ordered a salad for takeout. missing several of the items listed in the salad. I ordered the wrightwood, not sure what I got. salad had no chicken, avacodo, alminds, then had some random other stuff tossed in. very dissappointing. beware of delivery or takeout I guess. read more

Disappointing recent experiences from a neighborhood standby. I've been going to this place for years because it has always been a solid place to get reasonably priced and well-made food. It has a welcoming environment and the staff has always been nice. I don't know if they take it for granted or not that it's a repeat spot for locals so they started to skimp on quality or what, but I was really disappointed by my last experience. Everything was somehow completely cold even though it came out quickly. Don't totally understand how it could have even been sitting out long enough to get cold, but cold potatoes, cold omelette, cold bacon. The bacon was so burnt it was inedible and you only get 2 slices for a side order. The fruit was mealy and weird. It was really disappointing. The server at least took the bacon off the bill and I didn't want to cause a scene by returning the entire meal (even though none of it was up to par). I am hoping it was a bad day for their kitchen because normally this place is good, but I don't plan to come back for breakfast anytime soon. read more

We were touring Southport and discovered a wonderful smell in the air. We find the source and stopped in for a bite. We were seated very quickly at a booth by the window. Staff was very friendly. I ordered an IPA that was fine, but my wife ordered a glass of sangria that was amazing. We love to share our food so we ordered a rotisserie chicken salad and 3 filet sliders with blue cheese and sauteed onions and an order of fries. The salad was good, but the sliders we out of this world! Had a great time with great food and great people. read more

Staff should receive 10 stars!! Everyone was professional, well mannered, knowledgeable, polite, and very attentive. The place was packed both inside and outside but we were never void of excellent service. Ordered calamari as a starter for $12.00 and when it came to the table I was shocked. I asked the server to confirm the price, which he did, and I said to him that I did not want the calamari as I am not going to pay that price for such a small serving. He apologized, the manager came and apologized, the server again apologized and offered the calamari to us for free. I said thank you but we don't want it. If I send something back I don't want something for free, as I hate to be thought of one of those people who try to get food for free. My friend raved about the potato cakes, he said the salmon was good. I had the rotisserie chicken and the breast was a tad dry but the thighs were amazing. If I would have ordered 10 chicken thighs I would have eaten all of them. When the bill arrived the calamari wasn't taken off the bill. I showed the server and the manager came to the table once again and apologized and gave us a discount. read more

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Not sure why this place is always crowded but avoid for brunch. The beef in the prime rib hash was tough and inedible. It was called a skillet and came in a dessert sized skillet for $16.99. Service was inattentive; two visits by waitstaff to take the order and bring the check. read more

To start, I love Crosby's Kitchen and have ordered many times since we've been locked down. Today, I was very disappointed when I received my order of the Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad w/chicken. (My favorite). I asked for extra dressing - no extra dressing. The salad was packaged weirdly with chicken and au jus in a side compartment so it made the salad difficult to eat from the container without sloshing juice all over. When I moved the salad to a plate, I found it was composed of over 50% arugula. It's a Brussels sprout salad. I'd probably be okay with it, but I just spent $28 for a salad after delivery. and tip. That's a lot of money to not get what I wanted. I'm not giving up because I love their food so much, but I was really disappointed today. read more

Been here several times for brunch & dinner. Big fan of the wrightwood salad! Also the chicken dish is amazing. Today I ordered the steak salad for takeout and it was so good! Crunchy & tasty Great for takeout, families, outdoor summer dining read more

I don't get it man, I just don't. Everything was fine but the menu leaves something to be desired. I've gotten a turkey burger and a chicken dip (two different visits) and I wasn't WOWed either time. Not bad, just eh. Their fries however are pretty great and if I go back I'd have to have the fries with whatever I got. The inside is cute and clean, always cool despite having a door open to the patio on hot days which is nice. I just don't live for it and I wish I did. Maybe their brunch is the way to go. Over all I'm just thoroughly indifferent ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ read more

