Table, Donkey, Stick is fairly renowned for their unique pizza and highly rated burgers. Tonight, I finally tried the burger. I had heard that this burger rivaled some of the best in the city, from Au Cheval to Mott St. Having finally had it, I'm not sure it is quite in that company. Quality ingredients, super fresh, but the patty lacking in overall flavor to rank it among those elite spots. The two best things about the burger, besides the ooey gooey cheese? The incredible toasted bun, and the delicious sliced pickles, which provide a perfect sweet balance to the sandwich. Well above average, but not quite elite. I look forward to trying the pizza in the future! read more

Table, Donkey and Stick - Burger - Modern European Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Picked this restaurant solely based on the name and I'm so happy I did. From the start, the service and the atmosphere were fantastic. Bartender crafted a cocktail for me with Chartreuse and it was amazing. Server Manuel gave great recommendations. My favorites (in order): 1. Beef Cheek Coquettes 2. Pumpkin Seed Lentil Dip 3. Polenta Both the Sunny Ridge & Blumenkase cheeses were also great. read more

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Drop by for a quick dinner and the service was amazing. The waitress was knowledgeable, personable, and professional. Food was amazing. I loved the steak and love the vibe of the restaurant. Highly suggest and can't wait to go back! read more

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Came here for a night cap since we always pass this place. It looks very unassuming from the outside but the inside was very cozy and full of people. We sat at the bar and learned they have a wide assortments of beers and wines that rotate very frequently. I ended up getting recommended a tasty Chardonnay and really enjoyed it, especially considering I typically don't like them. Excited to come back read more

I really wanted to rate this place higher. Perhaps I'll go back and get thhd chance to. It has a bagful of intangibles that make it so like-able. Unassuming small space that's easy to miss, as if almost intentionally so. An excellent selection of craft brews. An exotic and skillfully curated cocktail menu. Cool looking hipster staff that are way too nice to be actual hipsters. But the food. It was so salty. My god. It all looks and smells delicious. And I do not shy away from seasoning. At. All. Both the boudin and sirloin were sodium atomic bombs. It's days later and just thinkingg about it makes me want to chug a gatorade. Maybe the kitchen had an off night? Maybe my food accidentally got seasoned twice?? Maybe I'll be back? Unsolved mysteries..... read more

Table, Donkey and Stick - Modern European Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

So I found out about Table, Donkey and Stick because the Chicago Tribune rated this place as the best burger in 2019 and my friend's Instagram handle (Windycityburgerreviews) rated this place in the top 5. I stopped by on a weekday night right at opening at 5pm and sat at the bar. It's a really cool place with rustic almost western feel even though it's European. Reminded me a western style Owen & Engine. I think I only saw about 3 people come in from 5pm to when I left around 6pm, but could imagine it getting way more busy as I was early. I ordered and Old Fashioned with Michter's rye and I will have to say I think it was the best Old Fashioned I have had in Chicago. That ranking used to go to Acadia, which is now closed. Then I started off things with the Chef's choice charcuterie board. The spread was incredible! Their homemade bread was sooo good and it was warm/fluffy! The Duck Liver Mousse was excellent and the cheeses were so good too! But don't forget about the honey, nuts, mustard, and cabbage. Those were excellent palette cleansers and super flavorful as well! The charcuterie board was the best I have had in Chicago too! Onto the burger. The bun was crispy and a tad dry as they burn it slightly. I liked it crispy, but maybe some butter on the bun would make it not as dry. The burger patty was kinda meh. It was very juicy as it was medium rare and I almost thought it was a little undercooked. I like my steaks medium rare, but my burgers medium. The best part of the burger was the toppings. The cheese was insanely good, the aioli was excellent, and the pickle added a nice touch. The burger reminded me Acadia due to the messiness, which is a good thing! I rated the burger a 7.33, which puts it at 15th on my list. Service was very good and prices were average/high for a higher quality meal in Chicago. I probably wouldn't get the burger again as I think it was overhyped. But I would definitely get the charcuterie board again and try some other cocktails as the Old Fashioned was excellent. Overall, this is a very good spot in Logan Square and I would love to try it again! read more

