We celebrated our friend's 60th birthday with Sunday brunch at Truth Be Told, located on the…read moreUniversity of Chicago campus and connected to The Study at University of Chicago. The restaurant has a warm tavern-style aesthetic--inviting, comfortable, and perfect for a relaxed celebration. Our waitress was very friendly, attentive, and genuinely personable, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The brunch menu blends English and American influences, offering something for everyone. We tried the Scotch pancakes, which were quite good, and overall everyone at the table enjoyed their meals. The atmosphere was pleasant and unhurried--we never felt rushed, allowing us to truly enjoy the food, conversation, and celebration. A great spot for brunch gatherings .

Truth Be Told: Come for the Apps, Stay for the Tequila…read more Tucked away in Hyde Park, Truth Be Told has that cozy, inviting vibe that makes a rainy day feel almost charming. The decor alone had me sold before the food arrived. We went all in on appetizers: fried cheese curds, crab gratin, and beer battered squid. Combined, the portions were enough for five. For entrees, we tried the house burger, lamb shepherd's pie, steak and ale, and fish and chips. The food was perfectly fine, just not the kind that sticks with you. I wouldn't call it bad, but I also wouldn't call it back next week. The real star was the Fizz Sam's Buzz mocktail, which I happily upgraded with a shot of tequila. It was so good I ordered a second without hesitation. The automatic gratuity caught me off guard, mostly because our server seemed to have other tables to tend to more urgently than ours. I love leaving a generous tip when I feel the love, but this time it felt a little preemptively assumed, like a kiss on a first date! Would I return? Absolutely for drinks and appetizers in that cozy space. For a full dinner? Probably not, but that's just my palate. You might disagree, and honestly, I hope you do. Go try it and let me know what you think.

Placed the order online as I was close by and their service was fast, bags were ready when I…read morearrived and the lady behind the counter was really friendly. Hush puppies were good love the clam strips. Chicken strip basket was good. The catfish had a slight off taste. I would not order that again. Other than that everything else was five stars.

At my wife's suggestion, I tried this place.......Back story, she didn't want me to make the long…read moredrive to goose island and suggested this place because it was comparable.....What a plesant surprise.....Located in the corner of a strip mall on a main street, it is easy to miss it.....Cusomter service was friendly and prompt. Cash or card.....Limited space inside......Straightforward. You can wait in your car, while they perpare your order. The large picture windows allow you to see inside, so you'll have an idea when you order is ready. Although they didn't have jumbo shrimp at this location, they did at other locations.......Did I mention they have 4 locations? I opted for the "Chicago Style" shrimp, which i'm told is large shrimp with garlic breading. Served by weight, cooked to order and served in an open wax paper bag for crunchiness.......The shrimp were delicious. Perfectly cooked and the sesoning was light. I prefer cocktail sauce and hot sauce. These sauces were not homemade but good just the same........The servings for the sauces matched the shrimp size.......Large......I went back the next day...Overall, a great first time customer experience.

A great Scottish Pub in Chicago. Had the Fish & Chips (of course) with a side of Stovies. The fish…read more& chips comes with green peas and chips. We were there on Friday, so the fish and chips were all-you-can-eat. So crispy on the outside and flakey on the inside. So yummy. The chips were crispy and paired perfectly with the fish splashed with the malt vinegar. The green peas were good, but my favorite was the Stovies. If you've never had proper Stovies, this is your chance to try them. Potatoes and onions with bits of roast kind of like mashed potatoes or a very thick stew. So yummy. They also have an extensive drink menu.

Now we're talking. DoP is as close an authentic Scottish pub as anything I've been in, in this…read morecountry. The atmosphere alone is worth the trip. Whiskey fans, you'll love the huge selection along with the impressive beer selection. Yelp should really hype this as a whiskey bar, too. It more than qualifies. The cuisine is phenomenal. Definitely a place to bring a large party on your first visit, so you can sample a multitude of wonderful creations. Pro Tip: if you can tolerate a large quantity of fish, visit on a Wednesday for their AYCE Fish & Chips. I've had many hum drum AYCE dinners that are drab and only fill you up. Not this one. It's a great meal and a great deal. The Shepherd's Pie was fabulous, as was the Bangers and Mash. They've created a Haggis Burger that has to appease Americans, yet, still be haggis. A tall order since most would hate "true" haggis. Fear not, it's not your grandfather's haggis, it is a tasty burger. The fries were great but I'd recommend the Tattie Skins. We tasted so many different malts it was hard to pick a favourite. No foolin' they had island malts, highland malts, speyside and even a couple from the lowlands. Easy to spend over two hours in this public house. We did. Can't wait to get back to this town. This is a must! 02/26

Located within Garlic Park you walk in and feel like your transported across the Sea to an Irish…read morepub ....The menu is small but what they have goes above and beyond in taste and quality. They take the time to keep it authentic and real. The servers keep the beverage filled with a smile.

