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    Fire + Wine - Park Ridge

    4.5 (74 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Mussels ( with pancetta) not pescatarian
    Lisa N.

    Wow! Simply excellent. Everything we had from the app, salad, soup, entree and dessert! Service was great and very attentive. Ambiance is cozy, a bit on the loud side but you're still able to hear the conversation at your table. I'll be back.

    Black pepper shrimp - Black pepper shrimp is presented on a white oval plate with blue floral patterns, garnished with chopped chives and served with a spoon.
    Jessica S.

    My husband and I recently visited fire+wine with our friends, and I had been looking forward to this night for a long time. I had always wanted to try the Glen Ellyn location, but never made it there, so once the Park Ridge location opened, it immediately went on my list. It absolutely lived up to the hype. We made a reservation ahead of time, which was a great decision because the restaurant was packed when we arrived, even on a weeknight. The dining room is dimly lit, stylish, and warm, creating a calming and relaxed atmosphere that makes you want to settle in and stay awhile. Our waiter was fantastic. Since none of us had been there before, he walked us through the menu with helpful and enthusiastic recommendations. He was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. As a group of four, we ordered two appetizers and truly indulged. The arancini ($12) came as mini crispy bites that were perfectly golden and satisfying. We also ordered the black pepper shrimp ($16) and for my husband and I, it definitely stole the show. They were covered in a spicy creole sauce that was unbelievably flavorful. I could have easily eaten several plates of them. I highly recommend ordering this dish. For my entree, I chose the vodka pasta for ($21). It had a perfect texture and balanced flavor. It also came with two pieces of garlic bread, which were a great bonus. My friend ordered the same pasta but added blackened chicken and loved it as well. We happened to visit on half-price pasta night, so we only paid about ten dollars each for our dishes, which made it even more of a win. Both men ordered the blackened pork chop ($29). It is a large 12-ounce chop normally served with fingerling potatoes, broccolini, and herb butter, but my husband ordered it with a side of spinach instead of the potatoes. He was in heaven and said he would have gladly eaten a second plate, not because he was still hungry, but because it was that good. He only complained jokingly that our friend's pork chop was bigger than his. For dessert, my husband and I ordered the triple-layer chocolate cake ($11). It was HUGE and very rich, so I couldn't eat a lot of it, so my friend's husband ate most of it with my husband. Don't get me wrong, it was delicious and chocolately, but for me personally, it was too much. My friend and her husband shared the butterscotch budino ($11), which I did not try, but they loved. We left full and happy. Fire+wine is definitely a new favorite, and we cannot wait to return. My friend even returned with other friends a few days later because she enjoyed it so much!

    Meatballs (side order)
    Savannah H.

    Fire and Wine is one of the best spots in Park Ridge for a fresh, high quality meal. Everything is made to order, and you can truly taste the difference. The food is phenomenal and beautifully prepared every time. The service is warm, attentive, and makes the whole experience even better. It is the kind of place that takes pride in doing things right, and that fresh made approach makes all the difference. We were celebrating a birthday and our server made the experience special!

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    Lisa S.

    A little expensive for drinks but the overall ambiance and quality of the food is great! It's slightly upscale and the servers are very friendly and accommodating. My group ordered a pizza, pasta, and salad so it was nice to be able to sample all of the available options while celebrating her birthday. Wine was also very good, but for the price it seemed like a small pour. I would return in the future if we happen to be nearby!

    Avocado toast
    Denise M.

    Nice cosy restaurant in Park Ridge. The staff are very friendly. The menu has something for everyone. They have a lovely bar area. I have had brunch here. They have a nice outdoor patio. They take reservations.

    Shrimp & calamari, whipped ricotta & honeycomb and arancini.
    Salena C.

    Fire & Wine is such a beautiful place, complete with a large outdoor patio to enjoy on a sunny (or rainy!) day. The wine list is large, but the northern lights cocktail caught my eye and it was a 10/10. I love a good elderflower detail! We shared a few apps- arancini, ricotta & honeycomb dip, and shrimp & calamari- and honestly, everything was super delicious. The shrimp and calamari had a few assorted tempura items as well, such as lemon wedges, basil leaves, and hot peppers, and the assortment was so unique and perfect! We were celebrating a birthday, and they did bring out complimentary gelato with a candle (sans singing, which we appreciated!). Tess was such a personable server, and the GM checked in as well, so it was a great experience! We would happily return! :)

    Outside
    Miranda L.

