Karolinka Club

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The food is great, not an overwhelming menu which is great because they have traditional Polish dishes as well as moderns options (like their appetizers including fried pickles) with good size portions. Inside is impressively clean compared to the old school exterior and they have a little bit of everything when it comes to their hard liquor choices. Brenda is an awesome bartender! The owner clearly trained the kitchen well because food was delicious. We will be back! read more

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Kasia best bartender.....ask for jaeger bomb...na zdrowie. Great place great food, wide selection of beers

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Elżbieta B.

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Food is good. Unfortunately when we visited, there was a serious safety issue, namely an intoxicated individual who assaulted numerous people. The place has bands now and gets packed, so there were children and older people there for a show ( Friday 6/26/26). It took over an hour to physically remove him from the bar, and police ( Chicago) only showed up after many calls from many patrons, only to make sure this person leaves the parking lot. Bar did not press charges or bar the person,and owner tried to dismiss the issue, despite many angry patrons who were punched, pushed and showed and had to scurry away.As a woman, I find this unacceptable. Yes, bars have fights . Also, bars ensure safety by hiring security, or scanning IDs, AND pressing charges when cameras show the crime. It's a shame our group of 6 will not come back there since they cater to drunk Polish crowd. read more

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Grant A.

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Came in last night. Called in food order over the phone because kitchen closes at 9. Ordered pieorgies with meat and pork sandwich. Ordered a Polish beer when I got to the bar. I don't remember the name of the beer. The pieorgies were scrumptious. Pork sandwich was tasty. Couldn't finish all my food and beer and certainly had some leftovers. read more

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Tom G.

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3 months ago

Mostly a neighborhood bar, that serves Good homemade Polish food. They've been there for many years, and always GREAT food!

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Elvin C.

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Was looking for a place to eat with family before dropping one off to the airport. Don't get much Polish in Rogers Park so figured to roll with Karolinka. Popped in, got potato pancakes, pierogi (half potato/cheese and kraut/mushroom), bigos (hunter's stew) and cabbage rolls. Currently they have two options for cabbage rolls: one large or two smalls. The large are pretty generously sized to share between say four people for say a side, or full servings for two people. Everything came out quickly and hot and was very good. Service was great and attentive. Noticed in the Yelp photos of past menus that there are specials for each day of the week. read more

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Thomas C.

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Stopped in for an after-dinner cocktail and a dance or two. Low and behold it was a slow night at the neighborhood Polka Club. We ordered a couple of cold Zywiec and Tyskie beers and a golabki plate and (04) potato pancakes. Special Soup of The Day=Pickle Soup. Tempting but we had more than enough food for two already. Food was homemade by the in-house cook. Delicious! Great bang for your buck. All is right with the world. Shared a few beers and some war stories with an old Mexican cowboy--how in the heck did you find your way in here cowboy? Reggie the bartender was awesome--friendly and attentive service. Ambiance is 1970's chic. Looking forward to my next visit. I'll be wearing my wide-flare bell bottoms, platform shoes and a nice flowery silk shirt. I'm hoping that The Gus Polinski Tribute Band will be in-house. Polka, Polka, Polka! read more

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Cindy R.

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11 months ago

Great polish food love the pork chop and chicken sandwich and the pierogies so good cooked in butter and real bacon sprinkled on top with sour cream what could be better awesome potatoes pancakes love this place! read more

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Melanie W.

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8 months ago

Zero stars. What a dump! Service? What service? Took forever to get food. We got food one person at a time with 15 minute intervals. I was always curious about this place. It is a bar not a restaurant. It has one (1) table. read more

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Paul C.

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4 years ago

Yum! The food at Karolinka is delicious! We had the pierogis, potato pancakes, and polish sausage- everything was amazing. The restaurant is tiny and is definitely a neighborhood watering-hole type spot where the bar occupies the majority footprint. The style is very much a throwback to an old polka club. The staff were super friendly, helpful, and straightforward. Highly recommend this spot for polish comfort food, a good drink, and a casual place to meet friends and neighbors. read more

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Edilsa M.

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2 years ago

We stumbled upon this neighborhood bar with weekday food specials. We ordered breaded pork chop sandwiches, fries, polish platter, breaded cheesy cauliflower, potato pancakes, tall beers were all yummm. read more

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Embra B.

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Good food :) Pierogis are good. Highly recommend to try. Potato pancakes are good as well. Nice environment and a good place for drinks. read more

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Katie C.

