Wildfire

3.6 (725 reviews)

PriceyAmerican, Steakhouses, Seafood

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Mac & Cheese Grilled Spice Rubbed Wild Salmon

Christian V.

The place was packed for a Friday night. Lots of celebrations and and stress was handled amazingly. Wildfire's past and modernity interior's always beautiful. The food was delicious and the server made sure my cousin with Allergies got the dishes made to perfection!

Boyle W.

It's like the stars say - it's OK. I think the style is a throwback to some older days. The entrees are presented un-ornate, often with the side dish plated separately. The food comes out hot and depending on your protein, nicely charred. It's often a big piece of protein, so it stands on its own, not a lot of extra personality in its presentation. Which is fine... but I dunno. Maybe this is not for me. I visited several times for dinner across five months. The prime rib was prepared a proper medium rare, but was pretty gristly. The pork chop was nice and tender, but did not have a lot of character amongst it. Like... the char was the biggest textural difference. The lamb chops were good, but difficult to negotiate around the bone. The service was excellent and attentive. No worries there! Overall, it's OK, but maybe I'm not the right audience for such a classic presentation.

Amanda W.

Went to wildfire for a client dinner and it was very nicely done. From the service, food and ambience, it was definitely a chic spot to be at. We had our reservation on a Monday night, which Mondays are usually never busy but not here. It was packed! Completely full restaurant when I walked in. Thankfully we had a private room, which was much nicer and quieter! For apps, we ordered several dishes from shrimp cocktail, fried calamari, goat cheese flatbread, and chicken skewers. I really liked the shrimp cocktail, fresh and crispy. And for my main, I opted for the crab cakes. I definitely judge to see if the crab cakes have a higher ratio of bread crumbs vs crab. And certainly like it when it is higher on the crab! And finally the desserts! Extremely decadent was the triple chocolate cake. But my favorite would be the chocolate moose, lighter and delicious. Overall food was delicious, excellent service and great restaurant. Can definitely see why it was packed on a Monday night!

Attended the 80th Birthday Party of a former colleague. Shucks , he doesn't look a day over 79 LOL. Happy Birthday Dennis.

Spartacus S.

I attended the Birthday Bash for a former colleague @ The Wildfire today. The Party was held in a side room and not the main dinning area. The room was packed with about 75 people who were present to honor Dennis , the birthday boy. Back in the day , Dennis was a Bagpiper, a good one too. Another bagpiper was in attendance and dressed in his Kilts he played happy birthday on the bagpipes in honor of Dennis , one of the original founders of the bagpipers. The service was quick and efficient and the wait staff , although quite young, was very professional. Ambiance was suitable for a date night. The restaurant itself is quite chic and can accommodate a large number of customers with banquet rooms on the side for special occasions. On the menu today was salad , filet mignon , chicken breast , mashed potatoes and Brussels Sprouts. For dessert, obviously we had birthday cake. A comedian was hired for entertainment and he was quite funny. Gathered together for this event were family , friends and former colleagues. Everyone sang Happy Birthday to the birthday boy as we bid him Adieu , & God Bless You. Happy Trails to You Dennis , until we meet again.

Petite Filet Mignon Broccoli & Lemon Vinaigrette Roasted Mushroom Caps Loaded Giant Baked Potato

Talesha C.

We came here on a Wednesday after landing at O'Hare. Our waiter was absolutely great. Very attentive and nice. He was helpful with the menu and he made sure we had a great experience. We had the bone-in rib eye (cooked medium rare), the petite filet mignon (cooked medium), the broccoli and lemon vinaigrette, the roasted mushrooms, and the large baked potato. The roasted mushrooms were definitely #1. So good and flavorful! Very well prepared. The broccoli was cold so I think they cooked them too early before bringing them to the table. The baked potato was delicious. The petite filet mignon was good and so was the ribeye. I've had better steak so I think that's why I can't really rave about this one, but for a late meal after a long flight day, it was satisfying. The ambiance at the restaurant was great. I imagine it's the music that was played in The Great Gatsby, so the vibe was great. It felt old world. Cool concept.

Frances B.

I'm remiss in having gone to wildfire for years and not having yelped yet. This is our go-to for special occasions. As a Lettuce Entertain You restaurant, the decor, service, and food are always on point. This year we went again for New Year's Eve dinner and had a wonderful time. The parking lot is ample and even on a very busy night, it's easy to get parking. The waiting area on New Year's Eve is packed but somehow still large enough to feel more festive than cramped. We had a 6p reservation and while they've always been on time in the past, they were running 15 mins behind. In the lobby and throughout, the Christmas decorations are gorgeous and go so well with the dark wood walls. We were seated in our favorite room, the Savoy, in a cozy booth along the wall. Our server, Amanda, was one of the best I've had anywhere - welcoming and always there when we needed her but never rushing us. We both had their old fashioned which is strong but well made. Along with the bread basket that comes to the table, we split a cup of shrimp and crab bisque. It was perfect - flavorful and creamy but not overly cream-based, chock full of delightful pieces of the seafood. We also split a small Caesar which had a refreshing dressing that was a nice amount without being heavy handed. For our meal, I had the cornbread crusted cod over a bed of shaved Brussels sprouts and cranberry butter, which was one of the specials. The cod tasted fresh and the crust light and nicely crunchy. The Brussels sprouts cooked so they were chewable but still held up nicely and the cranberry butter really makes the dish. Husband had the scallops which are so tender and absolutely perfect. The dish they're in can get a little rich but with how delicious it is. I love their mashed potatoes - simple and not garlicky - a nice antidote to all the rest of the very flavored food. We split a side of the mushroom caps which were so flavorful - quite salty but in a delicious way and with so many lovely notes so the salt is only one component , with a perfect chew. Husband's side was the broccoli which has a refreshing lemony flavor. We were too full for dessert this year but in the past we've enjoyed their cherry pie.

Mary Ann F.

We were visiting our Mom in Glenview ( funny my hometown) and this spot was right across the street from where she lives. We wandered over around 5 pm without a reservation and got seated right away. The place is actually massive inside, I mean tons of seating! The food was excellent especially since this my hometown and I don't expect that much... We weren't well known for excellent dining especially since we are a suburb of Chicagoan's since I worked downtown I got very spoiled with the great places downtown. Our orders were: 2 salads one chopped and one Caesar. For the mains we got a chicken sandwich and filets. I only had the salad since I wasn't that hungry. Everything was very good! The service was fast and friendly. This will be a favorite place for whenever we come visit Mom. Fantastic place!

