Oh wow! I never would have imagined an experience like this in Valpo. We had a last-minute reunion…read moreduring the holidays and managed to snag spots on the bar side. It looked like reservations are highly recommended if you're planning to dine in. The ambience was elegant, calm, and intimate, and the service was hard-working, cheerful, and accommodating. Our large group ordered a variety of drinks, and not a single person was disappointed. I can personally vouch for the espresso martini and the Fashioned in Apple; both perfectly suited my tastes. For dessert, a friend ordered the chocolate mousse while I chose the Yule Log. The presentation was gorgeous and delicate, and of course, they were delicious. Now I just need to come back to try the food. The prices might sting a bit, but I have a feeling my taste buds will convince me it's worth it.

We drove 1.5 hours to try this spot--and it was absolutely worth it. We started with cocktails at…read morethe bar lounge while waiting for the rest of our party. A quick tip: definitely call ahead for a reservation. The dining area is small but cozy, offering a really intimate vibe. The cocktails were fantastic, and the staff couldn't have been friendlier. The food? Outstanding. You can tell the owner knows a thing or two about authentic flavors--probably from time spent traveling and living abroad. I really appreciated how true the dishes stayed to their roots. The semi-open kitchen was also a great touch--it shows they're confident in their craft and proud of what they're serving. I'm not usually big on desserts, but wow. Honestly, they might be more known for their desserts than the entrees, but both were amazing. What really pulls it all together is the service--attentive, thoughtful, and full of personality. That's what makes this place special.

SERVICE- My mom wanted to sit at a table but they made us sit at the bar. Yet it still took at…read moreleast 5 minutes before we got our drinks. We had to occasionally wait to ask for items such as plates for the appetizers. DRINKS- Old, sour, flat beer. Maybe the keg lines need to get cleaned out? Maybe the beer is just old? I don't know what it is but it just didn't taste right on tap or even in the can. Had a pungent with no carbonation taste to it. At least my mom liked her red wine. FOOD- Overall just alright and average. Seems to be a hit or miss. Calamari- Rubbery and hard to chew. I think it was over cooked Oysters Rockefeller- Tasted like a puke ball. There was only 5 of them. I couldn't even taste the Oysters as it was overwhelmed by other flavors. Tasted like buttery breadcrumbs. Chicken Noodle soup- Was told it is the "best" in Porter County. I got a cup. It was good but only half way filled. I think it needed more chicken. Chicken Parmesan- Sauce could have been better. Pasta was good Sausage and Mushroom Pizza- Thick raw crust on the bottom! Doughy and frozen pizza quality. The pizza looked good on the top but the crust on the bottom tasted raw and mushy. My brother said it was worse the a veggie lasagna from Gordon Food Service which we never even finished eating all of it. PRICE- Over priced for a "fancy" higher class restaurant. The bill was $95 for 2 appetizers, 2 entries and 4 beers and 2 glass of wine. How can this be a scratch kitchen with such a wide and diversified menu?

Stopped in for a dinner here this evening. Food menu had a wide variety of many different items…read morefrom burgers, pasta, pizza and seafood. Was not sure what to prefer but definitely wanted to try a martini! Had the watermelon martini and it did not disappoint! Had a salad for dinner and hub had the Ruben. Michelle our server was very good and gave suggestions for the menu. They are open on Monday nights! The ambiance is ok with a bar over 21 with high tops and a family dining area with tables and booths. Food was good and it was pleasantly quiet, but was a Monday evening. We'll come back to try other items on the menu.

It's one of those places that just turns into "our place". It's that place you go to that has that…read morething you like. And your kids like. And your husbands favorite everything. I've never had a bad meal here. Just be mindful of the hours: they close for a spell after lunch and reopen for dinner.

Well now I think they are in the 3rd or 4th set of owners. Menu has stayed consistent but the…read morepreparation is not consistent. They seem to use way too much sugary ingredients in their sauces which the original owners didn't. The tastes are not the same. The spice level doesn't exist on dishes like Spicy Basil. The menu indicates it's spicy but they don't put any spice in it unless you ask now... then don't indicate it's spicy. Sushi is rank and old not fresh. They continually leave out ingredients for example on the Pad Thai the bean sprouts and cabbage never make it to the top of the dish anymore. Hard pass now , they are living on the reputation of the original owners. Won't go back and I've been there at least 50 times since inception.

