This was my first visit to Gemini since its recent makeover. It was A-OK before, and seems to be even better now with an upgraded menu and enhanced décor. VIBE: The place was nearly full on the weeknight we were there. Very energetic (bustling and noisy). Cozy neighborhood feel. SERVICE: Very attentive and energetic. Our server was knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. VERY GOOD: Greek lamb meatballs were outrageous - so tender and delicious. Gemini salad was fresh and nicely put together. Simple but effective wine arrangement: groups of bottles at different price levels (e.g., five choices at $42, five other choices at $56, etc) - wines were well-chosen and easy to pick from. Nice job on the reboot: pleasant décor, interesting menu, good cooking. I look forward to returning... read more

If I could give this place 4.5 stars, I would. Fantastic atmosphere, great service and delicious food. Went here for an early birthday dinner with my mom and everything was fab. To start, Kath and I both had Squirtzky cocktails, which were very refreshing. We kicked off the dining with the creamless tomato soup (which comes with a tiny, amazing grilled cheese) and their version of a Mediterranean salad. Both were absolutely delicious and obviously made with high quality ingredients. We each ordered the steak frites with the filet mignon option -- and they arrived done to perfection. Mine was perfectly medium and my mom's was actually medium well, impressive because many restaurants don't get medium-well right. Our waiter recommended an awesome bottle of Meritage to go with the meal -- and he was right, it was the perfect wine for the job. The service was attentive, but not overbearing... And they finished the meal off with a complimentary skillet cookie compete with two candles. I love this place and will definitely be back! read more

Met a friend here for dinner after s long day of traveling. A few glasses of the house Malbec hit the spot followed by a beet salad and the fall spiced pork tenderloin with schnitzel. There were a number of fruit flies constantly hovering around but besides that, a great meal... read more

Gemini - Pork tenderloin - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great place in the east side of Lincoln park. Place is always packed and they have a phenomenal mahi mahi special on Friday nights. Side note my girlfriend got the veggie lasagna and she is already a picky eater and hated her food because of all the mushrooms. Attached is a picture of her mush lasagna THAT SHE RUINED read more

Gemini - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Good food but portion size is on the smaller size for the cost. Did not eat an entrée so can't comment on the size. Duck nachos were delicious. Went back again this week .New menu changes but food was spotty. My friend's steak was overcooked and soggy fries. The crab cake was good. No more duck nachos which I was looking forward to. I dont think I will be back. Food is not worth the money. read more

Dinned last night at Gemini with friends and ordered up a banquet of amazing food; Amish Chicken, Halibut (from Heaven), Carpaccio, Ceasar Salad, Crabcakes, LambChops, Skillet warm Sundae and warm apple crumble....refreshing cocktails and smooth crisp summer wines, a huge celebration shared amongst several tables! The atmosphere for this feast , provided by owners Ryan & Anna O'Donnell, "Lincoln Park's Culinary Sweethearts" and darling servers like Corinne and charming bar tenders like Paulie! Will be back with friends and colleagues and clients year round....cannot wait for the second level to be revealed! read more

Gemini Bistro is a great local date spot for any night of the week! The food was delicious - my date and I both had fish which was cooked perfectly. Our waiter was really helpful with recommending wines that would pair well with our selections. The ambiance in there is soft and date night-y, without being over-the-top romantic. I plan on returning again for dinner, and for one of the wine nights they host from time to time! read more

