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    First Slice

    4.5 (155 reviews)
    InexpensiveNew American, Cafes
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    FIRST SLICE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Paula B.

    We are now obsessed with first slice! We have been meaning to go here for years and somehow everything we are available to go they are closed. We finally found an opportunity after five years and holy crap it's delicious! We started off with fresh lemonades and slices of pie. The winner of the pie is always the peanut butter slice. My husband ordered a sandwich with ham and cheese with a side of chips while mine was a delicious turkey and avocado with a side salad. Guys, this place is so good. Such quick service, nice local feel, and great ambiance. We will be coming back and making an effort to learn their hours and go when they are open.

    Shih C.

    My employer also enlisted First Slice for our Thanksgiving Pie Give Away. They have a large variety of pies to choose from. In addition to the traditional pies, they also create some unique ones. The s'more and chocolate peanut butter pies looked divine. The rep was helpful and patient with our orders. Pies were delivered on time for the give away. I'd definitely recommend First Slice to my family, friends and companies looking to cater.

    Cute little pizza! Looks better than tastes, but can't beat the $7 price.
    Gina F.

    What maniac decided mustard and pickle relish should be on a spinach, mushroom, and cheese sandwich? Because that sort of crazy thinking deserves an award. It's freaking delicious. The polka dot cheesecake is a real treat, as is every pie I've had there. I really appreciate what they do for the community to address food insecurity and was shocked to see that, while I've told everyone I know about them and sung their praises, I have failed to write a yelp review! But I've talked myself into walking down to get dinner, so let's call it even?

    Laurence J.

    I just had to walk out of this place minutes ago. They 100% don't want customers and will actively try not to serve you. It's currently 5:48pm and went in to pick up a couple pizzas and a polka dot cheesecake for my kids. Even though they publicly say they close at 7pm, the attendant told me they close at 6 and can't serve me. To my surprise, I said I thought you closed at 7, and also it's only 5:45 right now. He said they can't serve me the pizza because it's past 5:45pm. I'm completely surprised because it's clear they just don't want to work and would rather leave early than make a sale. I hope the owner realizes what's happening and either trains the staff or makes some changes. Otherwise vacate the location and let a business take that spot that cares about customers.

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    Keelin B.

    I had a much better experience here than my visit to the Ashland location of First Slice. First of all, First Slice in general, has a great cause. They help feed folks in need and help employ those who are in a halfway situation. The food is wonderful. The atmosphere is warm and cozy. It is located conveniently right off the Rockwell Brown Line stop. I enjoyed the French Silk and the Peanut Butter pie. They had been properly dethawed which was not the case at the other location of First Slice. This will definitely be one of my favorite cold day hangouts. I really love the fun wallpaper. The floor also has a lot of character. My only wish is that they had some more seating space for singles or couples. However, I know resources and space is limited.

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    Lidia M.

    A neighborhood gem. Their iced coffee is delicious and so is their hot chocolate and their blueberry scones. They are a pie joint, so I'm looking forward to trying my first slice next time. The environment is cozy, colorful, and I really enjoy how natural light radiates throughout the joint. There are a few tables, but seating has never been an issue for me. During the warm months, they also have outdoor seating. Also service is always friendly!

    Polka dot cheesecake.

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    10 years ago

    Hidden gem with great pies, good food and super nice staff. They also donate their food to the less fortunate which is awesome.

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    8 years ago

    Such a lovely, cute place. The pie and sandwiches were incredible. Will definitely go back.

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    13 years ago

    I love this place! Super friendly staff! You've got to try the apricot bran muffins!

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    11 years ago

    Good food, but repeatedly mediocre customer service at this location. Closes early, annoyed by kids, don't worry we won't be back.

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    13 years ago

    got a sandwich and pie. the sandwich was really chincy for the price. pie was good but seemed overly sweet.

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    I stopped by Oromo one afternoon for a quick pick-me-up. The woman working the register was so…read moresweet and welcoming. I asked her for some recommendations and she suggested one of the frozen drinks. I'm so glad she did because I have been craving it ever since! They have a few frozen drinks to choose from, but I went with the cold brew + hazelnut truffle. It's made with housemade hazelnut milk, cold brew, cacao, frozen bananas, housemade coconut caramel, maple syrup, vanilla, and seasalt. Trust me-- it is just as heavenly as it sounds! I forgot to get photos of it because I drank it so quickly--sorry! The space is so cute inside and it's in a fun area to wander around, right in the heart of Lincoln Square. Can't wait to come back!

    What a cute concept and I adore the fact that they have vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar-free…read moredesserts that taste so so good! That brownie I had was delicious and actually satisfying for a sweet tooth like me! The rose latte was enjoyable and once again, they had gluten-free bread to offer for the sandwiches/paninis. Not only that, they are actually a dollar less than the regular one because they say it's smaller. Less - you read that right. Anywhere else they up-charge for the gluten-free version, even if it's just frozen Udi's. It wasn't so here! Note: their savory stuffed pastries like the spinach ones and potato ones aren't gluten-free because they're brought in by another vendor.

