A beautiful, eclectic coffee house just outside of Chinatown, La Malinche was the perfect place for…read morea casual late breakfast. With a cozy locals vibe, there was a mix of young professionals on laptops and families starting the morning. The bright aesethics of Mexican heritage and decor celebrating local artists make the space inspiring and energizing. The coffee was great. I got the horchata latte, which tasted even better than I hoped. I also ordered a El Chavo Torta, a deceptively simple sandwich that was incredibly delicious. I don't know what they put in the bread or what magical place they bought the cheese from, but my mouth is watering just thinking about it. When I'm in Chicago again, La Malinche is on my list of must visit spots.

Stopped by La Malinche Coffee & Tea House in Pilsen to try something new. Place is nice and quiet…read more Bright pink walls, little decorative hearts, alebrijes all around and full piano in the room. Felt cozy right away. The staff were really welcoming, for an early morning. I got the hot chocolate. Honestly that's exactly what I needed that morning. It had that real Mexican chocolate taste. Thick, creamy, smooth and rich. The cinnamon came through warm but not too strong, plus a little extra on top that hit your nose before the first sip. Sweet and it almost had this slight earthy note too... hard to explain but good. It even had that little design on top, like the ones they do on cappuccinos. Didn't expect that but it was cool. I finished it slow. Didn't wanna rush it. Just sat there taking small sips and enjoying it while it was still hot.

Really enjoyed Solette for Happy Hour with some work friends! The food was fresh and delish! And…read morethe drinks were yummy! Our server was kind, funny, and made sure we were taken care of despite a busy restaurant! The restaurant was busy but had a manageable level of sound, and would be a great spot for future work happy hours. The restaurant is located in a very central place and reservations were easy to make! Definitely going to add it to my go to spots for happy hour after work!

I had been meaning to come to this place as it's located near my job, so I finally did for lunch…read moreand this is what we thought. Even though is a pretty space, is way too loud ( people literally have to yell to have conversations) and is not because of music but because of everyone talking at the same time. Service was not the best, we were not greeted upon arrival and that's not a good start. The hosts booth is located in a weird place to begin with. Food was good but nothing that will blow your mind, however is a place that we could potentially recommend and visit again in the future

We visited Bar Sotto during Chicago Restaurant Week and had a really enjoyable overall experience…read more The space has a cozy, dimly lit, intimate vibe perfect for a date night or a relaxed dinner with friends. It feels upscale but still comfortable. Service was attentive and paced well, especially considering it was Restaurant Week and fairly busy. The Restaurant Week menu offered a great variety. We started with the crispy arancini, which were perfectly golden on the outside and creamy inside with a rich glaze that added a nice depth of flavor. The wild mushroom risotto had great earthy flavor and was very rich, definitely a heavier dish but satisfying if you are in the mood for something indulgent. The gnocchi were soft and pillowy with fresh basil and roasted tomatoes that brightened the dish nicely. For entrées, the filet mignon was cooked beautifully, tender and medium rare with a flavorful sauce that complemented it well. The chicken parmesan had a solid crisp and good seasoning, though it leaned more classic than standout. Portions overall felt fair for the prix fixe price. Dessert was a sweet finish. The tiramisu was light, creamy, and not overly heavy, which we appreciated. Overall, 4 stars. Great ambiance and solid execution across the board. While nothing completely blew us away, it was a well done Restaurant Week experience and I would definitely come back to try more from their regular menu.

Came here for a martini with the girls. Such a cute space!!…read more We both had vodka dirty martinis with blue cheese olives and they were very very good. There was also a wine tasting going on which was a fun activity. The service here was great and this atmosphere is unmatched. I'd never expect a place like this to be tucked away in the loop! We didn't eat here but I would come back to try the food. We just ordered the olives off the happy hour menu which were the perfect little snacky item.

It was our first visit to Oliver's and while we mostly enjoyed the food, we were not fans of the…read more$50 half chicken and subsequent service. We let our server, Aiden know. He took the chicken away, after we'd taken two bites. When we received the bill, it still had the chicken listed, so we asked if it was in our to go bag. Aiden scoffed and said no because we hadn't asked for it to be boxed. Overall, it ruined our experience. If we were still going to be charged, that's fine, but communicate that with customers. If we'd known, we would've given it to someone in need versus paying for something we did not eat.