There's nothing more disappointing then going to a restaurant for a special occasion and having issues with the food and service to the point where it distracts you from being able to focus on your purpose for celebrating. Sadly that sums up my experience at Gemini. I made a reservation via Resy and noted we were celebrating my husband's birthday. We show up and were greeted with pleasant ambiance and friendly staff. They took our drink and appetizer order and the waiter asked if there were any allergies. I asked him to request that no fresh parsley garnish be put on anything we order. He acknowledged the request and returned shortly with our drinks and warm rolls. To start we ordered the house salad, tomato watermelon salad and muscles. The muscles arrived *covered* in tiny pieces of fresh minced parsley and the house salad was swimming in dressing which made it inedible. We sent the muscles back and ate the tomato watermelon salad while we waited. The tomato salad was fresh but had a strong orange flavor (very detracting from the subtle heirloom tomato and watermelon flavors) which was sadly not mentioned on the menu. I wouldn't have ordered it if it had. Muscles re-do came in a timely manner. Sauce was good (tomato, garlic and a hit of spice). They give you two slices of grilled bread for dipping. For our main we ordered the salmon and steak frites. Steak was good and so were the (parsley-covered OYE!) fries. W flagged it for our waiter who could have easily brought out a fresh batch sans-parsley but did not. At a certain point it becomes awkward and you don't want to have to ask. The server should recognize that the kitchen keeps screwing up and make it right. As for the salmon, sadly another key menu omission is the fact that the dish is loaded with strips of bell peppers..the flavor overwhelms the dish that is described as coming with a tomato vinegarette. I hate bell peppers so this was just another frustration. After I confirmed that I wanted to take it to go, the waiter slid a plastic container across the table for me to box myself. That's when I realized that this restaurant is having an identity crisis: their marketing/ branding and prices say upscale but their food delivery and service fail to measure up. The evening ended with a bill over $200 and sadly no mention of at least "happy birthday" let alone a complimentary scoop of ice cream with a candle. All in all...their prices are way too high justify dining at such a poorly run operation. When you're spending hundreds of dollars for a meal, you should get a more seamless dining experience that allows you to focus on why you went...to spend quality time with your date! Gemini was true to it's astrological name it was about half good and half really bad. Very disappointing! read more

I've been here several times and they have gotten better and better since they opened. Amazing food and fantastic wine for reasonable price. I would do very terrible/unspeakable things to eat the short-rib ravioli and seared sea scallops for every meal. read more

After driving by this place 1,000 times we finally rounded up some friends and came here for dinner. It's a relatively small space but that isn't a bad thing by any means. So the 4 of us were seated in a booth and decided to share mussels and scallops as appetizers. Both were absolutely amazing. As per usual, I was wishing for a straw so I could slurp up all that fabulous mussel juice. Delish! For our entrees, one person got a salad which was huge and looked quite good. I got lamb pappardelle which was amazing!!! My hubby got the steak frites and was sadly disappointed. He said the steak didn't seem the be the right cut. So he was not thrilled with his meal. And I can't recall what the 4h person in our group ordered! We also shared brussles sprouts and green beans as sides. Both were fantastic! My husband doesn't even like brussles sprouts and he loved these! We were too full for dessert (which is probably a good thing). Most of the food (except for my husband's) was quite good, the service was good, the ambiance was nice.... it just wasn't anything exceptional! Yes, I would return. read more

I'm giving this place 5 stars because it's where I had my first date with my now husband :) I vividly remember what we had too...we both had the cream of mushroom soup then I had the crabcakes and he had a steak :) The place was so romantic and I'm honestly not the romantic type but it definitely helped the vibe. Anyways, we plan on going back soon as a married couple. read more

We had a very strong meal here. I started with the gemini bistro salad, a delicious mix of tossed frisee with a sharp vinaigrette, bacon lardons and tomato, and served with a fried egg milanese. Fried egg milanese? Yes, a clever play on the bacon and egg frisee salad, they fry an egg lightly, then bread it and fry it some more. It turned out to be more novelty than genius though, and I missed out a little on the dripping egg yolk that is typically a component of this salad. My entree was a nicely cooked half chicken with as-advertised crispy skin. It was pretty tasty if a bit under seasoned, and was served on top of some fantastic whipped potatoes that were delightfully rich and creamy, and an absolutely awesomely savory mushroom ragout. I also got to try the scallops and the baby beet salad. The scallops were a pretty bold dish, served in a rich brown butter sauce with an aggressively sharp citrus and caper component. I really liked the dish but it was a little much for my wife. The beet salad was excellent, tender roasted beets tossed in a truffle vinaigrette and presented next to a spread of fluffy goat cheese allowing you to engineer each bite to your liking. All in all it was a tasty meal and everybody seemed pretty pleased with what they had. The wine list is solid as well, and we discovered a delicious bordeaux style blend out of Napa that we drank two bottles of. I am looking forward to my next visit! read more

