I don't write reviews often, but Sophia absolutely deserves one. From the moment we walked in, it was clear this place is being led by someone special. Sophia is the kind of manager you rarely come across -- young, approachable, and genuinely passionate about what she does, yet carrying herself with the quiet confidence of someone who's been doing this for decades. We grabbed seats at the bar and were lucky enough to try her newest cocktail creation, the Greek Dirty Martini, and wow -- it is a showstopper. A brilliant, creative twist on a classic that somehow feels both bold and perfectly balanced. It's already my new go-to, and honestly reason enough to come back. But what really sets Sophia apart is how she makes every guest feel seen. She came over to us at the bar, asked about our experience, and actually listened. No script, no rush -- just genuine care. You can feel her energy ripple through the entire staff too; the team is warm, attentive, and clearly inspired by her example. Sophia is the real deal. Remember her name -- because she's going places. This spot is lucky to have her, and we'll absolutely be back. read more

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Fresh flavors with a modern touch!!!! I visited Modern Plate recently and had a very pleasant experience. The food felt fresh and thoughtfully prepared, with a nice balance of flavors. Portions were satisfying, and the presentation made the dishes look as good as they tasted. The restaurant has a clean, contemporary atmosphere that's comfortable for both casual meals and quick stops. Service was friendly and efficient, even during a busy period. Overall, Modern Plate is a solid choice for a flavorful and well-made meal. A bit more menu variety would make it even better, but I'd gladly return. read more

A nice, swanky place in downtown Elmhurst. Pretty indeed, inside, but you don't need a tux. the atmosphere was casual, not toffee-nosed Fine, attentive service, and a varied American Menu. At the top, a REALLY yum OldFashioned! For starters, Beef Barley Soup wot tasted fresh-made, good and hearty. Entreé? Steak Frites with Broccolini and Truffle Fries, all top-notch. Cooked to perfect rare. Another of our party had the ribeye and reported it was excellent, and another fellow had a burger, which he thoroughly enjoyed. Nice to go to an upscale place and not have the troubles of going to the Loop. Great for a "Lad's night" but also somewhere I'd take my Wife on "Date Night" read more

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Had other lunch plans that fell through. It must of been a sign. I frequent downtown elmhurst...so a family member and I landed here. The hostess was so pleasant when she greeted us and our waitress was so pleasant, attentive and sweet. I hate myself for not remembering their names. But I judge an establishment immediately off how I am treated. Very clean place, a nice setup and it appears the ambiance looks even better at night. We ordered the calamari as an app ( so delicious) I ordered the cod with potatoes and broccolini...simple yet tasty. My niece had the steak frites with the Brussels sprouts...we enjoyed everything! I cannot forget...the manager greeted us as well. I will return...the service was great from beginning to end! read more

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Spacious place and nice set up. Would imagine it's great for large groups. Came on a Wednesday so it was pretty empty. Took a while to get our drinks, but appetizer came out promptly. Lemon drop martini was underwhelming and surprised it came without a sugar rim, but enjoyed the blood orange gin fizz. Food was good and nice portion sizes. Lots to choose from on the menu and I enjoyed the truffle fries. There is an extra 3% charge if you pay with a credit card. We were there during happy hour and the drinks weren't discounted on our bill. Waitress was very quick to fix it, but it took a while after to pay our check and head out. Staff were very nice and approachable, and while I have no complaints about the food, I wouldn't say there was anything particularly special about it. read more

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I met a group of friends for lunch here, and we were very pleasantly surprised at the entire experience. The ambiance is very nice, leaning toward upscale with a refined chic that's inviting and comfortable. The service was knowledgeable, attentive and pleasant. Their seasonal cocktail, the pecan old fashioned, was TOO good - a big hit at our table. My shrimp ceasar salad was fresh and delicious. It came with a pile of parmesan, but that was easily pushed to the side and nice to have in case I wanted more. My friend loved Tuscan pannini sandwich and ate the whole thing after planning to eat only half. I was also shocked to see the huge event space they have behind the restaurant. I'm definitely checking out their calendar! read more

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This place had been on my list to try for some time. I made reservations for a Saturday night, and good thing I did as it gets pretty busy. Our sever was Jaime and he was excellent. He took the time to explain the menu and specials. They have a seasonal cocktail list with a ton of mocktails as well. Favorites among our group was the blackberry bourbon smash and Carmel appletini. Food was excellent! I had the chicken skewers and added shrimp to it and it was amazing. Very flavorful. My friend had the short rib risotto and I tried some and it was tasty. Get a dessert- super tasty. Parking is a little tight out front, but you can park in the Walgreens lot for up to 3 hours. Definitely a place to try in downtown Elmhurst. read more

