Went for National Oyster Day and happy hour and WOW - SO GOOD! Their happy hour is absolutely worth…read morethe price. Service was super fast and professional. We got TONS of oysters, mussels, fries, lobster roll sandwiches, extra dirty martinis, a margarita, and whiskey. Everything was great, and the happy hour made it even better. Definitely check this place out!

I came here with my family for my 21st birthday. It was a snap judgement to come here instead of…read morethe other restaurants I was looking at but it definitely worked out in my favor because I had an AMAZING time! The place is beautiful. Super super cozy, dimly lit, formal and old fashioned. It even smells amazing, like fresh herbs. I loved looking around at all the decorations, the artwork and the crab-themed decor were special. I don't go to haute restaurants, like, ever but I didn't feel out of place for a second thanks to the amazing service. Our waitress was very personable, she sang us happy birthday and we had some fun brief conversations. Even the diners at surrounding tables were friendly and lively. I got a few "happy birthday"s from kind strangers. There are no words that could describe how amazing my cobb salad was... I thought I might cry while I was eating it. The fish was fresh and tender, the dressing was sweet and zesty and creamy. It was just perfect!!!! If I ever find myself on death row this would be my first pick for my last meal. The desserts were phenomenal too. No notes. This experience was worth every penny and I had a great time

We arrived here close to 7 pm and were greeted and seated right away, despite it being pretty busy…read more First time here, visiting from out of state. Inside the ambiance and decor is very nice. Casual but also felt a little upscale without being too much. Our server, I believe her name a was Jade was excellent. Wonderful customer service throughout our entire experience, 5 stars for her. The food itself was average. I had the poke bowl, and maybe it's just my California bias, but it was a little lackluster. A little plain as far as toppings, and a little too much sauce for my liking. For desert we went with the pineapple cheesecake which is seasonal and recommended by our server and that was absolutely delicious. The restrooms seemed to be out of soap for both the men and women's. Overall a nice place for dinner.

Extremely disappointed in this place. It's been years since I was here but went for happy hour…read moreand endured 1) a hot restaurant 2) a waiter who didn't want to deal with happy hour 3) not having ingredients to one of their drinks and then a manager that debated giving an alternate. All in all very disappointed in the experience and would be hard pressed to go back.

This was one of the best po boys I've ever had in my life!! I'm somewhat of a connoisseur, as I'm…read moreused to the po boys down south in new Orleans and Atlanta. I got -shrimp po boys (x-tomato) with fries -one of each sauce -peach cobbler On my 15 minute drive home everything was still fresh and warm and crispy. -Fries were SO perfectly seasoned I almost didn't even need a sauce, which for me is crazy as I need a sauce with everything (but I always try it first without). -The po boy...my god. It was so crispy, fresh, the shrimps were perfectly battered (hate when they hide the shrimp between 10 layers of batter), the lettuce was fresh and surprisingly not wilted by the time I got to my destination. I'm not one for cheese on my po boys, and almost got it without, but im actually really glad I kept the cheese on. -Sauces were all great, the Roumalade is where it's at though. I could've really just had 10 of those and been happy! The tarter was a bit less zesty/tart than what I'm used to, but I ended up putting the hot sauce in it and it was delicious -peach cobbler i have yet to try, but it looks so glossy and creamy, will be eating tonight! The service was really just the cherry on top. Elizabeth, the owner, is the one who greeted me, and she was just a doll. She's a sauce queen, like me, so she made sure I try every single sauce! And gave me the peach cobbler on the house as it's my first time there. She's just the sweetest! You can tell her, her husband, and her son just have so much fun together. I'm just so warmed by my experience there, as she went so above and beyond, AND my food was impeccable. I'm quite the critique with my food, and only rate honest to what I feel, and this place deserves 5/5 stars hands down.

I stopped by here recently as this place had been on my radar for a short while. I'm going to…read morepreface a bit by saying there aren't enough great or even good quality places for fried shrimp and fish in the burbs. That said, this place impressed me upon my first visit. I stopped in for lunch to pickup a large order or shrimp and fries. I was greeted by Elizabeth initially. She insisted that I upgrade to the plate instead which included cole slaw and potato salad for a small extra fee so I proceeded to lock it in. Shortly after, her husband Kenny greeted me and we had a friendly talk for a while. They hooked me up with an additional side and drink (they did not have to do that) which I thought was a very kind gesture. My food came out prompt, hot and fresh. I ate a few shrimp and fries while there before hitting the road. Everything was crispy, seasoned well and appetizing. I ate the cole slaw and potato salad later at work and enjoyed each. Overall, this is a business I'd certainly return to in the near future. Cost is very competitive and on par with most places so this is a reason to further recommend them. To the owners, thank you for an excellent first impression. Hope to see you again soon!