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Amazing place that you wouldn't even expect just walking by it in the winter. They make their charcuterie in house and have tons of different and unique choices. We opted for chefs selection that had 3 meats and 3 cheeses. I died for everything on the chefs selection plate, all of it comes with a fresh baked loaf of bread hot from the oven. I also highly recommend the mini potato latkes with the horseradish Aioli !! Lots more to try here.... Will def be back read more

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Wish I can give them a 6-star since it tastes better than many of my 5-star places lol. Everything was delish, but the meat & cheese platter was phenomenal! We got the Duck Liver Mousse, Smoked Pork Loin, Emmengoat, and Grand Noir. I never thought a charcuterie & cheese platter can be that tasty. My husband said we would come back after one bite into the food lol. Although I'm not a huge cheese fan, those two kinds were so good. The marriage of the duck liver mousse and smoked pork loin is also amazing. Potato Latkes was a good side dish to share. The potato was crispy and had great flavor to it. This is a must-have starter that no one can stop eating. Burger was juicy and Suckling Pig, pulled pork molded to a cube with skin on top, was flavorful. We will definitely go back and try other options for the meat & cheese platter! read more

Table, Donkey and Stick - Burger, Suckling Pig, and Potato Latkes - Modern European Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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It was a perfect day for patio seating, so we sat inside. Just kidding. The patio is smallish; I think about nine or so tables out there. Everyone seemed to have the same idea so the inside remained empty as the patio was hoppin. I think they rotate the menus pretty often, so the one off their website won't always be accurate. We split a gravlax app with a cheese (I forgot which, she ordered it) and if you order two charcuterie, you get bread included, WOW! Loved the appetite whetters. My main was the duck, cooked perfectly at a medium-rare. Definitely one of the best dishes I've had in a long time. I can't speak for the.. I think it was pig shoulder? It looked good though and she said it was, so it musta been. Laid back and unassuming vibe. Definitely would recommend. read more

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I've been walking by this place for almost a year and finally found the time to drop in and it was exactly what I had hoped for. It's got a high alpine, European vibe from the decor to the menu and the wine selection. My wife and I sat at the bar, and had a wonderful experience chatting with bartender and sampling the menu. I highly recommend ALL of their bread, the baguette especially was extremely well done. We thoroughly enjoyed the chef cheese selection with their red blend by the glass, and the potato latkes are too good to only order one of. We didn't get entrees during our first visit but we'll be back shortly! read more

Frankly obsessed with this place and consider it somewhere I would be personally willing to gatekeep only so I can keep getting seats at the bar. Everyone who works there is super friendly and helpful and dont make fun of you for asking for things like "an apple forward white wine". I go back for the duck pate alone but the charcuterie selection all rocks. Its just so charming, I dont know a better word for it but its exactly the place you want to park yourself after work with your pals and yap over wine and cheese. I know I just said that I'm obsessed with sitting at the bar but the real treat is the back patio when the weather allows it. Just such an inviting place. read more

The neighborhood vibe really made it feel cozy sitting outside, and enjoying some beverages like an IPA, followed with an Austrian Wine from 2015. We had the pork belly and peach terrine, the duck liver mousse, and some pretty outstanding cheeses. The stinkier the cheese, the happier I am, not even gonna lie. For the small plates, we did the potato latkes which were crunchy and the beef cheek croquettes, I don't even know where else you'll find something like this, these were encased in a flaky shell but so tender and flavorful. The first large plate was the sweet corn risotto, it was okay, mainly because I thought it had too much salt. As for the burger, because as a burger girlie, I had to try it. It really had a distinct taste from the smoked Swiss, horseradish aioli, and the caramelized onions. The dessert was impeccable, the bruleed watermelon was sweet in the right kind of way, and I didnt feel as bad indulging, it felt a little clean ya know. The currant sticky pudding was my favorite and that pudding was dense and had a light savory side to it read more

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Great atmosphere - we sat in the back area which consisted of a few long family style tables. Sometimes this can be awkward with noise levels and conversation but I didn't feel that it was too quite to have intimate conversation with a group! We started with the latkes, beef cheek croquettes, and duck prosciutto. Keep in mind that the menu is always changing - sometimes daily! This will keep you coming back to try new things. The latkes were a great alternative to a french fry, served in small little square with aioli on the side. The duck prosciutto was a crowd pleaser served with delicata squash and a backyard apple blend. For our large plate, we ordered the burger - cooked perfectly medium rare on a delicious pretzel bun! Our server was easygoing and offered suggestions. I would love to come back here to try some other things. Go check this place out. read more

