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    The Elm

    4.0 (201 reviews)
    Open • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago
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    Casual
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    Live music
    Good for kids

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    Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wrap with Sweet Potato Fries
    Esther M.

    I've been wanting to try The Elm for quite a while now since I've heard so many good things. So I decided 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.

    Seared Scallops
    Vivienne C.

    Came here on a weekend night with a reservation and was originally a bit worried as the table was in the rooftop patio, but the area turned out to be quite warm. - Baked Crab Cakes - I really enjoyed these crab cakes especially because they were very well moisturized and not too dry. I also liked the vinaigrette and the corn on the side which went very well with the crab meat. - Salmon Wontons - I was actually not a big fan of these wontons as I thought the salmon didn't have a lot of flavor and was quite fishy. The other ingredients on top of it unfortunately didn't help much in covering the flavors. - Seared Scallops - I haven't had scallops in a long time and I thought these scallops were absolutely delicious. The scallops themselves were semi-raw in the center but seared to perfection on the outside with a bit of a sweet char. I also loved the root vegetables sitting over the pilaf as it soaked in all the seafood flavor. This dish was also humongous and definitely left me very full afterwards. Solid dinner spot in La Grange!

    No 23 & The Bentini
    Miranda L.

    Happy Hour Review! Visited The Elm for their weekday happy hour and sat at the bar. The inside is very large with multiple seating sections, a private event space, (2) large bars, and a shaded rooftop area. For drinks, we got The Bentini & No 23. Both were really delicious and summery but a bit spirit forward. We also ordered the Whipped Goat Cheese Ricotta. The portion was larger than I expected and we had leftover cheese even with the (6) toasts given. The flavor was good but rather one note. Our bartender was friendly but at times, no one was behind the bar with 5-6 people sitting there. Overall, you couldn't beat the happy hour prices! None of the portions were reduced with the happy hour price which was great.

    Ancho Braised Pork Belly Tacos
    Jocelyn H.

    Great food and beautiful restaurant! I highly recommend the pork belly tacos. I might come back and just get 2 orders of those especially since they're $10 during happy hour. We also got the braised short ribs and cheddar burger. Both were tasty but kind of average, not the best dish I've ever had. For the short ribs, I think $36 is too expensive, but it tasted good. Notably, I think it took over 30 minutes for our food to come out which is why I took away a star. The staff is great, but not a fan of how long I had to wait.

    The Elm Cheddar Burger with sweet potato fries
    Mark M.

    Stopped in for a birthday party. We were quickly greeted and seated. Wasn't too busy for a Sunday afternoon which was nice. I ordered the elm cheeseburger and we ordered a couple of sides for the table including the pear and Brie flatbread along with the calamari. Food came out super quick. The waitress was also super nice and changed my grandmas wine bc she ordered the wrong glass. Calamari was fried perfectly and added a bit of lemon and the sauce isn't your traditional cocktail sauce it was more of a sweet jam type texture which I enjoyed. Flatbread also hit with the sweet and salty flavors on each bite. I ordered the cheeseburger medium and it was spot on. Sweet potato fries were nice and soft almost felt baked rather than fried. Would like to hit up the rooftop bar they have next time!

    Rick M.

    The Elm is excellent. It is our go-to for date nights and we take all of our guests who come into town. Great service, lovely people. The food is really good! They've got a lovely rooftop that almost always has their fire pits on. Best espresso martinis in town!

    Sally L.

    We came here for lunch. It wasn't too busy and we sat on the rooftop. The restaurant was huge. It looks beautifully decorated inside. We ordered the cornbread, fried calamari, and pear and brie flatbread for appetizers. I ordered the lobster roll for my main dish. I am not a fan of cornbread. I thought it was ok. My coworkers love it. The fried calamari was good. I like the pear on the flatbread because they put arugula and balsamic reduction on it. The lobster roll was pretty good. I like their sweet potato fries. My coworker ordered the brownie a la mode. I didn't like that one it was too sweet for me. I would not recommend that. The service was good. The waiter returned to check if we needed any refills on our drinks. The only thing I would not recommend is sitting on the rooftop in the afternoon with the sun shining down. We were all sweating while we ate. I sat by the wall, and there was no wind coming in at all. I would rather sit indoor on a warm and sunny day.

    Great spot - delicious drinks & food. Didn't have to go to the city to get a good vibe.
    Naray P.

    Great drinks and food - didn't have to go to the city to get a good vibe restaurant. It has indoors and a rooftop, the roof top was nice.

    Sangria And Roasted Brussels Sprouts
    Steve A.

    Great place to get lunch or dinner in downtown LaGrange. It's about the nicest place there is and the prices are actually worth it for quality. The Elm is known for having a bar on the rooftop. Maybe it's the best seat around here. You can rave about the atmosphere, but don't forget about the drinks and food though. Came at lunch when it wasn't as busy. It was still busy of course. That's a pretty good sign. Got seats at the bar. The drinks and food are kind of expensive, but the quality makes it worth it though. Sangria is $12, the cheapest option. This is made with brandy, orange liquor, and choice of red or white wine. Refreshing. The food menu is meaty but there's choices for vegetarians. It used to have a Beyond Burger. Sucks they got rid of it. This had vegan cheddar along with avocado and onions. Instead they got rid of a lot of the burgers. So fuck that. It's $12 for the Korean Roasted Brussels Sprouts. This is seasoned with gochugharu, kabali, and sesame seeds, lightly spicy but it's still plain though. Appetizers besides this are greasy or meaty. They also have a happy hour but it's only on certain drinks and appetizers, not a lot it seems. Had some pretty great drinks and food. It was worth the price. The menu is known for the burgers and other meaty items, but there's also things for vegans and vegetarians.