I came back for lunch with a friend and my, my, my, how the tables have turned. It wasn't a particularly busy day at the restaurant, but our waiter was super friendly and patient with us as we kept getting too sidetracked from our menus to order the first few (maybe four) times he asked us. The lunch fair was miles above what I remember of brunch, but now I just may have to come back a bit earlier to re-try brunch and make sure I wasn't just in a hangry bad mood the first time I tired it. Oh and I'd also like to come back for dinner and drinks (the menu was so tempting at 1pm...) Way to win me back, Crosby's! read more

The food is really good and the place is known for its rotisserie chicken. I live down the street and get takeout a lot. Always tons of families with kids here but overall great restaurant. Highly recommend all the food including the Wrightwood salad and skillet cornbread. read more

This a great family restaurant. I bring my son here often. The food is great especially the roasted chicken. It's very moist and seasoned. My son loves the atmosphere and the food. He's a picky eater but never has a problem finding something on the kid's menu. Sometimes there can be a bit of a wait so I suggest reservations even during the day. This place is definitely worth it. read more

I've passed by this place a few times as I live in the area, and have been meaning to try it. One night I gave it a go. I was alone, so I was looking for a table for one. Much to my surprise, there was a wait. I gave them my name and I was informed of a 35-40 minute wait for a table for one...I was stunned. I wasn't expecting this, so I hung out at the Amazon Books store down the street. I did not particularly enjoy having to wait, but I was eager to try the place. Pro tip: plan ahead - make reservations. Overall, the food was good and the speed in which I got my food was delightful as I was hungry from waiting. One note that I would make is that while I was a table of one, the wait staff skipped my table in their rounds as compared to the tables on the left and right of me. This happens often when I dine alone, so this is not particular to this place, but something worth the attention. Give this place a try if you're in the area. read more

We ordered pick up and the fries were so stale and the turkey burger was okay but my boyfriend said the eggs he ordered were not good and the asparagus was soggy. I don't think I'll be ordering here again. read more

Sat at the bar and had a couple of beers and the Wrightwood salad, which was excellent. I was visiting from out of town, so I don't know the typical crowd level, but it was pretty full when I arrived about 8pm on a Thursday. The staff were friendly and very attentive. I would definitely come back next time I'm in Chicago. read more

Came here for the first time on 10/12 to celebrate my mothers birthday. We waited over an hour for a table as we had a bigger party and this place was slammed. The food was delicious and everyone at the table loved their meal. They more than made up for the wait. For the birthday celebration they put a candle in the dessert and wished my mother a happy birthday. Very nice touch. The only reason this is a 4 star review is I could not find ANYWHERE that stated reservations are required or suggested. Nothing on their website. Nothing on opentable. NOTHING. I don't know if this is a huge oversight or they enjoy making people wait but when you have two children under the age of 7, an hour wait is dicey. Please add a sentence on your website that states "call to make a reservation" as I definitely would have, had I known. We will be back, but this time with a reservation. read more

Great casual restaurant with attentive and friendly service. Open seating plan framed by large bar and open kitchen has outdoor seating on both sides and produces a solid selection of food. It might not be what most diners are searching for but the in house fresh made veggie burger is outstanding. Large patty made with rice, beans, walnuts, wild mushrooms and sweet potatoes topped with jalapeño mayo and cheddar if you choose but it doesn't need it. You can get the fries but opt for the quinoa farro salad that has a kick with its spicy dressing. A different homemade soup every day and good selection of micro brews. One of my favorite places on my favorite street read more

The food is always good. Love that they are so consistent. If you want to order take out, we would suggest that you avoid Grubhub with this one. The food was again made on time and outstanding however, our order left the restaurant and took over 30 mins to get to us (we live 1.7 miles a away). We watched as the Grubhub make multiple stops as we tracked. Our hamburgers and fries were cold and almost went right in the trash. Pick up yourself if you can. We have made a complaint with Grubhub. read more

So i came here for Chicago restaurant week ... i always print out the menus before i come so i was expecting what was on the online menu. The first thing that was bad is that they had already ran out of salmon and it was only 7:30pm ...they stay open until 10pm mind you. Ok so i settled for the rotisserie chicken which was so dry. I ordered the lobster deviled eggs for my starter and to my dismay there were only two halves when online menu clearly states it's 3 halves so ..i was majorly disappointed...i ordered the Wright wood salad for my second course and the salad had massive pieces of chicken thrown in with hardly any vinaigrette...I'm halfway thru the salad and out comes these cornbread croutons ... it wasn't that many people in the restaurant and service was terribly slow. I can honestly say i will not be back to this restaurant. There is street parking which was kind of hard to find a park. read more