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If you're looking for a great spot for pierogis and laughs you should check out this gem. Our server truly made us feel like we were family. We loved the food and the polish beer, the jukebox was being well run by a regular and the atmosphere really made us feel welcome. We will definitely be back!! read more

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Joshua L.

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2 years ago

Neighborhood spot. Not quite what we expected based on the reviews. Yelp typically is spot on. But not here. More of a bar than a restaurant. Not the cleanest and definitely not the best Perogi I have had. Could have been a cool place but was kind of weird. Will not go back. read more

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Tina R.

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2 years ago

Yummy yummy perogies!! And the chicken noodle soup tasted like homemade. Great special on the pierogies. read more

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Rachel M.

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3 years ago

The food is excellent. We had the potato pancakes and pierogi, and both were exquisite! The service was great, very kind, Polish, staff who were more than willing to help with whatever we needed. The ambiance was very nice as well, definitely a nice retro/vintage vibe, very quaint and quiet! I would definitely go back to this restaurant. read more

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Tina F.

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2 years ago

Awww. I love this place. Bartenders are great and the food is amazing!!! I will most definitely recommend to family and friends.

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Lord Of T.

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The food was a good quality but it's pretty much a bar atmosphere upstairs. I get that idea that they do a lot of catering. On the main floor it's only three tables. The people are friendly in there. If I'm near the airport I'll definitely consider this place for sure. It's really a neighborhood place with neighborhood people, not commercial or pretentious. It's good Polish food. read more

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Rachel H.

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The pierogies taste great and there are true Polish beers on tap. Prices are fantastic! The locals make you feel like you're at home, and Lisa the bartender is just the best!! read more

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Homer M.

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Very good authentic polish food with a lot of favs. It's mostly bar atmosphere with a few dining tables but the cook keeps it true to Babusia style cooking. It's a nice break from those chains. It's not served in a NY minute but it's worth the wait!!! read more

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Chris M.

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So this is a great local neighborhood bar that serves delicious homemade polish food. Incredibly inexpensive. Full bar, good neighborhood folks. read more

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Daniel R.

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3 years ago

The bartender was tremendous. I got the potato pancakes and they were just okay. But the bartender was super nice. And more than efficient.

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Stephen M.

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Great food, reasonable prices. Had chicken wings plus pierogi's. Authentic Polish food, neighborhood bar. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed read more

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Stan C.

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5 years ago

Lisa is unbelievable!!! This place is amazing!!!! Food and drink, so good!!! Thank you Athena and Peter for the recommendation!!! Karolinka is the spot, chill out, have a few drinks and enjoy!!! read more

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Dawn S.

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Best damn pierogies around they were so good. The dumplings were good. Everything was so good here.

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Kimberley D.

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3 years ago

Owner is fabulous. My husband has played there..Band..several times. Great Polish food!! Love!

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Richard W.

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Raised in clearing (St. Symphorosa). Now in Seattle, always visit Karolinka when in Chicago. This little nondescript place has best Polish food. read more

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Kara S.

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My friend and I stopped in after an emotionally exhausting day to unwind and grab some drinks. It's definitely off the beaten path and can be easy to miss but is visible off Central Avenue and right next to Midway. There's a small parking lot available but also lots of street parking right there. This is a sweet old dive bar - lots of regulars, TVs going, small, weathered, and unassuming. If you're at all bougie or uncomfortable around strangers, this is probably not the place for you. It's not a really warm or inviting place. It's a no-frills bar with character and people who love and care about it. It can come off a little rough but don't be scared. People are friendly and will talk with you, or they'll leave you alone. Everybody is minding their own business. It's a good spot to escape and get away from it all. Drinks are cheap and straight-forward. I drank my Blue Moons and my friend had his whiskey. The bartender was attentive and friendly. Even though we both had only one drink each, there was no pressure to leave or order more. It's a nice place to unwind, have a chat, and just chill out. Unfortunately, I didn't get to try the food, but from what's written on Yelp, it sounds like that's something to check out. I would definitely recommend this place if you're in the area and looking for a chill bar. read more

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Sherry W.

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3 years ago

Amazing little bar tucked behind Midway airport. Best Polish food around! Pierogis are to die for! Goulash soup, potato pancakes,& more! They have a Polish sampler platter that has a taste of everything you could want!! Go! Eat! Enjoy!! read more

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Steven G.

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This place is a hidden gem if you like Polish food. Decided to try multiple items as a takeout. I tried the chicken noodle soup as a starter and it was a hearty chicken, noodles, and carrots soup. Pierogis we're good, I tried the potato and cheese, kraut and mushroom, and blueberry. I also tried the potato pancakes and they were four large pancakes that were perfectly fried. I will definitely try them again if I'm in the area. read more

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Theodore B.

