A friend and I were hanging out around Lakeview on an early Saturday afternoon when we stumbled upon Wood. We saw that the patio was quite busy, so we decided to give it a try. We were seated quite promptly. The patio was very pleasant. I will say, the menu was quite limited at this time. I ordered Wood's Caesar Salad; charred cauliflower, Publican Quality Bread croutons, and parmesan tossed in a lemon vinaigrette - caesar dressing. First off, the salad was very good. It is under the shared and small plates section of the menu. I think the word tiny would be more fitting. I asked my waitress if it were possible to get a protein on the side, and she only offered me bacon. I do not eat pork, so that was a bit of a bummer. I also ordered an espresso martini, which is my go to drink. Theirs was okay; it was a basic espresso martini, nothing special. read more

Wood - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Went here after a Cubs game and I'd always meant to try it- Great burger, and a really flavorful mushroom onion flatbread. Everything was super flavorful and cooked nicely. Honestly, the food was really good! The vibes were interesting because it's very modern and feels pretty upscale. I like sitting on the patio. Great, quick service. Seems like just a really easy solid place to go and I would come back to try more of the flatbreads or do a happy hour. read more

Wood - Mushroom & Onion Flatbread - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We came here for our first wedding anniversary, it was SO lovely! We were greeted with complementary champagne and got a yummy charcuterie plate! For our entrees we chose the salmon with broccolini and Mushroom radiatori. WOW! These dishes were amazing! The salmon was literally cooked to perfection, it had a beautiful crispy skin on a bed of broccolini and asparagus. The Mushroom radiatori was SO flavorful and delicious, it was very rich and creamy and had a beautiful balance. The chocolate hazelnut was a nice ending to the night, it was rich, creamy and had a nice blend of cocoa powder and mousse. The restaurant was beautiful inside, the staff was so friendly and the area we were sat was comfortable and had a beautiful view of BoysTown! read more

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My boyfriend and I decided to come here for dinner. We haven't been here In a couple of years. The place wasn't busy for a Thursday. Which was fine. When we got there my boyfriend was cold and asked one of the busboys can he turn down the AC. Scott (I think that was his name) was our server. Very nice and pleasant. We order cocktails. I had the Wood Espresso Martini. My boyfriend had the Blush and Rouge. Both drinks were amazing. For starters, we share the Caprese Salad (yummy). For our main, I had the Rigatoni Bolognese. He had the Slagel Chicken Breast. Both main dinners were good. We have been here before and ordered the Wood Burger and that's good too. We finished with Tiramisu OMG that was good too. The music was perfect. Not too loud playing a Chill Mix. My boyfriend and I can hear us talking without the music being loud. Overall it was a great experience and we will be back. read more

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We celebrated Valentine's Day at Woods Chicago, and I reserved our table through OpenTable, which required a credit card to secure the reservation. Food: 5/5 We kicked off the night with 2x35-1 cocktails, the drink was refreshing and well-balanced. For appetizers, we had the Blue Fin Tuna Crudo. The flavors were light and vibrant, we enjoyed every single bite. For mains, we ordered: Wood's Dry Aged Steak Frites: Cooked to perfection with a tender, flavorful steak and crispy, golden fries. It is beautifully executed. KFC (Korean Fried Chicken): The chicken was crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with savory flavors. The sauce is great paired with lettuces. Service: 5/5! The staff made sure our glasses were always full and checked in regularly to ensure we were enjoying our meal. Despite the busy holiday, everything arrived promptly. Ambiance: 5/5 The ambiance was cozy with dim lighting and a warm, inviting atmosphere (Even it is snowing outside). Price: 4/5 Price is fair for the food we ordered. read more

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Surprisingly some of the best fried chicken I've had. The burger wasn't bad either, but the friend chicken is definitely a must. We came near open so it was pretty quiet. The food came quickly and the staff was nice. No complaints here. read more

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Intimate dinner spot with great ambiance and an interesting menu. We went for a Sunday dinner to celebrate an anniversary, and this was the perfect place. Parking was difficult to find, but we did eventually find paid street parking a block away. Low lighting and cozy seating added to the ambiance. Service was great, though a bit slow. Food was cooked perfectly and we each really enjoyed our meals. read more

