The food was absolutely fantastic here! We went here for Mother's Day and got a little bit of…read moreeverything to share. All the food was prepared carefully, tasted amazing, and looked spectacular. The service was top notch since they were bringing out the food so quickly and were always asking to make sure we had everything we needed. They even cut up the cake we brought and made sure all the entrees were cut up if needed. The ambiance was very simple and modern. I liked how there was a decent amount of seating and the setting was a mix of casual and fancy. Would definitely come back again!

Went this Thursday for their $35 "Girl Dinner" meal and had such a fun time! The deal came with a…read morecocktail, fries or potatoes, a caesar salad, and a pasta entree. The portions were great and everything was super yummy. Their happy hour was also going on the same time which included a couple $10 cocktails. I would definitely recommend. The only thing was that their website said there were no available reservations for the whole night but when I arrived at 4:30 the whole place was still empty for awhile.

This place is a hidden gem! We love the wood (oak) interior…read morewhich feels like more hip but still friendly like a local diner. We went in for a Saturday or Sunday brunch and were able to walk in. The service was overall friendly and fast. The French omelet was heavenly. I am usually not an omelette person generally prefer a regular fried egg because I find the homogenous mixed egg to be a bit boring but with the filling inside this was a perfect balance of taste. I didn't get to take a pic to accompany it but the potatoes were also delicious. I can't wait to revisit

RUN DON'T WALK HERE! First of all the decor is very cute inside and our food was PHENOMENAL! My…read morehusband got eggs potatoes bacon and the sour dough and loved it all. I had the egg sandwich and will be dreaming about it until I come back and get it again. I got a simple salad and it was delicious. They locally source their ingredients and you can tell. They also bake their own bread and it's divine! Such great food! *we made an open table reservation for 8:45 and it opens at 9. They are also closed Monday and Tuesday but everyone there is so nice*

The service was quick and friendly! Tons of seating, both moody and library-esque inside with a bar…read moreand outside that is dog-friendly. They also have a jar of dog treats and water available for pups! Overall, the food was tasty! Nothing particularly amazing, although my mom did say the toffee coffee pie was her favorite dessert she'd had in a long time (and she just came back from France/Belgium). I thought the apple pie was tasty and unique, with a thinner crust than typical pie.

Back for round 2 and Wilde was even better than I remembered! We visited near St. Patrick's Day, so…read morethings were even more festive and busy than usual. Every time I visit, the decor never ceases to impress. It's classy but unpretentious and you can tell folks are there to have a good time. We arrived at about 8:30pm on a Saturday and it was packed. Luckily, we were able to snag seats at a bar before a table opened up around 9pm. A note that they don't take reservations (but I kind of wish they did!), so this isn't the place to go if you're in a rush. They had a special seasonal menu going for the holiday, and we started with the reuben hush puppies. While they were more like croquettes, they were extra crispy, cheesy, and juicy with the most delicious thousand island dressing. I wish they would offer this year round! For mains, we ordered the corned beef and buddha bowl. I really liked the horseradish aioli that came with the beef- while the meat could've been more tender, it had a great flavor overall. The cabbage actually tasted pickled and the carrots sweet; non-traditional, but tasty! The buddha bowl had a very wide range of veggies and perfectly cooked rice. I could drink that spicy peanut sauce. I appreciated how large the portions were, which definitely softened the price as we left with plenty of leftovers. All in all, we had a great experience- if you haven't checked Wilde out, I highly recommend doing so!

I really enjoyed dinner at Matisse. They have a nice patio, but I ate at a high top inside the cozy…read morespace. My chicken quesadilla and fries were both fantastic and full of flavor. I also enjoyed their nice selection of draft beer. Fabian was a terrific server. This is just such a great neighborhood spot.

Stopped in with my friends because we heard about mango creme brûlée on the menu! We were all…read moreexcited to try it out! It was slightly busy for a Wednesday night. We were greeted and seated right away and it was a chill spot to be with your friends. We ordered some drinks, and I got the espresso martini. It looked slightly lighter than it usually is in color and it tasted watered down to me. I did let our server know & they remade one for me. The second one came out really strong, couldn't really taste anything but straight up alcohol. It's fine. I just let it go. I didn't want to say something another time. We ordered the stuffed medjool dates and it was good! The Cuban spiced wontons were also delicious! The two favorite items of the night for sure! The mango creme brûlée came out and the top was burnt & we all agreed that it lacked some mango flavor. We were sad because we were excited and looked forward to it.

