Love their spinach dip! I also tried the pot pie, which was pretty good but not my favorite. I really like the vibe of this place- super cozy, and the service was great. read more

In general, I find brunch underwhelming. I mean, there's only so many ways we can cook an egg. Crosby's Kitchen offered brunch but with a kick - a nice variety of sweet and savory on the menu and great service. I sat at the bar, and even though it was peak brunch time (45 minute wait for a table...whow), the bartender was still super attentive and responsive. The hasbrowns are more like cheesy potatoes, but spicy - a great upgrade from the general breakfast potatoes one generally sees. I also ordered the Eggs Benedict which came with a spicy hollandaise that was absolutely scrumptious. Portion sizes were great and the price point made it very accessible. read more

Maybe a little over priced but a quality restaurant in a great location. Would definitely recommend.

All of us enjoyed our food, the ingredients and their preparation was top notch. The menu offered plenty of choices without being overwhelming. read more

Love this place. It's become a neighborhood staple since we moved to this part of town a couple years ago. Obviously, it's part of the Frasca, Dunlay's family so it has to be good! The one thing you HAVE to get with your breakfast is the potatoes. It's a hefty portion of garlicky, creamy, julienne/augratin/hash type. I love these and refuse to split them unless I'm super full. I love their fried egg sandwich, the fact that you can get an english muffin instead of regular ol bread, and their bloodies. They serve their famous Wrightwood salad which is also one of my faves. Anything with goat cheese is good in my book. Everything is fresh here and they have indoor and outdoor seating that can accommodate 2 to a big group of people. Be careful--it gets crowded with dogs and kids so don't expect to slide right in at 11am on a Sunday without a wait. read more

Clearly my date and I ordered the wrong menu items because neither of us were impressed with what we ate. We came on a Sunday afternoon before a Cubs game and the place was packed. I thought this was a good sign as most packed places usually insinuate great food. And judging from all of these five star reviews Im seeing, I was expecting some spectacular cuisine. Saddens me to say that this was not the case. We ordered the spinach and artichoke dip and the bacon stratta benedict. The spinach dip was quite tasty; could have done without the canned tostinos salsa however. The benedict was highly disappointing. The bread component had a very interesting texture that was totally not biscuit-like. The egg was cold (cold runny egg is not very appetizing). I also did not care one bit for the potatoes. Im not sure what kind of cream sauce was used but that mixed with an abundance of rosemary...it was awkward. read more

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I love the fact that in Chicago we have so many different neighbourhoods to explore, sure the ones I go to may be fairly similar but they offer a different streetscape to dine/shop in. We were dog sitting for some friends who live just west of the Southport Corridor and staying at their house which gave us an opportunity to enjoy the area. Saturday night dinner in a new part of town we thought, where do we go? The girl had heard some good things about Crosby's Kitchen so that was the direction we headed in and boy were we happy that was the choice. Food - After hearing about the menu from our server we settled on the Wrightwood Salad and the Rotisserie Chicken with asparagus on the side. We casually mentioned that we were going to try each others entrée out , our server took the time to note it and bring the Wrightwood out split on separate plates. Thanks for listening. Chicken was moist and the skin had a delicious blend of spices rubbed into it with a pleasing flavor for sure. Salad was HUGE and chock full of goodness. Service - fantastic, see above, as well as being attentive without being annoying. Ambiance - Pleasant, nice seat outside on Southport. Due to the Hawks playing we were seated right away and there was little foot/car traffic. Aside from the young successful looking you lady sitting at the table next to us that felt the need to punctuate her conversation with the F-Bomb it was a great evening dining alfresco. Quite delicious, will be back for sure. read more

