What an amazing find! Perfect before a show! Def will be back!…read more Service and food were great!!

We had a wonderful wine tasting on December 2. Heidi…read moreSchmalz is a great host and came around with the wine. She made sure that we were served and happy with the service. The place is very relaxed and comfortable, having couches and chairs and high tops to relax in. They have PINSA ROMANA PIZZAS, which is like a flat bread on pizza dough. The onion soup Pinsa and the cheesy beef are great and shareable.

We've heard very good things about Patina and we're excited to try it tonight. As soon as we…read morewalked in the staff was very kind and attentive. We love the ambiance of the restaurant. It's very peaceful, romantic and a calm atmosphere. All of the food was delicious. The plating is so attractive! The dishes have great flavor but are healthier options. The portion sizes were perfect for what we desired. I'm not exaggerating when I say this was the best branzino I've ever had. The skin was crunchy and delicious. But the fish was not dry at all! There's nothing better than a juicy branzino fish and chef Jose nailed it! Matching with the sauce and beans was so much better than any other veggies or starch. The octopus was also cooked to perfection. The flavor and temperature was just right. Not too hot and such a great texture. We don't always order desserts but we had to see every course of the menu. We decided to go with a lava cake and it did not disappoint. It had that perfect contrast of hot and cold but it's served with gelato which gives it a nice touch of texture compared to standard ice cream. Chef Jose came out and introduced himself. We came in because we were enticed by a beef tartare that was on their menu in the past. We're hoping he brings it back on a special sometime soon. He said to give him a call and he'll try to accommodate whenever possible to make his customers happy. What an amazing restaurant. We cannot wait to come back and see what's new. Thank you for an amazing dinner and night!

Revisited after the full kitchen moved here from their other location. A superb experience! Our…read moreserver was incredibly attentive and friendly. The vibe here definitely meets a park ridge niche that nothing else does - intimate but elevated, a great date night place. Excellent cocktails and decent portions. Tuna tower was a fun app and we ordered lamb chops and a pasta for our mains. My only wish is that they had a slightly larger menu. I hope they add to it or do seasonal offerings because the selection is not too large and we pretty much maxed out what we'd be interested in trying in one visit. But they did it well and we enjoyed the Valentine's Day touched around the restaurant!

This was our first time here, and we came to celebrate a birthday. We had noted it in the…read morereservation and also had a conversation about it with our server. We were a little surprised when nothing was done for it, which isn't a big deal, but I'll be honest it was disappointing since we did come specifically to celebrate and had talked about it w our server. 3/5 Arancini - Very salty. None of us really enjoyed them because of that. They also came out lukewarm instead of hot. Would have been excellent if it was less salty and came out hot and crispy. 5/5 Fig & Mushroom (subbed for prosciutto) - The menu doesn't specify how the fig is served. Turned out to be fig jam rather than fresh fig, which wasn't what we expected. A little too sweet for me but overall still very much enjoyed it. Their pizza was cooked perfectly with enough toppings and cheese. Very good pizza! 5/5 Braised Short Rib + Polenta - so good! The short rib was excellent, just slightly salty. The polenta was perfect, and it came with a generous portion of wild mushrooms. 2/5 White Wine Cake (recommended as "unique") by our server - This was the most disappointing meal item. Our waitress told us it was special, but it was very bland and didn't match the description or image on their website. Their website showed a cake with a large scoop of ice cream on top, fair amount of whipped cream and raspberry sauce. Ours came with maybe a quarter of the size of that ice cream scoop, a little teaspoon dollop of whipped cream that you eat in one bite and the raspberry sauce was a tiny smear on bottom for decor but there wasn't enough to actually eat it. The cake itself was moist but lacked flavor. It took a really long time to come out, we thought perhaps they forgot, then forgetting we were celebrating a birthday on top of that was disappointing. Atmosphere - Beautiful space, very well done. The only issue is how close the tables are, you can't pull your chair back without hitting someone, and getting to the bathroom requires asking others to move because of how tight the layout is. Overall, we really enjoyed it and would return. While there were a few dishes we wouldn't order again, and others we would. Would love to try the wild mushroom pizza next time! The only thing was that since we had come to celebrate a birthday and didn't end up doing that, the night felt a little less special than we had expected--but still a nice experience overall.

