Oddly, our favorite place we ate in Chicago was this lil Southern-style eatery on the south side of…read moretown. The ordering setup is overwhelming: long ass line where you take a number. Luckily, the food comes out FAST. We got various very varied dishes: everything from Chicken and Waffles to salads...all were excellent, dare-I-say "best-in-class"! It took everything in us to not just keep coming back here for lunch...every damn time.

The set up of the restaurant was quick and efficient. You order when you enter and your food is…read moredelivered to your table. Everything is pretty self service. The wait time for the food wasn't long, and the food was delicious. Shrimp and grits were hearty and savory. Breakfast potatoes were the perfect consistency. The beignets served as a nice cap on breakfast.

I keep trying these Cheval burgers and it's just not for me. I can't understand the hype. I didn't…read moreenjoy the food but the service was fast and friendly. The outside seating area is cool although I heard people complaining about the dogs out there. If you're in the neighborhood and want a burger it is that.

I have been going to this location since it opened so I reached out to them personally about this…read moreissue. No response, which is disappointing. They have switched to bigger buns, which are just too much bread. I thought it was lazy that they didn't even spread the sauce around at all. I could barely detect the grilled onions and I asked for extra pickles but got just a few. Because of all of this, the burger was dry and flavorless. The 2 stars are exclusively off the strength of the aioli and fries.

Great food. Reasonable prices. Liked the location. If it's good enough for the Obamas, it's good…read moreenough for me!

Valois decent i aint gone lie now they aint messin wit…read moredaleys on 63rd..but they cool ..them big fat azz biscuits is good i aint gone lie

This used to be the go-to local bar to blow off steam after a tough day at work. The clientele is…read morecomprised of a really cool mix of local south- siders (read: White Sox fans!) and UChicago staff/students. There is an epic wall mural that features different aspects of the city, including a huge Barack Obama head. As I said: epic. The bar is separated into two distinct parts, divided by a counter/tables in the center (you have to walk all the way around if you want to switch sides or move at the tables). On one side is the bar and a few TVs to watch the games, giving it a louder sports bar kind of vibe. On the other side there are a bunch of tables--almost like picnic tables. It feels very communal and laid-back. It's a place you can sip on drinks and easily spend time with a group of friends. The Cove is very group-friendly. My favorite part? My friend brings his dog there and it's no problem. Is this bar a dive? Yes. Do I care? No. Do I actually love it? Absolutely. Best bar on the area, hands down.

The owner Sonnie Kireta and his security Milton Brawner used excessive force brutally assaulting my…read moreson who was a 3 year patron. My son had to leave in a ambulance,. had to go through wound care and physical therapy, unfortunately he had to learn that no where is a safe space and Bars in Hyde Park are not safe just because it is Hyde Par. Milton the security and owner had been drinking as well that night that's what I was told.. Beware this is not a safe place. The matter is still allegedly still being investigated we n witnesses it wss April 23 2026 because they won't release the entire video footage because it probably would incriminate the. I am still disgusted! I guess they have special privileges... Cancel the Cove .....

This is a good review because of the service provided by our waiter Mario, and the food which was…read morewell-prepared. Don't be confused--I WAS DISAPPOINTED! There were three major misses: 1) NO COFFEE was available until we were halfway through our meal--10am breakfast on a Sunday and no coffee is available//REALLY(?); 2) It was much more humid inside than was necessary given the temperature outside--turn on your air//it was stuffy; and, 3) I specifically asked in the reservation notes to be seated as privately as possible as this was an HR-related business meeting. I was seated one foot away from another table when other seating possibilities were available that were more private--clearly my note was not looked at before I was seated even though I asked if she'd seen my reservation. After being seated I asked if I could slide my table over as there was a wide open table to my right but a table a foot away to the left. The hostess accommodated the request, but 15 minutes later someone slid a table from the row in front of us to the space directly next to our table. The breakfast was good--"Big Benny" (Eggs Benedict's) was delicious according to my guest, and the "Make It A Classic" (2 eggs, hash browns, toast, bacon or sausage) was as advertised. My only negative on the food is the hash-browns tasted like potatoes out of a bag and were not warm so definitely not cooked to order despite the wait.