Zero-Proof Mango Margarita and Blackberry Kentucky Mule

Kristen D.

Wildfire hosted my grandmother's 90th birthday lunch. They did a wonderful job coordinating the large group of us and immediately getting drinks ordered as people arrived. We had 5 tables in a private room. The waiters were non-stop (in a good way) and had our needs well covered. While there was a set menu, they were very accommodating of allergies and offered alternatives. The shrimp cocktail was generous and fresh. The roasted vegetables and porterhouse were flavorful and perfectly cooked. The tea service and fresh fruit as an allergy friendly dessert option were the perfect way to finish the meal.

We attended a private party at your venue, and I am extremely disappointed by the condition of the carpet. After we left, my children's clothes and shoes were covered in black residue from your carpet. While I understand that carpets receive a lot of foot traffic, there is no excuse for them to be so dirty that they transfer visible grime onto children's clothing and shoes. This indicates a serious lack of cleaning and maintenance. What is most concerning is that this was a private party with numerous young children sitting, crawling, and rolling around on the floor. It is unacceptable that parents should have to worry about their children playing on a carpet in this condition. I am genuinely disgusted knowing my child spent so much time on such an unclean surface. I have attached photos that clearly show the black residue left on my children's clothes and shoes. I expect this issue to be taken seriously and addressed promptly so that future guests--especially families with young children--are not exposed to the same unsanitary conditions.

Jason K.

Wildfire is our go to for all family occasions, especially birthdays. Their food is fantastic and the steaks, chops and seafood are top notch. The staff is excellent and it has a 1930s speakeasy vibe to it. It's also the best bang for your buck when it comes to Chicago steakhouses.

Christine D.

We three women had a reservation for noon lunch on a Thursday. The restaurant was busy but not packed, and we sat in a booth. We were greeted by three different staff and finally we learned which one was our server, but we are still not sure who the others were. (In the end, one was the busser and we never saw the other two during our meal.). We ordered wine, and one glass came with a chip with a piece of fabric in it. When it was brought to the attention of the staff, he took the glass and, without an apology, he took it away and returned with a new glass. We then spent time chatting until we realized our server was a rare sighting and had to get his attention so we could order our food. As he was telling us the specials and asking questions, he oddly avoided any eye contact with one of us (#2), speaking only to me and one other #3). When #2 had a question, the response was a bit stilted, and we could not understand why. Our meals arrived, and the Chicken Wildorf Salad and the Wildfire Chopped Salad were both very good. They were large enough to take home what could not be eaten. I had the French Onion Soup, which I did not care for; the flavor of the soup was different and there was very little bread in the broth. I also ordered a side Caesar Salad, which was a nice side but had no croutons or anything other than lettuce, dressing, and shredded cheese. This was lacking in all ways. So out of the three of us, we had 2 reasonable meals. With a total bill of $135 before tips, it was very disappointing. Which is odd because Wildfire is known for its quality, which today seems to be in short supply. The accessibility is good, with no barriers from the front door to the ladies' room. However, getting to that restroom requires a walk through the main dining room, and a wheelchair user may have some difficulty getting through the tables and chairs easily. While the tables are appropriate for accessibility, the booths are raised and are not open to those with special mobility needs. Sadly, I was disappointed with the food and the cost. This is not the Wildfire I remember from many visits in the past. During the 1-2 years since I last dined here, things certainly have changed. What a shame.

Eric L.

The house chopped salad was definitely a table favorite. It was full of freshly chopped ingredients. I specifically enjoyed the perfectly ripe avocado and sweet corn kernels. For the entree, I ordered the cedar plank salmon. I liked how the salmon was presented on the cedar plank. The salmon was cooked nicely. Good service and the dining area we were in was perfect for a group presentation.

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Joey F.

17 years ago

I have been here many times in the last three years and each time it seems to get worse. The service this last time was horrendous. First our waitress never gave us fresh ground pepper even though she offered it. Second the steak medallions were undercooked they were rare instead of medium-rare. Third when the medallions were brought back they were medium well. For the price of about $40 dollars a person I think you should get better service and have your steak cooked correctly. Next time I will be eating at another steakhouse!! read more

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Nicole G.

9 years ago

We continuously have bad experiences ordering take-out at this Wildfire location. We have spent many evenings eating at the restaurant and ordering take-out and will no longer eat at this location. The staff was rude on the phone and would not direct me to a manager when I asked. They gave me a pick-up time of 90 minutes for a salad. We will be taking our business to restaurants that do not treat us like idiots on the phone. I am not the usual type to write poor reviews but we have spent way to much of our hard earned money at this location to be treated like we are bothering the staff by ordering take-out. read more

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Nina Q.

15 years ago

I got contacted by the restaurant manager who wanted my phone number so we could discuss what happened. I'm thinking maybe I'm going to get some sort of restitution to encourage me to patronize this restaurant again. So I gave him my contact info and I never heard from him! Did I say BOO yet? Well BOO some more! read more

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Roxana N.

13 years ago

Great mood food! I just hate the fact that it gets very packed during the weekends... I went there once and turned back around becasue it was too full... read more

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Jackie H.

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Enjoyed a lovely dinner here for my sister's birthday a few nights ago. Our waitress, though quiet and a little distant was overall very nice. She was very patient with our group of 5 and answered all our questions about the menu. My husband and I shared the French Onion Soup which is absolutely to die for. Unlike most French onion soups, it is not overly salty which I appreciated. I would have it again for sure. For dinner I had the trio of medallions, one horseradish, one bleu cheese, and one parmesan with a side of mashed potatoes. I really liked the bleu cheese topping the best, the parmesan wasn't flavorful enough and the horseradish was a little much for me, but I'm glad I tried both! I'd be interested in the mushroom topping they have for the steak! My side of mashed potatoes was good but lacked flavor. Some garlic would really make them even better! My husband had The Avalon, which is a sampling of several different sea foods at Wildfire, and wow was he impressed! He said he'd absolutely order it again, and his favorite thing in the sampler was the cedar plank salmon. I tried it too and it was quite good, and I'm not a fish person! His side of creamed spinach was excellent too. I wish we had saved room for dessert, that dessert platter looked incredible! Overall, I loved the place. Good food, good atmosphere, and a good place to go on a date or for a celebration. I would like to come back, perhaps on a nice summer day and sit outside! read more

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Von E.

10 years ago

Have dined here many times but this last visit was awful. Ordered the short rib and it was tolerable at best. The portion was also a joke. I'm very disappointed that I have to write this review although I just want people to know about that dish. read more

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Joan K.

