Quick take: We stopped into The James for one round at the bar. The placed was pretty full on a…read moreSaturday afternoon but we were able to nestle ourselves at the end of the bar and partake. It's an upscale establishment with absolutely wonderful decor: an old house that harkens back to times of yesteryear. The ambiance is lively but not loud and it seems to host a slightly older (and more sophisticated?) demographic. We just had beers but did peruse the menu for fun and things looked very tempting. Although this visit was quick it left me wanting more on a return visit, of which there will be!

We had a reservation for a party of eight at 8:15 and were seated out on the patio. The inside of…read morethe restaurant is super cute, and they have very elegant bathrooms. I informed our server that I have celiac disease, and she was helpful in confirming that the cocktails were gluten-free. I ordered the Pineapple Express sangria, and it was absolutely delicious. When it comes to the food, most items on the menu can actually be made gluten-free, but they aren't marked on the menu and they do not offer a separate gluten-free menu. Our server did let us know right away that they were out of three of their entree items. For my meal, I started with the gluten-free soup which comes with gluten-free noodles, and it was really good. However, I didn't really like any of the remaining entrees they had left available, so I decided to order sides instead. The server mentioned that most of the sides are or can be made gluten-free. I chose the creamy mashed potatoes and the brussel sprouts, specifically requesting the sprouts without croutons. When the food arrived, the brussel sprouts unfortunately had croutons on them. I pointed it out to the server, and she immediately said she would have them remade for me. While I am very glad I caught the mistake before eating them, it is something to watch out for. Overall, the experience was mediocre.

My host Steve was phenomenal! He did a superb job at seating me! He was so knowledgeable about the…read moremenu and literally was a blessing! He also recommended another restaurant around the corner called Flagship on the Fox. People like him deserve Employee of the Month! Will definitely be back because of him. The food was phenomenal and the bartender Emily was very kind as well. The restaurant was beautiful with a very welcoming atmosphere.

Everything was decent…read more People raved about the cheese curds, but I thought they were below average & kind of a small portion for an app. Honestly Culver's curds are better. I had the patty melt & it was pretty good. Nobody in our group liked the fries, they were greasy, bland & undercooked. I had the tots & they were....... tots Pork tenderloin was enormous but just ok Bill was $130 for 5 sandwiches & lemonade/sodas b4 tip I think that's probably our 1 & only trip here.

This was my first visit to Alter Brewing's St. Charles location, and I was surprised to learn they…read morehave multiple locations throughout the Chicagoland area. I met up with friends, including two who were visiting from Alabama, and we all had a great experience. My friends ordered the brisket nachos and the walleye, and both dishes came in generous portions--they couldn't even finish their meals! I ordered the carne asada tacos, and they were absolutely delicious. The only thing I would have changed is that my meal came with beans but not rice. I probably should have asked if rice could be added. The indoor atmosphere was warm, inviting, and a perfect place to spend a rainy afternoon. Between the friendly service, generous portions, and tasty food, I'd definitely return and look forward to trying more of the menu.

Great atmosphere. I walked in during a thunderstorm with the World Cup playing behind the bar. It…read moregot better from there. We requested to be sat at the riverside window and it was absolutely no problem. The service was very quick and pleasant. We started with an order of cheese curds which were awesome (a little hot for my wife but perfect for me). We split a patty melt. I am a bit of a snob when it comes to patty melts, so when I say it was the best one I've had since Woolworth, that should tell you everything you need to know. My daughter got the kids grilled cheese. When I say grilled cheese, this was an absolutely beautiful sandwich that was put together with care. My daughter is very picky and wound up gobbling down this enormous sandwich, which surprised me because she eats like a bird. The beer there is top notch. I'm very opinionated when it comes to craft beer. Everything I've had there I have really enjoyed. I highly recommend this place. We had an app, kids meal, split an adult meal and 4 beers for $90. Well worth it because I have no issues paying for quality over quality. Do not miss this place.

