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    3.9 (116 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Michelle C.

    This is a great brunch option with a nice ambiance and pretty good food. The 2 eggs with sides was good especially the crispy potatoes and toast with jam. The latte was good as well. The yogurt parfait was my favorite with the fresh fruit and super thick/creamy yogurt. Not too many people were there during the time we went so it was spacious feeling and great for chatting with family or friends. Service is friendly. I was very surprised that it's the restaurant attached to a hotel. Parking is relatively easy to find on the streets or nearby garages.

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    Priya K.

    Stopped in on a Tuesday late afternoon around 430 for happy hour with a friend. We were seated and told that the happy hour menu isn't accurate but our server would be able to tell us what isn't available and what is. We asked her, she had no idea. There were 3 snacks on the happy hour menu and 2 weren't available anymore. We grabbed a quick drink and decided to walk around the corner to the Guinness brewery.

    Maxine L.

    Came by for a little Sunday brunch. It was pretty empty when we arrived, so service was super quick and attentive. I ordered the basic two eggs any style breakfast which comes with potatoes, sausage, and toast. The eggs were fine, unsalted, but cooked well. Sausage was pretty good too. A little on the salty side, but went well with the egg. The potatoes were the standout. They were super crispy and flavorful. Easily one of the best breakfast potatoes I've had. Overall, not a bad place for brunch/breakfast. Has ample seating inside that's bright and airy and even a pretty large patio area.

    STEAK CHILAQUILES & breakfast burrito
    Kenna G.

    Enjoyed brunch at Fora! Such a beautiful patio with perfect ambiance. Service was good! Breakfast burrito: 3.8/5 STEAK CHILAQUILES: 4/5

    Poke bowl
    Minerva H.

    Located in the Emily Hotel. The food was a miss for me and did not match the bougie atmosphere. I got a poke bowl and thought it was below average, and wasn't a huge fan of the citrus sauce to pour on it. The burrata we got to share was also very small, and the citrus sauce drizzled on the fruit and tomatoes with it was a miss for me. The service was accommodating and friendly though.

    Singapore sling
    Courtney T.

    Beautiful scenery inside and out, at 6:45 in the evening on a Friday the restaurant was relatively quiet. There is a great assortment of choices when it comes to basically everything; appetizers, drinks, and mains. We ordered the cheesy monkey bread for the table which was great paired with the special butter. For 6 people we spent about $340, that included 6 mains, 1 app, and 8 drinks. They gave us a complimentary dessert for my friends birthday! The food was quick and the waitress was fun and attentive. The Singapore sling drink almost tastes reminiscent of a spicy Paloma, it has a little bit of earthy heat taste to it. It's not sweet but it is a good drink and you can't really taste the gin in it. The build your own bowl with the quinoa and salmon was great, it came out steaming hot and it was well paired with the green goddess dressing. This was a fun spot to have a get together. I see they have a high tea which looks amazing, so I'd love to come back and try it again!

    Avocado Toast with a poached egg
    Abhishek M.

    I went for brunch yesterday and the vibe was awesome with a DJ , holiday decor and lights and great music . I wonder if this was for just this holiday week/weekend or all weekends since I've only previously been for happy hour. Even though the coffee was cold on almost every refill, the avocado toast more than made up for it. Between the Texas toast used, plenty of avocado or the toasted coconut which took it up a notch, this was perhaps one of the best Avocado toasts I've had. I also added a poached egg and it was exactly what the doctor ordered. My friend got a Caesar salad and an order of fries. The fries too were delicious.

    Laura A.

    Quick friendly service. I made a reservation for 6:15 and was seated immediately. Loved the dim lighting!! The house daiquiri, and the fora margarita...would order again. Oh and the 50% off happy hour ends at 6. Had to pay full price

    Guava cheesecake
    Shweta S.

    Ordered the impossible smash burger and it was absolutely delicious. Well cooked and the burger was made well. The pasta on the other hand needed more flavor and spice. The guava cheesecake was delicious with a unique taste! The outdoor seating was so cute. We went during the day, but at night time this place would be even nicer. Service was great! Can't wait to come back!

    Julie T.

    One word: WOW Tucked in the hotel Lobby of Emily Hotel is Fora. Based on brunch only but the food literally blew me away! Everything tasted impeccable and I can't wait to come back to dine during other hours like HH or dinner cause the food looks amazing too. Vibes are immaculate. Service was quick and very attentive. Appreciate them checking in with us and giving us ample time to check out the menu cause it's been a minute since we all saw each other so it even took us a minute to review the menu. Can't wait to come back.

    Jacqueline L.

    Cute restaurant. The patio and the inside are very cute and our server was very friendly. The drinks are good, but I have had better espresso martinis. The food was good, but nothing special. Portions are big so keep that in mind. It was a good experience overall but somewhat average / forgettable.

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    Olivia D.

    I came here yesterday and the ambiance was perfect! The dim lights and table set up was set up just right. I got there close to closing so it wasn't crowded at all. The server was really nice and switched out my dirty glass that was on the table for a new one immediately prior to putting in our order. The spicy Paloma was really good and you can actually taste the jalapeño. The fried chicken sandwich was really good too. The black truffle aioli was okay

    Pork belly scramble
    Hunter K.