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    Sipping Turtle Cafe was truly just a mediocre experience. I visited the coffee shop around 10 am on…read morea Thursday with a friend and there were only 3 other customers inside. The shop is sparsely decorated but seems to be a real staple in the community, which felt special to visit as an outsider. My friend and I both ordered egg and goat cheese bagel sandwiches. I ordered an iced lavender matcha and my friend ordered a cappuccino. The sandwiches were made with boiled eggs, which felt extremely odd. The egg type was not clarified on the menu, but I feel like for a breakfast sandwich to include a boiled egg instead of a traditional fried or scrambled egg, that should be disclosed to customers with some sort of expectations. My friend said the cappuccino was "just like every other cappuccino I've ever had." The lavender matcha really just tasted like a regular matcha. It was good but not much lavender flavor! Our food also took a bit to come out, despite the coffee shop being empty (only one other person already dining when we came in) and what we ordered. It looked like there were only two workers. I personally wouldn't visit Sipping Turtle Cafe again, unfortunately. There are a lot of other great options around that satisfy me more.

    A great spot with a great vibe! We didn't try any of the food, so I can't speak to that, but it was…read moresolid drip coffee and cold brew and friendly service. It seems like a great neighborhood spot - very welcoming!

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    What a gorgeous cafe! I love the clean, modern, yet warm and earthy aesthetic. They have a ton of…read moreseating and seating variety, from bar seating, a long table for large groups, regular cafe tables, and island table seating with luscious green planters at the center. The chairs are comfy too! Lighting is soft and thoughtfully placed for a calm and cozy atmosphere. The pastries were yummy but I wished the savory pastries were warmed up when they brought them to our table. I don't know if that's an option but that would be great if it was. Warmed pastries would have brought this to 5 stars! I like that they served pastries with a fork and knife so that we could share. We ordered the Jordanian laminated, which was filled with mushrooms and olive. There was one olive pit in there so be careful but otherwise it was good! I liked that the pastry itself was lightly sweet and complimented the savory. We also got the bacon leek turnover and they were generous with the bacon which offered a nice umami saltiness. This is one I really wished was heated. Last, we ordered the ube caramel delight. It was very tasty and I liked the ube cream! For drinks we shared a strawberry thyme latte with oat milk (hot). Delicious, not too sweet, and beautiful latte art in a cute mug. I definitely recommend this spot for a cafe catch up with a friend or to cozy up to a book! Keep in mind that they try to be laptop-free after 2pm on weekdays, and all day Friday through Sundays, I believe. I think it's great because it maintains the shared space and the intention for the space. They also serve cocktails and other drinks at night I believe. Servers were great, they walked around frequently to pick up finished plates and keep the space clean and tidy. There is also a separate entrance for pickup only orders. And there's street parking outside.

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    Five stars in every way. The two of us arrived on a Saturday evening without reservations. We were…read moretold that the place was fully reserved for the evening. We were crushed and at a loss for what to do. We waited on the couch, deliberating our options. After about 20 minutes, the restaurant was able to work us in! (Note that we were really lucky. A number of people came in after us but were turned away.) Service was fantastic, too. We ordered right away and didn't have a long wait for food and drinks. My friend and I had different glasses of Georgian wine; I had Alazani Valley, which was luscious. We shared megruli khachapuri and soko ketze (mushroom caps filled with cheese). Incredible. This was really one of those meals to never forget.

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    I had a really good experience at 3 Arts. I wasn't able to get a reservation for Sunday brunch, so…read morewe made sure to arrive before opening. There was already a small line of guests with the same idea, but we were able to get on the waitlist. While waiting, we checked out the small coffee shop inside the gallery and browsed the furniture, which helped pass the time. Our wait was about an hour before being escorted to our table in the courtyard. Initially, we were placed at a low coffee table with couch seating. It's a cool lounge style setup, especially for drinks, but not ideal for a meal. It would have been pretty awkward trying to eat comfortably. We asked to be moved and were told that table preferences should be requested when joining the waitlist. Since it was my first time visiting, I wasn't aware of that, and it also wasn't asked by the hostess. Thankfully, they were able to accommodate us and moved us to a table in the wine cellar. The wine cellar had a completely different vibe, dark and moody, compared to the bright, airy courtyard with its beautiful glass ceiling and natural light. We ordered the lobster roll and the RH Burger, both with fries. The food came out fairly quickly and was well-presented. The lobster roll was served on a buttery brioche with just the right amount of seasoning, and the burger was juicy and flavorful. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely visit again.

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