The most MID place I have ever been in my life. What a disappointment at every turn. 1) my drink was made incorrectly i asked them to fix it and I'm not the type to do that but it was undrinkable. When I received the corrected drink it was barely corrected. So Not the place to order a dirty martini. My former frat boy boyfriend could make a better martini than they could. The grilled octopus was actually pretty good. I can't say I really understood the vibe of the restaurant or the food. Was it french?? Some sushi type?? Lots of ahi tuna randomly. 2) Smelled like fish we walked in. 3) Was not given utensil when we were sat. They cleared our appetizers and our utensils so when we were served our entrees we were again left without utensils. I ordered the steak frites as my entree and was left to use a butter knife to cut my steak. Don't think our waiter remotely cared about us. We usually order more than one drink when we go out. Wasn't even given a chance because our waiter basically took our order and left. read more

They were totally booked, so three of us crowded around a single bar stool. We were well into our second drinks when a table opened up. It was totally worth the wait. Get the mussels. Yum. read more

What a wonderful date spot for me and my boyfriend on our 3rd anniversary (and what would later that night become the night we became fiancées, but that is another story...) Of course, when I was ordering my way through the exceptional menu, I had no idea what was going to come later, but for our last meal as boyfriend/girlfriend, it was absolutely perfect. We started off with the scallops small plate. Three plump scallops in an insanely delicious sauce with pea shoots - perfectly seared and seasoned. We loved those. We then followed it up with two soups - cream of mushroom for him, and tomato soup for me. He loved his, but I personally felt I "won" the soup course with my rich but bright tomato soup and mini grilled cheese on the side (such a cute but delicious touch). For our entrees, I ordered their rare tuna special, and he had the duck breast. Both were outstanding. We had martinis, wine and a cocktail with dinner, and we each got dessert (him a cheesecake-style dessert, and for me a classic creme brulee - both were outstanding.) Was it pricey? You bet your hat. But the food and drinks were exceptional, and for a special occasion or a very romantic evening, it was worth every single penny. Our server Wyatt (I think that was his name?) was outstanding as well. He ensured our orders were taken in the order we wanted to receive our food, and kept tabs on our evening without being overbearing. Our food came out promptly, but not too quickly, allowing us time to savor each course and enjoy a few moments in between dishes. It helped us really enjoy a very wonderful anniversary meal. read more

An hour before we sat down for dinner I had never heard of Gemini Bistro. I was skeptical. It's in Lincoln Park; how good could it be? Shockingly good. read more

Came here on a Sunday night with 3 of my buddies and was surprisingly impressed. Ambiance: Dark paneled wood and glossy cream-colored walls make this place very chill. I particularly like the tin ceilings and the torch lighting. They have a great long bar along the far wall. The crowd was late 20's to early 30's. Food: We all shared the P.E.I. Mussels and Mushroom Risotto from the medium plates selection. The mussels were great. I think few places do mussels well, and Gemini hits the nail on the head. The sauce has just the right amount of spiciness. From the large plates, 2 of my friends and I shared the Whole roasted organic chicken. It was amazing. I'm so glad chicken has returned to upscale menus these days. It was seasoned perfectly and was more than enough for the 3 of us. We got it with the garlicky spinach which was my favorite dish. Our waiter was amazing and knew so much about organic cooking and Amish chicken and specifically recommended this to us. God bless him. Service: Zack was our foodie-waiter and was awesome. He knew a ton about the Chicago food scene and about cooking in general. Summary: Overall a great place to come with friends if you're looking for a chill place, really good food and great service. read more