Crosby's Kitchen - Lobster deviled eggs - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Waited for 45 minutes for a table that never came up. Decided to just order to go and take it home. Sat on the chairs on the side to wait for my to go order, was called to pay for my order 10-15 minutes after it was set next to the computer banks across from where I was sitting. It is what it is. What really pissed me off is seeing this pile of nonsense that they are passing off as my cheeseburger with a side order of fries. Yep, that's the burger patty under my side of fries. Thanks for an amazing evening Crosby's Kitchen. Yikes. read more

Crosby's Kitchen - Prepared with care - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I asked the bartender to make a bloody mary with only tomato juice not the pre made mix. Waitress said although they had tomato juice, they couldn't make a BM because they didn't know which ingredients to use. If your a bartender and have the ingredients on hand (which they did) then you should accomodate your customers especially if bartending is your profession. It's annoying. Overall, i feel this place is boring and overpriced. It seems like the menu hasn't changed in years. read more

A group of us went here for their $24 Restaurant week lunch, and I'm so happy to report it probably was one of the best RW deals out there this year :) That aside, their food is amazing! So, first off, make sure you call for reservation, it's a shame they don't have an online reso system, but you will need it since it is quite a popular dining spot. We were all seated promptly, our waitor is very friendly and informative. It was lunch, so I got a Blood Mary for drink, it was so tasty and came with a little miller chaser, so cool! Food wise, I got the lobster deviled eggs to start. The portion was a bit sad, considering they serve 3 pieces for $9 on the regular menu, we only got 2...that said, it was sooo yummy, who doesn't like lobster?! One of my friends got the mini fillet sandwiches, and that was a killer starter! Highly recommend that if you come with a big appetite. Many of us wanted to try the BBQ Salmon, however, it wasn't an option that day :( So I chose the Rotisserie chicken instead. I swear I can eat that in 2 meals easy! It's half a chicken with mashed potatoes, very creamy and the chicken is well seasoned. My friends got the chicken dip sandwich, this is a good choice if you want a bit more carb and still get to try their chicken! For dessert, our waitor was so kind to tip that the cookie icecream is limited for RW only, so I ended up getting that! However, their carrot cake was also just as delicious, but you can get that anytime. We were all STUFFED after the meal. Your money goes a long way at Crosby's! I will come back to try the BBQ salmon on another occasion :) read more

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Crosbys is great for brunch on the weekends, get there early though, gets very busy!

I hope I don't end up pregnant after eating here. I'm not sure what's in the water in Southport Corridor, but I'm not exaggerating when I say that every single table in this place had one or more kids, women visibly pregnant, or women who looked as if they were about to give birth after the appetizers were served. Whoa, peeps be some Fertile Myrtles in this 'hood. Anyway, that's neither here nor there...I'm here to talk about the food. CK is owned and operated by the same fine folks who own Dunlay's, Frasca, and Smoke Daddy, so there's some menu crossover. Crosby's has several rotisserie items on their menu, including a nightly special, as well as chicken, which is offered every day. We started with lobster deviled eggs and smoked salmon. I was pretty disappointed with the deviled eggs. Way too much mayo and the lobster was very finely minced so very little lobster flavor came through. I kinda felt like I was eating cat food. The smoked salmon was fine. Nothing remarkable; we didn't finish it (but speaking of cats, we took the rest home and our kitties devoured it). For our entrees, I had the rotisserie chicken which came with scallion mashed potatoes, and he had the halibut, which was the fish special. Both were good, but nothing we couldn't get elsewhere or that we would go out of our way to eat again. I also thought our meal was rather pricey for being a "neighborhood" place. Two appetizers, two entrees, and two beers, plus tax and tip, came in at just under $100. I can think of much better meals I've enjoyed for far less money. Our server was really upbeat and very knowledgeable. He was so animated and "on;' he'd be better off in a less-casual establishment. Crosby's is indeed A-OK; nothing to keep me rushing back, but I can see why it's busy. If you're in the mood for decent American food and/or looking to get knocked up, I'd say Crosby's is right up your alley. read more

