The food was absolutely delicious, both the salad and the main course? And the dessert too. My wife…read moreand I were both impressed. I had the Braised Beef Short Rib, which was not only gluten-free but also very tasty. My wife had the Pesto Shrimp Risotto, which was also good. The atmosphere was good and parking was ample. The only downside was that the service was not so good. Our server was not around very often. Later on, we were ready to order dessert but our server was busy mixing drinks behind the bar. My wife had to go over and get him so we could order. Not good. Still overall, a good find.

5 stars for Lemont. Probably 4 stars in Chicago…read more Walked in on a Saturday for an early dinner. It was 5:45, I didn't have a reservation, a they didn't have a table available until 7:30 but there were spots at the bar which they said was full service. My friend and I cozied up to it and ate there. What a surprisingly good experience. The staff was super friendly and that bartenders had great suggestions. I hate when people at the restaurant say everything is good. Not these young ladies. They made some sound suggestions which we followed. French onion soup and the steak frites were both excellent and priced well IMO. They have a really good whiskey/bourbon selection with a few hard to find bottles. I settled on a Blantons neat. They had Pappy, but I'm not wasting money on that anymore. Food came out quickly and we ate and watched a baseball game. The locals at the bar told us about their membership program where I guess for a small mo they fee you get a bottle of wine and a charcuterie plate once a month. Seemed like a pretty good deal. I don't live anywhere near there, but if I did I'd certainly join. In any case, if you live anywhere close, this is definitely a worthwhile restaurant to visit. Seems like there were quite a few singles there as well if you are looking to meet someone. I have no idea what the dating scene is like in Lemont, but this might be a good spot to try.

Great food! Loved the pasta cooked table side in the cheese bowl. Great service as well.read more

* Food is Delicious and Most Plates are Large Portions * The…read moreCocktails are Unique and also 10/10 * You can Never Go Wrong with G&V Wine Especially My Go to Pinot Noir * Great Ambiance and Service is always Exceptional! Me and My Wife Love going there at Least 2 or 3 Times a Week. * "Our Server Diana was very Attentive and Would always ask us if we needed anything else, Gave us lots of Recommendations and She Never Disappoints, Always Makes us Feel Welcomed and Shows She Truly Cares" * Rating is 10/10 and Definitely Recommend.

I love their weekly menu but they also add new items to regular menu!!! I had 2 new items this time…read moreand both were delish. The crepe on weekly special was perfect size for me to enjoy another dish, their new smoked carrots... wooooow!!! I usually sit at the bar... Roo, Lynda, Jilian, everyone is wonderful... like eating at your BFFs house so can't say better than that for service. You can come in with your company group, family, or by yourself and you'll be sure to enjoy a friendly smile giggle or chat with someone. Check out their daily specials, they're not happy hour... it's the whole evening! Delish ingredients, unique combinations to your palette, amazing crafted drinks, a nice wine menu. Fun dinner, working and eating dinner, or romantic... come visit!