9 years ago

Never had had a bad experience. Delicious food! Love the atmosphere. Great customer service. Would go here every weekend if I could.

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Jerry R.

9 years ago

Sorry, I would rather be raving about this establishment. Not what it had been. Halibit was overcooked for both of us. We don't come as often due to the food being more average and for the money, not the quality we had in the past. In all honesty, it seems there are shortcuts. Almost as if the food got Sysco's magic touch of precooked frozen in transport - not like fresh at all. Shame, we had liked this place and liked going there every few months and it's nearby. Now, it's the disappointment for the last three visits. Needs to be decorporatized so people that actually care more about quality than a buck. Service is cog in a wheel with more effeciency (which was good) but lacked warmth and charm. read more

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Kim F.

13 years ago

Our go to favorite for any "special" occasion or date night. The filet medallions are delicious! Service is usually very good. I would definitely recommended making a reservation if you're going to come here, as there is almost always a wait. read more

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Craig W.

11 years ago

Always good. Food is always fresh and cooked to perfection. Love the tuna steak teriyaki. Outstanding!

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Kathy M.

10 years ago

Danny our waiter was awesome. Great for gluten free dining.

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Karen C.

9 years ago

Ordered the prime rib and the filet. Grilled exactly to our order. Both were excellent! Service was attentive but not overbearing. Not a fan of the cornbread, would have rather had a selection of rolls. Will be going back. read more

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Valerie H.

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9 years ago

LOVE this place!! I choose to go here every year on my birthday. The food is amazing (you HAVE to get the twice baked potato)! And Monday is half price bottles of wine! Can't beat that! read more

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Mike E.

15 years ago

I used to be a raving fan and now I am very disappointed. I went to the Glenview Wildfire and had to wait over 1/2 hour on a reservation. We then were seated it was about another 15 minutes before a waitress came over to our table. I had ordered a Grey Goose Martini and when it came there was about 1 1/2" empty from the top and the Martini's there are very pricey. I then ordered there famous salad which had brought to their restaurant, they were very skimpy with the bacon and blue cheese and the price shot up. After the salad I had what I thought was a 16oz steak and it was a 8oz.( was charged for the price of a 16oz) I was on a date so I didn't want to raise a scene. I used to manage a restaurant and would appreciate when a customer told me about the poor service and quality of the food. So I decided to call the manager, I had left my number around 6-7 times and he never called me back. Finally I got a hold of one and he couldn't wait to get me off the phone fast enough, and offered me a $25 voucher for my next visit. I had a similar experience with the Wildfire in the City. I use to go to the Wildfire for my Birthday not this year. It's funny everyone that I have told about my poor experience they had agreed, that Wildfire has dropped tremendously in customer service and quality in food. read more

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aubrey j.

15 years ago

I've been to several of the Wildfire locations and have had amazing dish after amazing dish. Not so with this location. I ordered the short rib ravioli to-go today and could not taste a single flavor beyond GARLIC. Lots and lots and lots of chunky garlic completely overpowered it all. I had to throw it away after trying to pick out the garlic in the hopes of recovering a tasty dish - not a success. I'm still hungry and will likely be visiting the vending machine in a few minutes. Stay away from this dish and good luck with the rest of them! read more

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Tom H.

11 years ago

slow, even for early on. Waitress did not bring child's menu, even though stated this in the reservation. One of the meals did not arrive until everyone else had completed their meal. No apology and no attention to detail. Waitress did not communicate that there was a delay or a problem. When the last meal did arrive, there was no sincere apology or excuse for the delay. I will not recommend any friends/family to this chain. A very bad experience! Never attended a restaurant where I didn't actually get a meal! This was a special occasion and regretted not going elsewhere. I will not frequent this restaurant in the future. read more

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Amanda S.

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11 years ago

Walking into Wildfire you understand the style of the restaurant by its warmth and welcoming feeling, that it portrays. I have a friend who is a hostess there and she kindly seats us to a booth that is comfortable with us. My friend and I start looking over the menu and dinner specials. The waiter came over and introduced himself and before anything asked us what we would like to drink and we ordered our appetizer also which was calamari. He returned a little later with our drinks and starting to talk about the dinner special but my friend and I had already made up our decision of what to eat. He continued on with the dinner specials and I just wanted him to stop talking and order my food, he was just doing his job so I understood. He finished up and I ordered the lemon-pepper chicken breasts with a side fresh broccoli. My friend ordered the New York strip steak with a side of wood-roasted mushroom caps and we shared a side of redskin mashed potatoes. My chicken was very juicy but it had too much fat around it which made is not as appetizing as I would expect. The broccoli with lemon vinaigrette was delicious had a nice flavoring to it and was different than most broccoli you get from another restaurant. The side of redskin mashed potatoes was a perfect side to go along with my lemon-pepper chicken. I tried my friends New York strip steak and it was indescribable the juices and seasoning mixed together perfectly to create steak. My friend said the mushroom caps tasted great and were cooked better than other mushrooms. I've never liked mushrooms so I didn't try them but my friends review of them was good. The redskin mashed potatoes also went really well with the steak even better than how they went with the chicken breast. We still had some room left and my friend paid for our dessert so we ordered a sundae. It was a basic vanilla Sunday but it tasted better than most do because it had chocolate covered pretzels pieces in it. It was a great way to end the night with a tasty free dessert. Overall the rating I would give the food is a 7 out of 10. If I were to ever visit Wildfire again I would not get the chicken again but I would get the steak like my friend. I would not make a recommendation of the lemon-pepper chicken but I would recommend the steak. My overall experience at Wildfire was good and I would revisit there again. read more

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Andy L.

11 years ago

If I was to review on food alone I would give it a solid 4 stars. But... Being that I am not, it gets one. The hostess was a disaster. If I wanted someone to give me poor service and a bad attitude, I would have gone to a quirky hipster place. When I go to Wildfire, I expect to be greeted with a smile and a nice demeanor. It was my fault for staying but the hostess got in my head a put a dark cloud over an otherwise pleasant meal. Next time I going to drop over $300 on a meal it will be somewhere else. You should also. read more

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Theresa K.

9 years ago

I just called to place an order for carry out. Lady answered the phone was rude, unprofessional, and absolutely unnecessary.

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Eli R.

12 years ago

We came here for a birthday and the meal was a bit disappointing. The kids meal was small. The service was bad and they had some weird policy that you can't share the steak with kids and that really let me down. The entree took an over an hour and a half to get ready but that was reasonable because ther were 14 people. This fine dining restraunt needs some refinement. read more

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Tia B.

