I had a great time at 69 Prime! I sat at the bar and received excellent service. The bartender was…read morefriendly, attentive, and helpful, especially when recommending entrées. My gin cocktail was fresh, boozy, and so good--I love a well-made gin cocktail! I also ordered the lobster fettuccine and butter cake, and both were absolutely delicious. I'll definitely be back!

My husband and I dined here on Sunday evening, and unfortunately, we left feeling disappointed…read more As someone who has worked in the service industry, I understand that serving tables can be demanding. I also understand that servers sometimes make assumptions about guests. However, every customer deserves the same level of attention and service, regardless of what a server thinks the tip may be. According to the receipt provided by the manager, I believe our server's name was Jaden. Unfortunately, she never introduced herself and only checked on our table once throughout the meal. Most of the service we received actually came from the manager on duty. I found myself repeatedly getting up to ask for things until I finally asked Jaden, if she was our server. I hoped that would prompt a little more attention to our table, but it didn't. Instead, she remained focused on another table that had arrived before us and was still there after we left. I watched her check on them four or five times while our table was largely ignored. Whether intentionally or not, it certainly felt as though she had decided our table wasn't worth her time. If that was her assumption, then in this particular case she was correct about one thing: my husband and I will not tip for bad service. I have no problem rewarding excellent service, but I also believe tips should reflect the quality of the experience provided. Rather than leaving money for poor service, I chose to give the cash I had to the busboys, who were attentive and helpful throughout the evening. The reason I'm sharing this review is because I don't want one bad experience to overshadow what has otherwise been a good restaurant. I've dined here several times before, live nearby, and have always enjoyed my visits. That's why this experience stood out so much. I'm willing to give the restaurant another chance because I know the level of service they're capable of providing. My hope is that when I return, every guest will receive the same level of attention and hospitality, regardless of assumptions about who they are or what they may tip. Great service should be consistent, and that's what keeps customers coming back. One final thought: tipping culture only works when both sides do their part. GUESTS should recognize and reward good service, and SERVERS should provide quality service to every table. When assumptions are made on either side, EVERYONE loses.

Went to the restaurant on a Friday immediately after work. It was rather light with diners…read more However, staff was slightly scrambled, albeit very attentive. Since I was solo, I sat at the bar. I wanted to start with spinach artichoke dip. There was none. So, I ordered carrot and black bean tacos. The tacos were a good backup. Those who lean towards vegetarian would like them. I must say that I was expecting some heat from the jalapeños. For my main dish, I had the shrimp and grits. It took a few swallows before the flavor kicked in. The sauce was tasty, but was maybe a notch above mildly seasoned. I have a feeling that the tomatoes in the recipe added a little acidity. With the addition of spinach, this dish landed in gourmet territory. From what I gather, the restaurant has been under new management for a few years. It feels like they are working out kinks. I will give them a few months before I try them again.

Honestly, speaking, I wish I had better things to say however, I have to be honest. My reservation…read morewas at four. The doors were locked until 415 and that was because I called. I'm not really gonna talk about the ambience, because for me it wasn't there, but that is not the basis of my scoring. The old-fashioned made by our waiter was good, excellent, perfect. We wanted a margarita, but they let us know that they did not have the materials needed to make it. They also did not have the ingredients to make a few starters and entrées on the menu so their limited menu became even more limited. The food, we ordered crabcakes, and a colossal honey glazed shrimp. The crabcakes came out and they were flat, they looked like what was supposed to be one crabcake broken into three. The shrimp came out and instead of having colossal shrimp we had small shrimp, maybe even baby shrimp. We addressed the concern with the shrimp and they said they're not going to charge us for it. With our pasta came a side salad, the salad and the salad dressing, which was a lemon vinaigrette, was good. When we received the pasta, there was only four pieces of sausage, the chicken was unseasoned and the sauce was cheese sauce with hot sauce added, no other seasoning. Nothing about the pasta was Nola.

I was not excited about meeting here after reading the reviews but can't wait to return after…read moredining here. There was a group of 10 of us. Service was a little slow but understandable. We were greeted nicely and warned of workers calling off. They even provided mixed chips between our appetizers and entrees. We started with the grilled and fried shrimp. Both were amazing. Realizing there was no dipping sauce but not being able to stop eating them while awaiting sauce was commendable. Both were very tasty. The fried green tomatoes were cooked perfectly and seasoned impeccably... again no sauce needed. The catfish and the salmon bites again, seasoned and fried perfectly. The fried mushrooms were different but so good. The star of the night was the Shaniky pasta and I'm not a pasta fan. I had only one complaint. For the same price, you get either 4 pieces of beautifully fried catfish and fries or one piece of beautifully fried catfish sitting in a huge bowl of very tasty but dry dirty rice. I would eat the dirty rice again, but I would choose 4 pieces of beautiful fried catfish with fries any day over a big bowl of rice and one piece of fish. Will definitely return.... Regularly!!!

