It's a beautiful restaurant, but it's quite expensive for the quality of food and has very hit or miss service. I most recently came here with my parents for a Saturday brunch and had to wait 20 minutes for a server to give us water (even after we tried to ask around for it). This may have easily been an off day for this restaurant, but it left a bad taste with us. The brunch menu has the typical brunch offerings. We may be back to try it again -- especially when the weathers warmer to enjoy their nice patio. read more

At 5:30 this evening, my guest and I walked in and asked if we could sit on the patio for a glass of wine (please see photo below) and we were informed they were fully committed for the evening. I understand seating procedure, but with 1 table occupied outside and 2 inside, that was incredibly bad customer service for a couple wanting one glass of wine, We were not even offered a spot inside. We live one block away and will not be back. read more

Somerset - The "fully committed" patio - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Pretty basic brunch, but good quality and delicious classic options. Get the cinny roll, that was the best thing I ate here. It's huge and comes in it's own skillet. read more

Unfortunately won't likely be back. Used to be a spot we loved (for the food and decor) but the menu has changed and service was pretty crappy. This is now the second year I've come for my birthday brunch and put 'celebrating a birthday" in my reservation notes with ZERO acknowledgement from the staff. Our server was less than thrilled to be working, wasn't friendly, and barely checked in on us. I had to flag him down twice, for a drink and to take our bill. I've worked in restaurants so I know how swapped a servers section can get or other things that arise but this was not acceptable and a simple "I'm sorry" goes a long way. Ordered French Toast which was fine and the Prime Short Rib Hash which didn't have much flavor. My 2nd Mimosa also came legit half full and less than the first. read more

Unfortunately, not the breakfast we were hoping for. Our service was severely lacking, multiple items were forgotten about. Our waitress barely came to our table and we had to track down others for help. The food lacked flavor and was overpriced. However, the ambiance was very nice in the restaurant. But we won't be coming back! read more

Fun place, great energy and ambiance and excellent service! Awesome Service by: Hannah, Jahna, Sally and David! Favorite Dishes: Baked eggs, smoked beet tartine,octopus, Kale & Brussels Salad, Halibut (awesome), Brussels Sprouts side (delicious) & Zinfandel (Buehler) by glass was great Good for: Brunch, Hot Spot, Fun, Bar Seating, Patio, Date Night, Group read more

I do not regret my decision to get real adult food instead of pastries for breakfast. The breakfast sandwich with the runny egg was very excellent and the crunchy little breakfast potatoes were some of the best I've ever had. However, the real stroke of genius was getting this dulce de leche pop tart to go. It is so beautiful and looks EXACTLY as good as it tastes and was the exact perfect thing one drunk nap later. read more

Somerset - Dulce de leche pop tart - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Shut out on The Lobby due to Chicago traffic and bad weather in late 2013 it was not until September 2014 that Lee Wolen's Cuisine was tasted at BOKA, news that he'd since launched an "All-American Supper Club" called Somerset immediately placing it atop the bucket list for a return in July and the fact that the two-story space on North State Street was one of the few open for dinner on Independence Day further sweetening the deal. Located inside The Viceroy Hotel and thus serving three meals daily, an outdoor patio looking out on the Near North Side proving popular despite heat and humidity, it was instead opting for an inside seat near the downstairs window that a hip male server presented the menu and Ice Water, a declination of Cocktails accepted without question and followed by some dining suggestions. Less than 25% full at 5:00pm on a Holiday, the well-appointed upstairs completely empty but worth visiting to explore the art or simply wash up, it was shortly after returning to the two-top that warm Rolls were presented alongside creamy Butter, the addition of Dill unanticipated but pleasant while the Bread's wispy texture was every bit as good as the original in Boston. Prone to seasonal change but already developing some signatures, Wolen's well-known Chicken for two ordered by groups on both sides, it was in favor of variety that dinner began with what can best be described as Brandade Hush Puppies alongside vibrant Aioli, each sweet yet briny bite as good as the last though a plate of Gnudi served simultaneously still managed to steal the spotlight thanks to quality Produce and impeccable seasoning that bridged late Spring and early Summer. Moving next to more housemade Pasta plus a dish designated as a Side, the Cornmeal thick with Cheese and Cream as good as Scott Conant's famous version but perhaps too rich for just one, it was in alternating bites that this was enjoyed alongside al dente Ribbons brightened by the flavors of Cioppino, a half-portion perfect for solos who wish to save room for Dessert which is most certainly advisable. Turning things over at this point to Meg Galus, the head Pastry Chef at BOKA pulling triple duty these days as she also heads up sweets at Swift & Sons, it was making difficult decisions amongst six choices which vary slightly from Lunch to Dinner that two were ordered, a deconstructed Buckwheat Carrot Cake managing its high-wire act of Citrus and Spice nicely while Butterscotch Pudding doubled down on texture with Pecan Praline and crunchy grains while tempering sweetness by way of slightly bitter Ice Cream. read more

