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    Fireside Restaurant

    3.3 (785 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 4:00 AM (Next day)
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    FIRESIDE RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Brianna R.

    This place holds a special place in my heart. It's got a Cheers vibe- where everyone knows your name! The food is classic American. Most recently stopped in for a burger after working late night. I literally have never had a bad meal here. The kitchen is open late which is appreciated. You often see people coming in for pick ups. They have a bar area, a dining room and a super cute enclosed back patio. They also have a parking lot! A true Chicago rarity! Everyone is a vibe. The whole place is a vibe. 10 out of 10 highly recommend!

    Blackened salmon on blackened salad
    Annette D.

    The menu offers something for everyone - everything from ribs and chicken to burgers, pizza and salads. Eat in the cozy dining room or out on the patio. The servers are great and accommodating. Attached parking lot is a plus.

    Cold mussels that should be hot.
    Jeudi J.

    Great place to go before of after visiting the cemetery for cool events at the Chapel (or, ya know, relatives.... ) Good and drinks are all great, servers are cool, vibe is chill, fireplace is warm. Wings are yummy, onion rings are gigantic and fresh, burgers are delish. Can't go wrong.

    Fireside Classic burger
    Margie T.

    This restaurant is a bit far for us, but sssooo worth the drive! Yet another favorite of ours! So much, in fact, the server, Naomi, recognized us right away... EVEN just serving one time, last time!!! We've had different dishes each time, but that banana cake is guaranteed a constant! It's sssooo flavorful! He absolutely loved his burger & tater tots! My 12 in pizza could have used more seasonings, but it was yummy! I purposely ordered a larger one, so I'd have leftovers for lunch the next day.

    When I arrived at my table I was greeted by a delightful young woman, Sophia, who welcomed me and took my order. Sophia brought out the food in about 15 minutes Everything was fresh, hot, and tasty. I appreciated Sophia's hospitality and efficiency, despite how busy it was. I enjoyed fresh hot coffee as I waited for my order to arrive: a half slab of ribs (the sauce was too sweet for my taste - next time I'll bring my favorite tangy sauce), fresh-made creamy and vinegary slaw, coconut shrimp with mango-habanero sauce, and mac & cheese with peas, tomatoes, mushrooms, and crumbled bacon. I decided to order this whole shabang because, heck, it's Saturday brunch time and, as I expected, took home a generous portion of the mac & cheese that I plan on enjoying tomorrow. I look forward to my next meal at Fireside, one of the oldest restaurants in Chicago (built in 1904) in the Ravenswood- Rosehill Cemetery Historical District.

    Chicken Tenders with side of fries. Tenders were really good and have a nice crisp.
    Nina H.

    Loved the neighborhood vibes of this quaint bar near Rosehill cemetery. We visited Fireside recently for a Halloween event and had a good time. We ordered cocktails from their Halloween menu and had the Expresso yourself drink. Strong coffee flavor with a punch of vodka. We enjoyed it. We ordered their bar food and the chicken tenders with fries were pretty tasty! I would definitely order them again if we're back. It was a busy night, but our server checked in on us when she could. We were not in a hurry and luckily secured a table thanks to the husband snagging a pair of seats before the crowd arrived. From the front entrance, it looks small but it's actually long and there's extra seating past the bar in the back patio. It's enclosed and could probably seat another 50-75 people. They are a year-round operation so come in and visit anytime. Enjoy their tasty food, drink and welcoming local vibe.

    Fried Ribs at least what was left
    Kevin B.

    Haven't been to Fireside in years, and not to my surprise, the food and service was great! Was out with Mom and was in the area so we took a chance on it not being crowded being Mother's Day .... We picked the right time frame, cause as we were about to leave it was getting full ! The food we had was great from start to finish !

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    Walter T.