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I tried to have an early dinner here on a Tuesday night. I arrived at 4:45pm and sat at the bar. I waited over 15 minutes before anyone acknowledged my presence. Who I assume to be my server came over and asked what I'd like to drink. I asked for a menu and some water. Another 10 minutes later a different server came with menu but no water. I was afraid to let her walk away without ordering because I was limited on time and had an appointment at 6. So I made her wait while I decided what to order. By this time it was 5:20. I finally received water around 5:30. No one spoke to me or even came to check on me. I noticed a bunch of servers standing in the corner laughing and not working. My burger did not come out until almost 6! I still didn't see my original server again. I was so frustrated that I had to ask them to wrap up my burger to go because I was out of time. Finally my original server was walking past my table, still not acknowledging me, and I asked him for my bill. Mind you, the restaurant was not even close to busy. When I arrived at 4:45 there were barely 5 people in the bar. As I was ready to leave at 6 it was finally filling up but I still didn't see any signs of urgency from the staff. I paid my check and, no, the server did not get a tip. This is not the first time I've received poor service from this Wildfire. I decided to give this location another chance, but now I'm finished. The last time I had to send undercooked food back to the kitchen the manager gave me a gift card. Needless to say a gift card does not make up for poor food and service. I won't be spending my money or time here ever again. read more

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George J.

Elite 15

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13 years ago

I love this place, great food and great service. They have so many great selections my personal favorites are their rib eye steak, chopped salad with the house dressing and the shrimp cocktail. Make sure you have a reservation as this place is always busy, save your self the long wait. They also have an amazing black berry mojito, it's not too strong and a great way to start off your night. Their steaks are always cooked to perfection especially if you're like me and like your steak medium/rare. If you're looking for a classy place with great service and great food you'll love Wildfire. read more

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Natallia K.

13 years ago

While the food there was just okay, the service was horrendous! I had my girls only birthday dinner there and it took forever for our waitress to acknowledge our existence. My drink order was mixed up, not enough silverware on the table and it took FOREVER for our food to arrive. read more

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Mia M.

13 years ago

From Los Angeles here folks, and this was our first time...we tried to call and book a reservation but they said it's all booked up after 6:30pm so we decided to go early without a reservation and got there around 5:30pm sharp and got sit down on a nice booth. Service was impeccable!!! 5 stars on that spot!! Ambiance was great!! Clean!! and super nice restaurant!! My hubby orders the Char Bone In Rib Eye and it was delish!!! I was going to order that but I said, I'll just order the prime rib roasted for 6 hours I think on a 16 oz w/c is $30.95 price tag on it! I don't eat much, thinking what's left my hubby will devour it lol ...so we had ordered some good wine first...then shrimp cocktail was good!! then bread...then roasted beet with goatcheese salad delish!! so here comes our meat........my hubby's meat came really just perfect!! mine was the worst one !!! it tasted like a RUBBER!! am more thinking it was roasted yesterday and left for days and serve to me!!! it was upsetting !! Oh believe me they have tried to accomodate me but it was just a bit tad too late...cuz, my husband are done eating and I just didn't wanna taste that meat again!! So that was my total experience here at this place! It wasn't great at all!! I just hope that their chef's knows what's he's doing!!! read more

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Adrian F.

9 years ago

Went here for the first time to celebrate an anniversary, and words cannot describe how amazing the experience was. We were seated immediately upon entering the restaurant, and treated as royalty throughout the entire service. Our server Steve was phenomenal. He was very witty and energetic, and by far the best waiter I have ever encountered. The food was exquisite, especially the beef wellington special. The food was served in a timely manner and we did not have to wait a long time in between meals. The dessert menu is indescribable. With a large variety of mouth watery desserts, this place knew how to wrap up a great dinner. I specifically created this yelp account to recommend this place to others. I will definitely come back and will hopefully receive Steve as my server once again. read more

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V. B.

14 years ago

Wow -- so underwhelming. 6 people, 3 ordered red meat, 3 didn't -- and guess which 3 were unhappy? Salads too salty, beet salad had almost no beets, cocktails were weak. Dressing on the steak salad was weird. Dirty water glasses. (Waiters also grabbed the glasses near the rim.) We dined early on a Sat. and the place was packed-- and the staff completely overwhelmed. Service was friendly but inattentive and slow. Then to cap it all off, the coat room is self service, but staff use the space as a pass through from the kitchen-- so our final memories of the evening were searching for our coats in a poorly lit room, mixing up our coats with someone else's, tripping over staff with trays of food. ... only the desserts were excellent. Will not return. read more

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Christine K.

18 years ago

I heard so much about this place and I thought this would be a good experience----boy was I wrong!! I guess this is what suburbia thinks is good---personally me being a city girl, I just have finer taste! this place is garbage! food was poor, the girls at the front are rude! the waiters were okay...it could be so much better read more

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Mike D.

9 years ago

Outstanding in every way. We recently had a memorial luncheon for my mother, who loved this restaurant. The staff could not have been more pleasant to work with while planning. The meal and service on the day of was unbelievable. We were so touched. Not just great food, great people. read more

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Destiney H.

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9 years ago

It's always great dining at wildfire. The steak is always my favorite and cooked perfectly every time! The staff is always on top of everything, and they're also very helpful when it comes to suggestions. However, It can become pretty crowded but overall it's a great place to go out for a delicious dinner. read more

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Patricia T.

9 years ago

I have been going to Wildfire since it opened at this location in the Glen. Like the other Wildfire locations, the setting is Frank Sinatra/Hollywood/dark wood and photos. It is charming, and it is a wonderful special occasion (or any occasion) site. The food and service has always been excellent. There was one occasion the service fell short, but the management corrected the situation. I don't need a menu, which is expansive, because I always order spinach salad and prime rib, rare. You can't lose. read more

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Vicky E.

11 years ago

I just realized that i had such a horrible experience the last time i was here on Christmas with my family. I cant believe i am writing a review almost a year later lol. Anyways, i dont even know how the food was because i have never got my right order. The server brought all the other food for my family but got my order wrong (after almost waiting for an hour) by that time of course my husband and my kids were done with their dinner. I was such in awe that when the server brought me the wrong order she didn't even apologize, she just took the food without any word. i didn't know for how long i was going to wait for my food to come. After almost 2 hours of waiting we decided to leave and tell the manager what happened. Then all of a sudden the server came with my right order already packed in a to go box and said, "this is your order, have a good night!" I could not believe it!!! But the manager was so understandable yet discounted only my order but now i always hesitate to go there because i am afraid to get a horrible experience again! read more

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Logan S.