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Somerset is another happening place to eat in Chicago. My significant other and I came here for a Sunday brunch around 11 AM or so. There was a fairly extensive wait time to get a table. Luckily, the bar area is fairly large, so we were able to snag some bar seats instead of waiting forty-five minutes for a table to open. I'd definitely recommend reservations here. We started off with coffee and an order of the monkey bread. The monkey bread was gooey and delicious and the coffee paired really well with it. The coffee was also on point, which I enjoyed because I dislike bad coffee, so kudos to Somerset for great coffee. My significant other ordered the chicken and raffle which is a waffle pressed french toast. It was amazing and melted in your mouth. There was more honey than sriracha, so it was not nearly as spicy as I thought it would be. Overall, I really enjoyed this dish. I ordered the crispy potato and duck skillet because I am a big fan of duck. I really enjoyed the culmination of flavors in this dish. I wish there was more duck in the dish than there was, but overall, it definitely filled me up. I did not think it was too pricey and the portion sizes were definitely fair. Service was good and attentive with ample coffee and water refills during the meal. The ambiance in the restaurant was nice as well. Overall, I'd definitely come back to Somerset for brunch. The food was great. read more

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The food here was amazing! One of the best burgers I've had and delicious French fries. We also LOVED the truffle honey-ricotta. The focaccia that went with it was just okay, but completely worth it for the truffle honey-ricotta. The chocolate trifle was also SO yummy, though not sure it's worth the price. We also loved the atmosphere of this place. Our service wasn't the greatest, but they seemed to be short staffed and were doing their best. Would definitely visit this place again to try more of what they have to offer! read more

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Wow! Delicious! This is definitely one of my newest favorite places for brunch in the city. Beautiful restaurant with friendly staff. We made a reservation so I'm not sure what the wait is typically without. Make sure your whole table is on time though because they won't seat you until your party is all there. :) all the staff were so friendly, helpful, and you could tell they made an effort to go above and beyond! All the food was amazing! I got the baked eggs and a side of the potatoes. Honestly, the baked eggs were enough that I wish I hadn't ordered the potatoes because I was too full to finish! On top of that, my table got a variety of desserts and the competitor's punch. I loved the pretzel croissant! They make it in-house! Perfectly salty and buttery. I'm definitely looking forward to coming here again sometime soon! I highly recommend coming here if you're looking for a trendy brunch spot with great food! read more

Somerset - Baked Eggs with a side of Breakfast Potatoes - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Rude, dirty, and greasy! Greasy, overcooked food served on uncovered tabletops. No tablecloths at this "fine establishment". Dirty tables with visible beverage rings (note: there was a violation filed against this restaurant recently for not using clean cloths to wipe off the tables). Despite having a reservation and noting that the the restaurant was less than 10% full (we had booked an early dinner), the host told us that we could not sit at a particular table because it was "for celebrities." Not "reserved", not "reserved for a celebrity client"--just for "celebrities." And $15 for bread--are you kidding?? read more

Somerset is such a great sport for lunch or brunch. The decor is so well done and makes you want to keep coming back. The food is always tasty. Small simple menu but everything I've had is good. They have an outside patio which is always nice during the summer. Can get crowded on the weekends but they take reservations! The Kale Dip starter is one of my favs read more

Somerset - Roasted Squash Tartine & Fries - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Lovely atmosphere However,food just ok My steak(main course) wasn't very good at all Friendly staff,good wine Wagu tartare delicious. read more