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Last night we went to Wood for my birthday dinner. We went last year and had such a great time that we decided to come back this year. It happened to be the night of the Halloween parade, so the restaurant was understandably busy. We had an 8:30 p.m. reservation for a party of eight and were seated right away. Unfortunately, our server, Scott, had an attitude from the moment he approached the table. He immediately told us to put our food order in before the kitchen closed, which caught us off guard especially since the restaurant allowed us to make a reservation just 30 minutes before closing without any warning that we'd need to rush. When Scott returned to take our order, his tone was short and reactive. He snapped at one friend for asking if the burger came with fries, and at another for ordering the "KFC sandwich," saying sharply, "It's not a sandwich. I don't know why everyone thinks it is." The tension at the table was palpable every time he came by. I found myself on edge, worried about setting him off again. By the end of the meal, after one of my friends tried to lighten the mood, Scott launched into an unsolicited story about being maced during last year's Halloween -- an uncomfortable "trauma dump" that none of us expected or wanted during dinner. It was, honestly, the worst dining experience I've ever had. What makes it even more disappointing is that it happened on my birthday, an evening that should have felt special but instead felt stressful and uncomfortable. If I wanted to be yelled at during dinner, I'd have gone to the Wiener Circle and at least had a laugh about it. I'll never return to Wood, and I'll be sharing this experience with others so they can avoid having their night ruined the way mine was. read more

This is a cute restaurant/bar in Boystown, right on Halsted! Great brunch, but a small menu for entrees and they were out of two starters when we ate-the photos are the brunch entrees available. The service was great but disappointed that I didn't find out about the auto 20% gratuity until after I already tipped on my own, doubling the tip amount--the drink prices are boarder line insane ($18 for a Bloody Mary). read more

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Me and my boyfriend got drinks at the bar with the loveliest bartender Esther; she was so friendly and enthusiastic to answer any questions and meet our needs and she completely made the evening for us. The dining room was cozy and the food was absolutely delicious. We will definitely be back! read more

I really enjoyed my first visit here. It's very cool yet cozy inside, and the tables are all spaced out far enough apart so people aren't on top of each other, which is great. There's also a very nice outdoor patio. Service was fantastic (thank you to our server, Nick, for being awesome). Our party began the night with two rounds of cocktails. Honestly, this was the only big miss of the night for me, and although the cocktails were extremely well-crafted, they just weren't to my taste. I ordered the Jigglypuff 2.0 first, admittedly just because the name made me laugh. It was so incredibly sweet that after a few sips I knew if I drank more, I'd be sick. Then I tried the Seersucker, which was good (my husband loved it), but just was not for me. Next time I'll try something else or stick with wine, as they have a great wine list and I enjoyed the bottle we had with dinner. The food we had was fantastic. We started with two appetizers, the porchetta tonnato (so good and so innovative!) and the spicy Italian flatbread (delicious!). Everyone at my table chose a different entree and enjoyed it. I had the mafaldine con agnello all'arriabiatta, which was quite good. There was much more meat in it than I expected, too: I assumed there would just be a bit mixed in with the sauce, but you get a ton of lamb along with the pasta, and the sauce has a great kick to it. For dessert, we shared the strawberries and cream, which was also extremely unique. I liked it but didn't love it as much as my dining companions did and will likely try something else next time. And there will definitely be a next time, because this place is really good. read more

Went here few years back. Deserves a shoutout. Service was fantastic, food was amazing and a great atmosphere. I strongly recommend trying this place out! read more