I've now gone to Crosby's Kitchen twice--once for brunch, and once for dinner. Thoughts: 1. If you like waiting in line, Crosby's has you covered. With a reservation for brunch, I still waited about 30 minutes to be seated. Without a reservation for dinner last Friday, the hostess said that we'd have about a 30-minute wait at 5 PM, so we took my daughter and another child to a park nearby to play and hang out. At 5:45, we came back to continue waiting...and we were not seated until 6:15. Given that most restaurants in Chicago actually go the other way and quote crazy-long wait times to dissuade you from waiting for a table, Crosby's goes the other way...to ill effect. 2. The brunch food at Crosby's is fine. It's not great, and it's not bad. During my brunch I tried the Southport Omelette (I'm pretty sure it was the omelette with artichokes) and an order of the buttermilk biscuits. Not special, but the biscuits at least were served with a butter that was something a little out of the ordinary. 3. The dinner food at Crosby's is also fine, but a little less interesting. I tried the Pike Place BBQ Salmon with a side of vegetables, which on my dinner night was asparagus. Friends, the salmon was fine and the BBQ glaze was not spicy but tasty nevertheless...but the side of asparagus was sad, small in size and a little limp. I was aiming for a light dinner but the portion size of both items was so small that I needed a bit more food. I got a little lucky--we ordered the chicken fingers for my daughter and those were incredible, and she only ate like half of one and I got to eat the rest. My wife got one of the salads, and while she didn't rave about it, we all agreed that the portion size was more than adequate. So many better options in this neighborhood or Chicago in general, but if you like to spend money and wait in line for average food, I would check this place out. Otherwise, use Yelp for the powers of good, not evil! read more

This is what I picture when I think of a nice, casual, neighborhood restaurant. Easy to get in and get a table, good service, and a good menu that has something for everyone and is really accessible. We have come here a couple of times while visiting family in Chicago. We love that we can walk here and sit outside with our little girl. They're clearly used to having kids around and took good care of us - highchairs, cups with lids and straws, and even though my little one is too little, kids menus and crayons. We loved the food both times. We were eating at weird times because nap times were off due to travel. So the times we were able to eat were that weird late lunch/early dinner, so we ordered the guacamole (so good) and then split the chicken. Everything was perfectly prepared and nicely presented. read more

Crosby's Kitchen - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food was amazing! The space and service was really great. Highly recommend my fiancé loved her crab cake sandwich and I had the veggie burger and it was really good. Highly recommend read more

Crosby's Kitchen - Veggie burger was amazing. My fiancé had the crab cake sandwich and she loved it as well! Highly recommend - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Crosby's Kitchen, it's not just for breakfast, anymore! Stealing a line from the Orange Juice Grower's of America, this review is for Crosby's stellar dinner service. My dining partner, Kirstin and I, were super stoked to try this place; and even moreso when we were told by a friend that P!nk was in the house. (She had apparently dined much earlier, but more on that later). Crosby's is really hopping in the evening, and there's not much of an area to wait, so a reservation is recommended. I love the look and feel of this place- the open main dining area has great energy, and the Southern Gothic art touches are nice- large artsy vegetable prints in chunky wood frames, an antique apothecary chest sunk into the wall, a gas fireplace- this place is hip in an understated way. You must try the Iron Skillet Cornbread appetizer. Sweet, fluffy, served in said skillet, a great rustic touch. When you're perusing the entrees, the Rottiserie "Specials" are only available on the nights listed. Whereas I thought it meant a price special, and was really excited to try the spice-crusted pork chop. Perhaps the word "only" could be added, as "Tuesday Night Only". - Pike Place BBQ Salmon- with a soy sauce glaze, this salmon was out of this world. - (Wood roasted) Chicken- incredible. moist. (I know we all hate that word, but it was!) Some of the best chicken I've ever had! Service was really great, which tips this to five stars. Our server was focused on providing great meal service to our section all night, and seemed really busy and focused. I wasn't really excited to dine with Pink- I'm not much of a star chaser, but we asked our server about her, and his eyes lit up! He waited on her early in the evening, and said she was a doll. And of course she was at Crosby's; it's classy, down to earth, and the food is amazing. read more

