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I've been here twice and both times were mediocre. Prices are high for the amount of food that you get. For the positives, they have a good menu and the atmosphere inside is nice. Both times the service has been satisfactory but nothing particularly stood out on either visit. Uncommon Ground is walking distance to Wrigley Field which makes it convenient to grab lunch or dinner before the game. My boyfriend and I met up with some Chicago friends before the game on this last visit. I tried the fish and chips and the boyfriend had the mac and cheese with chorizo. Both were underwhelming. The fish was mostly batter and three small pieces of fish. Flavor was good and fries were hot and crispy but for $21 it felt like tastier fish sticks. The mac and cheese with chorizo was again good but portion was small for $25. My Chicago friends had the grilled chicken sandwich and it looked big. Maybe it depends on what you order but I doubt I'll give it a third try.
Excellent all around- Excellent location, Excellent food, excellent beer, and excellent service. The service was top notch from the moment we called in about sitting on the patio and continued throughout our visit. We were just looking for a place close to Wrigley to eat before the game that wasn't just pizza or wings and this place far exceeded our expectations. The tuna tartare was my favorite bite. I could have ordered a second one. The calamari and the lemon cake were my wife's favorites. It was a reaaly unique version of calamari that was well seasoned and perfectly cooked. The gochujang worked really well with the fry on the calamari and the fresh lettuce and lemon wedges. The lemon cake was super flavorful and came with a divine fresh strawberry sauce. The beers were very good. It was clear to see why their Bateman bier won the 2024 GABF amgold for category. Being able to sample the beers before committing was also quite nice. We also had the Certifiable Apa and Uncommon Saison and they both smacked as well. The patio was a delightful find for the city as the surrounding garden tranported you somewhere else while still being quite clearly in the city. It is a magical space with very heavily oxygenated air due to all the plants on either side.
Great organic restaurant in the heart of Wrigleyville. Greenstar brewing is also on site. The food is very tasty and they go the extra mile to use sustainable ingredients across the board. The staff is excellent and the vibe is vibrant and cozy. I highly recommend a reservation and if you have a concert at Metro or are heading to Wrigley, this is a great pre game spot.
First time in to catch some great live music from a close friend, the music space seats approximately 50, the tap beer was great, and I saw many featured cocktails make their way across the room. My wife and I split the veggie vegan stir fry and you could tell from how the vegetables were cooked that it was better than your average stir fry. The music space is cozy and there is an awkward restroom option stage left, but there are additional restrooms off the main room. They are not giving anything away here, you will pay handsomely, it is Wrigleyville after all, but it is a nice space with good eats and beverage options, think date night.
My husband came here with his dad before a Cubs game about a month ago, so when we went to a Cubs game a couple of weeks ago, this was the place my husband suggested to go beforehand. Therefore, he thought it was solid enough to bring me here for the first time! We made a reservation because we all know the Wrigleyville area can be crazy with people, and it was smart of us to make it because the restaurant was pretty busy when we got there. When we arrived, the host sat us at a cute 2-person table next to the bar area. Despite us being here on the rainiest day, the restaurant was brightly lit because of the large windows in the dining room. My husband informed me that there were more rooms in the restaurant that we couldn't see and that the room we were seated in was a bit different than the one he previously sat in. I LOVED the aesthetic of the room, and I loved that we were in the brightly lit one where we could see the bar, front door, and the street. We ended up staying at the restaurant later than planned because we watched the pouring rain outside. Service-wise, our waiter was extremely nice and friendly. He asked if we had been there before, and he then gave some drink suggestions. He checked on us throughout our visit and was accommodating. The food was amazing! On Saturdays and Sundays, they have a brunch menu that you order from, and I ordered the Biscuits and Gravy ($15). I am not exaggerating when I say this, but it was AMAZING and the best biscuits and gravy I have ever had. The gravy with the sausage was so flavorful and had a bit of spice. It was the PERFECT balance of a creamy texture. My husband ordered the Farmer's Market Scramble ($18), which has cheddar cheese, kale, asparagus, and red peppers. He got the side salad and a side of sausage links ($6). He LOVED his food and said that he could taste how fresh all of the ingredients were. The last time he came here, he ordered the Avocado Toast ($17) and loved that, as well, which is why he wanted to come back here and try something new. The drinks I ordered were great, as well! I ordered the Beermosa ($11) and also a Cubbie-Rita ($14). However, the waiter said that the machine that makes the Cubbie-Rita was broken at the time, so they made mine by hand, so honestly, mine might have been better than the machine one anyway! Haha Overall, I will ABSOLUTELY be back here, especially before any Cubs game we come to. The dining room is gorgeous, the food is delicious, and the service is friendly.