Our server Josh was great! Food came out ~10 minutes after we ordered it, super fast!! It was the…read morefreshest tasting food I've had in a very long time. You can definitely tell they make everything themselves. Dessert was delicious and plated beautifully. Enjoyed everything about our visit and will definitely be back! :)

We love the atmosphere at Fire and Wine. The bar is great and service was fantastic. We are…read moreexcited about our new neighborhood hang out.

My wife and I attended a meeting with our wealth management company. We were served wine before…read moredinner, which was great. We had our choice of steak, salmon or chicken. I chose the steak. It came with a salad and French fries. The steak was cooked perfectly and was pretty big. The fries were good as well. The salad was good, although the dressing was a little weak. We got a dessert too, but after 4 glasses of wine, I'm not sure what it was anymore. It was good as well. It was kind of hard to hear the presenters speak, because even though we were in a private room, it was pretty loud from the outer room of the restaurant. My wife liked her salmon but wished it came with a potato or rice.

I describe the atmosphere as casual fine dining with excellent service. The wait staff was…read moreattentive and welcoming. Cocktails price range $13-$15. Local craft beer price range $7-$8 The complimentary bread was fluffy dinner rolls served with herbed butter. They have Prime Rib on Saturdays, but ran out when I came for dinner. I was informed about 20 minutes after I ordered, but they were very apologetic and comped my soup that was supposed to come with the dinner. Shrimp de Johnge $18 - About 6 large shrimp in a tasty sauce that you will want to sop up with the complimentary dinner rolls. Trout Amandine $35 - Served with green beans. Walleye $35 - I preferred the taste of walleye over the trout. Truffle Fries $9 - Crispy and tasty. They have a small shared parking lot in front or there is street parking available nearby. .|\---/| | @_@ | ..\_^_/..2025

Chips & salsa are so good! Same owners as Hacienda Real in Yorkville - very nice!…read more I really liked this place. Ambiance is fun & eclectic. Food was delicious! Prices were so-so. Really fun place to meet friends for lunch. IL has this stupid thing where restaurants charge an extra 3% for using a card, so pay with cash if you want to avoid that.

My Husband and I tried this place for the first time on our Friday date night. It's a super cute…read morespot with very lovely decor. Upon walking in we felt as if the AC wasn't on or turned up enough because though it was evening it still felt a little toasty in there. Staff was nice and attentive. I started off with what I thought would be a frozen piña colada (confirmed with the waitress) and it was pure liquid with a lot of foam on top. I ended up getting a guava marg without the jalapeños which was much better! I also tried the mango marg and it was good as well! Their chips and salsa were tasty. For my meal I decided to try the Carmen enchiladas which seemed very popular based off other reviews. They were all correct! Of the three meats, the chicken was probably my favorite. Their rice and beans were tasty as well and the portions were great. My husband had the fish tacos. He wasn't asked which tortilla type he preferred so they brought out corn ones. He would've preferred flour but I guess that was a mistake on both him and the server for not asking which of the two he wanted. (Menu just says you can choose either/or. Doesn't say you get one or the other by default.) Overall, I'd come here again! Just maybe not on a hot summer evening.

We had a wonderful dining experience. The ambiance is warm and friendly. The service was…read moreexemplary with a knowledgeable, personable and conscientious server who was attentive but not invasive. We found him charming. The food was exceptional. We started with the Baby Gem salad and the Artisan Cheese Plate, both excellently prepared and delicious. My husband had the 14 oz. Prime Ribeye with Cafe De Paris butter, horseradish jus, herb garlic fritesthat was perfectly prepared and came with wonderful, flavorful sauces. I enjoyed the Grilled Petite Tender, emphasis on tender! It was lovely. For dessert, we shared the Vanilla Bean Canelé, which was unique and sweet and made a delightful ending to an excellent meal. We will be back!

We've been here so many times just for their desserts because they have some of the best I've ever…read moretried, especially in the suburbs. Honestly prefer the desserts more than the food here, although we've had dinner here two or three times I think, but the desserts have always been what's most memorable to me. I still think about the apple cider donuts we ate here last fall. Whoever the pastry chef is here is amazing!! The dessert menu is constantly changing we can't even keep up, but it is always on theme with the season. This most recent time, we ordered the Smores Baked Alaska and Blueberry Shortcake. Both were soo good, but I liked the smores baked alaska the most--the different layered textures and flavors were perfect.