We ate here on a very busy Sunday afternoo, and the service was still excellent and efficien! The food here is deliciou. I highly recommend the Chicken Dip-like a French dip but with shredded chicken instead of beef. Also, the omelettes and of course the monkey bread are excelleNT as well. We will definitely eat here again. read more

We still can't cope with Dunlay's being closed, so every once in awhile we go to Crosby's to get a fix. Nice to see a few familiar faces,too. So here's the thing- If you want family- friendly, consistent food, variety of choices and a reasonable price point- Crosby's is a great option. We tried a few items that were not on the Dunlay's menu- the steak salad and a pasta dish. Both were excellent. I just wish they had the weekly specials like Dunlay's did- burger night, half price bottle of wine, etc. Overall, a great reason to get out of our neighborhood, which seemingly has fewer and fewer decent dining options. read more

I ordered take out from here and ended up a little disappointed. I ordered the eggs Benedict with bacon. Unfortunately the eggs were completely cooked through, there was no hollandaise sauce and the English muffins were not toasted. Flavor wise it was decent. read more

Crosby's Kitchen - Eggs Benedict - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Been to Crosby's a number of times, always left satisfied, tho it can definitely get a bit pricy. I highly recommend the cornbread, it's superb. Done right with some cheese, solid corn, and i think some peppers in there. Served with this amazing maple butter. Get it every time. Oddly, when it comes to entrees, I've never been blown away - my meals always highlighted by the apps and the dessert. I often go for the chicken dip sandwich which has some perfectly cooked breast meat and is served with some au jus. It's good. Also got the ribs last time or two, the ribs are good, meat literally falling off the bone but not among the best ribs i've had. However, the dessert is superb - that cookie skillet is amazing. They do it perfectly, cookie dough around the skillet, scoop of ice cream in the middle, then cover it with a bit of caramel sauce. read more

Now that time has gone and past. The cats out the bag. I reviewed this place as a guest on Check, Please! I loved it then still love the place to this day. Located in the Southport corridor, this gem is serving up some refined down home cooking that might make you second guess your moms cooking. The place is beautifully decored to make you feel at home. Very relaxed and easy going is the vibe I get. Servers are very attentive and have some recommendations on hand. If you watched my episode you know that I tried that cornbread skillet with maple butter that is TO DIE FOR. GET IT. Roasted chicken that is roasted on the spit, Turkey burger, Lobster devil eggs, brussels sprouts salad, and sangria. the burger was very good with that asian slaw provided for a nice crunch factor, topped with some sriracha was perfect for me. The lobster deviled eggs were so decadent and flavorful, that is the only way I want to have deviled eggs from this point forward. The chicken was absolutely phenomenal and perfectly cooked. This is the perfect brunch spot and has a patio dining area if you wanna eat al fresco. Very family friendly because kids eat free! Prices are decent and has paid street parking, avoid driving on Cubs games. Also, accessible via public transportation. Cant wait to dine there again for years to come. read more

A great place for brunch! Atmosphere/service: very casual and relaxed - a perfect way to start your Sunday. Servers here are all friendly and helpful if you have any questions. Drinks: if you like Bloody Mary's, you should get one here. Great flavor, accompanied by a skewer of a tomato/pickle/mozza/salami/jalapeno. Don't forget to add the bacon! It also comes w/ a beer back (more alcohol? Yessss) Food: the food was great and you could tell a lot of love was put into it. Our waitress said that Crosby's is famous for their rotisserie chicken, so whatever you get - make sure it has chicken in it! -Wood roasted chicken hash: I loved this dish. Crispy bacon? Yes. Over easy eggs? Double yes. Spicy bacon hollandaise? HELL YES. Seriously though, everything about this dish was amazing. Aside from the aforementioned ingredients, the chicken here is amazingly succulent. Also, the buttermilk biscuit that comes with it is mind-blowing: the outside was super crunchy, yet the inside of it was the fluffiest dough I've ever had (it had me yelling "IT'S SO FLUFFY" - word to Agnes from Despicable Me). -Monkey bread: one of the best monkey breads I have ever had. Sweet, fluffy, delicious. Git it. Again, a great place for brunch. Highly recommended. read more