Cute upscale neighborhood restaurant that serves up a cornbread with maple butter that is essentially like starting out your meal with a cake. I highly recommend ordering this for the table the minute you get seated. So.freaking.good. Cornbread aside, their menu offers up something for everyone - salads, burgers, sandwiches, and meat from their rotisserie. The veal brisket stroganoff won the contest on a cold night, and was rich and satisfying. So, for your cold winter pre-Jeni's nights (because you can still eat Jeni's in the winter time - YES YOU CAN), come here for some comforting dinner. Sit close by (but no by) the fireplace (or you'll roast), and you can have a cozy Southport Corridor dinner, complete with all the families and children surroundings that you could possibly want, and cornbread in a skillet that will chase away all your winter blues. read more

A southern feeling kitchen atmosphere with a fun menu. A little sparse, but fun. Space is cavernous and the BBQ smell is amazing. Wanted to try the lobster deviled eggs because deviled eggs are like the devil to me but didn't get an appetizer. Maybe next time. Had the chicken dip sandwich. A-ok is about right. The rotisserie chicken is quite good and so are the mashed potatoes. Topped with fresh arugula and onions made it excellent. Now if they could use garden tomatoes we would have a 5-star sandwich. Prices are typical for Southport and the waitstaff is super friendly. The menu needs a creative kick in the pants but maybe they will consider expanding it as the options are a little safe..... read more

The food was exceptional, but when we ordered coffee, there was spinach in the creamer. Also, at the bottom of the cup was a sugar packet wrapper. The thing is, we didn't put sugar in our coffee. We told our waiter, and all he said was "Well that's embarrassing." No apologies. The food might be good, but clean dishes are appreciated. That was hands down the nastiest dining experience. read more

We were told the wait would be 20-25 minutes but we could wait at the bar in the meantime. Well the bar was packed and the wait ended up being 30-35 minutes. There is a decent sized waiting area so it wasn't uncomfortable but we did watch a lot of people from the athletic club across the street walk in to ask about the wait and walk out so they did lose quite a bit of business. From the outside, this place looks huge but that couldn't be farther from the truth. Along one wall there are about 5-6 booths. On the opposite wall there are again 5-6 booths that sit 4 maybe 5 people comfortably. In the center is a row of 6-7 tables that can sit 4 people and a row of 8-9 tables that can sit 2-4 people. Backing up to those two rows of tables are another 6 booths that can sit 2-4 right next to the kitchen. The bar sits about 20 people but I have no idea if you can order food from there or not and it is first come first serve. They could definitely have added more tables they had planned the layout better. There almost seemed to be too much space between rows of tables/booths. if The kitchen is pretty much out in the open and is visible to just about every table in the place, which I liked and I thought it lived up to the name of the place. If you call yourself Crosby's Kitchen, I would like to see the kitchen. I had heard that this place had phenomenal corn bread, that's another part of the reason why I chose it. My boyfriend and I love cornbread. Since I'm from the South, I have a very high standard that has to be met and I am often disappointed. Our server was very friendly but neglected to tell us certain things about the menu. They were out of two of the beers I tried to order. In my experience, when they bring the table to the menu, it is the server's responsibility to say something like "Oh and by the way, we are out of ..." So, I was a little frustrated and asked for more time to pick something out. They were out of Two Brothers Domaine DuPage French Country Ale and Crispin Honey Cider. My boyfriend ended up getting Boulevard "Unfiltered Wheat". When our server came back to the table, she had two Boulevards even though I hadn't ordered yet. It was quite loud so I suppose she didn't hear me. I ended up not ordering a beer but she left the extra, at no cost to us, and I eventually drank that. I cannot let alcohol go to waste! Then we ordered food. As an appetizer, I couldn't resist the lobster deviled eggs. For 3 halves, it was $9 but I figured, why not? When we ordered the cornbread we were told they were out. I had had enough at that point and kind of snapped but she kept her composure. She then explained it would be about 20 minutes, they were making more but it just wouldn't come out right away. Why didn't she say that in the first place? Saying that you are out of something implies that there isn't anymore. If she had said that it would be a few minutes, I wouldn't have said a word. It ended up taking a whopping 6 minutes to make it to our table. I would have expected to wait a few minutes anyways. For main courses, we ordered the chicken dip with mashed potatoes and the Wrightwood salad. It came out piping hot, as any good cornbread should. The menu simply says "iron skilled cornbread served hot with maple butter". I felt that it had a little spiciness to it but I was pleasantly surprised and I would order it again. The lobster deviled eggs came out about two minutes after the cornbread. They were outstanding, smooth, and most importantly loaded with succulent lobster. At $9 they are a little pricey but if you love deviled eggs or lobster these are for you, splurge a little! I can't say enough good things. Our food came out about 10 minutes later. The chicken was succulent and not dried out at all. The chicken dip included rotisserie chicken, jack cheese, tomato, onion, arugula, and chicken au jus. The jack cheese was the perfect compliment and the bread held up to the au jus. The au jus was almost completely unnecessary. The chicken was perfect all on it's own but the au jus wasn't overly salty which I liked. The mashed potatoes were forgettable, they didn't have any particular taste and were kind of lumpy. I didn't get a great picture of the Wrightwood salad but it had a lot going on. It included rotisserie chicken, tomatoes, craisins, avocado, goat cheese, corn, almonds, citrus vinaigrette, and cornbread croutons. Let me tell you, this salad was delicious. The cornbread croutons were perfect and the goat cheese was fresh and creamy. Sometimes when they throw everything in a salad it is a bit overwhelming. Not in this case, every flavor complimented the next and the textures were also extremely diverse. We skipped dessert to go to an Italian ice place but the skillet cookies is supposed to be phenomenal here, we will be back to try it again. The manager, Michelle, ended up taking the cornbread off our bill since here was an issue which she definitely didn't have to do but we appreciated read more