I came here for brunch after running a 5k in Wrigley. Nothing hits quite like a mimosa after a good run, so I had to order the mimosa flight. They were pretty tasty and had a good variety of flavors. For food, I got the chilaquiles. Being basically breakfast nachos, they have everything you could ever want. Uncommon Ground has some of the better chilaquiles I've had in the city. They have a cute outdoor space as well as seating inside. The bees were out and they love juice, so it made more sense to sit inside which is a shame because it was a beautiful day. Hopefully some other time I can sit outside. Lastly, the service was very good. They were very accommodating and food came out very quickly.
This was a 5 star chicken sandwich and the whole experience was delicious and on point. Was recommended by our hotel staff and they didn't disappoint at all. All of the ingredients were fresh, wholesome, and even felt healthy. Great place to dine if in the city. I will be back.
My friend and I were starving and ordered two vegan Caesar salads for pickup. She said it was her favorite meal there and it was amazing. She said that this is the first time she ever had it with uncooked broccoli. Now both she and I couldn't eat the uncooked broccoli because it hurts our little tummies too much for uncooked cruciferous vegetables. So once we took it out, we had literally half the size salad. We both did NOT have any avocado, barely ANY brussel sprouts and I'm almost positive I had one piece of kale. So needless to say we were both very disappointed. THAT said the salad we did eat was very good. The dressing was great and the croutons were nice and crispy. I can't comment on the service aside from the fact that it was ready when promised. And we didn't eat IN so I can't speak to the ambiance or cleanliness, etc. The salad was very good, just not as it was expected. And not as the menu suggests :)
Funky, fun, & friendly We visited on an overcast Thursday evening and were not disappointed! The cute garden outside had fun Edison-style bulbs and was very dog-friendly. Our pups made friends with the staff and were given a bowl of water. The wine and beer selection was solid without being overwhelming. While there wasn't an overwhelming amount of gluten-free options, there were more than enough options to find something. Uncommon Ground had interesting flavor combos in their salmon dish that I thoroughly enjoyed. I loved the crunch on the outside of moist salmon on a bed of avocado and berry purees. I was surprised at how well the flavors balanced each other beautifully! The flourless chocolate torte (GF) was a delicious and rich ending to a good meal! Tip: The carrot cake the table next to us ordered looked amazing! Unfortunately, they ordered one of the last slices so our group didn't get the chance to taste.
A friend and I were looking for a place to grab some food and a drink before a concert at Wrigley. My friend is vegetarian and she felt they had the most vegetarian options. We were also intrigued by the "organic" beer brewed here. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing from start to finish. I honestly would give this experience 1.5 stars. We were immediately seated and it took over 15 minutes for any of the staff to acknowledge us. What's of note is that most of the staff members were talking to each other at the bar. After making eye contact with multiple servers who walked away from us, we were finally offered water and a server came to talk with us. The people next to us said they were waiting over an hour for cocktails. None of the staff were apologetic for the wait to either of our tables. We had two different servers. Because of the wait we immediately ordered and had to wait about 20 minutes for our food. Which was warm at best and pretty lackluster for the price. I got the burger and beer special, which everything was small and you have to get the Mac and Cheese (which I was okay with getting but seemed odd you couldn't get fries). The Mac and cheese was pretty tasteless and quite honestly tasted boxed. I got the Love on the Run and it was pretty decent. However, it was only 8 ounces and it felt like I got two samples as opposed to an actual drink with my meal. This burger and beer "combo" was $25.... My friend got the Black Bean burger and said she had better ones from Costco. The fries did taste pretty good and would have been a nice option for my burger as well. It should be of note the fries were not included in my friend's burger either. Her portions were also really small. The atmosphere looks pretty cool and there is art for purchase. It seems Uncommon also gives opportunities for local artists to perform. Those were cool touches. Overall, I don't think I will be back here for a very long time. I've had better experiences in Wrigleyville compared to this experience with Uncommon Ground.
Beautiful weather in Chicago so we came here to sit in the patio area and it was very nice. Our server was really nice and the food was quick. He was very attentive but not overly. I like that they bring a carafe of water to the table. I got the stuffed French toast with crispy brussel sprouts! It was delicious! Gotta say the brussels were the star! Just so yummy and crispy! The menu looks amazing and can't wait to go back to try other things! My sister and BIL got soup/salad and steak & eggs. Both said they were really good!
