What a pleasant surprise. The place is small and hard to park at, but the waitresses are friendly…read moreand the sushi is good. The nigiri had huge pieces of fish. Not the most flavorful, but so big it was good. The rolls were great. Spicy tuna, Tuna Lava, and Rainbow were all awesome. My wife got the Green Slushy, a vegetarian roll, and it was surprisingly good. The rice was amazing, easily made the plentiful fish even better.

I've been here 9 or 10 times and every time I am reminded that this is my favorite sushi spot in…read morethe city. Every time I am wow-ed and leave loving every single item I ordered. Can't recommend this place enough! (This time I had the spicy white tuna, OMG, tuna lava, and 8 of spades). Spicy tuna was the highlight!

Yeeessss ma'am! I got a big chunk of smoked whitefish for a great price and made whitefish spread…read morethat rivaled what I had up in Bayfield on Lake Superior, where you can see the boats from the restaurant. Recipe below is from food blogger The View From Great Island dot com (no affiliation, just a great recipe I found). step 0 get some fish from Hagen's steps 1.... 8-10 oz smoked whitefish, skin and bones removed. 8 oz cream cheese. I use brick style cream cheese, but you can use whipped if you prefer. 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup fresh dill 1 Tbsp creamed horseradish, or more to taste. 1 tsp onion powder 1 Tbsp lemon juice (probably not needed) salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste (could add later) Capers 1. Except fish, blend everything in food processor 2. Blend in 1/2 to 2/3 of the fish 3. Fold in the rest of the fish 4. Serve with pita chips, ritz, club crackers...

My family has been going to this place for decades. The most delicious smoked fish ever, so…read moreflavorful and moist. Whole smoked whitefish is a nostalgic item for us. Smoked salmon is my new favorite item here and I wish o could afford to come here every day.

Great sushi, miso and poke bowls. Inexpensive. Highly recommend. Been twice already!!read more

Very cute new spot. We tried egg rolls, miso soup, a maki roll and poke bowl and liked everything!read more

It's been a few years since we've been to Gale Street and wow, such a great refresh…read more Let's start with the sleeper hit of our meal. The potato skins - crispy, full of flavor and so unique. We loved them and the dipping sauce. I went with the classic ribs. Still amazing and great. Fall off the bone and great taste. My wife had the cioppino which she loved. Service was friendly, fast and excellent. We definitely will not wait so long to come back.

A group of us went to the Gale Street Inn last night to enjoy some BBQ Ribs. We were a group of 5…read moreadults and a 2 month old who tagged along. Three of us currently reside in Florida. However, we 3 are former Chicagoans who have dined here before when it was under different ownership. As we entered the restaurant the entry way looked as it did before ... until ... we entered the main room. It appeared updated , more modern , with low lighting creating the perfect ambiance for a romantic dinner for two or an enjoyable venue for a group setting. There are other rooms in the restaurant that offer space for larger accommodations and a large Bar area is included. We were seated after a short wait as we had a reservation. It was a Friday night and the restaurant was full of patrons. Service was a little slow due to the restaurant being filled to capacity. Menus were presented and we perused the menu knowing we were going to order the Ribs - except - for one kill Joy who ordered fish & chips ? Really ? In a rib joint and the guy orders fish ?! Who invited this guy anyway ? LOL. Our food was brought to our table by wait staff who left their smile at home. Nothing ensures a nice TIP like a bright smile accompanied with a pleasant personality. Nevertheless, I left a 24% TIP ... It's Christmas ... shrug . The RIBS ... I thought my ribs were just okay , not fall off the bone ribs. Nothing to write home about. Others in the group disagreed and said the ribs were delicious and ... wait for it ... "Fall off the bone" LOL The food was served with additional sides not included with the meal but at extra cost. I even had to ask for bread & butter. Baked potatoes ? Extra ! Still , the dinner was reasonably priced. No room for dessert. We were all stuffed. Then the check came. I passed it to the kid. He spit at me. I guess that was a NO ! I offered to arm wrestle him for the check. I even offered best 2 out of 3. He spit at me again. The nerve. So I manned up and paid the check. Despite my grumbling over my ribs everyone else was satisfied and we had an enjoyable evening dinning out. The restaurant itself is very nice and in a good location. I might be back ... Hmmm