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Small portion -- poor service -- tasty, though On this, my second try at eating here, I got lucky and their one two-top was vacant. Most of their trade is large parties who like to camp out, and the wait is often unpleasantly long. The chicken hash I ordered, while tasty and with properly well-done vegetables, did not include the bacon the menu claimed would be an ingredient. It also was by far the smallest skillet dish I've ever been served anywhere -- it came in a 5 inch diameter pan. Really? For a $13 main dish, accompanied only by a single biscuit? And no bacon. I ordered coffee, and the server brought it without a spoon and without lingering to check. I assumed that my set up, rolled in a cloth napkin, would include one -- nope. How am I supposed to stir my hot beverage? When she passed by again, I asked for one, and she cheerfully brought -- a soup spoon. Really? Most Americans are familiar with the concept of a teaspoon, and they use it to stir sugar and/or cream into coffee. Not here, though. My table was supplied with butter but no jelly, unlike nearby tables, so I went without. Verdict: worth a try, but won't go back -- I'll leave it to the crowds of three-generation and double-dating young parent families who seem to love the place. NOTE To the party of six (four adults and two infants) at the table next to mine, who were finished eating before I got there and didn't leave until I was through eating a half hour later, even though there were other groups waiting: YOU DO NOT OWN THE WORLD. Despite what US popular culture and tax policy might lead you to believe, YOU DON'T. Oblivious entitled pigs. Other people waiting, waiting, waiting. read more

Food fair amount and taste. Customer service fair. Enjoyed the BBQ Salmon and Quinoa Salad. The Bacon potato cakes you can pass on. If zoom in on my picture you will see a pinch of bacon in the center with a shake and bake crust read more

