Lincoln Park has the best shops. We stopped into this shop and they have everything for host a good…read moreevent. They have lots of things to make a nice charcuterie board. Lots of frozen items even some cookie dough I saw. They have a whole kitchen in store and they were making food for what looked like a catering meal. They do sell a few of their fresh baked goods as well. One side of the store has candles and kitchen/dining things.

I've wandered into Kismet before, but this was the first time that I actually purchased something…read more WOW. The chocolate chip cookie is perfection - the perfect balance of chewy and crunchy. We also took home a slice (gigantic slice) of the fresh out of the oven focaccia with thyme and rosemary. This was amazing as well. A little piece warmed up with the garlic butter they gave me - chef's kiss. Kismet gives off cozy vibes. I would love to come back and snag some more of the prepared foods. Also, this is the perfect place to start your holiday shopping.

We can't thank Blue Plate enough for the incredibly big, important and impactful role they played…read moreon making our wedding so special. Blue Plate catered, staffed, and sourced tables, chairs, tablecloths, and more for our 340 person September wedding in Chicago. While our guests have been raving about the service and food, I have been raving about Leah Farrell, the sales rep we had been lucky enough to work with from the very beginning. Leah is professional, kind, intelligent, flexible and responsive. She was easy to work with and although there was a lot of moving pieces, she made the process enjoyable along the way too. Seriously, the food was so good. We had friends who joked it was the first time they went to a wedding and the entire table had completely clean plates after dinner.

Blue Plate Catering had various dinner options for purchase at this year's Dîner en Blanc. We…read moreordered the Chicken Provençal box ($82.84 for two) and it was delicious! The food was plentiful and fresh and included, besides the stuffed chicken breast, salad, vegetables, cheeses, duck rillettes, a demi baguette and three small desserts. Everything was carefully packed in containers in a cardboard box for easy portability. Highly recommended!

I love truffle flavor anything so had to try their truffle BLT and fries…read more The fries were ok, the truffle flavor came from the aioli that was drizzled on top. It was really creamy but I'm not a fan, got flavor fatigue after awhile. The truffle BLT had the same sauce slathered between two white bread. The bacon was too thick and chewy instead of thin and crispy like how I would have preferred. I don't know if any sandwich made with two white bread can go any farther than just being mid

Classic burger i got was soo delicious. very juicy and hearty!! my drink was hibiscuis and…read moresomething else, soo terribly tart hahah so not my cup of tea but when I went home and added more honey, it was way better. Cashier was super sweet!!

My sister-in-law got a board for a bachelorette party of 7 and it was wonderful. There was so much…read morefood and every item was delectable. And so beautifully arranged. My SIL is a multi repeat customer and has been happy every time.

Ordered a Halloween board... everything was perfect from the communication to the delivery.read more

Delicious food, gorgeous ambiance, and incredibly quick service…read more Tried the veggie burger, the sweet potato empanadas, and the key lime pie. The veggie burger was one of the best veggie burgers I have had this year. The patty was perfectly cooked and had a lovely consistency, the burger bun was not sweet (as is often the case at many restaurants), and the mango sauce slathered on the bun added an unexpected, zingy flavour. The sweet potato empanadas (three pieces) were also delicious. The key lime pie was the highlight of the meal. The crust was crisp and flakey and the key lime was zesty and not overly sweet. The portion was massive, and easily enough for three people. What I liked the most about the ambiance was the cohesiveness of the decor and a commitment to a soft, elegant coziness. The utensils had elegant Delft motifs and the chandeliers hanging from the ceiling were chic and understated. Service was quick and the waiter was efficient and polite. Highly recommend if you are in the Lincoln Park area, particularly for brunch.

Pick 2 lunch deal is amazing Super cute interior…read moreWant to come back for dinner Kale salad was one of the best I have ever had

What a cozy spot! My friend loves to work from here and I can see why! It's a lovely two story…read morebuilding surrounded by the best shopping, the first floor is the "grocer" part, where they have fast casual food service and to go options, plus beverages. I wish they were a little more clear/knowledgeable on their dietary restrictions and labeling as there was some confusion when I ordered, but for the most part I had a super pleasant experience and throughly enjoyed my vegan cupcake. I also ordered a hot carrot and ginger soup, which was nice, but not flavorful enough for me, so I grabbed some more salt and pepper packets. The entire second floor is indoor and outdoor seating that is super cozy, there bathrooms, the WiFi info, and a refillable water station. If you want a place to chill for a bit with guaranteed seating and plenty of food options, I recommend stopping by!

Me for 10 years: can I get Bacon Egg and Cheese on an everything Bagel…read more Goddess and Grocer: got it- for here or to go? Me today: can I get a Bacon Egg and Cheese on an everything bagel? Goddess and Grocer: we don't do custom sandwiches anymore. Nothing very "custom" about an extremely straight forward BEC. They did offer me lox on a bagel which you know:: is the same? So ridiculous. Stop the insanity - Bring a straight bacon egg and cheese back please!