I'm glad I finally got to check this place out, as I've been curious about it for some time. This…read moreplace is swanky and sophisticated, and a nice addition to the Park Ridge restaurant scene. I came to meet some folks and we sat at the bar. They have an extensive beverage program here, including mocktails, and that's what I settled on. I got one called Strawberry-Basil something, and it was so good. The strawberry-basil shrub was a key ingredient, and I don't get to a lot of places that use a shrub in their drinks. There was definitely a STRONG vinegar taste but for me, that was great. I also ordered a pasta dish, orecchiette and sausage with peas and a sweet, creamy sauce. Orecchiette and sausage are such a classic combo and I hadn't had this sauce before; it was a pleasant dish and was perfectly al dente. Service was good for the bar area. There's parking around, both in the lot right outside and the public parking lot below. And then of course there's the lots by the library and whatnot, so you should be able to find something.

Whenever I fly United out of O'Hare, I hope that I'll leave from Terminal 1, Concourse C, because…read morethat means I'll be able to visit Beaudevin. And bonus points if my gate is toward the same end but just past it, so I don't even have to go out of my way. I ended up there a couple days before Thanksgiving, having expected crowds at the airport so allowed a extra couple hours, but finding it was unexpectedly uncrowded. Similarly, at lunchtime, I found the wine bar had many seats available, which gave me the chance to choose one for myself, and one to keep my backpack next to me. I usually just get a glass of wine (always the 9oz pour), but hadn't had lunch yet, so I also opted for the Artisan Cheese Plate. I wasn't sure what I'd get, but figured it was worth a try. It was quite good, with a nice variety of both hard and soft cheeses, all very mild! I was very pleasantly surprised! The brie was especially creamy and delicious, and the bread that was served with it was the perfect complement. My server, Javier, was very friendly, welcoming, and attentive. My wine (pinot noir, very smooth and fruity) was poured immediately, and the cheese plate arrived within minutes. I lingered there for about 90 minutes before heading to my gate. It was, as usual, a lovely, relaxing time before the rush of boarding.

I literally came here for like 15 minutes. I was walking to my gate with about 50 minutes to spare…read moreand got distracted by the bottles lol. Ended up getting a gin and club soda. The drink was fine. On the smaller side, expensive, but still fine.

First time here. Very nice location to grab a drink and a bite before flight. Probably one of the…read morelarger portions of food service I've seen at this airport. Bar staff is warm and friendly. Quick with your order. Happy Travels.

Perfect spot to kill time during layovers or for a quick grab and go cocktail or beer. In the…read moreAmerican Airlines terminal food court, this small bar had friendly and quick service with decent selection for its size. They offer a small selection of snacks, but if you're hungry I would recommend stopping by a neighboring vendor for food. I ordered a spicy Bloody Maria and it was perfect! Have a book to read, phone to scroll, or be ready to people watch because there is no TV, but I did learn you can take your drink to go throughout the airport as well - who knew?!

What a cool place at the Hilton O'Hare Airport!!!! The decor…read moreis amazing! It feels and looks like a time capsule back to what I imagine were the roaring 20's!!! The waiters were wearing 20s themed clothes as well. I loved it! I honestly feel sad for my fellow yelpers that recommended stripping the place down and just keeping the chandeliers. Service was amazing! The place was completely full and the lovely lady who helped me (sorry I forgot your name, you were wonderful!) was awesome! I asked for recs and she told me what her favorite plates were and why. What a breath of fresh air! They have a full bar. A lot of people seemed very happy with their cocktails. There is also a live piano player, and as a lover of live music, I was very, very happy. The player was amazing, played some Frank Sinatra classics perfectly! I had the wedge salad. It was delicious. The lettuce was super crispy and super fresh, there was a perfect amount of Bleu cheese sauce and bacon on top. I also had the carbonara gnocchi. If you are a purist, it was not really classic carbonara sauce, but it was delicious! What I loved the most: the PERFECT texture of the gnocchi! It had the perfect amount of bite. If I am ever strand at O'Hare again, I am definitely coming back.

So the place definitely has a speakeasy vibe and the staff dress that way for a moment but our…read morecheck was given while she was wearing a sweatshirt. They were out of their well vodka and when I asked would I be charged for a premium vodka instead she said maybe!?! I am sorry you are out of the cheap stuff but I should not have to pay for premium when I am asking for less. They did just charge me for well but only after I asked. Also only 1 historical photo on the wall and she had to call someone over to tell me the persons name. I am sorry but customer service has fallen hard! I gave people 5 star service and got stiffed many times cause some people just don't tip but you should at least smile and act like you want me there and I never felt that here. It is a hotel speakeasy so the ambience is really cool but service is lacking. Glad I got it off my bucket list but never going back and advise anyone going to keep their expectations really low.

Great food, great service, from wait staff to delivery and buss people. Place was full for Saturday…read moremorning brunch/ lunch.