I loved Oliver's!!! The front seating area is super bright, lit with tons of natural light & has a…read morebeautiful bar. There is also a huge back dining area as well. We loved everything we ate! I don't think you can go wrong. The salad was super flavorful and I loved the stracciatella toast. I recommended making a reservation but I don't think you need to do it that far in advance. We came before a concert at solider field and it was about a 25 walk to the venue so great place to come before going to solider field!

Such a beautiful, well designed space. Plenty of seating--choose between served seating or self…read moreseating in a separate room with real books on shelves. The service was ok for the most part. One day I ordered a breakfast sandwich and it was prepared incorrectly twice. I only sent it back once and it was quickly fixed. I didn't bother correcting them again. The potatoes had no flavor and were advertised as hash browns, but they were surely closer to smothered potato with peppers (no onions). If they were drained of oil better and/or seasoned at all, I could've given a better rating. Drinks were good. I don't know if I'll return for the food, but the restaurant is a nice touch to the hotel.

I love Hoyt's! The food, the service - wonderful! As a guest of the Royal Sonesta, it's so nice to…read morejust walk downstairs and have a delicious meal with friendly service.

What started off as an embarrassing night (got stood up lol. life happens it is what it is) turned…read moreinto something memorable and a whole lot more tolerable, especially since it was my first time at this restaurant. I have to thank John and Vanessa for going above and beyond making me feel so welcomed despite what happened. Vanessa's ability to read my emotions without me saying a word and redirecting them into positivity was immaculate. John was super attentive and upbeat I couldn't even sulk if I wanted to. Those two deserve so much recognition for their hospitality and work. The food was amazing. I had the rigatoni vodka and the golden hour drink. 10/10 for both and I see why they are chosen often. Definitely recommend giving this place a try and I am most definitely coming back, whether it be by myself or with friends!

Fantastic experience. We ordered almost all items on the menu for the table to experience all…read moredishes. Great service and even better food

