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    4.3 (512 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Stoney Island
    Maya H.

    We had an amazing time at Provare! Even though we arrived a few minutes late, they were very accommodating and seated us while the rest of our group arrived. The ambiance is a 10/10--beautiful space, especially the downstairs Privé section. The Stoney Island was a hit with our group (some even ordered seconds!). The calamari was slightly overcooked but still tasty. My boyfriend and I shared the steak frites (medium well), and it was cooked perfectly--I'd order it again. The DJ was also a 10/10 and really made the night. Highly recommend--we'll definitely be back!

    Brielle B.

    I visited Pravare with my best friend to celebrate our anniversary, and overall we had a great experience. We did arrive about 30 minutes late for our reservation, which meant we had to wait roughly an hour to be seated...totally fair. While waiting, we grabbed drinks at a nearby bar. Unfortunately, that delay meant we didn't get to check out the speakeasy this time, but it's definitely on the list for our next visit. Once seated, service started quickly. Our server, Narnica, was fantastic and guided us through the menu with great recommendations. Food Highlights: * Artichoke dip + garlic bread: Excellent. It already comes with shrimp and crawfish, and the flavor was rich and satisfying. * Salmon egg rolls: Texture was perfect...crispy and juicy...but flavor-wise they were just okay for us. * Trio pasta: Delicious overall. The pasta and sauce alone were good, but adding shrimp and crawfish really elevated the dish and made it memorable. Drinks: We received complimentary mango welcome shots (always appreciated!) and a celebratory sparkling rosé for our occasion, which was a really thoughtful touch. I ordered a cocktail similar to a sidecar that leaned sweeter, and it was excellent. THE STAR OF THE NIGHT: The butter cake dessert. Hands down one of the best desserts I've ever had! Warm, moist, decadent, and perfectly paired with ice cream. Honestly, I understand why it's the only dessert on the menu. Service: Outstanding. Staff checked in consistently, bussers cleared plates quickly, replaced dropped napkins immediately. We truly felt taken care of all evening. Things to Know: You must arrive within 5 minutes of your reservation text. There's a 90-minute table limit (though it didn't feel rushed). Definitely make a reservation. There was a long waitlist when we left. Be mindful of add ons: we kept the crab meat on a burger to go and later realized it added about $15 extra. The fries that came with the burgers were amazing...seasoned with Parmesan and full of flavor. Overall: Great ambiance, perfect for dressing up, celebrating, or a fun night out. The energy was lively, and we saw lots of guests heading into the speakeasy entrance throughout the night. I absolutely recommend Provare and will definitely be returning...especially for that butter cake.

    Seafood trio
    Delino S.

    Truly enjoyed our food, it was excellent, amazing , scrumptious, etc ! This is a must try if you're into seafood. My fav part was dipping the shrimp in the pasta sauce, Provare COOKED with this dish. The service was also amazing, we were well taken care of and we'll always appreciate and love that. Ambiance is nice too, I wish it was more spacious. It did feel like they squeezed table for twos in but it is what it is. I'll be back whenever I'm in town

    LSD and non-alcoholic spritzer
    Adria H.

    My sweetie brought me here last night for a pre-Valentines day date night. It was the first time eating here for both of us and my goodness- this food did NOT disappoint!!! We started off with crab cakes and the salmon egg rolls!! (My sweetie had the crab cakes I'm allergic) he said they were absolutely amazing. The avocado and pico topping set them off right. The salmon egg rolls almost took me out they were so good. They melt in your mouth! The flavor is amazing. (Don't tell anyone but I literally drooled on the table while eating them ) The main courses were the lamb chops and brussel sprouts for the mister, and I had the lemon pepper chicken Alfredo. The lamb chops were well prepared, tender, and delicious, the brussel sprouts were also well prepared and a nice balance between a soft bite and a little crisp. The lemon pepper Alfredo is very filling, but delicious! Flavorful and rich! To top it off we finished with the butter cake! Served warm with cold vanilla ice cream on top and drizzled with caramel- perfection! So so good! Unfortunately the speak easy area was full so we didn't get to enjoy the live music, but the dinner and service was amazing and we had a wonderful evening! Will definitely be back!

    Seafood trio
    Leah S.

    I had a chance to visit again and the second experience was as good as the first. On a busy Friday evening, my party received our food in less than 30 minutes, everything piping hot and delicious. My friends also tried the butter cake and it lived up to all expectations. This is really my go to every time I visit!

    Kris M.