This is a nice restaurant with great upscale decor, service, drinks, and food without feeling…read morefancy. Prices are very reasonable too, especially during happy hour (every day!). We came on a Saturday and sat at the bar to enjoy a variety of menu items. I first got a mezcal drink to start, which was refreshing with the appetizers we got. We had the papaya salad, dan dan noodles, and mushroom butter dumplings off the happy hour menu. We also had the short rib dumplings - both dumplings were so delicious, the mushroom butter dumplings were more creamy/buttery whereas the short rib dumplings had more of a bbq savory taste. The dan dan noodles were saucy and delicious, and the papaya salad was light and refreshing. The poached prawns were also tasty and refreshing, and the bulgogi steak was definitely our favorite dish with excellent korean flavors and tender juicy pieces of steak. The potato pave was a nice tasty side to it as well. I'm so glad I finally got to try this cute spot and had an excellent meal!

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.

When my traveling companion said there was a fried shrimp place we had to check out, I was…read moreinitially a little skeptical. Why should we go out of our way for something as common as fried shrimp, I thought. I couldn't have been more wrong. We showed up at Frank's on a Friday evening and the place was bustling. We'd already eaten quite a bit that day, so we just ordered four Chicago Gulf Shrimp ("seasoned with garlic"). They were ready about 10 minutes later and sure looked different from any fried shrimp I'd ever had. And my first bite told me they were also better than any fried shrimp I'd ever had. I can't really even describe them except to say they were mind blowing and so, so flavorful. They're also perfectly fried and irresistibly crisp, and the shrimp inside is the perfect texture and taste. I wish we had fried shrimp even remotely this good back home in Toronto. I'll be thinking about this stuff for a while.

The service is fast, the food comes out hot, and honestly everything tastes amazing. We always go…read morefor their Chicago Shrimp -- perfectly seasoned, crispy, and super satisfying every single time. The sides make it even better: the fried cauliflower, fried zucchini, and mac and cheese bites are all must‑haves. And one thing we really appreciate is that they always throw in extra sauces without us even asking. It's a small touch, but it shows how much they care. A delicious, reliable neighborhood go‑to that we highly recommend.

I am not one to leave many reviews unless the experience demands it. With that, After countless…read morevisits to Stefani Prime, you would think that I would have at least one thing negative to say, but I do not. From the hosts or hostesses, every individual bartender or server, all the way to table visits from a manager or even a Chef, you are made to feel like the most important guests in the restaurant. Punctuated by an AMAZING meal, each visit was individually unique and beyond enjoyable. The daily specials offer a soup that never disappoints no matter what the selection. Even In the heat of Summer, the lure of these soups set a standard that anything on the menu will satisfy. The choices are many, and what seem to be a labor of love from the Chef. With subtle background music and a comfortably lit dining area, it shows that you are wanted to feel welcomed and relaxed. I fail to leave my menu preferences on this review because there are too many and, every choice I make is it difficult one. I of course have my favorites, but can assure any diner that you'll never regret any choice you make on that menu. Stopping in there for a drink is always an option as well. The veteran bar staff gives you consistency in quality preparation of GOOD cocktails ranging from the standards to custom creations. Most recently I was introduced to a seasonal drink referred to as "walk in the park". Its everything you want in a drink, and for me it's set the table perfectly for the steak dinner that followed. We were so happy to have somewhere in the neighborhood offering you a top shelf evening of cocktails and a meal, which has been the consistent soul of Stefani Prime since it opened. Bon appetit....... And thank you to the Stefani restaurant group for continuing the tradition of attaching your heart to a restaurant and not just your name.

Came here with my family for my Parent's 60th anniversary. Had a wonderful time! Food was amazing !…read moreon time. The filets and the special beef rolls were delicious . Our server yash was very delightful and sweet. Made their anniversary feel very special .My dad wants to come here for his 61st anniversary too! Overall amazing restaurant, Just make sure to make reservations ahead of time.

