creepies is one of the hottest new restaurant openings, and for obvious reasons. picture your grandfather's midwestern basement and then set the table with some of the most creative elevated takes on the dishes you know and love. the eggs in mayonnaise are like an upside down deviled egg, while the brie bites are the most satisfying ratio of choux pastry to creamy melted cheese. the salmon truly melts in your mouth, and the gnocchi was rich & decadent but just the right size. this is the first restaurant i've seen in a long time letting the food speak for itself without all the pretense, and when they take home a star this year it will be well deserved. read more

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We went back recently, and unfortunately, the quality has dropped significantly. The service wasn't great either. We waited an extremely long time for our server to come over. When we ordered drinks, my husband and I both ordered wine, and the pour we received was less than a quarter of the wine glass. I've honestly only seen a pour that small at a wine tasting. We had to point out to our server that the pour was extremely small. She showed no reaction, went to get the bottle, and poured a little more into our glasses. Mind you, it's a $19 glass of wine. I've attached a picture of the pour. Everything we ordered that day took an incredibly long time to come out. We waited over 45 minutes for our food, and our server never apologized for the delay or checked in on us during that time. By the time the food arrived, we were too frustrated to even enjoy the meal. I honestly can't remember what we ate or whether we even liked it, which probably says enough about the experience. Overall, a very disappointing visit, especially considering how much we used to enjoy this place. read more

Creepies is everything the hype said it would be! The he food was absolutely delicious and I was impressed. I was taken back by leeks and the beef appetizer. We ordered the chicken as our main and it was delicious. The ambiance is absolutely cute and I loved the aesthetic. I continue to recommend this place and will be back. read more

We came to Creepies for a special occasion dinner. We didn't realize when booking that we reserved a seat at the wall table which is essentially a ledge with some stools. It was a bit of an uncomfortable spot and we had to squeeze the plates to fit. The food was interesting. The flavor profiles were unique and we tried things that we didn't expect. The warm Brie gougeres had the potential to be good but they were overflowing with Brie. I did enjoy the freekeh crepe and the little gem salad. Overall, it was good to try once but I'm not sure I would go back. read more

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Creepies could be worth a visit just to see the restrooms. They are gorgeous single serving affairs, with an old fashioned toilet - you know, the box and the chain thing. At first glance, you might think you could tape a gun behind it. The tragedy, though, is that there is no room between the box and the wall, foiling your scheme to kill the corrupt Chief of Police and the Turkish Gangster who wants to kill your father for withholding political protection for his burgeoning heroin market. Missed opportunity or prudent crime prevention strategy? You make the call. As for the rest of the evening, there is good news, and bad news. Let's start with the good. Their cocktails are barrelled, and they are quite good. My noble Bourbon Boozers will enjoy the Corpse Reviver #1, rarely seen on restaurants cocktail lists. Bread and butter is excellent, as are the gruyeres - small bites that seem to be glazed in honey. The Parisian gnocchi with ham, swiss, and egg yolk is a heavy, gooey delight that is quite shareable. For entrees, the Dover sole was a large cut at a very affordable price. Perfectly flaky, but I didn't care for the elderflower sauce - I would have preferred butter. The chicken in liver sauce is large - half a bird. Leg and thigh were great but the breast was dry. Gently crispy skin, and a strong, earthy sauce. For the dessert, the baguette soft serve was good, but the malty addition to the vanilla soft serve was a bit too subtle to notice. But simply vanilla soft serve is still good. For the bad, its primarily the wine list. The wine list is entirely natural wines, and the important thing to know about natural wines is that they are an acquired taste. (Put simply, they are awful.) Specifically, natural whites all taste like cider, with various degrees of sour funk compounding the assault. Natural reds are thin, devoid of fruit and highly astringent. You can almost feel your enamel being eaten away as you drink them. In a word, unpleasant. And I say this as someone who enjoys earthy Old World wines redolent of barnyards. Natural wines, I find, are a bridge too far. You'll find no elegant Bordeaux reds or crisp Burgundy whites here. I specifically requested the least natural of the natural whites, and the server - to her credit - was helpful in finding it for me. However, it was still funking things up a bit in the glass. You have been warned. A final note for accessibility. There is a small - 3-4 inch - step to get in the restaurant. If you have a companion or can pop a wheelie independently, it is entirely manageable. The front room is a tight squeeze but there are plenty of tables and banquettes that can handle a chair. Two of the restrooms are fully ADA accessible, as well. read more

