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Very first time visiting Yardbird's while visiting Chicago since it was on our to- try list. We didn't have a reservation but were able to be sat immediately. We were greeted by the host in which I believe to be the manager. He was pleasant and welcome. The restaurant itself is aesthetically appealing and it gives an upscale vibe. We sat and didn't have to wait too long for the waitress. She was nice and assisted up accordingly! I ordered the bottle of champagne for mimosas with pineapple and orange juice and was pleasantly surprised by the $35 price since we're used to paying twice that back home. The food came out pretty quick and was hot and ready to eat. All of our food was good well and we all enjoyed our dishes. My only takeaway would be if guests ordered bottled water and/or champagne, the waitress should poor them into the glasses for you. From my experience, this is something that I thought was a norm. Overall, great place to eat!
I'm not sure if this is the same yardbird that's in South loop but the food here is pretty good. I tried the Mac and cheese skillet, first dew bites were delicious and packed with flavors, but as I finished half of the Mac it began to get more salt and I couldn't take another bite. The biscuit that come with it was delicious. We also got the fried chicken sandwich which was delicious. The ambient of the restaurant is classy yet modern. Service was great and over a good vibe in here.
The food is amazing every time! I love the deviled eggs and the chicken and waffles are the perfect mix of sweet, salty, and crunchy. The only thing I would change is it was a little chilly inside so I would bring a sweater. Our server was great!
It was my first time coming here. Considering it was after noon on a Thursday; I was expecting it to be super busy. I was happy it wasn't b/c we didn't have a reservation. We got seated right away. The restaurant was clean, the service was exceptional, and the food was delicious. I ordered the hot honey grilled wings and fries with a blueberry bourbon lemonade, which was very good. Love the location and next time I'm in town, I will be back. I totally recommended.
This wasn't our original plan but glad we came here for dinner. Service was great! Rory was our waitress and she was nice at recommending items, and checking on us every throughout the night without rushing us! The shrimp jambalaya pasta was so good and flavorful. The lemon drops were a fav of course too.. For apps we got the Texas Twinkie and the Popcorn shrimp. Let's say all of the food was good. Nice restaurant/ bar to go to with friends for good food and drinks and vibes.
The food at Yardbird was very good but a lot of the items are very overpriced. $15 for a tiny side of mac n cheese is ridiculous. It wouldn't even feed 3 children. The ambiance of the place was great. It is a very cool and modern looking restaurant. The staff was friendly but our server seemed to be having a bad night. She never smiled and seemed to be in a bad mood. We felt rushed.
This is my second time at Yardbird but the first time was in Washington DC. The Chicago location while very beautiful with the two floors and great ambiance didn't deliver the food quality from what I had in Washington. The food while still good wasn't as juicy and flavourful and didn't impress me as much. Portion size was more than fair. Service was okay but wasn't super friendly.
Huge disappointment compared to the Miami location. We came here for lunch and while the deviled eggs and skillet cornbread appetizers were great, the mains and service were a disaster. We both ordered the 1/2 fried chicken (he ordered the chicken and waffles and I ordered the Llewellyn fried chicken), specifically requesting all dark meat. Round 1: The chicken arrived as all white meat. We sent it back. Round 2: My boyfriend's plate was corrected, but mine came out with two thighs and two wings. Ready to eat at this point, I just sent the wings back. Round 3: They finally brought out the correct drumsticks. The excuse given by our waiter was that someone in the kitchen couldn't read English, causing a language barrier. I'll leave it to others to decide how they feel about that as an excuse. But what I will say is that a language barrier in the kitchen is a management problem, not a customer problem, and it should never result in a guest sending their plate back twice. While mistakes happen, the food itself was a letdown once we finally ate. My boyfriend's cheddar waffle was completely uncooked and raw in the center, and both the waffle and his fried chicken thighs had a strange, off-taste to them. What really ruined the experience, though, was the lack of management. The manager was actively walking around the dining room the entire time but never once stopped by our table to apologize for the multiple mix-ups or the raw food. For the price point, the service and quality control here need serious work. I'll stick to the Miami location.
This place had great customer service and excellent food! It is elevated Southern cuisine in my opinion. The restaurant itself is beautiful; grateful for after work, dinners, drinks with friends or celebrations. I really appreciate the customer service; Bible was kind and checked on us. They gave us suggestions and help us modify anything we want. They have a great cocktail selection as well as wines. I do think they have a winery inside the restaurant but I have to double check that. If you want some Southern home style food, come here.