Somerset - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The only disappointment of dining at Somerset was to learn that they don't have a Michelin Star YET! Ya, this place is that good...... We celebrated our anniversary last night at Somerset and we couldn't have picked a better spot to celebrate love and have a memorable evening. I had made an online reservation and indicated that we were celebrating our anniversary. The Somerset is attached to the Viceroy Hotel and has multiple dining options also including an 18th floor roof top bar. The weather was amazing this Memorial Day Saturday and most tables in their outdoor patio were taken. Since we dressed up for the night, we preferred to sit inside. Upon checking in, we were seated promptly in the main dining room behind the bar. The furniture and accessories make for a chic classical ambience. Our server Suzzana was assisted by Jack and I don't recollect the last time we got such good service at a non Michelin restaurant. Speaking of Michelin the same ownership group and chef also run BOKA. We were offered house sparkling/still and bottled water. The menus provided wished us Happy Anniversary and Suzanne brought us a card wishing us signed by several of their staff; a very nice and personalized touch. If that wasn't already enough, 2 glasses of bubbly followed right after compliments of the Somerset again. We went on to order more drinks, an Old Fashion for her and a Storypoint Cab for me. We started with their Seared Spanish Octopus and the Cod Fritters. I licked the last bit of sauce from the Octopus. Unlike most places, the Octopus is served sliced here. There were 10 fritters, a little bigger than the size of a hush puppy. Even though it was fried, it was crunchy on the outside and light and airy in the inside with a dipping aioli. We finished them all! We also got the appetizer size helping of the Squid Ink pasta with Shrimp and Calamari. Pasta was cooked al dente and the tomato sauce was rich and flavorful. Finally, we were torn between the Scallops and the short rib and based on our servers recommendation, we got the short rib and it was the highlight of my meal. They had already split the order in 2 plates and it still felt like a good size. It was a mushroom forward short rib since it was served with mushrooms on a bed of a mushroom sauce, which was finger licking good. After all that we initially decided to skip dessert but settled for a scoop of sorbet to cleanse the palate. Although, we ordered just the coconut lime, Suzanne also got us the strawberry and the mango passion fruit and comped the whole dessert. Thank you for that thoughtful gesture. Overall, between the ambience, the food and the service it doesn't get better than this. I can't recommend Somerset enough and look forward to being back to enjoy their outdoor patio and rooftop in the summer which Jack was very gracious to take us up to and show us around. read more

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The decor is absolutely gorgeous, the staff was wonderful, and the food was incredible. For starters, we had the beet (not beef) tartare and the artichoke soup. We split the kale and brussel sprouts salad with salmon and the fried chicken sandwich. Jasper(GM) and our waitress Laboni were fantastic. They overheard my friend and I discussing the fact that I had been recently engaged and surprised us with complimentary glasses of champagne. When the weather is nice, as it was in our case, they slide the doors open so that diners inside can experience the outdoors without actually dining on the patio. I highly recommend dining on the patio as it's really cute and shaded. read more

We had brunch today, and were very impressed. The ambience was lovely, the service was outstanding,and the food was delicious. We had the cinnamon bun and fresh oysters to start. I had Chicken and French Toast for my entree. A great experience overall. One note, if you get seated upstairs, there is an elevator. The hostess did not let me know, and had my 80 year old Mom walk up. She did apologize after. read more

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Love this restaurant for brunch. My 6 girlfriends also really enjoyed it. Their competitors punch comes in this copper pineapple, so cute! Good service and good food. I do wish that they served lunch with brunch. By the time we ordered it was 1pm and I wasn't hungry for breakfast food. Waiter apologized for not being able to give us the lunch menu, still a bummer apology or not. I wanted a salad! Can't be that hard to prepare a salad at 1pm... -1 star just because of this. read more

Somerset - Competitors punch - Cava, vodka, soda, raspberry syrup and oranges/limes. Delicious! Ask for less syrup if you want it less sweet. - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The restaurant is 1920s themed so the decor was amazing. Right when you walk in, the colors and the flooring is spectacular. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. The upstairs is gorgeous. The food came out a little slow and the food was good. The best thing we had were the maple donuts. Honestly, one of the best things I've ever had. The other food was just good. It was a great experience to have. read more