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This is a great little dive bar/restaurant next to Midway airport. They have a throwback interior from the 50s and delicious Polish food. If you're looking for a quiet uncrowded place you got to try it. read more

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Antonio I.

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Best pork chop sandwich and chicken sandwich in the usa plus many other home made dishes made fresh daily by there 80 year old owners must try as they r getting old and recipes will not last forever love this place I can eat here every day read more

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Ben H.

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Authentic polish bar on the southside of Chicago. Perogis, potato pancakes, pork. Hops and goulash. Delish. read more

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Ashley M.

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10 years ago

Had an even better experience than my first when I went in for lunch yesterday. Urzula, the bartender and cook, was so welcoming and wonderful. We had a dozen pierogi, 2 golabki (they are massive) and a zapiekanka along with 2 huge Zywiec drafts. Grand total: 30 bucks. She even gave us some of the pork and potatoes she had cooking in the crockpot to take home and try. If you are anywhere near Midway and need lunch or a drink, do not hesitate to stop into this gem! read more

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Joe W.

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Small (very small) mom and pop place. Huge bar, three tables. Down to earth, reasonable prices with great food. Will definitely be back

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Linda A.

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Is the place ever open anymore? 2nd time we have come during what's posted as hours that they are open.....CLOSED. Sunday at 5pm???? Disappointed read more

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I was staying in the area of Midway and stopped by for dinner. The food is very good. Not fancy but flavorful and fresh like your Polish mom would make. It is an absolute bargain as well. The club does earn its dive cred but the crowd is quiet and respectful. We were there after 9 pm on a Friday. We were the only people eating dinner but a there were half dozen or so quietly enjoying a beer and the ball game. Midway Airport does have some better airport food but if you have time to get out in the neighborhood, Karolinka Club is a mile and a half from the terminal. read more

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Linda A.

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Wow. What a find. We were in the area and used Yelp to find this place. Great food. Nancy the bartender was fabulous. Will come back again! read more

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Adrian J.

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Went to this restaurant after looking for a traditional Polish bar near the airport. This place did not disappoint. Great atmosphere, Lisa the bartender was friendly, set the expectation for wait time and told some funny stories to top it off. Food was excellent and extremely reasonable. Pierogi and the sausage were top notch. Oh and it actually has a parking lot which is a plus in the city! read more

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Valerie B.

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Heading out of the area on Southwest put us in the Midway airport locale and we found the Karolinka Club on yelp. Just Great!! We had a couple of Polish draft beers and Too Much Food! The cabbage rolls are huge - be warned. The Goulash is delicious. The potato pancakes are all they should be....yum! And our server, Nancy, was warm, friendly, and helpful - making our whole experience delightful. To top it off, I had some postcards I wanted to mail before flying home and when I asked if there was a nearby place to mail them I found out there is a regular old blue mailbox only two blocks away! Perfection. read more

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6102 S Central Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
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(773) 735-0818
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Hours

What time does Karolinka Club open?

Karolinka Club opens at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Karolinka Club close?

Karolinka Club closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does Karolinka Club take credit cards?

No, Karolinka Club does not take credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Karolinka Club have catering options?

Yes, Karolinka Club does have catering options.

Does Karolinka Club serve alcohol?

Yes, Karolinka Club serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Karolinka Club allow dogs?

Yes, Karolinka Club allows dogs.

Does Karolinka Club have TVs?

Yes, Karolinka Club has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Karolinka Club have bike parking?

Yes, Karolinka Club has bike parking.

Does Karolinka Club have outdoor seating?

No, Karolinka Club does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Karolinka Club have parking?

Yes, Karolinka Club has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Does Karolinka Club allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, Karolinka Club allows outdoor smoking.

Does Karolinka Club have free WiFi?

Yes, Karolinka Club has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Karolinka Club is one of the last places you could call a "Neighborhood Bar". Everyone is considered family even if you have been coming here years, or it is your first time. A full bar, international cuisine, along with entertainment and a warm atmosphere make Karolinka Club the place to go. Other than our weekly drink specials we offer a wide variety of homemade food. Fresh Sandwiches starting from $5.00, Assorted Pierogi & Potato Pancakes starting from $6.00 and a traditional Polish-Silesian dinner that is only served at Karolinka Club. Come with an empty stomach and leave with a smile on your face.

History

Established in 2004.