Early dinner reservations. Seated immediately. Chill vibe, great decor, low lighting for more intimate dining experience. Servers and staff were all friendly. Food was yummy expect the dirty rice. I'm from Louisiana/Texas so my version of dirty rice was far off from what Yardbird considers. It wasn't for me but I suggest you try it.
Overall, Yardbird is beautiful and spacious, located in the heart of River North. Staff is attentive, tables were appropriately spaced out so you couldn't hear other tables talking, and the menu appealed to all ages. We appreciated that they had a kids menu and several vegetarian items on the main menu, and would highly recommend the biscuits, fried chicken, and creme brûlée waffles. Reason for 4 stars vs 5: - no booster or high chair for our 2 year old (but not entirely surprised given the ambiance) - pricy! Food is good, but definitely more expensive than we expected
**This is a review for their takeout only** Really wanted to try Yardbird but I didn't want to go alone (bf is not a fan of American fried chicken) so I got my Country Cobb Protein Bowl with boneless fried chicken to-go. The protein bowl was tasty but the fried chicken was really mediocre. It was crispy but I just tasted the powdery breading and it really didn't have any other flavor to it, sadly. I walked ,like, 3 blocks (that's a lot for a couch potato, btw) to pick this meal up so you can imagine how bummed I was. :( I don't know if I'll come back for their fried chicken entree now (even though that Whole Bird looks amazing)!
While the ambience is good, the food could not live up to the expectations. I took my daughter along with me, her choice of restaurant. We ordered the chicken waffle and fries along with okra chips. The chicken was dry and the waffles soggy. I will say my daughter did like the chicken but that's all. She's been here before and was surprised at the low quality compared to her other times. This was my first trip here and I am never going back again.
2 years ago
Yardbird was exactly what I hoped for and expected. A well rounded, reasonably priced, full service Southern comfort chicken restaurant. Ambiance wise, Yardbird excelled. A based multi story restaurant with a comfortable, inviting atmosphere. The bathrooms even feature full, padded changing tables for youngsters which I have not seen before. Yardbird probably would be best for a nice family dinner or business event, but perhaps a bit too lax for a fancy date. Service was good, though a bit slow. A big pet peeve of mine is when it takes so long to get a second beverage, I am done with my meal, and that nearly happened here (I just stopped eating to slow it down). The drinks were really good, and I was a bit surprised. The cocktail I had was boozy and the array of beers, wines, and spirits was vast. The food was generally awesome. Of course the chicken was the star--a crispy amazing skin with a succulent and juicy meat. The sides were a bit hit or miss. The deviled eggs thought were good (and yes they are dill forward) but the fried okra was just okay. The biscuits were pretty good though I have had better. All in, if you come for the chicken and maybe have one side (the cornbread looked good too), you will not be disappointed. Price wise, Yardbird is just a tick above a Yard House, which I think is reasonable for the higher quality. All in, I feel Yardbird is a great place that mixes its main ingredients of ambiance, drinks, and comfort food well. Ambiance: 4.5/5 Service: 3.5/5 Drinks: 4/5 Food: 4/5 Value: 4/5 Consistency: N/A read more
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10 months ago
I've been to different Yardbird locations, but this was the best. The staff was friendly and welcoming. We liked the decor and ambiance. The food was delicious, and the portion sizes were large enough to share. read more
The decor and ambience is upscale, but unfortunately, the experience left much to be desired. We started with a watermelon splash, blackberry bourbon lemonade and crab cakes. The drinks were just okay and the crabs cakes were the size of a half dollar. I was served on a plate so large I thought they forgot some crab cakes. The flavor was good, yet fleeting, because it was literally two bites. My husband enjoyed his braised beef short rib, but it was very small. My chicken and waffles were substantial, but the waffles were doughy in the middle and the chicken too salty. The flavors, while decent, didn't justify the exorbitant price tag. If you're someone who eats for sustenance rather than spectacle, prepare to leave hungry--and lighter in the wallet. The service was attentive but I expected more for the price. Yardbird is great if you're looking for an aesthetic, but if you want a satisfying meal, look elsewhere. read more
This place is so good! We came here for the happy hour and they have so many great choices on their happy hour menu. Our server Ty was the sweetest and so attentive. The restaurant itself is so gorgeous and truly such a great place to eat and drink. The staff was very kind and gave us some treats to celebrate my friend's special occasion. And the food itself was fire! Definitely coming back to try more food. read more