Service and the atmosphere were great. The restaurant was clean, and the staff was friendly, so…read morefirst impressions were definitely positive. The Thursday special was the highlight of the meal. The lamb chops were well-seasoned, and the lemon drops absolutely saved the day. The appetizers were decent too. The crab cakes were a nice size, but at $12 each, they felt overpriced. I think serving three smaller crab cakes for around $15 would make more sense and create a better presentation. I didn't personally try the oysters, but everyone in my group agreed they would've been much better without the cheese, which overpowered the flavor. Now...the main attraction--the item the restaurant is literally named after--the crab bagz. Unfortunately, they were more like trash bagz. The shrimp tasted like a frozen bag of shrimp from Aldi that was simply boiled with a little butter. The smoked sausage looked and tasted more like a boiled hot dog. Frying or grilling the sausage before adding it to the bag would make a huge difference in both flavor and texture. The corn tasted old, almost like it had been sitting in seasoned water for hours and was simply reheated when ordered. By the time I got to the potato, I had completely lost interest. The entire boil needs more seasoning cooked into the seafood and vegetables--not just added afterward. A heavier Cajun dry seasoning and deeper flavor infusion would go a long way. New Orleans is my second home, so yes, my standards for seafood boils are high. But this just missed the mark. If I came back, it would be for the drinks, lamb chops, and appetizers. Those are the real stars here. Unfortunately, the crab bagz--the signature dish--just aren't it.

I had a craving for seafood, so I stopped in for takeaway. I ordered the catfish and shrimp dinner…read morethat they seasoned with lemon pepper. Delicious. I saw several people come in and buy tea. So, I asked the cashier about the tea. She recommended the Obama and the Halle Berry teas. She was way cool with explaining the teas, so I took her advice. This Seafood Junction is not for sit-down. You order for takeaway. That works for me. I must say that the output from the kitchen beats a Seafood Junction location I went to in a suburb that borders Chicago. Good food and good service make for a package that can't be beaten.

I stopped here based on the yelp reviews. We ordered 2 catfish dinners and 1 shrimp dinner. Both of…read morethe catfish dinners looked and tasted like Swai and were not fully cooked the fish batter wasn't crisp it was mushy and soggy and the fish was under cooked. The shrimp was good with the lemon pepper seasoning. The hush puppies weren't cooked completely and were doughy in the center. The staff wasn't friendly and wasn't helpful when I asked was the catfish dinner catfish or Swai they told me they didn't know and were not nice about it. They said I could look at their raw fish case and see if I could tell what it was. If I had known they served Swai we would have ordered shrimp dinners. I will not return.

The food was delicious. The service was great (Robot Waiter)!!! The vibe was laid back. The…read morerestaurant looked amazing, you could see where they make the beer. Will definitely revisit and recommend!!!

Visited Homewood Brewing Company this past Saturday. The building is beautiful, and I liked that…read morethere is both street parking and a parking lot in the back. I originally came for brunch, but my date arrived late and brunch ended at 3:00 p.m., so we had to wait for dinner service to start at 4:00 p.m. I ordered the shrimp and grits. The presentation was nice, served in a large bowl, and the sauce was delicious. However, the portion felt small for the size of the bowl--only four shrimp and not nearly enough grits. My date ordered the same dish and felt the same way. The biggest disappointment was that the food arrived only room temperature. It seems like more and more restaurants are serving food that isn't hot, and that's frustrating. My date also ordered a bacon cheeseburger and fries. The burger came out without the fries, although they were brought out later. Overall, the experience was okay. The atmosphere and building are great, but the food temperature and portion size, left me underwhelmed. I might come back one day to try the brunch menu, but based on this visit, it's probably not a place I'd rush back to.

