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Went to Lia with some of my girls for girl dinner! Talk about a great deal. Huge portions and 3 courses plus a drink for $30. The vibe is moody which is fun for a girls night. My one note is that the server could have been a little more attentive! Would definitely recommend for a happy hour/girls night!
I loved my experience with the Girl Dinner here! Such a brilliant idea! Great way to fill a restaurant on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. They have a special Girl Dinner menu and it's such a great deal! For $30 you get an entree, side Caesar salad, a cocktail, and fries. (The fries are the only item you share.) I appreciate a girls night and my friend and I had a blast. The food is delicious! I loved everything I tried. I loved the Lemon Cacio e Pepe and I added mushrooms to it. My Hugo Spritz was very refreshing. The truffle fries were crispy and soooooooo good! The side Caesar was perfection. We ordered a few add ons too. The truffle whipped ricotta was a lovely appetizer and we loved our dessert as well. The carrot cake was super moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was divine. Excellent service from Brendan! He's awesome, attentive, personable, and hilarious! I love the bright and colorful design and decor! Swanky and fun! Witty signs and fun bathrooms. We had a lovely table by the window and it was perfect weather and we enjoyed the breeze. I'll gladly come here again and try more things. I had a fabulous evening!
The girl dinner deal is insane and so worth it!! Came with a group of 5 and we had the best time. I think there were 2 men in the whole restaurant on a Thursday night. Servers were kind as well. I got the dirty martini which was delicious and I got to choose blue cheese stuffed olives or regular (very important questions). We enjoyed the truffle fries for the table - they gave us 2 plates for the 5 of us and it was a lot!! The Caesar was good, and I realllyy enjoyed the spicy vodka pasta. Big portion, perfect spice level, and very rich! 2 of my friends are gluten free and they were able to get the pasta GF and the pizza! And the GF pizza was actually huge. We all had a really great time!
Came for the girl dinner and while a great deal (app, mains and a drink) the quality was just ok. Loved service by Brendan but drink service was uneven and he had to check on our drinks both rounds. The espresso martini wasn't very strong at all but the old fashioned I had next was better. Caesar salad was overdressed, fries were ok but could have been fried harder, the cacio was pretty bland and my friend barely touched her rigatoni. The decorate your own crappy cake dessert was fun and a good idea but the cake itself was so dry. Pretty packed for a Wednesday night and mostly women but vibes seemed fun. Don't know if I would go back though.
Came here for their Girl Dinner special that runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and honestly, it's hard to beat the value. For $30, you get a Caesar salad, truffle fries to share, a pasta or pizza, and a drink. I ordered the vodka rigatoni with a lemon drop martini and really enjoyed the meal overall. The food came out pretty quickly, which was nice. The Caesar salad was solid, the truffle fries were hot and crispy, and while the vodka rigatoni could have been a little more flavorful, it was still enjoyable. The portions were generous too. Between the salad, fries, pasta, and drinks, I definitely left full. The lemon drop martini was good, and they also offer additional cocktails for $15. We definitely took advantage of that. The drinks were cute, strong, and well-made. Service was friendly throughout the night. We were seated by the windows, and when it started getting chilly outside, our server was quick to close them for us. Another unexpected bonus was that they were playing Love Island, which made for a fun atmosphere while we ate and drank.
Lia Tavern started doing girl dinner menu available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. It's actually a great deal, so definitely make a reservation because every single seat in the restaurant was full. For $30, you get to choose a drink, fries for the table, a caesar salad, and choose a main dish (pasta or pizza). That's so much food! It was pretty good too. The salad was a good portion sized and I liked the way they sliced the croutons. The sauce for the fries was yummy, and I really liked the pasta. Even though they were super busy, the waiter was quick and attentive. They had a ton of searing and we got lucky to be seated right next to a window. They were even playing sex and the city on the tvs - really leaning into the girl dinner aesthetic!