Wonderful neighborhood gem! We love this place. The food is great, and the service is very friendly....it feels like a family run place with Pauly & Silvia managing it, and Emilio mixing the great cocktails behind the bar. It's no wonder it's always busy! read more

Great food, but too hot. I mean the restaurant, not the food. Went here for my boyfriend's birthday during one of those 90 degree heatwaves we had a few weeks ago, and holey moley they need to get their AC fixed. It's not like we went in the middle of the day either...it was past 8pm, and I'm pretty sure it was an ongoing problem beause they had a giant fan going back by the waiter's station, which also didn't really add anything to the ambiance. It's pretty disappointing to get all hyped up for sharing a whole chicken (which was delicious, by the way), get all nicely dressed, and then to sit at your table sweating. Aside from that, service was just alright, but the truffle french fries were truly mind-blowing. Well I guess you take the good, you take the bad, you take 'em both and then you have.... Gemini Bistro? read more

I found Gemini Bistro last minute; we were originally going to go to Vie, but my car was still buried, and the second choice (Bistro Campagne) had no reservations available. So, despite the fact that I ended up here through a random OpenTable search, it was a happy accident! When we arrived, I was initially struck by how busy it was, every table was packed and it was fairly loud. While waiting for our table to open up, we got a drink at the bar; the beer selection is limited (9 beers I believed), but did include a personal favorite in Dogfish Head 60 (which turned out to be 90 despite what the menu said, even better!). Once seated, we started with a "Medium" of short rib ravioli; it turned out to be delicious if a bit overpriced. My main course of Steak Frites (with parmesan-truffle fries) was delicious; juicy, cooked exactly as I ordered it, and with a somewhat understated but excellent reduction. My girlfriend had the Braised short rib (her favorite dish to try at new places) which was also very good (puree was the favorite part, we both wished there was more). Overall, a good experience; I would definitely eat here again. read more

Gemini is back and better than ever! The same friendly service and solid food you remember in a cleanly laid out new space. The entire menu has been refreshed so don't miss some new favorites: Mussels Provençal (Seasonal Special) Chorizo Empanadas Gemini Burger ( with Pancetta ) read more

Great service and amazing food for lunch and dinner! This is a great local cozy restaurant. Gemini is a hidden gem. It reminds me of a bistro downtown but with excellent food! read more

Sat at the bar for dinner on a Friday night. Service was amazing, bartenders were very attentive and knowledgeable! Great experience!!

Excellent neighborhood spot and always great service and food when you go. I would absolutely describe this place as 100% Solid Fare; they don't do anything overwhelmingly crazy, but everything you get is hearty, delicious and to the point. Absolutely LOVE their beet salad (maybe my favorite in the city, as it has this incredibly truffled vinaigrette that takes it to the next level), as well as their hanger steak, which is tender and delicious. The short rib raviolis were good, but sparse in the filling. Overall, you won't have a bad meal here. However, I recommend you leave the chicken to their sister restaurant, the Rustic House, who absolutely puts Gemini to shame with that dish. read more

Get the Brunch Punch. I ordered it and my girlfriend made us get a second round because she loved it so much. We also got the Benedict's (salmon & maple bacon) and they were fantastic. Great spot to sit outside and enjoy a quiet spot in LP. read more

I had never heard of Gemini Bistro before dining here and I'm not sure why b/c it's a great restaurant. The atmosphere is chic but still casual. The decor is inviting but classy. I had the fish (not sure which one...I came here a bit ago....my bad) but it was cooked perfectly. All others at my table loved their entrees as well which included steak and salmon. The service was courteous and pleasant. Good for date night. read more

My sister and I went here on a coupon and I really liked it. I really do not remember what we had, but the food was great and the setting was awesome. The service was good as well. Eat here! read more

