Haven't been to Lucia Rose for sometime after moving to Plainfield. Decided to meet a long time…read morefriend that I haven't seen for over 20 years. I recommend meeting at Lucia Rose. Love the ambiance, Kathy was great as our server it was that the pizza just wasn't on par with what I've had in the past. I ordered the pistachio pizza, my friend ordered the Margarita. I wanted her to try the pistachio as it always had the ability to roll my eyes with every bite. I was shocked when she said it was just ok. She was right! The pistachio cream didn't have the same taste, actually it had no taste. The cheese wasn't melted, but formed hard ribbons on top, and there was so much sausage the taste was just sausage and salt. Even had my husband taste it when I brought some home and he agreed. No eye roll. My friends margarita was equally as disappointing. The cheese wasn't melted, the middle was soft and sat in a puddle of tomato water when you opened it up. We were planning on meeting back again for dinner with our partners, but both agreed we're going to find someplace else.

Lunch Review! I've loved coming to Lucia Rose for dinner…read morebut recently visited for lunch. Their standard menu is still offered as well as lunch sandwiches and a prefix menu! What a great idea for $23 to get a singular portion of an antipasta, salad, and smaller entree. I got the meatball, baby gem caesar, and spicy rigatoni pasta. I came hungry and left with leftovers. The caesar salad and pasta were amazing! The meatball was good but ricotta was served room temp where meatball was served hot. My friend and I agreed the temp difference was off. She got the meatball, roasted beet salad, and chicken parm sandwich. The beet salad wasn't her favorite as the arugula kept getting stuck in her teeth. The chicken parm sandwich had great flavor and was a large portion! I love this idea of a prefix menu for a fun lunch out. Highly recommend dinner OR lunch at Lucia Rose as you won't be disappointed.

Tannin's is such a fun little spot! I love a good glass of wine, but their cocktail menu is…read moreimpressive, so I actually winded up choosing a couple of those instead. Both were absolute perfection, and so reasonably priced at about $13 a piece. Service was sweet and gave us plenty of patience when it was taking us forever to make a decision. I would very happily return!

This was a great find with a wonderful vibe. I was looking for something different for the wife…read moreand I to celebrate our 27 yrs together and this place did not disappoint. From great cocktails, a limoncello spritz and whiskey cinnamon maple sour, to the duck liver pate, all delicious. The owner and staff were all very friendly and pleasant. We'll be back!

Wine with Me is a niche experience in Itasca for your libation needs. I came in as a first-timer,…read moreasking for guidance and recommendations. I met the owner, who was very hospitable. He gave me a small tour. Advised that they have tables for tastings and even offer a small array of crackers and meats, but they are not a restaurant. He added that it's not uncommon for regulars to visit a local restaurant and just bring their food with them to enjoy their wine. There's also a selection of craft beers and spirits to choose from. We even discussed Uncle Nearest whisky! After a recommendation from the owner, I chose the VDR; Very Dark Red wine. I thoroughly enjoyed it and can't wait to go back to try more!

Wine With Me is a great place to explore some excellent wines. craft beers, or cocktails, in a…read morequiet, relaxing environment. The service from Mark the owner or any of his staff, is always engaging, friendly, and helpful. Add some fine cheeses or tasty crackers/bread sticks and you are set. Consider joining their wine club to experience some exciting wines (red or white) each month, which are selected by the owner Mark from his extensive inventory. Wine With Me is one of our favorite places and we learn something new about the world of wine every visit. Stop by and check them out - You won't be disappointed!

Ko-ze is a quant wine bar in Downtown Glen Ellyn. The inside has a large bar counter, banquet…read moreseating, and tables by the front window. They specialize in offering wines from vineyards they know personally and are organic or natural. Prices are by the glass as well as bottle. In addition to wine, they have beer, cocktails, and bites. When I visited, I tried the Espresso Martini. I liked that theirs had no caffeine in it but still tasted just as delicious! My dad tried the Old Fashioned and liked it but wished they had listed the spirit used on menu. Our server was very kind, made all cocktails fresh, and gave us space to mingle. This was a great stop and I would come back for a glass of wine or keep an eye out for their next tasting event!

Koze is a great location for those learning about wine or simply visiting friends. They have a…read morehuge, ever changing wine list, a few beers and cocktails, and a number of snacks. Their service is strong on education and always offers a smile. Matt's Fliggt School program will always help you better understand the wine world. It can be loud if they are busy, but never so much that you can't talk with a friend.

Great local place for a drink or glass of wine. Staff is friendly and a great "chill" vibe, very…read morerelaxing. Super if you like to try wine, know what wine you like and there are no "hoity-toity" wine snobs. Just great people relaxing with a beverage and enjoying the day. Highly recommended without a complicated membership, no ups, no extras, not your average wine bar, IT'S BETTER!!!!