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My family had dinner here on Labor Day with my in-laws, and we all had a great time. Right off the bat, here is something that deeply impressed me. I asked our waitress what the "Fresh Catch of the Day" was - with low expectations. After all, Monday is the worst day to order fresh seafood, since typically you're getting what's leftover from the weekend. Plus, it was a holiday - what was I thinking? Well, our waitress told me the catch was Walleye, and that in order to get it fresh on a holiday they had to find a different purveyor! Now *that* is dedication to quality ingredients! We ordered the guacamole as an app (very fresh tasting, though I wanted more heat in the form of fresh jalapenos), while my wife ordered a crab cake. I had a bite, and let me tell you it was twice as good (and half the price) of the crab cakes I had a few days earlier at Joe's. For entrees, I ordered the Walleye, which came out simply grilled with just a little salt and pepper (when seafood is fresh, often simpler is better), and it was great. My meal also came with excellent grilled asparagus with a little snap to them still. My wife had a half-slab of ribs, which we both thought were just great. Our 8 yr old daughter had the chicken tenders, which were NOT the frozen product you find at 90% of the places in town, they were clearly made to order. (I should mention that I have 15 years in the restaurant biz in a former life, at every front or back-of-house position including GM, so I know a few things...). Her fries were the skinny kind, hand-cut, and were terrific - again, this is an area where so many other places cut corners. My in-laws both had burgers, which they enjoyed very much. My father-in-law's was overcooked - the only significant flaw in the entire meal - but since he still enjoyed it, he did not send it back. For dessert, our waitress Amy overheard that I was celebrating my birthday, and she sent over a choc chip cookie in a skillet with vanilla ice cream with a candle (thankfully, the staff did NOT sing to me!), and it was delicious. I had my heart set on the Key Lime Pie so I ordered that too, and it was also excellent. So the food was top-notch, the service was really on top of things (any request was fulfilled in the blink on an eye it seemed), our waitress was knowledgeable and genuinely friendly, and we didn't spend a ton of money. Bravo. One last thing... on the way out the door, the hostess wished me a happy birthday. I had not interacted with her before, but she must have noticed our celebration. It was an unexpected and sincere gesture that really made me feel special. read more

This place is awesome! Best restaurant in the Southport Corridor. On Wednesday the offer $29 filet of beef that is outstanding! They only have a limited supply so make sure you go early. Literally every time we go we ask if they have the filet is stock before even ordering or drinks. It's usually 50/50 if it is available. They go quick. They have great beers on tap and a great cookie skillet for dessert. Another awesome thing is this restaurant takes reservations for brunch which is very rare in Chicago. Make sure to call a few days before though. The brunch is fantastic as well. read more

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

Came for brunch.... there are many other places in the area to still try is my overall opinion. Food was fine, no complaints. Their hash browns are more of a casserole variety with what seems like a lot of butter and cream so be careful if you're lactose intolerant! My boyfriend and I ordered 2 different omelets which were fine. The complaint is the service. They brought other people's food to our table no less than 3 times and never apologized. When our meal did arrive, the person was not familiar with the brunch menu and could not tell me which omelette was which. She brought me a menu so I could figure out from the ingredients which omelette was mine..... Uhhh, huh? read more

While waiting for a table my imagination took hold and I saw before me giant cake. A wedding cake. My parent's wedding cake, and I wanted to eat it. But then I realized this cake was actually my grandfather's head, and to reach it I had to climb up his body, using his old ribcage and bones and such as footholds. But before I could get halfway up the rickety old scaffolding, degrading the effigy of a man I had never met, I saw that the cake is indeed rotten, black and toppled, obviously forgotten over the years. I was melancholy.  Definitely get the rotisserie chicken. Yum-o! read more

You know you're a true Chicagoan when you're still willing to dine al fresco in 40 degree weather because you refuse to accept that winter is coming. Brunch is lovely here. Get their kicky bloody mary, and add on bacon! I am also a sucker for monkey bread so of course ordered that in addition to my stuffed french toast. Yup, I would totally fail paleo. Bonus Points: They take reservations for brunch! read more

Crosby's Kitchen is delicious! They are known for their rotisserie chicken. I ordered the bbq salmon with a side of asparagus. The food was outstanding. It had great flavor, and was grilled to perfection! During the week this place often gets busy around lunch time. I went on a Friday and the wait time was about 20-25 minutes long. Totally worth the wait. This is a great family friendly option for a great dinner. read more

