My wife and I got a burger with curly fries and have some of the worst stomach cramps ever…read more Could've just gotten unlucky, but the fries tasted like the oil was very old. Burger was fine but not worth the price. Also, their daily specials change if the Cubs are playing and their website doesn't address that at all. So maybe call ahead and confirm with the host that their specials are actually real.

Vibes are a ten. Pizza is a 7.3…read more We went in on a rainy day in Wrigleyville. We were welcomed with warmth which is what we needed on a day like that. We got two pies, the Italian beef and the dill pickle. I love the creative toppings. This is tavern style pizza. That means it's baked twice. Once for the dough, once for the toppings. That can lead to a dryer crust which is pretty typical for the style. It's crispy and the topping ratio really matters. This place hit. The dough was super crispy and the toppings mad up about 2/3rds of the bite. The Italian beef was really good, the pickle was alright. The sauce seemed broken and mealy. We will be back each time were in the area.

Delightful local place for brunch! While it was a great day to be on the patio, we were really…read morehappy with our four person table near the bar. Very kid, friendly with quality, high chairs and solid kids menu. Appreciate that their chicken strips were grilled versus fried and that they offered steamed vegetables versus french fries. One of the unique dishes that caught my eye was a ham and cheese French toast. It was sliced ham & housemade rosemary cream cheese between two slices of challah French toast and a side of maple syrup. Even though it mentions fried brussels sprouts, it's only a couple of leaves on top more as a garnish than a side dish. It was the ideal, sweet and savory brunch item! Service was spectacular. It really feels like a neighborhood joint that you want to go to all the time!

Good experience overall. Just went in for a coffee to get a few things done on my laptop. What's…read morecool about the place is that it's a Cafe, bar, restaurant and live music venue all wrapped into one. I sat at the bar and my drink (Buzzy Bee) was REALLY GOOD. It is loud in there (to be expected!). Service a little slow. Biggest complaint is that it was soooo warm in there. I've talked to other people who've stopped by there and that seems to be a common issue. Other than the temperature inside, I will be back. Maybe will sit outside on a day when it's not rainy.

Our new favorite spot for Bears! Service and food were top notch. It was a fun vibe as well. We…read morewill be back.

Fun inside and outside bar right outside Wrigley field. It wasn't busy so service was normal but I…read morecan imagine being 100 feet from the stadium, it must be nuts on a game day. I just ordered a cheeseburger bowl of chicken tortilla soup, which was fairly spicy yet ok and a beer - straightforward and fine. This is more like a 3 1/2 star, but mostly because of the location and atmosphere.

Went before Noah Kahan on Tuesday. Great location and delicious food! BBQ burger was super…read moreflavorful and would definitely eat again. It wasn't nearly as busy as I'd thought for right before the concert, but still had plenty of people. Bartender was super attentive and friendly, constantly checking in, chatting with us, and getting us what we needed. I should mention that the seating situation was odd-- we had a party of 2 and the options we were offered were stand at the bar or go upstairs (outside, and it was nearly 100°). We took the standing at the bar option. There were several tables in that area not occupied the entire time we ate there, and to add to the oddness, a party of six came in as we were on our way out the door and they were offered indoor seating with a 20 minute wait. Weird! But food was worth it and would go again if I'm in the wrigleyville area!

Order carryout and it was very good. Wrightwood salad was a 9/10 and better than your average bar…read moresalad. Smoked wings are great 9/10 also. Completely fall off the bone. I didn't order the little sample of pulled chicken it they added that in which was nice and tasty, not dry at all. I would definitely recommend

Although they normally open at 5 on Sunday, I snagged a 4 pm reservation (they open earlier when…read morethere are evening Cubs games). It's a delightful location right across the street from Gallagher Way and Wrigley Field -- but it's not a sports bar, it's a nice restaurant. It's not large, but there are a decent number of 2 and 4-tops, plus bar seats. I was pleasantly greeted on arrival, and throughout my stay, I was treated so well by waiter Landon, plus front-of-house staff. I got the mussels (from Prince Edward Island, which are the best) in an incredibly rich garlic broth with lardons and Fresno peppers -- the crisp baguette slices were perfect for soaking up more of the delicious broth. I also got the Sweet Potato Rosti. Almost charred outside, yet sweet and tender inside -- so delicious, with a set of surprises to go with it (creamy horseradish sauce, onion marmalade, trout roe...) Both appetizer dishes were delicious and served as a full meal for one person (I recommend the rosti as a shared dish - it's a bit much for one person). Finished with crème brûlée - delicious with a fun garnish of charred marshmallow. I tried a couple of their ballpark drinks. The Bleacher Tea was outstanding - a good balance (not too sweet) with a nice tea flavor and a kick. The Day Game Daze was a little less successful (I wasn't really getting the coffee, as it seemed the Bonanto and sweet vermouth were dominating). Overall, a wonderful experience before a Cubs game!

