Really high quality meats and excellent sausage. The owner / butcher takes real pride in making…read moresure the quality is consistent. Love the pork chops, Ribeye and NY strip. Italian sausage is my favorite.

We were looking for a three pound brisket to try out a new recipe. After going to several grocery…read morestores which either had no brisket or bulk sizes of it, we reached out to Leffelman on instagram and asked if they would be able to provide us with a 3lb Brisket the next morning. They answered promptly! The store is well situated just north of the tracks downtown Downers Grove. The cashier greeted us and took our order as we looked around the shop. The service was great but the brisket was even better! We highly recommend Leffelman as a butcher and look forward to coming here again next time inspiration strikes. Thank you!

Olive' n Vinnie's, Glenn Ellyn, Illinois. specialty cooking infused olive oils and associated…read moreproducts is a cooker's dream. What really sold me is the outstanding customer service only second to the verity of products the shop stocks. What great experience! The new owners, Michelle and her husband, since January 1st, 2026 will gain your respect and you will continue to patronize this shop. The store is jammed packed with infused olive oils and accompanied items. It does make it a bit difficult to navigate in a wheelchair and browse even tho they have a wheelchair ramp inviting the mobility challenge into an array of wonderful smells. Don't let this deter you. Michelle made note and said she will work on modifications to floor plan for inclusion of this demographic. This is why you shop a small business over a big box store. If you can't make it to the store check out their website: https://oliveandvinnies.com. Mike

Oh my wow!! Everyone needs to stop by here!! There is sooooo much to see!! And you get to taste…read morelots of it!! It's small inside but lots to see. The owners are so nice!!! We will be back

This store has so much stuff. Just about anything you could need for entertaining and then some. I…read morefound things I didn't even know existed but make my charcuterie nights especially nice! They also offer cooking classes, which I probably won't take advantage of but I do love attending a cooking class, so I will not say never. They are owned by the same folks as Marche, which is a storefront or two away. Parking is not always kind as it's mostly street parking and it goes quick.

We had a great time participating in Chef Paul's culinary brunch experience. Each of the 4 tables…read morewere given specific tasks from the menu that contributed to the overall meal. We had a great tiime chopping, stirring, and learning some wonderful tips from Chef Paul to use in our daily routines. The meal itself was absolutely delicious! I must say the deviled eggs had the best flavor I've ever tasted. But really everything was scrumptious from the panzanella salad to the chicken tetrazzini ending on a delicious cherry pecan scone dessert. Loved the whole setup and great casual/fun atmosphere.

This is our second visit to this cute and quaint little tea house in Downers Grove. My daughter,…read moreher friend and her friend's mom and I do an annual tea day. We were a party of four, one who is gluten-free and one who is vegetarian. They had no problem accommodating our dietary restrictions and the food was absolutely delicious. We all had different teas, and again they were all very flavorful. The Christmas decor was just so perfect. They have several items for sale, such as jams and so forth. They also had a few Christmas tea pots for sale. One was so cute I could not resist and bought my daughter an extra Christmas gift. The owner/chef came out to talk to us for just a few minutes. She explained that this was their 24th year! Amazing. She also stated that she travels and often the recipes she makes for the tea house are inspired by these trips. I believe the menu is changed every month. Our server, Gilbert was great. Very helpful and also described each delicious food item on our plate. Be sure to get reservations if you plan to visit. Absolutely love this place! Can't say enough great things about it.

Really cute! The Woodland Fairy menu was excellent! Great place to take Mom for a special treat…read more Wide selection of interesting teas. Would book again next time I'm in the area.

I took V to Entourage to celebrate his birthday, and it turned out to be a fantastic evening from…read morestart to finish. We arrived on a Friday night just before 9:00 PM and had no trouble finding street parking--always a win. We were greeted by our waitress, Jennifer, who was absolutely amazing. She let us know about their late-night perk: half-price small plates and select drinks on Fridays and Saturdays from 9 PM until close, which is such a great incentive for heading out later in the evening. Jennifer was attentive without being intrusive--our water glasses were always full, she checked in after every course, and her recommendations for both food and drinks were spot-on. We started with a Mad Rose for V and a Chameleon for me. Both cocktails were delicious, and after finishing his Mad Rose, V definitely felt the celebratory spirit kicking in. For appetizers, we shared the Vietnamese Summer Rolls and Sweet Chili Calamari. The summer rolls were light, fresh, and nicely accented with mint. The calamari was sweet with a surprisingly spicy finish--delicious, though the heat was just a bit much for V. I'd happily order both again. For my main course, I had the Wagyu Beef Stroganoff, and wow--hands down the best stroganoff I've ever had. The beef was incredibly tender, and the sauce was perfectly balanced with the noodles. It even paired beautifully with my Chameleon, with subtle lemon notes that complemented each other surprisingly well. V ordered the Tomahawk Pork Chop, cooked medium well and absolutely perfect. He loved every bite. It came with a risotto that he enjoyed, even if it wasn't the standout of the dish. Dessert sealed the deal. We finished with Sandy's White Wine Cake--which reminded me of a carrot cake in the best way--and the Banana Cream Pie, which was easily the best banana cream pie I've ever had. Truly a WOW moment. Between the excellent food, thoughtful service, and great late-night specials, Entourage made V's birthday celebration one to remember. We'll definitely be back. Sorry, I wish I had pics but I left my phone behind today.