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Small restaurant so be sure to make a reservation! Also note that the bar seating is pretty tight (both the countertop and seating space), so if you prefer to have more space, don't go with bar seating. Staff were friendly and helpful being that it was our first time. We were there for brunch and overall it was very enjoyable. The steak was beautifully cook and tasty! Warm brie with honey, love the sweet and savory combo. The croque monsieur and the eggs mayonnaise on their own were pretty basic, but together (a bite of egg mayo on top of a bite of croque monsieur), they were delicious! We got both desserts, the tutti fruitti soft serve and the chocolate mousse cake, both were good but not like wow. I was really wanting the baguette soft serve so I guess I'll need to return for their dinner service read more

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Creepies has a beautifully moody and intimate ambiance, with dim lighting, candlelit tables, and a cozy, sophisticated vibe. The food was the highlight, with unique dishes and distinct, memorable flavours that felt creative and different. The menu was a little hard to navigate at first, and a bit more guidance from the staff would have made choosing dishes easier. The service could also have been more attentive overall. Still, definitely worth a visit for the food and atmosphere. read more

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A friend and I met up at Creepie's for a weeknight dinner. The service was good. We did reserve patio seating, but it was quite cold and there were no heaters outside. It definitely could've used some lighting outside, as it was kind of dark. As for the food, there were a few vegetarian options, which was a plus for me, given that it was a very French menu. Unfortunately, a lot of the things that we ordered were on the saltier side, which took away from the overall taste. My favorite things on the menu were the french fries and the baguette soft serve dessert. read more

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After seeing various postings on social media for Creepies as an exciting addition to the Chicago food scene, I was enthusiastic to try it! I was able to secure a prime time reservation on a Friday, which was not easy. We were seated at the counter - which is a generous use of the term. You're seated against a mirrored wall, which was great for people watching but not for seeing yourself eat. It was a little awkward, but it was fine. Now, the food - It was okay. The dishes we tried lacked any sort of wow-factor that you might expect for a place that was highly regarded. We ordered: - Warm brie gougères 3/5. The pastry was good but it had an overpowering amount of Brie. The proportion of pastry to cheese wasn't ideal. - Leeks vinaigrette with almonds and dill 4/5. One of the better dishes we had. The leeks and dill complimented each other well. - Little gem w/ parsley root, apple & sunflower seeds 4/5. Standard salad, not much to add. - Freekeh crepe w/ artichoke, spring onion & fromage blanc 5/5. Great flavor and great texture on the crepe. Best dish we had. - Asparagus w/ hazelnuts & brown butter 4/5. The parts of the asparagus that soaked in some of the brown butter were delicious, otherwise it was bland. Given the prices and the competition for reservations, Creepies was a bit of a disappointment. read more

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Very eclectic experience at Creepies. From the menu to the dishes, to the plates, everything was unique and presented in their own way. In my opinion, some of the must order dishes are: Warm Brie Gougeres - buttery, cheesy, delicious Saucisson - the mustard with this was so good. Parisian gnocchi - savory and buttery. Freekeh crepe - umami and herbal. Roasted chicken - very much a French dish and a classic Baguette soft serve - instagrammy but also delicious Parisian food isn't my favorite, but Creepies helped me expand my horizons to enjoy a few dishes I may have not tried if I was elsewhere. Definitely worth a try! read more

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amazing food, great space, doors open up to the patio with some tables outside. everything we tried was great, sauces are amazing, lunch is a great deal for this level of execution read more

Excellent restaurant with amazing food and service...the gougeres, gnocchi, porcelet, and butter beans are must haves! Dessert was great too! read more

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Well selected wine list and food menu. The chicken was standout! Definitely top roast chicken in the city. The fries mimic the perfectly crispy outside and soft inside of the breast and skin on the dish. Service was a bit stuffy but I guess that is par for the course in Fulton market these days.. that said they tried to be family friendly in seating us in a booth with our toddler but made zero other accommodations for our little. read more

