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    4.0 (48 reviews)
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    Jemyra I.

    Tried FARe for lunch and wasn't sure what to order, so I went with the smoky chicken plate. Overall, it was very healthy and still had decent flavor. The chicken and sweet potatoes were definitely the highlight. The mac and cheese was okay, not bad just nothing special. I'd probably give them another try to explore more of the menu.

    Reshma A.

    I was pleasantly surprised by FARE. It's surprisingly filling and really satisfying. The portion sizes are great, and everything I've tried has been consistently flavorful. The mac and cheese and the sweet potatoes are standouts and a must for me every time. The salmon size the one time I got it could be a little bigger, but it was still good. but it was still good. Definitely a solid go-to when you want something filling and satisfying.

    What is not pictured is my missing pesto sauce, cornbread muffin, and expensive Mac and cheese.
    Hellene D.

    Honestly not the greatest first experience. I ordered create your own bowl with spinach and romaine as the base, elote and sweet and sour cucumbers as my sides, tofu as my protein, and added an additional side of green goddess slaw to the bowl. I chose pesto as my sauce and added an additional spicy red pepper sauce. Separately, I also ordered Mac and cheese and a side of guacamole. So what I got did not entail my original requested sauce(pestoi) or the Mac and cheese, which kind of was a big deal as I wanted to get the protein from the cheese. Big fail right there. It got worse as I saw the portions: the $4 tofu was so small, about 3 by 2 inches and the guacamole was in a tiny 2 ounce cup for over $3! The taste of the food was enh. The miso tofu tasted nothing like miso, the green goddess slaw did not taste like it had any green goddess dressing, and the sweet and sour cucumbers had no taste at all.I attempted to season it with the only sauce I had obtained, my secondary pick, and even then it wasn't the greatest. Perhaps if I had my ordered pesto it would have helped? I cannot say anything about the Mac and Cheese or pesto, BECAUSE I DID NOT RECEIVE THEM! I had high hopes, but left disappointed and still hungry.

    Make Craft Your Own Bowl

    Really wanted to love this place! Went here for a work lunch with coworkers and did not have the best experience. The wrong meat was placed onto my bowl and then taken off and then put back in the bin for other people instead of being tossed out after I said something. The salmon in my bowl also had multiple bones in it which are shown in the photo. The ingredients were good and fresh, but don't think I'll be going back since it was rather small and over $20 for the bowl & experience.

    Smoky Chicken bowl
    Tina L.

    Amazing 11/10 spot for a healthy fast-casual lunch. I got the smoky chicken bowl and it did not disappoint. The ingredients are so fresh and perfectly prepared. The portion sizes are big enough for 2 meals too! Pro tip: if you download their app, you get $5 off your first order. I will definitely be back to try more bowls and their breakfast items!

    Karen V.

    A win for the corporate girlies. It's one of those spots where you can grab something nourishing without it feeling heavy or boring. I went for a customized bowl to get the nutrients that I need for a busy day ahead. The vibe inside is calm with wooden tones.

    Egg Sandwich
    Denise M.

    Great little spot to pick to coffee and breakfast. The egg sandwich with caramelized onions is delicious. Service is super fast.

    Lexi J.

    My third or fourth time here. I usually head over when I'm getting off my train. Women owned, small business coffee shop. I try to avoid the mermaid if I can and support local. Great breakfast menu, canned drinks, and coffee/teas. The avocado toast is amazing, and they have a scrambled egg bowl that I have yet to try. Cookies are phenomenal, and they sell artisan goods as well.

    Turkey Meatball Plate

    NEED TO WORK ON QUALITY CONTROL. I love the food from Fare. Great flavor, and so many unique options. However, every time I order the build your own plate, I do not receive the corn muffin that is advertised to come with the meal. Some locations do include the muffin while others don't. If I am paying $20 for one meal, I should receive every part of the meal. Further, sometimes the sauce with the plate is on the side (as it should be) and sometimes it has been placed on the food. This is an issue with the plate specifically because I am not wanting the sauce on some of my sides (for example, I do not want ranch in my mac and cheese or cinnamon squash). Lastly, I tried the cinnamon squash with walnuts today and there are no walnuts in the mix. I am deeply disappointed with the quality control and the inconsistency will prevent me from returning in the future.