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I visited Somerset on a Friday night at the suggestion of one of my best friends. As we approached the restaurant, we kept trying to remember what previously sat in the place that Somerset now inhabits, but as soon as we stepped inside, those concerns quickly vanished. The inside of the restaurant is gorgeous in a sleek and modern, but still casual type of way. It's dimly lit, but just bright enough to draw attention to the striking blue and gold accents that cover the interior. The restaurant has two levels, with a main bar and seating downstairs, and what looked like a lot of additional seating on the second floor. The restaurant was packed when we got in, which wasn't a surprise given all the hype I'd heard about Somerset. We waited at the bar while the hostess got our table ready. We were greeted by a warm and very talented mixologist. I ordered a whiskey sour and my friend ordered a house specialty cocktail, the kiwi sizzle. I'm not usually a fan of drinks that are fruity or heavily iced, but this was a refreshingly light cocktail done right. For our second round, we tried the Manhattan. I'm always surprised at how many bartenders fail at the classics, but again, Somerset didn't disappoint. This was easily one of the best Manhattans I'd ever had. It was spirit forward without being too heavy on the bitters. While waiting on our food we were served some of the house made rolls that are served warm with butter. I know, I know...it's March, we're all trying to get our summer bodies ready so carbs aren't really in the plan, but do yourself a favor and try the bread. I guarantee you wont regret it. It's soft, toasty, lightly salted and a hint sweet. I used self restraint but I could've easily killed the whole board. We started with the oysters and the kale and brussels sprout salad. The oysters tasted very fresh. It's not an oyster bar so there's not a selection, but if you're particular about your oysters, these were a tad on the sweeter side and not super briney so my guess is that they're West coasters (ask the server to be 100% certain though). The salad was delicious. It had enough textures and flavors going to keep things interesting and the sweetness of the lemon mustard vinaigrette perfectly balanced the bitterness of the kale. There were so many divine looking entree options that picking a main dish was tough but we opted to share the duck leg gnochetti and boy am I glad we did (we toyed with getting the whole roasted chicken and the roasted duck breast)!! The pasta was cooked to a perfect al dente and i could tell that the sauce was made using the authentic Italian method of building off of the pasta water. The duck was fork tender and the fat perfectly dressed the pasta. My friend does not eat pork so the server told us they left off the pork au jus that the dish is usually topped with. If our pasta was this good sans the au jus I can't imagine what it must taste like normally. On top of the amazing food and ambience, our server was very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. He went the extra mile to ensure that we were comfortable throughout our dining experience and knew just what to expect with our orders. I can't wait to return for dinner and also try their brunch. I look forward to visiting other restaurants in the BOKA group if they're anything like Somerset. read more

Somerset - Kale & Brussels Sprout Salad and 1/2 Dozen Oysters - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

What a great place for brunch! Located a few blocks away from the Magnificent Mile, Somerset is a great place to go out for a bite with your friends. The food was amazing! I ordered the eggs benedict (duh) and my wife got the avocado on toast. It was all delicious!! The Benedict had a tomato paste that was a little too tart for me, but it was still very tasty. The eggs were runny just like I like them. Oh, and the Chai Tea Latte with Almond milk is very good as well. Aside from the food, the waitresses and waiters were excellent and the restaurant atmosphere was amazing. It's places like these that make me want to open my own restaurant (but I probably shouldn't lol). Also, as a designer I LOVE this restaurants branding and identity. It's a rare thing to see a restaurant's digital presence and go into the actual place and get the same look and feel irl. Kudos! Pro tip: make sure you make a reservation before you go! This place can get packed so if you're coming with a group you should make one. They do have a bar area though if it's just 1 or 2 of you. read more

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After walking past this place several times and saying how nice it looks, we finally made a reservation and went to dine in. We were seated along the balcony with a view of the gorgeous restaurant. Great ambience here super elegant and sophisticated. Cocktail menu was limited and pricey for what was offered. There also are not a ton of menu options for entrees/appetizers but what they do have is quality. We decided to try a few dishes so we went with the Roasted Chicken, the Lamb, and the Salmon. The portions were quite small for most entrees. The chicken had a nice buttery lemon citrus flavor and was extremely moist and melted in your mouth either very bite. The lamb was flavorful and bright, tender and also delicious. The salmon we thought was just a bit basic nothing to write home about. Our server was extremely attentive and friendly throughout our experience. This place is more expensive than most in the area but worthwhile for celebrating a special occasion in the Gold Coast. Definitely make sure to make reservations before dining in and be prepared to spend some money here. read more

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Enjoyed a wonderful breakfast, solo (SO was in a meeting). Then the next day I brought my SO, too! Amazing brunch both days. Highly recommend the apple butter morning bun, both days it was ordered & OMG I could eat it daily (they make it fresh each morning). Mimosas are generously poured & we appreciate that. Highly recommend this location. Looking for a short wait & amazing food at a cute place in the AM after a long night out? This is it! ALSO, coffee is sooooooooo good. read more

