I read all the bad reviews before coming and... they were just hating, having a bad day, or have…read morenever eaten a burger before to be an objective judge! Because no way did we eat at the same place. WOW! It's only been a handful of times that I've had the urge to write a review while I'm still eating because of how amazing the experience is. The ambiance is bustling and will FOR SURE keep you awake as you fill your belly. And the burger? It's not just a burger, it's culinary art and a full on flavor experience. I was full well before my plate was empty, but I simply could not imagine reheating any part of it later. The egg was cooked to sunny-side perfection, and every bite was ridiculous. It's bar-style, so the fries came out first, hot and paired with a garlic aioli that absolutely did what it needed to do. Everyone moves with purpose. The food, the service, the atmosphere--this place is a well-oiled machine of greatness. 1000/10. Will absolutely be back.

Couldn't wait to try the famous burger that has been acclaimed to be the best burger in America…read morerecently by Bon Appetite and Food Network. We got super lucky and didn't have to wait to be seated without a reservation (which they do take reservations now by the way). We arrived around 12:30 on a Friday and sat at the bar. I will say, the service was excellent. The host and wait staff were very friendly, patient, and knowledgeable. They all seemed like that actually enjoyed being there which is always great. The restaurant is a diner, so the vibes were pretty casual with medium to loud music. The place is a bit on the smaller side and very busy. As for the star of the show, the burger, I'll be honest, I wasn't thrilled at first. I ordered lettuce and tomato, but I took it off because I felt that it took away from the flavor. What really changed the game for me was adding bacon to the burger. Bacon on this burger was a nonnegotiable, and definitely helps bring out all of the flavor. We also tried the chicken, which is pretty good. The wings tasted like an elevated Chicago chicken wing with mild sauce. The fries could be skipped on the other hand, they were quite starchy in texture and didn't have much flavor without the accompanied sauce. Overall, this was a great experience and I'll definitely come back for the single burger add bacon.

Food was not bad and the food itself was more like 3.5 but given the ambiance and location, it…read moredeserves a 4. We ordered Traditions and Breakfast Burrito. The breakfast potatoes were really good! I also like their toast - it's a bit gooey as compared to the dry and crispy ones. Nothing wrong with the egg, burrito, and bacon - they are all good but not distinguishably good. Will go back and try other items.

Dined here on 9/12/2026. I came to Americano for brunch with my two friends. We each got the…read morebreakfast sandwich and I got mine with sausage, egg and cheese, on a challah roll. The sandwich was good, although nothing to write home about. The breakfast potatoes were delish and I did enjoy my Aperol. Will come back for the outdoor seating and definitely try something else! Service was perfect and it wasn't too loud at all.

Was happy to meet a friend for dinner on 7/9/26. Once again, we had a great server named Jose who…read morewas very engaging. I had to get the fish again and we got the Parker House Rolls. Also got the Hot Honey and Pepperoni Pizza -everything was DIVINE!! The fries were addictive good! The manager came around again dressed dapper to ask us how everything was. Of course we told him AMAZING! This place exceeds my expectations once again. Can't wait for my third visit!

The service was wonderful. Our waiter was such a treat. The truffle fries are some of the best in…read morethe city. The ceviche was wonderful - very limey. The other food we ordered did not impress me. We ordered the hot honey pepperoni, the fried chicken starter, the burrata. Those were not my favorites - not bad just not special or stand out. The vibes are elevated corporate.

Yes, please. I would like a reservation for each day of the week. Creative menu with skill in the…read morekitchen. Be sure to call for reservations. Lots of energy in the dining are.

Third time coming to Girl & the Goat and just as wonderful as the other times. Very creative menu…read more(Roasted Pig Face, for example) with excellent chefs in the kitchen. Lots of energy in the dining area. Be sure to call for reservations - you won't be disappointed.

