I absolutely love this place! The service is wonderful. From the valet to the head chef, everyone there is friendly, genuine, knowledgeable, and attentive. The food is always fresh and delicious with constantly changing specials. And don't be thrown by the "$$$" tag this place has. You can spend a lot, a little, or anything in between and you will leave with a great taste in your mouth and a full belly. I'm proud to have this place in my neighborhood. read more

I had been to Gemini a few times before they closed and revamped but this most recent visit was better than all others. The new bar and lay out looks great and the atmosphere was loud and vibrant. We split the wedge salad, which they split back in the kitchen for us, and it was the best wedge salad I've had. The short rib was delicious and my husband had the steak frites which he enjoyed. My father has the swordfish which he said was the best he ever had. For dessert we got their take on creme brûlée, it was salted Carmel flavor, cooked properly but would have liked the traditional custard. We will definitely be back. Food, ambiance and service was excellent! read more

Not a fan anymore. I've been coming here for a while to celebrate with a dear friend-it was our usual spot. This time was not good. We made a reservation for 2 weeks ago-for 6pm. When we arrived the restaurant only had 4 tables filled with families (zoo lights special). The rest of the restaurant was empty. I asked to sit on one side of the restaurant and the response was "if I put you at a booth- I'm going to need it back in 1hr" I mean--- really --- who says that- now she followed up with I can give you a two top (which was small) when we asked to see the table she asked "so what are you deciding- bc if you choose the booth I'll need it back" what kind of hostess says that?!?!! So we decided to leave. The bartender heard us and really tried to accommodate us. She is the reason for the star. The hostess--- needs a lesson on customer service. Never going back. read more

I had heard great things about Gemini Bistro and was excited to try it. My friend and I went here for an early Sunday dinner and enjoyed the diverse crowd of Lincoln Park's elderly and families with very young children. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and has a safari lodge type undertone with dark wood and animal themed décor. Our server was nice enough, but not overly attentive or courteous. She was helpful with choosing wine and appetizers though. We ended up getting the flatbread, parpadelle, sautéed mushrooms, and bread pudding, and our bill was over $100-for one appetizer, one entrée, one side, and one dessert (and two glasses of wine total). I am certainly not one to shy away from high priced meals if something is truly extraordinary, but the food at Gemini was not sticker shock worthy in the slightest. Don't get me wrong-everything was extremely delicious, but my friend and I were both surprised when the final bill came (shame on us for not looking at the prices closer when ordering!). I would certainly go back to Gemini if I was in the mood to drop a lot of cash on a nice meal, but I think there are other more reasonably priced places with the same (if not better) quality of food. read more

The restaurant atmosphere is trendy and fun, the menu is diverse, and the food delivered on expectations. But the overall experience was disappointing because the wait staff and management was clearly pushing diners to eat as quickly as possible so that they could move tables as fast as possible and make more money. We had one of the managers approach our table (a large group) before we were even done with our wine, offering to help us retrieve our car from valet. One of the friends with whom I was dining had that same experience at Gemini just one month earlier. Needless to say, it leaves a bad taste in one's mouth and is a very poor business practice. I'd like to say our experience was unique, but having happened twice to my friend, I'm not so sure. In all my dining experiences around the world, this was a first for me. read more

Went here last night. While I was initially disappointed by the service, (we sat for 15 minutes before anyone came to our table) the food was delicious. We had the halibut and the whitefish; both were excellent. And the sundae skillet was out of this world. To make up for the initial lag in service, the restaurant kindly comped our 2 glasses of wine. I really liked the atmosphere in here - it's very warm and comfortable. I'll be back. read more

Stopped by on a Wednesday evening in February. I have always wanted to try Gemini but it never was the right time. Well, a Wednesday evening in February was definitely a right time. We shared the Wisconsin Trout and spend half the evening trying to figure out if we could replicate it at home. That, unfortunately, will never happen. Had the Marsala mushrooms and a great bottle of wine. The view was so interesting and our server, Spencer, was the right combo of attentive but not hovering. Cool spot and will definitely return. read more

Had dinner at Gemini Bistro last night with my husband. We've been curious about it as we live down the block and were not disappointed! We started with the duck confit nachos ,which were amazing, and I followed with the tomato soup and risotto. As others have mentioned, I really liked the Small/Medium/Large set up of the menu, as you could get a few smaller plates to try a little of everything. All of the food was incredible, and the service was friendly and attentive as well. We will definitely be returning to Gemini Bistro! read more