Disclaimer: I won't even pretend I know what I am talking about. Take this review with two grains…read moreof salt, and add one of them to the food. I had the opportunity to try the Pork Belly 'little snacks', Oysters Rockefeller, Smoked Prime Rib (Fri/Sat Special), as well as the Raspberry No-hito (non-alc) and the Smoked Old Fashioned. The Oysters Rockefeller were phenomenal. While I typically take my oysters raw, I am glad I ventured out of my comfort zone on this one. While the oysters themselves were a little on the smaller side, the sauce was savory, creamy, and all around excellent. I also love how they were baked in their wood-fired over, bestowing not only delectable browning, but also a little bit of smoke (this will be a common theme, just you wait!). One word of caution: the bed of salt makes it easy for a few extra sprinkles to make it into the oyster, making it considerably salty. Next come the Pork Belly snacks. These were cooked perfectly, with the meat tender and the fat rendered ideally. They weren't completely melt-in-your-mouth, but this isn't a complaint. I believe these too were cooked in the over or over the fire, as opposed to whatever preparation makes pork belly so soft it might as well melt in a pan. Also enjoyable was the Red Pepper Jelly. I was expecting something similar to the jarred stuff I have in the fridge, but was instead pleasantly surprised with a lightly sweet and hot, seemingly house-made pepper jelly. Before continuing, I have to once again admit that I can't speak authoritatively, and make no claim that my thoughts originate in the mind of greatness. The Smoked Prime Rib is where I must be less of a raving fan. I want to give credit where credit is due: this is a big, honking piece of meat! I also want to recognize that it is just about the smokiest steak I've ever had, similar to a top-notch BBQ joint. With the help of the smoke, I cannot deny it was a tasty piece of meat! However, I have three complaints. First, I requested it medium-rare; this felt like something between a medium-rare and a medium. Second, the jury is still out on the fat content. The marbling did not feel incredible, and the very large bits of untrimmed fat felt unnecessary in my opinion. Finally, there is the matter of seasoning, as the steak felt under-salted. Given that the horseradish sauce gave the opportunity to add a new dimension of flavor, but salt is the magic that helps elevate everything. This dish also came with Brussels sprouts and smashed potatoes. The potatoes were cooked and seasoned well. The sprouts, however, fell short of the mark for me. For them to go from good to great would need a little more fat and salt. Good news is that there is plenty more food to go around! The drinks, the service, and the vibe. For beverages, I ordered a Raspberry No-jito (non-alcoholic) and a Smoked Old Fashioned. The No-jito was done very well; it was minty, refreshing, a little tart, and not overpoweringly sweet. The Old Fashioned was hands-down phenomenal. Not only was the use of smoke great to add smoothness, but the quality of ingredients and their balance were all top-notch. The kind of drink that takes me back to the decade ago when I reached drinking age and fell in love with Old Fashioneds. Next, we have the service. The bar-servers were all extremely welcoming, attentive, professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. Points also for the manager/owner checking in to see how I was going and if I was happy with everything. Mega points for all the food coming out quickly and with appropriate timing. Real talk: having eaten at Smyth, while their team is great, they could learn a thing or two from the service team here. Regarding the vibe, which is modern and upscale without being stuffy. The kind of spot where I'd love to spend a few hours with friends, a date, or alone. While the prices are a little on the high side, given the price of everything, and especially beef, I think the value is on the high side of fair. Final verdict: The Phoenix Kitchen delivers excellence with their staff, vibe, drinks, and most of their food. While the steak fell a little short for me, this could be a one-time fluke, or a matter of preference and/or ignorance. While Homer Glen is a bit out of the way, and this isn't *quite* a destination, I'd happily return, and give it my recommendation.

The best place to watch Chicago White Sox baseball. Your barkeep Marshall will not allow your…read morefrosted glass to go empty. Point Amber is only $4 for a 22oz at the top of the cup serving.

First of all this place is much bigger that it looks from the outside I was surprised but I was…read morealso shocked at how empty it was on a Friday night. We went to watch a band the service was very slow and we had to keep searching for our waiter anytime we needed anything. Our waiter also brought out drinks we hadn't ordered even though we said we didn't want to order anymore they took it back and didn't charge but should pay attention to the customer a little better next time. Their chicken nachos are my favorite though.

Food: The food was okay. For the price, I found it to be a little expensive for the quality. The…read moreone thing I did notice was the old fashioned cocktails seemed pre-made. The food was good, but definitely lacked flavor depth. 2/5 Service: the server was pleasant. She was friendly and helped us find the best items on the menu. 5/5 Ambiance: the inside of the restaurant had a cozy kind of Italian environment. The restaurant was relaxing and seemed like a great place for a date. I would say most patrons were older so if you are looking for a more up-beat restaurant, I would skip this restaurant. 5/5 Overall: 12/15

If it was just me personally, I'd give it 5 stars. The meatloaf was the best I've ever had. Full…read morestop. My gf had the stir fry and that was awesome too. But a couple of others in our party had dry pork chops and weren't totally thrilled. But I thought Public in Lockport was amazing. I'd go back. Our server was super nice and the place itself is super cool ambiance with a great outdoor area. Highly recommend!