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OK, yup did not disappoint!!! Thankfully, we got to go here for supper club because I've been wanting to go here since it opened. Everything was a hit! We tried the sunchoke croquettes, Brie bites, Gem salad, Chicken dish, Fries, gnocchi, Beans and butterscotch custard. My favorites were definitely the croquettes, the gnocchi and the bites because they were so flavorful & had a decadent profile. Genuinely thinking about when I could go back and get those dishes again. I also got the vesper batch martini. Something to know is they do not have a full bar, but they have around five drinks and many wines. I agree with the reviews that they take the idea of a French bistro and reinvented in such an appealing a new way. I feel like, especially in Westloop, it is hard to feel inventive and different, but somehow they do that. Yeah, atmosphere almost feels like an old 70s deco Home and it really does have slightly creepy vibes. Even down to the service, they were very monochrome fits, and the whole appearance is slightly offputting, which matches the energy of the place. I appreciate what they're doing here and honestly, I'm 100% on board- would go back! read more

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The name caught our attention and we were able to make a same day reservation to try this a try. The menu is very interesting with the different choices of ingredients and sauce pairing and I must say- they do an amazing job on the sauces on every single dish. My favorite has to be the celeriac dauphinois w/ escargot; the creamy buttery flavor is so perfect with the escargot topped with thin sliced of potatoes (I believe). Could not get enough of it! My second favor was the gnocchi. Again surprised with with the delicious sauce and the crispy top layer gave it an extra interesting texture to every bite of soft, spongy gnocchi. Other dishes we tried were roasted carrots, saucisson, and blanquette de veau. They were tasty but not my favorite and honestly wouldn't get it again if I were to visit again. Overall great experience with amazing service inside a well designed restaurant. read more

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We shared: 1. baguette soft serve w/ chocolate & brown butter crumbs 2. saucisson w/ puff pastry & pistachio 3. roasted lamb w/ swiss chard & herbs de provence 4. tarte flambé, tavern style 5. roasted chicken w/ liver & wine sauce 6. savoy cabbage w/ whipped sesame cream We started with the saucisson and tarte flambe. Saucisson was tasty, well executed, a fancy sausage roll. Tarte flambe was cracker thin crispy and super flavorful. So good I wish it was thicker like a pizza. Savoy cabbage was mild and light which I appreciate on a "salad". The signature roast chicken was okay, I've had juicier chicken but the sauce was fantastic. The lamb was excellent, big, juicy, and flavorful. Baguette soft serve was a satisfying and perfect end to the meal. Waitress was friendly and helpful. Ambience is nicely lit and not loud. read more

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Creepies has a great atmosphere and I think the branding is so fun. I loved the branded plates and the Sabre silverware is a nice touch. Overall, service was great and the waiter seemed really knowledgeable about everything from the wine to the dishes. As a general note, I wish the food was hotter in temperature. We had the gougeres and they were delicious but they were just warm and I think they'd be better hot. The mussels had a great flavor but the foam was interesting. The gnocchi was very good and so was the chicken. I really liked the sauce the chicken was served in. For dessert, we had the butterscotch custard which was really good! I liked the lemon but it is lemony if you don't like that. read more

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Cute new addition to the west loop! Loved the vibe in here it was elevated but still cozy. Our waiter was so great he really understood our vibe. I'd opt for getting a wine vs cocktail as they told us there's no in-house bar. Most of the dishes were great, and all things we've never tried before. The carrots we could have passed on as they were too sweet, and the celeriac was so rich it was overwhelming. The lamb was perfectly cooked. The baguette ice cream was so fun and one of my favs of the night. Overall it's a bit of an experimental menu. Everything was good but I wasn't blown away by everything. read more

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Visited Creepies, really mixed experience. The vibe and concept are fun, but execution was inconsistent. The crepe had a burnt brown butter taste that overpowered everything. Salad was just okay, and service missed the mark with no soda refills and cocktails are pre batched. On the bright side, the gnocchi was really good and the pork with mustard and pistachio dish was a standout. Overall, some strong dishes, some misses. Just didn't fully come together for me. read more

