The food was fresh, not overly seasoned, and definitely not salty. For a first-time visit, I have…read moreto say--it was delicious. I ordered the salmon croquettes, collard greens, and fried corn. My friend had the lamb chops, mac and cheese, and sweet potatoes. Everyone was pleasant. They greeted us as soon as we walked in and explained how everything works if you're dining in. The ambiance felt like a relaxed café--comfortable, welcoming, and come‑as‑you‑are. We were very pleased with both the food and the service.

The catfish was some of the best I've ever had! The Mac and cheese was also amazing, as well as the…read moreturkey. The service was fantastic and everyone was so friendly.

This was our first time coming but the owner greeted us as SOON as we walked in. The food was…read moreamazing, wet, and tasty. It gave an old school atmosphere and I loved that as well. It does take a bit to cook but it is cooked fresh to order. We'll definitely be coming back. The owner made our day!

Woah woah woah, the cheese buffalo recipe has changed & it's much worse. Seems as if there's a…read morestore bought buffalo sauce which sucks & there's an imitation cheese sauce atop the wings now. This is terrible news because this was my top wing place albeit them being small part wings. There's no flavor to the wings anymore.

Let me start off by thanking Cleo's for actually being open due business hours. It's very…read moredisappointing when actually traveling long distance to an establishment and they not being open. I've traveled a time or two to a couple of spots in Chicago to support; only to be welcomed to a closed sign. So, Cleo's THANK YOU for blessing me with your service and love for food. It made my birthday, day trip that much better. Now, where do I start. Well, I called to make sure that they were open. I wanted to place my order via phone, but was instructed to place it via their website. The website was easy to navigate and updated. The time given for pickup was pretty much exact. I may even say that it was ready 5-10 minutes before. Parking can be a bit of a challenge. However, depending on when you go, there's a small lot across the street where you can park. Also, you can dine inside, however, depending on how busy, you may or may not have a spot. I lucked up and was able to dine in. Which made my experience better because I was able to take my food out, examine and get comfortable. All food is made to order. That is a huge plus!!!! Food was packaged right and sealed tight. I tried the Float & Fly which consisted of 3 pcs of catfish fillets and 3 fried chicken wings. I tried the green beans, Mac n cheese and pineapple candied sweet potatoes and pineapple cheesecake for a treat. Oh, let me not forget the Purple Rain drink. The catfish & wings were well seasoned and fried to perfection. If I had to choose between the two, wings for the WIN!!! The greens beans had a bit of a kick to them. So much that I followed up with some Mac and sweet potatoes. Ha! The Mac was cheesy and kinda creamy. Great texture. The sweet potatoes were different with the pineapples. The pineapples gave a little twist, but still delivering your childhood memory of sweet potatoes that grandma used to make. Desserts are limited; cheesecake or brownie. The cheesecake was my least favorite thing. I either want peach cobbler or cheesecake; not them being married. Ha! I was happy and pleased with how clean the inside was and how organized it was as well. I like an open kitchen concept. I'll definitely be returning when in Chicago. My advice is to place your order online. Keith Lee approved and so do I!

With all the hype about their food, I'm sorry but I was severely disappointed in this place. I…read moreplaced an order for the catfish dinner, Mac and cheese with crab meet, and chicken wings. The order came to over $65 with tip. Impression: Three chicken wings only for $8. The size of the wings was good. Real meaty but came off as baked versus fried. No crunch to them and didn't taste any spices. Also, had to pick off some feather stems. Catfish dinner came with four pieces, cornbread muffin and green beans as sides. The muffin was soft and moist. However, layering a bunch of butter on top and calling is 24K muffin is a great marketing ploy. Reminded me of a cupcake. The green beans were ok. The catfish again had no crunch. They were also on the thin side. Could mistake it as tilapia if not for the taste. Mac and cheese with crap meat was star. For $20 you get a good size bowl. Real cheesy and noodle were done right. You also get a generous portion of crab meat onto top. Overall, I might a one and done customer.