    First time patronizing. First time in Chicago. Loved the food great music and vybez. Service was courteous as well. *Salmon Egg Rolls * 5/5 Salmon, herbs mozzarella but the chipotle aioli stole the show *Lobster Bisque Pasta* 5/5 Packed with Lobster, sun dried tomatoes and lobster bisque sauce with Fettuccine noodles. *Seafood Trio* 5/5 Shrimp, Lobster, Crab Meat (real crab meat) Fettuccine sauce mixed with their signature Cajun trio (which I got on the side but wasn't overly spicy)

    Jonquil B.

    This is another place that's been on my list and I'm so glad I finally came! They have absolutely great customer service and always checked on our table. I love their drinks; great variety and wasn't watered down. The appetizers were delicious; the server recommended some and they were all amazing. The main entrées were huge. One friend got the lamb chops and another pasta and they definitely have leftovers. I do like the low lights and the vibe of the bar/restaurant. It's all black but comforting and great for drinks, date night or meeting up with friends. I'll definitely be back especially for the drinks. Check out a black owned restaurant with great food.

    Tianna C.

    Provare was such a great experience! The ambiance was classy yet inviting, and the service was attentive and friendly throughout our visit. For appetizers, we started with the fried Brussels sprouts with house aioli. They were good, though not fried the way I was expecting. The real standout was the spinach dip with crawfish and shrimp--absolutely divine. Paired with the garlic bread, it was rich, flavorful, and hard to stop eating. For my entrée, I ordered the lobster bisque pasta and it was so delicious. It came with two lobster tails, and they definitely didn't skimp on the lobster mixed throughout the pasta. The portion size was amazing and worth every bite. I can't wait to come back the next time I'm in Chicago!

    Salmon egg roll...just okay
    Regena K.

    First I will give the ambiance and service 5 stars! Our server Ci Ci was attentive and knowledgeable. I have to say the menu is small and to the point. The food was good the pasta needed something to accompany it with so you have to purchase garlic bread as the pasta is rich! The welcome courtesy shot was nice. I didn't care for the salmon egg rolls very fishy they need a bold sauce. Otherwise it was okay it may be a while before I go again...try for yourself!

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    Tiff H.

    While visiting Chicago during an impromptu visit we decided to come here at this Black owned business to celebrate Hubby's birthday. We arrived and quickly found out that we needed to make reservations because this place was packed. We were able to snag two seats at the bar after waiting for a bit. The bartender was great with making sure all of our drinks were on point. He was super accommodating for our birthday plans. The lamb chops and creamy pasta were the star of the show. We were able to get a personal tour of the Speakeasy located downstairs by one of owners. Drinks were flowing and definitely a good vibe. Will definitely be back when in town along with checking out some of the other locations. Reservations are recommended.

    Charese M.

    Provare! Ok, where do I begin?!?!? Well, first, this place is a vibe! From lights to the bar and down to the exclusive VIP Lounge downstairs! I'll tell you about that in a few. I first went with some associates and we of course had to have a reservation. It gets busy quickly! Our waiter was not only knowledgeable but amazing at asking open ended questions around our palettes. I ordered the lobster pasta and added a lamb chop...whew!!! The seafood pasta and the lamb chop had me in a frenzy! They were packed with flavor and cooked to perfection! I'm no longer a huge fan of shrimp and the shrimp were cooked perfectly also. I ate th entire lamb chop and half the plate of pasta. I just couldn't stop eating! I sampled my friend girl's Salmon egg roles and those are a meal all by themselves!! Definitely order these!! Now, back to the exclusive lounge. If you have a Capital One card, use your app to book a reservation. The restaurant has a relationship with Capital One and the relationship gives access/entry to those cardholders with a reservation. It's live downstairs and reminds me of an underground speakeasy. I can't wait to hear about your Provare experience!

    Lamb chops
    Johnny R.

    Service was okay here, but the ambiance is not exactly what ld expect to be honest. For the food we had the following: Salmon egg rolls 3 of 5: I'd say this was ok tasting, and incredibly greasy because it's fish and a fried dish. By the end of the meal here you may regret this lol. For the seafood Trio 4 of 5: This is a comfort food, and if you want this don't order much else. It's heavy to finish, but the Cajun flavor is there and super buttery. Good if you like that flavor combo, but again limit yourself on how much you order here lol. Lamb chops 5 of 5: probably the most balanced and needed break with our meal. If you want this to ahead, but with the other dishes may have a bit less flavor in comparison to the butteriness of the other dishes. The corn it comes with is very buttery and a little light on that Cajun zing in comparison to the seafood Trio. Butter Cake 2 of 5: Don't get it after everything else. It's just to much butta! Or get it if it's never to much butta. Regardless, I wasn't a fan of this desert during my meal. Flavors didn't seem to mix for the overall complete meal. I'd say give this place a try once, but for me, it's a place lower on my revisit list. Not bad by any means if you get a few things.