My wife and I have been coming here longer than we can remember. The staff is always friendly and…read moreattentive. The beer choices are limited but well priced. In the warmer months the outside bar is a great place to enjoy a drink or two. They have entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays with no cover. Their food has always been very tasty and reasonably priced. Changes in the chef and changes in the menu that left off some our favorites items has kept us away. We heard that some menu items returned so we gave it a look see. I am happy to announce that my favorite item of fried chicken has returned and is excellent. While food prices have changed due to the economy climate I think they are reasonable.

The best tasting lobster roll ever!!! Fresh, juicy, succulent and seasoned to perfection. And what…read morewas very pleasing was the fact that the lobster roll was plentiful. The bread was soft with the perfect toast, just enough butter and seasonings to make it all come together in perfect harmony. I was so impressed with the lobster roll. I ordered a half a pound of fried shrimp to go. Service was on point. They paid attention to me and was always available and checking on me. Reasonable prices & great food. I'll be back again soon.

The food was wonderful. My aunt had sweet spicy shrimp and loved it. I had the grouper sooooo good…read more Husband ordered the mussels and peel and eat shrimp, both amazing. Will be going back!!!!! Wonderful

Service was quick and friendly. Amelia took good care of us…read more Party of 6 with several kids and a 2 year old, but we felt welcome and had a good time at 6:30PM on a Tuesday. Our family sat comfortably in a tall booth/table hybrid. No high chair needed, but not sure if they have them available. Smithwicks was cold and delicious. Chips and salsa appetizer was enjoyable, cheese curds were amazing and we would go back for more. Our party got Buffalo wings that were huge and tasty, sliders that were homemade patties, and two orders of fish and chips. The portions, especially for fish and chips, were wonderful. We would visit again!

Great spot for beers and pub grub. Irish pub. Good service, cold beers. The servers are very…read morenice. I just started working at UIC and have been here twice now. Would return, would recommend.

So, as a Chicago Foodie, and I love my West Chatham Southside neighborhood, this is my close to…read morehome fish and chicken spot. Typical with urban fast food chains, it's at times "hit or miss" and like Harold's Chicken, it all depends on who is in the kitchen and their expertise. This J&J consistently gets it right. I get wings and fish-jack salmon/whiting and perch and cat at times, and it's cooked right, flavorful but you must ask for heavy lemon pepper if desired. They are lenient with the mild sauce and slaw, and cashier and cook staff are pleasant, knowing me by face and they speak and smile kindly. Hate to bring race into it, but other joints don't tend to appreciate the African American culture when they are Arab or Palestinian but this location, I don't get that voice be. Highly recommend! Place is clean and love the see thru kitchen

It was good as usual . I came home from Houston craving my 6 piece wing lol didn't disappoint. Food…read morewas fresh and hot service was cool. Ambiance is regular

Was down south, and had to take the opportunity to visit the legendary Calumet Fisheries- for those…read morewho don't know, this unassuming little hut sits on a bridge over the river in the middle of a large industrial area, unexpected yet fitting for such an iconic spot. I made sure to get a half pound of each of their Crown Jewels- the smoked salmon and the smoked shrimp. I also tacked on a small side of fries with some ketchup and hot sauce. While the shrimp was fairly solid and certainly had the subtle smoky flavor present, it didn't blow me away quite like the salmon did. That was that the best smoked salmon I've ever had in my life, I just couldn't get enough of it. No idea how they possibly pack so much flavor into every single bite, but I left nothing behind. I can still smell the smoky savory flavor, and will certainly be getting the salmon every time I come back. The piping hot fries were delicious as well, especially after plopping down my meal on a bench outside in the 20 degree weather to scarf everything down at once. Service was great as well- had some questions about what was offered and they were happy to answer everything and make recommendations. Would go back for sure.

When it comes to seafood in the City of Chicago this one right here is a really nice hidden gem on…read morethe southeast side of Chicago right off the calumet river. They are known for their delicious smoke salmon and fried seafood. It's a very small shack but the inside has plenty of pictures and even some old newspapers articles of the place. The staff here is very nice and helpful assisting customers. The wait was not bad at all. They even have tables outside where you can eat and look at the river and nice scenery of the skyway bridge. Overall great experience and must check out for some delicious seafood especially the smoked fish. Keep in mind that this place is cash only and they have a ATM machine inside as well.