I was on business in Chicago and dined at Buona Terra. It is probably the best Italian food I've…read morehad. The ravioli in a tomato brandy sauce was delicious. The sauce was delicate and very tasty. The garlic spread and bread were excellent. The service was prompt and courteous. The waiter Jose was attentive and recommended nice options. I recommend this restaurant. I will definitely return when I come back to Chicago! Truly a gem of a place. Everything went well.

My updated review is for the Irving Park location. Many of the classics from Logan Square remain,…read moreparticularly the veal pasta and the veal medallions. The food is excellent, across the board. They've also kept Hearth & Crust's pizza, which is a good thing. Cocktails remain superb, and Eileen has expanded the wine offerings to cover all of Italy, including an impressive Aglianico. We stop in once a month, or nearly so, and you should, too.

Love the niche feel of this hidden gem. Robert was absolutely incredible helping me choose the…read moreperfect wine for the occasion. Would be the perfect spot before or after dinner, can't wait to come back.

Intimate wine bar with the friendliest staff. Super helpful with choosing a wine based on our…read morepreferences and I believe they rotate through bottles fairly quick as I was also here maybe a month or two before so definitely a variety. Winery rep from Michigan happened to be there and it was a good time trying various wines. The snacks offered were also a treat, really enjoyed the chimi potatoes. Perfect spot to end the night.

Food is delicious And the wine selection even better, if wine isn't your think they do have bottled…read morebeer and on draft. It's a great place to for a nice semi fancy dinner or just a casual hang. when weather permits there's a patio. service and staff is always friendly. Every time i go i forget to take pictures of the food i do have these of the speciality pizza Fig and prosciutto it's so good i get it evertime i can. proscuitto, figs, goat cheese, garlic confit oil, arugula, mozzarella, pecorino-romano cheese, balsamic glaze, like come on that sounds good. the crab cakes are also good and the charcuterie is a great starter. believe you won't regret eating anything from their menu.

The ambience is warm, welcoming and cozy. We sat at the bar…read more We ordered the Chili Thai Fried Calamari. The calamari was cooked perfect. The chili Thai sauce was fresh and very good! We tried the Butternut Squash Pizza, it was the special. So glad we tried it. It was excellent!!! They should keep it on their main menu! The wait staff at the bar were attentive and very nice.

I had the pleasure to dine at Penumbra on a Thursday evening. We were celebrating a graduation and…read morethe staff were very welcoming when we arrived. I was visiting from out of town and was not familiar with the parking around the area. I asked one of the staff members and immediately they reassured me that the side street would raking was totally fine to park just so long as it wasn't the front of the building where you have to pay. The food started with a complementary potato soup which was flavorful and lovely. We got a round of drinks and one of our party didn't care for her drink and it was replaced no question. We had the flat iron steak, the chicken, and the salmon and each entree was wonderful. The proteins were all very tender and juicy. I was also very pleased with the salad that came first which was lightly dressed and very seasonal. We finished our dining experience with a slice of cheesecake. It was a nice cap to the end of a wonderful meal. I would recommend this restaurant for any occasion - I would love to come back and try some of the other items on their menu.

**Hidden gem!!!**…read more Penumbra is SUPER sexy and low-key elite. This is one of those spots that will make you look like a total restaurant pro if you take someone there or recommend it. The ambiance is intimate, romantic, and just feels exclusive without trying too hard. I took my girl there for her birthday and she absolutely loved it -- which is always the real test. We had the ribeye and the Rotini Bianco, and both were excellent. The ribeye was cooked perfectly, tender and flavorful. The Rotini Bianco was rich, creamy, and done just right. Every dish felt intentional and well executed. Don't hesitate to book. If you're trying to impress or celebrate something special, this is the move.

Food, service, ambiance are great. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. The menu changes…read morefrequently but there will be something for everyone. For wine-o's, they have a good per-glass selection but their bottle selection is truly massive. Cheers!

Highly recommend Webster's Wine Bar for their vast selection of wines. Maybe grab a class or two…read moreand an app to share. As far as the food, the burger was recommended to us (slagel farms beef) and we found that all three that were ordered were overcooked and dry. Kind of underwhelming. I'd try another dish, perhaps one of their seasonal dishes! I love the space and location and the service.