I went to The Greggory for my first time on Saturday and it was absolutely phenomenal. I started…read moreoff with the Sakura to drink which was very refreshing and tasty - as someone who typically likes Lemon Drops, I really enjoyed it. We ordered the Pop Over Rolls to start off our meal and they were some of the best rolls I've ever had. I really liked that they had a hint of cheese and the butter was also delightful. To eat, I ordered the Summer Corn Ravioli and it was one of my favorite pasta dishes I've probably ever had. I did get it without the mushrooms as I typically am not a fan of mushrooms but the ravioli was perfectly cooked and the flavors were simply divine. My party also ordered various meat dishes that they all raved about as well. We did order the brussel sprouts and asparagus to share - I enjoyed the asparagus but did not try the brussel sprouts given they had bacon in them. We didn't order dessert BUT did get a fantastic vanilla cake with raspberry sauce for dessert that our server brought given it was my mom's birthday dinner. The cake was SO delicious and I was very happy we got it! To top it off, our service was amazing throughout and it was an overall wonderful experience. Thank you, The Greggory team, for a great first experience! We cannot wait to be back!

Highly recommend this place. Their steaks and chops are phenomenal. Had the lamb with Israeli…read moreRisotto: absolutely phenomenal. Wife had the Dover Sole. Absolutely amazing, and they debone right at your table. Also had the crab pasta and had a good taste of our friends market Wagyu steak. It was like butter. Keep in mind. This is not going to be cheap though. If you're gonna go to this place, expect not only excellent service but not your McDonald's prices. Saw a couple of the next table come in and order a hamburger and fries. Seriously? You come to this place for a burger and fries? (Lol). I'm sure the burger and fries was excellent, but this place is not known to be a burger joint, even though it's on the menu but again, to each his or her own. I wouldn't come here just to have a burger. There are many other places that do that. Step it up a little. Come here for a higher tier of food caliber. That being said: Our server was excellent. The manager along with the chef / the wine "professor"- (he was excellent as well- extremely knowledgeable, and paired our bottle of wine perfectly with all our meals) along with everyone else who came by to check on us. But our server was absolutely attentive and great. He wasn't pushy and he was very easy-going but very astute and had all the attention to detail. So hopefully we made his night when we came to the tip. (we weren't slouches, nope.). I wish I remembered his name, it wasn't a typical name, but he was outstanding. That being said, make sure that you pack away a couple "bones" when you see the check- also make sure that you tip your waiter for the outstanding job that they do. So don't skimp on that either. So again: It isn't cheap, but a place like this shouldn't be. We had a great experience overall- Also, this isn't your T-shirt and shorts type of place. You have to dress up. No schleps.. Capeesh?!!? leave your sandals at home. Which it should be. This is an experience, not your local In-N-Out Burger joint. Excellent and tasteful decor- excellent service highly highly highly recommend.

I was really hopeful, but I thought the ribs were dry, as was the pulled pork. The fries were over…read morespiced. The bbq sauces were mediocre I wasn't impressed.

I recently had an unexpected Suprise! Some really good ribs from Secret Sauce BBQ in Schaumburg!…read moreI've been looking for some for a while. I'm not going to mention any names but every place for takeout to the Palatine area has Sucked. Too dry, overcooked, no meat, weird sauce, small portions, you name it, BAD. I took a chance on SSBBQ. They had a special promo in the Uber Eats App so I ordered a Slab +1/4 of Ribs, fries, Cole slaw and Beans. It was delivered quickly, warm and delicious! The Ribs were THICK and juicy with not too much sauce! All of the sides were fresh and really good. My wife and I both really loved the dinner and will be ordering again when we get the BBQ urge. Hats off to Secret Sauce and Uber Eats for getting us a great meal Fast...... Thx Jeff.

Wildfire is always a great experience. The steak was cooked perfectly and the food overall was…read moreexcellent. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and well prepared. The staff was very welcoming and accommodating, making sure we had everything we needed. The atmosphere was comfortable, the service was great, and the entire experience was enjoyable from start to finish.

Wildfire Schaumburg is also quite busy any time of the week. Making a reservation is very easy, and…read moregetting in is just as smooth once you reserve. Service is matched to other Wildfire locations, consistency is key, and that's a great thing. Service is also excellent. We ordered a small Kale and Spinach Salad to share. It can actually feed 3 people, but the two of us ate all of it. Delicious, I love their dressing. The Macadamia Nut Halibut is also a staple special and always a nice filling without overstuffing. You get a side with your entree and I opted for the delicious cottage fries. Their ranch dressing is fantastic. We topped off our meal with a wonderful carrot cake, which is absolutely for sharing. Coming to Wildfire has you in a setting feeling like you're at a supper club from the 70s but modernized. It's lively, but not too loud, and a great scene for a wonderful dinner with friends or your partner.

