did not like the chicken sausage. It had a weird texture and flavor. Also, the presentation and plating for the main dishes is not appealing. read more