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    Neat Kitchen + Bar

    4.2 (479 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
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    Good for groups

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    Whiskey BBQ burger ($16) with sweet potato fries ($2.50 adder).
    Howard L.

    I really like Neat Kitchen & Bar, and that's why I returned again to catch up with another party of 3 just about a month after our first visit. It was a Monday, and wow, this place was packed and hoppin' and it's a deservedly popular place indeed. Being somewhat creatures of habit, we got the same two delicious appetizers as last time - the mussels ($17) and the crispy chicken bao buns ($14). The sauce with the mussels is so good and addictive. I had their Neat burger ($17) this time with fries and it was tip-top delicious. My two pals and colleagues both had their whiskey BBQ burger, one with regular fries and the other with sweet potato fries. I also had a couple dark beers for a change from one of my favorite Chicago breweries and they were delicious: - Maplewood Fat Pug oatmeal milk stout (5.9% ABV), $9 - Maplewood Brownie Points Nitro brown ale (5.7% ABV), $8 Brooke B was our young lady server and she did a fine job on a busy night. On our arrival and check-in, the hands-on guy at the front desk happened to be Matt the owner. He's a friendly guy with a good memory and he runs a mighty fine brewpub. I look forward to revisiting again sometime.

    Cosmo and G&T
    Miranda L.

    DRINK REVIEW ONLY Stopped by Neat Kitchen + Bar for Happy Hour. Well Spirits, Draft Beer, and Wine are all $5. Additionally, classic cocktails are $7-$8. We were also told that on Friday's, HH includes $5 off appetizers. Justin was our bartender and he was AMAZING! Very friendly, created great balance in drinks ordered, and nicely made conversation with us. We started by ordering a gin and tonic as well as a cosmo. The cosmo was not overly based with cranberry juice which was a pleasant surprise. I followed up with a Lavender 75 drink with vodka instead of gin. The drink had a good balance of bubbles from the champagne, subtle lavender, and lemon. Our last drink was the Apricot Sour. While it was whiskey forward, I loved the froth, nice fruity apricot taste, and fruity garnish at the end. Our drinks all around were amazing and I will certainly be back next time to try some food!

    Bao buns and Martinis

    Fell off. Pick up no bbq for my short rib grilled cheese, side of slaw tiny container. If Matt still was around (god rest his soul) this would never happen. It's a shame what has happened with neat

    Prosciutto Mozzarella Sliders
    Alison C.

    First time going to Neat Kitchen, and it won't be my last! I went with my dad for lunch, and they had a few great lunch specials going on, however we both opted to get something else. I ended up with the prosciutto and mozzarella sliders. They were simple yet flavorful, and the roasted garlic aioli paired very well with them. My dad got the mussels which come with chorizo, harissa, and Chardonnay sauce. Those were excellent, some of the better mussels I've tried. They have plenty of salads if you're looking for something lighter, and also several vegetarian options. Service was great, and the bar looked very nice with countless options of whiskey.

    Paloma with a dried blood orange
    Pearl M.

    Came here based on a friend's recommendation, and sorry to say, we were all underwhelmed. Two of us had the restaurant week special, Caesar salad, short ribs with mashed potatoes, and crème brûlée. My husband ordered the blackened ribeye, and our other friend ordered a burger. We all shared a loaded poutine as a starter. Everything was mediocre. The ribeye was very undercooked, my husband had asked for medium rare, and it was very rare. I love my steaks on the rarer side, and this was even undercooked for me. The quality of the steak was also not great, many pieces were hard to chew and full of gristle. The seasoning on the steak was good though, unfortunately, it didn't make up for the poor quality of the meat. The poutine was bland, the fries not great. The short rib entree was also bland and very forgettable. The texture of the beef was very tender, but the actual flavor was nothing special. My friend said her burger was good, but nothing she'd come back for. She didn't love her pear cocktail, she said it tasted too artificial. I had a Paloma that was good. It seems they make drinks and put a piece of dried fruit on it, so it looks great, but doesn't necessarily taste great. The crème brûlée was yummy, that was the best part of the meal. Overall, the ambiance was nice, lots of families with little kids, friendly staff, and clean space. But the actual food was overpriced for what it was, and the drinks were hit or miss.

    Black n' Blue Burger
    Melissa Q.

    I've been here another time, but tonight came on a Friday night and it's super loud and busy. They got us in quite quick despite how busy it was. I was disappointed to give a 3 because I remember the food being better. I got the Texican burger. The chicharrón didn't add much to the burger. It was good, but I've had much better burgers elsewhere. My boyfriend had the black and blue burger and the bacon was way overcooked and the blue cheese flavoring was overwhelming, he didn't even finish it. The pop he got was in a small cup and had so much ice it quickly became watered down. Not worth the price for the quality

    Carm A.

    Great food & drinks. They were so nice to seat all of our Jeep people. Service was still fast & good. The place is lovely! Very pretty. Lots of seating.

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    The servers at the bar were friendly and welcoming. Food was fresh and tasty we had a burger and short rib dinner

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    5 months ago

    Half price on wine during Happy Hour! Friendly Bartenders and Great Service. Comfortable and enjoyable setting.