We tried table, donkey, and stick after hearing it won so many bib gourmands. We tried the charcuterie with 2 meats and 2 cheeses - $29 the charcuterie was VERY yummy and the bread was a nice portion size. My favorite of the options was the darker cheese pictured although I can't remember the name The cheese burger was pretty good, the meat cooked medium and the sourdough bun slightly charred. I think I would have liked either less char or more sauce to taste the food better. Our service was excellent, and we had lots of water refills. I think this restaurant is worth a try if you're willing to splurge, but maybe not in the tippy top echelon of meals read more

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The staff makes you feel welcomed. Even before we came, they checked with me if we want to be seated by the kitchen counter given the cold weather so we got to see the kitchen action a bjt(a chef is working on some desserts) Everything is carefully prepared. Every dish has a unique set of textures that work with each other so well I am also a big fan of the decor inside the restaurant read more

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A breath of fresh air into the Chicago dining scene - will definitely be back. Note: the wine list (though small) is quite interesting read more

Table, Donkey and Stick - Radish tagliatelle - Modern European Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Table, Donkey and Stick has been on my list for a while and was finally glad to be able to try them. Even though it's during COVID, they were open. They had their tables socially distant. They had a back patio. The staff was all masked and keeping their distance when appropriate. As guests, we felt very safe about the situation. For reservations, they are very strict with the fact that each reservation was for 1.5 hours.This is plenty of time for dining and drinking. Their menu is small so it makes decisions a little easier to make. The food: Cheese & Charcuterie Plate - a delicious little spread with lots of different little consumables including honey, candied nuts, etc. Prosciutto - came deliciously over greens, served with potato and berry creme fraiche Carrot Green Fettucine - lemon butter deliciousness cooked to perfection, a small portion size from the looks, but perfectly filling TLDR: Table, Donkey and Stick is definitely worth checking out. The food is fantastic and the portions are on the small side in a good way. And it's so delicious that you don't and won't have leftovers. Cannot wait to go back and try more things. read more

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We've been meaning to check this place out for years. The wait was worth it. We did the Valentine's tasting menu and everything was spectacular (well maybe not the chocolate cake but it was still really good). Can't wait to come back and try out the menu and the burger. read more

Felt very safe eating here. Staff kept distance/mask/cleaned tables and chairs after each patron. Food was very flavorful. Their signature burger was amazing! read more

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I was here for a birthday dinner for a friend with a semi-large group (about 10 people) and had a lovely experience. The most challenging thing for me about this restaurant was finding it because it is rather small and it was dark when I arrived. Once inside, I loved the vibes of the place- very cosy and welcoming- with a great staff to greet us. On Google the restaurant is described as eclectic, and that feels like a perfect term to describe it! Our server was very pleasant and attentive. The food was very tasty as well. We ordered a lot of different things for the table and shared them amongst the group. The charcuterie and cheese plates were lovely, but my favorite bite was the potato latkes- I probably could have eaten several orders of those myself. The restaurant also had many vegetarian and vegan options which was nice for those who desired those options. I would definitely come back here again! read more

I am truly baffled as to how this place is still in business. It must be for the drinks because it can't be for the food. We would never go back here and we certainly can't recommend it (for food): - roasted beet salad: this is one of the worst salads I've ever had. The ingredients and dressing do not at all go together. - we had some lentil dish with asparagus: this dish was actually tasty but the lentils were scorching hot and we're 99.9% sure they were warmed up in the microwave. The asparagus was ok but the knives were too dull and I couldn't at all cut them at all. - burger: the quality of the meat patty was actually good. Unfortunately, the bun was so dry that it ruined the whole thing. Also, absolutely nothing comes with it. It was just a little lonely burger on a big plate. - steak: husband said it was fine but nothing to write home about If you're looking for good, solid food go to Gretel; they never disappoint. read more

Omgoodness!! Wow!! This was a welcome surprise, to say the least. The food was OUTSTANDING on ALL fronts! We tried something from each "category" and I had some of the most delicious white wine - Super dry. The food was very well made and locally sourced. Well explained by our Fabulous server that introduced us to Lemon Drop peppers, to spice things up....tho I did not partake. Had an absolute FABULOUS time and would HIGHLY recommend every part of this place. Get your reservations early....It's SO worth it. read more

