Cool casual spot with excellent barbecue. Pro tip: there's a quiet seating area off of the main…read moredining room. Not that it's particularly loud, but if you need a slightly chill area to sit just ask the host. Anyways I got the sliced brisket. I didn't need to use my knife...could cut through with a fork. It was tender and delicious. Next time I really want to try to Cesar melt. I'm hungry typing this

The food and service were not good. One bite into our dinner and we were stunned that people go…read morehere. It's that bad. Service was also not good. As others have touched on in their reviews, servers are inattentive and forget to bring ordered drinks. There are so many better restaurants in this beautiful neighborhood. I can't believe people give this place business. It is truly that bad.

My friends and I love coming to Crisp whenever we're in the mood for Korean style wings…read more What's great about crisp is that they offer the whole wings, which to me in the best deal if you have a large group. They offer take out as well, making a large order so easy to do. We ordered the 10 whole wings with the two most popular sauces. We also got the Seoul steak bowl and fried mushrooms. Portion sizes are huge and everything was tasty! Service was also super quick. Stop going to the Korean chicken chains and visit this awesome small business!

Fire. The Seoul sassy drumsticks were large and tasted better than other soy garlic wings I've had…read more They gave extra drums for the 5-piece order and it sounds like a thing they do judging from other reviews. I solo dined and had a casual food experience which was exactly what I wanted after playing tennis.

There are certain places that stay with you long after you've left. Output Lounge is one of those…read moreplaces. Before I tell you about this visit, I have to tell you about the first time I came here. Anyone who knows me knows how much I love wings. I've tried them all over the country, from California to New York, so whenever I hear about a place that's supposed to be special, I have to see for myself. About two years ago, a few friends and I were staying downtown for the weekend before an event. We were driving around trying to decide where to eat, and like most friend groups, nobody could agree. I looked over at my buddy, who had been telling me about Output Lounge ever since he first tried it, and said, "Why don't we just get wings?" As luck would have it, we were only five minutes away. That decision turned into one of the best wing experiences I've ever had. Ever since then, my friend and I had been trying to make it back. We even made the trip once but got there after the kitchen had already closed. That only made finally returning feel even more rewarding. This time, we planned it right. We drove into the city on a Sunday and were lucky enough to be seated right away. Looking around, almost every table had baskets of wings. I remembered waiting the first time I came, but honestly that only spoke to how popular this place is. The wings took about 15 to 20 minutes to come out, but I honestly didn't mind. It never felt like waiting because my buddy and I spent the time catching up and talking about our upcoming trip to Japan and Korea. Since neither of us gets here very often, we both ordered twenty wings. When they arrived, you could immediately tell they had just come out of the fryer. Steam was still rising, every wing was evenly coated in sauce, and they looked exactly how wings should. I ordered mild, lemon pepper, Jim Beam Honey BBQ, and spicy BBQ. Mild has always been my go-to because I think it tells you everything you need to know about a wing. Output absolutely nailed it. Every bite starts with a satisfying crunch before giving way to tender, juicy chicken. The meat is cooked perfectly without becoming dry or overdone. Then the sauce takes over. Rich, buttery, tangy, and balanced with just enough heat. Every nook and cranny was coated, yet the wings stayed crispy from the first bite to the last. As I sat there eating them, I couldn't help but think back to my first visit. The exact same thing happened then. The first few bites made everything else disappear. Conversation stopped. For a moment, it was just me and the wings. That's when I realized I hadn't built this place up in my head over the last two years. Sometimes you remember a restaurant being better than it actually was because you've hyped it up in your own mind. Not here. If anything, these wings were even better than I remembered. The Jim Beam Honey BBQ and spicy BBQ were outstanding in different ways. The Jim Beam starts with a subtle sweetness before finishing with a smoky bourbon flavor, while the spicy BBQ slowly builds heat without overpowering the barbecue underneath. Both sauces complemented the chicken instead of masking it. Then there was the lemon pepper. I don't order lemon pepper very often because most places either don't offer it or overdo the seasoning. Output might have the best lemon pepper wing I've ever had. You get the crispy, juicy chicken first, then the citrus and cracked pepper slowly build without overpowering the wing. As I got down to my last few wings, I found myself slowing down because I didn't want the meal to end. That's usually how I know I've found something special. After trying wings all over the country, Output Lounge still sits near the very top of my list. Are they the best wings in Illinois? They have a legitimate argument. Are they among the best in the country? I think they've earned a seat at that table. The best part is that after two years, they weren't just as good as I remembered. They were even better. Wings: 9.25

