Stanley&#x27;s Grill

I've been wanting to try Tivoli Tavern for SO long! As everyone knows, getting a reservation here…read morecan be a struggle since people are seriously on their A-game the second reservations go live. We happened to already be in the city that day and somehow got lucky finding a reservation close to the time we were already nearby, so we knew we had to take our chance! The whole place is beautiful and has such a cozy, classic Chicago feel. I would absolutely come back, but next time I really want to sit outside because their outdoor patio is gorgeous. The staff was also super friendly and really helpful with recommendations throughout the night. We started with the warm Parker House rolls, which were so soft, fluffy, buttery, and delicious. Then we shared the vodka rigatoni, and the portion was definitely big enough for two people to split. So creamy, comforting, and really good. Of course we had to end with one of their classics, the sticky date cake, and OMG. Soooo good. Warm, rich, sweet, and the perfect way to finish dinner. Definitely worth finally checking off my list, and I'd happily come back again, especially for a patio night!

This is an intimate and fun Italian style restaurant. Their outdoor seating is fun, on cobblestone…read morestreets, with umbrellas and perfect in the summer. The inside is extremely intimate and beautiful. The food was good. I wouldn't say it's fantastic compared to all the other places Chicago has to offer.. their sticky date cake speaks to the 4 star review. This cake tasted like a delicious butter cake and oh my gosh I want it again. Our server was very kind and attentive. They served us extremely quick and our food was out in no time. The bread, on the other hand was seriously to die for. Try the truffle bread with butter!

Gelato & sticky date cake

Crispy Shrimp Roll, fish, Steak Frites, Spicy Orecchiette

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Butterfinger pie

Au Cheval

4.4(9.6k reviews)

Amazing food. Arrived around 3pm and table was ready In 30 minutes…read more Server was attentive and checked on us throughout our meal. The cheeseburger is delicious!!! Hashbrowns were crispy and tasty. They had a nice outdoor seating area as well.

We'd made a lunch reservation at Au Cheval in advance, which wasn't too hard for a Monday. The…read moreinterior was smaller than I'd expected but so classic and stylish. We were seated at a comfortable booth near the window. For drinks, I chose the Citrus Ritual mocktail, which I loved - so well-made and refreshing. I also got a Single Cheeseburger with the added egg and an order of French Fries to share with my coworker. I was a bit confused because it turns out a single cheeseburger at Au Cheval is actually a double because it comes with two beef patties. Personally, I would've just preferred one. Otherwise, it was a very nice burger, but I can't say it changed my brain chemistry. The French Fries were also tasty. Service was incredibly professional, attentive, and quick. Worth the visit!

Welcome

Single Cheeseburger

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Crispy Fries & Potato Hash

Bar Siena

4.2(2.4k reviews)

This is a good bar to stop by in the West Loop. The server, Anne, and the manager, Lura, were…read moreattentive and delightful. Thank you!

We recently took a large party from work for lunch at Bar Siena. Beautiful restaurant, fantastic…read moreservice, great food. There is indoor and outdoor seating and both are elegant. Outside, vibrant with hanging flowers and tasteful covers. Inside is bright with stark woods and black accents creating a classy but casual atmosphere. We had a table of 8, and our waiter was on point, making great suggestions, was charismatic and did a great job. Every time service came, there was help to expedite the service. We ordered the calamari and meatballs for appetizers. Both were exceptional. They went quickly. I couldn't get pictures. I had the focaccia with prosciutto which was a suggestion and it was the perfect blend of savory and sweet...fantastic. Likewise, my rigatoni was exceptional. Most of the table had their signature burger and they raved about it. If you're in Chicago looking for really solid Italian food, I highly recommend Bar Sienna.

Industrial bar

Parmesan Potato Skins appetizer

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Front corner

Bandit

4.0(678 reviews)

I popped in here solely to have a drink and use the facilities and found myself wishing I had spent…read moremore time here or had room for a bite to eat. The bar service was excellent - a cold beer and finally, a shot of Malort were in order. The bartenders were very welcoming and clearly making sure all of the patrons were having a good time. The restrooms were oddly decorated - the women's restroom is plastered all over with images of Justin Timberlake, while Britney Spears adorns the walls of the men's room. Luckily, her pics aren't current - they are from her hot era. What a cool spot if you are a local or a tourist - I'll be sure to pop in on my next visit to Chicago, for sure.