Somerset - Mimosa, coffee, ham and cheese omelet, and apple Butter morning bun. - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I used to love Somerset and was really disappointed with my brunch experience over the weekend. The ricotta pancake was dry and is missing something else even though it came with sauce and cherry butter. We ordered a frittata but they served us sunnyside up eggs (apparently their interpretation of frittata is just fried eggs with runny yolk with bunch of sauteed veggies on top). Service and ambiance are still good but maybe we'll just stick to dinner service from now on. read more

Very original and tasty drinks. Nice service. Restaurant in modern but classy style. Food is tasty and not overpriced considering location. read more

Somerset - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Somerset is exactly what the Gold Coast needed. Located in the Viceroy, the interior is captivating. The servers are dressed uniformly in light blue blazers and khakis, so combined with the backdrop the interior is evocative of the 60s Yacht Club, but less pretentious than what the description and look may imply. In fact, the staff is friendly and quite welcoming. We visited for brunch on a Saturday and were impressed by the lively vibe. We were ushered to large and comfortable blue booths in the main floor (the 2nd floor is nice as well but the main floor has a more social vibe with the bar location). To start, we ordered mocktails/orange juice, then ordered the fried chicken sandwich (the kimchi aioli is spot on and the breading is delicious) and the baked eggs which are akin to Shakshouka (lamb merguez, spicy tomato base, sunny side up eggs - the yolk was runny so not fully cooked), and feta on top, served with two slices of sourdough bread). The baked egg was great and left me feeling full but not stuffed. To end our meal, we had a pastry trio which included a chocolate croissant, classic canele, and morning bun (amazing - like a cronut). To accompany the pastries, I had an iced mocha which is a nice, dark, bittersweet chocolate and coconut while my wife had the chai latte which includes freshly ground nutmeg and chai (in house preparation). While brunch was delicious, I will make sure to try lunch and dinner as well, and can't wait to see how the first full summer treats Somerset. read more

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Good food, good atmosphere! Highly recommend the bloody Mary's and the rooftop is amazing for drinks and views Food is ok got the eggs and duck, the sauce wasn't the best 1 Star off for food being decent. Bartenders are great super friendly and attentive. read more

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Wow, it was an absolutely seasonal meal (On a Monday night as well) with excellent, friendly yet non obtrusive service. I'm still thinking and talking about the food. I would say there were probably several "gustatory orgasms" during the dinner brought about buy 1) The sunchoke, apple, hazelnut, radish soup 2) Smoked BEET tartare with cumin yoghurt, goat gouda and sunflower 3) Brussel sprouts with feta, dates and nduja (spicy pork salumi) and 4) Taglioini with mushroom Bolognese, garlic and perorino Romano. Don't even get me started on the killer gelato and toasted marshmallow ice cream. If I had one suggestion, it's somewhat dark in the back part of the restaurant so we can't see just how beautifully prepared and presented the food is when it arrives. We eat with our eyes as well. To sum it up the food is fabulous. Flavors interesting, delicious, dominant and distinct. An Umami experience! I need to go back soon!!!! read more

Stayed at the connecting hotel Viceroy, it was really pretty inside and out. Came here twice, once for late night cocktails and once for breakfast. Drinks were great, bartenders were attentive and took pride in their drinks. Little pricey but so is any drink you're going to get in the city. Breakfast - very fancy food. My avocado toast was a masterpiece. Pricey but that's the area you're in. The ambiance and convenience of it being connected to our hotel made it worth it. read more

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This restaurant had a really cute ambiance right inside the Viceroy. In terms of food and drinks it was a real hit or miss. I loved my sea bass, the tuna was just okay, and the broccoli was dry and a little too nutty with the tahini. I would really recommend reading reviews before ordering. Overall, I am glad I came to the restaurant but don't know if I would've ordered some of the dishes again. read more