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    Amazing Rooftop patio, even in the winter! Their rooms are big and very well decorated for special ocasions.

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    Ask the Community - The Elm

    Is there a happy hour?

    Yes: Tuesday-Friday 3-6pm I believe in the bar area only FOOD… 

    Is it warm enough on the rooftop to eat in the winter?

    Do you have an elevator to the roof?

    They Do, but I didn't notice it until I climbed to the top (lol).

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    A cute, intimate place off the beaten path for a really good glass of wine and relaxation. We had…read morenever been here and happened to see it driving by. Reviews were good so we came in on a Monday evening. The interior is so cute! Velvety comfy green chairs at the wine bar, smaller lounge tables and couches in the rest of the place. There is a separate room for gaming. We sat at the bar and were warmly greeted by Aria L. She was so courteous and helpful, offering us suggestions on the wines and snacks. They have a great happy hour from 4-7p for $20 wine bottle which is fantastic. The house white was good, although they ran out after a glass and I went for the Simi sauvignon blanc which was so good. The parmesan truffle fries are a MUST. Just $8.99 for a nice sized bowl of crisp, tasty fries with fresh parmesan shaved on top. MM! I had the 12" cheese lovers pizza which had burrata cheese on top oh my GOSH that is gooooood. It's rich so I had plenty of leftovers for the next day. My friend got the 12" Diavola pizza which she loved. My other friend got the Italian panini ($13.99) which he said he was not that crazy about, but he did enjoy the atmosphere and the Guiness. It is a chill place to have a nice conversation without having to compete with loud music or chatter. We are planning to revisit the next time I am here, this was a very enjoyable evening.

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    I'm really surprised by some of these reviews. I find the ambience of the restaurant really cute…read moreand welcoming. Service was great too. Alexandria was friendly and very attentive. I read one review that said the place was dark and gloomy. That is not the case at all. The food is outstanding. I had the crispy stuffed chicken. I've had this same meal (although it wasn't crispy) at 5 or so other local restaurants over the years and Mattone's was the best hands down. I tried my friend's meal, Rigatoni Contadina, and it was excellent as well. I just went here last night and I've already told a couple of friends about this place. I'll certainly be visiting again.

    Had some great drinks and okay food at this LaGrange Park classic. It has a lot of history in the…read morecommunity and is a favorite among locals. Mattone has a pretty standard menu of Italian food like spaghetti. A lot of the familiar. The flavors may not be as good as they used to be so just know that and it will seem like better quality. Certainly the happy hour is the best time to come. It's expensive already so save a few bucks and it makes things quite an improvement. There's a lot of what to expect on the menu. Cocktails and pasta of course. They took forever taking everyone's order and then there was even more waiting. It's about $12 for the cheapest cocktails. They have a few bucks off martinis at the happy hour thankfully. A serious lack of vegetarian choices. There's even salads covered in bacon and pancetta. Has a few weekly specials to check out. It's $20 for the classics specials on Thursdays. Among the options are lasagna and spaghetti. This also comes with a choice of soup so you get lots with this. Actually a pretty filling meal. They can make the spaghetti without meatballs and stuff. Got to say it gets busy. It's only open in evenings. There's limited options for vegetarians.

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    4.1(224 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Easy-to-miss little gem! The atmosphere was fun and welcoming, with cool decor and a great…read moreselection of drinks. The menu was easy to read, and the staff were incredibly attentive. It was nice to see all of the servers and bartenders working together to help each other out. We visited on a night when they had a DJ playing, which added to the lively vibe. The tables were a bit sticky, and when we mentioned it, our server acknowledged they were aware and that new tables had been ordered. The highlight of the night was definitely the burger. I 100% recommend trying one! You could taste the freshness in every bite, with gooey melted cheese and a perfectly cooked patty. Overall, a great spot for drinks, good food, and a fun atmosphere. I'd definitely come back.

    I went on a weekday for lunch. The server said we can seat ourselves. For the chicken tenders, I…read moreasked to get them with buffalo sauce. They don't toss, but give you the sauce on the side, which I was fine with. I asked for blue cheese crumbles, and they put a nice amount. The side salad is huge, and really good for just being a side salad. My only recommendation is that they overload it into a small bowl, so it's hard to eat without it falling out . I recommend a larger bowl. The server was friendly. I gave it 3 stars because it's absolutely filthy! I came right when they opened on a weekday, and the floors weren't cleaned from the night before. Literally food in the corners. Also, the table next to me filled with crumbs. When a group sat there, they wiped all the crumbs with their hand-eek! The table is so grimy that it's literally sticky! If you look at the trim, gate, condiments container,lights, and furniture- you can see loads of dust and grime. This place needs a GOOD clean down!

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