Really nicely done food. Yes it is a bit pricey but it is a solid option in a town full of good…read morefood options. Staff is friendly. Parking can be tough. Really enjoy the fried calamari appetizer and main course portions are generous.

Had a wonderful ladies night! Roxanne our server was great!…read moreThe MOMO cocktail hit the spot!! Eggplant stack is delicious!!!!! Only thing missing was Bobby

ultimate date night hidden gem in Illinois? Welcome to Tallgrass in Lockport, where we started the…read morenight by clinking these insanely rich espresso martinis next to a platter of warm, fluffy, sea-salted focaccia bread. Next, we dove into a velvety, deeply savory tomato soup topped with a perfect crunch, immediately followed by the most creative amuse-bouche I've ever seen--savory mousse inside miniature waffle cones! For the entrees, the pan-seared scallops over a creamy sweet corn purée completely melted in our mouth, while the flaky Mediterranean white fish with capers and olives delivered a massive burst of fresh flavor. We paired it all with a side of crispy, pillow-soft gnocchi tossed in fresh pesto and blistered tomatoes. Finally, we wrapped up with a second round of craft cocktails and dove straight into dessert heaven: a perfectly cracked sweet corn crème brûlée topped with popcorn and fresh blueberries, alongside a stunning, layered raspberry and cream mille-feuille.

New Fall menu debuted today Thursday September 17. I had the Waldorf Salad with endive and…read moreNorwegian Trout with lentils and loved both. Last week I had the Sablefish special on the no-longer-available Summer menu and it was outstanding. Service was excellent on both visits. Tallgrass is one of the few outstanding dining experiences in the area.

We had a 50th Anniversary dinner at Ashbury's. We got many compliments from our guests. They…read morereally liked the food. It was a buffet. The sound system and ability to do a slideshow made it go smoothly. The staff were thoughtful and courteous.

I forget that this restaurant exists until I got reminded about their Friday Fish Fry's during…read moreLent. My sister and I had stopped by for an early dinner to partake on their AYCE Friday Fish Fry for $25. We each ordered one with our desired sides. I ended up getting the sweet potatoes with honey mustard and my sister got hers with chips. I finished mine and we ended up getting a refill and splitting that and I was impressed when my sister asked for another order! Our server was amazing and she was very proactive and was quick to make sure we were getting our next order of fish refilled. I ended up coming back again with the Bolingbrook Chamber and we were able to try their different menu items. I also ended up having a late lunch here with a friend on their patio to people watch. Their outdoor space would be a fantastic venue for a cigar dinner to pair with their vast menu items!

Ordered online and the message said our food would be ready in 20 minutes. Arrived about 20 minutes…read moreand it took my five minutes before anyone even acknowledged me standing there. The woman I spoke to said there was four orders in front of me. Well, twenty minutes later (so a total of 25 minutes) of waiting I get home and one of the burgers has no toppings. Menu says it comes with at least lettuce and pickles. The pick up people need some love too and the portion sizes of tater tots were pretty poor.

The Tap House Grill is a regular in our rotation. There hasn't been one thing on the menu that I…read morewould not order again.

Food: I did not order food, however, I did order three cocktails. Each one was excellently made…read more The cocktails are priced around $13-15, which is typical for a cocktail bar. They have other options too such as beer, wine, and mocktails. The cocktails are definitely strong, but in a sour-sweet way. Very refreshing! 5/5 Service: I arrived right when they opened(4 pm on Thursday) so the service was perfect! But considering it is located in Downtown Lemont, I can imagine it can get crowded at night or over the weekend. 5/5 Ambiance: a lot of seating and located in a cute spot in Downtown Lemont where you can get pizza at Wooden Paddle or bar hop! The environment was clean and orderly. I would come back for sure! 5/5 Overall:15/15

Fantastic experience here, first timers. Showed up at about…read more5pm on a Friday and found a great table, very comfy seating. Great service, tasty drinks, try the breadsticks for nourishment. Cozy, great music playlist, great location.