It was our first time trying Salad House in Lakeview and we were really happy we took the drives…read morethere. The salads were super flavorful and delish, everything tasted fresh, and the service was quick. Love that the food is made to order too. One thing I'd suggest... order one of the Specialty Salads and just add extra ingredients if you want more. Doing the "Make Your Own" option can end up costing a lot more. Definitely coming back again!

Had a really nice experience at Salad House overall. The staff was genuinely friendly and…read morewelcoming, which immediately made the visit feel pleasant. The restaurant itself was very clean, bright, and well-maintained, and the space just felt fresh and inviting. We tried a mix of dishes including the Green Goddess Salad, Thai Peanut Salad, Greek Salad, Roasted Vegetables Salad, and the Santa Fe Wrap. Everything tasted fresh and satisfying, and the portions were great for a meal that feels light but still filling. The Green Goddess dressing was honestly the standout for me, super creamy, flavorful, and so good. Overall, such a solid option when you are craving something fresh and lighter. Definitely a place I would come back to.

They have a great HH that unfortunately they were not doing on Friday afternoon when we stopped by…read moredue to pride fest that weekend (unfortunate timing I suppose). Good drink options and lots of TVs. Got the Schubert burger with sweet potato fries. The sweet potato fries were really good. The burger was pretty good too but I think I'll try a different one next time.

Discovered Rocks in Lakeview for the first time this weekend and had a great experience. The bar…read morehas a lively, welcoming vibe with plenty of seating, whether you're flying solo, with a date, or in a bigger group, there's space for everyone with dozens of tables and a solid bar setup. I stuck with Guinness all night, and each pour was spot-on. I also grabbed the Rocks Burger to go and it was fantastic. Easily one of the biggest burgers I've had for the price, seriously, it was the size of my head. Juicy, flavorful, and totally hit the spot. The staff was super chill and friendly, which made the place even more enjoyable. Whether you're looking for a casual night out, some solid food, or a great spot to catch a game, Rocks is definitely worth coming back to. I'll be returning for sure.

Gosh, haven't been here in forever, but I was having drinks with a vegetarian friend and we needed…read morea bite to eat. This place is the same as it ever was, and I couldn't be happier to see it. It's got the same old booths and the same old diner counter and the same old neon sign on the back wall. I got the crispy spicy chicken sandwich and my friend got the chicken fried steak. We went on a Tuesday and they do half off wings, so we got bbq wings. Everything was awesome. The sweet potato fries were really good. The sandwich was good. The steak was great. The wings were crispy and the sauce was delicious. On the way out I got the cookie dough peanut butter shake to go because honestly, you have to. So glad to visit this local treasure again. I'll be back!

Food: great spot for vegan! Keep in mind that most vegan proteins are highly processed food and if…read moreyou are not used to it it might trigger some unwanted reactions Service: very friendly, great to go with friends. Ambience is casual, like a diner. Value: good value.

This place is a hidden gem! We love the wood (oak) interior…read morewhich feels like more hip but still friendly like a local diner. We went in for a Saturday or Sunday brunch and were able to walk in. The service was overall friendly and fast. The French omelet was heavenly. I am usually not an omelette person generally prefer a regular fried egg because I find the homogenous mixed egg to be a bit boring but with the filling inside this was a perfect balance of taste. I didn't get to take a pic to accompany it but the potatoes were also delicious. I can't wait to revisit

Very busy for brunch! Diner vibes. Definitely need a reservation if you are coming for brunch on a…read moreweekend. Service was a little slower than I would expect. I got the blueberry maple latte and it was delicious. On the sweeter side so keep that in mind. I would reorder every day if I could. For food, I ordered the Monte Cristo. This is not really a traditional Monte Cristo. They made the sandwich with bread that was a little too thick and added Dijon mustard. The mustard was all I could taste even after smothering it in the maple syrup they give you (they did not add the fruit jam that is usual for the Monte Cristo).

A friend and I were hanging out around Lakeview on an early Saturday afternoon when we stumbled…read moreupon Wood. We saw that the patio was quite busy, so we decided to give it a try. We were seated quite promptly. The patio was very pleasant. I will say, the menu was quite limited at this time. I ordered Wood's Caesar Salad; charred cauliflower, Publican Quality Bread croutons, and parmesan tossed in a lemon vinaigrette - caesar dressing. First off, the salad was very good. It is under the shared and small plates section of the menu. I think the word tiny would be more fitting. I asked my waitress if it were possible to get a protein on the side, and she only offered me bacon. I do not eat pork, so that was a bit of a bummer. I also ordered an espresso martini, which is my go to drink. Theirs was okay; it was a basic espresso martini, nothing special.

Went here after a Cubs game and I'd always meant to try it- Great burger, and a really flavorful…read moremushroom onion flatbread. Everything was super flavorful and cooked nicely. Honestly, the food was really good! The vibes were interesting because it's very modern and feels pretty upscale. I like sitting on the patio. Great, quick service. Seems like just a really easy solid place to go and I would come back to try more of the flatbreads or do a happy hour.