Stopped in for Thursday night football and sat at the bar. Sat for about two hours and didn't see…read morethe bartender smile once at anyone. She also didn't really check on anyone at the bar. They always had to wave her down. Anyway I had a couple draft beers and got the chicken tenders (6pc) and the sweet potato fries (asked for them to be well done). The fries were tasty and had flakey salt, but weren't well done at all. The honey mustard they came with was tasty. The tenders were barely edible. Chicken was very rubbery and stringy. Should've gotten boneless wings. The sauces, however, were saving graces. I asked for the hot habanero lemon pepper and the hot Chipotle ranch. Both sauces were very tasty. The hot Chipotle ranch wasn't hot at all, but had a really nice flavor. The hot habanero lemon pepper was amazing! Had a kick and the flavor was fantastic. Probably one of my favorite wing sauces to date. This was the highlight of my meal! I'll be back for this sauce and this sauce alone. Ambiance wise, it's a standard sports bar, but a big negative was all the gnats everywhere around the bar.

In town from Colorado and we were looking for a place along our walk from the subway to the Second…read moreCity Theater. I always like to try a new wing place and I was sold after reading Teddy B's review. This restaurant is set in a really nice, cozy feeling neighborhood. We chose an outdoor table which was perfectly shaded and comfortable. I'm hot or cold when it comes to smoked wings, as I prefer fried, but these were smoked perfectly for my picky tastes. The buffalo sauce was thick, flavorful and a spot on medium. My fries were extra crispy and didn't need salt. The bf had the nacho platter which he devoured. It was a beautiful afternoon after the previous day of clouds and rain, so the streets and restaurant were hopping. I feel we experienced good service for how busy the place was and we didn't have to wait very long for our food. There was never an empty table the entire time we were there and everyone from the bartenders, waitstaff and runners seemed to keep up and communicated well with diners. Thanks for an enjoyable part of our night.

Used to be my favorite spot for wings in the city. Past 3 times I have ordered delivery they forget…read morethe wing sauce and the ranch! And this has happened multiple times. Such a bummer! ** the sauce in the picture is sour cream and salsa- we ordered nachos, they did get everything right for the nachos.

Love coming here I live 40 min away and still don't mind the drive amazing little wingsread more

Boss man knows what he's doing. Just ordered a jumbo teriyaki and it was pretty good, and he hit me…read morewith a free drink that I never asked for. Small little area to eat and I feel very comfortable in there. I didn't order fries but they looked amazing.

Ever since discovering I have a chicken allergy, your girl has been on a turkey tour, and Wilma's…read moreFamous BBQ & Tavern definitely made the list! While visiting my little brother in Chicago, I had to find somewhere good to eat because the foodie in me does not take days off. I stopped by Wilma's and ordered the Happy Hour Turkey Tips & Fries along with a Lemon Drop. The turkey tips were AMAZING. They were flavorful, tender, juicy, and cooked perfectly. I'm still dreaming about those turkey tips! The fries were also perfectly seasoned and paired so well with the meal. No notes. I also tried the wings, which were delicious. I still occasionally eat a small amount of chicken, and these definitely did not disappoint. I really loved the vibe of the restaurant too. The artwork throughout the space gives it so much personality and makes the experience feel fun and unique. The staff was also great, friendly, and welcoming. Between the flavorful food, great service, fun atmosphere, and those turkey tips, Wilma's definitely left an impression. If you're in Chicago and looking for some good BBQ, I'd definitely recommend stopping by. Just make sure you come hungry!