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We had plans to meet friends here for brunch and were on our way when we discovered they don't open til 10am. While 10am brunch used to be my norm, that's way too late for brunch with my little one. We got there at our planned time of 9:30am and it turned out they had opened early on that particular Sunday. Perhaps they realized on their own that the brunch scene starts before 10am?? Minutes after sitting down this place was packed, mostly with kiddos. I started with an OJ, which was awfully bitter tasting so I sent it back. Fortunately the frieg egg sandwich I ordered for my meal tasted much better. My daughter didn't seem thrilled with her cheesy eggs or hashbrowns (she prefers larger potatoes), but probably not Crosby's fault since she was a Miss Cranky that day. I liked it and would be open for going back, although preferably before 10am if it's for brunch. read more

My friend and I were driving down Southport looking for a spot to eat when we saw Crosby's Kitchen. I loved the decor and ambiance in Crosby's. We were seated right away at one of the few open tables on a busy Thursday afternoon lunch hour. We shared the smoked salmon, and it was amazing. I could have made it my whole lunch. So, so good! For my main, I ordered the grilled fish sandwich. It was also amazing! My only complaint was that the server never returned with things like water and extra bread for the app. Other than that, I was super impressed with Crosby's! read more

Crosby's Kitchen - Smoked salmon - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Pretty good food! I would come back again. I was there for brunch and it was quite busy, which is normal for a weekend brunch really. I liked the patio and the fire lamp. read more

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I have dined at Crosbie's many times over the past three years and the food and the service have been commendable. However, today I noticed a 3% charge conveniently hidden on one of the three receipts I received after paying with my credit card. I asked for an explanation of this 3% and it was exactly what I thought it would be. This restaurant charges back to their customers the 3% that the credit card company assesses Crosbie's to us its service. I was told that this "policy" was instituted about 6 months ago. I have been to many restaurants all over Chicago and the world and this is the first time that a restaurant has assessed this charge to me. THIS IS VERY BAD FORM AND INCONSISTENT WITH THE REPUATION THAT CROSBIE'S WISHES TO GIVE THEIR PATRONS. BECAUSE OF THIS PETTINESS i WILL NEVER GO BACK THERE AND I WILL POST ON EVERY AVAILABLE MEDIA THIS HIGH HANDEDNESS. It might have been one thing if there was a notification on the menu or on the wall or the server announced this new "policy". None of that was done. Whoever thought of instituting this policy should take a refresher course in public relations. TO FUTURE PATRONS---BE AWARE THAT USE OF YOUR CREDIT CARD WILL BE SECRETLY PASSED BACK TO YOU. CHECK ALL OF THE RECEIPTS. read more

I've only ever gotten takeout but their salads are amazing if you're looking for something on the lighter side.

What a delightful neighborhood spot with a bunch of offerings and no pretense. Our table shared the appetizer cornbread (wonderful with little pieces of jalapeno that were very subtle...and served in an iron skillet) and the deviled eggs lobster (could have been the hit of the night and would have made a great entrée if your arteries were up to the challenge). For dinner two of us had crab cakes as an entrée (filled with nice chunks of crab meat and very little filler), the chicken & biscuit (served in an iron skillet just like a small cassoulet would be...lots of tender chicken and veggies...the biscuits were also very nice but there wasn't enough juice/butter/what have you to accompany them), and the veal brisket stroganoff (nice but the weakest of the table - not enough veal and just a bit too fatty, but still a nice subtle taste). They also have a full-service bar...nice wines, many beers, and reasonable drinks. We did not have time for dessert but will on our next trip. Service was casual but spot on. All in all this was a very nice dining experience and we'd return in a minute. read more