Went here for their daily happy hour which includes weekends, 4-6pm. Was happy with our drinks, the…read moreespresso martini was a highlight loved the little toasted marshmallow. Fries were also delicious and the 1$ oysters were a good deal, not the best oysters but for a dollar I was happy. Burger was also good. Staff were very nice and attentive. The host was sweet and sat us right was and our server was amazing. Constantly checking on us and was so friendly. Very cute vibe on the inside, nicely decorated a lot of seating. Honestly a little pricey but the happy hour made it worth it.

I went to Americano for a solo brunch on a cold and rainy Saturday morning. I was just passing by…read moreand the beautiful decor made me want to step in. I was the only customer there initially when I stepped in even though the place eventually got full. The server was very attentive and kind. I ordered coffee and traditional breakfast plate. It tasted homey and just what a needed. Overall I had a great experience of feeling welcomed and warmth but in stillness with delicious food. Probably on a nice warm day, this place is crowded and popping. That's also going to be fun so I will certainly revisit with friends for some brunch and mimosa.

I was looking for a good place (that I have never been to) for brunch on a Saturday morning. This…read moreplace definitely fit the bill. Great place to go on Broadway in the Lakeview neighborhood. The food was also very good too. I ended up getting a Gypsy skillet, one of my go-to brunch items. It came out nice and hot and plentiful. It did taste freshly made with melted cheese and the eggs were oh so good. There were also mushrooms, ham, onions, and peppers on a bed of potatoes. I had sourdough bread which was tasty and nicely toasted. Definitely recommended if you want something delicious and fulfilling....and they also have a full menu for lunch and what looks like a nice variety of milkshakes too. Will be back for sure!

Update: A tiny grilled cheese sandwich with avocado and tomato, and a glass of Coke Zero, now…read morecosts $27.00 with taxes and tip!! (Sides were a tiny cup of cole slaw and a tiny cup of sliced bananas and strawberries.) I know all about food inflation, but that's simply unacceptable. The wait staff is friendly, and it's not their fault, but the cooks seem to get the orders wrong a lot. On my first try, they gave me a grilled cheese with avocado and forgot the tomato. When I pointed this out, the cook simply peeled back the tiny sandwich and added some sad looking cold tomato slices. Ridiculous. I explained to the server (again, not her fault) that the flavor comes from the tomato being grilled WITH the sandwich. Never going back to this place.

Delicious turkey sandwich on sourdough. 100000/10. You won't regret ordering from these folks. I…read moreordered with 8 min to Closing and you'd never know --so fresh and perfect. Ingredients were packaged soooo thoughtfully too. Huge box for my sandwich so it wouldn't get smooooshed and cutie little thoughtful side caesar with grilled lemon wedge. Will be back!

Went with a party of 3 to Roebuck for dinner on a Wednesday night. There was no wait and we were…read moreseated right as we walked in. The service was very prompt. We got waters immediately and had our food within 15 minutes of ordering. I got the grilled chicken BLT, which was absolutely fantastic. The garlic aioli that comes on the side is so good. Perfect for both dipping sauce for both the sandwich and fries. I also got their signature Shark Meets Hipster IPA, which is one of the more solid local IPAs I've had in Lakeview. The others with me got the fried chicken sandwich (it was huge) and the Back of the Yards pizza (I had a couple slices- it was wonderful). I've yet to have a bad experience at Roebuck and it is firmly on the "must-eat" list every time I am in the area. Highly recommend.

Our visit to Drew's was on a Sunday evening so the vibe was very subdued and may not reflect what…read moreit is like on a hopping Saturday night. The butternut squash ravioli were enjoyably sweet with both pumpkin and apple pie notes. The pasta was firm, maybe a little gummy but enjoyable. The BBQ chicken pizza was extraordinary. I've literally never had such an indulgent yet thin and crispy pizza. The cheese was so luscious it reminded me of a béchamel sauce and the presentation was very sharp. We eagerly ate every crumb. I'm sure this place has a lot of loyal customers who appreciate the relaxed vibe and wide ranging menu.

Let me start with this, if you can, request Rob as your server. Bar none, he absolutely made our…read moreexperience top notch. Super helpful, charming, attentive-I would come back just to sit again in his section. We were out and about on a Saturday afternoon and stopped in for brunch. They do have a bottomless mimosa special but since we had to drive back to Wisconsin, we opted for a single cocktail. Drew's has a full bar and a great cocktail menu. I oped for the Old Fashioned and it didn't disappoint-perfectly boozy. Just like their cocktail menu, their food menu is also extensive. We ordered the garden omelet and the crabcake benedict. Both delivered and came out piping hot-definitely deserving of the high review. But I will be honest, even if the food didn't deliver, I still would be rating this as 5 stars all because of Rob!