Since I had a lot on my mind before leaving for my month-long adventure in Nepal, I never got around to posting my farewell dinner at Gemini Bistro on the 28th of April. Erica and I wanted to try this neighborhood spot for a long time and their 3-course menu with wine looked appealing. We had a nice dining experience with good food, fast service and a fun atmosphere. I can see how this is a popular spot to have a meal with friends or a place for date night. The décor is inviting and tasteful, yet sophisticated. The space is small enough to feel cozy, but there is plenty of room between tables. The service was first class and knowledgeable. Our first two courses arrived so fast that I thought they were trying to get rid of us, but the pace slowed down and we never felt rushed. We were disappointed that the food did not live up to the rest of the dining experience. Some dishes were nice, but more of them were bland and not overly flavorful. There is plenty of potential and reasons to return and recommend Gemini. I've heard brunch is very good, and if I lived down the street I'd probably go back much sooner. The talent is there; maybe they just need a little tune up. For our meal we started with the pea risotto and tomatoes soup with grilled cheese. I enjoyed my risotto quite a bit, but Erica's tomato soup was a big letdown. There was not a lot of flavor or substance. They say it is not cream based, which my doctor would appreciate, but they need to do something else to create flavor. Even the grilled cheese didn't taste better than what we can make at home. My risotto was creamy, cheesy and well made. First course was hit and miss. The main course followed the same pattern. I ordered the handmade ravioli. I was surprised when only 4 pieces showed up, but after finishing the plate I understood the portion size. The flavors are very strong and rich, French even. My only complaint is that they were undercooked, making the pasta hard or chewy. I was disappointed because the sauce and ingredients were first rate. Erica ordered the hanger steak and frites. I didn't have a big piece, but from all accounts it was only ok. She usually can put down a good piece of steak, but when I noticed plenty still on the plate I knew something wasn't right. By far the best course of the night was our dessert. We both ordered the apple crisp a la mode, and it was a good move to get 2. Not much needs to be said, the ice cream was delicious on top of warm apples and crust. A very well made dessert. Not to be forgotten, our 3 wine parings were also very good and we received accurate guidance when asked. Our overall experience rates a 3/5. The value on our 3 course meal with wine was great, our service and ambiance also made for an enjoyable dining experience. The quality of the food is high, but the execution/flavoring did not live up to everything else. I still would recommend checking out Gemini, and I hope to return at some point. It is definitely a solid choice for good, American bistro fare with friendly neighborhood atmosphere. read more

Gemini - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Came here on a date in early September and had an absolutely wonderful experience from the moment we walked in the door. For starters, the service was exceptional and our waiter made sure that we were accommodated throughout the entire meal, without being overbearing. She was honest about the food selections and steered us in the right direction as far as choosing wines that paired well with our dishes. She was also spot-on with the amount of food we needed. Everything we ordered was delectable, with the steak frites being my favorite dish. We also ordered the special of the night, a Halibut, which was cooked to perfection. Prices are expensive; however, for the quality I feel that it was well worth it,. This was one of my favorite fine dining experiences I've had in a long time. I would highly recommend Gemini Bistro for a quiet dinner. read more

Had a fantastic dinner here with Liz B. and Katie R. on a Tuesday night! Katie R. received a promotion from Lincoln for a promotional dinner and we were excited for the three course meal. To start, I had their Squirtsky to drink. I'm on a big grapefruit kick right now and this was the perfect cocktail, refreshing and tasty. My dining companions went with the Savignoin Blanc and really enjoyed it. For dinner, all three of us ordered the scallop appetizer. it's actually listed as a "medium plate" on their regular menu, but it served as a great starter. The scallops were huge, cooked perfectly, and complimented the quinoa and apples really well. For dinner, we all got different items. Between the three of us, we tried the salmon, steak, and corn risotto. Corn risotto is definitely a lighter dish which the steak and fries are a heavy portion. I had the salmon and really enjoyed it. The taste of the smoked bacon and coriander vinaigrette were very unique. For dessert, we went with one of each that was offered. The s'mores was definitely the highlight. Overall, lovely atmosphere, great place for a girls dinner. It's definitely a little pricey, but as I mentioned, this was promotion dinner, so it was no concern of mine! Would definitely come back for some cocktails and to share some dishes with girlfriends. This would also be an ideal place to take visiting parents if you want to stay in Lincoln Park. read more