We decided to eat here after visiting the Presidential Obama Center, my first time. The service was…read moregood but I think the chefs were struggling with the orders as something was missing from each of our entree or added something that we omitted. Anyway I got the Gumbo and by golly it was delicious and had a nice kick to it. I also got the shrimp po-boy it was okay but I asked for onions and there were none. I will come back for breakfast/brunch and try again though! It's nestled at the bottom of a beautiful condo building and parking on the street.

This was an amazing experience. We sat in the enclosed patio. It was early and we ate off the Happy…read moreHour special menu. You had an alcohol beverage (or non) and two appetizers for one low price. Alexis made this amazing drink- one with vodka and one virgin. It was lavender syrup, ginger beer muddled with mint and a beautiful sprig of mint garnish. It tasted devine! We shared the 6 apps: hot honey catfish sliders; hot honey wings and fries; two orders of shrimp and grits; fried green tomatoes. I definitely will be back. Excellent food and service.

I really wanted to love this place but I did not have the best experience! Went with my best friend…read morefor happy hour and we tried everything in the video plus drinks. - The hot Hot Honey Catfish Sliders and NAFSI Wings were really good - The fries were completely cold and we had to have them bring out some fresh ones - The shrimp and grits was soooooo salty and we were disappointed I do plan on going back to give it another chance because I liked the vibe and location.

Loved how quiet, comfortable, and relaxed our visit was on a Sunday afternoon. We were seated…read moreimmediately, and although there were only a few other parties, I was honestly surprised by how empty it stayed. We ordered the crab linguine and the steak sandwich, and both were delicious. The cocktails were fresh, flavorful, and definitely boozy! I'd come back for those alone. The space is cozy but roomy enough for both date night and larger groups. It's also connected to a hotel, which was news to me, and parking was easy. Definitely a place worth checking out!

Was hopeful about this spot given its ambiance and convenient location right near the Obama…read morePresidential Center, but overall, it fell pretty flat on value and execution. The menu is quite overpriced for what you actually get - the portion sizes are relatively tiny, and left me hungry after finishing. The bangers and mash, while having a good flavor, could have really used something crunchy, like warm crusty bread, crackers, or breadsticks, to contrast with the wateriness of the sauce. The service was really nice and attentive however. Between the light portions, steep check, and lack of dish balance though, the experience just didn't deliver.

Came 8 am on a Tuesday (website says they open at 7 am) and they are closed. Wasted drive smhread more

Saw an Instagram post about Grand Rising. Now that I moved to the edge of Metro Chicago, it's a…read moretrek for me. A friend wanted to meet for breakfast, so I made the drive back into the city. The catfish was a highlight. The grits were regular. I should have asked for some cheese in them, at minimum. The short stack of pancakes was enough without making the meal be too heavy. Nice atmosphere. Relatively quiet. Not a whole lot of activity. But it was worth the drive back into the city.

The food service and ambience were all winners. I'm not sure how I missed that. This establishment…read morewas a thing. Every single thing that I ordered exceeded my expectations and I cannot wait to return. Reservations are recommended.

Loved the decor butt the service was lacking. The restaurant wasn't full when I went in, but…read moreservice was slow and I took them a bit to give me my check. The two dishes I ordered came out quickly. The food was all right. The jerk chicken taco was not five dollars. It could have been bigger with more filling. The coconut shrimp had great flavor. The pineapple ginger soda was really really good. I haven't had that kind in a while.

Food was good! I had the veggie skillet for breakfast, and my only complaint was the broccoli…read more Broccoli for breakfast just threw me off a little. Now those biscuits? They were DELICIOUS!! Just needed some apple butter. Ms. Lynn took great care of us, and every staff member we came across was friendly and welcoming. We did have to wait a little while to be seated, but once we got in, everything was smooth. Overall, I'd definitely come back and eat here again!

Food was delicious, service was great. Chose this restaurant because of the location that was not…read moretoo far from The Obama Library. Nice atmosphere and rich in history.