We went to have a wine tasting; Kyan was amazing! He was knowledgeable and friendly! We will be back to see him again! We stayed for lunch and the buffalo chicken sandwich, on special in September, was tasty and filling! We will go back to have this again!!! read more

Ordered steak medium rare x2, one came with one side medium rare one side medium well... The other came medium well all throughout. Sent one of them back and they recooked it correctly but tasted like someone salt-bombed it out of spite. Was hardly edible but ate it just because I hadn't ate all day. The wine was never particular great here but used to come occasionally for the food but now I don't think I'll be back. For as much as red meat costs these days I'm not gonna deal with that. read more

When last week to Cooper's Hawk for a spontaneous dinner with the my wife and a friend of ours. It was busy and took advantage of the outdoor seating, to avoid a busy and noisy night. Noise is tough when you anting to carry a conversation but outside is a little quieter. Our server, Gianna, was amazing and had a little feistiness to her which we enjoy in the engagement instead of being robotic. My wife ordered her typical pasta dish and our friend ordered a schnitzel pork chop which he enjoyed. I on the other hand had a seasonal offering - Shanghai Short Ribs. The had a wonderful flavor, served with broccolini and wasabi mashed potatoes. If you order it, ask for a steak knife as it was impossible to cut through the broccolini as it was a little raw (which I normally like, but a little more cooking would have helped). I would say it is a little pricey for what you get but it was tasty. See photo. read more

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We don't have a Cooper's Hawk near us so it's such a pleasure to go to one when in the area. Seriously, the level of service, attentiveness and kindness is hard to beat. The restaurant has an upscale feel with a wine club that you can pay to join. Everyone's food came out on time and beautifully plated and fresh and flavorful. The Brussel sprout appetizer was amazing and the shrimp fried with phyllo dough served with lettuce wraps were amazing! I got the ahi tuna dinner with rice and it was both filling and delicious! Would definitely come back here again! read more

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Coopers hawk is always solid. I enjoy the seasonal menu, service, and the vibe. Always busy and alive in that restaurant. Came on a Saturday, I was a former wine club member. I do miss it but I'm on a hiatus since I used to always go. I'll eventually go back. Food is solid I got the filet mignon, steak was cooked right at medium rare and the Mary potatos is the BEST part. Vegetables was also cooked right. I tried their seasonal tiramisu, honestly not a fan. My wife liked it, I just felt like I was getting bored of the taste. But still doesn't hurt the way I like Cooper's hawk. If you need to go out and you're looking for a place come to Cooper's hawk read more

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First time at Cooper's Hawk in Algonquin. This restaurant is fairly new and looks really nice & clean on the inside. We were seated right away on a Monday night. I'm not a wine drinker but I think wine lovers would love it here. There is a wine section in the front with different types of wines you can buy and info about each one. The restaurant seemed to focus on wines and suggested menu pairings. Service was good. I ordered gnocchi with roasted butternut squash and my wife ordered sweet corn and tomato risotto. The portion size was moderate as well as the price at $23.99 and $22.99 for the latter. The gnocchi was perfectly seasoned and brought on some well pronounced flavors. The savory gnocchi, cream, and feta cheese maintained a delicate balance to the slightly sweet butternut squash. The risotto tasted great as well, but was slightly undercooked. They also let us sample some moscato which was a nice touch. CH turned out better than I expected it to be and I would return at some point on the future although there are few vegetarian options. read more