Go to Rustic House which has the same owner and fabulous service and food. If you prefer a rude Maitre d with an attitude then dine here. It was a Saturday night at 7 pm, they weren't that busy and you will find out why upon arrival. Don't waste your money here when there are so many better options in the area ! read more

I went to Gemini about three Saturday's ago and while the food was very good, the entire experience was ruined by the negative vibe of the staff. It was rather late and I observed people who seemed to work there intoxicated at the bar. They were very loud and rude. Also, I swear I was able to smell pot smoke coming from the kitchen. This isn't good and adds nothing to the dinning experience. People, if you are going to open a restaurant, try to make it a pleasant and relaxed environment, not an extension of your old fraternity days!!! read more

I loved this place! We went with 9 people and they had our table ready way before our scheduled reservation. I showed up early and had a glass of wine at the bar. The bartender was super information and friendly. Our server wasn't the most outgoing friendly guy in the world, but he did a good enough job. We ordered the duck nachos which were a huge hit at the table! We also ordered the beet salad, crab cake and beef carpachio. Everyone loved it all!! For dinner, I had the steak frites (which was just standard seasoned french fries), but the steak was fantastic. Had so much flavor and really impressed me. Other people had the scallops, which were really good, the salmon, the short ribs.. and the list goes on. Everything was extremely good. And, possibly the best part is that the food came out quickly and the wine flowed quite well. I would definitely go back and definitely highly recommend this place. read more

We live in the area, so the addition of Gemini to our neighborhood has been fantastic. The other neighborhood outposts like Marge's and Four Farthings have marginal food at best. We've gone for both dinner and brunch multiple times and we have yet to be disappointed. The nice thing about the menu is how it accommodates all diners- small/large plates, cheap/more expensive price points, standard/ambitious cuisine. Salmon, burger, and the pork chop are the standouts. read more

Dailycandy is offering 1/2 off today because this place needs the business, as it is not good. Please... it is not even worth 50% off. The staff and management are so rude and unprofessional. We went sometime back to celebrate a very special birthday for our mother and were humiliated and disrespected by what we think is the owner's wife. She represents the restaurant horribly. As one can tell, I still get angry when I even see the Restaurant's name. In such an amazing city...spend your money somewhere else. read more

Food and setting are fine. Though perhaps this wouldn't bother many other people, if I make a reservation for 7, I don't want to be seated half an hour later. As for many, my time is valuable. Having to wait that long defeats the whole point of the reservation and for me takes away much of the service experience. I understand it's not the most fancy restaurant catering to every need, but it didn't strike me as a McDonalds either. So I think having the reservation time observed (give or take five minutes) is a reasonable expectation at this restaurant. The cynic in me thinks it's simply a strategy to have patrons spend more by having drinks at the bar while waiting. read more

This place was amazing! Great food, great live music, absolutely excellent service! I don't write a lot of reviews but this place deserves one. The wait staff was super friendly and the owner was the best! They went above and beyond and we all had a really nice time. Highly recommended...I'm definitely going back! read more

First I have to address the small, medium, large options. People, don't you get it....it's the same at every restaurant just different wording for appetizers , soup salads and entrees...not a tapas style or sampler size. We arrived around 7:00 on a weeknight to a lovely diningroom full of patrons. We were seated by the door (it was freezing out) I requested a different table but was assured that a supplemental heater would keep us warm. ...wrong. Had to keep our coats on throughout dinner as our request to move was met with a blank stare. BTW the manager stood at the front of the dining room staring at a computer monitor without looking up at the room or flow of activity the entire time we were there. After more than a five minute wait we were greeted by our waiter a pleasant fellow that explained the menu ..sm / med / lg. .....pretentious menu format. Okay they need a gimmick, I get it . Finally the food ... French Onion Soup nice apple bacon twist , however broth was a bit bland. Salmon entree was good. Beef Brisket was tasty but unfortunately 50 % was a piece of fat...not worth addressing with the waiter who never checked with us to see how our meals were anyways. Overall I would say I was dissapointed as we could use another nice dining option in the hood. I guess there is always Four Farthings for a good meal. read more