    Double Salmon. Double Chicken. Guacamole.
    GiGi D.

    Could NOT have asked for a better lunch! WOW oh wow! Sure the photos I am sharing with this review look like dog vomit, but don't you dare judge a book by its cover because this food was PHENOMENAL! Clean, healthy and FLAVORFUL!!! It was just perfect and I am honestly SAD I don't have a location near where I live in Georgia! What I love aside from the taste (I'll dream about this place, I swear) is... That they are truly invested in using HEALTHFUL ingredients... No seed oils in sight! Thank you FARE FOOD for feeding me so well!

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    we went in for coffee. horrible coffee. the lattes are pure milk. Starbucks is way better!

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    Arbella - Whipped feta was sooooo good!

    Arbella

    4.4(702 reviews)
    0.8 miRiver North, Near North Side
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    We love Arbella!! Atmosphere inside was great, really large space! We sat at the bar, the…read morebartenders were super friendly and attentive easy to talk to and order from. LOVE the $6 cocktail of the day happy hour (M-F 4-6pm) . Our cocktail of the day was a watermelon lemon drop which was delicious!! Will be coming back next time in Chicago! My local friends new favorite staple bar.

    (Kari's Rating 8.75/10)…read more Came with a friend late on a Friday night after dinner time We were able to be seated almost immediately at a nice little private Cove table. We ordered a flight of whiskey sours, which contained whiskeys from Japan, Vietnam, and Wisconsin. I also was able to order an amaretto sour, which they made with freshly hand beaten egg whites, which was a nice cherry on the top. As far as the whiskey flights go, I think the best one was the Vietnam flight because it had a slightly lemongrass twang and was a little bit lighter than the other two. The heaviest one was the Wisconsin which came with a little bit of a bite at the end, but it still wasn't bad if you're trying to blackout on a $15 budget. I would definitely come back with a larger group this seems like a great place, but is a little bit loud- so if you be prepared to yell or wear earplugs. The bathroom took my a second to find, which should have been intuitive considering it was on the opposite end of where you come in. I blame the lighting as things are already pretty hard to find in the dark, but eventually I made it there-Pat myself on the back.

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    4.3(636 reviews)
    0.9 miRiver North, Near North Side
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    We had such a great dinner at The Franklin Room! The space has a cozy, moody atmosphere that makes…read moreit perfect for a date night or dinner and drinks in River North. We started with the Healthy Habit and Lychee Martini, and for food we tried the Wagyu burger, coconut-marinated steak, and charred broccolini. Everything was delicious, but the burger was definitely one of our favorites. We finished with the Opera Cake for dessert, which was the perfect way to end the meal. Such a great spot if you're looking for somewhere that feels a little tucked away from the busier parts of River North. We'd definitely come back!

    The vibes were nice. Lighting wasn't too bright, a dressier atmosphere, and definitely felt like a…read moregood spot for drinks and dinner. Service was fine. Our server was nice and water refills came at the right times. The burger was honestly pretty mid. It tasted fine, but our server said it was one of the best burgers in Chicago and I definitely wouldn't agree. 5/10. The salmon was tender and had a really interesting crust. It wasn't charred like I expected, almost had a rubbery texture, but I actually enjoyed it. The lemony miso sauce was delicious, the pickled cucumbers added a nice crunch. 7.5/10. The prime bone-in ribeye was fine. Good flavor, but nothing really stood out about it. 6.5/10. Dessert was the highlight of the meal. The chocolate crunch dessert was sooo good. Loved the marshmallow pieces and all the different textures from the crunchy mousse. 8/10. The salted caramel gelato had a great texture, but it was way too sweet for me. It tasted more like straight sugar than salted caramel. 6/10. Overall, a solid last-minute date night spot with good vibes, but the chocolate crunch dessert was definitely the standout.