4 months ago
Everything was done well! Great service, tasty food, good value, modern ambience. Planning to return during this trip to try the lobster mac and brussel sprouts. Unfortunately they do not have a NorCal location. Went back for a 2nd time for the lobster Mac n cheese and brussel sprouts--$70mp and lobster was so small--see pixs--size of a jumbo shrimp, 6ct/lbs. that said, downgraded to 4 stars and service was a lot slower. read more
1 year ago
Last year, we visited Yardbird for drinks and had always planned to return to try their food. We finally got the chance recently, and it was well worth the wait. The restaurant is beautifully designed, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The service was excellent. We ordered the lemon rosemary rotisserie, a biscuit, apple cobbler and the Gimme Some Sugar cocktail. Everything was fantastic. read more
I had such a great first experience at Yardbird! I've heard of the restaurant before, but came across a Sunday reservation last minute when a friend and I decided we wanted brunch. The restaurant is located right next to the Shops at North Bridge garage which makes parking pretty easy. The restaurant itself is huge and includes a private dining area and whiskey tasting room on the second floor (elevator included!). I wouldn't have known I could order their infamous chicken and waffles gluten-free if it weren't for the woman sitting next to me. The dish was absolutely delicious, crispy, and enough to split for two (unless you're starving). Cocktail wise, I ordered the "passionate about tequila" and swapped for mezcal. It was light, fresh, and a bit sweet. They also have a whiskey tasting room on the second floor if that's your thing. I will be returning! read more
I was visiting friends in Chicago and recognized the name of this restaurant from my trips to Vegas. We decided to sit at the bar since we didn't have reservations and you can order the full menu at the bar. The bartender that took our order was not the friendliest, but got the job done! I had the chipotle sour margarita and really enjoyed it. It was tangy and spicy. To eat, I had the chicken fingers, which were $22 for 3 strips and a small basket of fries. While they were tasty, they definitely were not worth the price. I enjoyed the homemade ranch it came with, but when it was served to us, the sauce was missing and we had to wait for it to be brought over. The service just wasn't the level you would expect at this level of restaurant. While everything was good, I think you can get more bang for your buck at other restaurants in the area. read more
Good, but no reason to be back. I'd love to give a 3.5 if that were possible! This is a VERY cute space. Service was okay- relatively slow, but not glaringly so. Food was also solid but nothing overly exciting- I had the chicken biscuits and while tasty the chicken breading was mostly soggy which was a huge bummer. Again- this is a solid, even relatively good spot, but when compared with the amazing food scene here in Chicago I just can't give a 4 star. read more
2 months ago
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Cristian S.
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We came here for some great hh deals. The place has a lovely upscale ambiance and is quite big - but it did fill up a bit on the first floor. There's a cool little room with a table that overlooks the dining room and can be requested as well. We sat at the bar though to take advantage of happy hour. I tried the margarita and loved it with a little spice requested. I also tried the passion tequila drink (not on happy hour) that I liked. They were unfortunately out of the buffalo wings, so we tried the satays which were nothing special - honestly skip this. The Texas twinkie was tasty and interesting and filling. The disco fries were more like poutine so not that great in my opinion. We also got the wedge salad, which was a nice big tasty portion. The Nashville hot chicken was good and a big portion as well, but would have been nice with some sides instead of just chicken and toast for that price. Overall though nice experience for happy hour and quick service. read more
Amazing place with lots of yummy options to choose from and great interior/vibe! Caesar salad was a great start but the presentation made it a bit difficult to eat without spilling onto the table. Drinks were also great - a watermelon based one and a spicy margarita Chicken & waffles were a solid 9.7/10!! They boast a 27 hr brine for the chicken and I could taste every hour of that brine - so juicy & flavorful. I personally wish the skin was a tad crispier but maybe I'm getting picky. That chicken + their honey hot sauce was a dangerous combo lol. The chicken wrap was so filling and tasted fresh! It was a great experience here! Can't wait to come back! read more
1 year ago
Came for the fried chicken and it didn't disappoint! So good, didn't have time to take a picture! Beautiful restaurant, great service! read more
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Jon J.