Wow. I don't know where to start. We have been to this restaurant many times and always had a great time. However, this past experience has been unbelievable. The manager Josephine Ho is extremely rude and we would NEVER return here even if paid to go. My husband and I were in Chicago for my mother's funeral. We went to the restaurant to escape the emotions I was experiencing. I also was battling flu like symptoms. We were only at the restaurant 10 minutes and I was feeling very ill and told our waiter that I needed to leave. We didn't even drink our drinks or get our appetizer. We asked the server to wrap the appetizer and cancel the entrees. He agreed. The next day my spouse realized that we were charged $202.30 -- the complete meal. We were never offered to take the entrees with us and we were charged and also charged a gratuity on the meals. I called several times and Josephine was never around. Then I emailed her and this was the response I received... Hi Bryan, I was the manager on duty during your dine with us that evening. I was informed by my staff, your server, that either you or your husband was heavily intoxicated during the first 10-mins of your seating. I gave the staff the okay to pack your food to go, since you asked to leave, but a refund was not able to be initiated because the food was already made. Please do not accuse my staff of including gratuity for himself as there was a signed receipt in which we have kept records of and we have camera recordings of you signing the check. For that reason, we are not refunding you back your dinner and you are no longer welcome at our establishment. I'm sorry about your personal hardships, but do not ever accuse my restaurant of "being unfair and unethical". If you are seriously experiencing financial hardships, I would recommend not going out in the first place such as "Miller's Pub" or our restaurant for that matter. Our check averages per guest have never been a surprise to anyone, and if you are a frequent diner you should've been aware of this. Best regards, Josephine Ho -- We were NOT intoxicated and that's not why we had to leave. I was physically ill with the flu and incapable of staying in the restaurant. I can't believe that someone could be that inhumane to not realize the grief I've been experiencing the past week. Plus we had to buy last minute tickets to go to Chicago for the service, help pay for the service etc. ALL we wanted was a refund for the entrees and the gratuity that was charged on the entrees we NEVER received. Probably around $100. This is the WORST experience that I've ever had and on top of it she tells us that we were being taped on camera without our permission or notification. Unbelievable. They should have a notice on the door or something stating such. Regardless -- we will NEVER go back to this restaurant and I would advise you to do the same. Rude. Rude. Rude. read more

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We made reservations for brunch, and got seated right away. We started off with a Bloody Mary and an order of their beignets. The Bloody Mary was delicious and perfectly made, with a spicy kick to it. The beignets here were good, but not even close to what a beignet is. These were more like donut holes. My wife ordered their Fried Chicken & Biscuit. The chicken was perfectly fried and covered in country gravy and hot sauce. It was served with a side of beef fat fried potatoes. These were addicting to eat. I ordered their Huevos Rancheros. This dish came with two fried eggs with queso fresco and pico de Gallo on top and two tortillas with beans on the bottom. It was also served with the same beef fat fried potatoes. Overall the dish was very tasty. read more

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We went to Wood and sat at the bar. I had a delicious well made martini and they had multiple dark rums for my husband. We had a delicious curry squash soup. The harvest salad was a little drippy but the ingredients were delicious and I would order again. We split the burger which was very, very good. Linda was our bartender/server and she took very good care of us. I look forward to going back soon. read more

Why bother asking how the meal is if you truly don't care? Drinks took forever...food not much better and overcooked fish is never a good thing. Don't waste your time/money when in such an amazing food city. Not a viable option... read more

Great meal. Great happy hour, nice ambiance. Would be back. Service was quick and efficient. read more

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Great dinner option in boystown! Awesome vibe. The menu is small, but everyone enjoyed what they ordered. I had the Slagel Farm Chicken Breast, and it was a smorgasbord of flavor. Excellent. Our server was awesome and checked in on us often. Overall a great experience and will definitely recommend and come back. read more

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I have to be honest here. I was disappointed because we came for the shortribs based on online reviews, but they did not have this dish. CONS: We decided to stay and tried the beef bourguignon, but it was terrible. Literally, it was not good at all. It was not tender, the flavor was not good, it was nasty. No other way to say it. I hope management sees this and takes it off the menu. Both of us felt it was very bad, so it wasn't a one-off. Maybe it's an acquired taste? Idk PROS: The good part was that the waiter told management that we were not happy with the dish (we did not ask him to get/tell mgmt), and they took one entree off of the bill. They also gave use a free order of beignets, which were delicious. The customer service here is awesome, and the staff and management should be commended for their efforts. We did not ask for anything free or for any order to be removed from the bill, so their initiative was notable. Because of the great customer service, we will be back to try something new, and will update this review at that time. read more