Located in a building dating back 100 years and operating as various bars and clubs since 1933, Urszula now welcomes you to Karolinka Club. Since 2004, she and her husband Kris have been serving spirits, tasty food and entertainment. They are proud to be the owners of this establishment and would love for you to join them for a drink, dinner and a good time.

Meet the Business Owner: Urszula C.

Urszula is a native of the Silesian (Slask) region of Poland. Always being her dream to own a business that gave people a place to enjoy themselves, she is now in seventh heaven. A butcher, a baker, a candlestick maker are about the only things she doesn't do. You can find her cooking up an enjoyable meal, serving the best of drinks or simply welcoming you to her business. Come and see for yourself. Also, if you are in the mood to hear a local radio program broadcast from your favorite bar, tune into 1080AM on Saturday at 8:00pm. You'll hear some "Slaska Muzyczka" to get yourself in the mood for dancing, drinking and enjoying other's company. Dont' forget come in on Saturday night!

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A great Scottish Pub in Chicago. Had the Fish & Chips (of course) with a side of Stovies. The fish…read more& chips comes with green peas and chips. We were there on Friday, so the fish and chips were all-you-can-eat. So crispy on the outside and flakey on the inside. So yummy. The chips were crispy and paired perfectly with the fish splashed with the malt vinegar. The green peas were good, but my favorite was the Stovies. If you've never had proper Stovies, this is your chance to try them. Potatoes and onions with bits of roast kind of like mashed potatoes or a very thick stew. So yummy. They also have an extensive drink menu.

Now we're talking. DoP is as close an authentic Scottish pub as anything I've been in, in this…read morecountry. The atmosphere alone is worth the trip. Whiskey fans, you'll love the huge selection along with the impressive beer selection. Yelp should really hype this as a whiskey bar, too. It more than qualifies. The cuisine is phenomenal. Definitely a place to bring a large party on your first visit, so you can sample a multitude of wonderful creations. Pro Tip: if you can tolerate a large quantity of fish, visit on a Wednesday for their AYCE Fish & Chips. I've had many hum drum AYCE dinners that are drab and only fill you up. Not this one. It's a great meal and a great deal. The Shepherd's Pie was fabulous, as was the Bangers and Mash. They've created a Haggis Burger that has to appease Americans, yet, still be haggis. A tall order since most would hate "true" haggis. Fear not, it's not your grandfather's haggis, it is a tasty burger. The fries were great but I'd recommend the Tattie Skins. We tasted so many different malts it was hard to pick a favourite. No foolin' they had island malts, highland malts, speyside and even a couple from the lowlands. Easy to spend over two hours in this public house. We did. Can't wait to get back to this town. This is a must! 02/26

AYCE Pollack Fish n' Chips

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The Green Door Tavern

Was high in my must do list in Chicago Went to a disappoint…read moregame at Wrigley and left after a few bad fan moments . Glad I did !! Now I have completed my quest of seeing the oldest tavern and speakeasy in Chicago.

Yes, everyone knows, The Green Door is an institution. I love the salads frankly. Appetizers plus…read moresalads are great for lunch and or dinner. In 1991 when I arrived in Chicago there were dozens of places like this. About 1 dozen remain. The management and staff have preserved and improved the cuisine and atmosphere. Not too little or not too much, it is The Green Door.

Patty melt with Brussels side and buffalo wings

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The Gage

Had lunch here and were seated right away. Our server greeted us promptly and took our drink order…read moreimmediately. We ordered the venison burger and, honestly, I was hesitant at first because I was worried it might be too gamey. However, our server did a great job explaining what to expect, and she was absolutely right. The venison patty was juicy, flavorful, and exceeded my expectations. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Service was attentive and efficient throughout our meal. They also have an impressive selection of signature cocktails. I didn't end up trying one because the drink I was interested in sounded a bit too strong for lunch, but it's definitely given me a reason to come back later for drinks. Overall, I left as a very happy customer and would gladly return.

Dark and moody downtown spot that is perfect for a single traveling looking for a quick and upscale…read moredinner. Pros: huge bar area, fantastic dirty martini, best blue cheese stuffed olives in the world, solid burger Cons: fries were not good at all. Tasted almost stale even though they were likely fresh. I like that they cook with beef tallow, however, the taste just didn't match. It's in the pricier side, but the service is great and the experience is pretty solid.

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Taylor Street Tap

4.8

(31 reviews)

8.0 mi

Nice little dive bar. First time here. Chill vibes. Good service. They open late at 5:00pm…read more Would recommend, would return.