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We have dined at 2 Coopers' in Oak Lawn and Oak Park, but we have family that lives near Algonquin, so we took a trip and gathered there for Valentine's Day lunch. We arrived on time and were offered the chance to sit but decided to wait til our party arrived. The lobby and tasting room are about the same, but seemed smaller than the other locations. When our party arrived we sat at a nice round table. Gianna our waitress came and greeted us with good humor, jokes, and graciousness! I got the sparkling flight since it was V-Day, and we shared the Brussel sprouts and lettuce wraps as appetizers. It was busy and full but not packed at 2:30pm. I ordered the lunch portion of the pork chop with mashed potatoes and broccoli and of COURSE the pretzel bread! We took some home as well. I enjoyed the flight but was hoping to have it with my entree. It took a while for us to be asked for our entrees, and I was just about out of my flight, so I ordered another glass of wine (not sure which one) to go with lunch. The special dessert was a coffee flavored brownie with pistachio gelato. We were given multiple spoons and a huge portion and it was SO good! It is a long ways away from where we live, so I would prob only return to this location for a special occasion, or if I'm in the area. I would definitely ask for Gianna if I go back! read more

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Our server Isodora was so pleasant. She didn't rush us. So sweet and the server before her was just as nice. Our experience was beautiful. The food was outstanding. Brussel sprouts had a great flavor. I had the chicken risotto and the sweet red wine, my favorite. I will be back. Thank you. read more

Food great- salty though Service- amazing Ambiance- beautiful. Went it for dinner with my husband and loved it. read more

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We came here for a birthday party and Joel & crew in the back private room were amazing. The food was delicious as usual and was served fresh and hot. I really enjoyed the fries that came with the cheeseburger. For the kids, the entreés were served buffet style, so that made for easy access for the parents and quick eating for the kids. As far as price goes, I don't know what it cost for the private room and menu. I do know, from eating in the dining room that you should expect to spent $20-$40 for an entree and a dinner for two with drinks and tip will run you $150 min. If you're a food connoisseur and you want something a step up from a Chili's, you can get that here. Add some wine and you're good to go. Though it's a little overpriced for the food, the food is prepared well and has the flavors. I think that the prices reflect the high-quality service and the ambience. If you're looking for a bite, but don't really care... I'd skip this place and hit up one of the other sit-down restaurants across and/or down the street. Your dollar will go longer. Last thought - This is a great place to celebrate a special milestone or get your wine fix. I hope to be back soon. read more

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My first Cooper's Hawk experience--talk about sensory overload! I went on a Friday night and the place was packed and loud. The parking lot was full and I had to park the equivalent of two blocks away. A table wasn't ready even though we had a reservation, but after only a little waiting we were able to snag bars seats and have up the reservation. (I've heard of others having to wait 45 minutes past their reservation time). I had a burger and it was tasty. The bartender who took our order was friendly. I would go back, but probably not on a weekend. I don't drink wine, and while the food was good, it didn't stand out enough to make having to wait in an extremely loud crowd worth it. read more

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Stopped in for a quick lunch. Our services was prompt and friendly. Food came out in a timely manner. It's beautifully decorated inside. The wine is delicious. I typically visit the South Barrington location. This was a nice little change up. read more

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Kai is hands down one of the best servers at Cooper's Hawk! From the moment you enter the tasting area, he makes you feel welcome with his friendly personality and contagious smile. He's incredibly personable, fun, and truly knows how to make the entire dining experience enjoyable. If you're not sure which wine to choose, trust Kai's recommendations--they're always spot on! His knowledge and enthusiasm make trying new wines so much fun. He goes above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect, and you can tell he genuinely enjoys what he does. If you have the chance, definitely ask for Kai. I guarantee you'll have an amazing time and leave looking forward to your next visit! read more

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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant is always a solid dinner choice for me, but only recently did I try their brunch! The salted caramel donuts and the Cooper's Hawk steak and eggs were some of the best items I've had from there. Let's start with the salted caramel donuts because...wow. They come out warm, soft, and perfectly golden with just the right amount of sweetness. The outside has that light crisp, the inside is fluffy, and paired with the salted caramel flavor, they're dangerously easy to keep reaching for. Definitely a must-order for the table. The Cooper's Hawk steak and eggs were just as impressive. The steak was cooked exactly how I wanted, tender, flavorful, and not overdone. The eggs were perfectly done, and the potatoes were crispy on the outside but soft inside, which really pulled the whole dish together. It's one of those meals that feels indulgent but still balanced enough for brunch. Between the cozy atmosphere, great service, and food that actually delivers, this is one of those spots I'll keep coming back to--especially for those donuts alone. read more