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Creepies was a great place to have an intimate dinner with friends. Our waiter was so lovely and personable, he gave great food and drink recommendations and frequently checked in with our table. Everything was comforting, well-prepared, and delicious. I expected a lot of these dishes to be rich and indulgent, but they did not bog me down. We ordered the brie gougeres, little gem salad, tarte flambee, parisian gnocchi, chicken, and raspberry meringue cake. read more

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This was two and a half hours of my life WASTED that I will never get back. The claim to fame here is the philosophy that if you use enough butter anything will taste good. And yeah, it tastes good BUT in no way is it GREAT, and in the mix is a crazy loud cramped restaurant where you will have to SHOUT at the person across the table for them to hear you. Why not turn up the crappy music HIGHER so that ALL CONVERSATION can be curtailed??!?!? Perhaps if the food came out promptly one could just quickly eat and leave but there were long pauses between dishes so you got to sit there and deal with loud music, shouting at your friends and listening to all the other people at the other tables yell at each other or some just resigned themselves to playing on their phones. Sadly this place is so overhyped and the ego of the staff so big you are informed that the chef 'doesn't like when the entire order isn't placed at once'. I'll do you one better: I won't bother you with my patronage again. read more

If you're looking for a fun new spot in West Loop, Creepies is definitely worth checking out. The vibe is playful yet interesting, they efficiently utilized as much of their space as possible. You can tell a lot of thought went into both the menu and the atmosphere. The food is creative, the wine list is tasteful, and everything we tried was packed with flavor and beautifully presented. Great for date night or catching up with friends at one of the bar seats. Don't let the name fool you, nothing creepy here, just really good food and service. Would go back. read more

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It pains me to write a 3 star review for this Resturant because the food was good, but as a meal the dishes did not pair well. We started with the Brie gourges and the sunchoke croquettes. Both were very good but heavy. This was expected with the gourges as they're like fried donuts. We continued to our second course which was the tarte flambe, the freekah crepe. Both were good but both had a strong cream sauce base that was consistent. Tarte flambé came out like a fancy pizza. I found the crepe to be a confusing dish conceptually that promised a lot but hid a lot of the flavors. For the main we had the trout, romanesco, and celeriac delphinois. We kind of expect the celeriac may be creamy, but so was everything else. Look I don't mind the cream, in fact more restaurants don't take advantage of it and I'm afraid to cook with it at home. HOWEVER, it made everything one note. If they put more variety in the menu I would be back because everything was really good and there are plenty of French dishes to choose from that isn't drenched in heavy cream. read more

I really wanted to like Creepies. Unfortunately, it really fell below my expectations. The appetizers were fine. Just fine. The bread and butter were okay but the butter is a weird waxy texture. The baguette was fine otherwise. The warm brie gougères were interesting and edible. The main issue were the entrees. The chicken dish started okay but whatever sauce they drown the lentils in, it's so salty. They take a while to refill water, so you need to do mental gymnastics to figure out how many bites you can take to ration water. The steak is so chewy too. Fries were great though. It was disappointing and makes me question if I want to go to Elske again. read more

A recent establishment by David and Anna Posey and it's already a new favorite on mine (and my friend's!) i felt like i fell right into a small contemporary art gallery with the cheeky doodles / characters featured on all the dishes and decor on the walls when i walked into the restaurant right next door to elske every plate that was brought out (as you can tell from the pictures) was like edible art pieces, except we could interact with it and have it lead us through the story of the restaurant the steamed halibut was cooked to absolute perfection...the fish seemed to be almost glistening when we broke into it. and the sauce! though a bright orange color, it was so light - didn't overpower the delicate taste of the halibut at all i really enjoyed the corn succotash crepe as well, especially the creamy sauce that came with it. in my opinion, if the edges of the crepe could've been a little bit crispier, and a little bit more of the corn filling inside, the dish would've been perfection. baguette soft serve was such a fun way to end the meal! baguette flavor could've been stronger (could only feel a hint of a toasty flavor at the end) but the brown butter crumbs laced in the chocolate shell made the dessert feel like a (huge) ferrero rocher read more