    Fire + Wine has officially opened their second location in the heart of downtown Park Ridge. The space continues the rustic feel of their Glen Ellyn location with some nice modern adds. The inside has a very large bar, multiple groupings and types of seating, an enclosed patio, and open kitchen. It was easy to make a reservation online and we were sat with ease. The menu is a duplicate to their other location offering a mix of appetizers, salad, pizza, pasta, and entrees. They have a vast selection of wines and seasonal/rotating cocktail list. We started with the Ricotta + Honeycomb app that is served with lightly toasted bread. It's a favorite of ours and our server offered more bread free of charge. For entrees, I got the Vodka Pasta and my husband got the Rigatoni Bolognese. The pasta is clearly made fresh, sauces delicious, and paired with the perfect amount of meat. For cocktails, I got the Whiskey in a Teacup and he the Six Seeds. We both enjoyed the Six Seeds most but felt both were unique in the sense that we hadn't tried something like them before. Angela our server was very kind, took good care of us, and made great suggestions. The bussers were a bit too quick in trying to clear our plates but service was great otherwise. The location is having some difficulties with the fire alarm going off as steam rolls out of the kitchen into dining area but staff handed it gracefully! This location is still very new and working through their final hiccups. Either way, we thoroughly enjoyed our meal and love to see one of our favorite Italian dinner spots expand! Tip: Mondays has half off pastas & Wednesday has half off wine!

    Calamari
    Josie W.

    It was our second time at Fire + Wine - we only had drinks before at the bar inside. We went for happy hour which was 1/2 off small plates. Everything we had was delicious!!! I am surprised we haven't gone to this restaurant more often. It was amazing. Our server was very kind as well. Definitely recommended!

    Meatball Al Forno (Appetizers Menu)
    Milbien M.

    This is a rather late review, but it would be a miss if I did not share our wonderful experience planning a 25-person party at Fire & Wine Park Ridge this Summer. Organizing was a breeze. 3 weeks before my event I spoke with Nick, F+W manager, who recommended that I work with Evan because my party would be a larger group. Via email and short conversations, I was given 3 Group options, including Patio seating (with a minimum). Pre-ordering and buffet options were also offered. For my party, and considering the rainier Summer, I decided to ask for "a few clustered tables inside so my Guests can be seated and still mingle without bothering other Diners". And they delivered, seating us at a semi-enclosed area near the entrance. Everyone in my party had a blast! F+W PR is the perfect venue for a classy party, a great excuse to dress up a bit. Our server and the staff staff were very professional and accommodating. Food service was on time, every dish was genuinely appreciated by my guests -- of all ages. No complaints with our drinks either I would highly recommend F+W PR for any event. Weather permitting, consider the Patio setup, too. My food favorites from that night are: Grilled Romaine, Lamb rack (special) and Lobster Diavolo. There was also Seabass or Branzino special that night which was so good! And from another F+W PR visit, I also loved their Lobster sandwich, Ricotta honeycomb App, Meatball App, Margerita Pizza... the list goes on. F+W PR is also great for an intimate date night, a Special Ocasion, a casual snack or just a drink at the bar. Go solo, with someone, or a group -- just check reservations availability on busy nights to avoid the long wait. Just a few months in, I do believe it is an Uptown Park Ridge staple for locals and guests alike. Shoutout to F+W, Thank You for the A+ party experience!

    Rigatoni Bolognese - A bowl of pasta with sauce and cheese, accompanied by a grilled fish fillet, on a wooden table with a glass of water in the background.
    Lina C.

    Went here with my friends as a walk-in and it took around 15-20 minutes for a table to open up. It has a very beautiful interior and I really liked the decorative drawings on the walls to show off the drink menu. The food was delicious and we had great service. I was extremely happy with my meal and want to come again! We shared the ricotta and honey dip and it was delicious! So delectable and is a must if you come here! I got the rigatoni bolognese and our waiter suggested to add a meatball. The rigatoni had a very meaty sauce that was well seasoned and delicious. The noodles are very large and looked homemade/not factory made. We noticed that there wasn't a meatball so we asked if there was extra meat in the sauce. It turns out the meatball was accidentally forgotten and they ended up giving me two meatballs to add to my pasta! I appreciated it so much and was extra delighted to find out how amazing the meatballs are. They are tender and juicy which are the best in a meatball. They went so well with my pasta and I think it is a must when it comes to ordering the bolognese. The only minor complaints I have are that the bread pieces were on the burnt side (didn't mind it though) and that the waiting area has no seating to wait in or a bench right outside the door for waiting. It is hard for me to stand for long periods without feeling like I'm going to pass out (health disorder), so seated waiting is always appreciated! We were delightfully surprised when we found out about the pasta being half off on Mondays! And the waiter was very nice about the meatball situation as well. I hope to come back and try more food since it looked absolutely delicious.

    Lobster bisque
    Kylie K.

    Servers are amazing. A lot of great options to have, food is wonderful and management is above and beyond!

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    A real surprise. Service and food were just great. We got there early and a mild crowd on a Monday. When we left packed. Try it!

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    Great service and brunch. The food was large portions and very good. Will definitely go back again.

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