Cozy spot to enjoy some French cuisine in Edison Park. During my visit, the spot was quite popular…read moreso it was difficult to enjoy a casual, quiet meal -- though the decor, service, and overall ambiance do lend itself to a more unique experience if the restaurant were a bit less busy. The service was surprisingly reasonable despite the amount of patrons inside, friendly and the waitress stopped by periodically to check on us. Menu is not as adventurous as I've seen at some French restaurants, a bit different from still mostly familiar -- which can be good to appeal to a wider set of diners. I tried several different items including the Touche Toast, Cinnamon Apple Pancakes, and Gaufres Au Poulet Frite. I found in each of these, the textures were alright and the flavors were not too different from what I would expect from other brunch restaurants. Portion sizes were alright, as the meal wasn't overly expensive. If I had ordered items with more French influence, this may have been a better gauge of the food here. With that said, the uniqueness of the offerings here make me interested in a return visit. Overall, neat spot if you're looking for French style cuisine at reasonable prices.

We had an amazing time last night. Our server Campbell was AMAZING he was so great to our little…read moregirls. Thank you so much for your kindness. We will be sure to request you upon our return.

Everything about our visit for my wife's Bday was spot on. The service. The envy of a service…read morebusiness is its people. Our waitress rocked. Just fantastic. Adult cocktail hour was well prepared by the bartender. Solid drinks. Strong. Apps were dynamite. Calamari. And others. 6 dry aged Steaks around the table and all were favorable, cooked to perfection and tender. Dessert and coffees. Scrumptious. Just a great spot. You pay for it but it's great. The only negative is the car Valet wear too much cologne and they leave a heavy cologne order in the car. On the steering wheel. Yuck. We had to open the windows.

Stopped in for a drink and some food during a layover. Walked by the giant pretzel which looked…read moreAMAZING - big and fluffy with a nice crisp on the outside. I sat at the bar in a freshly opened, cleared off spot in the middle of the bar. The bartender was doing some wiping up and glassware duties. I sat for about 5 minutes contemplating if I could put up with the rancid beer smell emanating from somewhere that hadn't been cleaned in a week or more. I'm guessing under the bar mats in front of me? The taps were at the end of the bar at least 5 seats away... I left remaining unacknowledged. Had I been greeted, I would have at least had a drink even if I couldn't eat with that smell piercing my nose.

Yessenia was a good server. Early morning flight and I had some time for breakfast. A good…read morebreakfast menu, I went with the egg and cheese sandwich. It came with potatoes. The sandwich has a spicy ish sriracha Mayo and it really made it good. Yessenia made a really good spicy Bloody Mary. It is a nice cozy atmosphere. Nice place to relax before a flight.

02/12/25 - Tortas Frontera Grill. This is a Rick Bayless restaurant in O'Hare International…read moreAirport. Rick Bayless has built himself a restaurant w/award winning restaurants like Frontera Grill & Topolobambo. The first time I got food from Tortas Frontera to take on the plane as it was a domestic flight that wasn't serving food so I thought I would grab a Cubaba Clasica & take it on the plane, BIG MISTAKE. This sandwich is meant to be eaten on the spot & not later When I went back the second time on 02/12/25 I ordered the same Cubana Clasica - Carnitas, smoked pork lion, bacon, jack cheese, chipotle mustard & pickled onions. This time I ate it before boarding the plane. It was delicious & meant to be eaten right away When ordering it's better eaten right away. I learned my lesson the hard way taking it on the plane instead of eating it right away. There are three Tortas Frontera locations at O'Hare International Airport (ORD), located in Terminals 1, 3, and 5. Founded by Chef Rick Bayless, these popular, high-quality sandwich spots are found at the following locations within the secure area:Terminal 1: Near Gate B10/B11Terminal 3: Near Gate K4Terminal 5: Near Gate M18

Tortas Frontera is now a Tortazo outlet - still Rick Bayliss' food but with an expanded menu. For…read morelunch, they now have tacos and quesadillas in addition to tortas. Unfortunately, this spot has degraded a bit in quality from the last time I visited in its top-drawer Tortas Frontera days. Despite there being no line to order, I waited quite a while before someone came to take my order (though to be fair she thanked me for waiting). The wait for food was even longer, about 20 minutes for one order of the barbacoa tacos. I always like to watch the food being prepared. Previously, this was an efficient operation where the staff worked quite clean. It seemed a bit disorderly on this visit. The tacos themselves were very good, especially the well-seasoned meat (which didn't even need to salsa provided) and the tender corn tortillas. There were a LOT of onions, which I ended up shaking off to get the fillings more in balance. They include a lime wedge on the side, which added great acidity to the tacos. The tacos were good enough to make me come back, but only with a lot of time before boarding.