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Psst, guys. This place is participating in Chicago Restaurant Week 2018. GO! ########## I came here with a friend last summer using "A La Card"; it's a 52-deck of cards with a unique restaurant description on each, offering a $10 discount when you bring the card to dine. Regardless of what might convince you to step through the doors, your meal will be one to remember. (I basically wrote a memo 6 months prior, and I think it's time for the review to surface.) Between two, here is all we consumed: Mixed Spirits: B.A.P.P.: tequila dimmi, agave, lime juice, basil, plum bitters, seltzer Garden Party: deaths door gin, jamaican bitters #2, sage, honey, lime juice Small Plates: smoked mackerel (vegetable escabeche, basil) guanciale (blueberry, endive) served with sunflower oat toast Bigger Plates: roasted farm carrots: mole verde, garnet mustards, pepita oil mousse spaghetti squash (soup): seared pork belly, shiitake mushroom, mushroom broth, serrano, soy twice fried half chicken: buttermilk & tds #1 spice marinade, chow chow, hot sauce Table, Donkey & Stick proudly supports local farmers and Green Street Market. Their menu will feature items in season. We had come on a warm summer evening (I think it was Sunday) and were seated in the back patio, which you will find after being led through the length of the restaurant. Read the restaurant's "Story" and find the inspiration behind the name. I would agree the experience felt like a refuge, an "auberge de montagne or berghaus for hikers in the Alps" to find a cozy place to rest. As the drinks and food warmed us, the conversation flowed deeper, as it tends to with my dear philosophical/theological friend. We were discussing 'sabbath,' observed by some as a day of rest to abstain from work. How life-giving it is to carve out those times for ourselves. If not shaped by days of the week nor a faith-based persuasion, then maybe taking the form of two friends catching up under muted stars, losing track of time, under the glow of string lights. read more

Came here for dinner recently and was pleasantly surprised. It lived up to the hype. The place is tiny and reservation is recommended or showing up early, as capacity is quite small. The menu is small and always changing. The food is of great quality and is nicely priced. Everything is a la carte. Service was solid, but could have been a little busier. The place was fairly busy, but food was timely and always hot and fresh. The pretzel, small plate, was nice and freshly made, wasn't a huge fan of the beer cheese, but that's okay. The sweet potato bubespitzle was good and well flavored. They also have a nice wine and cocktail list I recommend trying out. All in all, good experience and will stop by again when new menu is out. read more

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The staff is amazing especially our waiter Manu who helped us through the menu. His recommendations were spot on. Cocktails are great. Potato Latkes are crisp and delicious. You must get an assortment of house charcuterie. Afterwards, my husband and I split three small plates (lamb sausage, duck prosciutto, and beef check croquettes) which were fabulous. read more

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This is hands down one of the best places I have ever eaten! A group of 4 of us went for a Friday night dinner reservation. We all ordered different things and everyone tried it all. I really recommend doing this because you will want to - and should - try it all! We started with a bottle of red to share. We got the full cheese plate and the charcuterie plate. My favorites from those were the mustard and the cheeses but all of it was delicious! For entrees we ordered a combination of 5 small and large plates. Most notable we liked the CDK Farm Burger, Peas & Brie Toast, and the Purple Barley Asparagus Risotto. read more

Very good experience! Will go there again! Gluten free and vegan options! Recommend