Really cute wine bar in Villa Park! Super cool inside (love the exposed brick) with plenty of…read moreseating. Drinks are really good and wine selection is great. The bar tender is very friendly and helpful. No long wait and no pressure. Really appreciate the hospitality and good vibes. 10/10. Can't wait to go back!

I love this place. Friendly, classic, and all the karaoke you can fit in your repertoire…read more Went dancing with a friend to the school upstairs and I endedgling down to Josephine's for real fun.

Talk about a dive bar, lol. The other reviews definitely don't do this place justice. We snagged a…read moreparking spot right off the street in front of the building. No complaints about parking or the walk. Boom, we were there. Now, where it gets interesting. You walk in the building's front door, and it opens up to a room where you can access several businesses. Josephine's is straight to the back. It's very dark, smelly, and loud. This totally reminded me of a dive bar on a college campus (maybe worse?). There's not much seating, especially when it gets crowded. The bar has limited seating, and the seating on the floor is even more limited. The chairs and couch are stained with who knows what. The song books for karaoke are sticky and nasty. From a great perspective, I was sitting in a chair and went to move and felt something poke me. It was a pair of random scissors! The drinks are 2/5 and prices are extremely expensive. I had a root beer float martini, and it was "meh". From a karaoke standpoint, it was decent. Lots of different people singing. Some good, some bad. It was entertaining, and some people were pretty brave, haha. Try this place if you dare. Get here early to get a seat. I don't think I'd come back. Once is enough.

Returned for the second time. The food was tasty I had the veal dialova after a great positano…read moresalad One of our friends had the egg oldnyvsnd raved about the flavor So another great meal. The service is very knowledgeable and timely without feeling rushed We were there during the week so not too crowded allowed for perfect atmosphere

Very old white fish-yuck Great service…read moreNice wine pour Very, very noisy-hard to have a conversation

Definitely worth checking out if you find yourself in the area. Downtown lombard is sooo cute and…read morethis spot is walking distance from a ton of interesting shops and lilacia park, a beautiful public garden. The food was a cut above standard brunch fare and the service was wonderful. The cornbread was a highlight. Lots of other families had the same idea of celebrating mother's day here so the vibe was very happy and energetic.

Food was great! Nice choice of cocktails. Very different. We tried the Cajun Tenderloin Tips and…read moreno regrets!

Ridiculously good beer selection - especially the taps. They source top notch beer that can't be…read morefound elsewhere in the suburbs. Solid food with an evolving menu. Friendly service with one of the owners almost always present. Family friendly with plenty of outdoor seating.

The food was amazing and delicious. Luckily it was better than the service…read more We had a group of 7. The food did not come out together. One burger had to be sent back because they forgot the cheese and it came back out still well before the rest of the tables order. My father asked for a drink refill multiple times only to end up getting up and going to the bar to get it himself. But the whole experience was not bad. The burgers were great and juicy. Not sure why they call it a smashburger. There is nothing smashed about it. But the flavor is on point! Largest beer selection I have seen at a restaurant. Large seating area and they do a great job of not cramming in too many tables. They have some couches and a nice outdoor area. We will be back, the food was that good. I will update my rating after I give their service another try.

Smile Burger is a halal burger joint that not only offers various types of burgers, but they also…read morehave shawarmas and sides. We ordered: +the Gladiator Burger - you can opt for a single or a double patty; this came topped with beef bacon, smoked cheese, white sauce, pickled cucumbers, lettuce, tomatoes, and caramelized onions in a seeded bun +the Chicago Burger - you can opt for a single or a double patty; topped with tomatoes, lettuce, jalapenos, onion rings, caramelized onions, and smoked cheese in a brioche-like bun +an Arabic Shawarma - you can the option from chicken, beef, or a mix of the proteins; comes with tomatoes, onions, lettuce, and garlic sauce in a grilled wrap The burgers were generously topped and very juicy - a solid burger joint in the area! We also combo-ed these up to get the side of fries and a drink; we also tried a side of their onion rings and curly fries. I'd be curious to try their wings next time, as they looked crispy and tasty. Staff were friendly and super welcoming! Plenty of parking in the shared strip plaza lot. +halal +juicy burgers +friendly service +ample parking

Place is not welcoming at all. My first and last time there. I asked the girl at the counter about…read morethe menu choices and she knew nothing. I got a combo cheese burger and she waited till I paid and handed me a hot ass soda and told me the dont have ice. I just left that shit on the table. I going to call my bank and dispute the transaction and hopefully I can get my money back some how.