Wood - beef bourguignon - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Every time I come here I taste something utterly AMAZING. This time it was the shrimp in this pasta and the escargot. I want to describe exactly how amazing it was but the dishes change pretty frequently and everything is absolutely delicious. All the flavors of every dish compliment each other so well and just bring a sense of nostalgia with every bite. I make sure to come to Wood every time I'm back in town so anxiously waiting until my next visit! Food: 10/10 Service: 7/10 Experience: 6/10 Value: 7/10 read more

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Wood has good service, good food and nice ambiance ... I like to go there for a nice dinner

Reservations on Valentine's Day for 5:00. Showed up at 5:14. Was told sorry, we only hold your table for 10 minutes (it says 15 on their website), we've given your table to someone else. It was just after 5:00. The restaurant was 95% vacant. Plenty of tables available. I thought she was joking. No help from the manager. Glad they don't need my $300 to stay in business. read more

We were in Chicago for our daughter's recent college graduation ceremony and needed a nice place to celebrate. Wood looked amazing on Yelp and it didn't disappoint. We had reservations for 5 on a Friday evening and happy we had a chance to dine at Wood. Food: To feed our hungry party of five we ordered a number of small and large plates for our table to share. Each dish was excellent with the standout dishes being the Confit Duck Leg, the Pork Duo, and Escargot. We were able to introduce our daughter's roommates to the Duck and Escargot which they'd never experienced before and they really enjoyed them. They also had a wide variety of wine, craft, cocktails, and spirits that really enhanced our experience. Service: Great service from arrival to final course. Our server guided us through the appropriate number of small/large plates for our party and made excellent suggestions on pairings. Wait staff checked on our party frequently ensuring our evening went very smoothly. Atmosphere: Loved the space and we were able to get an outdoor table with perfect weather. Enjoyed dining on their patio which also let us people watch as folks enjoyed a pleasant Friday evening. Value: Good value on both food and drinks with prices for just about all budgets. Based on the quality of ingredients, presentation, and service, the cost of the meal was more than reasonable for a special occasion. Overall: Great location, delicious dishes, and solid service would bring me back to Wood if we find ourselves back in the area. read more

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First, the host was super approachable! The place is nice inside and cozy. There patio is excellent, great for people watching. My cocktail is so good and I'm picky but this is bomb! Lastly, my waiter is so accommodating, like really good at his job! read more

Wood - Lamb flatbread and the last sunrise cocktail - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

5 of us had a very disappointing dining experience. The Casio e Pepe was mediocre and a tad mushy. The others didn't even touch their food. Service was friendly but we had 2 move an extra table together because they really crammed us in. I used to love this place but it's been years since I had a good meal. They need to revamp their menu before I will try it again. read more

We had a reservation for 6:45pm on a Friday evening. When we arrived it was crowded so we were thankful we made a reservation. Half of our group ordered from Wood's restaurant week menu and the other half ordered from the regular menu. We appreciated the fact that Wood did not require our entire party to choose from either the restaurant week or regular menu. I personally ordered from the restaurant week menu and chose the escargot, pork, and strawberry shortcake. Everything I ordered was delicious - I was so full that it was hard for me to finish my dessert! Side note - my friend ordered the steak tartare and that was also super delicious! Overall great food, drinks, and service! I'm definitely thinking of coming back to try their Wednesday happy hour special. read more

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Came here on a Friday night out and were able to get a table promptly even though we were 30 minutes early for our reservation. Staff was prompt and kind especially when there was a miscommunication about which dish we got. We ordered the heirloom tomatoes and burrata and the steak tartare, but also received the heirloom toast. All three were delicious including the toast which isn't something I'd have ordered but was amazing (and comped after the miscommunication was discovered)! We then had the 3.0 burger and the rigatoni ragu which were out of the world! Oh and the presentation of the tomato and burrata was exquisite 10/10. Mateo was a great server and the support staff always made sure we had the right plates etc at the right time and kept the table orderly. Great jobs all around! read more