Came here for the Girl Dinner. When you approach the spot it's kind of a lowkey entrance. We sat by the open window which was kind of nice. I want to come back for Hot Girl Dinner & give them another try because the first time had its ups and downs. The drink was okay but I had something swimming in my cup so I had to get it replaced. In those instances I don't expect anything free but I at least expect the best service after that! Our server didn't check up on us after a while unfortunately. The fries & cacio pepe were pretty good! The pizza was just okay - lacked depth. The salad was OLD and we can't be playing around with lettuce during these times iykyk.
This was such a fun girls' night! The $30 girls dinner is a fun reason to get the hang together. We enjoyed cocktails, truffle fries, Caesar salad, and lemon cacio e pepe. Heads up it's $10 to add grilled chicken to your pasta. Shout out to Brendan for being a great server! Reservations recommended because this is a popular event! Heard the menu is updating at the end of July.
Cam here for the spicy girl dinner and it was such a good time!!! The ambiance was dimly lit and romantic, and the service was quick and attentive!
I'm still thinking about that Malört Spirit cocktail. I wish I could copy and paste this restaurant where I live (STL). I'm obsessed with everything about this place including the bartenders, waiters (divas), and decor. Oh and the food slapped. 10s all around...*sigh..until next time!
The girl dinner for $30 was a great deal - I got the hugo spritz, caesar salad, truffle fries (for the table), and the vodka rigatoni! The food was pretty solid but not the best I've had. Again, for that price I was pleasantly surprised by the quality. Service was quick and we were in and out within the hour!
Came here for the girl dinner which was such an incredible deal. I got a Hugo spritz which was perfection then we started with Caesar salad and truffle fries. Both so good! For my entree I got the lemon Cacio e Pepe which I love the type of pasta they used. It wasn't very lemony but I still enjoyed it. The interior of this place is so cute I love the ambiance. I will say, we got here at 5pm, when they open, for the girl dinner and there were already a few people already waiting at the door! We got bar seating and the restaurant filled up pretty fast. Definitely make a reservation if you can
Just went for a $30 Girl Dinner with my cousins and it was a success! For $30 we got a choice of Martini or Spritz, a Caesar salad, Truffle Fries & either a Lemon Cacio de Pepe, Prosciutto Pizza or Spicy Vodka Rigatoni. For $30 it was so worth it, it was insanely delicious! The inside was beautiful and intimate and our waitress was sweet & attentive! The service started off a little slow but they made it up at the end, will definitely be back again!
24 days ago
Last night we came here for my friends Birthday. We had an amazing time and will absolutely be adding this establishment to our frequent flyer list of restaurants for date night or with friends. Our server, John, was absolutely amazing - gave stellar service and somehow immediately felt like a friend who continually took great care of us - definitely will be requesting him again upon our return. The food and ambiance of this place and for the price is unmatched. The entire place felt clean, cozy, elevated, and importantly fun. Location is very close to the riverwalk and great for a slight stroll after a meal. Gluten Free folks (as am I) - they had so many options and also took allergies seriously. They had alternatives for everything without really changing the menu item itself. Also, they were extremely transparent about what their capabilities are for any food modification and allergy. Would absolutely recommend coming here for their Tues-Thurs hot girl dinner special ($30 for a cocktail, truffle fries, Ceasar salad, and an entree - additional drinks are at a discounted price after your first). 10 out of 10 reccommend! read more
12 days ago
My friends and I walked in on a Saturday night and luckily got a table for 8. It's a relatively new place, and we really liked the vibe! We were celebrating a friend's farewell and tried the spicy vodka pasta and spicy vodka margarita tavern-style pizza. The portions were good and the service was quick. Our server was really nice and even brought us a slice with a candle for our farewell celebration, which was a sweet touch. The ambience was great too. Overall, a nice spot to check out in River North! read more
Great girl dinner at Lia. $30 for salad, fries, pasta, and a drink is hard to beat! They must have recently changed their girl dinner menu, because the one online was not the one we received. Same deal, just different drinks and entrees. Pesto pasta was much better than the vodka pasta. Vodka pasta was very watery. Very "instagramable" ambiance, trendy & bright. Service was just okay. read more
