I was in the Plainfield, IL area for business and came across Capri Sogno, which turned out to be a…read moreGREAT find! Cold and rainy night that screamed comfort food and their linguine and clams hit the mark. I started with the obligatory Caesar salad, which was great, followed by the pasta and it was perfect. I did make one modification...I like a spicy red sauce so I subbed that over the traditional white wine sauce and it was awesome. Didn't have a drink but sat at the bar as I was dining alone and chatted with the bartender who was great, and I have to give a shout out to the server who stopped by and put the idea of the spicy red sauce in my head. Thanks Capri team...Great dinner in a great restaurant in what looked like a cool downtown area of Plainfield. A definite win and this would be on a rotation if I lived in the area!

Here's a polished Yelp-style review based on what you shared--natural, enthusiastic, and 5-star…read moreworthy: Capri absolutely deserves 5 stars. Everything about our experience was fantastic. The food was incredibly delicious, especially the seafood. I had the octopus and grilled calamari, and both were cooked perfectly and full of flavor. I also had a cocktail that was excellent. The service really stood out -- the staff was friendly, attentive, and everything came out very timely. The atmosphere is nice and intimate, which made it perfect for a relaxed evening out. On top of that, it's not overly pricey for the quality you get, and the desserts were truly to die for. I would definitely recommend Capri and can't wait to go back!

I have never done a review, but every time I leave this place I say I have to let people know about…read morethis gem. I have eaten here 3 times in the last 6 months and have not had a bad meal yet. More importantly the owner and staff have gone above and beyond every time. I ordered the special, Chilean Sea Bass, during Lent. The owner was not happy with the portion size that came out. That's right, the owner, not me. He was so nice about it and made it a point to make it right. The meatball appetizer is amazing!!!! Great food, great service, and great atmosphere!!!!

There are still genuinely good people in this world, and this restaurant proved that in the most…read moremeaningful way. When my friend was going through one of the hardest battles of their life with cancer, this incredible team stepped up without hesitation and donated food to help during such a difficult time. Their kindness went far beyond a meal -- it brought comfort, relief, and a reminder that compassion still exists. In a world where small acts of generosity can mean everything, what they did will never be forgotten. Not only is the food amazing, but the people behind this restaurant have hearts just as incredible as their menu. Supporting businesses like this matters. Thank you for treating my friend with dignity, care, and kindness when they needed it most. We are forever grateful.

Just had my daughters bridal shower here. It was perfect! The servers, the people and the food was…read moreeverything we expected. We are customers at Vai's regularly. We have never been disappointed!

My girlfriend Diane and I have been coming to Vai's Italian Inspired Kitchen + Bar since we first…read morestarted dating in September of 2023, and somehow this place continues to exceed expectations every single time. Tonight felt especially memorable and worthy of a proper review. We usually avoid Friday nights because Vai's is almost always packed... and after tonight, it became crystal clear why. Diane and I were craving a standout meal, a little comfort, and a relaxing evening together. What we received was far beyond dinner service. We were treated like valued regulars and genuinely welcomed from the moment we arrived. Pete, who I believe is the manager, recognized us immediately and encouraged us to put our name on the waiting list despite the crowd. I'm grateful he did. While we waited, we sat outside near the fire on a cool evening, which added another layer of warmth and ambiance to an already inviting atmosphere. Within minutes, Pete came outside personally to let us know two seats had opened at the bar. That level of attentiveness matters. As soon as we walked in, Eliot and Mallory greeted us with smiles and authentic positive energy. Not forced. Not transactional. Genuine. They made us feel appreciated simply for being there. Even on one of the busiest nights imaginable, they engaged with guests with the same warmth and attentiveness we've experienced during quieter weekday visits. In the background, Morgan was crafting cocktails with precision while still finding time for a familiar nod that quietly says, "Good to see you again." That kind of hospitality cannot be faked. We ordered our favorite dish, the Lobster & Shrimp Rigatoni and once again it was exceptional. Rich, consistent, perfectly prepared, and easily one of the best dishes in Naperville. Without us even asking, the kitchen thoughtfully split the entrée onto two plates. That small gesture perfectly captures what makes Vai's special... attention to detail seems woven into everything they do. From the fire outside to the flowers inside, from the cocktails to the consistency of the food, Vai's creates an atmosphere that feels welcoming, polished, and sincere all at once. Authenticity and respect seem embedded in the culture there. Tonight was a standout evening for us, and I'm genuinely glad we decided to stay despite the crowd. Pete, Eliot, Mallory, Morgan, and the entire staff - thank you for reminding us what great hospitality looks like. Outstanding indeed.

Abby is a great server! good food too! We had a great time at Barrel and Vine. Will come backread more

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.