My meal at Gemini Bistro was the best meal I have had in recent memory. Plus, I felt that the price wasn't too bad at $120 for two people who each ordered 3 courses, plus I had 2 glasses of wine. We are definitely adding this place to my list of favorite restaurants. I started with a special salad because its ingredients were so wildly creative that I had to try it. It had pork belly, peaches, pecorino, walnuts, sweet onions and a light dressing. It was a playful combination of flavors and textures. Definitely not something I would have thought of, and that is the entire point of going to a restaurant, right? My husband had the pork tenderloin for his entree, which he ate so quickly that I didn't have time to try it. Clearly he loved it. I had the short rib ravioli. It was incredible. When I go back to Gemini Bistro there is a strong chance I will order it again. Sometimes I have this problem where I fall in love with a dish the first time I visit a restaurant and I always want to order it when I go back to the restaurant. I do get exactly what I want and expect, but I fail to try the rest of the menu. The short rib ravioli was a medium plate, and I loved the somewhat sweet sauce with the melt in your mouth ravioli with the contrast of salty parmesan. Of course I ate every bite. Ordering a medium plate instead of a large plate for my entree meant I had room for dessert- perfect planning! It is very rare that my husband and I order dessert, and this might have been one of only a couple times when we both ordered dessert. The first two courses were so phenomenal that I had to try dessert. The dessert menu was also very tempting. I had the Peach Cobbler. It was the perfect thing to order on what was a very fall-like evening. The cobbler was baked in a ramekin. Why is this important? More delicious crust! The peaches were fresh, and the topping was crisp and sugary. The vanilla gelato on top was from Black Dog Gelato and was just as good at the gelato I had in Italy. My husband had the cheesecake. The chef started off as a cheesecake maker, and the cheesecake was creamy and rich. I just liked the peach cobbler more. read more

The Good: Table bread - salty and hearty, French Onion soup, Littleneck clams with chorizo (fantastic), bistro salad (so French!), Swordfish with cannelli beans, German Chocolate cake - basically all the food we had did not disappoint. Service was great too and prices were right. Warm atmosphere. The Bad: No decent gin, very noisy dining room read more

A few friends and I went here last week. We were looking for some new places to check out and this looked like it' would do the trick The decor is modern and sleek, but it doesn't come off as being pretentious or overdone Most importantly, the food was really good. To start things off, we got an order of crab cakes and an order of ahi tuna tartar. The crab cakes were flat out great. There was a lot of crab meat in the cake which is always a good thing and it was real easy to pick apart with your fork. I chuckled a bit seeing the tartar as it seems like every place that aims more modern has this on their menu. It was done very well though as the cheese really added to the flavor of the tuna I got a filet mignon with steak frites. The fries were normal steak fries and weren't the thin and stringy types of frites that you sometimes get. The Filet was cooked perfectly. Perfectly tender and extremely flavorful as well. The only slight downer was getting charged full corkage on some half bottles that were brought. We had a good amount of regular bottles on the table and had some desert wines for afterward. It just added more to the corkage and is whatever so the next time I come, I'll just be bringing one or two bottles read more

Gemini Bistro is a very cute restaurant. Perfectly sized portions: the short ribs were incredible and served with yummy potatoes and butternut squash puree. The side of brussel sprouts we ordered for the table were the best I've ever had. I was told the burger was incredible, and it had a pretzel bun which always sells me. The specialty cocktail selection was small, but had everything we were looking for. If you are a gin fan I recommend the Cucumber Northside - very refreshing. Interesting note on the restrooms - they had a heaters under the sink. My feet are always cold so I really appreciated this. They're also decorated with provocative pictures of celebrities: Charlize Theron in the men's room and Liam Neeson in the women's. I get Charlize, but Liam, even when he was 20-something, still seems like an odd choice of sex symbol. Cons: the restaurant name is generic which I know shouldn't bother me, but it does. The 3 course pre fix early dinning menu wasn't a great deal. I'm no math whiz, but did notice that you could pay less by getting some of the options separately. i.e. salad, burger with all the extra toppings, and crème brulee is only $28. read more