I really wanted to enjoy my visit to Wilma's BBQ in downtown Chicago, but unfortunately, it fell…read morewell short of my expectations. My party of four visited for Sunday brunch, and the restaurant was basically empty when we arrived. The escalator also wasn't working, which wasn't the best first impression. We ordered fried wings, rib tips, and drinks, but our food didn't come out together. For a table of four, it's disappointing when everyone isn't served at the same time. The biggest disappointment was the lemon drop martinis. After one sip, they were far too tart and overly citrusy for our taste. The glasses were still nearly full, so we politely asked if they could be remade or exchanged for a different cocktail. We were told that all alcohol sales are final. While I understand restaurants have policies, I was surprised there wasn't any willingness to accommodate us, especially since we had barely touched the drinks and simply wanted a different cocktail. As for the food, the fried wings lacked seasoning, and the rib tips were rubbery and didn't have much flavor. Being from Texas, I enjoy BBQ where the meat stands on its own, so I asked for the BBQ sauce on the side. Unfortunately, even with the sauce, the rib tips didn't have the quality or flavor I was expecting. The staff was polite, but the food quality, drink experience, and overall execution didn't live up to the reputation I was hoping for. I hope management takes this feedback as an opportunity to improve because the restaurant has potential.

Harold's is a late night chicken stop with multiple locations around the Chicagoland area. The…read morechicken is delicious and has great flavor plenty of sides to choose from and also offer several different dipping sauces. You can't go wrong stoping in here late for some food.

This being my first time in Chicago it was only right that I got my first meal at the fabled…read moreHarold's that I've hear about my entire life. The place was pretty dingy and had some questionable people loitering in and outside the business which didn't bother me but I by the looks of it, some people knew better than me than to stick around after getting their orders The nice cashier was getting chastised loudly and aggressively by who I imagine is the manager or owner. Maybe that's a Chicago thing idk? Lol None of that would've truly bothered me if the food was good but I was unimpressed. Chicken and fish didn't have much seasoning to care for, but luckily I had some "mild" sauce to make it more tolerable. It's funny because this is a Chicago staple but since this experience, I've tried Harold's in Atlanta and found it so much better. That's ironic

Maddie our server was so amazing! She was attentive and had a smile on her face every time she…read morechecked on us. THE WINGS - I have never been a big traditional wings girl, however these wings changed my opinion on this. We got the House Sauce, the Hot Teriyaki, and the Hot BBQ and we couldn't decide which was our favorite. 10/10 will be back! Football - Football on every TV on a Monday, place was busy but still got a table right away!

(Kari's Rating 8/10)…read more Came in on a Friday night about 8 o'clock, and I didn't realize there was a basketball game tonight, so the bar was really packed with IU fans. I heard off this place from an Instagram video from a food blogger. There wasn't initially seating when we first got in, but the bartender/hostess helped us make a makeshift table. We also didn't have a chair so she had to go find a chair and she found one so really appreciate her hustle. The wings came out pretty quickly, the honey barbecue wings were really sweet, and came with a substantial amount of sauce. The ranch was impeccable. It was not too thin and came with celery. The birds nest hot sauce was relatively hot for a medium. I was definitely feeling the spice after two or three. I think there was a little too much sauce on the wings for me, personally, but overall very good. The volume is really loud because everyone was there for the game, so we kinda had to yell over each other to have a conversation. We got our check pretty quickly and the servers were really attentive. I would definitely come back if I was in the area, but I probably wouldn't come all the way from River North for this again.

I don't know if i went to the right location or if i even ordered it the right way, but what i will…read moresay is... the chicken is good! I definitely should've asked for them to fry it a bit harder than that cuz i like mine a lot crisper, but that was my fault. The wings themselves were seasoned well, juicy and hot. The fries were okay too. The lemonade was too damn sweet lol. But that's to be expected really lol. I wanted something sweet to end the meal so i got a lemon cake. It wasn't the best cake but it wasn't bad. I'd skip that to be honest. I also didn't need the 5 wings combo cuz that's a lot of wings lol. You can do the 3 wing combo and still be okay. The staff here were nice. They didn't rush you and were helpful when asked. The ambiance was cool. In the downtown neighborhood so it wasn't bad. All in all I'd want to try it again. They had other sides as well and chicken tenders. They also had sandwiches and other juices. Check them out if you're there. Pics below

Kari's Rating 7.75/10…read more TLDR: -Chicken batter is not seasoned -Super fresh and Crispy breading -No air conditioning inside Came after Taste of Chicago around 8:40pm and it was definitely busy but it got crowded once the event ended at 9. Place is relatively small but we got a booth and ordered a 1/4 dark which included a thigh and a drumstick, 1/4 white which included a breast and a wing.