One of my FAVORITE restaurants!! Everything is good here!! The drinks, the service, the beautiful…read moreambience. I feel like this is my hidden gem. My sister and I have come for their brunch, happy hours, lunch, and dinner. Everytime I come here I like to try something different, but the beef empanadas are a must!! Always so good and flavorful. I can't recommend this place enough, you will not leave hungry or dissatisfied.

We were in the area and stopped in on a Sunday afternoon. They have a rare 'Happy Hour' on a…read moreSunday. We had great quac and chips, and some really good sliders. Sadly they had no tap beer due to a wedding the night before. (Never heard that one before...) We ended up with a gin and tonic and a Sea Breeze. It was not busy but it took a while to get the food and drinks. The staff were very pleasant but I could imagine if the place was jammed the wait time would have been far longer. It seemed there were only 2 staff on duty. If you are on a tight schedule, this place may not be the best choice... This was a nice bar overall. Very pleasant staff!!

We visited to celebrate our anniversary here with our little and had a great time. The staff was…read morereally attentive and were so friendly. To start I ordered a mocktail, it was a bit too sour for my taste but a good refreshment for summer. My husband got an old fashion and said it was good. For our apps, we shared a bowl of French onion soup and the tuna, and both of which were super flavorful. Highly recommend both! For our entrees we decided to split the burger and the pork chop. The pork chop unfortunately came out overcooked and the sauce they gave us was sitting for a while and developed a film on it. They were quick to remedy that and the manager had come out to make sure that we were pleased with how the remake was made and it was delightful! The sauce which was more sauce like than chunky make it more enjoyable. The burger was great too, you could taste the flavors in every bite. We also ordered the asparagus and Mac and cheese for our little. He gobbled it right up, and when we went to taste it to see why he was so excited, the creaminess and the cheese blend said enough. We took the remainder home and he was thrilled to have it for lunch again the next day. Overall we had a great time, the only issue we had was waiting quite a bit to check out at the end of the night. They started getting a bit busier so we understood but we were rushing to get our little home and because we had to wait for the pork chop remake it made it a pretty late night. Highly recommend for dinner! We're excited to come back and try high tea sometime soon!

I really wanted to like this place, but unfortunately it wasn't for me…read more The restaurant was mostly empty when we arrived, yet we were told they were "fully committed" because we didn't have a reservation. It made the experience feel impersonal from the moment we walked in. The atmosphere was very dark and gothic, which may appeal to some people, but it didn't feel warm or inviting to us. Between the unwelcoming first impression and the overall vibe, it's just not a place I would choose to visit again. Unfortunately, I wouldn't be back.

Wonderful place , excellent menu and ambience a local treasure ! I highly recommend both the…read moreGallery and Lucky Duck !

The Gallery was charming and foods for Spring Tea delicious! The servings were generous as server…read moreoffered more after first servings. Tea was also good one hibiscus tea and one ginger peach tea and I think a cinnamon tea. Servers very kind and music lovely. Thank u! I look forward to trying out other dishes at The Gallery

Out-of-towners from CA This place was amazing…read more Host/bartender/waitress and boss was super attentive w a no BS honest approach Amazing music list and atmosphere We returned again the following day because it was so good, and the same gal gave us a military discount The area / neighborhood is awesome Thank you again for making this cross country trip amazing

The food was amazing! Service was great, we arrived early so it was not too busy. When we left it…read morewas filling up. We were just passing through the area. This was an incredible find. I would definitely recommend this place.

Stopped in Wednesday during happy hour and was able to grab a bar seat. The only thing is the bar…read morearea is pretty tight, so you have to squeeze through to get to your seat. They may want to remove a seat or two to give everyone a little more space. Cavit wine is always my go-to, and pairing it with an appetizer is a win-win! As always, I had a good experience and will definitely be back.

My husband and I went out to Yard House on a Saturday night. We joined the waitlist online and…read morethen were seated immediately upon arrival. Our server, Ryan, was fantastic. We sat inside, but they also have a really nice outdoor patio. We ordered the queso appetizer, a small Cobb salad, the fish and chips, and the two taco combo. The portion sizes were huge! (We brought home a lot of leftovers.) The only slight misses were the spicy rice and beans and the coleslaw. The spicy rice and beans were just ok, and the coleslaw was a little bland. Everything else was really good. The crispy Korean taco was to die for! We'll definitely be going back during their happy hour half price appetizers.

Wonderful ambiance. My own Rita and I visited from Kenosha on a pleasant afternoon. Good memories…read morethàat linger.

This restaurant is in an older looking house, which I finally stopped in to get a bite to eat. The…read moreinterior is a typical bar attached to a restaurant. I was really glad I visited this restaurant. The first thing I noticed is that the staff was friendly and accommodating. When I asked what fish was recommended in their fish fry, the waitress said why don't you try both the perch and walleye? I tried them and they were both delicious. Fish fry's are every Wednesday and Friday. The portions were large and the price was right. Will definitely revisit this place again.

Literally the best burger and fries I have had in YEARS. I generally don't review and rarely eat…read morethis type of food but the next time I do, it will be from here

We came by for some ice cream after dinner and with it being our first time we weren't sure what to…read moreexpect. When we walked in it was total chaos with 4 different lines, some folks waiting to order food, some waiting on take out and others just not sure what to do. We had about 10 people cut in front of us to order ice cream because we weren't sure and they just kept helping people next to us. After about 20 minutes of waiting we finally got our orders only to be totally shocked that each cone with 1 small scoop of ice cream was about $7 each. When the ice cream didn't even fill the cone. We should've just gotten a point for that price since the pint was $8.50. The ice cream was really good, but perhaps we'll try an off time where it's not full of people to visit again.