14 years ago

Great food, an elegant, warm, enveloping dining space and highly professional, near-invisible servers make for a perfect dining experience. We were late and very wet (a vehicle breakdown in Chicago's monsoon season), but were treated with the utmost courtesy and kindness. (For that alone, I was most grateful.) Drinks (perfect) arrived quickly and the service throughout the meal was impeccable. I'll be going back. read more

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neela j.

12 years ago

Poor poor service every time- we have gone 4-5 times now. But the food is consistently good- the chopped salad and filet steak outstanding. I wish they would get better service- would keep going back!! read more

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Brendan M.

18 years ago

always a decent, consistent meal. blue-cheese filet, asparagus, grilled sweet potato....heavenly. Don't be afraid to send stuff back if it is not cooked to your liking....they don't mind! read more

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meredith t.

17 years ago

Consistently amazing filet mignon, although I would probably avoid the toppings and go with the steak alone. Friends have also noted good prime rib and beef ribs. Love the potatoes au gratin and broccoli, too. Careful with the portion sizes - a normal size meal is enough for more than one for many people, with no room for dessert! read more

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Happy M.

15 years ago

This place is always busy and the food is always great... The service was wonderful and our waitress was very attentive and did not rush us.. Our family had a great time all 10 people ..Great place for a nice size salad for lunch, or fish, seafood and stake for dinner with great wine list. I will be back with my work people very soon... read more

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Laura L.

11 years ago

The food was terrible - the mussels were undercooked, the fish was bland, and the prime rib was dry. And the swordfish steak, not a steak, a filet at best. Plus, it was on a bed of onions that overpowered the fish. Just terrible. The only thing I liked was my creamed spinach and the bison meatballs. This was definitely not worth the price and there are far better steakhouses out there. I wouldn't waste time or money going here again. read more

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Sam A.

11 years ago

Blahh! We have been to the Wild fire in Oak brook and had an amazing experience every time. This Wild fire was nothing like that one. First of all, the ambience of this place is a lot like Apple bees or Dennys, ok maybe a notch up. The plates and forks were dirty, had stains on them and were really really old. The carpet looked really dirty. The service was decent but the food was laughable. I ordered the barbecue chicken and my husband ordered the Filet and the scallops. The chicken, I kid you not looked like it was delivered from kfc or some other fast food chain. The presentation was very poor. There was no flavor, no sauce not even a piece of green. Seriously, if you know good quality, then this place is not it. My husbands filet was nothing special and the scallops were reheated from frozen. I'm not sure why this place doesnt try harder to bring flavor to their dishes. Not worth the what you pay for. The one in Oak Brook is far better! The only thing we liked here was the kale salad. ;( read more

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Barry N.

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11 years ago

I started my real estate business in the same strip mall and soon it became my go to restaurant. The food is always top notch. The service is exceptional no matter if dining in or taking out I don't drink but my wife and I would sit at the bar and split a steak. They would cook our half steaks the way we want them and then serve us by splitting everything in half and giving us separate plates. While dining at the bar I love to watch the bartenders chatter with customers while serving the bar area with food and drinks. They also bar for the entire restaurant. Great bartenders, service and food. read more

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Grey A.

11 years ago

The current "just over 3 star" rating for Wildfire is just about right on the mark. We stopped for a lunch today. Service was fine, but otherwise unremarkable. We were seated quickly, and the dining room and bar were surprisingly larger than I'd expected. One in our party ordered the chicken sandwich and water. Another just tea, the soft pretzels, and the chopped salad. I had a light breakfast and was on my way to Ohare, so I loaded up with the crab & shrimp bisque, chopped salad, and stuffed patty melt with mashed potatoes, and two drafts (Ohare and all in my near future). Chicken sandwich was, by all reports good but not exceptional. My bisque was very good. Pretzels were ok. Patty melt was almost humorously small! Folks, if you are going to stuff the patty with all the ingredients that would normally go on top of it, you can't just keep the patty the same size! Mashed potatoes were very good, coleslaw turned my stomach. Warm and about like what you can get from a carton. Now, the chopped salad - huge in size and disappointment. Our server had recommended it, so two of us were looking forward to trying it. Now, a chopped salad should me more than just a regular $7 salad chopped into smaller pieces, which pretty much sums up what we were served, for $14.95. So, wildfire, sharpen your game a little bit. A chopped salad should be more akin to the 1/4 the size work of art served at the (now closed) Solaris Grill in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia or even just a stone's throw from you at the Yardhouse in the Glen. The one at the Yardhouse is 1/3 the size of yours, but far better. In all a solid three star about which we should have researched a bit more. Would go again for a straight burger and beer, and that's about it. $100 all in for 2 sandwiches, 2 chopped salads, 2 appetizers/soup, 2 beers, and a cup of tea is a lot for what we were served. read more

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1300 Patriot Blvd
Glenview, IL 60026
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What time does Wildfire open?

Wildfire opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Wildfire closes at 8:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Wildfire closes at 9:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.Wildfire closes at 8:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 11:30 AM - 8:30 PMFri-Sat 11:30 AM - 9:00 PMSun 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM

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Yes, Wildfire takes credit cards.

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Does Wildfire have catering options?

No, Wildfire does not have catering options.

Does Wildfire serve alcohol?

Yes, Wildfire serves alcohol. Full Bar

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Does Wildfire allow dogs?

Yes, Wildfire allows dogs.

Does Wildfire have TVs?

No, Wildfire does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Wildfire have bike parking?

Yes, Wildfire has bike parking.

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Yes, Wildfire has parking options. Private Lot Parking

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Yesenia G.

7 months ago

I went to Wildfire yesterday for a late Valentine's Day lunch. I'm a regular at Wildfire and have consistently had good experiences at the Schaumburg and downtown locations, so this visit was unexpectedly disappointing. We were seated promptly and at first everything seemed fine. Our waiter was initially kind and accommodating. However, once we started ordering, the experience went downhill. I asked for a side I always get at other Wildfire locations, asparagus. While it isn't listed as a standalone menu item, I've never had an issue ordering it before. The waiter told me asparagus was only available "Oscar-style" and offered green beans as an alternative, which I didn't want. I asked to speak with a manager, but instead of trying to help or explore options, he simply repeated the same explanation and made no effort to accommodate the request. About 15 minutes later, when our food arrived, the manager came to the table with the food. I explained the situation again, and he said he could ask the chef if asparagus was available. However, I watched him walk around the restaurant and return without even speaking to the kitchen, then tell us it wasn't possible. That felt dismissive rather than genuine. To make matters worse, my steak was ordered medium-well and came out medium. After the earlier interaction, our waiter's demeanor noticeably changed his tone became short, and he was far less present. I didn't feel comfortable bringing up the steak because it seemed like it would be met with resentment. We had to wait long stretches just to get refills and dessert, and he barely checked on us afterward. Overall, the lack of hospitality and attentiveness overshadowed what should have been a nice Valentine's outing. I've always enjoyed Wildfire, but after this experience, I won't be returning to this location. There is definitely room for improvement when it comes to guest service and hospitality. read more

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9 years ago

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11 years ago

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Marzena L.