We came here for the Sparkling Tasting NYE Prep and had such a great experience. We tasted 12…read moredifferent wines, and the distributors were extremely knowledgeable! We learned a lot about fermentation and even discovered something new, especially with the pét-nats. The staff were friendly and genuinely enjoyable to talk to, and the event was very well organized. I also loved the atmosphere, cozy with a modern touch. After the tasting, we stopped by the bar and ordered a glass similar to our favorite wine from the tasting, and it was delicious. The bartender was very attentive as well. We also tried the cheese platter and it was amazing, the seed crackers with the cheese and apricot jam paired perfectly together. This was our first time here, but it definitely won't be our last. We had such a great time and will absolutely be back.

Went on a saturday around 4 for some mid day drinks with my friends. The sparkling orange drink is…read moredelicious but a bit pricey. The bartender was awesome. I love how much space there is but it's better at night because when we got there it was super bright inside and no music was playing so the ambiance was a little off. Overall it was a great spot to chat and catch up while enjoying some drinks.

If you like cute and trendy wine bars, you have to go to Outside Voices. This was my first spot on…read moremy Chicago trip visiting my best friend. We met up here. I walked from the Blue Line and felt extremely safe. It's in such a pretty part of town. There are plenty of seating spaces both inside and outside. When you arrive, you find a table you like and then go up to the counter to order. They have QR codes everywhere so you can see the menu online. If you like natural wines this is the place for you. The people who work here are absolutely incredible. I came straight from the airport so had my suitcase and one of the bartenders offered to take my bag to the back which I adored. My friend also took a really long time to get there from work so I just hung out for a while and they didn't make me feel too weird about it. One of them even gave me a generous pour of the wine I got. I also ordered us a meat and cheese board which was simple, but nice. Do know that the prices are a bit high here. If you want to get a full bottle of wine the average price is about $60 for a bottle. The aesthetics of this bar are A+. It is really loud inside. The name says it all, you will be using outside voices. While we adored this place, the music was a bit loud so it was a little hard to catch up. That being said, we made the most of it. It also was the spot that I asked her to be my bridesmaid so it'll forever have a special place in my heart. If you're looking for a cute and trendy place, with fun music blasting, and a great vibe, this is it. I highly recommend Outside Voices.

Went for happy hour on a Friday and it was very cute! The place was a bit dead when we got there…read moreinitially but soon enough pretty much all tables were taken. They have plenty of board games and a disco diner vibe going on. Would recommend for a girls night out. Fav on the menu - dry rosé cider, fries with garlic aioli

I am obsessed with this smash burger!…read more We walked in and were able to get seated at the bar. The bar itself feels a little like a dive bar with a chill atmosphere. We ordered a beer and each had our own burger. Yum yum yum! I can't wait to come back and have this burger 20 more times.

Hands down best smash burger. Perfect size, perfect amount of sauce! Love that they're open super…read morelate. Will be back for sure. Their curds are also top notch.

Community is the place to go to treat your tastebuds to great food with amazing flavors, make a…read morereservation today!

Still great and the same as I remember! Service, food, drinks are all great!…read more We ordered an appetizer, a dumpling dish, noodles, fish, and a dessert.

If you're looking for a chill place to get delicious craft cocktails, with an intimate setting, but…read morestill have enough space to have a conversation without worrying others around you, this is the place to be. They only have one TV in the corner, and it's showing the albums of the smooth jazz music. They're playing over the speakers. This is a place to congregate with friends, family, or perhaps to meet strangers. Don't expect to have the local ball game on. But I think that's the whole idea, encouraging human interaction. Both the bartender and the server were incredibly kind and friendly, and I already feel like I've made new friends.

Moonflower, located on Milwaukee Avenue just south of Montrose, is a cool bar that always seems to…read moredraw a good-sized crowd. My lovely wife and I have been here a handful of times, but recently we enjoyed the Happy Hour deals. Yes they have Happy Hour specials until 6PM every day. $6 gets you drinks such as an Old Fashioned, Lemon Drop or Margarita. You can also fill up on a New Moon Burger with fries (one griddled meat patty) or a pair of Moondogs with fries for $12. Everything was tasty - the burger, the corn dogs, and the crisp seasoned fries. Come to Moonflower and enjoy the drinks, food and the soundtrack too.