Overview: a very cute, cozy spot and off the beaten path. Service excellent and the food was good. I would definitely recommend and will be back to try more dishes. Continue reading for more details. Vibes and service: I highly recommend making a reservation due to how small the restaurant is. The staff is kind, attentive and very helpful with the menu. Food: I went with a group of three and we shared everything. -we started with 2 selections of charcuterie (pork rillettes and mortadella) and 2 cheeses (chiriboga and ameribella). They were served with an amazing bread and each was accompanied with various chutney's to compliment the meat or cheese. A surprising stand out for myself was the soft pork rillette spread- it was flavorful and cured perfectly! I have officially learned that I am not personally a fan of mortadella- but that's a taste preference- it was prepared beautifully! -potato latkes: they were crispy on the outside and delicious soft and well seasoned on the inside. I've never seen such a creative take on potato latkes. My only issue was ours came over salted which took away from the flavors of the dish. So if you are salt sensitive, ask for them to be lightly salted if possible. - tomato and melon salad: this was a refreshing and light salad. We really loved it but if you aren't looking for a salad or are in between this and trying something new- you could pass. The almond vinaigrette was light and not overly done but with the seasons changing, I imagine this won't be available for long. -sunchokes with apple butter: first, the apples used for this dish came from the back yard and were crispy and tart. It was an excellent pairing with the mustard sauce (very light if you don't like mustard) and sunchokes. I don't frequently eat sunchokes and these were delicious. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside- they tasted they amazing small potatoes. I really enjoyed this bite. -CDK farm burger: this was a great and an excellent bite to end with. It's not my favorite burger I've had in Chicago but the burger itself cooked medium and was juicy. The sauce and extras were delicious. In my opinion, this was great and you couldn't go wrong with getting this when you come here. For dessert we got the cookie. I enjoyed it but it is very seed heavy and not super soft. If those two descriptors won't work for you then I would pass on the cookie. read more

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Chicago has some popular boutique restaurants, some nice, some okay, some borderline unappetizing. So, it's a wonder that it took me longer than usual to go to Table, Donkey and Stick, which is in my own neighbourhood. I went after work and had a seat out front so I could get my usual batch of photos before the sun went down. Considering the main dining area and back patio were crowded, sitting out front was a better option. The Dirty Chi and Runner Up cocktails were outstanding: compliments to the bartender. The small plate of gorgonzola with honey, jam, candied walnuts, and baguette were a hit. As a footnote, I hate walnuts but candy them and I'm happy. The potato latkes with roasted garlic aioli were worth a second order. And I know I will have the fried smashed potatoes with burgundy snails and beans in pesto again when I return. My compliments to the chef. Gotta applaud the great service. Of the block of West Loop, Near North, and River North restaurants that get a lot if press, whoever writes reviews should make sure Table, Donkey And Stick is top of the list. I know I'm highlighting them on Chicago Alphabet Soup. read more

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We heard so many great reviews...(although we had walked in once and left)...so we tried it tonight. The food was very tasty, everything we ordered we really good (charcuterie, ragu, burger, brussels, etc.). The service was the issue. If you get the right server, you are in luck, if not...be prepared. Ours was cranky from the start, we were guided to a wine that I clearly said I was not interested in, had zero check ins, and for our birthday guest was greeted with "its your birthday, do you want to order a dessert". Its a really good restaurant ruined by some pretty bad service that clearly didn't care about the customer experience. Would i recommended it...no, would I go back...no. Is there potential is they get their act together..heck ya! read more

I have been wanting to come here for two years and I finally was able to book a table and eat here. I wanted to love this place, but my experience was not what I expected. We had a 7:45pm reservation. The place was already packed, but it is a very small venue. We had to wait 30 more minutes to be seated. We then began to order from their regular menu, which is what they do for restaurant week. The portions are supposed to be their regular size. They told us they ran out of the pork charcuterie already. The best part of the night were the potatoes hands down. My main pork dish was cold and my friend's duck was a drumstick sitting in cold oatmeal...but he kept raving about the salad. We spent two hours+ here...longer then I really wanted to. Overall I have to say I was disappointed. Once was enough for me. read more

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I was gifted a deck of á la cards which featured Table, Donkey and Stick. I stopped in earlier this year, but left because the menu didn't appeal to my dinner guest. Knowing the menu is transient and farm-to-table, I stopped in again this month. Something told me to resist ordering up everything as I have a tendency to do. I'm glad I heeded my own advice, lol. $3 for each Commander in Chief cocktail ordered benefits the Heartland Alliance, a NFP working to end poverty. Admirable cause and funny shot at Trump with the Russian cocktail garnished with an orange Cheeto. Unfortunately, the drink was not "great again". ..maybe that's intentional. It's made with CH Vodka, lime juice & Fentiman's Ginger Beer. Sounds simple enough. ..nope. Something was off because it read like a diet Moscow Mule. You know that distinguishable aftertaste from diet beverages. I decided not to send it back because of the charitable donation. For grub, we started with charcuterie. The Crémeux de Bourgogne, Crepone & Duck Liver Mouse were the saving grace. Fresh baked bread is included if you order two or more charcuterie offerings. Excellent plate. They're known for their Duck Liver Mouse and I see why. It was velvety and rich. We also ordered the Baby Greens Salad and the Gulf Shrimp with Crispy Risotto. The salad was just a salad. The entree was $30 and came with 3 slightly overcooked Gulf Shrimp. The waiter asked my opinion of the dish and I said I was disappointed with the portion. He attempted to justify by listing the high quality ingredients. I let him know that I'm very accustomed to both fine and casual dining, but still found the dish to be overpriced. Granted I wasn't expecting 30 shrimp for $30, 3 made me feel hustled. I'd say considering the size and price, 5 would've been appropriate even considering the arborio risotto. I normally order dessert, but passed because I was disappointed with the experience overall. I can see the potential, but I'm not a fan at the moment. If I revist I'll stick to the charcuterie board. read more