Fresh chicken, speedy service. We visit this restaurant…read moreoften- customer service is great, the dining room is clean.

Excellent customer service. Fairly quick service. The chicken, fish and fries seemed freshly cooked…read moreto order and seasoned well. Nice and crispy. The shrimp seemed to be frozen and then fried (I assumed due to its distinct shape; it looked like the pre-breaded frozen bagged ones you get in the frozen section of the grocery store). Only 1 booth was open for seating, so noticed most people just did to-go orders.

If flavor had a headquarters, Jerk Yard would be running the show…read more I've been a fan of Caribbean food for years, and let me tell you--Jerk Yard gets it right. Their new spot inside Picnic, the digital food court in South Loop, is a total game-changer. From the moment I placed my order to the very last bite, it was nothing short of . What's even better? This is Jerk Yard's second location, following the success of their beloved original in Hyde Park--and yes, it brings the same delicious taste and chill island vibes that made the first one such a favorite. Consistency is everything, and they've nailed it again. Let's talk food: the jerk chicken is juicy, smoky, and seasoned to perfection with just the right amount of heat. You know how some places say "jerk" but really mean "barely spiced"? Not here. This is the real deal. I paired it with their coconut rice and sweet plantains--absolutely chef's kiss. The plantains were golden, soft, and caramelized just right. Portions are generous, the packaging is on point (perfect for takeout), and the flavors? Unmatched. The team clearly puts love into every plate. And while the new location is in a digital food hall, it still feels like Jerk Yard--welcoming, flavorful, and full of good energy. Whether you've been rocking with them since Hyde Park or you're new to the brand, this South Loop spot is a must-visit. Pro tip: if the oxtail is on the menu, do yourself a favor and get it. Thank me later.

Food is absolutely delicious. That will always be a five star for me…read more I gave it a three because I ordered a chicken dinner with 6 pieces, sauces and additional I was charged for. Instead, I only got 4 pieces and just fries, not the additional items I asked for in the order.

I give 3 star because the short puggie lady at the front is rude , nasty , and dismissive for no…read morereason but the chicken was great maybe they should place her on mop duty

This barbecue spot has been around for quite some time. Originally located at 2241 N Western Ave,…read moreit has since moved to the South Side of Chicago and continues to deliver amazing food. When it comes to barbecue, everything here is on point--from the ribs to the chicken, pulled pork, and even the fries. The quality and flavor really stand out. The owner is still hands-on with the business, and you can tell by the great service they provide. As for the ambience, this is more of a to-go type of establishment, so don't plan on dining in. Just come ready to grab your food and enjoy some seriously good barbecue.

Ordered the mini tip combo and one word TERRIBLE!!!!!…read more Customer service was wonderful but I wouldn't be back because the tips was not good at all. No seasoning just Bland. Over cooked, tough and dry!!! Sauce terrible. This place was highly recommended and I wish it wasn't Not even worth 1 star.

I tried this place once in Durham NC and recalled liking it. Tonight I was craving wings and…read moreordered via GrubHub. It was delicious. The wings were excellent and so tasty. The fries are amazing and I loved the coleslaw, too. Really reasonably priced, too. Cant wait to try some fish.

Small spot putting out fire chicken and fish in the city. The lemon pepper seasoning smacks…read more Portions are big, whole wings. Fish was delicious, Box was full for like $15.

Update.... I went back and shared my last experience with my…read moreorder. Of course I reordered lg rib tips and sm rib tips. Had both orders chopped small ... additional $1 charged in total $47 and some change. My orders were FRESH, abundance, and they've earned a 5 star review. Cadillac

This place is a Chicago BBQ institution. Anyone that knows Chicago BBQ will tell you that. It's…read morepersonally in my top 3 BBQ places. Here's the deal though, sometimes it hit or miss. Sometimes you'll get burnt tips, and sometimes youll get ribs made from God's hand himself. If you want to chance it, do yourself a favor and you won't be disappointed!