10 years ago

I had my son's baptism at Wildfire's Club room last night. Our event was successful because of the wonderful people that work there! The service that we received was absolutely superb. Everyone was incredibly kind, attentive, helpful, and made sure that everything was just perfect. The food was simply amazing and the atmosphere of the evening was relaxed and calm. I am so thankful and glad that I chose to have my son's baptism at Wildfire. The event planners made everything nice and easy. The whole evening was perfectly organized and every detail was perfectly planned out. The event was great and everything my family and I had hoped it would be. Thank you Wildfire! I highly recommend Wildfire for any event. read more

Monika M.

1 year ago

We recently held a funeral luncheon at Wildfire in Glenview, and we couldn't be more grateful for the experience they provided. From the moment we arrived, the staff was thoughtful, respectful, and accommodating - making a difficult day a bit easier for all of us. The private room was warm and comfortable, the food was absolutely delicious, and the service was outstanding. Every detail was handled with care and professionalism. We truly appreciated their kindness and efficiency and would wholeheartedly recommend Wildfire for any gathering - especially one where compassion and quality matter most. Thank you to the entire team. read more

Pat P.

15 years ago

Mother's Day dinner can be a disaster in a lot of restaurants, but ours here was great. We had a fabulous waitress, lots of patience w the babies with us, great honest recommendations, and wonderful attentive service. Calamari was exceptional, really tender, very lightly battered for frying. Our steaks were perfectly cooked as we ordered them (crusted tenderloin trio is a favorite) and all the sides were tasty. No matter what we order here, and we've gone so many times, it is consistently excellent. read more

Carl J.

6 years ago

Wildfire was the spot back in the day, maybe a good decade ago. Now the management is very inexperienced, short tempered and always seems to stuff as many people as possible into one section. My NY steak was well done, when i wanted it rare. They did fix that however taking about 35 mins. the potatoes and French fries were dry and flavorless. Disgruntled and flat seemed like unhappy employees no enthusiasm or charisma. read more

Sarah P.

16 years ago

I have been to Wildfire many times for special occasion dinners and always enjoyed the experience. Food is consistently good and service friendly. I will say however that I don't think the meals are a good value. I find it slightly overpriced and therefore do not consider it a good place to take the whole family. I will enjoy it for special dinners and the occasional treat/splurge with my husband. read more

Frank T.

9 years ago

I don't have many words except.. DELICIOUS. ELEGANT. CLASSY. I have been, and love, taking the wife out here for our anniversary, for years. Reminds me of old steakhouses back in my day! Service= Amazing. Food= melt in your mouth Filets. Amazing. I could rave about this place all day! A few more months, I will be there again to enjoy the best filet mignons around the Chicago area. read more

Dave T.

14 years ago

The steak with a parmaesan crust was tender and delicious, the apple martini is fantastic it has a rim with cinnamon sugar and an apple for garnish. Our waiter was excellent he was always around when we needed a drink and was gone so we could enjoy our food. The price was a little on the expensive side but it is worth it. You have to try the chopped salad. read more

Ana G.

7 years ago

I like to start by saying that I love this place. Our server Helen was exceptional and next time I go there I will ask to be seated in her area. We eat there on March 8 in the afternoon. Food is very good and the Cobb salad is the best. I went there a few times and food is best at Wildfire. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Barbara R.

3 years ago

Delicious food. Tender and juicy steak, delicious and perfectly seasoned sides. Melt in your mouth steak. Absolute winner was the corn bread. The corn bread was so succulent and moist, I would come back for 3 plates of it. The CORN BREAD was perfection, no matter what do not skip the corn bread. Service was top notch too. read more

Kay D.

14 years ago

Great Great Great, Food and waitresses are the best if you want attention and salad, price though is more to the high price. Plenty of parking. We shopped at Jewel after the meal so it made my belly feel a bit easier after big salad meal. Try it once in a while you will feel good. read more

Pat S.

15 years ago

Great food....decent service. We found Wildfire on yelp and trusted the reviews. Everything was great but my wife felt the waitress was slow. Cant knock the business for a waitress. Food was real good and somewhat fast considering the crowd. I'd go back and recommend to anyone read more

Valarie H.

11 years ago

My sister-in-law and I were looking for a new place to eat and came across Wildfire. They had a Parmesan crusted Salmon on special the night we went that was out of this world! Very good drinks as well. It can get a little pricey, however the quality of the food was great! read more

Natalie S.

7 years ago

Went to the Duckhorn wine tasting event on Thursday night! Exceptional food and wine pairings. Received very generous pours on 5 different wines! Also would refill your glass if you really liked it!!! Excellent food, wine and service! read more

Trina B.

10 years ago

This restaurant was a huge surprise. I was floored by all food they brought out. Hard to believe but one of the best filet preparations I have ever had. My only request would be some more affordable wine options. Will be back. read more

Steve E.

12 years ago

The bison steak with coffee rub is absolutely fantastic. I never thought I would like bison but this was the most tender piece of meat I've ever had. My wife had the salmon, very good as well but I'm definitely a meat guy!! read more

Pb F.

10 years ago

I have never had a bad meal here! Their salads are to die for, the Sunday turkey special never disappoints. The staff is on point, from the people who take your order over the phone for carry out to the wait staff. read more

daniel y.

17 years ago

WOW What a treat!!!! this place is awesome. they have the great steaks ever. and their service is great. i will recommend the Romanian skirt stake to the red meat lovers. great place and not that expensive!!!!!! read more

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Valley Lodge Restaurant

3.7

(205 reviews)

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A great, eclectic menu with many choices that will have everybody in your party happy…read more There is a great array of other appetizers to choose from on the menu. Try the Saganaki, it's a great, festive way to start your meal. The Cheeseburger Salad is something I've never seen anyplace else-try it! The Whitefish and Ribs are excellent. The service is usually quick and efficient with pleasant servers. It can get crowded at lunch and dinner times, but it is worth a wait if need be.