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Solid place for date night or girls night out. Cocktails were great (my favorite was the pear brandy one) and the charcuterie boards are the highlight! Sunflower oat bread is soooo good - texture is on point (chewy, nutty, slightly sweet and toasty warm!). The caveola was delicious (think prosciutto but it's beef and less fatty and less salty). Cheese was on point (it was the last one on the menu). Rainbow trout was very enjoyable and the mushroom butter sauce was delicate while rich. The duck breast entree was not as good as I've had elsewhere and the cabbage brandade, while had great brandade texture, the cabbage was just too overpowering for the fish. We were too full to try the desserts but will be back! They have ample outdoor seating in the back patio as well! read more

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One of my favorite restaurants in Chicago. Homemade bread is second to none. So fresh, crisp on the outside but soft and chewy on the inside. Pair that with their Duck Liver Mousse and you better hold onto your seat cause your palette is on its way to Flavor Town! The bread and service is what keeps me coming back but this past time I went in to try their #1 ranked burger by a Chicago writer. It did not disappoint. The patty was soo juicy, onion marmalade was delicious, and the lettuce added the desired crunch. The pretzel bun fit perfectly around the patty and stood firm throughout the entire meal. The burger is definitely in my tops for Chicago. @RefereEats "I call it like I eat it." read more

Table, Donkey and Stick - The burger... - Modern European Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great vegan options and service! I was there with friends the other week and everyone was very pleased with their dinner. We shared many plates and they were able to make modifications for the vegans at the table. Highly recommend! read more

Living in a neighborhood with a lot of great dining options means we don't get back to places as often as we'd like. Table, Donkey and Stick is a prime example. The first time we dined here was probably two years ago. We remember thoroughly enjoying our meal and marveling at the creative use of a smaller space, but never made it back. When we dined the first time, it was cold out so so seating was inside. I much prefer the weather month vibe when the patio and windows are open. We came back because I wanted to eat somewhere I could get a good drink and sit outside and enjoy the last bits of summer. We lucked out, easily scoring a table at Table. We started out with cocktails and the goat milk cheese & rye bread. Both were good, the rye lighter and milder than I was expecting. For my main, I got the vegetarian pasta dish, I forget what it was called, but it was hard to pronounce. I liked it, but the stuffed pasta had a harder outer shell (on purpose), which made it a bit tricky to eat. I didn't want scalding hot insides burning my mouth. Overall, I enjoyed it. My husband got the sirloin about which I heard no complaints. Bottom line, Table is a solid neighborhood option; one we don't get to enough. read more