I'd recommend this place if you're in the area. It's in a great location, there's plenty of space,…read moreand the food is good. Would I go out of my way to visit, no. During my visit, the servers were..odd. They weren't unfriendly but perhaps collectively tired. Nevertheless, I had a southwestern salad turned into a wrap (this was very good) along with waffle fries and dipping sauce. I'd go back for that meal. My friend says her burger was very good as well.

Christmas decorations

Chilaquiles

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Espresso Martini

The Dearborn

4.4(2.8k reviews)

2.4 mi•The Loop

This was my second visit to The Dearborn, and the food and service were both on point. We ordered…read morethe salmon tataki, fish and chips, Wellington burger, and Midwest fried chicken. Everything was well prepared, but the fried chicken was the standout, especially with the hot sauce adding another level of flavor. The staff stayed attentive throughout dinner and even replaced our plates between rounds, which was a level of service I wasn't expecting. I also respected seeing the owner personally making the rounds, stopping at every table to check on the guests and the food. Calm atmosphere, solid hospitality, and a kitchen that delivers.

OMG! Walk, run, sprint here to get the FISH N CHIPS THAT ACTUALLY BEAT BOBBY FLAY. The executive…read morechef and now chef partner, Aaron Cuschieri, is absolutely amazingly talented. I am used to really good fish and chips... I've never had better fish and chips than Tom Douglas's Mr. Fish in Seattle, UNTIL NOW!!!! Wow, wow wow wow! Do not pass GO, do not read the menu, just order the darn fish and chips! It might be a whole heart attack on a plate... But it doesn't matter... You can walk all of Chicago and burn it off. I decided to work out before I came here for this big splurge and I'm so glad I did. I can see that this is the theater district... And you could come here before a show fish and chips and have the best night of your entire life! I can't wait to try more of this chef's food! I'm BEYOND INSPIRED! ps great beers here toooooi!

1.6 mi•Fulton Market, West Loop, Near West Side

$12 Martinis for Martini Mondays

New Spring Menu

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Spring desserts

Fora

3.9(120 reviews)

Casual dining

Happy hour specials

Wow, what a great spot for lunch. I had the meatball sand and it was EXCELLENT. Wow, soooo…read moredelicious. Service is spectacular Hard to believe it's in the Emily hotel...

My parent company is headquartered right next to The Emily Hotel so I know the Fora restaurant…read morewell. Food is consistent if not pretty good and service is always great. I've had every meal here and most of the menu, no complaints. Only major bummer is that they no longer serve breakfast on weekdays. Had the crispy chicken sandwich without the bun for dinner, as well as the beet salad to start and tiramisu for dessert. I'll be back, every 6-8 weeks!

Chef's charcuterie

Orange Wine Sangria

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Octopus

HIDE+SEEK

4.0(392 reviews)

I brought a friend to celebrate her birthday at HIDE + SEEK for her special dinner. It was perfect…read more The room is snazzy and stylish. The lighting was glamorous and impressive. The music was perfect. Service was exceptional. Our server was enthusiastic and very helpful. He ensured my friend felt special. We ordered several things to share. We loved it all. The salad was so fresh and everything else was just as tasty. My friend enjoyed THREE desserts they brought out for her. The customized menu was the perfect touch.

Got there a bit early and grabbed a cocktail at the bar while waiting for my friend. The host and…read morebartender were really nice. Cocktail was good. Average prices. Ordered the burger for brunch, felt there was minimal brunch options that didn't feel like lunch food. Everything was decent/ ok. My biggest issue is it was brunch and there was NO coffee. Allegedly the coffee machine is broke? I mean? You can't even get an old school coffee pot to serve coffee? Instead their solution was that I leave brunch and go next door and get coffees from levain bakery. Then I ordered a burger and they didn't have ranch for the fries??? Now they have salads on the menu so the fact they don't have ranch is weird. Overall staff was nice but the food was average and no coffee at weekend brunch was disappointing. I wouldn't go back.

Immaculate bathrooms!

