Found a great happy hour here everyday 4-6pm! We sat on the patio and its was super cute. The inside had a nice aesthetic as well but we wanted fun in the sun! Their oysters were fire! I personally didn't like the croquetas the meat was chewy inside and bland. I think most appetizers were $6-$10 and drinks like French 75, Ap spritz, old fashioned were $10. We definitely enjoyed ourselves here. Our server was very chill and tatted up, we liked his vibe! read more

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Hide+Seek was pretty good! Came here for dinner on a work trip and had the Parisian Gnocchi ($27) which has lobster in it. The portion size isn't huge but there's a LOT of fat in this so it will make you feel full! I had had a drink beforehand too so I wasn't "starving," and I left pretty comfortably full. I was seated upstairs at the bar (there's an up and a downstairs bar) and the bartender was very nice, they served me pretty quick. I didn't hang about long but there were several couples clearly on dates, and I would say it's a nice spot for that -- not the fanciest, but certainly more upscale than casual. Bathrooms were immaculate too! Of note, I didn't have a car but saw metered parking directly out front and along the whole street there in shopping area. It was VERY packed but there was a lot of turnover so I imagine if you drove you wouldn't have to circle too long before finding a spot. read more

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Great night! John sat us at a great table on the main level. We were 7 people, but sat in curved booth which was perfect because the conversation was great. Gigi was an our server and she was attentive and informative. For food we ordered a variety, cucumber salad, the burrata, fried artichoke, French onion bread, octopus, hamachi, rib eye, filet and ravioli. Everything was amazing!!!! It is a small menu, but so many amazing options, you can't go wrong. We then went to the night club. Gina was our server and she was amazing also. Everyone had a blast Venue is beautiful, food is great, staff and vibe made the whole night! read more

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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Such a fantastic restaurant find! They have indoor and outdoor seating. On this particular day, everyone was outside and we opted to sit inside. But the service was still phenomenal and the ambience was relaxed. Chill, with a little romantic vibe if that's what you're looking for if you're on the inside. The Lumache was probably one of the best pasta dishes that I have ever eaten. The noodles were perfection, the cheese, the meat, everything. Please get that when you go with no adjustments! The sticky ribs are very good and I would suggest maybe adding cipiollini onions to them for the salad. We had the pear and kale salad as a starter, highly recommended. read more

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We did a happy hour crawl for my bday ! This is a decent choice there are many options and the space is beautiful! Everyone was all smiles and they even have a small patio area ! read more

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

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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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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First time in Chicago - the hostess was very sweet and accommodating as I was a solo diner looking for a comfortable place to sit. The lampache was good, I've had better octopus though...however the drinks were great! The atmosphere is lively and you can people watch all you want, but keep in mind it's so busy that service might be a bit slow. read more

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

Went for happy hour, my favorite would probably be the fries! Decently priced happy hour. read more

HIDE+SEEK - Shrimp skewer, French Fries, grilled cheese - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Overall great experience, celebrated 2 birthdays and the service was excellent. Everyone was friendly and accommodating. The food was delicious, not hiccups! The drinks were very well made and refreshing. Inside is a little dark, but the windows/doors do open up to let in a lot of natural light. They also do bottomless mimosas for weekend brunch, but the entire table must opt in! read more

HIDE+SEEK - Strawberry blonde and tequila shot - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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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

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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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

Hide + Seek will always be a favorite of mine for their happy hour alone. For West Loop happy hour, they have a great variety of food and drinks, high quality, at compelling prices. I hope they never change that! The dinner service is tasty, however it can feel expensive for the portions and level of service. The restaurant itself is cute and the patio is open for the summer! read more

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

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

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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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Loved this vibe for a cocktail night! It was dim lit and nice inside. Our waiter was super on top of our drinks which was much appreciated and he was so good to us. My cocktail was amazing! We also got the octopus appetizer. It was good and meaty which is good but I think it was boiled and I prefer charred so that's just my personal preference. The potato's were a nice touch. The croquetas weren't my favorite. read more

This is a fun place to go out at nighttime! There's almost never any wait or cover, which is rare for west loop. The DJ is fun and the drinks are good! The vibe is always there for a fun Saturday night out. I've been on a Friday night though and it was a bit dead. read more

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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I recently visited Hide+Seek for brunch and it was so cute! I loved the decor and overall vibe. The inside was spacious with large booths and tables. They also had the garage style doors open, leading to the patio. I plan to sit on the patio next time! The brunch menu featured bottomless mimosas and an entree for $50! The mimosas were good and I ordered the chicken sandwich with fries and a salad. I enjoyed my meal, the music, and my server was very sweet and attentive. Only issue I faced was a few dishes that weren't to my standard, but the staff replaced it right away. 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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Good evening, I'm writing this for the management team. People accidentally leave personal items behind at restaurants all the time. Unfortunately, I accidentally left my bag of candy. I called the restaurant as soon as I realized it to let them know I had left it there and that I would be returning to pick it up. When I arrived to retrieve my bag, it was noticeably lighter than when I had originally brought it into the restaurant. Several items were missing. I spoke with the woman at the front desk, who identified herself as the manager. She repeatedly told me that the bag was given to her in that condition. When I explained that it was much heavier when I left it and that items were missing, she offered no solution or resolution. It wasn't until I asked, "So what are we going to do about this?" that she offered me a free drink on my next visit. However, after this experience, I don't believe there will be a next visit. I understand that I'm only one customer, and my decision not to return may not have a significant impact on your business. However, I wanted to leave this review to make management aware of what happened and to caution other customers. If you accidentally leave personal belongings behind, you should carefully check your items when they are returned, as my experience left me feeling that someone had gone through my belongings and taken some of my candy. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and reviews how lost items are handled in the future. read more

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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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

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

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

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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

HIDE+SEEK - Drink itemization - October 2025 - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We came to Hide + Seek for a friend's birthday. There were three of us, and one person in our group has been sober for over a year. Two of us ordered cocktails, while she ordered a soda water with lemon and lime. Our server even confirmed, "No spirits? No alcohol?" We all said yes. Service was already slow, but when the drinks finally arrived, my friend immediately knew something was wrong after taking a sip. I tried it myself, and it was very clearly a vodka soda. Instead of taking the situation seriously, our server became defensive and insisted she had rung it in correctly. She took the drink to the bartender, and they stood a few feet from our table tasting it and debating whether there was alcohol in it. It was obvious there was. Eventually the manager brought over a replacement soda water with no apology. We had to explain why this wasn't just a wrong drink. A person who has been sober for over a year had just unknowingly consumed alcohol. The response was a barely audible apology before she walked away, and no one checked on us again for over 20 minutes. We were there from about 8:30 to 9:15 and never even ordered food because no one came back. I finally flagged down our server for the check, and she responded with visible frustration, saying all of her other tables needed her. To make matters worse, after all of this, they marked our group as a no-show on OpenTable, and I had to follow up with OpenTable to explain what actually happened. It felt like an unnecessary final insult after everything else. They comped two drinks, but that completely missed the point. Mistakes happen. What I can't understand is how the server, bartender, and manager all failed to take ownership of such a serious mistake. The complete lack of accountability and genuine concern was far more disappointing than the mistake itself. Seeing my friend's face after realizing she had unknowingly consumed alcohol was heartbreaking, and I'll never forget it. 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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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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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

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

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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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