The Fam and I are always looking for new places to indulge one of our favorite food groups, which is brunch with bottomless mimosas. After doing a search on Yelp, I decided we should check out HIDE+SEEK. Ding ding ding! We have a winner folks. We decided to go with the Brunch Party. First let me start off saying that Brunch Party is one plate, one side, and endless mimosas. The entire table participation is required and there is a strict 1.5 hour time limit. That said, Angelique (was our server) was on point during that time period. Our glasses never got pass the half-way mark and a good time was had by all! HIDE+SEEK has a pretty chilled vibe and the décor was cool, a very nice bar area, booths on the east side of the restaurant and tables in the front. I think there was a back area, but can't for sure as I didn't explore as we were seated immediately in our booth. Angelique was very cool. She welcomed us and asked if it was our first time there (it was) and began to explain the menu, focusing on Brunch Party and that everyone at the table had to participate, which we did. For my entrée I got the Short Rib Hash (Sunny side up egg, piquillo pepper, red wine jus, rosemary mornay) and my side was Eggs Your Way (over easy). I got an order of the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes (honey-whipped ricotta, blueberry compote, maple syrup) for the table. Both dishes were very nice. I am a sucker for anything with short rib meat in it and this hit well with me. The pancakes were good, nice and fluffy, and the compote was very good. They weren't as lemony as I have had at other restaurants. The flavor was there, but in a subtle way, almost like an afterthought, but still nice. The pancakes themselves were nice and fluffy, just they way I like them. The Doctor got the cheeseburger and fries, which looked nice. He cleaned his plate so I have to assume it was good. The Queen got the Steak and Eggs. I had a bite of the steak and it was tender and had a nice flavor to it. Overall we had a great time and while it was only an hour and a half, it seemed longer. I will totally come back here again for brunch, but want to check out their happy hour and dinner as well. The menus looks interesting. read more

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I would come back here, but it isn't high on my list. The food was overall good, and the menu is very creative and diverse! Even so, it wasn't enough to necessitate the price tag, which all of my friends and I were surprised by when we paid at the end. The cocktails were outstanding - we all enjoyed our choices. For some of us, they were enjoyable enough where we got the same one more than once 0:) Our server was not very friendly - she does not need to act like our BFF or anything like that, but she was cold and seemed annoyed by our questions and such. She also had no idea about the wine, so my friend just rolled the dice on what she wanted without knowing much about it. She wound up liking it - but more clarity would've been helpful (or even seeking out someone else working there for more info!). Minor environment note: The largest artwork there is a triptych of photographs - three famous women: Princess Diana, Sharon Tate (I think?), and Marilyn Monroe. There is a horizontal band going across where their eyes all line up, and the band replaces their eyes with cartoon eyes, likely of Disney princesses. It is supposed to be quirky but I found it creepy, especially since it featured three famous women who met untimely ends. read more

This place was fine I guess. The service was nice and the place was well managed. We split a burger and it took much longer than average. Without asking, the manager stepped over to our table to apologize and offer us a drink for the wait. The burger was a good average. Like a 3.5 star. The side salad was forgettable. Basic dressed greens. The service was the real hero of this reviewer. Might be back for cocktails. read more

HIDE+SEEK - Cheeseburger split with side salad - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The vibe and the service we experienced on Thursday night was really good. I really wish that the food had been a little bit better. The Caesar salad salad we ordered for the table, came out completely drenched in dressing. I know they can do better. I had actually ordered the kale salad and it came out as a spinach salad. In a very tiny bowl. Again, we enjoyed the service. It's a busy café, so make a reservation if you wish to go. read more

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Burger is juicy, side salad very meh. The lettuce topped with cucumber, croutons were nice spicy flavor, there was not much to it and dressing had no flavor. I would try the fries instead or get an entree salad Service was good overall. 20min after ordering our waitress acknowledged the delay in getting our food out, 5min later a manager offered to comp the dish or provide complimentary drink. I really appreciated that. Ambiance is nice visually but very loud when busy read more