Thank you for the great review Georgia. So happy to hear you had a…
5 months ago
1 year ago
The food and atmosphere were amazing!!! Everything tasted delicious and really wished we had one in Houston! Would love to come back. read more
A friend and I stopped into Yardbird for celebratory drinks on a Wednesday around 4:00 pm. Since we arrived before the dinner rush, the place was pretty empty, so we were seated promptly. Yardbird has a nice happy hour menu with pretty good deals. The drinks were delicious and were aesthetically pleasing too. I also ordered the chicken tenders which come with fries and homemade ranch. The food was out of this world. I'll be dreaming of that ranch for a while! Service was just okay. Our server was polite, but a little cold and not very attentive. It wasn't a huge deal, but when 4 chicken tenders and a small side of fries costs me almost $25, I expect a slightly more elevated service experience. Overall, I'd come back to Yardbird in the future, especially to take advantage of happy hour. read more
2 months ago
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Cristian S.
We're sorry your experience at our Chicago location didn't meet…
2 years ago
We had great service our server Wayu And the managers Sofia and Izzy were so attentive. A large part was set right after us and they were wonderful at keeping us informed and apologetic. Even added some extras to hold us over till our meals could be delivered. Food tasted delicious and I've never said this before but the service made everything taste even better. We will definitely be back when we are in town again. The restaurant is gorgeous as well. read more
1 year ago
Yardbird in Chicago is hands down the most beautiful restaurant I've ever eaten at. The ambiance is absolutely stunning elegant, warm, and thoughtfully designed. I had high hopes walking in... but unfortunately, that's where the praise ends. The service was a huge letdown. Our server completely disappeared after taking our entrée orders. I ordered a Cajun-style pasta that was watery, bland, and lacked any real flavor. I tried to push through it since I couldn't find our server anywhere, but after 30 minutes of waiting, I finally had to flag him down myself just to ask for something else. At that point, I was just hungry and frustrated, so I swapped for the salmon and mashed potatoes, hoping for something better. It's incredibly disappointing when a restaurant gets the look and feel so right but drops the ball on food and service. Yardbird is a 10/10 for atmosphere, but when it comes to actually dining? Food and service were a 0/10 for me. Wouldn't recommend. read more
3 months ago
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Cristian S.
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1 year ago
I got the fried chicken and waffles, deviled eggs, and a few sides. The chicken was perfectly crispy and the deviled eggs were absolutely delicious! The interior is super chic and lovely, making it such a nice spot to enjoy a meal :) read more
4 months ago
During Restaurant Week I like to try new restaurants for this is the sole reason for it right? Was lurking online and the participating restaurants near me by my place of work and this spot came up, the menu looked good, the place looked beautiful, my kinda spot so stopped in for lunch. It's right in the heart of River North, across the street from Nordstrom, off Grand and Wabash. When I walked in I was wowed, the restaurant is Beautiful!! So elegant and classy with a comfortable vibe, not stuffy. Definitely a special occasion, date spot or if you want to chill at a beautiful bar, this is also your place. I was seated immediately by the hostess and since I already had stalked the menu I knew what I wanted. For my first course I ordered the Deviled Egg and Fried Green Tomato BLT Duo and it was really good! It comes with a slice of pork belly on top and since I don't eat pork my waitress offered me avocado instead, which I appreciated the consideration because I was just going to toss the pork slice and call it a day. Second course I ordered the shrimp n grits and this dish was DELISH! It's not the full size entree off the regular menu, but the lunch proportion is still generous. It comes with 5 nice size jumbo shrimp in a flavorful rue with roasted tomatoes and red onion. I love that they use whole grain grits, which are thicker and healthier than your traditional Quaker Oats grits. This dish was definitely for me the star of the show. Third course which was dessert, they give you a deep fried Oreo and a mini key lime pie and if anybody know me they know Rachel L-O-V-E key lime pie and it did not disappoint at all and was just enough, both were minis. I washed everything down with a passionate about tequila and for $17 it was well worth it. It definitely has buzz factor. Two of these made by that bartender would have you calling an Uber. Overall my experience and lunch was great. Im happy I tried them during RW and I'm already planning my next visit. read more
3 years ago