My husband and I went here on a Sunday about 530. Thinking it wouldn't be that crowded. We were…read morevery wrong. We sat in the bar area at a table. Nobody came to us for at least 10 minutes. After finally getting the menus. We ordered two beers and a appetizer of some fancy fries as I was starved. The beers came out much later. We never received our fries. She then took our main order. Still never received our appetizer. Much much later when she finally returned with our main food And our appetizer. Who brings the appetizer out with the food?!. Beer also was a little warm, but I did not want to go back at that point cause I was just so thirsty. Service was just very poor. And I guess that's my big pet peeve nowadays Food is good though pricey but what isn't nowadays? And if you're paying for the good food you should have good service. I should not have to wait 40 minutes for my appetizer. Food was good though. All in all it's a cute place with a nice menu and location. But don't expect to get out of there quick.

Prairie Grass Cafe

3.6

(362 reviews)

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(4) ~ very good overall food & service…read more DRINKS: ** Water (tap) = (4.35) Very good, must be filtered;) ** Coffee = (4) very fresh FOOD: ** Tomato Basil Soup = (4.35) Very tasty ** Chocolate Chip Cookies (warm) = (4) very good * Chicago Magazine's #1 Sirloin Burger = (3.75) Good, but not my cup of tea...prefer mine on a roll;)

Good food and a comfortable ( and well established) space…read more Waiter was a little pushy and impatient. The dinner was great. Loved the very traditional chicken- crisp and full of flavor.

Jameson's Charhouse

3.3

(305 reviews)

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Ambiance and service was good. The food was tasty and fresh. Does get busy so either go a little…read moreearly or stop in to make a reservation and come back at that time.

Mixed review here. Our party of four ordered the filet, pork chop, chicken piccata and the fish…read morespecial (type of fish escapes me right now). With the exception of the pork chop everyone was very satisfied with their dishes. The pork chop looked good on delivery but was overcooked and tough. I have an aversion to sending food back as it causes one person to sit and wait for the 'redo' while others eat then they get to sit and watch the 'redo' person eat their meal. The mashed potatoes were meh, nothing special, really expected more. Our server was either new, untrained, disinterested or having a bad day. Perhaps unhappy that only two of us ordered drinks which were slow to arrive. Our server was not very attentive, did not stop by to ask if 'everything was alright' and missed out on a second round of drinks being ordered. However, our server was far more attentive to a nearby table of 6, all of whom ordered drinks, perhaps that's the motivation to provide friendly service. No matter, we've been here before, the ambience is good, the food, with one exception this time was enjoyed and as we attend the theater next door we will more than likely be back. Sorry, no photos of the fish or chicken dish.

Ruth's Chris Steak House

3.9

(432 reviews)

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Hadn't been here for years but by my surprise .. it was outstanding .. service +5…read more The executive chef was very attentive as well as our waiter. Ill be going back soon .. oh and the food was delicious . Outstanding !!!

Good & Bad... Went here a few weeks ago. We were seated for…read moredinner in the main dining room with fireplace and a warm ambiance. Food and service was excellent! Delicious warm bread with whipped butter, yummy mushroom side was the perfect accompaniment to the large bone-in ribeye we shared, which the among the best steak I've ever had! Full of flavor, and cooked to perfection. The chef even came out to our table to see if we enjoyed our meal.. and, YES we did! Then more recently I went with a small party for dinner at the same Ruth's Chris, anticipating a similar top-notch experience - NOT! We were seated in a dismal side dining room - no warmth or character, just a dull monochrome room with tables and chairs and a few pieces of confetti sprinkled on the white table cloths to presumably give a more festive note (really???). Each of us got the $60 special and it was truly not up to Ruth's Chris standards. I think the components of the "special" must be of a lower quality than if you order from the regular a la carte menu as it did not compare at all with my previous experience. Previously we were served warm and yummy bread that tasted fresh-baked. This time the bread was served at room temperature. The special $60 special dinner included a salad and house salad I chose was a like they opened a bag of room temperature, grocery store mixed greens and threw on a cherry tomato and a few crouton cubes; bleu cheese dressing had a few chunks of something in it, but there was zero bleu cheese flavor - very blah! The smaller ribeye was cooked to correct Med Rare, but it was very greasy and utterly flavorless (not to be mistaken with their larger a la carte, juicy and flavorful ribeye) Ate only a few bites before I decided it wasn't worth eating. The Brussel sprouts side dish was very charred and swimming in greasy butter and/or bacon grease - just inedible. The 2 grilled shrimp looked pretty served on top of the ribeye, but they were flavorless aside from a kind of vague fishy taste. Garlic mashed potatoes were soppy, and drenched with butter (i.e. not at all fluffy). Chocolate cheesecake for dessert was best part of the meal, and I must say, this one thing was really delicious. Service was nice and helpful, but left us waiting both when we were ready to order and also when done with meal. All in all, this was not a $300+ experience! Buyer beware - Ask to be seated in main dining room (not one of those dreary side rooms). If you are prepared to pay crazy high prices for good food at this restaurant, DO NOT get the $60 special if you want a true Ruth's Chris quality meal. Better to splurge and order a la carte.

Di Pescara

3.4

(440 reviews)

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High Holiday Dinner Saturday…read more Server: Food: Preset Holiday menu. Overall very good. Some , some just ok. Been here many times for the High Holiday. Overall Consistently good. This year portions were ridiculously small. We had to ask for another portion EVERY single time, and no one over ate. Only the soup serving was adequate. Really , adults out for High Holiday dinner, 1/2 of fish???? Everything was WAY WAY small portioned. At the end in the meal, we took a one two verbal punch from a manager. Check your staff, manager spoke out of turn to server and us. Terrible attitude , beyond rude to us. LEYE, you might was to send someone in undercover. Shana Tova!

First time here and it didn't disappoint! From the moment we walked in to the moment we left, it…read morewas a great experience. Our waiter was super friendly and made some great suggestions. My favorite calamari was on the menu so I had to try it and it was delicious! The steak was done just right and I truly enjoyed it with mashed potatoes. The ambiance was decent but a bit loud due to the number of people present. All in all, a great experience and I'll be back for more.