HIDE+SEEK - Espresso mocktail - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Hide + Seek Chicago definitely lived up to the hype for me (is there a hype?) I went on a Wednesday night in late February for the first time, and I was genuinely excited to check it but. We had reservations for 8pm and one thing to note, parking is pretty scarce in that area, so rideshare is honestly your best bet. When we arrived, it was fairly crowded but not overwhelming. The tables were well-spaced, which I appreciated, so it didn't feel like we were on top of each other because the space is relatively small. The ambiance immediately stood out; dim and moody lighting. It set the tone without trying too hard. Our waitress was great and walked us through the menu and made some recommendations. I started with the Warm Welcome Call mocktail, which was refreshing and well-balanced (not too sweet) and he had an Old Fashioned. For food, we ordered the Spanish octopus, branzino, and braised short ribs. Every dish ate (pun intended). The octopus was tender, the branzino was cooked well, and the short ribs were rich and he mentioned it not being too heavy. Between the food, the ambiance, and the service, it was a really well-rounded experience. Definitely a spot I'd go back to when I'm visiting again. read more

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You really can't go wrong with bottomless mimosas! This place had excellent service, and our table was seated even though not everyone in our party had arrived yet, which was a huge plus. The staff was also very accommodating and let us stay a little past the two hour time limit. The food was delicious! I ordered a simple breakfast plate that included fresh fruit, and everything was well prepared. The interior was absolutely beautiful as well. Very clean, sleek, and very inviting. I would definitely recommend this spot to anyone looking for a nice brunch or lunch! read more

Fun night celebrating a friend's bday! It was a Tuesday at 5 pm and we couldn't get a table for 3 so we sat at the bar (note it's a small place so make reservations if you want a table!) Bartenders were great, food was good - we had the HH burgers and fries, the oysters and empanadas (which were my fave) - we enjoyed the evening! read more

Im giving a solid 5 based on my experience. Paid street parking. Solid food options for happy hour and non happy hour. Nice service. Grace was nice. The ambiance was cute, comfortable, and decorated for the holiday. Drinks: Noah River Cabernet, Hermanos Pecina Tempranillo ...the Tempranillo was well balanced. The Cab is bold but flavorful. Margarita is regular lime flavor with great flavor and you can taste the liquor. French 75 was tasty we ordered more than one. Chandon Spritiz nice light and flavorful. Definitely ordered more than one. Old fashion was kinda sweeter than any old fashion that I have ever had. I probably wouldn't order it again only because of the sweet. Happier hour menu: grilled oysters are yummy but the topping taste like something on a pasta still it was good. You get two smaller oysters for 6.00. great price. The mussels 10/10... Babbbyyyy the wine sauce was amazing with the baguettes. Order extra bread for a small cost. I even got some to go. The shrimp scampi skewer were tasty tasty. Three big shrimp flavored well. Dinner menu I ordered Lumache pasta... Sausage, rapini, vodka sauce, leek cream, and a herb ricotta. Very delicious!!! Even for a smaller stomach. read more

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Came here for a friend's birthday party. I ordered the French Kiss and Safe Word. The French Kiss was really good. Didn't really care for the Safe Word. The group also had green tea shots that were amazing. There were not a lot of GF options. I had the pear and kale salad which was really good. I'm also a vegetarian so I could really only order sides. I had the whipped mashed potatoes and asparagus. The only dessert that was GF was vanilla ice cream. Wish they offered GF pasta - the options sounded delicious. However the server was very knowledgeable and accommodating with being celiac. read more

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Such a beautiful place. Hide & Seek was an incredible place. Very intimate, Candle lit tables, dim lighting with the beautiful art that covered the entire walls. Very classy. Staff were very kind. Was greeted and seated by my waiter Angela. She was very polite and helpful. She made kindly suggestions of her favs and took care of me the entire night with Grace. Menu and drinks were pretty simple. I ordered the Braised short rib with mashed, asparagus and my other entree Lumache. Along with my perfect margarita called "Safe Word" Dinner was delicious. Pasta was creamy and deliciously flavorful. Braised rib fell apart as I spooned with my mashed potatoes! Yummmy! I like liked it wasn't to crowded food was great and music was a VIBE! I will definitely be back again! Check em out! read more