Wood - Double Cheeseburger w/Hand-cut Frites, Rigatoni Ragu - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Three visits in past few months and each time we had excellent service, drinks and food. Nice patio outside and very nice interior with comfortable seating. Recommend exploring the drink menu. Everything from the burgers to the vegetarian options are delicious. I try something new each visit and have not been disappointed. read more

It took a long time to get anyone to come to the host stand to seat us. It was not busy. The host was just seated in a booth chatting with her back to the door. Then after we were seated, we were given water but we were not greeted by a server. Over 20 minutes without any greeting and we decided to leave. Friends have said they had a similar experience when we told them. It took them 2.5 hours to get through their meal. read more

For a special Christmas dinner, and after reviewing options from many restaurants, we ordered carry out food from Wood. We could not have been more pleased with our decision! First of all, it was a bonus that they were actually open on Christmas Day for pick-up. That helped assure that the food was going to be as fresh as possible on that day. Pick-up was easy and everything was well packed with excellent preparation instructions. But the food... oh my, the food was over the top delicious and of the highest quality. We ordered Beef Wellington, Roast Chicken, Potato Gratin, Roasted Root Vegetables and Winter Squash Soup. The soup came a garnish of roasted apples and veggies, candied pepitas and crème fraîche. It was silky smooth and rich in flavor. The Beef Wellington had a wonderful pastry and the meat was perfectly cooked, tender and delicious. The Roasted Chicken, although simple, had a wonderful depth of flavor and was plump and juicy. The potato and vegetable sides were the perfect accompaniment for our holiday meal. The portions were incredibly generous and we had enough food for three meals... so it was a relative bargain. This is a tough time for our restaurants... please considered ordering carry out food from Wood to help support them. You will not regret it. And please tip generously!! read more

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Had a late dinner here with two friends on Saturday evening and we had such a great experience. The waitress was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, she was able to recommend some great options. I enjoyed the Blue Moons speciality cocktail and the Ragu. My friends had the Korean fried chicken and the chicken breast. It was the perfect ambiance to have a nice dinner and catch up with friends, would make for a great date night spot too. Would definitely dine here again. 10/10 read more

We had dinner here only a couple of days ago. Wood adds a 3% fee onto your bill without saying so on the menu. When we got the bill and discovered the fee, we paid in cash, we included a tip that was greater than 20%, and asked the server to have the fee removed and added to his tip. The server spoke with the manager, and the server came back to the table telling us that the fee is mandatory and will not be taken off. If you are going to add a fee, state it upfront and say what it's for. These fees are an artifact of another time. Many of us think they shouldn't be there at all, and that they should be built into the price of each menu item. Chicago is full of restaurants still adding a fee but Wood is the first place I've been to where the fee isn't mentioned anywhere until you get your check. This is also the first time I have been told that this fee is non-negotiable. Wood should behave better, not because the Chicago business affairs and consumer protection office requires it ( https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dol/rulesandregs/BACP-FOODVENDORRULES.pdf ), but rather because it's obvious. They are the first ones I've run across trying this in Chicago. Note to management: Don't make it the server's job to handle a situation like this. Go to the table. It was a bad ending to a decent meal. read more

The place is spacious, looks ok. We wanted to sit outside, but it was raining, so we had to sit inside. We were a big group. Two of us ordered chicken, but the waiter came later to tell us they have just one chicken portion. I had to change my order and wasn't very happy about it, since the chicken was the only thing that I liked from the menu. Luckily, the flat bread that I changed my order to was very, very good! Caloric but tasty, mmmm . read more