The response from the resturant is comical. Thanks for trying to gaslight me. Anyone can see how charred the grill marks are. I even sent the picture to several people to double check and everyone agreed it looks burnt. I know I used my good camera to take the picture but anyone can clearly see it is burnt. I just know to never go there again and I will warn everyone I know so they don't make the same mistake. Smh. read more

Crosby's Kitchen - Bbq salmon - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Love Crosby's. Went recently for lunch and sat outside. All the food was great, the patio was set up nicely (social distancing enforced, etc.) and they are dog friendly, which is always a plus. I had the chicken dip sandwich and it was great. The fries are thin and crispy and nice and salty. My boyfriend had the corned beef skillet and also loved it and his mom ordered the cheeseburger, which was great. Wish I remembered our waitress's name because she was fantastic, too. We will be back! read more

Was in town from Nashville. Carried out the Wrightwood salad. It was great and would enjoy it everyday. read more

I don't understand the lure of Crosby's - average (not bad) American food with a typical menu. The restaurant really doesn't have any ambiance. read more

Highly recommend the cornbread skillet with maple butter. The cornbread was such a hit, it inspired one of our dining guests to cue up this little clip immediately after we left Crosby's: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nmMT0ZbNOHY This place is cute, and they have a well-rounded menu of comfort food. My group stuck with breakfast goods - omelets with fruit, and cornbread (because we caught a glimpse of it from another table and had to have it). They have a small patio area for outdoor eating. I'd definitely swing back for a casual meal sometime. read more

Crosby's Kitchen - Cornbread skillet with maple butter. Awesome. - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Went to Crosby's Kitchen to ring in the New Year with some brunch. We expected to wait and to encounter a stressed out staff, due to the high demand for brunch and such, but the staff was remarkably friendly and upbeat and we got seated immediately in a nice booth. I treated myself to a Smoke Daddy's Bloody Mary, which was a perfect start to the experience. I love my bloodies, and the Smoke Daddy's mix gives this one a unique and memorable flavor. Bonus points for the grenade bottle beer back. For my meal I ordered the Chicken Hash, which was served beautifully in a cast iron skillet. Every component of this meal was done perfectly, from the moist and flavorful chicken to the vegetables and potatoes, to the runny egg on top. Of course, I could always go for more Hollandaise sauce, but the bacon Sriracha Hollandaise was noteworthy. The biscuit on the side was fluffy, and the ideal complement to the dish. This is a great place to come with some friends or family, or a date for brunch or dinner. Simple yet elegant design, great location right on Southport, friendly staff, delicious food, and memorable drinks make this one of my favorite neighborhood spots. read more

Crosby's Kitchen - Chicken Hash! - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I really had my expectations high, 1ST TIMERS ordered 2 appetizers 1st Lobster Deviled Eggs (3) @ $9 taste is wonderful! 2nd ee ordered the Crab Toast Avocado Spicy Puree (1 Slice cut in 4's) $12 Enteee A Ginger Soy Salmon was told Wild Caught! I found the Salmon slightly undercooked, no real ginger taste on marinade nice grill marks. Asparagus on Point crisp over all Bland entree. Had the Apple Cider Bourbon quite enjoyed the Congnac and Devarere syrup. Food portion was nice for both @ $19 expected more Ginger bits smokey flavor...tonight was an applewood chips used on grill...perhaps side salad to compliment Asparagus. Bland over all. Partner tried Rotisserie Chicken @ $16 with Fancy Bowled String Fries. Plate was soaked with AU JOUS? Chicken was too wet not your normal light skin crisp for a Rotisserie 1/2 chicken. Was nicely cooked great smoked rotisserie flavor. Partner enjoyed the Berry Shandy loved it. DESSERTS slice of Heaven 1st our Key Lime Pie was devine tart Lime taste instantly bitter and yum. The crust was a Walnut /Graham Cracker base and had a delicious crunch bite. The Carrot Cake Slice was more like an individual loaf of sweet maple and cream cheese and yum yum. Our server McKenzie was phenomenal and made our experience one that we will return with our family. Other options on menu we would like to try Prime Rib and also a very very family friendly environment. Overall Great Service, Pleasant Experience, Nice Birthday Surprise and walk in available...RSVP 2 HOURS PRIOR FYI FOR DINNER read more