Brian is the best! Great vibes. Great atmosphere. Live music! Best bar in the area ! Service was…read morephenomenal !

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Quartino Ristorante

We had the best service!!! Trevor gave amazing recommendations as well as giving us the best…read moreattitude and making out-of-towners feel welcome!!!! Will definitely come back any time I visit the city! Food was amazing!!!!

Awesome! We were in town from Kansas City and this restaurant was recommended to us. It was just…read morearound the corner from our hotel so we fortunately we were able to get a reservation and have an incredible dinner.

PROSCIUTTO SAN DANIELE and Duck Prosciutto

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Coppa alla banana

Green Street Smoked Meats

This place was so good that I came back the very next evening for dinner again…read more On my first visit, I ordered the pulled pork with mac and cheese, cornbread, and sweet tea. Every single part of the meal was outstanding. The pulled pork was delicious on its own, but I also loved the sweet barbecue sauce. The cornbread was, without exaggeration, the best I've ever had!! It was moist, flavorful, and served with absolutely incredible butter. The mac and cheese was rich, creamy, and one of the best I've ever had as well. Even the sweet tea was perfect: actually sweet without being overpowering or having that bitter, earthy aftertaste that some sweet teas have. I couldn't stop thinking about it, so I came back the next night and tried the brisket. It was sooooo good too. It was tender, smoky, juicy, and packed with flavor. At that point I knew the first meal wasn't a fluke. It's not inexpensive, but the portions are generous, and I felt the quality more than justified the price. I was there by myself because I'm traveling for work and actually enjoyed the communal tables. They made the atmosphere feel welcoming and a little less lonely than sitting by myself. The staff was excellent, too. The gentleman with the glasses at the meat counter was friendly, funny, and made the experience even more enjoyable. He even threw in a complimentary rib, which was such a nice surprise and a great example of the hospitality here. One thing to know before you go: the line can get long, but don't let that scare you away, it moves efficiently, and the food is absolutely worth the wait. Green Street Smoked Meats lived up to every bit of the hype. Between two visits, I tried the pulled pork, brisket, mac and cheese, cornbread, sweet tea, and a rib, and every single thing was excellent. This will be one of my first stops the next time I'm in Chicago.

3.5/5 stars. It's definitely a little pricey and didn't quite live up to the Texas BBQ I've had. It…read morecomes with two slices of bread and pickled onions on the side. Got 1/2 lb brisket, 1/2 lb pork ribs, 1/2 lb pulled pork, broccoli salad, elote style corn, and baked beans for $87 + tip. The Prime Sliced Brisket (7/10) was super tender and practically fell apart, but I wished the bark had a harder crust and a bit more flavor. The Pork Ribs (6.5/10) were somewhere between tender and chewy, so I'd probably skip them. The Pulled Pork (6.5/10) was slightly sweet but tasted pretty standard. All of the meats could've used a little more seasoning, and I wish they came out hotter. The spicy BBQ sauce and golden sauce were both delicious though. The Elote Style Corn (8/10) was my favorite side. Super creamy with plenty of parmesan. The Broccoli Salad (7/10) had great crunch from the pumpkin seeds and sweetness from the raisins, though I wish the seeds were toasted. The Baked Beans (6.5/10) had pork belly and onions mixed in, but otherwise tasted like a solid, classic baked bean. The vibes felt like a true Texas BBQ joint. You line up, order at the counter, watch them slice the meat in front of you, then grab a table cafeteria-style. The industrial space and dim lighting fit the atmosphere well. 7/10. Service was great. The guy slicing the meat asked how my day was, and staff were constantly walking around clearing tables. 8/10.

Chopped Brisket Hot Link Pork Ribs smoked turkey Elote Style Corn Baked Beans

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SUSHI-SAN

My husband went to Sushi-San on a work trip. He enjoyed the experience so much that he recommended…read moreI give the place a try on my trip to Chicago. Candidly it wasn't on my to-do, but the restaurant happened to be on my route back to my hotel and I hadn't had dinner yet. I walked into the restaurant, and there was a spot open right at the bar waiting for me. I think it was meant to be. Loved the vibe of the restaurant, which was casual but trendy. Best part of all was the music. My ears perked up when I heard Hieroglyphics - The Who... A Plus Remix. Instantly felt "at home" with the underground, old school hip hop. Compliments to their curated Pandora playlist. I ordered the the spicy scallop roll, super san roll, and sawara (Spanish mackerel) nigiri. The spicy scallop roll was my favorite. The super san roll was a mix of their toro with varying fattiness. I appreciated that you could order half rolls at Sushi-San, which came out to 5 pieces instead of 10. This was more than enough food for me. The sawara was buttery and fresh. If you don't like the "fishiness" of saba, you'll enjoy sawara. Lastly, overall customer service was great. The food came out incredibly fast. The bartender who assisted me was awesome. He was attentive and personable.