I was so excited when a new restaurant was opening up around the corner from me and I can now say, I'm even MORE excited that it's Crosby's Kitchen. The place has been PACKED since opening - seriously - packed...like 45 minute wait packed. Somehow through all the chaos, I've managed to eat there two times. FIRST thing in the morning for breakfast and recently dinner at 7:00pm. Both times (right when they open) and 7:00pm were perfect and we were able to sit right away. First, I have to say, I love the decor inside...it's kind of like chic farmhouse - howevever the menu is not "southern" food. That being said, they have great options and everything I've tested out was delish. For breakfast, I tried the donuts and I would highly recommend, they came out piping hot and were sooo good w/ coffee in the morning and they're pretty airy as well. After the donuts, I did order an omelet w/ veggies and goat cheese inside. Overall, it was good - it was pretty dense though so I only had a few bites. Dinner - we tried the cornbread which was VERY good - almost like a dessert and enough for 4 people. I had the sashimi salad which was very unexpected. It was pretty large, there was a dressing over the sashimi as well - it was VERY good. Although, I probably will ask for dressing on the side next time - I'm not a huge dressing fan. My husband had the rotisserie chicken which was amazing! I loved it. We ended the night with the cookie skillet and I would say out of all the cookie skillets in the city - this one is by far the best...hands down. Overall, I REALLY like Crosby's Kitchen, I love that it feels like an open restaurant and it's kid friendly AND has a bar for people to sit at if they choose. The downside is that it can get REALLY loud in here and it typically takes a while to get a seat. If you go first thing in the morning, you're all good and if you go after kids go to bed (7pmish) you're in the clear as well. I will be back. OH and I heard they take reservations too! BONUS!!! read more

All there is to know: TRY THE CORNBREAD, TRY THE CORNBREAD, TRY THE CORNBREAD.... IT'S LIKE CRACK!!!! I'm serious I love cornbread like a lot and if you only have eaten that jiffy crap you find at the grocery store then try this. You will have a small tear go down your cheek after one bite. Only reason I didn't give 5 stars was my rotisserie chicken was just a tad above room temperature and would of liked it a lot warmer. But nothing to cry about. The staff is very very friendly. Kept seeing empty strollers come out of the kitchen and we were like "are they cooking babies?" But i guess they store them in there... ha! EAT THE FRIGGIN' CORNBREAD OMG... THEY NEED TO SELL LOAVES OR SOMETHING. read more

Crosby's is my go to place on Southport! CK really has it all, great service and amazing food. My go-to dinner option is the Pike Place BBQ Salmon. I literally dream about this salmon on a weekly basis, it's so fresh and so good. Easily the best bbq salmon I've ever had in my life! The brunch menu is amazing as well. You desperately need to order the Monkey Bread, your life will be changed. Aside from the food, the service and atmosphere are great! Such a warm comfortable restaurant with great employees. I love Crosby's!! read more

Crosby's is a welcome addition to the Southport Corridor. Occupying the old Coney Dog's space, the restaurant has been completely updated, and is reminiscent of its sister restaurant, Frasca. Overall, the restaurant has a great vibe - just the right amount of seating for the space with a tolerable noise level. For starters, my friend and I shared the Tuna Poke and cornbread skillet. The Tuna was so-so, but I just got back from Hawaii so the bar is pretty high. The cornbread was delicious. In the Fall, it'd be perfect with a bowl of chili. For the main course, I had the orecchiette with pork ragu. I intentionally left off the spicy description because the sauce was pretty bland. My friend had the chicken dip sandwich which she said was excellent. For dessert, we shared the cookie skillet. It and the cornbread - the two skillets- were the highlights! The drink menu was interesting, and the drinks fairly priced. I look forward to returning for brunch; if their Bloody's rival Dunlay's (another sister restaurant), I may find myself there everyone Sunday morning. read more

This place is a kid extravaganza!!! A few other reviewers casually noted that there were a lot of kids at this place, but holy cow! I just thought it needed to be clearly mentioned here. Crosby's Kitchen markets themselves as a family restaurant, and they are very happy to take care of people with small children. They have a "stroller valet" and a never-ending supply of high chairs. However, If you're not toting six kids in three double-wide strollers, this might not be your place. We went during what we assumed would be an "off" time for the families and it was still practically a daycare. The food was decent, straight-forward American fare. Chicken, ribs, etc. I didn't have any real complaints about the food, but nothing was especially great either. Everyone orders the lobster deviled eggs, and they were probably the best thing I had. Definitely a good restaurant for families, and a welcome addition to the neighborhood, but for now it's just not our kind of place. If the food was spectacular we would still go back, but it was simply A-OK. Three stars. read more