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    Beatrix - Whipped Feta

    Beatrix

    4.2(2.8k reviews)
    0.8 miNear North Side
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    First morning in town, this was near our hotel, and not busy at 8am on a Saturday. (By the time we…read moreleft around nine it was pretty full.) Bright, open, lots of windows, comfy seating. Varied menu. We started with drinks: Sweetie said the coffee was good, Kid K got strawberry milk (made in house, maybe with fresh strawberries from the taste.) I got root beer milk. I've had it before in a bottle from a store, but never seen it on a menu. Not made in-house, they use Monin coffee syrup, but still good. I wasn't very hungry so I just got brown sugar bacon (very good, but not the best I've had.) And shared with K and Sweetie. Sweetie got hash browns and a fruit cup. Big fruit cup, with fresh berries and a little melon. Kid K got Belgian waffles, with strawberries, vanilla whipped cream, and maple syrup. She ate about half, liked it but it's a big portion for a little kid. I tried some and they were very good. Great music- '80s and '90s hits. Great service, start to finish. Pleasant atmosphere. Good location. I'd go back.

    We were looking for a restaurant to grab dinner before heading to a comedy show and found Beatrix…read moreon Yelp. The location was convenient for our plans, and overall, we had a nice experience. Our server was great,friendly, attentive, and checked in on us throughout the meal. Once we ordered our drinks and food, though, it took quite a while for everything to come out. The food was good, and our server was very helpful and made sure we had everything we needed.

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    4.3(2k reviews)
    0.7 miNear North Side
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    I LOVED my meal here! Ēma (Ay-mah) brings some glamour and glitz to the Mediterranean dining scene,…read morewith an airy, elevated hotel-lobby feel that still doesn't demand a dress code. Dresscode: Smart Casual / Casual Noise Level: Medium (it gets buzzy after 5:30pm) Thursday night Happy Hour was lively, so it took about 10-15 minutes for someone to come around, but service was attentive once we got going. The food is where Ēma really shines. From the Happy Hour menu, the Charred Eggplant Hummus and Crispy Potatoes were generously portioned and great for sharing. On the main menu, the Indian-Mediterranean fusion Bhel Hummus was a party for my taste buds, while the Hot Honey Halloumi and Chicken Kefta rounded out the table nicely. The halloumi is more of a side than a main, but that sweet-and-salty hot honey combo was chef's kiss. For our finisher, the Chocolate Torte knocked us out. Decadent, delicious and chocolate with lots of depth. Overall, Ēma is an excellent spot to order a bunch of dishes for the table and get an elevated meal without feeling stuffy, and delicious without taking itself too seriously. DO's: - Make a reservation ahead, especially for happy hour 4-6pm - Treat apps like small plates, order 2-3 to sample - Entertain their wine list, they have a lot! - Bring vegetarians here, there are plenty of options DON'Ts: - Dismiss the desert menu. It's fantastic and shareable! - Forget to ask for extra pita with the hummus! - Miss out on the LettuceEats loyalty points (check-in with your server before paying your check)

    Came for a late lunch. Split a meal: *Whipped spicy feta -…read moreVery tasty. The pita was warm with lots of za'atar. Enough to share with 2-3 people *Braised short rib sandwich - In a pita stuffed with cabbage. The beef was extremely tender. Unfortunately there was several large pieces of cabbage core vs shredded. The fries were crispy and seasoned with za'atar. The au jus provided, tasted it had a bit of red wine vinegar. That was a winner! Would order both items again. The decor is beautiful. Sat at the bar and the bartender wasn't in the best mood. Minus one star for the combination of the large pieces of cabbage core and sat at the bar for about 15 minutes - no one was there to serve us.

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