I'm not sure how i missed Gemini Bistro for so long! I took my parents on a Saturday night recently before seeing Million Dollar Quarter and had a great dinner. My father does not have adventurous tastes, so this was the perfect place for a non-adventurous or picky eater as it has a nice range of dishes/meats that still manage to be sophisticated. Because of the show, we went for an early bird reservation. The restaurant was dead when we were seated at 5:45 (maybe 2nd or 3rd table), but was packed when we left. Our server was a bit overly perky, but we appreciated her attentiveness. Decor is attractive/nice, not over the top in any way. I had a sweet corn bisque which was super yummy. My dad had their caesar salad, which was really interesting. It was delicious, but definitely not your ordinary caesar. It was not creamy caesar dressing and had a bit of a tang. The short ribs were excellent. They were soooo tender and well seasoned. They came with a great little dish of baked beans. The best baked beans ever! We followed dinner with sorbet. Hmmmmm. read more

This place is great! I made a reservation on open table for a Saturday afternoon late brunch. I requested a table outdoor through the Open Table ap, and the hostess had it ready to go when we got there. The service was great. I drink a lot of water and my glass was never empty for more than a minute. We ordered the strawberry waffle, Benedict, and the AMAZING cinnamon buns. The food was outstanding. I love that the cinnamon buns were smaller. Enough to share as a good appetizer or when your just craving something sweet. The tomato juice was great as well! I went with my husband (we do not have any children) but this place is kid friendly during the day as well. Will definitely be back. read more

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Food was great, service wasn't. We has an 8pm reservation on Saturday night. Showed up and the table they had for us was the first in the place next to the door and host stand, so we asked if anything else was available. We were seated farther back right away but then waited over 10 min before our server even came to greet us. The food really was pretty great, but we definitely had a bad taste in our mouths from the poor service so it was a bit harder to enjoy. They also brought our appetizers well before we were finished with soup/salad. Guessing it's just a new restaurant trying to strike the right balance, but we're definitely not rushing back anytime soon. read more

We had a good time here on a Friday night....the place was crowded so we waited an extra 15 minutes past our reservation time but the drinks at the bar kept us from noticing. The food was great- maybe a little small but after a few drinks who cares? The only drawback is the crowd was not diverse at all- very Lincoln Park-esque. But you know, we probably look Lincoln Park-esque so its the pot calling the kettle black. read more

This is really the perfect neighborhood place, good food, convenient location, reasonable pricing and great atmosphere we absolutely loved the thai mussels and the roast chicken was juicy and filling (the mashed potato that came with was super creamy and tasty) bf had the short rib and it was super tender my friends seemed to enjoy their lamb chops and steak frites as well we also enjoyed their great cocktails and wines and the service was attentive and friendly we should have a gemini bistro in every neighborhood! read more

I met up with some friends for brunch and while we adored our server, and thought the room itself was lovely, the food left me flat. We tried the Elvis Presley - a banana bread french toast with homemade peanut butter, bananas, and honey. I expected something rich moist and delicious. Instead it was dry, and maybe overcooked? My chicken paillard, arugula and tomato salad with aged balsamic and shaved reggiano sounded divine, instead it was so drenched in balsamic that the chicken underneath was grainy, tough and thoroughly soaked. The arugula was tasty but where was the tomato salad? My plate had no tomatoes at all. When the dish has a handful of ingredients and one is missing, it makes you wonder if that was the one thing that might have saved the dish? My company and service was great, but I'm not crazy about the food. read more