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Came here twice, once for brunch on Labor Day and once for dinner on a Tuesday. For brunch we tried the cornbread, I had the Bloody Mary and fried egg sandwich, while my bf had the wrightwood salad. I really enjoyed my breakfast sandwich and it was even good the next day. Although I don't particularly enjoy cornbread, my BF really liked it and his salad. When we came for dinner we shared the rotisserie chicken and a Brussels sprout salad. Everything was super flavorful, and the only negative was that the chicken came out cold. We also had the key like pie which had a thick graham crack crust but is delicious! Both times the service was good and they even have a cute outdoor area. read more

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We got here just after the brunch rush on a Saturday afternoon, before the Cubs game. We were originally quoted a 45 minute wait time, but ended up only waiting 20 minutes or so. Crosby has an open rustic kind of feel to it with a lot of wood furniture/decor, which I'm digging. Our service was okay. I had to ask a few times for a straw, no big, but for my meal I sub the fries for asparagus and had to ask for the asparagus because it was delivered with fries. The burger itself was deliciously juicy and a pretty decent size. My friend raved about her hash browns and enjoyed my fries, basically Crosby has their potatoes down right. We shared the lobster deviled eggs and it was worth the $9 ($3/deviled egg/half). Yep, kind of pricey, but the creaminess of the eggs and sweetness of the lobster left us craving more, maybe they can add at least another half and make it 2 whole eggs? Enjoyed our quick lunch, looking forward to coming back. read more

Crosby's Kitchen - Deviled eggs lobster. - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I liked it but didn't love it. First of all, the signage is hot helpful. The only way I found it is because I knew the address. Otherwise I'd definitely have missed it. Maybe I wasn't very alert that day. The staff was friendly, our orders were correct and the food was good. It seemed to take a while for it to come out but husband remembers it coming out quickly, so maybe it was just my state of mind. I loved the design in the bathroom, and I enjoyed the open space of the restaurant where you can see into the kitchen. There were many families in there but it wasn't disturbing (yes I find screaming children while I'm trying to eat to be disturbing). I learned there are a LOT of families that come there for brunch on the weekends so it must be good for kids. Overall, I gave it a 4 since the food was good, the staff was friendly, and the atmosphere was comfortable. If you live in the area, I'd suggest coming here. read more

Crosby's Kitchen - Inside the restaurant from the front door - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We were initially attracted to this place by its location and quaint atmosphere. All three of us were first timers and did not even look the place up on Yelp before trying it. We shared the grilled artichoke appetizer, which had great flavor and was ideal for sharing between the three of us. We each ordered something different and were all satisfied. I would give them an A for taste, portion and speed of delivery. The only thing keeping them from a five star review is the fact that the menu is fairly limited and none of the options were very specialized...aka the menu was kinda basic and underwhelming. If I go back I would try the Bloody Mary and monkey bread. Tip: they have sriracha upon request. read more

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We went to Crosby's Kitchen for weekend brunch, and oh my yumm!! Their cuisine is unique, filling, and (most importantly) delicious! Love the all around Southern atmosphere and service was great! CK has the best creamy/cheesy hash brown side, and the biscuit with Fuji apple butter was delish as well. We started with the lobster deviled eggs, and while flavorful and unique, probably not worth it in value to get again, though I'd consider trying it once if you're a lobster fan. I had the Crosby Omelette, which was fresh and tasty. Hubby had the Bacon Strata Benedict...it was rich, hearty, and bacon - need I say more. His dish was definitely a unique concept and must try! The monkey bread on the next table over looked to die for as well!! Next time! As for drinks, hubby fell in love with the Bloody Mary. I'm not a big fan of them in general, so I can't comment there, but it has rekindled his love for them. We will definitely be back for another weekend treat! Excited to try their dinner menu as well after reading more reviews! read more