    Food - 4/5 Service - 3/5 Ambiance - 5/5 Chicken sandwich was fantastic, pork belly was a bit dry. Waiter was really nice but didn't check up on us after food was delivered until 30 mins had passed & we were trying to get some condiments. Outdoor patio space is fun, heaters kept it warm despite 50 degree weather.

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    Great Service & Food! Thank you to Cole, Katie and Justin!! Hot food, very tasty and good ambiance!!!

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    Dinner at Gilt Bar felt like stepping into one of Gatsby's favorite haunts. The interior is…read morestunning , moody, golden, and effortlessly glamorous. The cocktails were beautifully crafted and worth the visit alone. The food was good, but not necessarily the star of the night. What really stood out was the atmosphere and the service, both absolutely incredible. One of those places you go for the vibe as much as the meal.

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    GoodFunk - Behind the bar

    GoodFunk

    3.8(40 reviews)
    0.8 miThe Loop

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    My friend rented this out a few weeks ago to celebrate her 45th. It was the perfect spot for about…read more30 women to mingle, drink cocktails and eat delicious food (compliments of Beaknik). I helped her choose the menu using both Yelp and some help from my bestie chatgpt and came up with the following: 7 Passed Apps: * Mini Truffle Beef Wellington (black truffle aioli) * Short Rib & Brie Slider (Aleppo BBQ, arugula, tomato jam) * Chicken Kebab (harissa-marinated chicken, tahini labneh) * Salmon Taco (avocado, mojo rojo, cilantro) * Mushroom Croquette (black truffle aioli) * Halloumi Skewer (tomato & quince jam, za'atar) * Mini Crab Cake (lemon aioli, herb salad) 1 Stationary Grazing Item: * Mezze Trio (tahini hummus, beet tahini w/ goat cheese, tzatziki, grilled pita & crudité) ---- It ended up being the perfect amount of food- heavy enough to fill us for dinner, but also light enough that we didn't get too full and could stay out late and dance (at the request of the bday gal). They passed the appetizers, but once they passed them around a few times they put them on the bar which became one big grazing station. The drinks were great as well and they even did a signature cocktail in honor of my friend, which was quite strong (hello tequila). The bartender and other staff were super friendly and knew many of us by name after a few hours. It was the perfect cozy spot for this amount of people and I'd love to look into using it again for a similar type of party...or just stopping in for a cocktail!

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    Arbella - Whipped feta was sooooo good!

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    4.4(695 reviews)
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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.

    Months after visiting, Arbella still ranks among the best cocktail bars in the city for me!…read more One thing that really makes Arbella unique is their globally inspired old fashioned menu- whether you're an old-fashioned fan or not, these are a must! They've upped their happy hour game by including a rotating global cocktail with previous menu drinks and a daily kitchen special. This time, I ordered the oldest old fashioned and the Oaxaca old fashioned to drink. I thought the first was the best old fashioned I had ever had, but the second was even better! I loved the subtle yet not overpowering smokiness of the mezcal in the Oaxaca. Neither were too sweet and you could really taste the high quality bourbon. We ordered the Korean fried chicken and coconut shrimp to eat from the happy hour menu. The shrimp was super crispy with a delicious ginger-orange compote and rice vinegar pickled onions. Highly recommend! I did think the chicken was a bit tough, but the flavor was good. Another great experience of many to come! If you haven't stopped by Arbella yet, add this to your bucket list asap!

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    Chicago Winery - Enjoy a wine & cheese plate in our restaurant, LIVA

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    4.3(65 reviews)
    1.2 miNear North Side

    I stopped by Chicago Winery on a Wednesday early evening solo and was able to sit at the bar…read morewithout reservation. I was blown away by the ambiance and decor. Chicago Winery prioritizes upscale and intimacy but their service is personable and friendly allowing you to feel right at home. On Wednesday they offer a Happy Hour special, $5 off a tasting and $10 wine by the glass. The server as extremely kind, and was able to offer me some suggestions based on my personal palate and wine interests. I landed on the Winemaker's Tasting, which included 4, one ounce pours, including Blancs de Blancs, Albarino, Barbera and Merlot. I paired the tasting with the a BYOB board. From their menu I picked the olives, Afterglow, and the Tempesta Guanciale. The server was educated on the wines was able to walk me through the tasting and pairings but gave me independence and autonomy to enjoy at my own leisure and pace. I highly enjoyed my visit and absolutely will be returning to dine in, as well as to get a winery tour!

    Was gifted the wine tasting and tour for my birthday which was a very fun experience. Great deal to…read morebuy wine after. I preferred the whites and was disappointed by the reds. We had the date package and ate at the restaurant after. I recommend the pork schnitzel and pierogis. We ordered four shareables but weren't blown away by the butternut squash fondue and gougeres. Loved our hostess for the wine tasting, but wish there was more guidance on tasting notes and wine terminology. I'd recommend though to any wine lovers, I still learned a lot!

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