Came here for date night and loved it! Parking was super easy to find on Milwaukee. We got there…read moreearly and service was amazing. Our waters were constantly filled and the staff was super organized. I had a coconut rum drink (liberty) and it was tasty. We had the linguini de mar (sea) and the chicken parm. We shared a margarita pizza for an appetizer and it was perfectly cooked. Portions were huge and I had plenty of food for a second meal. Dessert options looked great but it was getting to the dinner rush and we didn't want to wait. Reasonably priced for excellent food. We'd totally return!

We went on a Sunday night and sat in the front small room that only has six tables and it was very…read morequaint. Our server, I think his name was Jose, was very professional, courteous, and friendly. He came back to check on us numerous times and was very quick bringing anything we needed. We had the asparagus salad, the Darte salad, the grilled shrimp appetizer, the grilled vegetables, the grilled calamari, the carpaccio of octopus, and chicken Parmesan. At the start, they brought out bread, olive oil and grated cheese. The bread was a little dry on the outside, but it was warm. The asparagus salad was missing something - maybe salt? It just felt like it lacked flavor even though it had Gorgonzola cheese on it. The grilled vegetables, however, were perfect. It was a combination of one longstem, artichoke heart, one long grilled carrot, a couple of slices of zucchini, and a couple of asparagus. We had asked for them to be well grilled and they were sort of, I can't imagine how few grill marks they would have on them if they hadn't done what he had asked. The Darte salad was a nice size portion with mixed greens, golden and regular raisins, and walnuts. The balsamic vinaigrette is nice and flavorful, and doesn't separate the way it can at some places. The grilled shrimp were very good, nicely seasoned and very well charred. The grilled calamari were great, although they were quite small. There were many more of them than on the pictures. The carpaccio of octopus was very nicely, presented with very thin slices of octopus a nice bright dressing over it and the greens. The chicken Parmesan was a very large portion with the breaded chicken cutlet underneath a large layer of cheese ravioli all topped with marinara sauce, and then cheese, which was browned very well, it was very tasty. For dessert we had two different gelato - the maple bourbon, which would go great with a banana cake and the hazelnut chocolate, which was unbelievably flavorful and smooth. The pistachio and ricotta cake looks very good, but we didn't want to get three desserts. Maybe next time!

Awesome food and great hospitality. We had some specific request to make a aloo paratha without…read moresalt and they made it as requested.

Very attractive place. Great service. Excellent Indian food. It was pretty empty when we dined. It…read moredeserves to thrive. C'on people!

Thai O'Clock - Chicago, IL…read more Seafood Rangoon - crispy, creamy, & packed with flavor Spicy Wontons - definitely had a kick, but sooo good, my personal fav Sweet Chili Chicken Wings - crispy with the perfect sweet & spicy glaze For the mains Pineapple Fried Rice with Chicken (so flavorful and presentation was beautiful) Shrimp Pad See Ew (had the perfect kick) Massaman Curry served with warm roti bread + white rice (don't skip dipping the roti ) And the BEST part... dessert. Sweet Sticky Rice with Mango (my first time trying it & I'm obsessed) Thai Tea Crème Brûlée (also my first time... WOW. One of the best desserts I've had!) 5/5 The owners are some of the sweetest people, the staff was incredibly welcoming, the restaurant was spotless, and there's parking in the back! They also have both alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks. ALL of the food items were delicious and filled with so much flavor as well! Great vibes! Bonus: Order through their app for $5 off your order! & they also have lunch specials Tuesday-Friday 11-3 & re open at 4! Already planning my next visit. Check out the full review on Instagram: @ratedbyaleena_

Everything we tried was amazing. We had the sampler app and my favorite was the shrimp wonton…read morebeautifully crispy. For my main I had the pork belly and it was so crispy and juicy. Service was kind and fast. It is intimate/smaller inside but dim lighting and simple nice decor.