Farm Bar is legit! Both times I've been - for brunch and dinner - I was able to snag seats at the bar. I love sitting at the bar because you always get great service! Most recently when I went, the bartender was often distracted or just so busy we didn't get a lot of attention, but we got what we needed so it was fine, just nothing special. Their mac n cheese was for sure the highlight of the meal. It's gooey and delish, and love the crispy cheese on top! It's got a peppery kick, too! read more

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I wish I could do 3.5. I've had mixed experiences here. The fried chicken sandwich is insane (good). And the carrot cake slice is also the best I've had in my life. I think one time I also asked if they had iced coffee or tea or something and they made it for me. But the last time I went was also weird bc between my server and a bus boy they asked me if I was done eating and tried to take my plate about 20 times and back to back to the point that I physically crouched over it to indicate I wasn't done. And if you're asking if it was closed - it wasn't there was a bunch of people still there and at the bar and I asked when they closed just in case. read more

Amazingly consistent. I've been a fan of Farm Bar since it opened up years ago in Chicago. A restaurant specializing in Farm-to-Table style and you can really taste the freshness in their ingredients. Came in with a pretty big appetite so got two apps: Beet Salad and, of course, their phenomenal Wisconsin Cheese Curds. Both of them hit but I just have to say something extra about these cheese curds. I've had a lot of fried cheese curds in Chicago and they all just tasted and even looked like mozzarella bits. A big disappointment. But these are so different. They are unique in flavor and the tempura batter is just right. They are definitely a head above the rest. These right here are the gold standard of cheese curds in my book. The beet salad was incredibly refreshing accompanied by a yogurt sauce and pepita seeds which gave it a great added texture and flavor. For my main I decided on their fan favorite Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich and after the first bite I knew exactly why it was a fan favorite. A generous portion of breaded chicken breast fried to a perfect crisp! I'm so glad this place exists! Farm Bar I definitely a favorite of mine. Amazing fresh food served with great service...10/10 read more

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Although the rooftop seating was not available, we got a window seat which made for good natural lighting for food pics! The Dutch Baby was new for me! Luckily I stole a bite from my friend. I enjoyed the chicken n biscuits! I really love the patterns and colors of the drinking glasses and plates. The coffee was perfect... I really needed that morning pick me up. Our server was great! read more

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This place is great. They always have super fresh and great dishes, and the cocktails are on point. The owner always seems to be around and is very attentive and friendly. The atmosphere is dark and romantic, and I love that you can pretty much always find a spot even on weekends. Their version of Cacio e Pepe is delicious. I also really like their beets. Sitting at the bar was a fun experience and let us check out the whole space. My girlfriend had the Michigan burger with goat cheese and sour cherry jam. She really liked it! We'll be back. read more

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Loved everything about this spot! Decor was cool.. my husband had way too much fun with the tractors on the bar! Service was super friendly, especially the bartender Will, who gave us excellent suggestions on both food and drinks. For drinks we tried the brown dog old fashioned, garden of eden, the Phoenix, and sweet chai-ld of mine. My favorite was the Phoenix, but all of them were well- balanced and delicious! For food we ordered the mushroom bruschetta, salmon, and pork chop. All were excellent, but the standout was the mushroom toast... we would return for that alone! We had their new JohnnyMac cider to pair with the pork chop and highly recommend the combo. The cider is nice and dry and goes very well with the savoriness of the pork. For dessert we tried the s'mores bread pudding and butterscotch budino, which made a great end to a great meal! read more

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Came here for a random, casual Sunday brunch and sat at the bar. Sat down and first ordered cocktails with a side of cheese curds. The cocktails were delicious and so were the curds. After a few more cocktails, From the brunch menu, we ordered the burger and chicken and biscuits.... The gravy was amazing! The bartender was attentive. read more

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what a cute festive brunch spot! I met up with a couple of friends and I was greeted by Mrs. Clause who have been going around the tables to talk to the kids. The food potion was big, prices were reasonable but the food was on the saltier side. There's plenty of street parking around the area! read more