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This place is worth all of the hype it receives. I came here for my birthday celebration and felt like a local celebrity. The menu even had "Happy Birthday, Katy!!!" printed on it. Almost every server or waitstaff wished me happy birthday. It was kind of incredible and a neat experience. Let's start with the ambiance, glitzy without being overdone, minimalistic, urban, with touches of greenery and refined upscale feel. Mid-century-ish too. The music, decor, and everything else added to the mood. The servers clearly knew their stuff and we were well trained. Our server described the cocktails at length and made thoughtful suggestions about the palette and notes of the drink. I opted for the Watermelon cocktail which was dangerously good. The FOOD...OH MY GOD. The food. I literally told my fiancé, "I want all of the carbs that this place has to offer" The bread is all made in house and you can tell. It is fresh, melts in your mouth, and has the right amount of flavorful spices and seasoning on it. Our server informed us that it was primarily butter and dill, but dare I say that there was thyme or garlic or some other hint of something? Not sure. Either way, I would pay top dollar to have those served to me on the regular but would also be massively overweight. We got the special that day which was buttermilk fried chicken with biscuits. Delicious and again, seasoned and flavored to perfection. Oh, almost forgot about the cucumber salad. It was unique with the rye pieces instead of traditional croutons... had a yogurt dressing, making it unique, healthy, and again delectable. This place was spot on, but I haven't even gotten to the best part. Whoever is in charge of the staff is INCREDIBLE. I was wow-ed by how the staff anticipated the guests needs at every. single. step. For one, the bar was out of the cider that my fiancé ordered, and she opted for a glass of champagne that was on special. Another staff member or manager (not sure?) came over and asked if the champagne was an ample substitute and if she was satisfied, which was a thoughtful and unexpected move. Then, as we were leaving our table, we were headed upstairs to Devereaux. Another staff member slid over to us and asked if we'd like guidance upstairs. Um, yes, how did you know?! (He knew because we asked our server for instructions to get upstairs) BUT the knack for communication among team members and thoughtful, anticipated measures was a HUGE delight. Okay, I've droned on for too long about how great Somerset is. Come here for your birthday! read more

We recently visited for brunch, mostly to see the space, but was pleasantly surprised by the food. Somerset is in the Viceroy hotel, and therefore flaunts hotel prices. The space is flawlessly decorated, very mid century modern, so wherever you get seated, there's lots of fun decor to look at. All servers are dressed smartly in light blue blazers and tan pants. We ordered the Baked Eggs, the Buttermilk Pancakes, and the Garlic Sausage Hash. All were delicious. The Baked Eggs are a little spicy and tomato-y, with sausage mixed in, and two runny sunny-side up eggs. The feta in it provides the right amount of contrast without being too stinky. You'll definitely want to sop it all up with the grilled bread. The Buttermilk Pancakes come in 3 and they are fluffy on the inside and a little crispy on the outside. It is topped with a fruit compote, walnuts, and ricotta. I actually didn't try the last dish but my husband swears it was delicious as well. I also like the little details like the mini butter knife you get with the butter and syrup for the pancakes, as well as the sugar cubes and mini tongs and mini spoon that accompanied the coffee. I can only imagine the attention to detail that comes with dinner and we will definitely be back to try it! read more

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I was fortunate enough to stay at the Viceroy during my stay in Chicago. We arrived on Mother's Day and were told it would be difficult to get a table last minute in their adjoined restaurant. We decided to be laissez-faire about our plans. After making a wrong turn out of the elevator, we were greeted by the hostesses of the Somerset. We asked if they had any room to accommodate us for brunch, and the promptly sat at the bar. One of the things I really loved about this restaurant was the knowledgeable, entertaining and experienced staff. The bartenders had convinced every couple at the bar to order one of their competitor's punch- which includes an entire bottle of cava and is served in a giant golden pineapple. It was delicious and fun. We decided to split the homemade raspberry Nutella pop tart (10/10), the baked eggs (9/10), and the avocado toast (9/10). The avocado toast has pickled carrots, which was a really nice touch. I would eat the pop tart over and over again. Overall, I think the knowledgeable bartenders, the presentation and food selection on the menu has won me over. I hope to be back to eat another meal here! read more

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My friend and I came here for brunch in January... (2020 has definitely not been normal so don't @ me for how delayed this review is. I really liked this place so I had to leave a review!) We were in the area (Wandering, window shopping) and saw this place. The decor is really nice! And the service here is great (Our server was very personable)! My friend always gets chicken and waffles wherever we go for brunch (If it's offered) and I usually am not a huge fan (I usually find it to be too heavy). For some reason I was drawn to the chicken and waffles here... And I'm so glad I got them! It was the perfect amount of food and definitely not too heavy. The chicken was very tender and crispy and the waffles were fluffy! I would definitely recommend this for weekend brunch! Will definitely be back to try out the dinner menu. read more

Worst meal I've ever had. Bland, each bite harder to chew than the last. Led to indigestion. Sorry but I should have sent the food back.