HIDE+SEEK - Safe word - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Stopped by on a briefly day to sit on the patio at sunset for every day happy hour on a Sunday! As the name suggests, it's available from 4-6pm every day (even weekends!) Staff was really great and super accommodating and diligent about my friend's allergies and dietary restrictions. Our server even gave us a last call to order off the happy hour menu before they switched to dinner, which I thought was very nice and thoughtful! The patio is SUPER cute, very clean and covered so you're not directly in the sun. It's a little Chandon spritz garden with floral and a neon sign and a bar cart. For two people, it came out to about $90 (with drinks) which is pretty reasonable for a Randolph st restaurant of this caliber! Great place to sit a while and catch up and yap with a friend over good food and tasty drinks! read more

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Went for restaurant week a while back and had a good time! We were seated at the bar, which had really nice space and was very pretty overall. We had a few cocktails and some brunch items and I will say some of the brunch items were a little small and less hearty than I wanted them to be, but they had plenty of other options that were heartier so I may have just made a different choice. I will say I know we came for restaurant week but it was extremely busy. We had reservations but walk-ins were coming in and they were telling them that it was a two hour wait for 11 AM on a Sunday. So be mindful to make reservations! One thing that was a little bit odd was that there was a large party in about four separate booths behind us the whole time we were there. It's definitely not the type of restaurant that can accommodate a huge party and the restaurant did their best, but it was very loud in there and just felt like a really weird space to put a large group. It made us feel like we were at a party we weren't invited to! read more

Cute place. We stumbled in for Happy Hour. We had plans to be entertained nearby. Had the loveliest table facing the outside but getting all the cool AC air. Our server was nice. Good drink and food specials for HH. We enjoyed our appetizers and drinks. I would come back to dine or for more drinks. read more

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Super fun and cool bar in Chicago . Visited on my first night, have no idea which area this is in but definitely worth finding it. We had met friends here and Saturday night had a DJ and great music. They have a slew of cool cocktails and food too but we didn't eat. We had some great drinks from the menu and danced for a bit and then it got too loud so we left! Service was slow but they were slammed. Definitely a great place for craft cocktails. Fun times ! read more

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Loved this place. The food, the drinks, the service... all great. My steak was seasoned and cooked perfectly. Loved the cocktails. And our server was very nice and attentive. Restaurant was full but not too loud and this did not affect our service at all. Would come back, no doubt. read more

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Came here with a couple friends recently and had an enjoyable time. Our server was nice and our food came in a decent amount of time. The restaurant feels modern and since we were seated outside we were able to watch everyone walking by in the West Loop area (young crowd and Levain Bakery is next door). I had the French 75 cocktail ($18) and it was delicious, didn't have an alcohol taste but got me a little tipsy. My friends loved their drinks also. I had the French onion bread which came with a sautéed onion drizzle in a mini cup and it was so filling, crunch, and delicious. My friends had the lumache pasta and thought portion size was a little smaller than they assumed. We didn't go upstairs but it didn't seem like many people were going up even though it was getting late. Wish the upstairs bar was more popular. Overall: cute place in West Loop to get dinner and drinks but on the more expensive side (of course) and the upstairs "club" didn't seem like a club. Would try other places in the area before returning read more

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I made a reservation for dinner to catch up with friends. We ordered quite a few items from the menu: croquettes, a pasta, Brussels sprouts, short rib and sticky rib. My favorite were the sticky ribs and croquettes. We did not care for the Brussels sprouts because they were overly charred. Our waitress was nice and pretty knowledgeable about the menu. The inside dining area was nice. I particularly liked the chairs. I would not go back, but I did enjoy it as one of the hotspots in Chicago that I had on my "must try" list. read more