What a great brunch spot in Lakeview/Wrigleyville! We were visiting some friends in the area, and this place was recommended by them. They were great about taking online reservations for a large group. This restaurant is a lot bigger than you think! Lots of different rooms, plus a full bar. We were originally in the front of the restaurant, but it was so hot near the window we asked to move to the back - and Uncommon Ground was quick to accommodate! We were squeezed a bit, but understood we were a large group asking to switch spots. Service overall was kind and quick as well! To drink, I didn't see an espresso martini on the menu, but I asked and they delivered! I was shocked at how great this drink was for not being on the menu. It wasn't too creamy but still really had some sweetness to it. Great for brunch! The table also split some cheese curds and brussels sprouts to start. The cheese curds were good, but nothing special by Minnesota standards. Brussels sprouts were roasty and delicious. The star of the show was the Sunrise Sammy - which just about every at the table ordered. It was hearty and delicious - a great way to start the day. I wouldn't recommend the side salad, since it really was just leaves and dressing and the crispy potatoes looked much better. Overall, great spot in the area for brunch!
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Came for the Greenstar tour but the tour was full so decided to pop in for brunch. We ordered a round of the certified organic beers then perused the menu. Prices were slightly higher than I was expecting for the area but that didn't stop my hunger and I was impressed by the sourcing the restaurant does from local farmers. I ordered the breakfast sandwich with potatoes which was bacon, egg, fancy cheese, tomato, arugula on a fancy bun with some amazing breakfast potatoes ($15). My friend ordered the same except got a side salad instead of the potatoes. The salad looked pleasant but these potatoes were perfectly crispy. So you do you in that decision. Husband got the chicken and waffles ($16) after asking what the largest item on the menu was. It didn't come with a side but he thought it was good. The place has two rooms and a patio although the patio wasn't open in January (although it was close to 50 degrees yesterday). Definitely worth a stop for the fresh ingredients and good beer. read more
Uncommon Ground is dumb. Every time I'm dragged there, I roll my eyes. You pay a 50% premium for their local, organic, tofu nonsense. Exceptional food is worth an exceptional price, but Uncommon Ground's food is just run-of-the-mill. My lady and I showed up for brunch around 1 p.m. on a Sunday. The place was moderately busy. We waited 45 minutes for our food. Literally. 45 minutes. I ordered the burger, which was fine, but fairly bland. The only reason it tasted like anything is because I ordered bacon with it. My burger came with a lone lettuce leaf and three sad, wilted, soft things that were supposed to be "pickles." My girl's hash browns were cold. Think how long it takes for freakin' *potatoes* to cool down. Our server was nice and apologetic, but seriously, this restaurant is a joke. On our last visit, our server disappeared between taking our order and dropping off the check. We had to flag down bus boys to get water refills and condiments. If you have a raging vegan boner for Whole Foods, enjoy your 45-minute wait. If you have the ability to separate marketing from quality, there are a million better restaurants in the city. read more
We dined here for brunch yesterday and things were "fine." They were pretty busy and clearly short staffed. Our server was nice but definitely overwhelmed and rushing around. I ordered the breakfast sandwich ($15). I asked for no butter on the bun, egg whites only if possible, and for the side salad dressing to come on the side (I know, I know, annoying). The sandwich did have egg whites only and the bun wasn't buttered. The salad came with the dressing on it, but it was delicious so I didn't ask for a new one. To our waitress's credit, she did ask how everything was right after we received our food and we had no complaints. However, halfway through my really boring $15 eggwhite sandwich, I realized it was so boring because it didn't have the aioli or bacon on it. Maybe the aioli was left off because I asked for no butter on the bun? Maybe they thought no person would want egg whites only but still want the bacon? Not ideal, but we admittedly didn't alert our server since we were almost done with our meals. My fiancé ordered the vegan hash with an egg. It was good, but a pretty small portion. He also ordered an iced coffee ($5) which wasn't very good (turned out to be cold brew). We've dined here once before for dinner and enjoyed it, but I remember thinking it was overpriced. We once again left feeling that way. Our bill was around $45 for two dishes and one iced coffee. The price can be rationalized if you leave feeling satisfied, especially since it's Chicago, but we did not. Probably won't return. read more
6 years ago
Had dinner here. While the food took a little long to arrive, we had a wonderful dinner with plenty of food. The serving sizes are really large and the food was pretty tasty. The chorizo Mac and cheese tasted just like Mexican cheese dip and that was fantastic. read more