Over 1400 reviews with a 4 star rating is crazy. They must be doing something right. Not exactly…read moresure what is though. We came around lunch time on Sunday. The place was half full and the staff was very friendly. You order at the counter, they give you a number and deliver the food to your table. My wife ordered their Skirt Steak taco and their Sweet & Spicy chicken taco. The skirt steak came with roasted tomato salsa, arugula, queso, lime and cilantro. I'm sorry but what the hell is arugula doing on a taco? The chicken taco came with honey yogurt, cucumber, jalapeño, onion and mint. I get it. Im all for reinventing traditional dishes and perhaps making them healthier but this ain't it. The steak wasn't seasoned right, the any flavor the chicken had was hiding behind the mint and the cucumber. I ordered their Fried Chicken Burrito. This was a little better, but it also had arugula. The "tres queso" was like melted cheese. I thought it was going to come with a more traditional queso sauce. The habanero hot sauce was non existent. Anything habanero should always pack some heat. I'm obsessed with habanero. And trust me, I tried hard looking for it, it was not there. No heat. IIt also came potato chips on the side. Nobody is craving potato chips with their damn burrito man. Some tortilla chips would have probably been better. I'll admit, I wasn't a big fan of their menu prior to coming in. Still decided to stop in, but don't believe I'll ever return. And I get it, I'm probably not the palate they're trying to please. I am not the person they are catering to. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing. But this just isn't it.

We come here or get take out at least weekly lol…read more My favorite is the pork carnitas taco and hard shell beef taco, then the chicken burrito. Guac and chips as well duh. They deserve a Michelin star at this point every single time we come with friends, family, ourselves or order it always tastes the same (delicious obvi). We have never seen them waiver in quality. We love and will always support you Antique Taco

Big Star was the site of one of our first dates, so when it came time to hire a caterer for our…read morewedding, the choice was clear. The food was superb, as anticipated, from passed apps to delicious tacos. Guests raved. Big Star also allowed us to supply our own alcohol but served it for us beautifully; ditto the flip to dessert (from Firecakes). I loved the smiles on all of the staff. Greg Pearson, our event lead, was fabulous. There was a bit of staff turn over right before the event, but once Greg stepped in it was smooth sailing.

From the owner: Big Star Catering & Events offers an array of catering services including off-site events with…read morestaffing and bar, drop off taco bars, on-site events and multiple food trucks that bring the party to you.

Overwhelming and enticing. I swore I was just going to walk…read morearound and look while my sister got something for dinner. But...then I got drawn in by the tiramisu. My most favorite sweet treat. I am sure there are some reasonably priced things here. But I paid $10 for the smallest (but very tasty) tiramisu. It was bustling and busy, constantly getting bumped in to by insanely huge double-wide strollers, roaming children, and people not looking where they're going. Everything looks and smells good, and if you have the time and fortitude for it, it could be worth it for you.

Expensive tourist trap. Stay away. The restaurants here are all over priced fast food served on…read moredisposable plates. Pizza is not made fresh but instead just sitting there waiting to be reheated. Paste is fresh, but for what you pay for, you might as well get something off the tourist area at a better sit down style. The store is kind of cool. Have a few wines, oil, paste, etc. they need more coffee stuff though. I feel like that was a miss on their part. No cool espresso stuff that Italy is known for. If the food here suppose to represent Italy, then I have no desire to visit for the food.

While visiting Roscoe Village we went out for lunch. We had several items and they were all very…read moregood. The side sampler was a lot of food. Portion sizes were generous. There are a couple of ways to order. There is a kiosk or a QR code to order and pay or if you are using the "InKind" app you will order from the counter. Once ordered there is table delivery. The counter staff was very helpful. There is a large comfortable indoor seating area and also outside seating both with views of the North Branch of the Chicago River. Tips I recommend the In Kind app and so does Soul & Smoke. If you're in a group share to experience the various offerings.

I discovered Soul & Smoke Avondale via Google after searching for good black-owned businesses to…read moresupport on Juneteenth. Soul & Smoke was one of six top black-owned spots to support. This women-led restaurant in Chicago is renowned for its mouthwatering barbecue, brisket, and soul food sides, making it the ideal spot for a meal on Juneteenth. Once I realized it was the closest to me and offered a plant-based option, I knew exactly where I wanted to order from. I ended up ordering the smokey joe sandwich (vegan sloppy joe sandwich), with a side of mac + cheese, and a sprecher soda. Whether I'm using Grubhub or Uber Eats, I love ordering online because it's so convenient. I also want to praise my delivery driver for arriving at a reasonable time with my order and meeting me right in front of my residence. Grateful to have had a smooth online ordering experience because the likelihood of me ordering online again is very high. As for my order, my first response after my first bite of the vegan sloppy joe was, "Mmm, that is good!" If you are a foodie like me, then you know what the next few minutes--or, better yet, seconds--consisted of. Yes, I pretty much devoured that vegan sloppy joe, leaving nothing behind but what was left on my fingertips. The last time I had a vegan sloppy Joe was a few years ago in celebration of my birthday, and trust me, it wasn't as good as this one at Soul & Smoke. It could easily be confused with real meat if you aren't aware that it is vegan. I saved the side order for last, which was that delicious-looking mac and cheese. Mmm... "Oh my God!" was my initial response after my first forkful, which was lightly seasoned with a delightful taste. I must say it was the perfect side for the vegan sloppy joe. After my last bites, I had the slightest grin on my face, and the only thing on my mind was that I will definitely have it again in the future. The sprecher soda - cherry cola was the perfect complement to my meal. Introduced to me by Soul & Smoke, I am so pleased with this award-winning craft soda from Milwaukee's oldest craft brewery that I will be on the lookout for it in the future. I would gladly order from Soul & Smoke Avondale again, whether online or whenever I am in the area. With that, I am happy to share my endorsement of it with you all here on Yelp. Ambiance: 4/5 | Service: 5/5 | Food: 5/5 ~ You Are Your Choices. ~ Thomas G