I dined at Smoke Daddy during restaurant and was satisfied with their options especially for the…read moreprice point. For Restaurant Week 2026, you were met with a drink (beer, N/A, or bourbon), one starter 'snack', entree and dessert for $48. In comparison to other participating restaurants this was a steal. I visited without a reservation on Wednesday evening, and there was ample seating. My friends and I enjoyed a sample of foods from the #CRW menu. For the 'snacks' we got the brisket devil eggs, the brisket loaded fries, as well as the chicken wings. All were very tasty however, the loaded fries were the star. Now here is where things got good. For our entree we had the 'Little City Eats' which was brisket, 1/2 rack ribs, chicken legs AND TWO sides (which I got the mac n cheese and the baked beans.) All the food was tasty and for the tasting menu, I was impressed with how much food we were provided. To go containers are needed. For dessert we got the banana pudding, we were scraping the bottom of the jar. Sweet but not overbearing and layered with wafers, and whip cream! Overall the food, was tasty, and the service was attentive and knowledgeable.

Brunch at Smoke Daddy was absolutely amazing! The food was delicious, the brunch vibes were on…read morepoint, and the bottomless drinks were chef's kiss. Huge shoutout to Ivan, our server -- he was phenomenal. Super attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. He kept the drinks flowing, checked in at all the right times, and genuinely made us feel taken care of. If you're looking for a great brunch spot in Chicago with incredible service and drinks that don't disappoint, this is it. We'll definitely be back!

You can't mess up a grilled cheese. This place uses very soft and thick bread that soaks up butter…read morefor a crispy outside but soft inside. I got "The Mac" mac & cheese grilled cheese and fries. It didn't feel heavy/greasy which I appreciated. It's a very creative food truck and would recommend trying it if you see it. I got my order within 5 minutes of ordering.

Had the opportunity to try Cheesies!…read more They had a food truck up at an event I was at and my boyfriend's brother recommended I try the Tenderizer! In between two pieces of Texas toast there was cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, bacon crumbles, fried chicken tenders, drizzled with sweet baby rays sauce, ranch, and hot sauce. Each bite had so much delicious flavors going on! It was impossible not to love! What a comforting sandwich! Next time I would love to try the Mac and cheese grilled cheese!

food was SO good. we got the wings, the shrimp banh mi, the steamed dumplings, and some of the…read moretacos. I would reccomend everything. Will definitely be back.

4.5 stars in reality…read more Tried the vegan/vegetarian mushroom japchae. The portion size was gigantic, but the japchae itself consisted mostly of vegetables (carrots, onions, bokchoy, and of course mushrooms) so it was easy enough to finish the portion in one sitting. Despite its size, the dish was extremely light and flavourful and I had enough room for cheesecake at a neighbouring establishment. My friend ordered the pork bento box, and though I don't eat meat, the arrangement and plating of the food was a beautiful visual spectacle. We shared the spiced fries that came with a creamy aioli dip - the fries were perfectly spiced but perhaps not unique to this restaurant in terms of quality and flavour. There were many dishes on the menu that looked like they were veganizable, so I will definitely try them when I return. The ambience was unremarkable, though the restaurant was very clean. You need to order at the counter and the food is brought to your table. The servers were very polite. The food is on the pricier end in the context of a somewhat characterless ambience and the fact that you need to order at the counter. My friend and I travelled for nearly an hour to get to this restaurant, and were quite pleased on the whole. We will definitely be back, and I look forward to trying more vegan/vegetarian options!

Oh. My. God. This was the best blt I've ever had in my life. I didn't know that a blt needed…read moretruffle until now. Best part? The also have a vegetarian option. We got the dill potato salad (yum) and the spicy sesame fries (double yum) on the side. We went during an off time so it wasn't too busy. They also have alcoholic beverages and slushie cocktails do not a bad place to grab a drink and a sandwich before hitting the town.

The turkey sandwich had good flavor and great texture. The meat itself was a little dry. The envy…read moreof our table was the grilled cheese.