I was so pleasantly surprised by Somerset! I know it's a high end restaurant, and it's gotten good reviews, but their menu isn't really my usual taste. It's very seafood and mushroom heavy...two things that I am not a fan of. HOWEVER, they had some things I was interested in, and my bf has been wanting to try it forever. So we came for day-after-Valentines day dinner, and it was amazing. We got 3 things I wanted to try (sunchoke hazlenut soup, veggie flatbread, and whole chicken for two), and with hesitation from me, also got the BEET (yes beet, not beef) tartare and the duck gnocchi. Their house bread is some sort of fluffy garlic Parmesan dough ball with House butter. It is like crack- so delicious. There were 3 for the two of us, and my bf and I almost got into a butter knife fight over splitting the last one evenly. Every single dish was fantastic. My least favorite dish (the flatbread) was better than my favorite at some places. My favorite, and the one I was most excited to try was the soup. I could have eaten a whole kettle of it! Sunchokes provide a nice meaty flavor balanced out with the sweetness of the apples and crunch of hazlenut. 10/10 for sure. The flatbread was great- it had a sweet and spicy type of sauce and the dough was great. However, it's not really a flatbread because the dough is pretty thick. A little too much bread to topping ratio in my opinion. Then there was the beet tartare. Let me say, I have never met a beet preparation that I have liked. But they NAILED this dish. I don't even know how to describe it, but it's basically puréed beets with cream that you spread onto warm fresh baked pita. It. Was. Awesome. Then there was the duck gnocchi- again, I was apprehensive about it being duck, but it was quite good. Really tender meat and a rich delicious sauce. Finally, the whole chicken for two. By this point we were beyond stuffed, but managed to split a breast and try the sides- polenta and squash. The squash needed more salt and was kind of bland, but the chicken and polenta were really juicy and delicious. Finally, we shared the banana chocolate tart which was the perfect size and delicious. The service was impeccable- the servers, hosts, and server assistants made sure we had a great experience without being overbearing. I really like that when they box your leftovers, they give you a "coat check" tag to pick them up on your way out so you don't have to sit with them at the table! Especially helpful since we started boxing after the second appetizer to make room for the rest!! The building itself is gorgeous. It has really pretty finishings with a nice soft glow inside. This is a great place to go for a treat, and if you order like we did, you'll have days worth of leftovers! read more

Right in the heart of Gold Coast Chicago is this lovely restaurant nestled next to the amazing Viceroy Hotel. Love the space totally. Views are amazing. Bar downstairs is great and you can get drinks and eat there as well. Upstairs offers another bar and amazing seating with an amazing view of the atrium. Menu was impressive and not overwhelming. I had the French Toast and Chicken and I must say the French Toast was the fluffiest I've ever had and chicken did not disappoint. You can order glasses of mimosas or Bellini's (no bottomless ) but you can order Champions Punch. Servers were attentive and considerate. I can't wait to come back read more

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Came in for restaurant week. Sat at the bar where service was not good. Took too long to be greeted or acknowledged and when I was, it was in a very unfriendly tone. Food was nothing special. My main course was undercooked and had to be sent back, only to be prepared exactly the same. Dessert was good. read more

Brunch review I've been to Somerset twice now for brunch and have had a great experience both times! They DO take reservations for brunch, which is a huge plus. It's a beautiful restaurant with a great outdoor patio upfront and two levels inside plus a bar. Most importantly, the food has been phenomenal. For starters they have some great pastries, especially the cinnamon roll and coffee cake. Those are plenty big enough to share. There are lots of great entree options too. The fried chicken & french toast is legit! You should definitely try it at least once, and come HUNGRY. The french toast is also amazing and my wife has enjoyed the veggie scramble. Service has been outstanding both times as well; they have a very friendly and helpful staff. Somerset is a great addition to the Chicago brunch scene, cant wait to keep coming back! read more

My girlfriend and I decided to stop by Somerset for lunch before heading back from our staycation. We started off with the spring pea hummus and the sweet corn and salt cod fritters. We loved both! The vegetables were very refreshing, and the crackers went really well with everything. The fritters were also very delicious. For the main dishes, I ordered the crispy chicken sandwich and she ordered the mushroom gnocchetti. She enjoyed her gnocchetti. I wasn't so pleased with the sandwich. I was not a fan of the sweet pickles inside the sandwich. Also, while the breading was crunchy, I felt there was too much of it. Fries were decent. Overall, the food was pretty good along with great service! read more

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