Recently, my husband and I celebrated the anniversary of the day we met. We don't always mark the…read moreoccasion, but this year it was a milestone worth celebrating. We chose to dine at Girl & the Goat in Chicago, a restaurant we had never visited before. The acclaimed restaurant by renowned chef Stephanie Izard truly lived up to its stellar reputation! One of the first things we appreciated was the convenience of the restaurant's valet parking, located right by the front patio. At $22 for up to four hours and $26 for four to eight hours, the rates were quite reasonable for the area. As soon as the three of us stepped inside Girl & the Goat (we had made a reservation for 6:30 pm on a Friday), we were warmly greeted by one of the two friendly hostesses, and were promptly led to a comfortable four-top table with a banquette and two chairs along the wall. We felt fortunate to have one of the better tables in the dining room, as some of the others were positioned very close together. The nearby two-top tables, in particular, were quite small and placed only a short distance from ours. The restaurant's rustic-industrial décor was dark but trendy and stylish, the lively and vibrant vibe was warm and welcoming. However, I have to mention that it was really loud in the dining room, as guests seemed to be enjoying themselves and talked loudly.  It was hard to hear our server and the staff who delivered and explained the dishes to us.  Our server, Yazmin, was extremely friendly and attentive.  It was very sweet of her to wish us a happy anniversary both in the beginning  and at the end of the meal.  She also checked in on us several times during the evening.  Now, on to the food and drinks. I started with a glass of the NA Sparkling Rosé ($17), which was light, crisp, and quite refreshing. My husband ordered a glass of Le Colture Prosecco ($18), while our daughter chose the Sun Kid ($18). She enjoyed her drink, although she felt the portion was a bit small, as the glass was filled with a lot of ice that took up much of the space. Since the restaurant offers small to medium plates which are shareable, Yazmin advised us to get 5 to 6 dishes for 3 people to share.  We decided to get 5 savory dishes and 3 desserts to share: Savory dishes: Chickpea Fritters ($20), goat yogurt, green chutney, sev spice crunch, pickled rhubarb. Pan Roasted Halibut ($37), miso-Marcona almond butter, spring onion blueberry nuoc cham. Roasted Pig Face ($28), sunny side egg, tamarind, cilantro, red wine-maple, potato stix. Goat Empanadas ($24), smoked tomato-corn salsa, roasted poblano crema queso fresco. Confit Goat Belly ($38), strawberry goat braise, smoked yogurt drizzle, pickled strawberries. Desserts: Vacation, Please! ($16), toasted coconut crunch, lemon passion fruit sorbet, rum-soaked pineapple cake. Berry Yummy Par-tea ($16), earl grey soaked sponge cake, yuzu curd, spiced blackberries. Chocolate Basil Brownie Bash ($16), olive oil semifreddo, chocolate fennel crunch, basil granita. The meal was just phenomenal!  All the savory dishes were cooked perfectly with bold flavors; the meats were tender and full of flavors.  There were dishes that we normally would not have ordered if we saw them on menus of other restaurants.  Here, we tried them and were delighted that we did!  Our consensus is that Roasted Pig Face is our most favorite! It is everything we love in a comfort dish -- crispy on the outside, meltingly tender inside, and packed with rich, balanced flavor.  We will definitely order this again!  The Confit Goat Belly is a close second, with buttery, fall-apart meat and just the right balance of richness, acidity, and crunch. For dessert, "Vacation, Please!" is the one that we will always come back for. The toasted coconut crunch adds texture, the lemon passion fruit sorbet brings a refreshing tang, and the rum-soaked pineapple cake ties it all together with just the right amount of sweetness.  The other two desserts that we ordered were also very good.  The staff even brought out a scoop of Chocolate Ice Cream on the house, with two lit candles to celebrate our anniversary - a thoughtful touch that made the evening even more memorable.  This dessert spread was the perfect ending to an incredible meal. I'd like to mention that the restaurant added a 4% surcharge to the bill, which the customer may request to have the surcharge remove if you choose.  We let them keep it. We spent about two hours at the restaurant. The savory dishes came out very quickly, the pace probably was even a tad too fast, but the desserts made up for it by taking a longer time.  We did not mind as we were still full, and had time to enjoy the ambiance more.  I would say it is a restaurant great for group gathering and celebratory functions, but not so much for intimate romantic date night.  All in all, it was a wonderful dinner, we look forward to returning again.

I was there the other week (I've been here at least five times before), and a busser--not our…read morewaiter--started clearing both of our plates before we were finished eating. We each only had a couple of bites left, but it definitely gave off an "okay, you're done now" vibe. Then he went to take the green beans (arguably the cult classic on the menu), and we still had more than half of them left. I had to stop him and say, "Yeah, we're not done with those. We paid for them. Can you put them in a to-go box instead?" For context, it was about 20 minutes before closing, but we ordered with plenty of time and were already eating with a "get in, eat, and get out" mindset. I've just never had someone at a restaurant start clearing plates while we were still actively eating--without asking, "Are you finished?" "Can I clear this?" or "Would you like a to-go box?" It was just... "You're done, these are leaving now." We were there for less than 45 minutes, left about 15 minutes before closing, and spent over $200 (not including the tip). With so many options in Chicago, I don't see myself coming back here.

I've heard of the Dog Haus establishment, but never thought to try it til now! It's more of a…read moremodern take on the hot dog (not mad at that). The hot dogs my husband and I had exceeded our expectations especially their sides. We both got sweet potato fries and onion rings. Really good!!

This was the first time I had a hot dog outside of a baseball stadium and I was pleasantly…read moresurprised! My friend raved about this placed and suggested we eat here before heading back to my hotel. They have several options to choose from including chicken, eggs, sausage, etc! I went with the build-your-own beef hot dog with cheddar cheese; a side of their spicy tots, and a chocolate chip cookie. The dog was good but the cheese was questionable. I was expecting it to be solid and not runny, so the texture threw me off. The tots were good and well-seasoned. Id say spice wise they were mild, which I can handle but I appreciate them having seasoning in general! The chocolate chip cookie was my favorite out of everything because it was soft and a well-made cookie! Overall, I was impressed with everything and would def come back next time I'm in the area.