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We stumbled upon this spot looking for a place that was still serving food after 10 pm on a Monday, which is not easy to find. We arrived early for our 10:45 reservation was seated right away. I immediately loved the space. The lighting, decor, and overall vibe were soothing and stylish. Nice music too. When our server came by, she indicated the kitchen would be closing in about 5 to 10 minutes, which surprised us since the host had said it was open until 11. We quickly ordered crispy Brussels sprouts, short rib, Lamuche pasta, and mussels with fries (modules frites). Everything arrived at the same time and every dish was delicious, but the two person table felt very cramped. It would have been nice to have dishes staggered or to be offered an additional table for space, especially so late in the evening. The cocktails were outstanding but the pricing was unexpected. My first drink was a signature tequila based cocktail with passionfruit and aperol ( $18), while the second, which was the same drink without Aperol, was $26! My dining companions's martini came to $24 once the vodka choice and olive add ons were factored in. The drinks were excellent, but the pricing details should have been explained in advance. We mentioned the surprise to our server after paying, and the manager immediately came over to apologize and offer to adjust the charge or give us a round on the house. We declined but appreciated how graciously it was handled. The food, service, and atmosphere were all wonderful, and I would happily return. Next time I will probably order a listed cocktail only or wine to avoid surprises. read more

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We went for restaurant week on a Saturday and got to enjoy happy hour drinks too! My party liked the happy hour Margarita and Aperol Spritz and an All That Razz. We got 4 restaurant week dinner and they were good, but the portions are huge. I was full from my salad and then had 3 more courses to eat. The atmosphere is fun and lively. The decor is fun and entertaining. We had great service. I would definitely go back for Happy Hour and dessert. read more

I came in during happy hour which 4-6pm. Last call for food is usually 5:45pm so try to get in before then! I ordered a cheeseburger (medium) and the fries! The fries were hot,fresh, and flavorful! I would definitely order these again! The cheeseburger came with this sauce that was a game changer! The flavors set there classics apart! Service at HIDE+SEEK was top tier! When I first arrived the hostess was on the phone taking a complicated reservation which took awhile but after that the service redeemed my initial impression. I sat at the bar and Kyle, the bartender, was the best! He was so busy and yet he made time to check on each party throughout are time at HIDE+SEEK. He went over and beyond and I definitely would go back! Ambiance was cozy and warm! It had super modern finishes and the best service and menu! read more

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My only complaint is parking, this area is always a bit congested. There are spots on the street if you are lucky and most businesses offer valet at different prices. The restaurant is absolutely beautiful with hanging decor, dimly lit chandeliers and creative wall art. Tables and bar area make the perfect seat. There is also upstairs seating with a live D.J. for your after dinner parties. Service was impeccable; our waitress was patient in taking the order, made a few recommendations and frequently checked on us. We started off with lemon water and mimosas. This was the final day to order from the Restaurant Week menu. I ordered champagne french toast that came with fresh raspberries and a champagne cream. I also went for the maple glazed, candied bacon and it was absolutely amazing. My friend ordered steak and eggs over medium that came with hash browns and a fresh and flavorful chimi-churri sauce. We also tried the seasoned fries just because. Hey, don't judge us. Lol. Everything was good. read more

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We had a great anniversary dinner at Hide + Seek. They have a super spacious patio, and a cute inside area as well. The 20% off Monday pasta and wine deal is also a surprising plus! Our waitress Grace was very sweet and professional, and they brought us a free dessert and shots to celebrate. We had two appetizers and two pasta dishes, which was plenty for two people. All 4 dishes I would eat again. Would go back! read more

HIDE+SEEK - Anniversary shots and dessert - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We just tried to walk in at 3:51p for their happy hour that stars at 4p and the 'douche' brunch manager who was on his phone texting goes on to say that we're not serving food. When I inquired if their happy hour menu had food, he says yes. Go figure! He fails to seat us while still continuing to text. So I asked him why would he start off by saying no food, when food would be available in just a few minutes? He fumbled with some response and I said that was pretty douche. He then refuses to seat us and I was more than happy to take my business as well. It's unfortunate when power hungry individuals ruin business, considering he'll probably be fired with this attitude in a matter of time. Hide & Seek management , do better! read more