    Adela M.

    Wow, what a treat. We were visiting family in Chicago and decided to treat ourselves to a night out. Initially we saw this place on social media and decided to make a reservation, highly recommended, and it did not disappoint. We were celebrating and the staff was on point, they were friendly, explained the menu to us, and made some awesome recommendations. The food is rich, perfect for a cheat day. It was lively inside, dark, sexy but very energetic. We had the spinach dip, the steak and frites. Everything was superb.

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    Ask the Community - Provare

    Are there vegan options?

    Not that I recall.

    Is this business kid friendly?

    Yes it is. But I would go earlier in the day or on Sunday with kids. Enjoy 😊

    I don't see anyone talking about the parking, I read it's street parking but it looks crowded near there. Please someone help how's the parking, we booked a reservation in September ? Thanks!!!

    We go to Provare frequently as we live one block away on Superior Street. It is PAID street parking IN FRONT of the restaurant on Chicago Ave., however, just a parallel block away on Superior St it is not paid parking. One can usually find parking… Read more

    Do they take walk ins or reservations only?

    They accept walk-ins, but reservations are highly desired...especially during peak hours.

    Hello, how do we make a reservation for the speak easy?

    Go on their website and select the cocktail lounge.

    How. To make reservation?

    I made reservations online by going to their website.

    What is appropriate attire for women?

    Honestly anything that isn't gym clothes. I have seen people dressed up like on a date and people in jeans and a shirt. I would check out the IG for examples.

    Does the $5 reservation fee go towards your meal?

    Yes, I went with a party of 3, $15.00 at the time of my reservation. When we were ready we pay, $10.00 was taken off. We spoke with our waitstaff and pointed out the discrepancy and the $15.00 was subtracted.… Read more

    Do they offer any gluten free breading or pasta options?

    I'm dining there tomorrow evening and just called and asked and was told they do not offer GF pasta

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    1.5 miLincoln Park, DePaul
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    Chicago Restaurant week. I reviewed various dining options in search of a good place for dinner…read more Reddit gave me some ideas. I'd never been to Willow Room and liked that they had a four course dinner menu, with items I liked. I was able to make a reservation for a Saturday night at 8:15pm. PARKING Parking on Halsted on a Saturday night can be a nightmare, and it did take a minute to find street parking. North of the 1800 block is busier because there are several restaurants within a two block radius. Side streets are permit parking after 6pm. Meters on Halsted are $2.50/hr. ATMOSPHERE Willow Room was pretty packed. We had a reservation for 8:15pm and my party of two was seated right away. The restaurant features a full bar, dim lighting and is nice and roomy. They have banquette seating around the perimeter, in addition to tables in the middle. SERVICE Our server, who was very nice and accommodating during our dining experience, came by and gave us our menu's. I had already decided on the RW menu and after review, my friend was interested in the Beef Wellington (not on RW menu). Our server informed us that normally the whole table had to order off of the RW menu if one person does, but said she would check with the kitchen since this was the last day of RW. Luckily, we were able to proceed with ordering from different menu's. FOOD I ordered a raspberry Cosmopolitan. I'm a Riesling/Moscato girlie, but I tasted the Riesling and didn't like it. RW dinner was priced at $60. I ordered: First Course: Caesar Salad (Typical salad, was good) Second Course: Mussels (Tasted fine, came with a baguette) Third Course: Short Rib (Could've been slightly more tender and better seasoned. I've definitely had better. Wouldn't order again.) Fourth Course: Orange Ricotta Donuts (Donuts were very good. Three were served, a few more would have been more filling.) My friend ordered a glass of Pinot Noir and: Truffle Fries (Fries were very tasty. I would order again if I went back.) Beef Wellington (The breading was buttery and very good. The beef could've been more seasoned. I wouldn't order.) Key Lime Pie (Was not sweet and had no taste. When our server came back and saw it was uneaten, she offered to take it off the bill. It should be removed from the menu altogether.) The busboys and server were very attentive. Our water glasses were always filled. OVERALL The atmosphere was nice, our server was great. Of all the food we ordered, I would order the truffle fries and Cosmopolitan again. I did leave full and did take my leftover Short Rib to go. Main dishes needed more seasoning. I would dine here again and try a different menu (brunch/lunch), or Happy Hour if they offer it.

    The Willow Room is in a great location and has plenty of indoor seating for large and small groups…read morealike. Service is always quick and friendly and the portion sizes here are perfect (not oversized or underwhelming). The drink menu is a little limited and expensive but you're paying for the nice atmosphere. There are a few seats outdoors but there isn't much of a view so it's actually preferable indoors here.

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