Went to Lia with some of my girls for girl dinner! Talk about a great deal. Huge portions and 3 courses plus a drink for $30. The vibe is moody which is fun for a girls night. My one note is that the server could have been a little more attentive! Would definitely recommend for a happy hour/girls night! read more
I loved my experience with the Girl Dinner here! Such a brilliant idea! Great way to fill a restaurant on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. They have a special Girl Dinner menu and it's such a great deal! For $30 you get an entree, side Caesar salad, a cocktail, and fries. (The fries are the only item you share.) I appreciate a girls night and my friend and I had a blast. The food is delicious! I loved everything I tried. I loved the Lemon Cacio e Pepe and I added mushrooms to it. My Hugo Spritz was very refreshing. The truffle fries were crispy and soooooooo good! The side Caesar was perfection. We ordered a few add ons too. The truffle whipped ricotta was a lovely appetizer and we loved our dessert as well. The carrot cake was super moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was divine. Excellent service from Brendan! He's awesome, attentive, personable, and hilarious! I love the bright and colorful design and decor! Swanky and fun! Witty signs and fun bathrooms. We had a lovely table by the window and it was perfect weather and we enjoyed the breeze. I'll gladly come here again and try more things. I had a fabulous evening! read more
The girl dinner deal is insane and so worth it!! Came with a group of 5 and we had the best time. I think there were 2 men in the whole restaurant on a Thursday night. Servers were kind as well. I got the dirty martini which was delicious and I got to choose blue cheese stuffed olives or regular (very important questions). We enjoyed the truffle fries for the table - they gave us 2 plates for the 5 of us and it was a lot!! The Caesar was good, and I realllyy enjoyed the spicy vodka pasta. Big portion, perfect spice level, and very rich! 2 of my friends are gluten free and they were able to get the pasta GF and the pizza! And the GF pizza was actually huge. We all had a really great time! read more
Came for the girl dinner and while a great deal (app, mains and a drink) the quality was just ok. Loved service by Brendan but drink service was uneven and he had to check on our drinks both rounds. The espresso martini wasn't very strong at all but the old fashioned I had next was better. Caesar salad was overdressed, fries were ok but could have been fried harder, the cacio was pretty bland and my friend barely touched her rigatoni. The decorate your own crappy cake dessert was fun and a good idea but the cake itself was so dry. Pretty packed for a Wednesday night and mostly women but vibes seemed fun. Don't know if I would go back though. read more
3 months ago
Came here for their Girl Dinner special that runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and honestly, it's hard to beat the value. For $30, you get a Caesar salad, truffle fries to share, a pasta or pizza, and a drink. I ordered the vodka rigatoni with a lemon drop martini and really enjoyed the meal overall. The food came out pretty quickly, which was nice. The Caesar salad was solid, the truffle fries were hot and crispy, and while the vodka rigatoni could have been a little more flavorful, it was still enjoyable. The portions were generous too. Between the salad, fries, pasta, and drinks, I definitely left full. The lemon drop martini was good, and they also offer additional cocktails for $15. We definitely took advantage of that. The drinks were cute, strong, and well-made. Service was friendly throughout the night. We were seated by the windows, and when it started getting chilly outside, our server was quick to close them for us. Another unexpected bonus was that they were playing Love Island, which made for a fun atmosphere while we ate and drank. read more
3 months ago
Lia Tavern started doing girl dinner menu available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. It's actually a great deal, so definitely make a reservation because every single seat in the restaurant was full. For $30, you get to choose a drink, fries for the table, a caesar salad, and choose a main dish (pasta or pizza). That's so much food! It was pretty good too. The salad was a good portion sized and I liked the way they sliced the croutons. The sauce for the fries was yummy, and I really liked the pasta. Even though they were super busy, the waiter was quick and attentive. They had a ton of searing and we got lucky to be seated right next to a window. They were even playing sex and the city on the tvs - really leaning into the girl dinner aesthetic! read more