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Lunched here, with wife and daughter, for the first time. Farm Bar - Ravenswood is a svelte, metropolitan bar/eatery with a comfortable, yet somewhat upscale vibe, an attractive bar area and an extremely appealing rooftop dining balcony. Service was welcoming and efficient. The menu and drink options were focused and well suited to the farm to table theme. I had a chicken Caesar wrap with side salad (very good) and my daughter had the signature chicken and biscuits with gravy. Sumptuous and much more than she could eat! Prices are at the high end of the median range, but quality is quite high. Farm Bar - Ravenswood is highly recommended! read more

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Came in on a busy Saturday night and got seated right away, really really appreciated the effort to get us in despite not having a reservation and it was clear it was busy! The cheese curds were GREAT, highly recommend. I had a chicken Caesar which was solid, nothing spectacular but very tasty and fresh. I had a spritz as well which was refreshing and felt worth the price! Vibe in there was very cool, not too fancy but not so casual that it didn't feel appropriate for a special occasion. Fantastic evening and fantastic service! read more

Service was friendly and ambiance was modern and nice. I got the huevos rancheros skillet which was okay. My main complaint was how hot it was temperature-wise. Everyone at my table was done eating by the time my food was cool enough to eat. I guess it's probably because of the skillet itself. Next time, I'd order the French toast. A friend got it and it looked delicious! read more

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Farm-Bar Ravenswood is just okay. THE SERVICE: Service was quick and our server was friendly, informative, and attentive. THE AMBIANCE: My friend and I wanted to chat on the rooftop but I didn't realize the rooftop had a completely (not as good) menu as Farm Bar so we had to go back to the ground level to eat. The inside of Farm Bar is just average, if not a little dark. Not a place I would want to stay a long time at. Now, the rooftop is a different story! THE DRINKS: I am a red wine type of girl and decided to try the cider sangria. It was fine but not something I'd get again. I would definitely return to try The Phoenix (because it looked cool and I love tequila!) THE FOOD: We tried the zucchini blossoms for an appetizer. There were only 3 for $9 which I thought was a waste of money. I had been eyeing the duck from the menu the day before and while I was torn between that and a few other dishes, I decided to go with the duck since it was also the special. Unfortunately, I regretted that decision. It was not tasty. There wasn't a balanced flavor profile and the sauce didn't taste good either. Thankfully, my friend shared his dish; the salmon. The salmon was the right choice; it came with a creamy dill risotto that was delicious. So I recommend ordering the salmon and passing on the duck. read more

Great food and experience. It was a busy Saturday night, nonetheless it didn't feel like it was helpful to have reservations because we waited 15 minutes before an open table. Nice neighborhood feel, and delicious food. The French kitchen provided for a nice open setting while watching the cooks orchestrate the orders. At least not on this busy night, it's not an intimate setting as they pack the room. Staff were all in sync, and professional and courteous. No surprise their cheese curds are a number one seller, as they were indeed delicious. Less naughty, their number two for appetizers are the carrots, which look amazing, as do all their appetizers. The mushroom entree was really deliciously layered and my wife was thoroughly happy with her farmers steak, both beautifully presented. All the desserts look inviting, however we chose a newer addition, honey and black walnut ice cream. It was a winner, made with no stranger to their menu, Wisconsin BDF honey. Outside of the appetizers, there is only one option for vegetarians on their dinner table, but everything is delicious. read more

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We had an early dinner here with the kids, it was quiet, service was great and the food was excellent. I'd recommend the pot roast if you want something savory. The kids burger was excellent (I tried a bite)! Thus I can assume the adult burger to be amazing as well. I'm going to try it next time. Check out was easy, just scan a QR code and pay digitally. Great experience end to end. read more

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Had one of the best dinners in a while here!! A million thanks to our server Jenny! She recommended the potatoes and Kansas City strip. Words cannot describe how incredible they were!! We also got the cucumber salad and roasted carrots. Both amazing! We ordered a bottle of red wine that paired lovely with the meal! Place was busy but one was able to still have table conversation! Service was fast! read more

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This place is very good. It's a ridiculous achievement. How good this restaurant is. But I don't know. I feel like when I go there I spend more than I should.... That being said it's excellent which is shocking because the same owners also own that rooftop bar which by comparison is terrible. I don't understand how this place can be so good while it's affiliated restaurant on the roof is so bad. But yeah, farm bar itself is excellent. read more