I brought my entire family to Inovasi for a celebratory dinner, and the experience exceeded every…read moreexpectation. They graciously accommodated our large group in a quieter space where we could actually talk and enjoy each other's company up and down the table -- something that made the evening feel even more special. The food was incredible, as always, and the wine recommendation paired with our meal was so good it deserves its own review. But the real highlight of the night was our waiter, Mario. He made the entire evening genuinely feel like a celebration. His recommendations never missed, he was warm and engaging throughout the meal, and he somehow even managed to get our tired, aloof teenagers laughing and opening up by the end of dinner. That kind of hospitality is rare and deserves recognition.

We had a very nice dinner at Inovasi with friends. The restaurant was decorated very festively for…read morethe holidays and we were sat right in front of the fireplace (very appreciated). The cuisine is modern and playful and focuses on local ingredients. I was intrigued by, but did not order, the Something from Land or Air or Something from Water, which I take to mean the chef prepares something fresh, local and what is tastiest for the season. We shared the Warm Hand Made Bread Service (creme fraiche goats butter, roasted pecan hummus and matcha sesame butter) and Crispy Mushrooms (dusted with matcha, sesame togarashi black garlic aioli) from the Small or Snacky section. I had the Inovasi burger (1/3 lb CDK Farms beef) and my companions had the Grilled Ocean Raised Salmon. My burger had a good flavor but they cooked it well done instead of medium. Fries were good. Friends enjoyed their salmon.

This spot is located right in the heart of downtown Libertyville. I absolutely loved this place and…read moreI'll definitely be a "regular." They fully embrace shopping local for their ingredients. The atmosphere is very friendly and relaxing. The interior gives a modern industrial feel. We especially liked the bartender, Brandon. Brandon very was good spirited, and his cocktails were phenomenal. He also gave us some tips on when the farmers markets take place and where to go for live music. Overall, the food was very well seasoned and packed with flavor. The chicken was moist and tender. Probably one of the best pieces of chicken I've ever had. The burger was also absolutely delicious. I highly recommend this spot.

This is hands down the best spot in downtown Libertyville for dinner. The lighting, music, vibe,…read moreand service are top-notch, and the food and cocktails are absolutely incredible. Our server Chad explained the menu in detail, offered recommendations, and took great pride in the restaurant. Everything is made from scratch, and they have a beautiful open kitchen. We started with the octopus, which our friends and Chad both recommended, and it lived up to the hype. They sous vide it so it's super tender, then crisp it for that little crunch you want in an octopus appetizer. The romesco and chorizo combo had us scraping the plate clean. For dinner, my husband had the hanger steak served with a large bone filled with bone marrow, along with brioche, truffle butter, and the Aligot and Brussels sprouts for sides. The Brussels and butternut squash were sweet, spicy, crispy, and salty - just amazing. I had the monkfish, which is very similar to lobster, and it was delicious! For dessert, we shared the crème brûlée, and like everything else we ate tonight, we left no crumbs. We can't wait to go back!

From the moment we arrived for our 5:45 PM reservation, we felt so welcomed. Our table was…read morebeautifully decorated with a personalized menu that said "Happy Anniversary" with our names on it, along with flowers and a balloon. It was such a thoughtful touch that made our celebration feel extra special. The restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful with such a romantic atmosphere. It was the perfect place to celebrate our anniversary. Our server, Nathan, was exceptional. He was attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the evening. The manager also stopped by to check on us, which really showed how much they care about their guests. I've dined at much more expensive restaurants before, and I've honestly never experienced this level of hospitality. The food was incredible 10/10! Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. The portions were generous, and I couldn't even finish my meal because there was so much delicious food. Overall, this was one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. From the outstanding service to the beautiful ambiance and amazing food, everything exceeded our expectations. Thank you to Nathan and the entire team for making our anniversary so memorable. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an exceptional dining experience!

We came for an evening with friends and decided to take advantage of the Sunday "per la famiglia…read more(serves four)" special when we saw the menu. What looked like a generous offer of comfort food at a reasonable price, at a lovely Italian restaurant, was actually a gimmick worthy of Ebenezer Scrooge. Dinner started with a tasty chopped salad that would have been a reasonable entree for one or enough to share as an appetizer for two. It was a large spoonful each for four. The four garlic knots that accompanied the salad were each about 2x2x2 inches, and when we asked for a refill of both the salad and bread we were told "that's all you get." The spaghetti came with 2 meatballs in a portion size that looked like it was enough for an entree for only 1 person. We waited a moment and when no more came realized we were screwed. Later, seeing our disappointment, the waiter was kind enough to secretly get 2 more meatballs out of the kitchen for us to pretend there were portions for each person at the table. Had they been serving Italian tapas, maybe we could have pretended it was a fair approach. The 16 inch cheese pizza was good but nothing special and the tiramisu provided 4 small pieces a little larger than the garlic knots mentioned earlier when cut into squares. I don't know what kind of "famiglia" Salvatore "Sal" Lo Cascio, the culinary director at Ballyhoo Hospitality, or Ryan O'Donnell, the CEO, have; but they probably don't eat very much. Perhaps they expect the famiglia of their guests to be a single parent with young children or a group of little persons. In short, the food tasted good, the dining room was lovely, the service was outstanding, and the portions and prices were a complete rip-off to the point that the place should be put out of business. With two iced teas, a glass of house wine, tax and a generous tip the bill came to well over $100 and this morning when checking the receipt for this review I found out that they charged us $8.00 for the extra meatballs which the waiter pretended were a secret, complimentary addition. Not very nice!