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Something happened tonight at Creepies Restaurant that's only happened to me five or six times in my life: My wife and I ordered five different items off of their extremely attractive menu, and at the end of the night, we couldn't name our favorite dish; all five were exquisite. I'm not blowing smoke here - all five items we ordered were "perfect" (a word I seldom use). Wow - that's just how good Creepies is. So, not counting all of the four hour, prix fixe menus, that are extremely expensive with Michelin Stars we've eaten at, only a select few restaurants (out of thousands) had the distinction of serving a flawless meal: Creepies here in Chicago (of course) Lilia in Brooklyn Mandolin Aegean in Miami Bistro Na, Temple City, California Osteria La Caletta in Tellaro Italy The Spiral Staircase -Dublin Ireland and (maybe) a couple of more restaurants that were able to pull-off this kind of perfection. We had at Creepies: * Oeuf mayonnaise w/ caviar, chive & espelette * Sweetbread schnitzel w/ ravigote & pomelo * Fjord trout w/ salsify, buttermilk, & buckwheat * Shrimp w/ remoulade & chicories * Salted cherry sherbet & stone fruit meringue cake w/ buttermilk & mace I / we just couldn't pick out our fav dish, as each and everyone was just so damn good! The staff here were totally qualified in the art of making your time spent here be ideal. The ambiance was a stylish French Bistro motif which was quite comfortable. And, the noise level was subdued which made me very happy. Creepies had a lot of "Hype" going in the last few months that has caused a certain buzz; these nice people wholeheartedly deserve it! read more

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We had a lovely dinner here, the 4 of us. We had all the things! If I go back, I'd order the same things. The warm Brie gougeres were little dough balls w melted Brie inside UGH so good. The saucisson w puff pastry was actually one of our favorites, which I was surprised by bc it looked sorta crazy lol we also had the croquettes, the tarte flambé, steamed mussels, Parisian gnocchi, roasted chicken, fries, savoy cabbage. I'd say the thing I could've done without is the gnocchi. The mussels, savoy cabbage and fries were FIRE, must get these items every time! There's easy street parking right in front of this restaurant. Our server was fantastic, helpful and not pushy, but friendly. I'd suggest people don't reserve the "bar" bc calling it a bar is misleading. The bar is attached to a wall so ppl who sit there have to eat facing a wall, very odd. But anyway, it was an excellent meal for us! read more

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Awesome place for an intimate and upscale dining experience! Great spot in West Loop with cozy seating and romantic ambiance with a touch of wood paneling that harkens back to the 70's. Lots of great little touches that give it that extra special experience. The branded plates are adorable and make the look cohesive. The food was delicious and perfect for sharing. Really appreciated the advice of the server on how much to order for our group of 4. Definitely items that are deliciously familiar (do not sleep on the Brie) and some items for new favorites. The chicken is often referenced by people, but the real standout to me were the sweetbreads. Please trust me and try them! The desserts were also next level delicious! There is something on the menu for just about anyone's dietary needs with the exception of vegan. Accommodating low carb of vegetarian should be no problem. The service was maybe the one place they could improve. Our server was great and extremely knowledgeable! However, the kitchen did manage to lose track of one of our entrees. It was not a huge deal, but just highlighting it. Also, not a place to eat if you are in a hurry. Plates come out at a casual pace and the expectation is you will take your time to enjoy them. read more

Creepies is that girl. We visited for a birthday dinner and the service was impeccable! The menu is French inspired and quite eclectic. There is something for every palette, however I think adventurous eaters will be very happy here. They don't have a "full" bar, but do have a variety of cocktails and an extensive wine menu. The doors were fully open on the warm summer night which was quite nice. read more

This good was SO good. The brie puffs are actually insane. I could have eaten 14 orders. Highly recommend the chicken and the gnocci. The service was awesome and the food came out pretty quickly. Vibes inside are also great! read more