I remember this place being better the first time. We sat at the bar later in the evening and our bartender was friendly but service was so slow. She was also tending to tables throughout the restaurant. The cowboy burger was a slagel farms patty so there was flavor but it wasn't cooked to temp. The house salad had a really yummy dressing but the chicken was bland and strange looking. Overall not rushing to go back which is sad because this place is in a great location so close to us! read more

I haven't been here since it was Fountainhead (a very long time), but so glad we popped in! The menu was limited because we were there at a random in between time, but the pumpkin hummus, the salad and the burger were all fantastic. Service was friendly, knowledgeable and quick, and the table was cozy. Will definitely be back! read more

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Stopped in after my nail appointment after my nail tech recommended it when I told her I was looking for a good brunch spot that offered good mimosas as well. What's brunch without a mimosa right? Parking wasn't as issue although you need to pay the meter. It was crowed at noon. Good sign. I was able to get a seat at the bar. Ordered the green apple salad, side of roasted red potatoes and a grapefruit mimosa. Food came fresh and fast. Green apple salad was delicious!! Comes with fresh large green apple slices that I love, pumpkin sears with big juicy cranberries tossed in an apple vinaigrette salad dressing. I almost licked my plate it was so good. Vibe was chill, they play nice music. Price point comparable to others. I hear they have a couple locations. I will be back when I'm in the area to get my nails done. I recommend. read more

I ordered biscuits & gravy. I didn't want chicken with that. My mom from Eastern Kentucky never served chicken with that. * This is the best biscuits & gravy in Chicagoland. I'm serious. Our server was excellent. The staff t-shirt says EIEIO on the back. That killed me. Farm Bar is fabulous. And it's just a block or so away from Hazel, which is the best store in Chicago. West Montrose used to be bare. It is now slaying in almost every category. When friends come to town, take them to Farm Bar for biscuits & gravy. Best brunch ever. read more

We came here for dinner on Saturday with another couple for a 6:30pm reservation. Upon arrival, the space is very cute and moody although gets loud during peak meal hours. I saw they have a cute roof patio for summer months! Our servers were really nice and our dishes were cleared away quickly so that was a plus. My main issue was the food. The pumpkin hummus and roasted carrots were okay, but entree wise my husband and I shared the braised short rib and the farmers steak. The braised short rib was tough and overcooked and the Spaetzle were cooked well but didn't have a lot of flavor. It really could have used some more butter, salt, and pepper! The farmers steak was cooked better, but had fat/gristle pieces on both ends so I didn't eat much of that either. The best thing to order here are the veggies: the farmers steak roasted cabbage & maitake mushrooms, and the roasted cipollini onions were the best things on both plates. My friend did share a bite of her pan seared maitake mushrooms - that dish was delicious and I was jealous I didn't order that one! Cocktails wise the Bees Knees was the best. I tried a sip of some of the others cocktails and some were a little watery tasting. Wine was also just okay in my opinion. Honestly had a great time with the company we ate with, but I don't think I'll be back to this restaurant. read more

Not a Chicago native, but I come often to visit family. I do remember what Farm Bar used to be, but that will be a distant memory now that this restaurant and its great staff are here. It was a cold and rainy night that we ventured out.... 3 kids, grandma in tow... there was 7 of us. My sister made a reservation so the table was ready when we arrived. Our server Corrine was very attentive and also made great recommendations (pairings) for dishes and cocktails. I ended up going with the pork chop... it was ginormous and delicious. Corrine recommended a wine to go with the pork and it made it that much more tasty! Great specials, they source local (the pork chop came with apples sourced from a local farm). My only complaint is that my body couldn't try more dishes. They had some strong mushroom-forward specials that I wanted to try as well, but I'm sure we will be back to have great service and good food! read more

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Dined in at Farm Bar Ravenswood and left pretty disappointed. The prices are very high for the quality -- the food was below average at best. We ordered cocktails and they arrived in about 30 seconds, which made them feel premade rather than freshly made. Overall, it didn't feel worth the cost and we wouldn't return. read more

