This is the lounge/restaurant at The Lodge, the Hyatt hotel set in a nice rustic area of Oak Brook…read more I stayed at The Lodge last night and was happy to find a solid, healthy delicious dinner at a very reasonable price. This space had a sports bar feel, with 4-5 huge TVs playing sports- mostly women's soccer and the All-Star baseball game. Plus overhead music. So it's a bit loud, but to be expected. Outdoor seating is a nice option, although it was 90 degrees last night so I stayed inside. Service was exceptional, my favorite part of the night. I was seated immediately and folks came by with menu, utensils, water refills, condiments, and several people just checking to make sure I was having a good time and had everything I needed. Really liked the vibe. People were chatting, happy, all very light and welcoming. I travel a ton for work and this hotel restaurant stands out in terms of service, quality of food, and atmosphere. It's not like a place to go on a date, but for a hotel restaurant/lounge this one scores.

Great restaurant/bar lounge at the Hyatt hotel! Love the convenience of it since we were staying…read morehere for a few days. Geo and Luis were amazing! Very attentive and friendly. Even when the bar got super busy on a Friday night they made sure everyone was taken care of! Geo made the best blackberry mocktail I've ever had. I will miss having them and I can't wait to come back and try it with vodka! The food was decent for a hotel restaurant and the options included a little bit of everything. PROS: * parking lot * bar area with seating * plenty of tables * outdoor seating by the pond available * great menu * full bar * open until 10pm CONS: * parking lot is a little bit of a hike

We were having dinner in the Oak Brook area and came across the Polo Lounge on Yelp, so we decided…read moreto drop in for a cocktail. There was an event going on and the lobby was crowded. No matter, although it did sort of take away from the intimate vibe that it could have been. The bar is beautifully designed and even with the tumult of so many people moving around, it lost little of its draw. I saw that the bartender had to look up the recipe for our cocktails, but they came out fine. All in all it was a pleasant experience.

Great place to relax with friends and enjoy a cocktail. Bar staff is amazing and professional and…read moreservice is great!

Tannin's is such a fun little spot! I love a good glass of wine, but their cocktail menu is…read moreimpressive, so I actually winded up choosing a couple of those instead. Both were absolute perfection, and so reasonably priced at about $13 a piece. Service was sweet and gave us plenty of patience when it was taking us forever to make a decision. I would very happily return!

This was a great find with a wonderful vibe. I was looking for something different for the wife…read moreand I to celebrate our 27 yrs together and this place did not disappoint. From great cocktails, a limoncello spritz and whiskey cinnamon maple sour, to the duck liver pate, all delicious. The owner and staff were all very friendly and pleasant. We'll be back!

We dined over the weekend. Reservations are online and honored which is a huge plus. The rooftop is…read morescenic and our waiter was attentive and quick. Drinks look like they are updated seasonally with classics remaining. The food is well seasoned and prepared; however, the salmon was not fresh at all. It had a very pungent "fishy" odor, so much I tasted it in my drink. Messaged management first, but they didn't respond.

I've been wanting to try The Elm for quite a while now since I've heard so many good things. So I…read moredecided to stop in during lunch and wow, I was impressed. From the atmosphere, to the decor to the food, everything just felt right. They currently have their winter menu right now and I ended up ordering the Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wrap with sweet potato fries. Definitely a healthier bite on their menu but it was still packed with so much flavor and the perfect buffalo kick. For appetizers I ordered the Tempura Shrimp and I really liked that ALL the food came out steaming hot. I didn't catch our waitress's name but she was informative and kind from the beginning. She even told us they host comedy shows there, which is such a nice touch. I will definitely be returning, especially once warmer Chicago days arrive and their patio can fully be enjoyed.

We dined at Downers Grove tonight, and I was disappointed to find my fish was not cooked properly…read more The manager, Brat Sullivan, promptly addressed my concern and allowed me to order a different dish. His sincere and professional approach was impressive. His quick, effective response turned my dining experience around, making it positive. Additionally, he generously offered a bottle of wine as a gesture, which exceeded expectations.

Being a wine club member is so worth it and you need to join if you like great wine, delicious…read morefood, and an upscale experience. We had a free wine tasting and so we made a date night of it. The pizzette was a new menu item that was the standout for the night. Generous portion and balanced savory and a hint of sweetness. The lobster and crab bisque was creamy and had a depth of flavor that kept me wanting more! Salad was good but just salad at the end of the day lol Not pictured is the wine. Had the lux tasting and so good, the Pinot noir was my favorite and cant wait to pick up another bottle.