We ate here for dinner a few weekends ago with friends, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. We were not lucky enough to get a table outside, but will try for that next time. Inside is very nice - but if it was crowded on a Saturday night - I could see it getting a little loud. For drinks - the table mostly got wine but I got the White Cosmo. Okay - I got two of them. They were delicious! For a starter - the table shared the Three Cheese Flat Bread. Sounds pretty simple, right? It was - but a really great starter. We all thoroughly enjoyed it. Great crust / cheese and large enough to share at the table. For entrees - I was between several dishes (b/c it's a great menu) but I got the grain bowl. I was made fun of at the table b/c of the simple choice. It was delicious and perfect for the evening. Both couples saved room for dessert - and ordered both the bread pudding and smore cookie sundae. Very large portions and neither couple finished it. It was a good cookie, but not the best one we've ever had. Overall - a great meal - with great food and drinks. Would highly recommend it . read more

I'm trying to expand my restaurant vocabulary, so I was driving not far from home going North on York Rd. Downtown Elmhurst and saw a new restaurant named Modern Plate, the decor was very chill so I went in. Service was very good, the server was nice and efficient, she knew her job well . They have an full bar and the Tequila selection is great with some high end Tequila's Well thought out drinks menu along with Wine list. The food was very good, cooked just right and came out hot! read more

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This is now my second time here while visiting my sister and once again, I left here super satiated and happy! Being a celiac, it's already hard to find fries that are in a dedicated fryer, but this place does not disappoint! Their sweet potato fries are probably the best I've ever had and they have a lot of GF options! We got some appetizers that included the fries, bacon, wrap, dates, and the chicken wings, all of which were delicious and fresh! Our server was very friendly and constantly checking up on us. I heard the risotto is amazing so I will definitely give that a try next time I'm back! read more

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Went here recently and I'm already a huge fan! I love places that commit to making everything in house, Modern Plate is no exception. They have mastered the art of eating with your eyes and making every bite so scrumptious! While it can get loud in the restaurant, it's a hustle bustle area so be ready for a busy evening. The staff is friendly, although a bit green, but they're very happy to learn and take care of you. I can't wait to come back! read more

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We went to this new-to-us restaurant yesterday on the way home from the city. It has a bar area, large nicely decorated indoor dining room and outside dining along the sidewalk. We chose to sit outside since it was beautiful weather. Our server was Emily, who was so sweet, very attentive and provided great service. My husband and I didn't have any cocktails - next time. We decided to share a couple items off the menu. We shared the Fig n' Awesome Burger - fig jam, caramelized onion, arugula, havarti cheese - it was friggin' amazing!! The restaurant was kind enough to split the burger and put it on two plates. We chose sweet potato fries as our side and they were the best I've ever had. They were thicker crinkle cut and had a real nice crisp on the outside but soft on the inside. We also shared Nonna's Meatball. There was a slight glitch as they had a huge catering order and had to make new meatballs from scratch so we had to wait a bit to get this appetizer. It gave us time to digest the decadent burger we just ate. When the manager Jason apologized for the delay, I mentioned to him at that time that I had to order Nonna's Meatball because I just became a Nonna and we were just coming back from meeting our granddaughter at Northwestern. Jason comp'd us this appetizer as a congratulations. What?! So very nice! Great customer service for the delay and the congrats. We'll definitely be back to dine at Modern Plate again. We loved it and there's so much more on the menu to explore. Thanks Jason, for giving this Nonna a free Nonna's Meatball! You're awesome! read more

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Had dinner here before a concert at Stage 119. Lots of great food and drink selections on the menu. Portions are large, Service is good and prices are reasonable. Pleasant decor. read more

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great place with a great menu! Servers were lovely and we enjoyed our meals. They have an outside eating area as well as a nice inside area. read more

Modern Plate - The fruit parfait and pancake were huge but delicious! - A pancake with ice cream and powdered sugar is served on a rectangular plate, alongside a fruit-topped crepe with berries and nuts. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Elmhurst, Illinois