2 of my good friends love this place so I had to check it out. They have raved about it, so I was a bit sad when I found it to be just average. For starters, we went on Opentable and could only get a 6 pm reservation. Once we got there, we found the restaurant fairly empty and throughout the night many tables weren't used. We wished we could have gotten a later reservation, but according to Opentable there were none. I did love the warm bread and delicious truffle fries. Yum! However, my filet was again...average, maybe a bit above average, but very pricey. My husband hated his veal and found it very fatty. Sadly, it did not come with any sides so he just had to eat it. The bill came to about $150. I would love to say I love this place, but don't. I won't go back again, except maybe for truffle fries and drinks. read more

Loved this place - was a perfect for my dad's b-day celebration. The food was delicious and the presentation was great. Brussel sprouts for a side was a very good idea, and the crab cake, salmon and pork ravioli were all very flavorful and well prepared. The service was good - very friendly, and the right speed, we had one busser that cleared things a little too quickly, but that is my only complaint. I requested that they bring the Apple crisp to the table for dessert with a candle in my OpenTable reservation, and they executed perfectly! My family tries apple crisp whenever it is on the menu at a restaurant and this one is definitely towards the top of our list. read more

Went for a late night snack last night and arrived at about 9:45 and sat at the bar. Bartender was clearly agitated about the kitchen closing and we made an order of soup, dessert, and drinks quickly. The soup was delightful, the dessert (a berry cobbler) extraordinary, but the bartender's surly service left a bad taste overall. Tab was $40 with tip. Gemini has a reputation for great food and rude service and it lived up to this reputation. Won't go back despite delicious food. read more

Not impressed. I'd waited a long time to try this place and was bitterly disappointed. Everything was just slightly off and the staff were kinda short when attentive and non existent when not. My steak was undercooked and I had. Bad stomach the next day. My bf was polite but not happy about his food either. Should have skipped the large bill and went across the road for a better, cheaper meal. read more

The two of us had an excellent weeknight supper at this attractive and comfortable bistro. The special of a strip steak with pureed white beans was terrific, as was my companion's crispy duck breast. Appetizers of beet salad and soup of the day were also wonderful. We enjoyed attentive service, reasonable by-the-glass wine prices, and a lovely chocolate molten cake dessert. Even better, it's just a healthy walk from our homes. We will be back. The staff seemed to be genuinely happy to have us there, and made sure we felt welcome. read more

We went here on a weekend evening. We sat inside because the outdoor dining area along Dickens was full. The interior of the restaurant is dark with a bar along one wall (with portion of the restaurant divided from the main dining area by a wall that did not extend all the way to the ceiling. We sat in the main dining area. There is a one (long) page wine list on the reverse side of the menu with a number of selections by the glass. The Caesar salad was among the best that I've had in a while. The roasted salmon and short rib entrees are recommended. Service was friendly and efficient. This is a nice choice in the neighborhood and a nice starting point for an after-dinner walk on a nice Summer evening. read more

Was really excited about coming here since the reviews were so positive, but did not think it was anything great. The service was nothing special, the food was just okay, and the atmosphere while cozy and comfortable was blah. read more

Extremely rude wait staff and welcoming service. Over 30 minutes late to seat us for our reservation and we were given attitude. For the price tag for mediocre food I would expect at least good, if not great, customer service. I would not suggest this place read more

Consistently great food, drinks, and service! Seasonal dishes always are always amazing, but the normal menu options are on par every time I have been. One of my favorite spots in Chicago! I highly recommend. read more

A meal of oversalted everything. I couldn't tell what the food tasted like because everthing was drenched in salt. The service was very good, but the food -- not so much. read more

The food was great, the host was the opposite. He was rude from the second we walked in the door and did not set the right mood for our night. We were celebrating a birthday and did not expect for our night to start off on the wrong foot. I would give this restaurant five stars if it weren't for him. read more

Good food, horrible service. Waitress never came by once to check on us or refill drink orders. Management, get your waiters in check.

Highly recommend! The manager is great! He squeezed my 9 months prego self and Hubby in last minute as a walk in on a Friday night. His good deed was not unnoticed! The food is always delicious. My favorites are the scallops and the crab cake. But I also I love the fries! So salty and crisp. read more

We had a wonderful experience at Gemini Bistro this past Friday evening. The service is absolutely first-rate - attentive, not fussy, and very friendly without being familiar. Our dinner was delicious, well-cooked, well-presented and nicely timed. From appetizers to dessert, we enjoyed our food. We will be back, and not just for special occasions. For a great meal, great service right in the heart of the Lincoln Park neigborhood, I happily recommend Gemini Bistro. read more