Stopped in for happy hour because the menu looked promising, and while the bites were tasty I felt the portions were smaller than expected. Everything ranged from $4-5, and everything was just okay and not really noteworthy. Tried the chicken wings, truffle fries, and bruschetta. Happy hour is also only at the bar so seating is a bit limited! Food: 4/5 Price: 3/5 Ambience: 4/5 Service: 4/5 read more
3.5 - The chicken and waffles seems to be their specialty so I decided to get it. It's a bit pricey and the dish was good but I expected more flavor. The sauce wouldn't rly soak into the dish and the flavor wouldn't stick to the waffles and chicken. I felt like I constantly had to pour more sauce on. The service was great. Felt taken care of and my water was always full. The inside was more casual upscale but I would definitely come again to try more menu items. Just with what I tried, I expected more considering it's their specialty and the price. read more
Went here for Happy Hour but didn't realize how small the portions would be LOL We left still hungry and because yardbird is pricey we opted to eat somewhere else. The food itself was just regular in my opinion. It is really pretty in there though and I'm sure is a nice time if you're willing to spend a nice dime. read more
3 years ago
I have never had a brunch so satisfying! Never! Everything about this place is stellar. The decor is sleek and modern but inviting. I bet it has a sexy vibe in the evening. The service is A-1. Francisco was our server, and he is definitely all knowing when it comes to the menu. Wenordered the creme Brule waffles and the lemonade meringue pancakes, both with a side of hashbrowns and bacon. So the waffles- sinfully delicious. The crispy candied typing and the soft pillows waffle is a match made in heaven. The flavor is unlike any waffle I have ever eaten before. The pancakes taste just like a lemon meringue pie without being overly sweet. You get four pancakes and the portion size is more than you need. The hashbrowns have a shape.plus flavor. Two savory crispy rectangles of soft potatoes that make your mouth happy. Oh my goodness. So good. Let me not forget the cocktails. We tried several and they were all amazing! I am planning a trip back to the Chi just to eat here. I have never had such an amazing brunch. If you are visiting Chicago, make this your first order of business. So worth every bite. read more
1 year ago
The food and the ambiance were fantastic, perfect service. The menu is very diversified and offers several options, some of them seem large servings so I skipped them as I was by myself. Finished by getting a shrimp and grits dish, really flavorful and perfect portion size. The ambiance is nice, not too casual but not stiff, absolutely pleasant. read more
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Jon J.
Thank you so much for the great review Donatella. So glad to hear…
3 years ago
Went here for the first time for brunch and it was amazing! The decor is so pretty and the staff is friendly. It was one of my friend's birthday and we got free champagne glasses and a dessert. The hash browns and creme brulee waffles were pretty good - it just tasted too sweet after 2 waffles. I also recommend the Southern Peach cocktail. We were also able to pay via the app inkind after we signed up to receive emails and got 25% off. It was easy to pay on the app! Would definitely go again to try the happy hour or dinner menu. read more
2 years ago
Appetizers are amazing! This restaurant is quaint wasn't busy and has an upstairs and downstairs. read more
3 years ago
This was the perfect meet up place for my friends birthday! For the first round everyone orders old fashioned( though a little watery they were able to adjust the sweetness level for me). Both the bartenders ( I believe the guy is called Brian) were super attentive and sweet. The $4-$6 happy hour deals are so yummy! I especially loved the chicken skewers that was sweet savory and juicy! What's more is that we were able to combine our happy hour deals with the Inkind app $50 off $100, which made it an amazing deal! . I had no idea that yardbird existed in a few cities in US as prior to the opening in Chicago I thought it was a Vegas thing ! This is a place I'm definitely willing to come back for more very "happy" times:) read more
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My experience here was great. From the service to the food, everything was outstanding. I was definitely impressed by the ambiance and decor. My favorites were the hash browns and waffles, but the deviled eggs were really good too. However, I was SUPER disappointed by the chicken and waffles. They no longer serve the chicken in the baskets you may have seen others post AND they only give 4 pieces of chicken AND they've raised the prices to $42. That's insane to charge $42 for 4 pieces of chicken and one waffle divided into fours. I just think they should be ashamed of that. I will never order that again because it's simply not worth it to me. read more
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530 N Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60654
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