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I have been here several times. A main attraction is the selection of wine. The service is always perfect. I have had the prime rib sandwich several times, which is always good. However DO NOT order fruit in lieu of the french fries. Photo shown of what you will get. Really expected better for a restaurant with these prices. read more

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CH Wine O'Clock Review! This is my second time visiting a Coopers Hawk for the happy hour specials. It seems the menu has been paired down quite a bit but items on this menu are special offerings that aren't found on the standard menu. We sampled both the Blending Session wines which seem to rotate monthly. The white was a bit sweet for my preference so we decided to split the Vin Velouté. For food, we started with the Four Cheese Truffle Arancini & Burrata Bruschetta off the HH menu. They were a good shareable portion for two people! We also tried the Roasted Vegetable & Goat Cheese Flatbread which was delicious! The restaurant itself is newer and beautifully designed. Our server was very kind but towards the end was checking in a lot which felt like he was subtly pushing us to leave. Either way, I do love the offerings at CH and enjoy that their happy hour is back! read more

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If you are planning your next event......look no further! Exceptional service in every way possible! We experienced Angelina's expertise, her exceptional attention to detail, a seamless and easy process of planning a private dinner party. Every request big or small, was met in a timely manner and she was always so kind and thoughtful with her responses! I cannot tell you how much I appreciated her! On another note, Joel was absolutely exceptional in every way possible! He was hard working, kind and so incredibly helpful in every way possible! He handled each and every guest as if there were 4 of "him" doing service. Not one single person wanted for food or drink once in the entire evening. Joel went above and beyond with managing small details, such as suggesting he put the kids orders in first to keep them occupied. When we surprised my sweet niece with car keys, Joel followed the 25 person parade through the restaurant to have a look outside- he was so joyful!! By the end of the party, everyone was singing his praises- he made a wonderful evening that much more special! Exceptional experience, cheers Cooper's Hawk- Algonquin!!! read more

For $18 this is what a medium cheeseburger from Cooper's hawk will look like, honestly I could've asked my father to make me a medium burger and it still wouldn't of come out as burnt. This was like biting into a lump of charcoal. I'm not even trying to be nit picky but I'm not ordering a filet or salmon I'm ordering a regular cheeseburger. read more

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Cozy!!! Bar area seating here is what I prefer. Less stingy feeling than the main room. The chicken giardianara was delicious. Alcohol free options. They should really bring back the alcohol free wine, it's just a nice tradition for people who can't drink. I think it's insane they only have 3 bathroom stalls for the size of this place. I had to wait in line every time. Also...please simmer down on the sales lingo for the membership. Not everyone needs a wine fucking membership ALRIGHT? read more

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We recently came here with family visiting from out of town. It was their first time at Cooper's, and we were excited to bring them. We were seated within 5-7 minutes of walking in, which we appreciated. However, we weren't thrilled with the table we were initially assigned. It was directly underneath a speaker, and the music was extremely loud. We wouldn't have been able to have a conversation and catch up with our family. The table was also located near the bathroom and kitchen, so there was quite a bit of commotion. We immediately asked the host if it would be possible to move to a different table. She appeared visibly annoyed. She looked around, grabbed the menus without saying a word, and walked us to another table. She placed the menus down and again didn't say anything--no smile, no eye contact, and no acknowledgment. We didn't catch her name, but she had a tattoo behind her ear for reference. We were surprised that asking for a different table seemed to cause frustration. That said, the rest of the waitstaff was amazing--very professional, attentive, and polite. The food was very good as well. Bravo to the rest of the team for making the remainder of our experience enjoyable. read more

went on a busy sat valentines weekend the food was delicious service was very fast. I enjoyed the romance red wine one of my favorites. the appetizers delicious I loved the Brussel sprouts and egg rolls. the entree skirt steak was very soft and tasty. great place I'll def be back again and try a wine tasting. read more