Bottom Line: Good place to start the evening…read more This spot is good for opening the evening before heading to one of the many nearby dinner destinations. The indoor space is long and narrow, with an eclectic, warm vibe, lined with display bottle and can-filled shelving. There are several tables along the display wall that seat four comfortably, with a compact bar tucked toward the front. Don't come here looking for a quiet corner though. The place fills up quickly--especially Thursday through Saturday nights during sidewalk‑dining weather where the crowd spills out into the covered entry and sidewalk. The clientele skews upscale and once they settle in, tables tend to turn slowly. Also, the noise level often rises to the point where conversation requires a raised voice. Wine and appetizers are this place's wheelhouse. I agree with other reviewers that service can lag, especially when you're trying to get that first order in. The charcuterie is a reliable favorite, with the rest of the menu at least decent if not particularly memorable. The wine and beer offerings are broad enough to satisfy most tastes, though some reviewers' claims of "reasonable prices" depend heavily on your definition of reasonable--lingering over drinks and appetizers will leave a very noticeable dent in the ole' wallet. Though I don't feel It's the kind of place I'll likely make a weekly habit, it is a good starter spot for a date night or a meet‑up before moving on to a dinner place.

This is such a great wine and charcuterie spot in downtown Downers Grove! The charcuterie boards…read moreare delicious and honestly really reasonable priced. We got to choose seven items between meat and cheeses for $25 plus you get to pick three accessories like nuts, jam, mustard, fruit, olives etc. All of the options we chose were delicious! And served with both a garlic bread and rice crackers. They have an extensive wine list and a lot of food options as well. After our charcuterie we enjoyed the white pizza- GF FRIENDLY! All the crusts are cauliflower crust, and I am not GF so while I wouldn't have picked this normally, it was SOOO yummy. I wouldn't have even known it was cauliflower crust! The flavors were great too. We also had a super tasty grilled cheese with bacon and the star... jalapeno jam! Loved it all and can't wait to come back on a future date night!

Fun place to come and hang out! Inside is small but there is a large outdoor area with a bar. They…read morehave Jenga and outdoor firepits which is the best part! Service was fast and we did not have to wait long at the bar. I hear they have turtle races but we did not participate. We only ordered High Noons and we did not eat any food. Seemed like a cool place to come for a drink!

I was there many years ago and just went for turtle races. The outdoor area looks great for the…read morewarmer weather. I just wish they were open in the afternoon.

Perfect setting for date night. Service can be slower on a busy night, but 99% of the time we get…read moresat quickly and staff is always polite. The Carbonara and any of the pizzas are to die for.

We were in the mode for Italian and asked Google for some help, Avanzare was one of the options. It…read morewas a 30-minute drive for everyone. The price point was on the high side for us but not out-of-reach. We arrived and was immediately sat in the bar; in fact, everyone is sat in the bar. The dining room has about twenty tables, and they were two tables being used; the bar also had about twenty tables and every table was sat. I asked the waiter and they do sit the bar area first and overflow into the dining room. With the bar area at near capacity and all hard surfaces it was very loud. The dining room had carpet floor and a coffered beamed ceiling it was tremendously quiet. If you want the energy of a crowded restaurant the bar is great, the dinning rom is a more upscale experience.  We started with Calamari Friiti, that is the title of the dish. In smaller print the description is Crispy Fried Calamari, Zucchini,  and herbs. What was served was 70% NOT Calamari but thin fried zucchini strips, fried rosemary (literally the twig of rosemary in batter and fried), and fried thyme (the thyme was removed from the twig so I could not even find it., but the waiter said it was there. At $19  expected more Calamari at least 60%, after all the dish was not called "fried herbs and Calamari". Our table had Spaghetti and Meatballs at $24, the Stuffed Pork Chop special (with Broccoli Rabe) at $27, and I had the Eggplant Parmigiana at $20. I get eggplant Parmesan a lot, it is my favorite Italian dish. $20 is high for eggplant Parmesan, I prefer my eggplant thinly sliced and fried. This is more three eggplant steaks with cheese and red gravy. Not my personal favorite but good. The pasta was so unusual I had to ask about it; the waiter said it is made from scratch in house but the shape in an Italian grocery store would be casarecce. I thought $24 for Spaghetti and Meatballs high but my husband said the Meatballs were excellent. Finally, $27 for one Stuffed Pork Chop also seemed high but it tasted great, the garlic white wine sauce made a tasty glaze. We ordered Tiramisu for the table and one person got the blueberry sorbet. I found the Tiramisu traditional and another person thought the mascarpone cheese was whipped too much. I read a several reviews, most of the reviewers praised the service as outstanding; we found our server disappearing for 30 - 40 minutes; we had to call someone over to order desert and another to get the check.