Last night I celebrated my birthday at Hide + Seek and babyyyy, everything was top tier! It was Restaurant Week, so we got four courses and every single one ate DOWN. That braised short rib? The chef deserves a kiss, no seriously. The drinks were hitting, the ambiance was a whole vibe, and the service matched the energy. 10/10 experience. I'd definitely recommend pulling up, especially if you're trying to celebrate something special. A time was truly had! read more

I stopped here for happy hour. I had a French 75 and my guest had an old fashion. Both were tasty. We had vegetable empanada, shrimp scampi, oysters and French fries. All were very good. The service was good and the ambiance was happy hour vibe. read more

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Great service! walked in late and was able to get a table upstairs. The drinks were good but it seemed like most of the drinks were more summery and fruity even though it was December. Short rib was really good, gnocchi was just okay but generous portion of lobster made up for it. French onion bread app I would order over and over, loved it! There was a DJ upstairs (chill vibes during dinner) and it seemed like people were walking up to see if the dinner service was over, so probably a fun late night spot as well but didn't stick around! read more

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Very cute for a girls night out pre-dinner. The drinks are super cute and tasty. I've gone for their happy hour too and needed those oysters again. read more

HIDE+SEEK - Parisian gnocchi + raspberry beret (cocktail) - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Drinks Review Only! Where can you find a Mon-Sun Happy Hour in the city!? Hide & Seek is located in the heart of West Loop. I stopped in with a group of four for pre-dinner cocktails. The interior is smaller than I was expecting but I love the fun and elevated atmosphere with a large bar, fun art pieces, and tasteful holiday decor throughout. We arrived at 3:30 to take advantage of one of their classic cocktails before ordering a happy hour drink. The Birds & the Bees (tart and acidic in a good way) and French Kiss (sweet and fruity) were our favorite of the classic drinks. They were out of (2) of the cocktails we were interested in which was a bummer. For happy hour, we got the French 75 and Old Fashioned for $10 each! Paying $2 for a big ice cube seemed silly but it was clear as it should be. Either way, both drinks were tasty and all were presented nicely. Overall, it was a fun spot to stop into for a drink. The food menu looked enticing. The happy hour menu was the score of the day as I don't know many places in the city who do deals Sat & Sun! Definitely come to take advantage of that! read more

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Had a really great happy hour experience at Hide + Seek! The girls and I stopped in after a loooong day of holiday shopping just in time to catch the last hour of the happy hour menu. For food, we got multiple orders of the mussels, croquettes. Absolutely loved everything. For drinks we got a few rounds of the old fashioneds (the hh doesn't have the large ice cube. Just fyi) and a few rounds of margaritas! I have to admit, the vibe here is so good, the play list was a good combo of early 2000's and some more current hit mixed in. We were having a great time. Our server, Nick, was also a delight! Without question, happy hour at Hide + Seek is getting added to the recommendation and rotation list. read more

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Came here for a fabulous happy hour, perfect outdoor vibes. Everything was incredible and totally a steal for happy hour. The shrimp skewers were big and flavorful and so were the baked oysters. Not pictured were the beef tallow fries where were honestly to die for with the perfect amount of salt. My favorite two items were definitely the shrimp and the fries, I would definitely come back for those two items alone! read more

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Pretty cool spot on the popular Randolph strip of West Loop. I was told they have a really nice happy hour as well as the place having some sort of sex appeal. I've been a couple of times and I really do like the atmosphere and vibe of the joint. Very chill, trendy and sexy scenery and there are 2 levels. Music is always on point. The "Happier Hour" takes place from 4-6pm every day and they have some really nice deals/pricing. Classic cocktails like martinis, french 75, old fashioned, manhattan and margaritas will run you $10 each and a couple select beers are $6. Select wines are $10. Cheeseburger deluxe is $10 and fries are $6. Cauliflower steak is good as well and will run you $8. Good spot, but the happy hour is very popular so its best to reserve a spot on prime days vs trying to walk in. Staff is pretty cool also. I like this joint. read more