Modern Plate is located downtown Elmhurst with modern restaurant and bar in the front and entertainment space in the back. There is plenty of street and garage parking out front or off the back entrance. I came for lunch during the week and while it was empty when we first got there, it quickly filled over time. The atmosphere was wonderful with tons of seats, cool bar, and modern patterns/textures. I came for a work lunch and all three of us enjoyed our experience! I got the Fig'n Awesome Burger... DELICIOUS! Perfect balance of sweet and savory as well as a great portion size. My coworkers got the slider trio (comes with three different slider types to sample) and a vegan burger. I got to try one of the sweet potato fries and they were perfectly crunchy. My only negative note was drinks weren't refilled unless asked for and some staff felt a bit flustered. Overall, this is a great spot in downtown Elmhurst! I made a note of their happy hour deal because I will certainly be back to try some of their cocktails and apps! read more

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Came for lunch, not too busy. Service was great and the food even better. Penne A La Vodka is an excellent choice. read more

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Came for lunch during the week and it seemed everyone working was driving in neutral. The greeting wasn't authentic, the waitress coming to the table took long, the check ins didn't happen, however a manager did come out to table touch and that was appreciated. It was a cute place downtown and parking was easy. The cauliflower wasn't very hot making me assume it was sitting for a while, and I did get a wedge salad that isn't pictured, but the lettuce was brown. read more

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They have BRUNCH!!!!! Breakfast panini was delicious and don't forget about the potatoes. Add a strawberry mimosa and perfect morning bliss read more

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I loved having lunch at Modern Plate! Given how empty it was on a Sunday I was a bit nervous the food wouldn't be good, but I was surprised. My friend who lives in the area declared, "this is my burger spot from now on." I had the grain bowl and was satisfied. Given the restaurant was empty we had no issues with service. read more

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Sat at the bar, had amazing service. The drinks were tasty and the atmosphere was strong!

Family ordered take out for the first time, 2 Protein Cobb salads. They were missing bacon and eggs? Main ingredients! They totally missed the mark. Very disappointed. read more

From the moment you walk in Modern Plate's decor is warm and chic, servers are friendly and knowledgeable on menu in case you cannot make a choice for yourself! Spirits are equally delightful and served by mixologists who know their craft! Happy Hour is celebrated M-F 3pm to 6pm with special food items, I recommend the Trio Sliders. read more

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Modern Plate was wonderful. We had great service and the food was fantastic too! All of our entrees were terrific and the jalapeño popper appetizer was especially good. As a bonus on Tuesday, it was 50% off bottles of wine which made it even better. Highly recommended! read more

Stopped in for breakfast as apparently they just started serving a few weeks ago. Was a little skeptical as there wasn't a bunch of people in the restaurant, but sure glad we tried it. Both dishes were fantastic and well priced. Will absolutely return and this might be our go-to breakfast spot in Elmhurst. Word of mouth is going to spread quickly. read more

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I came in on a Tuesday around 2pm a few months ago. It was slow (post lunch and pre dinner time) and I think there was only one server on the floor and a bartender. Even so, the service was very slow. I don't blame the server at all, but more of a manager mishap. I had the tuna tare tare wontons and Ceasar salad for lunch. They were both good but way too many sauces on the wonton it became a soppy mess of too many flavors to decide which one was appealing. Unfortunately the salad suffered the same soggy fate. Maybe if I tried something different the price would be worth it but I spent nearly 50 dollars so meh. Nice vibes though. read more

The spouse and I visited during restaurant week. It's a fancy-looking place with prices to match, though there are TV's in the bar area. It's the sort of place that puts short ribs, bacon, or prosciutto into dishes to elevate them, so while there are vegetarian options, you'll have to pick your way through the menu. Gluten-free items and vegetarian items are supposedly marked, but the "V" is applied haphazardly and it doesn't look like they bothered to apply it to the sides, so ask questions. The staff is open to making substitutions - apparently the "Vodka pasta" on the prix fixe menu was "Vodka pasta with chicken" (rather an important omission). I got the special prix fixe menu: pesto bruschetta; vodka pasta (with broccoli substituted); the spouse got the vegan burger and an order of the roasted cauliflower. Portions were generous and the food was really good. The cauliflower in jalapeno jam sauce could have used more browning but tasted fine; the vodka sauce married beautifully with the broccoli, surprisingly enough, and the broccoli was perfectly cooked. The pesto bruschetta was on a high quality bread with some toothiness to it; the burger might have been commercial (we couldn't tell). Overall, high quality food with the frou-frou touches you might expect: the burger and bruschetta both featured balsamic vinegar; the burger came with arugula; there is no salt/pepper/ketchup on the tables; the "key lime pie" is deconstructed and comes in a sundae glass. Attentive service and plenty of time to linger over your food. Dinner for two (restaurant week special plus a drink, app and main) ran $86 with tip. read more

We really enjoyed our experience here. The jalepeno poppers on the burger were amazing, as was the short rib grilled cheese and sweet potato fries. We also really enjoyed the pork belly and bacon wrapped date appetizers. We sat outside which was fantastic even with the construction work going on across the street. Phoenix was our server and she was great as well. All in all we were happy. We aren't in that area too often but if we are, we will definitely return. read more

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Food was amazing, server knew the menu well sadly they only had one scotch so if you are a scotch drinker it's one or none. Still worth it!