Came here for the Girl Dinner. When you approach the spot it's kind of a lowkey entrance. We sat by the open window which was kind of nice. I want to come back for Hot Girl Dinner & give them another try because the first time had its ups and downs. The drink was okay but I had something swimming in my cup so I had to get it replaced. In those instances I don't expect anything free but I at least expect the best service after that! Our server didn't check up on us after a while unfortunately. The fries & cacio pepe were pretty good! The pizza was just okay - lacked depth. The salad was OLD and we can't be playing around with lettuce during these times iykyk. read more
This was such a fun girls' night! The $30 girls dinner is a fun reason to get the hang together. We enjoyed cocktails, truffle fries, Caesar salad, and lemon cacio e pepe. Heads up it's $10 to add grilled chicken to your pasta. Shout out to Brendan for being a great server! Reservations recommended because this is a popular event! Heard the menu is updating at the end of July. read more
11 days ago
Cam here for the spicy girl dinner and it was such a good time!!! The ambiance was dimly lit and romantic, and the service was quick and attentive! read more
6 days ago
28 days ago
I'm still thinking about that Malört Spirit cocktail. I wish I could copy and paste this restaurant where I live (STL). I'm obsessed with everything about this place including the bartenders, waiters (divas), and decor. Oh and the food slapped. 10s all around...*sigh..until next time! read more
4 months ago
The girl dinner for $30 was a great deal - I got the hugo spritz, caesar salad, truffle fries (for the table), and the vodka rigatoni! The food was pretty solid but not the best I've had. Again, for that price I was pleasantly surprised by the quality. Service was quick and we were in and out within the hour! read more
5 months ago
Came here for the girl dinner which was such an incredible deal. I got a Hugo spritz which was perfection then we started with Caesar salad and truffle fries. Both so good! For my entree I got the lemon Cacio e Pepe which I love the type of pasta they used. It wasn't very lemony but I still enjoyed it. The interior of this place is so cute I love the ambiance. I will say, we got here at 5pm, when they open, for the girl dinner and there were already a few people already waiting at the door! We got bar seating and the restaurant filled up pretty fast. Definitely make a reservation if you can read more
5 months ago
Just went for a $30 Girl Dinner with my cousins and it was a success! For $30 we got a choice of Martini or Spritz, a Caesar salad, Truffle Fries & either a Lemon Cacio de Pepe, Prosciutto Pizza or Spicy Vodka Rigatoni. For $30 it was so worth it, it was insanely delicious! The inside was beautiful and intimate and our waitress was sweet & attentive! The service started off a little slow but they made it up at the end, will definitely be back again! read more
Came by with a friend for a nightcap. It was not too busy and we were able to grab seats up at the bar. Drinks were presented in a very unique way, almost like a miniature art exhibit. A bit pricey even for River North, but they were made strong. The art work across the space was very urban and eclectic, some of it even abstract scribbles and swirls of paint on panels. We didn't have any food but they basically offer thin crust flatbread style pizzas and some lighter small plate tapas items. Apparently the menu rotates every 6-weeks which should keep guests curious. read more
3 months ago
We didn't know what to expect but had a great dinner experience here. The decor and ambience was great, service was solid, and the food was tasty! However, it is a bit pricy for what you're getting. We ordered a mocktail and the taste and presentation with the fish shaped goblet was very cool. The garlic bread pillows were amazing way to start our meal. We also enjoyed the pastas (Lemon cacio Pepe & spicy vodka) and the pizza! Would recommend trying this place at least once read more
Cute artsy venue with colorful and animated cocktails and food choices. Very creative and fun place to visit locally and with visiting guests. So much more I wanted to try but only stumbled into this place as I was taking a mindless walk to clear my mind's mess of personal storm. Guess the universe answered my needs by giving me an hour of childish fun. Here's what I tried dining alone: 1. Here little fish: no alcohol (thought I should keep my mind clear to be able to make sound decisions). Served in a very cute large fish shaped glass. Content was citrusy juice made with orange and passion fruit juice with mint syrup. Very refreshing! Highly recommend. 2. Bottle Rockets: five wontons (chicken sausage) served on a wooden stick and forked into a bed of tall blade grass. The server comes out with a pitcher of liquid nitrogen that he pours into the grass bed creating a white cloudy aesthetic. Super cool. Wontons were average but loved the show. 3. Truffle Lobster Pasta: small lobster tail in a creamy pasta and garnished with saffrons. Flavor was good. Overall fun experience. Want to come back to have more of their creative cocktails. Love this place! read more