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The aesthetic and decor of this place is very trendy, moody and very 'west loop.' Seems like a place that people loung for a cocktail and light bites. We dined here for dinner and sat in a booth on the main floor across from the bar. Drinks were tasty but light on the liquor. I ordered Shadow Play with mezcal. The spiciness was muted, but the plum really shined through. My partner got the Old Money and tasted like any Old Fashioned, but for the $20 price point, it was such a small portion. French Onion bread: Probably the best thing we had here. I liked the carmelized onion and the grave drizzle. I wish the cheese was meltier though. Colorado Lamb Chops: this dish comes with 3 but we paid extra to ensure there was 4 pieces, one of each person. Branzino: for $42 this was probably the smallest portion of branzino I have ever had and maybe their plating of laying the chips on top was to hide that. Octopus: Another small portion and the octopus was very chewy Lumache: the pasta needed to be cooked a little more and the ricotta was hard so it didn't mix into the dish very well. Hamachi crudo - decent presentation but the gazpacho had very little taste Bussers were way to aggressive with getting dishes out. In typical fashion, there's always one bite left (and someone will eat eventfully) but it's a waiting game. When we told one server no, another would come around and not even ask but attempt to take the plate which got to be annoying. It was a Saturday evening but there were plenty of other tables available. I may be back for a nice cocktail and some people watching. read more

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Went for happy hour and it was just ok, in my opinion. We ordered a couple of drinks, checked out the menu and didn't see anything that caught our eye. We were upstairs, ambiance was really nice, server was busy so service was a little slow, and the tables were so close together that I could hear everything the people next to me were saying. Idk, I would come back to try dinner but happy hour wasn't the best. read more

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Such a fun bar came here with my besties had lots of drinks so I forgot take pictures of the food but at least I got some of the menu if you're in Chicago, you wanna have a good time go up to hide and seek it's the best place to hang out and meet new friends. read more

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Really great drink and cocktails. I would recommend going for happy hour drinks. The food during happy hour is not worth it even with the lower price. Such small portions and just average taste. Go for the drinks but it can be tough to get seat at bar. Cute simple vibes on the inside. read more

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Get the sticky ribs. I'm not even playing. Chicago's restaurant industry is just...*chef's kiss*. Service is amazing as always. Bartender had bomb recs on drinks and food. Happy hour is a vibe for sure. I would move here just to come to this restaurant everyday. But anyway, get the sticky ribs. read more

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This place is pretty and fun. Downstairs has pretty chandeliers and upstairs has a sophisticated vibe. The menu has a Spanish and French influence, so there are lots of tapas as well as American food. I came with two friends for happy hour. We ordered most of the happy hour menu and the barrata from the regular menu. - The burger was a burger. Nothing special. - The tomato bisque and grilled cheese was so good. - The cauliflower on Farro was also good, but I recommend sharing it. - The filet skewer was good, especially the herded oil that came with it. - The mussels were tiny but the sauce was good. - The barrata was just okay. Same for the croquetas and fries. Service was friendly. I saw a few groups of girlfriends and would say that it's a nice place for that. read more

Food was good and very delicious! Our bar tender was great! He was super friendly and had great stories! He even tried a new drink recipe my friend wanted! And my friend loved it! Not only was he able to make superb drinks with flare but he was also really nice about talking to us and being friendly to others. Side note we didn't have a reservation so we sat at the bar. I had the lumache pasta which was excellent. Burrata was delicious but I've never met a burrata i didn't love! and the French onion bread was also so good! Definitely try it!! The restaurant was super trendy and well decorated had a very cool/hip vibe lol do people still say hip? Anyways if you're in the area give this place a try! read more

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Three friends and a night out made this the perfect place. We had reservations which are needed as the night gets long. There are two floors and in the summer an outside area for seating. Later in the evening the upstairs turns into a club area of sorts. We ordered a few dishes to share and everyone got something they liked. To me the lamb was the star. My friend really enjoyed the kale salad. Drinks were good and they had specialty cocktails. Our waiter was friendly and informative and helped with our decisions. Would keep this on the list to return. read more

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