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Took my family here over memorial weekend, it was nice and easy to make reservations through open table. Some of our entrees came out of the kitchen cold but our server took care of it and brought our fresh entrees right a way. ultimately making our experience a pleasant one. My salad was great, very fresh and flavorful. My dad loved his bacon wrapped meatloaf he took tons of photos to show his friends and then ate every bite. Will definitely be back to enjoy the patio this summer. read more
I came here with my husband for dinner and a concert recently and overall enjoyed our time. We sat in the back of the restaurant for dinner. I had chili and my husband had a chicken sandwich. The chili was mediocre at best- I'd take Trader Joe's chili in a can over this TBH. The sandwich looked decent and my husband was happy but the prices are just a little insane- $9 for chili and something like $18 for that sandwich. We had a drink at the bar before the concert. I had an Old Fashioned which is usually my go to. Their $12.50 Old Fashioned just missed the mark. It was drowning in ice chips (not cubes) so it watered down within minutes on top of the fact that they put seltzer water in it at the end for some strange reason. The venue for the music was ok- very small but intimate. The way the seats are set up event if you're 3 or 4 people back, it's impossible to see if the artist sits down at any point. Why not have the tables horizontal and not perpendicular to the stage so we're not all sitting in single file rows? All in all I'd come back here for a concert but not go out of my way to have dinner/drinks beforehand- it's just too overpriced for the quality. read more
I wanted to like this place I really did. I got takeout today with my friends. I got the vegan superfood salad with seitan - the salad was TINY. The sauce was good but like soooo small portions! The seitan was also 7 extra bucks and came in a tiny container. Total cost of over $19 dollars and I left hungry. Sure it was flavorful but not satisfying or satiating. Maybe I just got the wrong thing. read more
2 years ago
I've been here a couple times - both for brunch - and I only have good things to say!! The chilaquiles taste surprisingly authentic and the portion size is pretty hefty! The breakfast potatoes were also huge and nicely seasoned! We got the Belgian waffle of the side to add something sweet to the mix. Definitely wasn't big enough to be a meal on its own and it was super sweet so I'm glad we got the sandwich and chilaquiles to balance it all out. The overall ambience of the restaurant was quite cozy and the patio in the summer is a must! read more
I recently went back to Uncommon Ground yesterday after not visiting for probably three years because of the negative experience I had the the last time I came. My mom and I were one of the only customers in the place and yet we were not being served. So after waiting 10 minutes as we observed a couple of servers chatting with each other and then one walk right by TWICE, we walked out. So....I decided to give UG another chance. This time, service was definitely better even during their busy time. For dinner, I tried the Baja Fish Tacos, Cherry Bomb (non-alcoholic) and the Ice Cream Trio (chocolate, cubby crunch and salted caramel pretzel). Although the fish tacos were fine, I don't think the fish tacos were worth the price and neither was the Cherry Bomb. The Cherry Bomb was just terrible. It tasted like cough syrup. It's pretty sad when the best thing you ordered is the ice cream... I spent a $37 (including tax and tip) but felt that the experience just didn't add up. Thus, I will not be giving UG a third chance. read more
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Ever since I left, I've been dreaming about the cocktails and food that I had at Uncommon Ground. We went here on a whim and boy were we happy we traveled down the Uncommon Ground Path. Everything was delish. I would highly recommend. Uncommon Ground! read more
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I went to this restaurant for a birthday dinner and our service was EXCELLENT. The server was very friendly, kind and attentive. He even split the check for 10 people, which we really appreciated. I ordered the normal beef burger and it wasn't anything special. The special sauce on it really didn't give it any extra flavor. The other entrees around me looked phenomenal (meatloaf and Mac n cheese), so I think I may have just ordered incorrectly. The restaurant brews their own beer. The beer and cocktails were wonderful. I would come back again to try another entree. I really appreciated the ambiance and service. read more
12 years ago
A short while ago saw Matt Nakoa perform here--a perfect venue for a soon to be discovered very, very talented performer. (Catch him when he gets back to Chicago in the Summer). We ordered our meal in the backroom where the performances are. The waitstaff is efficient, making sure not to interfere with the performance as they bring meals and take orders. I had the vegetarian chili (good, but needed some heat as in not served cold) and the fish tacos (wanted and asked for flour tortillas, got corn tortillas). The hitch in my order was apparently the only glitch. Rave reviews on the meatloaf. Drinks are good, local fare is emphasized and welcomed. read more