I am so surprised by the consistently high reviews here. My friend and I came to grab a weeknight…read moredinner and we were so excited to get Korean food. We ordered a seafood soup, seafood pancake, and a salmon crunch roll. We quickly realized that this was an atypical Korean restaurant experience as we did not receive banchan and there were not many traditional options on the menu. I think that should've been our cue to go, but we stayed and were very disappointed. The service was extremely slow. We had to ask multiple times when it was coming, and when the food finally came out, it was underseasoned and the texture was very off. The seafood pancake tasted deep fried and had chunks of imitation crab. It had the texture of an unrisen focaccia. The soup was tasteless, and the salmon roll was drenched in mayo and eel sauce. They also gave us a "special" hot sauce that tasted like just a mix of sriracha and Tabasco. Small highlights: the ambiance was nice; it seemed clean. Waiter was nice enough. I hate giving bad reviews, but this was quite a shocking meal.

I celebrated my birthday at Kim's last night and cannot recommend it enough. The service was…read moreoutstanding and the food was exceptional. We tried the Pajeon as an appetizer and were delighted by the crunch and savory seafood inside. I had the veggie bibimbap in a stone bowl as well and finished every last grain of rice. Our server was helpful with educating us on the best way to eat the dishes we ordered which also enhanced the experience. We had been meaning to try Kim's for months and I'm so glad we did!

We went for a bachelorette party drag brunch. Best breakfast I ever had!…read more Mimosas and breakfast cereal shots was fun while watching Pixel do an exciting performance the whole time. Our bride had a blast too. Service was good. The area is super nice and there's tons of shops nearby.

We came here for market days drag brunch and pre ordered tickets. Me and my friend unfortunately…read morehad to buy tickets separately, but we both emailed the venue in hopes of communicating we wanted to sit together and have a lower table as it was a birthday celebration. We get to the venue and they were scrambling to figure out where to seat us and offered outdoors ??? When we bought $80 tickets to a show. After the initial confusion, the ladies doing the show and the staff's attentiveness to keeping our mimosas full semi made up for the hiccup. The food was tasty, I had the breakfast calzone. It could've used more filling inside but the flavor was there. My partner got the chilaquiles and also enjoyed it, so much that she finished it all (which doesn't happen often). The cranberry nut bread was sad and dry. A We ended up having to pay gratuity along with the tickets. Receipt attached. It ended up being super pricey, but it was market days and all of halstead was marked up for profit (understandable).

The food was absolutely fantastic here! We went here for Mother's Day and got a little bit of…read moreeverything to share. All the food was prepared carefully, tasted amazing, and looked spectacular. The service was top notch since they were bringing out the food so quickly and were always asking to make sure we had everything we needed. They even cut up the cake we brought and made sure all the entrees were cut up if needed. The ambiance was very simple and modern. I liked how there was a decent amount of seating and the setting was a mix of casual and fancy. Would definitely come back again!

My chicken Vesuvio was a small leg/thigh that was tough and the plate was filled with not fully…read morecooked potatoes. The red sauce was flavorless. So disappointing as I've only heard good things. Perhaps an off night. Meatball appetizer was dry. Fondue was good. The service was fair, he seemed swamped. Not his fault.

Came by after the Cubs game for dinner. There was a wait, so be sure to make a reservation. We were…read moreserved by Kylie and she was amazing. Her smile radiates as she walks through the restaurant and serves her customers. Our food was outstanding and I especially

Kylie was the best!!! She was sooo cute and personable. Great customer service!! She explained the…read moremenu and answered our questions. She was so friendly and did a great job! Can't wait to come back and see her friendly face again:)))) Food was so yum!

Really enjoyed our lunch at Kala, especially as a vegetarian. There were so many options that I was…read moregenuinely spoiled for choice, which isn't something I can say about every Greek restaurant. We tried the zucchini fritter wrap, zucchini fritter bowl, mushroom bowl, Greek fries with dips, and frappes. The zucchini fritter wrap was easily my favorite -- crispy, fresh, filling, and something I'd absolutely order again. Portions were generous and the prices felt very reasonable for the amount of food. We also tried the froyo with olive oil and sea salt, which was interesting and worth trying once, although probably not something I'd personally order again. Service was warm and prompt throughout our visit, and the overall setup makes it a really easy, relaxed place to grab lunch with friends. We sat on the patio, which was a great spot to enjoy the meal without things feeling overly formal or rushed. Overall, a really solid vegetarian-friendly Greek option with good food, welcoming service, great portions, and a nice casual atmosphere.

We usually come to this neighborhood for donuts down the street but then realized that we should…read moreeat something healthy for lunch, instead of just three or four donuts. So looking at both Yelp and Google - Kala, had rock solid reviews and pics for modern Greek food!! So we were able to grab a few seats facing the sidewalk as the place was pretty full, we got two different salads with steak and chicken skewers. The steak (Souvlaki) salad comes with grilled veggies and the chicken comes with navel oranges. I would stick with the steak and order more protein so it sticks to your ribs. I would suggest adding some more lettuce to make these salads even greater....will be back here for a third visit soon :) Most recently, we picked up the souvlaki steak salad with an extra chicken skewer and that really hit the spot!!