Lake Avenue Tavern

3.4

(329 reviews)

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This place was literally 2 minutes walk from my place and I've been wanting to try it for so long…read moreand I finally decided to but I was alone and I can only order so much and my eyes instantly went to the nachos so I did order their nachos and it was really good it wasn't saturated with cheese which I liked and I added chicken to it so it's one of the places where they have good nachos. I also did order their French onion soup which was my very first French onion soup and I liked it it was covered in cheese it was very tasty I wasn't expecting to like it just because of the name but I tried something new and I liked it. I did find out that they are closing from May 11th to the first week of June just because they are renovating the place however the food is going to stay the same and everything else is going to stay the same they're just going to renovate and update the place the service was amazing she took care of me I sat by the bar and unfortunately I wasn't able to get her name. Parking is an issue it's in the plaza so a lot of parking spots. I am definitely looking forward to coming back and trying more things on the menu oh and they do have happy hour from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for a few of their appetizers and some drinks that is something to take a note of. Happy eating!

A mid-2026 revamp of the décor and menu at Johnny's Kitchen & Tap, together with a new business…read morename (under the same owner), has transformed the passé supper club-style restaurant into a contemporary sports bar. We could not agree more that the 1980s décor was looking tired and old, and the menu needed refreshing. The new decor is considerably brighter and also more spacious and open. But really now, do the north 'burbs need another sports bar? Without the old sound-absorbing surfaces, the noise level is considerably higher. A contemporary pop-rock soundtrack blasting from the speakers combines with commotion from the bar, making conversation difficult. The menu has been updated with additional apps, burgers (and other sandwiches), pizza, "Wok Out" bowls, and Tex-Mex. Thankfully, an assortment of the old school dinner entrees including wood-fired rotisserie specialties is still available. But there is no longer a separate menu of dinner specials (including the Three Course Supper). And, while entrée prices are unchanged or modestly higher, the tradeoff is that the entrées come with a single side dish whereas they previously included a bread basket and a choice of soup or salad. Currently a bowl of chicken tortilla soup is $5.95 and a garden salad ordered with an entrée is $3.00. We ordered the latter. The side salads here used to be generous in size, but what we got this time was a surprisingly skimpy serving with a puddle of water at the bottom of the bowl (which seems to be a trademark of their salads). We used to pay a modest upcharge to substitute a small Caesar or Greek salad, but now these upcharges are $7.00 and $8.00, respectively. Bummer! We expressed our dissatisfaction to our server and also a manager. Both were pleasant and understanding (I suspect they hear similar feedback from other diners). My Missus ordered a single pork chop BBQ-style ($18.95) and requested that it be broiled with sauce on rather than poured over after it was cooked. The kitchen neglected to follow this request. I ordered the cedar plank salmon ($29.95) and our friend ordered the chicken kabob ($22.95). Everything was very good but nothing really stood out. Value-wise, the current menu is overpriced. Sports bars are popular to the point where they have become very competitive. The places that are innovative and offer an upscale menu and - importantly - good value have the edge. Our experience at Lake Avenue Tavern was average at best. We will miss the old Johnny's (and the "oldies" soundtrack).

The Hampton Social - Skokie

3.7

(651 reviews)

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Went for oyster and some cocktails We were tired from…read moreshopping Wish they had more bar bites We weren't hungry so went for oyster Super great quality!

Stopped in for happy hour bites and drinks. Ordered a dirty martini at happy price of $9 (regular…read moreprice $17). It was delicious BUT it was only about 3 oz (not sure, but I believe regular size is like 5-6 oz). So BASICALLY smaller price BUT significantly less martini, making it no HAPPY HOUR deal! Will not do that again! Rip off! We also ordered happy hour bite for $9 which was delicious. We ordered guacamole & chips which were so yummy! On top of the Guac they had feta cheese, cilantro and corn. Not huge in size, plenty for two people, and Very delicious. FYI, they automatically add an 18% service charge on your bill for a tip to the server. Then they give you recommended additional tip amounts at bottom of receipt showing a 3%, 5% and 7% additional tip amount.

E J's Place

3.4

(265 reviews)

•$$$

EJ's is an awesome steakhouse near Old Orchard Mall. The food, service, and atmosphere were great…read more The grilled calamari and shrimp DeJonghe were very tasty appetizers. The portions of each were large and easy to share. The sauce with the grilled calamari was incredible. Moreover, all of the steaks were cooked to perfection and very tender. I enjoyed the interior and vibe of the dining area as well. My experience at the restaurant was wonderful, and I am looking forward to coming back.

Disclaimer: I'm a New Yorker who's moved to Chicagoland so maybe I'm a bit snooty but the regular…read moreYelpers in the Midwest should always be viewed with a star and a 1/2 less than what is expected normally. Typical steakhouse, similar to The River Palm Terrace in Jersey but the service was meh. We actually had to ask a server walking by for menus. What restaurant seats you without giving you a menu? Drinks came out after the apps and the main course was off pace after our salads and soups; felt like we were sitting there waiting for an hour. The steaks were under seasoned and couldn't help feeling like the dishes had been sitting in the kitchen for a bit...maybe the server forgot. Sautéed spinach was too salty. The quality of meat and prep and the service doesn't qualify for a $600+ dinner. Probably would have had a better time at Longhorn, unfortunately.

Frank & Betsie's Restaurant

4.3

(108 reviews)

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Visited to celebrate our anniversary. Our server Julie was great and the staff overall was…read morewonderful. There is a small outdoor seating area which we took advantage of since we had a beautiful late-spring evening. We both got the cucumber soup which was unique and delicious. My wife got the lemon chicken and I got the crispy cod. Both were top-notch and they know how to cook fish. I had lemon cake for desert and my wife had almond pear tart. Both great. Overall, very nice experience and we'd like to try the lunch menu next time.

We returned again to celebrate a wedding anniversary. Michael was very anxious and I was surprised…read moreto see only one server. All the table were eventually occupied so she and her sole assistant were so busy. I think they are having staffing issues. Including kitchen staff. The service was still good, but harried. The food came out more slowly than usual and the caesar salad was awful. the dressing didn't seem like a caesar dressing and I couldn't spot any cheese. The steak frites was perfectly cooks but the fries were not the usual crispy outside. I sure hope they aren't skimping on paying their staff well to retain them. If they are skimping, they won't be around long. I'd rather pay more for my experience and good food and easy going dining experience than what we got. I'll give them one more shot before I go elsewhere. I feel so bad that I had to write this review.

Morton's The Steakhouse

3.6

(206 reviews)

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The service and food were absolutely incredible! Our server, Ryan, was engaging, attentive, and…read morepointed us in the right direction to order items everyone thoroughly enjoyed.

We always have an amazing experience at Morton's. Food is always on spectacular! All staff members…read moreare professional, personable, and friendly. We love Morton's so much that we try to go once a week. Go to Morton's if you want a great experience, outstanding service, and consistent hight quality food!

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