A calm and cozy environment in the heart of Wrigley…read more We chose this spot before going to see a short film and we are so glad we did. There was some major drinking event going on and while the streets were wild, Mordecai did not participate. We were seated promptly with reservation and greeted by Avery who was sweet, kind and helpful with getting us familiar with the menu. We ordered cocktails which both came to us balanced and tasty, I can always appreciate when there is craft ice for an old fashioned! The Arancini was so tasty, very happy they did not overdue the Saffron We ordered the Mordecai and the deluxe burger which both came out delicious and finished every bite. It's also mentionable that some rowdy types tried to come in and the hostess did be sure to verify that behavior did not disrupt their patrons which we were very happy to see. Thank you for caring about the experience of everyone! Overall a great spot and we will return in the future!

I feel there's a big difference between good (4-star) and great (5-star) review ratings. I have no…read morereservations giving Coda Di Volpe a five-star review. We had appetizers, meals and desserts. Lots to review; all good. Peaches n' Crema - burrata pugliese, spiced honey, piccolo cucumber, pistachio, mint. This app was delightful in every way. It was sweet and savory in a unique way. Octopus Carpaccio Siciliano - peperoncino, orange, oreganata, caper. If a restaurant has octopus on the menu, I get it. This was the most unusual preparation of octopus I've seen. It was sliced thin like carpaccio (it's not only in the name, our server also made it clear before I ordered). All the ingredients worked together to deliver a nice flavor. It was good, but I lost the taste of octopus in it. Still, it was very good. Wood Roasted Meatballs - beef & pork, pomodoro, wild oregano, parmigiano vecchio. It was a three-meatball appetizer. I got to try a bit and it was wonderful! I tasted just a bit of fennel, one of my favorite spices in Italian food. Mark was able to save one to add to his pasta. Tagliolini All'amalfitana - clams, prawns, calamari, vermentino, cherry tomatoes, parsley. Our friend ordered this and thoroughly enjoyed it. Bucatini Siccagno Pomodoro - siccagno tomato siciliano, garlic, basil; simple and delicious. As I mentioned, Mark added a meatball from the appetizer. I believe they can be ordered with the meal, which I heartily recommend. Paccheri Calabrese - n'duja pork ragu, san marzano tomato, peperoncini, parmigiano vecchio. SO delicious! I loved the flattened pasta. It was a lot of food. I didn't think I'd finish, but I most certainly did. Again, highly recommended. For dessert - Tiramisu. Our friend found it a bit dry. It was the lowest point of the meal, but not low enough to lower my review. Our friend mentioned it may have been day-old, but there's no way to tell. My hope is this dessert is generally moist and delectable. I suggest checking with your server to get a sense of what to expect. Mark and I both had Marscapone and Hazelnut Gelati. I felt it was a good size portion for the $6 price, which was reasonable. All desserts came with house-made biscotti. The gelati was fantastic. I found a chocolate chunk inside reminiscent of the chips in Graeter's ice cream (IYKYK). Our server was pleasant, helpful and a delight. If we lived in Chicago, we'd come back regularly.

Coda di Volpe offers a great post Southport stroll vibe, and one of the best tiramisus I have had…read morein the city! If you take anything from this review, it is to save room for that dessert :) The staff is very friendly here (with my one tip being to be more clear when explaining the specials bc my table got lost in all of the advanced food lingo used). The spicy crab pasta we got was good, and although the pizza had a great dough and sauces, it was quite soggy (where if you picked up a slice it drooped). Not sure if that's the specific style of pizza that is served here as this is consistent with my previous time at Coda di Volpe, so this could just be preference bias.

First time to Crosby's Kitchen while on our first Chicago visit. Service and food were both…read moreexceptional....our server was Matti and he checked in at just the right times to make sure we were doing well. Ribs and sliders were on par and the deviled eggs set the stage for both. Definitely on our list when we return to Chicago.