29 days ago
3 months ago
A girlfriend and I went to LIA tavern for their $30 girl dinner, and I must say, we were blown away. The drinks, apps, and pastas were all delicious. I am a vegetarian and don't drink alcohol, and the waiter was so accommodating. I was able to order a Lychee mocktail that was one of the best mocktails I've ever had. The vibe was very hip and chic, with cool artwork all over the walls. I'd highly recommend trying the girl dinner- you won't regret it, and neither will your wallet! read more
1 year ago
LIA is colorful, the design, the artwork, the entire aesthetic is really well done. It feels like you're stepping into a trendy, curated space with a lot of visual appeal. I was excited walking in... but unfortunately, the food and drinks just didn't hold up. The menu sounds creative and the presentations were nice, but the actual flavors were underwhelming. Most dishes felt like they were trying to be inventive without really nailing the basics. Nothing we had stood out, everything looked better than it tasted. Same with the cocktails: pretty on paper, but flat in execution. We left feeling like we'd paid more for the concept than the quality. To top it off, the service was slow. Really slow and all the dishes came out at the same time. No one was rude, but the pacing and attentiveness just wasn't there. read more
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Honestly better than expected. You get a lot for your money and the spritz was good. Kind of a weird location. read more
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10 months ago
It was fine, that's the nicest way to say it. The only things that stood out were sadly because they weren't very good, namely the Spicy Vodka Rigatoni. It wasn't spicy and lacked flavor. The ambiance was not enough to make up for food being just okay. You'll have luck with the Lemon Cacio e Pepe and the Carrot Cake, the pizza was decent. read more
4 months ago
Honestly had a great time at LIA tonight! The restaurant is super cute and decorated very fun. The menu is a lot of fun with its play on dishes! Our cocktails were a lot of fun. I chose the fish cocktail and my friend at the campbell soup martini one both were pretty good. The fish cocktail is very tropical and sweet. Our other got the lavender drink but the other two were definitely better! The food was super good we had the pillow appetizer and dumplings which were a crowd favorite. The lobster pasta was also super good! Chorizo stuffed dates were fine! Our waiter was super nice and helpful we had a great time! read more
1 year ago
This was a truly unique experience -- equally beautiful and delicious! We were smitten with the shrimp in yellow sauce and the roasted bacon, which was a standout dish. The cocktails were incredible, and the wine list was fantastic. The restaurant feels like a little museum of modern art combined with fine dining -- plush, yet casual enough to relax and enjoy the night. We happened to be the first table to order the bacon, and to our delight, the chef (who is also the artist behind the presentation) came out personally to ask how we liked it. We absolutely loved it -- crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, perfectly balanced with a chi-vinegar reduction and coconut sauce. Bravo! read more
LIA is a newer restaurant in the neighborhood. The host and waiter were super welcoming and friendly. The interior is dark and vibey - I can see the potential of there being a bar/lounge at night. As for the food, I wasn't too impressed but didn't hate anything. The apps were ok and the steak was cooked well, but for those prices there is much better in River North. I would come back for the drinks and atmosphere, but probably not for food. read more
Very mid. Two dishes were pretty good & one cocktail was decent. Everything else was a sleeper & hard pass. Shrimp with the addition of capers, broth & aioli in said broth had some bold & good flavor. Enjoyed the fluffy pillow albeit it being merely truffle oil. Risotto tasted like water truffle lobster pasta was just boring for lack of a better term. Maple old fashioned was decent but be mindful of that fact that it was minuscule when not served on the rocks. Jackson's paint cocktail was boring even with the theatrics. Twas about $200 which seems standard at any restaurant for a couple these days. Art aspect wasn't explained despite being half this place's philosophy. I wouldn't return. Seems more like a lite bite & quick drink place read more
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