Had lunch today at Little Bad Wolf in Andersonville and ordered the Bad Burger -- and it was…read morephenomenal! Two juicy patties, American cheese, house-made pickles and red onion mayo. Nothing overly complicated -- just a really well-executed burger. Little Bad Wolf has the accolades to back it up. Time Out ranks its larger Wolf Burger #1 in Chicago, while The Infatuation actually prefers the Bad Burger, saying the simpler version allows the meat to shine. After eating it, I understand the hype.

Have you ever heard the story of the Little Bad Wolf... who huffed, and puffed, and blew my socks…read moreaway because of HOW DELICIOUS of an exerience it was? YUP FOLKS. The Little Bad Wolf isn't just a story... it's a phenom dot com restaurant that you NEED to visit! My family and I visited after a Saturday Cubs game and luckily, there were still a handful of tables available and we were promptly seated. The staff were super friendly and provided excellent service! Almost everyone at our table ordered the Wolf Burger after hearing my sister and her husband rave about it. When our orders came to the table, we were all PLEASANTLY surprised at how beautifully stacked and dressed our burgers were. A triple stack of patties, topped with cheese, bacon, a fried egg, crispy onions, and housemade pickles?! That's a recipe for delicious success right there! The Wolf Burger was indeed SCRUMPTIOUS! My goodness, I am still thinking about it two whole days later and how I can't wait to revisit this restaurant and try some more of their menu items. An honorable mention goes out to the delicious fries on the side!! They were the perfect cut, well-seasoned, and out-of-this-world. I HIGHLY recommend Little Bad Wolf to all folks looking for a delicious experience! The burger is sensational, the environment is impeccable, and this is a great spot if you're going on a date or out with friends.

We came here in September 2026 to celebrate the last night of our time in Chicago and could not…read morehave picked a better spot. The ambiance here was legit old-school Chicago. The lighting, the decor, everything. Waiting for our table, we sat at the bar and had the extreme pleasure of interacting with Al, our bartender. He was very welcoming and had plenty to say about the establishment as well as a little of the area's history. Moving to our table, we were tended to by Chuck, who also did great credit to this place. He was patient and helpful in guiding us through the menu. Everything sounded good, but we went with a couple of items he recommended. We started with oysters and a salad, each of which were delicious, cold, and satisfying. The cocktail sauce for the oysters was delicious, and we actually preferred that to the vinegar mix, which never happens. For our mains, we went with the crab cake and steak frites. These were spectacular dishes. The crab cake, we had been told, was made with the best meat of the crab, including the claws, and it was evident. The steak was juicy, tender, and perfectly cooked. We also had the mushroom casserole as a side. Think of an elevated green bean casserole, but with mushrooms. This was suggested by Chuck, and damn, if he wasn't right. Finally, we had to try their famous sticky date cake for dessert. This was also an excellent suggestion, and I highly recommend trying this if you have the belly space after the filling meals. This was one of the best dining experiences we have ever had, and it was worth every penny. Thank you, Trivoli Tavern, for an unforgettable meal.

The ambiance is awesome. I just love the whole vibe they have going on. Service was excellent as…read morewell. A couple people in our party were not very impressed with their pasta dishes. Both got the same which was vodka rigatoni. The general manager did take them off our bill but that was not our intention. The other dishes were great, as well as the appetizers. It's worth checking out again sampling some other entrèe next time. Note: This place is extremely popular and busy so reservations are highly encouraged if not mandatory. We got are three weeks in advance and they had limited time slots available even that far in advance.

Our visit to The Smith was really delicious! We found this place on Resy and it was close to our…read morehotel/ within walking distance. Super welcoming staff and I loved the vibe, super bright and open with really cool lighting and shelving behind the bar. The floor tile was really cool too, modern and comfortable. They had a great special going on for World Cup, a burger and glass of prosecco for $18! My kind of girl dinner :) burger came with fries and was super delicious. Cooked perfectly. We also had some burrata which wad delicious as well. We had a great time- check them out!