    We held a ~50-person event at Fireside. One attendee said it was the best buffet they'd ever had. We opted for mini-sliders, coconut shrimp, chicken quesadillas with guac and other sauces, chopped fruit, and mini crab cakes. Quite good. Servers kept up with refilling the water etc. as well as they could. Nice large, bright patio with 10 or so tables is 75 degrees even when it's snowing outside. Great place I'll return to. Tip: skip the overhyped fried ribs. They're not very meaty. The crab cakes and everything else listed are good.

    Churro waffles
    Courtney K.

    What a unique restaurant that's tucked away off n ravenswood. They've been around since 1904 and you can feel the nostalgia. A cozy restaurant with a bar on the other side. We went for brunch and the waffles were amazing. I got the sirloin eggs Benedict which were not worth it. The service was great, very attentive!

    Club!
    Cody S.

    This place was great. The service was outstanding and the outdoor area in the back was just cool and inviting. They went out of their way to get our game in the tv! Got the club sandwich and I couldn't have asked for a better one. Fry's were good and good beer selection. Prices were fair and I can't ask for more. I'll def be back!

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    Lowcountry Lakeview

    4.4
    (729 reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$$

    As someone who has been to the original Wabash location and the Chinatown location, I must say that…read morethis one is -- MY FAVORITE LOCATION OF THEM ALL! I love the NOLAadjacent theme of the restaurant and the service is always great. I normally do one of the specials with the crab and shrimp, adding extra eggs because I love a good egg with my shrimp lol. I also love that their hottest is really hot! The drinks are amazing too. AND THEY OFFER WEEKDAY SPECIALS ALL THE TIME! I have to get in there and try their smash burger next, even though that's a funny menu option for a seafood spot, I'm sure it doesn't disappoint!

    This place has been on my list for way too long. Decided to finally try it on Good Friday!! Was a…read morelittle nervous about parking since its in a busy area but we easily found parking right in front. They don't take reservations so it can get busy quick. You browse the menu at your table first then go up and order at the counter. For 2 people, we shared the Double Double and beignets for dessert! The big back in me didn't think it would be enough food for 2 but I was so wrong. The combo comes with shrimp, 2 snow crab, 2 corns, potatoes, and 4 pieces of their delicious cornbread! The everythang sauce was banginnnn. Warning - your mouth will taste like garlic for 2-3 days after! It was my fiance's first time having seafood boil and he loved it! To end the meal, we couldn't decide on the fried oreos or beignets but ended up getting the beignets. So good!

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    Lowcountry South Loop

    3.9
    (492 reviews)
    8.5 mi
    $$

    I've never been a fan of the seafood boil dining thing, just too messy for me, but I must admit I…read moreenjoyed my visit and the food was really good. My daughter asked to come here so we came downtown on a Friday around 7:30pm and it was pretty crowded, but by it only being two of us our wait time was less than 10 minutes. Once seated you scan the QR code to look over the menu and once decided you go to one counter to place your food order and the bar to place your drink order, they then bring your food to the table and our food came pretty quick after ordering. Bib on, gloves on, time to dig in... My daughter ordered the bag with shrimp, crab legs, corn and potatoes and I ordered lobster tails, corn and potatoes and two lemonades (lemonades were delicious!) We ordered our food with the everythang sauce (which is a mix of all their sauces) and it was really good and really flavorful. Messy is to be expected but surprisingly the food mess was manageable and did not take away from my dining experience. The amount of crab legs in my bag to me did not justify $32 and if it wasn't for the potatoes and two corns I'm sure I would of still been hungry. Seafood boils are not a cheap experience neither, our meals with the two lemonades and no alcohol was $110, so definitely not an every weekend dining option, but leaving I did see on their info board that their shrimp, crab bags are $28 Monday - Thursday and they look to have a pretty good happy hour so this might be a reason for a quicker return. Overall my experience was pretty good.

    This place is like a self-serve where you order at the counter and the bring it out to you. Perfect…read morehappy hour options but the drinks is really strong that we didn't even finish half. The ambiance is nice inside and gets busy a little after happy hour. I would say their happy hour deal is such a good deal and if you wanted to you can share with other people. Loved that they have spice levels like hot to extra spicy. The jalepeno corn bread was really good and flavorful. The mango lemonade is also good but wished it was a little colder. The beignets can get a little messy but they were good as well being that it was my first time.