Potatoes were soggy and some shrimp overcooked, Cajun fries weren't crispy either but overall…read moreseasoning was good and everything else too! The staff were so helpful, the place provides markers for you to leave your mark at the restaurant such a unique style and interactive.

5 stars for the Crazy Crab in Streamwood…read more I went on a Thursday night where they have buy one get one crawfish and mussels and clams. It wasn't too crowded inside, our server was very friendly, and I liked the decor where guests can draw with crayon on the walls/tables and seats. I ordered all 3 flavors of sauce with insane heat level for my seafood boil bag, it was delicious. The insane heat level isn't too spicy, but I might have a higher level of tolerance more for spice. This is a messy meal - there are tons of sinks to clean up at afterwords and they give you bibs and gloves - definitely recommend using those when eating. Come only on the specials days otherwise it's too expensive. I will definitely be back for the Thursday deal.

Go, go, go. It's a little further away from the place I was staying at, but it was so fantastic…read more The place is cute, it has a "fancier" area, but honestly it didn't matter because the food was so good. The portions were large and honestly, easy to share. The fried calamari and shrimp and the shrimp scampi was SO GOOD. The cook was amazing, the shrimp were huge and had so much flavor. Something I was surprised by was the catfish. Holy crap. So much flavor and loved that it came with rice and potatoes. Get it. Just get it. The employees were efficient and helpful. If I'm in Chicago, I'll have to go back. Im dreaming of the fried calamari and shrimp combo and that catfish.

Went for wife's birthday. Sat outside…read more Food was Ok. Service was poor. Will not be back.

Surf's Up -- are you in Mt Prospect, or your favorite seaside shack by the water? Santa Cruz, Cocoa…read moreBeach, Cabo, Surfer's Point? The restaurant is small, with limited seating, but brightly decorated and immersive on the surf decor. I ordered the fish n chips, and they let me know it would be about 12 minutes, because they make everything fresh. No problema, dude. Beach Boys, surf music and other mellow tunes play overhead while you wait. It wasn't long at all, and I was presented with three (3!!!) crisply battered fish filets on a mound of seasoned shoestring fries. It was hot (prepared to order, remember), and delicious. The fries were awesome as well. I thought it was a little pricey, but the portions were large and I had plenty to take away. My fish was delish -- and I'd be glad to come back and try some of the other combos. The people who worked here were chill and friendly. Good vibrations!

This little, unassuming restaurant should not be missed! Surf's Up in Mt. Prospect is conveniently…read morelocated right next to the AMC Theater in Randhurst and this is the perfect place to grab a bite before the movies! This is a cute little restaurant with a few tables, window seats and seating along the wall. With the weather being nice there are tables outside too. Hubby and I wanted some seafood and we passed by Surf's Up a few times so it's long overdue for us to stop and try the food today. The owner, Lisa, was working behind the counter. She is so sweet and certainly very proud of her restaurant! We asked her for recommendations and she was happy to share some of the top preferred items of guests. She gave us time to look over the menu. I settled on the fried catfish dinner with a side of grits, greens & a roll. Hubby wanted fish and chips with a roll. Lisa told us that everything is made fresh to order so it would be about 15-20 mins. We weren't in any hurry, but we appreciated the heads up and the fact that it was all freshly made. The food arrived crispy and hot and oh so delicious! My catfish was so flakey. The grits and greens were the perfect sides to go with it. Hubs really enjoyed his fish and chips. The fries were so good, we couldn't stop eating them. Lisa also sold us on the fresh bread pudding, but we so full so we had to take it go. Just finished it tonight and it was even more delicious than she described! We will certainly be returning to try the shrimp po' boy and other items on her menu! Plus more bread pudding. Don't pass up this cute little place with delicious fresh seafood and desserts plus friendly service.

I'm so glad we stopped over at Torizen in Schaumburg. Service was good. We got seated quickly in a…read morequiet area in a book-like setting. Dishes were tasty, and an ice cold beer was perfect. I love the mixture of ceramic wear that comes with the various dishes. I tend to order the classics like Tonkatsu, Agedashi Tofu, or Croquettes.

The quality of the food was unbeatable. My favorites were the hamachi sashimi and the soft shell…read morecrab. The hamachi was sliced into thick pieces, and each one just melted in your mouth. I've never seen the color on a soft shell crab this vibrant before. It just looked so appetizing. At the end of the day, I feel that you can't go wrong with anything on the menu so give it all a try!