Each time we come to Le Cochen we love it. This time we came for happy hour (1/2 price glasses of…read morewine and discounted appetizers). We sat on the patio, they have shaded or sun and lots of tables. I had the Chardonnay and it was really good! We had the smoked salmon appetizer and the potato skewers. I'm not a fan of salmon, but with the sauce they provide, it was doable. The potatoes were so good, crispy on the outside, but they explode into creaminess when you bite them. We didn't have them this time, but the calamari appetizer is my favorite! We were having such a good time, we decided to stay for dinner. I had the Coq au vin and loved it. I usually get the Beef bourguignon because that is also really good. My husband had that and it did not disappoint. Service was great, as always! One of the best restaurants in Geneva.

Time was (in the not-too-distant past) you had to go downtown to have an upscale or…read moreoff-the-beaten-path dinner. You know, when parking was less than a car payment? It took a number of years but enterprising restauranteurs laid claim to appropriate buildings and neighborhoods opening places where you could actually get something interesting to eat. Hell, even BERWYN has a fine-dining joint (or 2)! The "3rd Street" corridor in Batavia is prima facie evidence this crusade is thriving, as there are a BUNCH of great places on that Rue to stuff your face in style, (and drink accordingly.) We've been working our way down the street; as I have been in the mood for French, Le Cochon was high on the list. It was late afternoon when I and a foodie pal of mine visited. The rooms were at once light, open and airy, yet personal. The bar was adjacent and it looked heroically stocked. The waiter was personable and pleasant. The menu shouted "Bistro", and actually was sort of irritating, 'cos even after poring over it online before, everything looked so good I couldn't make up my mind! But rules are rules, and I have mine. When I go into a place for the first time, I always try to get the specialty of the house. As this is a "bistro" I finally swung with the Escargot and Steak Frites. Cliche'd, I know, but c'est le cuisine. My pal bucked tradition and went with a Burger. I should say here the house is known for a Pork Belly dish, but Belly of Pork (unless it's cured into Bacon) is a protein I will not eat. There's not much I won't stuff down my gullet, but Pork Belly is one. I just don't like that much fat. The good news? More for YOU! But I digress... The 'Scargots were classic in prep and top-notch in quality. As expected there was a lagniappe course in sopping pieces of the excellent baguette provided from the bread service in the garlicky butter remaining after munching the snails. It was a Hanger Steak wot arrived on my plate replete with an herb-y compound butter. I ordered the steak "Rare-Bleu", and it was the perfect temp, even with serious char marking. The steak was chunk-cut when served. I blessed the chef for seasoning the steak deftly. The Frites came with ketchup and aioli, they were great. There was nothing out of the ordinary about my pals burger, but he IS a knowledgeable foodie and reported it was delicious. Burgers are pretty easy to do, but to get one of championship quality takes skill. Notable were the two rashers of excellent, thick Bacon hanging over the sides of the sandwich. The chef here hit the mark! The Predominantly French WineList is dizzying expensive for bottles. My pal is an experienced oenophile and says the list shows care, but Oy! the prices! He's a very successful businessman, and even HE thought the prices were high. In contrast, the "per glass" prices were normal. LeCochon IS in a posh neighborhood, after all. I had a glass of Rhône blend which was hand-in-glove with my steak. Flavors outasite! Fine coffee and a classic Crème Brûlée for afters. I know somewhere behind the bar they prolly had a Calvados, which would have topped the meal off with a gold ribbon, but I was driving, and there are many miles between LeCochon and Stately Breakwind Manor. A wonderful feed, and a surprisingly good value considering the high quality. I'll bet that "light and airy" vibe turns quite romantic after dark; but know the tables are actually quite cozy together. There are a few booths available-try to snarf one of those if you're on a date. Throwing 5 for this super boîte. Eat here soon!