When we came here we ordered 5 dishes. One of my favorites was their pizza. It's just like an Italian pizza. The edge was crusty. I can taste the mozzarella on it. I find it delicious and yummy. My friend's favorite was their Latkes. It comes with some sauce. It was tasty and crispy. She can't get enough of it. So we ordered the Latkes again. I also like it and I find it yummy. We also like their burgers. The bun was not oily and it was so soft. The patties were flavorful and juicy. It was tender and juicy. It has a lot of cheese and veggies. We love it. Overall, all of our orders were delicious. We will come here again next time. Highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Whenever I talk about this restaurant, I call it Table Donkey or Donkey Stick...the name is just way too long! I can't decide which I like better though. Sometimes I ramble on about nothing and I'm thinking this is one of those times. I loved nearly everything about Table, Donkey and Stick. I think the only slightly annoying thing is that the host stand is located off to the side when you walk in. Everyone who walks in for their first time stands there aimlessly until someone at the host stand calls them over. We were seated at a two top right between the host stand and the window, so not only did we get the nice -5 degree breeze but also the crowding of patrons waiting around our table. YAY! (sarcasm). Aside from that, I was very impressed with everything but most of all the food. They have a good list of bottled beers with about 4-5 on tap at any given time. They usually look to have one amazing super high % beer on their list which I've never had before. This meal it was Kavorka from Solemn Oath, a nice Russian Imperial Stout. Delicious bites I had: Wanderteller $17 for 3 - Pheasant Galantine & Pork Rilettes - Both good meat choices. Point Reyes Cheese - creamy, buttery, grassy - Loved this cheese option! Foie Gras Terrine small plate $18 - apple butter, chestnut - I always feel like a horrible human being eating foie gras but goodness is it tasty! It's always a special treat when on the menu and can taste great paired with just about anything but this dish was particularly great. Duck Meatball entree $23 - Smoked duck breast, grilled cabbage, carrots, egg noodles, duck yolk, comte - I highly recommend this entree. Every bite was delicious and all of the flavors went together quite well. Overall, I had a great meal at Table, Donkey and Stick and would never hesitate to dine here again. read more

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Love this space- I sat at the bar and I think it's really cool that you can look through the kitchen from the bar- Their wine list is extensive and the owner really knows what he's doing- it's not pretentious but has a good variety of red and white- to start off I had a glass of their Riesling Spätlese (Kreuznacher Kahlenberg). It was so crisp and not overly sweet! I had to take a picture of the bottle for the future. We chose a couple of different cheeses and dishes to pair with our bottle of red wine for the night. I love any place that serves a mean duck liver mousse. This place won't disappoint you- it's light, creamy and doesn't leave a gamy after taste. Paired with their blue berry sauce it's to die for on their warm sourdough rye baguette. If you order two things from their Charcuterie list then the bread is free. I also got their cured salami- thinly sliced (paper thin) for an easy crab. Two cheese from their cheese list (I like that it's short- 4 different cheeses so you don't feel overwhelmed) my favorite was the Brabander (goat milk- sweet and caramel taste) Ordered their grilled sunflower oat bread to finish off the cheese and mousse on our plate- nice charred grill marks on the bread and the sunflower really comes through. It's almost like having really good toast with melted butter on it. Small plates- for their Charred cabbage- so damn good. It almost reminded me of eating non spicy kimchi because of the cabbage- all the layers in that one dish. The charred taste, the vinegar pickled sliced red cabbage, pecorino, also had good texture- Potato Latkes- came in a cute personal sized iron skillet. I'm not a huge hash brown style potato person (feed me French fries any day though) so I tried one but my bf loved it and ate it all. The roasted garlic aioli sauce was solid- but when is garlic sauce ever not good? My favorite dish though was their tomato and soft burrata style dish- I think it was buttermilk cheese they had with their tomatoes- the combination of salty, peppery, the soft cheese and the fresh tomatoes was amazing- there was a pickled veggie in the mix too- everything was a pop of flavor in my mouth- Had two desserts- homemade black cherry chocolate Ice cream and black pepper accompanied by their caramel pork rinds- (the ice cream doesn't melt and has the texture of eating really good gelato) the caramel pork rinds almost reminds you of Smack cereal! You have to really get to the center of the ice cream to get the pepper and black cherry flavor to come through. Tellagio cheesecake- the cheesecake was so pungent from the tellagio cheese- I could only take a couple of small bites- it's done well but I like my cheese in my cheesecakes to be a little more subtle. I can't wait to go back to try some of their large plates and more of their wine list! The restaurant goes further back and they have a nice patio seating too for larger groups. Bonus: it's right across from Katherine Anne Confections! Best chocolates in town! read more

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Really cute spot! The counter seating is a bit crowded, but since there weren't too many people when I visited, it was just right. I came to TDS for the burger! It was OK. I'm not amazed by it, but their potato's (fries counterpart) was pretty delicious and came with garlic aioli. The burger came in a mini cast iron skillet look-alike. The presentation was very pretty but the burger itself was quite messy and was dripping all over. There was no egg inside it either. I would definitely come back to this place to try their charcuterie cheese and meats. The drink I got was called slight breeze and actually tasted great! My server told me it's their take on a cranberry vodka but it was way way better! This place seems promising so I'll be back. read more

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