We had a great dinner last night at Gemini Bistro in Lincoln Park. I purchased a certificate for two 3-course dinners with wine pairings at a silent auction at a Personal PAC event, and it was our first time at the restaurant. Wow!! The food, wine, and service were all spectacular! (Our server, Bryana, was outstanding!) I highly recommend Gemini Bistro! Also, kudos to the owners of Gemini Bistro for making such a wonderful donation to Personal Pac! read more

We went again to Gemini last night. This is probably the 10th time i have been there and it is always very good. We sat at the bar and had the short ribs and they were spot on. This is the type of restaurant that has been long overdue in Lincoln Parl! read more

Love the food, love the place, love the waitstaff (Rebecca in particular) before and after the remodel. Floor plan makes much more sense now and the addition of extra booths is great. Only negative is the live music on Thursday nights, one of the calling cards of this place is the ambiance and no disrespect to the player, this place is too cool for that and really doesn't need it. We hope they save the money or switch to low-key jazz or something similar by our next visit! I don't want to enjoy my incredible cherry pie with a bad Train remix in the background!! read more

Fantastic restaurant. Beautifully remodeled! Great food! We had Swordfish that was the very best ever! Very comfortable seating in booths tables, outside patio, or the bar. Such a great feeling of warmth and friendliness lent itself to such a memorable evening! read more

Glad you are back. Enjoyed a nice meal there last night with friends. Delicious. Great menu and wine list. Nice neighborhood feel. Can't wait to try out more menu options. read more

Savoring what was most likely one of the last nights this season to dine outside, we headed to the Gemini Bistro patio to celebrate my son's birthday. Jamie, our server, was friendly, attentive, made great suggestions and addressed our food allergy concerns. We were a party of 5 and everyone was happy with their selections. We'll definitely be back. read more

Certain parts of this meal were fantastic, but others were just average and a small issue with the service made the night kind of a downer. I would say - salads are ho-hum here, but the mushroom risotto was delicious. My husband had the steak which was good, but nothing outstanding. I had the blackened mahi-mahi and it was very good, the tomato ragout on it was really tasty and did not overpower the fish at all. My girlfriend ordered the salmon and when it came it was definitely on the rare side (normally fine, but she is pregnant) so she asked the server to have it cooked through. It came back, barely cooked still, so she had to send it back again and they made her a new piece which was cooked through but so salty we all deemed it inedible. She did make the mistake of eating a little bit of it and not telling the server about the saltiness, but she also had to send it back twice and didn't get her entree until we had all pretty much finished. The server didn't offer anything to make up for that small error and I wish they had, it would have made the experience much better. I will say the chocolate chip cookie sundae dessert was delicious! It's a great neighborhood place, but I can't say it's amazing..... read more

maybe i am super biased being a gemini...but this place is amazing. great food, great place, awesome name. at the high hour it can be a little loud but whatevs, this place rocks. read more

Special Occasion Restaurant. This visit we were celebrating Father's Day. Had an early reservation on a Saturday night and 3 in our party elected to order from the prix fixe menu ($35 for 3 courses). We all started out with a cocktail and then ordered a bottle of champagne for the meal since we all had different entrees: Halibut w/little neck clams; hangar steak; salmon. My hangar steak portion was very generous so I had the remainder boxed and enjoyed it the next day. Desserts were very good -- creme brulee and peach crisp were especially good. The person who ordered the cheese plate as his dessert was disappointed in the size of the portions and also the pre-selected cheese. Our server had a habit of disappearing, but the rest of the wait staff were top notch. This place is not cheap, but I don't mind spending extra money for a special meal and this was special. Cost per person including alcohol, coffee, tax and tip was about $80. read more

I came to Gemini Bistro a few weeks ago with some friends for dinner. They were able to accommodate our party of 6 at 7 pm on a Friday night with a week's notice, which is a total win in my book. We started out with some individual appetizers and salads. I split the beet salad with my friend. The beets has a terrific flavor, but to be honest, there wasn't too much more to this dish than just beets. There were a few greens a bit of cheese. My friends split the Caesar salad which they seemed to enjoy. For my entrée, I had the burger with the truffle fries. I'm not particularly a fry person, so the excitement of the truffle fries is probably lost on me. The burger was very good, and I felt it was worth the cost. My friends ordered the lamb, whitefish and the steak frites. Everyone really enjoyed their meal, and I thought the price was reasonable. Overall, this was a great place to dine with a larger group. read more