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Loved the chicken potstickers with the coleslaw. The a barbecue chicken salad is always good as well as the wine. Service was outstanding to today! Also I do love sitting in the bar area. I always reserve my table via Open Table. read more

A night at Cooper's Hawk is guaranteed to be a fun one! Sue provides a wonderful wine tasting experience and the rest of the staff is always friendly as well. Must try cocktail includes the Bin 61 sour, even if you are not a whiskey drinker. Another pro tip to take advantage of is the complimentary wine tasting at the table for the wine of the month or barrel reserve. Food choices from the evening included the burger, chicken sandwich and life balanced BBQ chicken salad. All were great. Only downside to the night was the time it took to get bread because it is so delicious. read more

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Girls night dinner brought us to Cooper's Hawk on a Tuesday at 5:35. I made the reservation using Open Table. We didn't have any issues with anyone at the hostess stand. We were seated immediately. I do not drink alcohol and if I did, I probably would not be a wine drinker, however, three of the four of us shared a bottle of wine (actually, they didn't finish it so the waiter did something to it so they could take the bottle with them)... they said the wine was delicious. I ordered a ginger ale; it was probably the best ginger ale I've ever had! I need to know if they make it in-house or what brand it is. It was so good. I ordered the soup and salad. The soup was lobster bisque and it was delicious. The salad was very good, as well. The dressing was delish! I did not finish it all; it was the perfect lunch the next day. Our waiter was really super cool and spaced everything really well and was attentive. I'm not sure I would go back any time soon, but it was a nice first visit for me. read more

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Cooper's Hawk earns a solid recommendation on the food overall. Well-executed dishes with consistent quality, but the appetizers are the real standout. The apps alone are worth the visit -- flavorful, polished, and a great way to start the meal. read more

Love this place. Great food and, most of the wines are pretty good. Service has been fantastic each time we visited. One of our go to places. read more

Not my favorite. Wine was good, that's about it. I can't recommend the wine tasting as it was honestly boring and unenjoyable. Server handed me a dirty knife to cut my white chocolate truffle with. This is not acceptable. read more

This was our first time at Coopers Hawk. We walked in and were blown away by the wine tasting bar right inside the door. it was packed and looked like everyone there was having a great time. We didn't have to wait long to get seated. The restaurant was very classy. Our waitress Nadia arrived just after we were seated. Nadia was great. Very nice and pleasant. She welcomed us and started to tell us about the wine choices and menu items. When our dinner was served, she came around several times making sure we were all good. The manager even stopped by to see how everything was. For dinner I had the Blackened Ahi Tuna. This was seared rare and was done perfectly. It tasted great. It came with a side of Cilantro Citrus Rice and an Asian Slaw. It was very tasty. It was also served with a Wasabi Sauce. You need wasabi with your tuna. My wife had the Gnocchi with Roasted Butternut Squash. She loved it. We're not big wine drinkers but we did have a glass of their Red Sangria. It was really good. We're looking forward to coming back again to try other dishes. Walking in and out, seeing what other diners were eating, everything looked wonderful. If you have the chance, stop in for a nice meal and a glass of wine. I highly recommend Coopers Hawk. read more

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We love CH for special occassions and bringing the family in. We came this month on Sunday and had Kristin K. as our waitress. She was great with our kids, friendly and most of all very knowledgeable. knew every answer quickly and gave us in depth knowledge about menu and recommended great wine pairings. Very happy with her service and how humble and flawless she was throughout the process even when our kids got cranky towards the end. good food and good wine! we will as always be back and ask for her next time! read more

I have eaten here twice now with medical gf need. Fabulous service and care with my meal. Restaurant is a little chilly so bring a sweater, but the food is delicious! read more