Wood - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We had stopped by Wood once before and gotten the cheeseburger. While it was yummy...it hasn't inspired a Yelp review. However, we recently stopped by during restaurant week and took advantage of the excellent Prix Fix meal to explore the menu further. We. Were. Blown. Away! We each started with drinks. My husband was pleased with the concise, but varied, beer selection. And I ADORED the Manhattan. Not too sweet, which is often a problem! Our first course was a duck mousse, blue cheese, and baguette charcuterie board. It was heavenly. My husband chose the cheese and I chose the mousse. We both favored our selections but thoroughly enjoyed the other. We shared the steak tartare and it was probably my favorite part of the meal. It burst with flavor, delectable bread accompaniment, and was as fresh as could be! The Brussels sprouts were also delicious! My only critique is that I prefer crispy prepared brussel sprouts over soft, but that's a personal preference. I got the savory sausage and beet entree and loved the unique and bold flavors. I was STUFFED and happy. My husband really enjoyed his duck as well. The service, ambiance, and cleanliness were also top-notch. Prices were decent given the quality of food. We are so glad we went back to Wood and explored the menu more. While there are things to get for cheap, the more expensive items are worth it. Furthermore, the restaurant week deal allowed us to try the appetizers...and those turned out to be our favorite parts! We may even go back and share 2-3 appetizers as our entire meal next time! We'll see! Thanks Wood for a wonderful and creative dining experience! read more

Wood - Manhattan - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Everything here was excellent from the service to the drinks and the food. I had the Jigglypuff's Revenge and it turned out to be the best cocktail I have ever had. I had the Rigatoni Ragu for dinner and it was the best! So flavorful. We had four in our group and everyone loved their meal. read more

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I was really looking forward to this pre-concert dining event. I haven't been to Wood for several years. Love the food. But the dining experience was insufferable. This place is unbelievable loud. I seriously could barely have a conversation with my partner across our table, but the table next had two customers essentially screaming to be heard. I don't care how good the food is, if the space you curate is inhospitable for a nice night out, what's the point? (Oh, our expensive check.) read more

Let me start by saying, I have been here a hand full of times and the food is always delicious, some times service is hit or miss, but the food is the draw. Tonight was a pretty terrible experience with the food. The Escargot was very Unappealing, it looked like green soup and it was smeared all over the bowl. The charcuterie board looked like it had been sitting out for a while before it was Served and the meat was cut wayyyyy to thick. I will say the waiter was amazing and lovely and kind. They did mention the kitchen was short staffed, but the food came out in great time, just in poor condition. The wine we had was also great. But after this experience, not sure i will be back. read more

Wood - Escargot - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Food: 5/5 Got the rigatoni ragu and the wood burger 2.0. Both PHENOMENAL. The beef fat frites grossly good. Service: 5/5 Decently quick, but never felt rushed. Server was relatable and funny. Ambiance: 5/5 Not too bright, not too dim. Large bar seating for post dinner drinks. Music playlist was playful and light. Loud enough to enjoy the music, but quiet enough to hear my own conversation. Will definitely be back! read more

We have walked past WOOD for almost 3 years thinking it was primarily a bar. Then a Yelp review caught our eye with great comments on some favorite foods so we had to stop in. Because it was a Wednesday night their were several specials to help too. Since we prefer to avoid meats we started off with the Gazpacho accompanied by the Mushroom& Onion Flatbread. I have never been a fan of Gazpacho, but this was fantastic. The Mushroom & Onion Flatbread was the perfect earthy balance to the Gazpacho's bright sweet flavor. We followed this with the Special Radiatore with mushroom cream sauce, which was paired with a local draft ale. Again a home run! I suggest you eat this slowly to savor its delightful slow dance on your tongue. Each of these choices were suggested by our marvelous waiter "Tuna". Thanks dude! It helped that it was a delightful night to sit outside under the awning with a light rain and cool breeze on a warm summer night to set the mood. The cicadas serenaded us all the while. read more

Came with a group of friends for Sunday brunch and I am glad we had reservations because there was a party going on. We started the meal off with a carafe of mimosa and it was the perfect size for our group. For the table, we also got the beignets and buttermilk biscuit. The beignets were more like donut holes; they weren't fried and fluffy like what beignets are supposed to be like. They were actually quite dense and tasted like cake. The buttermilk biscuit was pretty good; I liked the sides that it came with. All of our entrees came at a good pace. Everything was flavorful and satisfying. I would recommend Wood to anyone who is in the area. read more

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