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    Luella's Southern Kitchen

    Luella's Southern Kitchen

    4.1
    (1.1k reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    Went in for Juneteenth and it was a great idea!! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the waffles…read morewere delicious. I promise myself next time I come back I HAVE TO TRY Something else on the menu the chicken & waffles is so good I just can't help myself. We went in as right when they open.. so it was quiet and our food came out quickly. But lines started forming shortly after. They were booked for the whole day with reservations- so glad we made them! The service was excellent. The owner came to our table to check in on us- it made a big difference.

    Was inspired by social media foodie Tim Shropshire to come here the next time we were in Chicago…read more The food was amazing. Comes our piping hot! The chicken was delicious and the pancakes were out of this world. Similar to some of the other comments, it would be nice to first come in, sit down, get relax then have someone take your order when dining in. However you place your order at the front door and then can sit down. The customer service lacked tremendously from the youthful stuff(late teens/very early 20's) But I will say the most underwhelming thing about this experience was the building. Inside & out it was very primitive & just flat out old. I know they just moved from another location and looking to get their foot in the door. But hopefully a renovation is in the plans. The inside is a bit of an eye soar. Needless to say, I would come back if in the area because of the food. But I wouldn't go out of my way patronize them.

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    The sign of start of something great
    Salmon Cakes with Fried Grits Balls
    Salmon Cakes with Fried Grits Balls
    Shrimp and cream cheese Grits and Honey and Fig French Toast

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    Provare

    4.3
    (523 reviews)
    6.2 mi
    $$$

    Food was excellent had lamb chops and corn. Service was great and the atmosphere is niceread more

    We had a great time! Tik Tok did not disappoint…read more We were looking for a place with great food, excellent service, and plenty of swag, and this spot checked every box. What we ordered: * Seafood Trio - 10/10. Spicy, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. * Lamb Chops- 100/10- juicy, tender and flavorful * Shrimp Cognac - 9/10. Fantastic flavor; I just wish there had been a little more shrimp. * Crab Egg Rolls - 10/10. A must-order. * Butter Cake - 100/10. Easily the star of the night. * MLK - 10/10. The service was wonderful. They do include a 20% gratuity, which is clearly disclosed, and our waitress explained that it is shared among the team. Any additional tip goes directly to the server. I appreciated her honesty and transparency, and she absolutely deserved extra. We had reservations for 5:30 PM, but you could tell that between 6:00 and 8:00 PM this place really comes alive. By the time we were leaving, there was a huge line forming outside. People were dressed like they were heading to a club, and for good reason--there's a speakeasy downstairs that adds to the experience. From the Southern-inspired flavors to the stylish, swaggish ambiance, this place is a hit. I highly recommend giving this establishment a try. We'll definitely be back.

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    Alla Vodka with no pork. Added Cajun seasoning (server recommendation)
    Alla Vodka with no pork. Added Cajun seasoning (server recommendation)
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    Crab King Cajun Boil & Bar

    Crab King Cajun Boil & Bar

    4.0
    (141 reviews)
    17.8 mi
    $$
    20 years in business
    Family-owned & operated

    I had previously been there and enjoyed their food! Needless to say that despite us going in the…read morebusied day of the year (mothers day) i have to give them an 10 out of 10. We made reservations for our group of 8 took us in 5 minutes after our time . Our server was great!!! Informed us there was wait for the food because of the amount of people. Food was served within time frame that was given it was served hit and presented in a very appealing manner, it was delicious well worth the reasonable price. It was an all around great experience. I wholeheartedly recommend this place

    We went here for lunch expecting the same standard I've experienced at other outlets of this…read morefranchise, but several things fell well short. We were given a thermocol plate with a plastic fork. The server did not even remove the steaming boil from its plastic bag. The seafood was served wrapped in plastic. When we asked for crab crackers, we were told they didn't have any and were handed plastic scissors instead. The server also never offered a beverage menu, which is standard at other outlets. The two stars are entirely for the taste of the food. Actually eating it was a nightmare. I would not return, and I would not recommend this place to anyone, primarily on safety grounds.