Yum. This is a regular spot for my friend that lives near by for brunch lunch and dinner. She always suggests it whenever we're picking somewhere to go but this is the first time we ended up going there together. The food was really delicious. I see why she goes here all the time. We started with the sweet potato fries and man was that got cheese dip a perfect pair! Was very sad when that was gone. She got the pulled pork tacos (her usual) and I got the Ruben with a side salad. Ate every last bite! read more
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Met up with friends who live in Indiana. Chicago has some great neighborhoods and the area around Wriggly Field is pretty cool. We couldn't get onto the field because of some concert that evening, so we wandered up the street and my friends brought us all to here since they come here every time they come to a game. Friendly greeting, and we just sat at the bar since we wanted to drink and catch up. They have a nice selection of craft beers if that's what you're into. I ordered a bottle of Malbec to share, since I knew we'd be drinking pretty much all day. Beer just makes me sleepy. I also ordered the sweet potato fries to share and the bartender recommended the elote dip. Now, I'm from San Diego where elote is a staple in the community that I work for. There's is decent, but all they really need is grilled corn, mayonnaise, chili powder, and parmesan...which is what I'm used to, especially if it's corn on the cob. That aside, everything was great! Service was wonderful! This is a great place to come to, but I'm sure it's nuts during a game! read more
Excellent place for frinds gathering and just love the Music room. Stopped in tonight to See and listen to the amazing Sandra Antogiorgio and her amazing musicians The place serviced some very good drinks and the food and drive was really great. Love the fact they had some vegan options. So I will definitely be back read more
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I am starting by saying I came here with Rona.... ya know she always makes you wear way too much personal protective equipment (jahahaha). Here not so much because there is amazing outdoor seating!!!! Enjoyed some delicious Manhattan cocktails! They were actually really really nice! I only say that because I feel like a lot of places make them way too sweet. The dip with the bread slices (was so good couldn't snap a pic) also had the salmon and the steak. Both were done to perfectly. Both were on the rare side as we requested and delicious. Definitely had a bit of spice on the steak but it was not overpowering! Service and hostess were super nice with great ideas. I wish I could shake this stage 5 clinger and experience "uncommon" in normal times. Great food and service. Highly recommended! read more
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Great local brews they brew over 10 beers in house and have a wide variety! Staff is knowledgeable and easy to talk to! Would highly recommend. Tried 3 beers and all were great! read more
7 years ago
Uncommon Ground... Uncommon food... Uncommon service... Beautiful early dinner experience here tonight. For a number of reasons. I'll start with the food. We ordered the flank steak and fish fry, which was one of their daily specials; essentially a fancy and delicious fish and chips platter. The fish was perfectly fried. Light and flaky, not overly greasy. The batter wasn't overpowering - the tasty white fish just beneath; moist and delicate. The fries were just right. The housemade tartar sauce divine. And I appreciated malt vinegar arriving without having to ask for it (more on the incredible service later). The flank steak was a 9.5 out of 10. And that's only because I really like my red meat super-pink. But the flavor absolutely made up for what this admittedly nitpicky carnivore wants from his flesh. The balsamic steak sauce was beautiful. But unnecessary, as the meat was so wonderfully seasoned and intelligently cooked, additional garnish was not required. The garlicy puree and roasted veggies on the plate were compliment enough. Now onto the service: Michael was an A+ server. Attentive, polite, friendly and helpful. He just got it right. He knew when to come around and with each visit added little flourishes that just made our experience all the nicer. There was another fella there too, that when my girlfriend nicked her finger on the bathroom lock, was quick on the draw with a Band-Aid. Most importantly, and well worth mentioning, was the fact that my girlfriend made the mistake of leaving her cell phone behind. We didn't realize this until about an hour later, after doing our grocery shopping and returning home. I rushed back to the restaurant frantically. And was greeted by Band-Aid Fella (I feel terrible for not asking his name, but mostly forgive myself because I was in a bit of a panic). He saw me straight away and just said, "We found the phone." Good people. Great food. And a beautiful, cozy location overall. Treat yourself, tip generously and if you're local - be grateful you've got a place this special in your own backyard. Uncommon, indeed. read more
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