I seriously dont understand their rating. The food is so bad. If you like spending $40 on $4 wines repackaged under their label and eating chain food then this is your spot. Have to admit the guy who started it tapped into some weird public urge to get hoodwinked. Hard pass read more

We came here for a date night dinner on a Saturday, and we're so glad we reserved in advance since it was super busy! The restaurant has plenty of parking outside the restaurant. When you enter, you see their tasting bar and a small shop with wines along a wall and tables of items to buy such as candles, wine glasses, or dishes. If you're dining at the restaurant, go to the host table on the left. If you're waiting for a table, they have free samples of one of their wines in a barrel. The inside is nicely decorated and they have two large areas for dining in and a few smaller areas in the back. Looks like in warmer weather they will have an outdoor enclosed patio dining area. We sat at one of the booths along the wall. Although the inside was loud and busy, my husband and I could still easily hear each other. The wait staff was friendly and our drinks and food came out quickly. We opted to share their Bubbly wine flight and had an appetizer of the Brussel sprouts which were crispy and tasty especially with the sauces added on top. For entrees we got the Pretzel Crusted Pork Chops and Gnocchi with Roasted Butternut Squash. We thought both entrees were outstanding - and great portion sizes that we both took home leftovers (which the wait staff wraps for you). The total for all of the above was about $100 not including tip. For the experience, wine, and food quality we thought this was a reasonable price for a fancier date night. read more

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I picked this place to celebrate my birthday. Thought we'd give it a try! When we were taken to our table, the hostess asked if we had ever been to this location before. Our answer was "no" so she quickly pointed to a barrel and for us to mention to our server if we wanted to try. It was a very quick explanation which left us more confused! Plus, we forgot to ask our server about it. Maybe the server should mention and explain? Our kids had forewarned us that there is some sort of wine club here and that they would try to do a hard sell on it as my kids told us they joined. Well - only one of us ordered a glass of wine and the wine club was never mentioned. I found out more on their website than I did from the hostess or server. They probably would have gotten a sale out me if they had explained or mentioned it. Anyways, we came for dinner so I'll mention that... We split a Caesar salad as an appetizer and had the Salmon and Crusted Mahi as our main courses. Both fish dishes were very good. Healthy too. Unfortunately, we ate it all so no leftovers for lunch the next day! Since it was my birthday, they gave me free truffles - one dark chocolate and the other was white chocolate. Both were good but the white chocolate was really good. Before tax & tip, it is easy to spend $50 per person with a drink, splitting an appetizer and dinner. Nice night out. read more

I have never left a review good or bad for any restaurant before today. Unfortunately, after my experience last night I felt I needed to express my opinion on this restaurant. I had heard so many good things about them that when my wife suggested we go there for our anniversary, I agreed. Let me say that the service was wonderful, unfortunately the steak was not. We ordered one of their "most popular " items, the Filet. Both our steaks were dry and tough. Very disappointing since I order that type steak because I like tender, juicy steaks. In addition, the couple we were with received their steak very over cooked. When they pointed it out to the server. She graciously agreed to take it back and get it made right. That process took 20 minutes so we were all finished with our meal before she even got hers. It was very uncomfortable eating in front of her and then watching her eat when her meal finally arrived. I wish they had made some attempt to make things right, but they never even asked. Unfortunately, I doubt we will ever go back and wanted to share our experience with you. read more