They have the best food! And their desserts are fantastic. We had the apple tart once and the banana bread pudding. That was to die for! They have great customer service and the Manager/owner is very friendly and accommodating to his Customers! read more

Always a great atmosphere when you enter! The service is consistently excellent, and the food never disappoints. I'm really enjoying the new menu--great additions that make each visit even better. read more

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First time guest ! Fun , clean great options for happy hour Amanda behind the bar was charming, sweet and very very nice ! Great with everyone ... loved her attitude We will be back to see her . read more

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Hey you guys........... Mouth (aka Chrissy) and Data (aka Amanda) were quite the entertainment and comedy act tonight while sitting and enjoying the Tomahawk Pork Chop at Modern Plate's bar. Like at a dinner theater tonight, I finished eating and then on with the show. Both Chrissy and Amanda gave a great interpretation of one of my favorite movies, "The Goonies." It is fun when people not only provide great service and food, but it is even better knowing they are able to enjoy and have fun doing what they do. Thanks for the entertainment and bringing a needed laugh and smile to my face. Honorable mention to Nate. read more

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The restaurant is romantic, modern, and roomy.. Service was fantastic. We went on their half price bottle day - great deal! $$ Husband and I enjoyed our entrees and appetizers. Price was reasonable! read more

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WOW. Last night at Modern Plate in Elmhurst was nothing short of unforgettable! It was my birthday and our first time dining there and let me just say, they blew us away. We started with three appetizers (yes, we went big), and each one was better than the last. Then came the mains: I had the short rib risotto, and it was pure, rich, melt-in-your-mouth perfection. My boyfriend ordered the Argentina Cod, and honestly, I kept sneaking bites it was THAT good. To top it all off, the staff surprised me with a free slice of their chocolate cake for my birthday and OH. MY. GOD. That cake is the stuff of dreams rich, decadent, and absolutely to die for. Every bite, every detail, every moment felt special. If you haven't been to Modern Plate yet, run don't walk. 10/10 would celebrate every birthday here again. read more

Hands-down, one of the best restaurants in Elmhurst! Between the amazing service, fantastic food and handcrafted cocktails you'll have a fantastic night beginning to end. The place is modern, comfortable, and welcoming. The Fig'n'Awesome burger is a sweet and savory lovers dream- fig jam, caramelized onions, and havarti cheese.. amazing. And if you're looking for something that you won't find anywhere else, the banana fosters bread pudding is IT. read more

Great location in downtown Elmhurst! The menu truly has something for everyone. Lighter fare and full entrees. Great variety. The pot roast risotto was out of this world. So was the Buccatini and burgers. Great kids menu. Wonderful service...and don't miss the Chocolate cake!! read more

I have been to modern plate many times for dinner a special weekend brunch dates. the service has always been s been great with friendly staff. the food is excellent with many options. I have attended a couple events at the adjacent venue and enjoyed each event. I highly recommend modern plate. read more

Food: we got the Barada appetizer and bacon wrap dates and spicy cauliflower. All were very good. We also got the tomahawk pork chop and the short rib risotto. Cooked perfectly. Service : we had a personable and attentive young server who engaged our table and helped with the ordering. Ambience : the restaurant itself is very beautifully, decorated open and comfortable. Bonus : what we didn't know was that there was an awesome music venue that was part of the price of the dinner and back. We watched a great cover band and had more drinks at the bar that was at the side of the stage. read more

The food here is outstanding. We had Ribs and a Roast Beef French dip with Au jus. The food was fresh - the side salads and sweet potato fries are fantastic. This new restaurant in downtown Elmhurst is worth a visit. The cocktails are creative, and. the service was fantastic - attentive and knowledgeable server. They are adding soundproofing to the roof to reduce the sound which is the only thing that can be improved. I highly recommend trying this establishment. read more

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Fun Place! Live music some evenings. Service was great. Direct access to performance venue through back door. Will be back