Have eaten here a few times and will likely eat again when in the area. They can get pretty busy so…read moreat peak times you might want to get a reservation unless you're not in a hurry. It is spacious so wait times haven't been too much in my experience. It is in a very active strip mall near the Naperville AMC 16. It's a comfortable setting suitable for dates or for a family dinner. There's outdoor dining available weather permitting. Got the dates wrapped in bacon which are sweet and savory treats. Also got the stuffed mushrooms which were tasty. The French onion soup is a little different from others I've had but its nice. They made pizzas that are between a small and medium so depending on appetite it might be something you share on a date or small group or if you're hungry shoot your shot on your own. The supreme is very flavorful but can be a bit salty. The pepperoni pizza is solid. In other trips I've had their lumpy crab cakes, fried ravioli, and bruschetta (classico, mushrooms, and fig & apple which is especially nice). Their salads were fresh and crisp I've had the Mediterranean and the wedges. Other mains I've particularly enjoyed are short rib ravioli, lasagna colognes, scallops risotto, and butternut squash ravioli. All pretty delicious. The servers are friendly and help with recommendations if you can't make up your mind. Desserts creme brulee or key lime pie. They also have a banana pudding that's quite nice. Some items are monthly so keep in mind if something you especially liked was on the regular menu or just in rotation. Also, I've been here with vegans and they were able to order meals that left them satisfied so I think there's a lot to offer for a variety of folks. Enjoy.

Not bad, I've been to another of the chain. I tried: -…read moreBruschetta Sampler - Chicken & Sausage Vesuvio Again, overall it was pretty decent. Nothing stood out to me but nothing for me to complain about. Good for families.

Came here for dinner, service was fast and friendly!…read more My son had the pizza kids meal. The size was perfect with plenty of leftovers. I had the lemon chicken pasta. I thought it would be creamier. It had a very tangy lemon sauce with angel hair pasta. The chicken was broiled. It was just ok, I wouldn't get it again. I ordered a Caesar salad on the side for a small up-charge. It was great and big enough that I brought some home.

We went for dinner yesterday. (a Saturday night). It wasnt busy which isn't usually a good sign and…read morewe should have left then. Bruschetta app was good. I had linguine with white clam sauce and it was good but I wouldn't go back for it. DH ordered the Saturday special prime rib. He ordered it cooked medium and it was served rare. DD ordered pasta with vodka sauce and add shrimp for $$. Shrimp still had tails on it, one of them was actually cold and she said they had a weird taste so she ate none of them. (she is an adult and has eaten lots of shrimp in her life). Too much sauce on the pastas. DD #2 had cheese ravioli with marinara and again a boatload of sauce but she liked her ravioli. For the poor quality of the food and cost we won't be back.

Probably have walked out of one or two places ever but this was one. Walked in on a Friday…read moreevening...only 6 tables full. Promptly seated but then just ignored for 20 minutes. Waitress just said...well I am the only one here. Never seen a staff so specialized. One person only seats people... only 6 tables had customers. One person only cleans tables and cleaned one table during the entire time we were there. Manager or owners behind the bar just entertaining those customers and couldn't care less about the rest of the operation. To the point that our waitress...the only one there- even had to serve their food at the bar while the manager is standing in front of them entire 20.minutes joking and laughing. Wanted to give this place a try but clearly they didn't care if we did. Writing this as we are well serviced sitting on a patio at Craft'd. Not surprised to see this place packed and the other empty. No apology. Just well I am the only one here.

Well, here we go again. My wife and I visited this pizza joint on a Friday night during the holiday…read moreand they were closed at 4:30 in the evening. I wrote a review about it and management responded stating they gave the employees the night off for the holiday. Okay, no problem. I took down my review. My wife and I went again on Friday the 30th at 4:30 and they were closed again!! What the heck?? There was a sign in the window that they had a "private party". BS! The place was dead, chairs were turned up and all the lights were off. My wife spoke with a friend who said this "happens a lot with this establishment". So, perhaps Pauly can change the Friday Hours listing on the window to: Maybe We'll be Open. We see no reason to make any additional attempts to dine at this restaurant.

Absolutely Incredible! Forno is incredible -- everything…read moretastes so fresh, and the service is top-notch! The pizza dough is hand-tossed and fire-baked to perfection -- you can taste the craftsmanship in every bite. The burrata, prosciutto, and fig jam combo was to die for -- creamy, sweet, and savory all at once. We also tried the sausage and peppers and meatball appetizers, and both were unbelievably flavorful and comforting. If you're looking for authentic, high-quality Italian dishes with amazing flavor and presentation, Forno is a must-visit!

Pizzas are very good. There are two types of wood fired crust, one is more crispy and the other is…read moremore New York style. The restaurant is kind of small not for large parties and the chairs & tables are high back so it may present an issue if you have mobility problems but overall I'm looking forward to trying them again. Also, the waitress was very good and the pizzas come out fast.

Lobster bisque was great very rich so good that I had to get extra bread to clean the bowl…read moreRibeye was great as you would expect NewYork stip was too lean was not as good as the Ribeye

Duroc a Tomahawk Pork chop was first overcooked and dry. They refired my order and the second time…read moreit came out raw. Then they fired it to try and get it to correct internal temperature and brought it back still raw. Asked for the check leave after that as my wife had already received her meal and was done. Peeked in the kitchen and not a single cook had a thermopen required by DuPage County health code. I wouldn't trust their cooks ability or experience ever! Du Page County Health department should inspect their kitchen!

Brings back the days when restaurants were places where family, friends and neighbors could all…read morehang out without the drama. Great food, wonderful people and an amazing atmosphere.

Friendly service nice beer selection and the lasagna was lots of cheese and sauce and tasty…read more I asked to be wheaten in a quieter section of restaurant and they were happy to do it. Which is great .