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    11 months ago

    The food was delicious, the drinks were perfect, the service was incredible. Truly a great experience all around.

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    6 months ago

    Overall, very good experience very fast, good burger, good spacious table, seating and a good environment

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    Food was good and service was amazing! Sat at the bar. Provided great drink recommendations.

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    Neat kitchen has the most fresh affordable food and drinks. And the most amazing owner. We will miss you Matt...

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    9 months ago

    Long time customer, place has had its ups and slight downs over the years but it's always has some interesting things on the menu.

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    1 year ago

    Great food and service. It has been tastefully remodeled also. I would recommend this place.

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    1.8 mi
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    I took V to Entourage to celebrate his birthday, and it turned out to be a fantastic evening from…read morestart to finish. We arrived on a Friday night just before 9:00 PM and had no trouble finding street parking--always a win. We were greeted by our waitress, Jennifer, who was absolutely amazing. She let us know about their late-night perk: half-price small plates and select drinks on Fridays and Saturdays from 9 PM until close, which is such a great incentive for heading out later in the evening. Jennifer was attentive without being intrusive--our water glasses were always full, she checked in after every course, and her recommendations for both food and drinks were spot-on. We started with a Mad Rose for V and a Chameleon for me. Both cocktails were delicious, and after finishing his Mad Rose, V definitely felt the celebratory spirit kicking in. For appetizers, we shared the Vietnamese Summer Rolls and Sweet Chili Calamari. The summer rolls were light, fresh, and nicely accented with mint. The calamari was sweet with a surprisingly spicy finish--delicious, though the heat was just a bit much for V. I'd happily order both again. For my main course, I had the Wagyu Beef Stroganoff, and wow--hands down the best stroganoff I've ever had. The beef was incredibly tender, and the sauce was perfectly balanced with the noodles. It even paired beautifully with my Chameleon, with subtle lemon notes that complemented each other surprisingly well. V ordered the Tomahawk Pork Chop, cooked medium well and absolutely perfect. He loved every bite. It came with a risotto that he enjoyed, even if it wasn't the standout of the dish. Dessert sealed the deal. We finished with Sandy's White Wine Cake--which reminded me of a carrot cake in the best way--and the Banana Cream Pie, which was easily the best banana cream pie I've ever had. Truly a WOW moment. Between the excellent food, thoughtful service, and great late-night specials, Entourage made V's birthday celebration one to remember. We'll definitely be back. Sorry, I wish I had pics but I left my phone behind today.

    Tonight, the family wanted to try somewhere we do t frequent much... Downtown Downers Grove.! Wow…read morehas this place changed since I had been here years ago. Tons of restaurants, tons of nightlife, ice cream shops, etc! We tried Entourage. We were sat outside and it was beautiful. Nice weather, prompt service, and good food. We were sat immediately and drinks were ordered right away. Our server had great communication and attentiveness. Unfortunately, I don't remember the names of the drinks but they both were good. One was a raspberry drink special, and mine was like a smoked old fashion. Both were fantastic. For dinner we ordered calamari and deviled eggs. The devil eggs were good but the bacon and maple syrup overpowered the egg flavor. They were still tasty. The calamari... omg! This calamari has a different twist and it is some of the most phenomenal calamari I have ever had. The reading is crispy but not over cooked. The sauce is not generic marinara sauce. It's a basil oil with chili sauce mixed. Wow!!!! You gotta try it. For dinner, we ordered a side of Brussels sprouts. And Long Island strip wagyu and stone axe wagyu. 2 of us ordered medium rare and my wife selected medium. All three were slightly overcooked. My wife wanted to send hers back and they absolutely did everything to make it right. And they were also fast at doing so. The Brussels spouts were very good. Crispy, bacon, mmmmm. Overall, the food was excellent. The service was great. If you are in the downers Grove, Entourage is definitely worth trying!

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    It was my first time there and the place looks just like in the photos! It had a very cute and…read morecolorful vibe. The hostess was super nice and friendly. We had a reservation and were seated right away. Our server was super attentive. I ordered the cucumber margarita which I thought was a 10/10. Very refreshing and you could definitely taste the alcohol. I then tried the mango one which was also good but the cucumber one was better. I was bummed to not see cochinita pibil on their menu as I could've sworn I had seen it on another Yelp review. I ended up ordering two tinga tacos with rice and beans. The tacos were good but the rice and beans were just meh. The rice was bland and the beans tasted like frito lay bean dip. Their chips were freshly made which make them taste that much better. Their guacamole and salsa were both super yummy! I recommend both! The ambiance was there especially once the dj showed up and started playing all the jams. I look forward to going back and possibly try something different from their menu. Overall, I recommend trying this place out!

    We've been here a couple times with some family for the taco Tuesday specials. I believe the prices…read moreof tacos vary from $3-$5 depending on the meat. The buffalo chicken is our favorite, great flavor. We saw the chicken wings which looked like fire, but haven't tried them yet. We like the decor, great vibrance. Service has been quick and friendly, would recommend on Tuesdays and during happy hour.

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