Cooper's Hawk recently opened up in Algonquin. I ended up going there twice to see how it was. Here is my review: Ambiance It is nice and clean. Upon walking in, there is a shop, which sells chocolate, wine, and wine accessories. The tables seem well-spaced. The sound level is not bad. Though busy, you don't really hear other conversations. Service I would say the service has been really good on both occasions. Both servers did not hover around the table. The team itself, greeted us, as we walked by them. The food came out at a decent pace. Each server also made sure to check our glasses to see if we needed any refills. Food Grilled Cheese with short rib and tomato soup The tomato soup was your standard tomato soup. The grilled cheese was a bit messy but good. The short rib was juicy and there was a good amount of meat in the sandwich. Jambalaya I did not mind the jambalaya. The texture of the rice was good and they had a decent amount of meat/seafood. There seemed to be an odd aftertaste though. Southwestern eggroll The eggrolls were crispy and flavorful. It was paired with 3 different sauces which complimented the egg rolls nicely. Pretzel-encrusted pork chop The pork chop was nicely cooked. It was juicy and flavorful. My issue with it is the pretzel crust. Personally, I would use some sort of panko or regular bread crust for a bit of a different texture contrast. The pretzel did not really work for me. The Prime The sandwich is a very juicy sandwich. It has a lot of meat and comes with a side of horseradish and extra ju. If you don't mind a sloppy mess, this sandwich is very good and I would recommend it. Drunken shrimp Kind of pricy, but the taste was pretty good. The shrimp was bacon-wrapped and sat on top of some guacamole. It had a nice citrus sauce with it. Sweet Chili calamari The batter seemed harder than most fried calamari I have eaten. It is dipped in a sweet chili sauce so, I can understand that they did not want to have it go soggy. It had a nice flavor but came with a sesame sriracha aioli, which I am not sure did anything for it since it was already slathered in sweet chili sauce. S'more Budino This dessert is sweet upon sweet. It was good but I got tired of eating it. There is a layer of caramel and a thick layer of marshmallow. Along with a layer of chocolate pudding, my taste buds were taxed. Overall The service was really good. The food is good but kind of pricey. I think there were some misfires with the food itself but there is a pretty good amount of choices you can pick from. I don't really drink so, unfortunately, I don't really have any opinions on the wine itself. I wouldn't mind recommending Cooper's Hawk, but I think some of the food needs to be reworked. read more

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Bubbles and brunch was fun. I intended to order from regular menu but the brunch menu was way too tempting. I opted for the yummy smoked brisket and egg. So good. The lunch portion of gnocchi carbonara was also a hit. I really appreciate I ate lunch portions...Waitress noticed I had a bday gift on the seat next to me and surprised us with birthday chocolates and a candle. Very thoughtful. The restaurant was busy on a Saturday afternoon but ambiance and pace of meal was perfect. read more

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This was my first time coming to Cooper's hawk and i have to say it did not hit my expectations. The service felt like it didn't hit the mark. It was not busy and though my reservation was for an inside table for a business meeting. The host tried seating us in the bar even after me asking for quiet spot in the dinning room. I ordered the wedge salad to start. The tips of the lettuce were brown in areas and slathered in dressing. i I had the seared tuna and it was decent but the wasabi dip was not good along with the cabbage on top of some white rice. My expectations were high and the food didn't meet the mark as the tuna was overcooked to top things off. The server wasn't able to explain the dish's i had questions on. While we were in the middle of eating our dinner the server came to our table and placed a menu on the table and never explained what she left. Then she said that's for when you are ready for dessert. It was very odd and the timing was just off while we were in the middle of our dinner I wouldn't recommend Cooper's hawk. Food and service were misses. read more

Had the Salmon with soy ginger. SO delicious...can't wait to go back. Great service and nice and close to home.

Great service; as soon as you sit you are introduced to the aroma of freshly baked bread with their signature butter... mmmmm just fantastic. After that whatever I ate it drank were inconsequential, YOU GUYS HAD KE AT THE BREAD!!! Loved the experience and will certainly return and brag about you to my friends! read more

Hubby & I went here for lunch on Thursday, 2/13, to avoid the Valentine's Day crowd & it was a great experience! Our server was outstanding! We started with an espresso martini to share, which she volunteered to split into 2 glasses. The meatball appetizer was next...I was almost like lasagna without the noodles, delicious! I followed that with a light mahi mahi sandwich sans and side salad bread while my hubby had the heartier chicken risotto! We were too full for dessert but we were sure happy with this restaurant choice for our Valentine's celebration! read more