I had one of the best salads in recent memory during a business lunch at The Smith…read more I went to The Smith for the first time with a small group of colleagues on a beautiful summer day. We were seated near the open windows in a pleasant and airy space. While I don't normally order salads, the sugar snap chicken salad caught my eye. It had a terrific balance of flavors: a base of arugula nicely dressed with a lemon vinaigrette and tossed with sliced snap peas and fennel, well-seasoned grilled chicken, farro, and pistachios. The ingredients were all very fresh and complemented each other well. Colleagues ordered the chicken sandwich and were very happy with it. Portions all around were generous. This is a place for a pretty hearty lunch rather than light bites. Service was friendly, though a little slow, and one of my colleagues had to remind them of her drink order. Prices were on the high side but not unusual for the neighborhood, and the high quality and size of my salad made me feel like the price point wasn't completely outrageous.

I really enjoyed my visit. The ambiance was good. And the food along with the service was great…read more Please note that they specialize in small plates. So the prices you pay isn't designed to have piles of food hanging off the plate. It's not that type of establishment before you rate it negatively. You should know that beforehand. The Half Duck was to die for. And I don't even eat duck like that. I'd recommend & will certainly go back.

This was a very mixed experience, which surprised me given the overwhelmingly positive reviews that…read morebrought us here. To start, the hostess was rude. It took her a while to acknowledge me standing there, and when she finally asked how she could help, I mentioned I had a reservation and began giving my name. She cut me off with, 'Please wait, I'm very busy.' After another five minutes, she finally took my name and asked my family and me to step fully outside, saying someone would come get us. We were finally seated fifteen minutes later--only after watching another party of three walk in without a reservation and get seated immediately. The appetizers and entrees were good, and our waiter was attentive, even apologizing for the rough start at the host stand. Things seemed to be turning around until we tried to order dessert. Despite being more than forty minutes from closing, our waiter returned to tell us, 'The chef refuses to make any more desserts.' This was that rare restaurant visit where the food itself was solid, but we won't be back. The service made it abundantly clear that our presence was an inconvenience.

Since we were visiting Chicago to celebrate my girlfriend's birthday, I wanted to make sure that…read morethere was a wow factor wherever we went on her special day. In browsing through the pictures of Cindy's Rooftop, it looked like it hit that criteria spot-on. The pictures did not lie. When entering the restaurant, the views of Lake Michigan through floor to ceiling windows were amazing and it was nice to enjoy the bright natural light from the glass roof. Once seated, I told our server, Gerardo that it was her birthday and he immediately got her a glass of bubbly on him! He was positive and easy to talk to. This was quite the contrast with the service at Bar Mar for dinner the night before where the server made no attempt to make the night special. We ordered the Blueberry French Toast and the Chilaquiles. The french toast was superb, being thick, fluffy and sweet. The Chilaquiles were pretty average...what I'd expect at a cheap Mexican joint so at $25, it was quite pricey but I will say the over-medium eggs were cooked perfectly. Throughout brunch, Gerardo checked on us frequently and when I asked for the check, he came back with a dessert and a candle as a final gesture to making my girlfriend's day special. I am so glad we came here because it truly was an experience, thanks to the great service, beautiful rooftop, and good food.

Cindy's Rooftop has beautiful views of the city. It's overlooking Millennium Park and The Bean…read more Perfect place to bring out of town visitors or if you just want to enjoy rooftop views. We definitely picked a beautiful fall day to come by. Came around 3pm on a Tuesday and they had a limited menu until 5pm. Ordered the cheese curds and arancini as appetizers. Both were tasty and the sauces were great. The smashburger and fries were really good too, and filling. Overall food was good but pricey. Guess you're paying for the downtown rooftop views with your food Our server was nice and attentive and my water glass was never empty.

First time to Crosby's Kitchen while on our first Chicago visit. Service and food were both…read moreexceptional....our server was Matti and he checked in at just the right times to make sure we were doing well. Ribs and sliders were on par and the deviled eggs set the stage for both. Definitely on our list when we return to Chicago.

Came by after the Cubs game for dinner. There was a wait, so be sure to make a reservation. We were…read moreserved by Kylie and she was amazing. Her smile radiates as she walks through the restaurant and serves her customers. Our food was outstanding and I especially