Cannot speak highly enough of this little gem, mostly for the amazing food and wholesome energy…read morehere! Great spot to end after walking around Southport shopping. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and relaxed, making it an easy place to settle in for a meal or grab a drink while taking a break from exploring the neighborhood. Everything feels thoughtfully done, from the food to the overall vibe, and it's the kind of place that leaves you feeling happy you stopped in.

Very nice patio space and they still make my favorite pisco sour in the city. One of my favorite…read morestops before or after a movie at The Music Box.

Strictly an experience review:…read more Group of 4 had a reservation. Upon arrival we were greeted and told a table would be ready in 5 minutes. In short, we would not have been seated for over 50 minutes. "5 minutes" conveys to the customer that the next table is ours, and in a worst case scenario you end up waiting 15-20 minutes. Front of house needs to be more aware of the seating situation in this scenario, or we were intentionally deceived. Neither is acceptable, thus we left.

Came here with my husband before a Cubs game and overall had a pretty positive experience…read more The employee working was really nice, and my drink was made quickly. Before the game, I ordered one of their specialty iced lattes, but I didn't realize until after she had already made it that they use Dark Matter coffee, which I personally don't like. Unfortunately, I kinda hated it haha. It was way too strong and bitter tasting for me. Definitely not the employee's fault at all, it just wasn't my taste. Since I couldn't bring it into Wrigley anyway, I ended up throwing almost the entire $8 drink away. We actually came back after the Cubs game, though, because I still wanted to give The Bakehouse another chance. This time I ordered an iced matcha, and I liked it SO much better. It was smooth, refreshing, and much more my style. My husband and I also shared a slice of Oreo cheesecake, which we both really enjoyed. It was rich and sweet without being too much, and definitely a nice treat after the game. The prices are on the higher side, but honestly that seems pretty standard for coffee shops nowadays, especially in Wrigleyville. My original latte was around $8, the iced matcha was also about $8, and the slice of Oreo cheesecake was $6.50. The place itself is nice inside and the dining room area was clean. There isn't much room to wait for your order, though, and honestly, I would have changed the side of the counter where you order vs. where you pick it up. The door of the cafe is on the left side of the building, then you have to walk through people in a super narrow area to order, and then you have to pick up the food on the left side of the counter, just to move to the right again to sit in the dining room. Just a weird set up. Overall, I'd come back, but I'd personally skip the coffee drinks since Dark Matter just isn't for me. The matcha and cheesecake, though? I'd absolutely order those again. The service was friendly and quick, and it's a convenient little stop if you're in the area before or after a Cubs game!

I will not be revisiting The Bakehouse as I was very disappointed by the quality of product…read more I visited The Bakehouse on a weekday morning and the coffee shop was steadily busy. I ordered a 16-ounce iced turmeric ginger chai latte with oat milk ($7). I watched the barista make it with store bought Starbucks turmeric ginger concentrate, which was disheartening. I can make this at home for cheaper (and better). Additionally, the photo of the drink on the summer menu board looked much more appetizing than the milky one I received.

Food is super good! They're known for their pizzas and they were delicious. Wish I got a pic cuz…read morethe presentation was great, chicken ceaser wrap was also very yummy. Staff was amazing. Our server was so nice and accommodating. We had a huge group and she was constantly checking on us and helping us as people came in. Inside is so cute. A lot of seating and decor. Bathrooms were clean too

Happy Camper is such a vibe. This is the place you visit when you want a fun place to hangout in…read morethe Summer. It's hard to miss Happy Camper because the outside of the business has a massive shimmery camper on the signage. They normally have the windows open during the warmer months so you can hear the music before you walk up. Happy Camper is massive inside. They have a ton of seating for solo dining or a massive group. I've visited a few times with a variety of group sizes and I always recommend making a reservation because it can get really busy inside (especially if you have a large group). I have visited when it was emptier and I was able to get a seat in a reasonable time but when the weather is nice or the Cubs are playing it gets busy. I normally order a pizza whenever I visit Happy Camper. The pizza hasn't disappointed anytime I've gotten it. I typically stick with some form of the sausage and pepperoni pizza, maybe I'll add a vegetable but I rarely get the speciality pizza. Happy Camper's prices align with the surrounding businesses. I love the drinks at Happy Camper! They truly invest in making the speciality drinks look cute and taste good. They also offer seasonal drinks that allow you to spice up your visit. I'm looking forward to trying the Apple Cider Marg when I visit again!