Solid sushi spot in River North that does the job and has good ambiance, but doesn't blow me out of…read morethe water as the best sushi ever. I came with a friend for lunch during the week and they have a somewhat decent lunch special (for today's standards when factoring the cost of living and inflation). We took advantage of that and ordered the 3 combo platter per person so we got 6 total items since there was two of us. The highlights for us were three yellowtail yuzu sushi as well as the salmon rice bowl. The miso soup that came out first wasn't that great. It was overly salty. My friend who is from Japan that I ate with said this place was ok for American standards but not at all great compared to anything in Japan lol.

Togarashi Chicken Nuggets

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Happy Hour! Spicy Tuna and Avocado Crunch - very simple and perfectly refreshing. 5/5

Miller's Pub

Needed a last chill spot after dinner, and I'm glad we found Miller's down the street. The…read morebartender, Sinead, was quick with our drinks and made us feel like regulars. They had a good set up on dart boards and touchtunes to keep the night going.

Cool vibe. Great menu selection…read more Classic Chicago pub restaurant. Came here on a Saturday evening and was seated within 5 minutes. Great service too.

Extra crispy flavorful fish and chips!

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Virtue mitten fennville, mil, burbon barrel aged apple cider

Iron Age Korean Steakhouse

Great place to go for a date or family outting. Pricing is reasonable per person. Dinner price $35…read moreper person all day on the weekends. You do have to pay for the meat you don't eat. This was my boyfriend's time going and I haven't been here in 4 years. LOTS has changed. First We ordered the Hawaiian bulgogi and the brisket. The brisket was amazing. The bulgogi was a bit too sweet. The grill gets burnt up very fast. I don't remember the grills going bad that quickly years ago. Our server was nice but slow, the grill needed to be changed out frequently due to the bulgogi. They don't give you any oil either. Only thing I didn't like was the lettuce it tasted funny and old. Overall nice place but it's a bit dated, they need to upgrade the design and functionality of it asap.

Food: 4/5 stars. I thought the entrees were all good. The bonchon was a little sad looking, but…read moretasty. We were issued one pair of (dull) scissors and one set of tongs for a party of 4, which isn't nearly enough for as much flipping and serving as we were doing. I did appreciate that we cooked our own meat. Value: 5/5 stars. You really can't beat AYCE for $32pp, especially in Wicker. Service: 5/5 stars- very attentive and quick service. Had a friendly and smart server. Environment: 0/5 stars. If ambience matters to you at all, this is not your spot. There was 0 attention to ambience in there- the black and red paint was atrocious and I felt like I was in some dystopian slop hall. I wish they had the hosed exhaust fans that sit closer to the cooking table like in Korea, as the place would've felt way less smoky and gross. I get that the smells and oils make it harder to "feel" clean but... I've been in some well ventilated and pristine K BBQ spots, so there's really no excuse. I guess ultimately this is a case of you get what you pay for. Now I know. Just be informed before you go in- set your expectations. If you want to close your eyes, ignore the bbq glaze your feet are slipping on, and chow the F down on some good but not great meat, hit up Iron Age!

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Tanta

Best meal ever. Service was amazing, we had a group dinner with a custom menu. Every single dish…read morewas absolutely amazing. My favorites were the stracciatella, chaufa aeropuerto, and cebiche clasico.

I had so high hopes for this place and maybe that's why I was a bit disappointed, because I was…read moremaybe expecting too much and it was just ok. The host to being with was the worse. She sat us down, brought 1 menu ( we were 2) and said she'd be back with the other ( and we are still waiting ) her phone was more important so she never gave us a second menu. The waitress talked like she didn't have a voice ( SO hard to even understand what she was saying) Food overall was good ( nothing to die for) Ceviches were delicious at least. Ambience good although when we got there there was only 1 more table, but I guess it gets better when it gets busier. Overall a good place, but there are other great Peruvian places in the city to try before coming back here

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Adam F.

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17 years ago

I love this place.Treated like family by all.Inexpensive and fun.

T D.

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10 years ago

Delicious perogies and goulash in a dive bar.

charlie c.

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17 years ago

no dice no dice.

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