Sticky Ribs

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The Dutchess

Girl & The Goat

4.4(10.8k reviews)

•$$$

Coming here for brunch has become a weekend routine. I've tried everything on the menu at this…read morepoint and have enjoyed everything! Reservations aren't required, but recommended, especially for dinner, as slots fill up way in advance.

Spectacularly delicious meal. Really cool vibes inside and the wait staff is amazing. Constantly…read morecleaning the table and refilling water that's already in the table. Pork shack was so good. Highly recommend it, but u did hate the sauces that came with it. The carnation please dessert I would skip the next time I go, but the pork shank and bread is perfect.

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Americano, Lincoln Park

3.6(160 reviews)

1.4 mi•Lincoln Park

Went here for their daily happy hour which includes weekends, 4-6pm. Was happy with our drinks, the…read moreespresso martini was a highlight loved the little toasted marshmallow. Fries were also delicious and the 1$ oysters were a good deal, not the best oysters but for a dollar I was happy. Burger was also good. Staff were very nice and attentive. The host was sweet and sat us right was and our server was amazing. Constantly checking on us and was so friendly. Very cute vibe on the inside, nicely decorated a lot of seating. Honestly a little pricey but the happy hour made it worth it.

Been meaning to try this HH for a while! This place is attached to hotel Lincoln so it essentially…read moreserves as the hotel bar and restaurant. It was good! The inside feels kind of like Gemini with open windows, modern fixtures etc. The service was good overall, and they fixed a drink when I didn't like it. The happy hours is definitely worth it to get the burger and fries. Both were decently sized and worth the $15 price. The burger had a lot of toppings, including a sauce and pickled onions and a very good amount of pickles. The Caesar salad honestly was not good, tasted very artificial and I probably would only try their sandwiches or appetizers if I went back. The truffle fries didn't have a strong truffle flavor, but I like the shoe string shape and they come with ketchup and mayo. But overall, a cute place, an easy walk in and a good patio!

Relaxing Weekday hang out

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The Oakville Grill & Cellar

4.1(275 reviews)

•$$$

The Oakville always impresses…read more I met a friend for an al fresco lunch. The weather and ambiance were perfect. Set back off the street under a nice awning, surrounded by greenery we enjoyed a leisurely lunch. We ordered several things to share. Everything was impressive. The spinach dip was rich and full of flavor. The truffle fries were so decadent. The mild fried chicken sandwich was piping hot and super crunchy with a soft bun. We finished with chocolate creme brûlée. The hazelnut added to the perfection. The hostess was incredibly sweet and helpful. Our server was a nice guy. He wasn't super personable but still offered kind service. I've had the opportunity to try lunch, dinner and takeout. I have been so happy with everything on each occasion.

This is the most overpriced and underwhelming restaurant in Chicago!…read more We did a wine tasting earlier this summer that was amazing so we thought we should to back for dinner and try their food. What a mistake! Our waiter was definitely on some sort of stimulent drug. He tried to rush us to order then didn't come back for a long time. We place the order and our food took around 45 min to an hour to get to our table. The waiter came to the table right when the food was dropped off before I could even take a bite. He never came back to the table to check on us. I got the steak frites (medium rare) and the steak was cold to the touch and raw inside. It was so gross that I couldn't eat any of it and told the bus boy to take it off my bill when he came to take our plates. He asked me if I wanted it wrapped up as it was completely untouched and I was like no, thanks. The frites were some dehydrated potato shoe string thing that was extremely over salted and inconsistent texture. Some were crispy and some were soggy. You have to buy bread (there are 2 options) at around $15 each. Luckily there are a ton of better restaurants in the area to get a good meal with decent service.

The entrance. She's GORGEOUS.

Potato Salad Deviled Eggs

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Naol K.

3 years ago

One of the nasty food there is please try something else Grilled Chicken Sandwich nasty asf read more

Billy M.

14 years ago

Good and cheap. Chicken is definitely the go-to here. I actually like there breakfast too.

Marko P.

8 years ago

This place use to be good. Soup sucks, food is lack luster.

Arthur L.

12 years ago

The men's room stunk so bad, that I couldn't go in there.

Bill B.

5 years ago

Fantastic chicken! Fast service

Stanley's Grill - tradamerican - Updated September 2026

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