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    Crab King Cajun Boil & Bar
    Shrimp Head Off, Langostinos, Mussel Green, Eggs, Seasoned Corn, Sausage, Potatoes and noodles.

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    The Crab Pad

    The Crab Pad

    4.3
    (681 reviews)
    4.3 mi
    $$$

    Supporting this local Chicago AAPI women owned restaurant! Love the seafood boil here! When you…read moreorder veggies they do not skimp with the boil. This is unique because I've actually have not ever had broccoli or green beans with my seafood boil and I would definitely have it again in a heartbeat. I'm in love with the garlic noodles and fries besides the main seafoods. They have so many different deals and promotions, high quality, friendly service! The spot is pretty roomy and can accommodate a variety of different size groups. I also enjoy they provide gloves, a bib, and a sink outside of the bathroom to wash your hands. Hooray for my crazy messiness! Cant wait to go back! Parking can be a challenge but is available in an around the neighborhood.

    I made it a tradition to get seafood boil with my husband every year for Lent on a Friday. This…read moreyear, we stopped at the Crab Pad in Logan Square. I was sold after finding out its a Viet cajun seafood boil spot - plus it has really good reviews. I recommend making a reservation cause they can get busy. I like how they write your name on the reserved table - a nice touch. Also parking in the area is scarce so plan accordingly. They have a decent happy hour menu so we were able to take advantage of that! We shared the Lover's Cove for 2, then shared corn bread, garlic noodles, and the spicy cajun fries. The seafood combo only came with 1 lobster tail which is a bummer. We got the crab pad style (cajun) sauce. The sauce was fire. Compared to other seafood boils, this one wasn't as super garlicky. To end the meal, we built our own popsicles with unlimited toppings! Great way to end the meal. Flavors they had were matcha, ube, cookies n cream, birthday cake, blue raspberry, etc.

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    Lover's Cove seafood combo
    Lover's Cove seafood combo
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    The Boiler Shrimp & Crawfish

    The Boiler Shrimp & Crawfish

    4.2
    (740 reviews)
    4.3 mi
    $$

    First time trying this place and at first I'll admit it doesn't look like your typical seafood boil…read moreplace. There's graffiti on the walls and staff members are dressed extremely casually but the food does not lie. Our server was very attentive the whole night and they had a fire playlist that consisted of a lot of drake and partynextdoor. We started off by ordering the fried calamari and the Asiago garlic wings and omg it was so unbelievably good. The fry was light and crispy and the wings were absolutely delicious. Both were around $11 each. In our seafood boil we both got a half pound of snow crabs and shrimp and some fillers like corn and potatoes. I got around 1 lb altogether and my bf got around 1 1/2 lb and we were both stuffed by the end of the night. Sadly they were out of crawfish but I am excited for crawfish season. Total bill ended up around $160 with tip which is pricey and next time we would order just the wings and cut down on the sausage potatoes and other add ons. Highly recommend this place and will be coming back once I get my money up.

    I consider myself a seafood boil connoisseur BUT I have some words to be spoken. Service was…read moredecent, however, the food was mediocre. I like a boil where you can taste all the spices and ingredients. This boil had a sweet taste to it which I've never had anywhere, and I did not appreciate it. No specials/combos to pick from, you had to make your own combos and also didn't list prices... also, 1.25 for one piece of corn??? lol all jokes aside, the food was pretty mid, the sweetness to the "xxx" spice level was really disappointing and overall very pricey for what you actually get. I'd find another place. Love

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    The front of the store
    Crab Cakes
    Crab Cakes
    The Boiler Shrimp & Crawfish

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