Wooh! What a great addition to the Ravenswood neighborhood that's easily accessible. There is paid street parking or it's fairly accessible by the Brown Line. A friend and I went here for dinner and we definitely recommend making a reservation, otherwise you'll be waiting for such great food. One thing about this restaurant is that it's very tight knit and you're practically sitting on top of each other. When it comes to folk who have different physical ability levels or are of different sizes, I'm concerned about their abilities to sit comfortably in this restaurant. Our server was very knowledgable about cocktail and drink pairings with our food choices. I went with a cider and my friend had a cocktail (I can't remember the name) that was also very tasty. I'm pretty sure I could eat a gallon of those cheese curds and will make sure I order them every time I'm here. If you don't get them, you'll regret it! I chose the porkchop and was so impressed with the quality of the meat and its balanced flavor! Porkchops are tough to not make dry, but wow Farm Bar did a great job of making it just right. The pairing with the apple slaw and potatoes also enhances the flavor and textures of the food. I was also impressed with the portions for the prices of the food. Service was quick between ordering and getting our food. Hoping that there's an opportunity or two to sit outdoors to have a bit more breathing room when I'm back. I can't wait to try more of the menu and drinks! read more

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Solid brunch option, and they take reservations to boot! Came here with a friend and we both enjoyed our food. Split the cheese curds as an appetizer-yum. The breading was very light; lighter than most cheese curds but I really like it that way so I enjoyed them. We both got the smokey croque for our meal. It's a looooooot of food but quite delicious. The potatoes that come with it were very good too-kind of heavy with such a heavy sandwich but flavored well. I also like the little salad that came with it. It was a nice touch of fresh for such a heavy, rich sandwich. Our server was great, attentive without hovering, and gave us recommendations on both food and drink. I tried the spiced cider to start (very good, but the garnish made it hard to drink, lol), and then tried one of their beer. My friend had two beers as well. The one downside: it is tight in there! We had a table for 2, and it was very small. I was also sitting 'out' in the aisle, and people kept bumping into my chair as they walked past (and I had my chair pulled in as far as it could go). Not a huge deal, but it was a little distracting in an otherwise great meal. read more

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Farm Bar has an excellent seasonal menu of fresh-farmed.ingredients. The pumpkin hummus was amazing, and the salmon entrée also had a warm Autumn flair, with sweet potatoes and brussel sprouts alongside the perfectly cooked and healthy portion of salmon. The service was great. Olivia, our primary server (seems to be a team concept of service) did a great job balancing attentiveness with giving us space to enjoy the food. My only "ding" on the place is that the tables are a bit too close together. But hey, it's fine if you're open to making new friends at dinner. Lol. Go here. You'll love it! read more

Had the Sirloin Tips - in a word awful! Overcooked, leathery and dry. Not worth the $30 price. Would not go back..

I thought I was going to really like this place. It's cute as hell. And in a great neighborhood. We were off to a good start, being seated right away after arriving early for our Sunday brunch reservation. The water glasses were pretty. We opted out of cocktails since we were walking over to the Koval tasting room next. Coffee was so-so. Could have been hotter. I'd like to comment on the cheese curds but since we never received our order, I have no idea what they might have been like. We ordered them and then ordered entrees a few minutes later, and then the server was MIA for over 20 minutes. Not slammed. Just wandering around and not checking in. Then the entrees arrived. There were not a ton of options, as we were informed that they were only serving from the brunch menu and not the lunch menu. Which at 1pm was a bit of a disappointment. Shaksuka was okay. Not much flavor apart from the goat cheese. The chicken sandwich was "about as good as Popeyes" I was told, which is pretty great, but also much more expensive. We are big appetizer people and would have ordered more of them if there had been a single thing that looked shareable on the brunch menu. Presumably, some of them would have shown up at our table. The server comped our beverages to make up for the no-show appetizer. Which was nice. I'd just rather not end up in the scenario where things have to get comped. read more

I'm growing tired of Chicago thinking it has good food when I could get a better burger at 5 guys. Y'all do you. But, if you are one who recognizes that Chicago is NOT the foodie paradise it imagines itself to be, don't make the mistake of thinking that this place is going to be the exception. It's trash. Good service. Cute joint. Bad food. read more

Ordered from the Restaurant Week menu and it was one of the better meals I've had in a while! The Winter Apple Salad and Salmon entree were incredible. Also it comes with cheese curds for an app and choice of dessert. Can't go wrong with either of those. This place is always consistent and uses quality ingredients. Never disappointed! read more

wonderful food and service. 3% cost of business fee added PLUS $.99 platform fee to pay on your phone like they want you to. I don't care for this business model. I mean really. and you can't get a physical menu, so you spend your first part of the experience on your phones. junky style. read more