It's no exaggeration when I say that my dining experience at Maple Tree Inn was one of the best…read morerestaurant experiences I've ever had! My niece and I couldn't believe this was our first visit, especially after hearing so many great things. This place is incredibly popular, so I definitely recommend making reservations. After checking in, we waited less than five minutes and struck up a fun conversation with two lovely ladies who were also first-timers. It was the perfect start to the evening. The atmosphere is warm, lively, and inviting, with Mardi Gras beads and colorful carnival masks throughout the restaurant that give it so much character. Our server was fantastic. Unfortunately, I didn't catch his name, but he was friendly, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable about the menu. His recommendations made choosing from so many tempting options much easier. Now let's talk about the food... EVERYTHING was absolutely delicious! To kick things off, I ordered the Creole Voodoo Zombie, and my niece had the Hurricane. Both cocktails were fantastic and set the tone for an amazing meal. My niece is an excellent cook herself and has dietary restrictions, so dining out can often be disappointing. That's what made this experience even more special--she genuinely loved every bite. We started with the crab cake appetizer and the BBQ shrimp appetizer, and both were packed with incredible flavor. For my entrée, I ordered the blackened ribeye, swapping the broccolini for the collard greens (worth the $3 upcharge!). The steak was perfectly cooked, and those collard greens were phenomenal. My niece chose the blackened red snapper étouffée, and she couldn't stop raving about it. Even though we were completely full, we couldn't leave without dessert. We shared the Mississippi Mud Turtle Brownie topped with marshmallow fluff and the strawberry shortcake. Our server suggested pairing the brownie with a butterscotch liqueur, and I'm so glad I took his recommendation--it was the perfect finishing touch and complemented the dessert beautifully. We've been talking about this meal ever since we left...and that's probably the biggest compliment I can give. In fact, we were so impressed that we made reservations for next weekend before we even left--and we're bringing two friends with us! Perfect for: Date nights, celebrations, or anytime you want a memorable meal that's worth planning ahead for. Maple Tree Inn absolutely lived up to the hype. 10/10--highly recommend!

We stopped at Maple Tree Inn for a pre-concert dinner, and I found myself asking: why did I wait so…read morelong to come back? My last visit was when they were still on Old Western Ave in Blue Island--way overdue for a return. Let's start with the food--absolutely delicious. The three of us kicked things off with the Cast Iron Cornbread, and trust me, don't skip it. Perfectly done and a great start to the meal. For mains, we went with the Pitmaster's N'awlins Gumbo, Hickory Buttered BBQ Shrimp, and Burnt Ends. Every dish was spot on--flavorful, well-executed, and clearly made with care. The restaurant itself is pristine--clean, polished, and classy without feeling stuffy. Service was just as strong. Our server, Nick, was attentive, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. Safe to say, it will NOT be another 30 years before my next visit. Highly recommend.

Service was professional and courteous. Food was prepared timely. I ordered lightly breaded shrimp…read moreand perch. I've always liked shrimp from Lawrence's, but the last two times I found the shrimp bland, as was the perch. Not sure what is different, if anything. But I have to admit, I will probably not try a third time. I like the location and prices are reasonable, but quality in taste was lacking. I'm disappointed to say.

They have the fried fish in the area. Their fish chubs are the best. They is nothing bad served in…read moreany of their stores. I have been going here since my high school days down on Canal st. They have several locations now and they are all the same. EXCELLENT. Prices are right, service is fabulous, some of the stores were just remodeled. Pricing is fair. You get what you pay for.

I wish I could give zero stars, and it's because of the cashier. I have personally witnessed her…read morebeing rude to customers on multiple occasions. Management needs to address this before it drives more customers away. I'm also tired of repeatedly asking for all mild sauces, only to receive a mix of hot and mild, followed by an argument with the cashier when I point it out. Then, after that experience, I'm asked to leave a tip. I order from Captain Hooks regularly and spend a good amount of money there, but this experience has become too frustrating. I'll be taking my business elsewhere. If you order from here, be sure to check your order before you leave. The requested sauces are often not included correctly. Captain Hooks, do better.

Let's go with the pros first: the delivery was super fast, the food was still hot when it arrived…read moreand they fried in clean grease. The Cons: I ordered catfish and they gave me swai, I'm extremely tired of restaurants doing this. Lying to customers and cutting corners, ppl like myself who love catfish know the difference, PLEASE stop this. I shouldn't have to order catfish steaks to get real catfish. The piece that I did eat wasn't seasoned outside of the lemon pepper sprinkle. The onion rings were absolutely tasteless, just unidentifiable mush inside. I hate wasting food but this went to the trash, very disappointing.

The food and service was great. The staff was courteous and stayed on top of table service. The…read moreatmosphere was very nice as well.

Excellent service! Food is very good. The salmon al carbon is very tasty with layers of flavor. The…read moreprices are reasonable and drinks were very good as well. Highly recommend.

I was looking for a restaurant that was open for Memorial Day aka my moms birthday. From the moment…read moreI walked in I was created by such a lovely host. I forgot her name but won't forget her smile and inviting introduction. We sat on the patio, ordered a few apps, (Spinach Artichoke Dip, Hot Honey Wings and Bang Bang Shrimp.) All delicious! We also ordered the 7 layer Carrot Cake (Phenomenal) our server went above and beyond. The guests in the patio also joined in to wish my mom a Happy Birthday. If you want great food, drinks, and friendly atmosphere, stop on by!

Store was very clean Found what I was looking for employees…read morewas very helpful i will be coming back to this spot.. i usually don't shop here