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We were able to get a late reservation here on a Sunday night. I loved the interior as it was elevated but cozy. Our server welcomed us with the menu and gave us suggestions as we ordered. We got the gnocchi, savoy cabbage, the roasted chicken and celeriac with escargot. The gnocchi and cabbage came first and it was really tasty. The dishes came out looking very simple but the flavors are strong and shocked us. The gnocchi was creamy and tasted very similar to a carbonara. The cabbage was covered with a savory sesame sauce which balanced out the sweetness from the cabbage. The chicken and celeriac was also good. To end the meal we got the baguette soft serve, the flavor was a bit bland but the crumb on top balanced it out. Overall an awesome dinner, we would totally recommend the gnocchi as it was our favorite dish of the night. read more

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Nice casual atmosphere, very helpful, friendly server, delicious food. Great variety of menu choices. Four of us shared the gougeres (very good), french fries (outstanding), broccolini, leeks, gnocci (excellent), dover sole (good), and butterscotch pudding dish (also good) for dessert. Each dish was interesting, with a creative preparation. Plenty of food for four women. Definitely worth a visit to this fun restaurant. read more

My fiancé and I live not to far from Creepies and when we found out it was ran by the same people as Elske we knew we had to go. I would recommend making a reservation as we went on a weeknight and it was packed. Our server was so friendly and walked us through some of her favorite parts of the menu which was very helpful. We tried 6 dishes and not a single one was a miss. The lamb was delicious and melted in your mouth. But my favorite dish was the gnocchi and my fiancés was the saucisson. This might just be our new favorite restaurant and we will for sure be coming back! read more

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We had a great experience here. The restaurant was small and intimate, really nice for a date night. Each dish was hot and tasty with a beautiful depth of flavor. I felt like a lot of these dishes were different flavors which I loved. It didn't feel like the same old same old nice dinner in west loop. Our server, Damiene was amazing. He was super friendly, knowledgeable of the food and the menu, professional, and honestly made our dining experience that much better. He was patient and smiley and we felt like we lucked out by getting him! I would def come back here. read more

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New favorite restaurant in west loop! Great service and great handling of allergies. We got all their most popular dishes, and loved them all. Can recommend legit all of them. In order: 1. Grougerres 2. Soft serve baguette 3. Chicken 4. Gnocchi 5. Saucisson read more

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Some of the best roast chicken I've had in the city. Perfectly juicy and tender :) Good drinks although of course it would be even better with a full service bar :) read more

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Believe the hype. Creepies does not disappoint. When I heard the famous minds behind Elkse were opening a new spot with a cool-casual vibe, I was very excited. Then the reviews started rolling in and I got even more excited. My husband and I were here on a Sunday evening and the place was abuzz. The wine menu is really unique and they offer carafes as well as glasses so you try some different things and the staff was very educated and willing to help with making decisions. We started with the warm brie gougères which were delightfully melty and lightly sweet and plentiful enough to share. We also tried the gnocchi which was rich and comforting while still feeling elevated and modern. Finally the chicken stole the show. Exceptional. Even better with fries. I had high expectations for this spot and was very nervous that I would be disappointed. Quite the opposite. read more

Hip upscale restaurant in the fancy Fulton area of the city. The service was very good. Food and drinks were just decent. The place is small, cramped, and a little on the noisy side. They have a very small selection of cocktails and would not make a simple old fashioned for me, although the man seated at the next table had a cocktail with an orange peel in it that looked suspiciously just like an old fashioned. The menu items seemed a bit pricey for what you get; $16 for gougéres, $18 for carrots, $37 for trout, etc. We probably would not return. The food didn't knock our socks off as we had hoped despite their having a Michelin guide recommendation. Birthday dinner fell flat, unfortunately. Giving it a generous 4 stars. read more

Not going to lie, but I was extremely disappointed. I came here with my parents for my birthday and we were all left a little confused why this place was ranked so high. Don't get me wrong I LOVED the graphics and the interior but the food wasn't anything great. We got many dishes, and most of them were recommended and we still weren't impressed. My dad had told our waiter it was my birthday 3 times, but I was never given a birthday dessert :(. I shouldn't necessarily expect that but from paying the price we did that would have been nice. Maybe we had an off night? I am curious if that's the case but I can't fathom going back and spending the same amount of money to get another sub par meal. read more

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Best gnocchi I've ever had! A little tight in terms of seating and it gets quite loud when it's fully to capacity. The service was good at the beginning before being a little less attentive as the server had more tables. read more