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Our neighborhood go-to place for years now. Unfussy, basic good food. I've read some reviews and pretty much spot on but....I didn't see mention of the TURKEY BURGER! Easily the best I've ever had. For lunch, for dinner. And any of the salads. And has anyone also mentioned the filet sliders?? OMG. read more

We decided to go here after finding that the wait over at Over Easy would be over an hour. Next time I'll just wait the hour. So upon arriving to Crosby's we were greeted by a host who informed us that the wait would be 30 minutes. We, being very hungry, decided that we'd wait and decided to check out the area. Also, the restaurant texts you when your table is ready... amazing. Once we got the text and our table we ordered the crab cake for starters. This was a great idea as it was beautifully presented and delicious. I don't normally eat coleslaw but it was a welcome part of this meal. Ironically (like rain on your wedding day) we were joking that we'd have to share our $13 crab cake and this actually ended up being the case. At $13 I think we could've been given at least 1 more crab cake. For our main meal my friend ordered Crosby's Omelette, my wife the Eggs Florentine, and I ordered the Wood Roasted Chicken Hash. They all arrived promptly and were presented very well. However, looks can be deceiving and we were all disappointed. The Crosby's Omelette was barebones and unseasoned. The Eggs Florentine were served with a thin slice of ham and thick stale bread. The best looking of the bunch, my chicken hash, had no flavor. The chicken was dry, the potatoes seemed like they were taken straight from a boiler onto my plate, and the hollandaise sauce was thin and watery. My portion of the meal was so bad I was forced to return it. I NEVER return food. I am always afraid of what I'll get in terms of "bonuses". Regardless, asked what I wanted in return, I ordered the oatmeal pancakes (thinking pancakes could not be done poorly) and waited approximately 15 minutes for them to be served to me. While the pancakes were pancake shaped, thats were the similarities ended. Upon biting into them I was immediately greeted by what seemed like whole chunks of salt and raw dough. I tried to drown away my sadness with maple syrup but nothing seemed to improve the flavor or consistency of my order. Needless to say we were very disappointed. The only reason Crosby's gets 3 stars is because the crab cake was delicious and the service (aside from the long wait for raw pancakes) was great. read more

Crosby's Kitchen - Most delicious crab cake. - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Honestly I wish I could have this for dinner every single night... this is MY FAVORITE SALAD IN CHICAGO. it's so amazing. And the veggies are great and the maple butter that comes with the biscuit is crazy good. UGH I love crosbys... even better in person!! read more

Simple food, rich flavor. When I arrived on a Wednesday evening, we were told the wait would be about 35 minutes. Instead, we chose to eat at the bar. Crosby's was quite loud on the night we visited. Plenty of people brought their kids to dinner, and they screamed as expected. We tried the cornbread on Yelp's recommendation and it was good. It's got bits of green pepper in it. Kinda slimy, too. Like it was made with creamed corn or something. I prefer a drier cornbread, but no matter. I ordered the rotisserie chicken. Really moist and tender. The skin was packed with flavor. I also had the mashed potatoes, which were really well prepared. My girlfriend ordered fries with her entree. While they're the thin-cut fries I generally dislike, they were packed with flavor. I loved 'em. Service left something to be desired, but we were at the bar, so I'm inclined to let it slide. I'd go back to Crosby's in a heartbeat. Hopefully, my next visit will be during a less busy time. *** 2nd visit: I ordered the ribeye, which was approximately 60% fat. Poor form, Crosby's. read more

I was down the street at a friend's house and we wanted to stop in for dinner before a concert here. We called ahead and were told that there was no wait at all and to come on in. When we got there we were told it would be an hour and a half. Excuse me? That doesn't just happen in the 15 min it took us to get there. And the hostess was less than apologetic. Rude. I have eaten here and the food was good, just didn't like the whole situation this last time I went. At least apologize someone gave us completely wrong info! read more