After a long final day of a conference in the Chicago suburbs, I really did not feel like dealing…read morewith traffic or going out to dine solo, so tonight called for delivery. I ordered from Entourage Downers Grove and was honestly impressed with how well everything held up for delivery. The standout for me was the lobster bisque. It arrived at the perfect temperature, which is pretty impressive for delivery. The bisque was rich and luscious without feeling overly heavy, and the basil oil added a nice brightness that balanced the creaminess beautifully. It also had a generous amount of lobster, including several large chunks, and was a very solid portion overall. The filet mignon sliders were another highlight. Each slider had a substantial piece of filet mignon topped with pickled onions, microgreens, and horseradish cream on brioche buns. The onions and horseradish added enough acidity and bite to balance the richness of the beef without overpowering it. I also tried the Vietnamese summer rolls, filled with roasted shiitake mushrooms, fresh vegetables, and rice noodles, served with both peanut sauce and sweet chili sauce. Everything tasted very fresh, and the sauces complemented the generously stuffed rolls nicely. My only small critique is that cutting them in half made for a prettier presentation, but made them a little awkward to dip and eat. Overall, this was a surprisingly strong delivery experience, and I would absolutely order from them again, or better yet, make it over to the restaurant itself next time I'm in the area.

Walking into Marche feels like stumbling into a charming little French market you almost don't want…read moreto tell people about because selfishly... you want it to stay your secret. I had the pimento dip, the 3 cheese breadsticks, and the baguette with fig spread and honestly considered canceling the rest of my day and just living there. Everything tasted fresh, thoughtful, and ridiculously good. The bread was perfect, the cheeses were rich and flavorful, and the fig spread with the baguette deserved its own fan club. The drinks absolutely held their own too. The Summer Spritz was crisp and refreshing, while the sangria came in with a polite smile and then quietly reminded me to respect it because wow, it was strong and delicious. Beyond the food and drinks, the whole place has this warm, beautiful French market vibe that feels cozy, elevated, and welcoming all at once. Great atmosphere, amazing flavors, and the kind of spot that makes you start planning your next visit before you've even paid the bill. Highly recommend.

I love Marche we come here all the time whenever we're craving high-quality cheese. I love the…read moreFrench fromagerie vibe. They have so many different cheese options and new ones every time we come here. Don't be afraid to ask for samples if you're unsure! They'll gladly cut you a tiny piece to try. We love to buy the cheese to take and create our own charcuterie board at home, but we've also gotten theirs at the store to eat. You can pick 4 cheeses or meat for $20. They also sell everything else you might need to create a charcuterie board, like wine, jams, chocolate, bread, and crackers. I still need to try one of their sandwiches.

So many great choices for bulk food, candy, spices, and tea/coffee…read more Tuesdays are the best times for senior citizens. There's 10% off for seniors. The same gentleman is there to answer questions and ring up purchases. The outside says home economist, but don't be fooled by the old sign.

A nice variety of items in this store. I like to buy my spices here, and I always end up buying…read moretheir chocolate covered pecans. Sometimes I also buy my noodles here, since you can buy only the amount you want. I will also pick up some candy for my grandchildren here, since you can buy as much or as little as you want. And they have lots of interesting things to buy.

Let's just say I won the potluck with this beautiful seafood platter. Thank you for putting it…read moretogether so quickly! It was perfect and such a treat!!

I just visited Coastal Bay Seafoods for the first time and will absolutely be back!…read more I picked up a big piece of cod, some oishii shrimp, smoked whitefish & salmon dips, homemade salmon wellingtons to bake at home and a shrimp Caesar salad for lunch. All of this was just over $100 and they were super nice and helpful too. She also showed me this beautiful piece of tuna that had just arrived - definitely will get some of that next time. Check them out!

Awesome lunch specials Tuesday & Thursdays, the food is great and the people are always quick to…read morehelp with service, store is always clean and in the summer the tables out side are nice and clean as well

The To-Go Food really is amazing! I always get the spring salad with candied pecans and…read morestrawberries.... so good. They also started to sell freshly made hot lunch outside the store in the summer. The Greek Gyros style wrap I got today was awesome! Well done guys!

This is such a great wine and charcuterie spot in downtown Downers Grove! The charcuterie boards…read moreare delicious and honestly really reasonable priced. We got to choose seven items between meat and cheeses for $25 plus you get to pick three accessories like nuts, jam, mustard, fruit, olives etc. All of the options we chose were delicious! And served with both a garlic bread and rice crackers. They have an extensive wine list and a lot of food options as well. After our charcuterie we enjoyed the white pizza- GF FRIENDLY! All the crusts are cauliflower crust, and I am not GF so while I wouldn't have picked this normally, it was SOOO yummy. I wouldn't have even known it was cauliflower crust! The flavors were great too. We also had a super tasty grilled cheese with bacon and the star... jalapeno jam! Loved it all and can't wait to come back on a future date night!

This spot is such a vibe - the ambiance is fantastic, and would be the perfect spot for a chill…read morenight with my girlfriends or a cozy date night with my husband. However, the outside seating near the street can be SO buggy (we were being eaten alive) and service is super slow and inconsistent. Tables take a long time to be cleared after parties leave, so my guess is they just don't have enough staff on the schedule to keep up. I've ordered a charcuterie board here once, and the selection was awesome. There's a lot of potential here if you are patient, order a full bottle of wine (rather than by the glass to avoid waiting forever for your waiter between rounds) and if you bring your own bug spray if you sit outside.