Great food and drinks before a cubs game. We sat at the bar and took advantage of the $12 nacho…read moredeal - this was huge! Great amount of toppings too. I had a refreshing spicy margarita with a mezcal floater. We also split the Crunchwrap supreme with birria beef - this is a brilliant dish but would have liked if it came with salsa or sauce to dip it in. Service was so quick - food came out right away.

Terrible food and drinks. We had several drinks that we were unable to drink. Nachos basic with…read moresalty queso. Staff behind the bar was okay, woman did the best with interaction.

This bright purpleish-pink food truck has gotten my attention for several years. It sits quietly in…read moredowntown Chicago on Monroe and Clark street. I finally decided to give them a try on 8/8/25. Tried a steak taco and a pork taco. They didn't take long to give me my food. OMG-Delicious tacos! I was surprised - I thought the steak taco would be the most flavorful but it was the pork that had the most amazing flavor. I have been back a second time since and will continue to return. These are some of the best tacos I have ever had! Try them, you won't be disappointed. This place is a 5-star rating but I removed one star because they don't have the prices on their menu outside of their truck. I had to keep asking how much each thing was. That is a simple fix and would ask that be changed so customers know how much each item you sell is. Thanks Tacos Delicia, yummy food!

I work a block from this food truck and decided to hit it up today. I ordered the Al pastor tacos…read moreand they were off the charts good. My favorite taco is the Al pastor and this was some of the best.

Had the best time at Tuco and Blondie! The inside is huge with multiple seating areas, large bar,…read moreand great outdoor patio. I loved the fun decor and neon lights to reinforce branding. They offer happy hour M-F from 3-5pm and have $6 margaritas, $6 draft beers, & $6 mini tacos. Our group started out with a round of frozen and on-the-rocks classic margaritas. The taste was a bit tart for me but everyone else enjoyed it! For my second drink, I got the Mezcal Margarita which was perfectly balanced as smokey and refreshing. For food, we started with the Chile Con Queso & Elotes. Both were absolutely delicious and easy to share. For mains, most got the BYO Taco Platter where you get to mix and match 3 tacos from the menu. Our server, Gisele, said her favorite taco was the Baja Fish but the Crispy Cauliflower was underrated. For entrees, she recommended the Crispy Chicken Torta or The Molcajete. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals! Everything tasted fresh, made to order, and great flavor! I would certainly come back to enjoy more!

Tuco and Blondie's is super cute and has a large patio which would be nice on summer days! They…read morehave a bottomless brunch option where you can choose from margarita, a bloody mary, a spritz, or mimosas for $35 for 2 hours. The marg was not good but the spritz and mimosas were fine. We also shared a guac for the table which was yummy. My only complaint is that with 30 minutes left on our package, we put in an order for mimosas twice. No one came to bring them, we couldn't find our waiter, and now we are past our 2 hour limit but we've put our order in twice before the time was up! It was odd, and we couldn't find our waiter so we had to ask someone else. It wasn't a super busy time of day so not sure what happened but not a big deal. I'd still come back for sure! The breakfast tacos looked very yummy.

I vibed with the vision at Los 3 Panchos. Great variety on their menu, outstanding prices, and…read moreballer food. Tried the chicken fajita burrito and was stuffed with the junior size. Added some chips and salsa too. Their salsa was so fresh and accompanied the meal well. Friendly staff and a few seating options. We took our order to go. Would love to come back if I'm in the neighborhood again!

We got some take out while watching the Bills game at Delilah's. We ordered chips and guacamole and…read moresalsa. The portions were huge and delicious. The guacamole was fresh and the salsa has the perfect amount of heat and flavor. The chips were fresh and crunchy. Food was ready quick and the prices were reasonable.

This fabulous Arepa Bar, located just down the street from the Art Institute of Chicago, was a…read moregreat place for a quick lunch before heading to the museum. We both had Pabellon Arepas, which were quite delicious and very filling. There were lots of patrons, primarily local office workers and take-away orders, which is always a good sign, but nonetheless only a short wait for our food. Highly recommended.

For arepas, I do think the menu is a tad overpriced, but at least mine was packed with tons of…read moreshredded beef. Though I have to highlight their lunch special and their Wednesday special, both are major deals in comparison to dinner. My food was fine, however I don't see myself returning in the future. My beef I think was cooked longer than needed and was lacking in favor.