Cocktails & starters: 5/5 Entrees: 4/5 Great cocktails: we ordered the Garden of Eden and The Phoenix. The starters were the highlight: Challah bread w/ cultured butter and roasted carrots. The roasted carrots were part of a salad that was citrusy with a nutty sunflower flavoring and were the best thing I ordered all night. For entrees, the north Rod salmon was excellent with a lovely miso brine. The maitake mushroom was very pungent and the puree and the glaze didn't come through very well. We got chicken on the side which was dry. It was 7PM on a Tuesday and the place wasn't very full, but they were sold out of the Qatar roasted chicken which we were very excited about. When I arrived, the seat did have food scraps on it and wasn't wiped. But otherwise, our server was lovely and so was the ambience ambience. A bit pricey, but will be back for the chicken! read more

The staff is extremely inattentive and rude - especially the greeters. I couldn't figure out why but our table was ignored and when the server finally came around they acted like our presence was more of a burden than a job they were there to do. read more

This review is regarding the outstanding bartender a girlfriend and I had last Wednesday for Happy Hour. Wish I had gotten his name - the receipt only says PM-B. (We talked a little bit about how he had lived in Miami for a while and various other cities.) Wanted to let him know that we appreciated the great service. And if you're visiting Farm Bar, get the beat/strawberry and fried mushroom appetizers. read more

Disappointed in the food: Barely any mashed potatoes on the plate the ratio of meat loaf to mashed not proportionate. I had to order a side of mash to finish the rest of the meatloaf. The description is misleading.. the tomato glaze was literally ketchup with no elevation. Potato crumble was just potato chip crumbs. Atmosphere and Service were good. read more

9.75/10 - a near perfect experience. It was too dark in there and our candle kept burning out. Otherwise, we were seated by the exact time of our reservation. Our server was perfect; Informative, friendly and attentive, she came by just enough times to check on us. (In other words, she didn't ignore us or hover) I had the Farm Salad and added salmon. The vegetables were very fresh, very good and the salmon was also tasty. We ended up sharing a mango sorbet for dessert. It really was the right serving for 2 people. TL;DR: great food and experience and a reasonable price point. Will be back. read more

Food and service were excellent. Grilled cabbage, outstanding. As were the salad, steak frites and chicken entree. Could use an upgrade on the wines by the glass. Better wines should be available at their price point. read more

One of my favorite restaurants opened a second location in Ravenswood...I'm so happy!! I've visited the space when it was Land & Lake, and while I loved the rooftop, the food was lackluster. Knowing Farm Bar (and their delicious menu) was taking over, I was super excited! We came on a Saturday afternoon for the brunch/lunch menu. We were greeted by the owner who was absolutely wonderful. You can tell he's very proud of the new space and the design -- as he should be! It looks beautiful. The food and service was usual Farm Bar quality. We started with the cheese curds (our favorite) and I ordered the BLT. The bacon was cut thick and cooked perfectly. The tomatoes which fresh and sliced thick. The potatoes on the sides were excellent too. Excited to come back for the dinner menu and check out the patio when it opens this summer! read more

Farm bar Ravenswood is the new restaurants that is from the proprietors of the former Evanston restaurants of Farmhouse and Thomas and Dutch, which I was a really big fan of. We got to go right before the new year and really liked the food there! The owner was stopping by asking how our evening was and was happy to know that Farm Bar is going to take inspiration from the Thomas and Dutch menus. make sure you get the cheese curds to start and share. I really liked Smashburger/ burger and fries. This retail location has turned over on other restaurants, so hoping this one is here to stay! Great atmosphere! #farmtotable #ravenswood #chicago read more

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Had dinner here last night and the roasted cabbage, with steak, was a great entree. The cabbage tasted wonderful. The service was good. The seating was awkward. We had a choice of being squeezed into a row of tables that were full or a random two top near the bathroom, hidden behind a wall. Very awkward. Just put us in a booth. They also still have QR codes which make me cray. You don't order on it but you can use it to pay your bill. Just give me a menu. read more