Came here for lunch. I had the Grapefruit Martini, tomato Goat Cheese Bisque, and the Primce Edward…read moreMussels. The Bisque was flavorful and hated a slight kick. The mussels were in a delicious white wine and garlic sauce. Came with two pieces of garlic bread. The martini was refreshing. I also ordered the chocolate strawberry martini, which was good. Overall, everything was very good. I'll have to come back soon to try their sushi and oysters.

After the first great review came here a bunch since, it's a bit of a roller coaster. I get it…read morelunch weekend isn't busy dinner time is, so it's going to change your experience. But now I've been 7-8 times, the apps are always perfect. Bisque, mussels and oysters are excellent but the entrees are hit and miss. More hits than misses but not consistently flavorful. Service completely comes down to how busy, if it's busy, it's luck on how quick you will get your items and if you'll be able to get another beverage

The service was great. Our waitress was knowledgeable and gave us great service. I have to say she…read morerecommended the Osso Bucco Tender roasted pork served over romano mashed potatoes and sautéed asparagus. Finished with a pan jus sauce. He was absolutely fantastic. The only recommendation is with the presentation and delivery that they have a plate underneath the primary dish to be able to transfer the asparagus and pork to cut up.

OK, so first of all, I will say Stacks has really great food. If you're looking for a really good…read moreItalian beef sandwich and homemade onion dip with homemade chips this is a place to go. The only unfortunate thing it is very hard to get into without having a reservation way in advance. My husband and I have tried to go here several times in the past six months, but I have not had any luck getting a seat. So I recommend getting a reservation ahead of time if you want the main floor. But they do need to do something about the reservation system online. Like I said, it is very hard to make a reservation earlier than 8 PM online.

Came here because I was in the area and figured I'd give it a shot. It's not bad, but it's not…read moreblowing your mind either. The chips were fresh and the salsa had decent flavor. I ordered the steak tacos -- meat was seasoned pretty well, maybe a little greasy but still good. Rice and beans were just okay. Not bad, just kind of standard. Service was alright. Nobody was rude, but it wasn't super attentive either. Had to ask for a refill and the food took a little longer than expected. Overall, it's one of those places that's fine if you're nearby and craving Mexican food. I wouldn't drive across town for it, but if you're in the neighborhood, it gets the job done.

I'm from Southern California, so my Mexican food expectations are...high. That said, Picante…read moreMexican Cuisine in Valparaiso did a decent job. Quick service, super friendly staff, and food that hits the spot, just don't expect SD level tacos, and you'll leave happy!

Ordered ahead of time a day early. Food was ready when we arrived and was correct. Everyone…read moreenjoyed the meal. Pestos is still awesome!!!

Arrived a little early on a Friday. This place is always busy! We were seated right away. Bread and…read moredipping oil always a hit. The salmon salad on the spring menu was delicious. Perfect really. Hubby had seafood alfredo. Plenty for leftovers. Our server Kylie was quick and attentive. Love the Italian atmosphere and music playing in the background. We don't come often but enjoy when we do dine here!

Our dinner was amazing last night! My filet was cooked to a perfect medium and melted in my mouth!…read moreI added blue cheese and it was chef's kiss! My girlfriend got the filet tips and it was delicious as well! The French onion soup was so good too! Definitely going back! Our service was great too! Her name was Brittany A!

Excellent prime rib, service and hospitality. It is a consistent product offered every time.read more

Super pretentious restaurant where no substitutions, deletions, additions, subtractions, or…read moreamendments of any kind are allowed. Any chance I could get that without... Nope! But I don't really like... Order something else! But let's keep going... Reservation at 745 at a full restaurant and I notice that no one, NO ONE, has any food on their table...hmmm... Quickly get some drinks and order. Appetizers arrive at 915...915... That's 1.5 hours later... to get appetizers... of oysters and salmon tartare. Keep in mind this wasn't to go diving in the sea and catch the oysters and salmon, but rather to shuck oysters, and also serve salmon tartare = doesn't require any cooking! But let's keep going... A full 2 hours after ordering, dinner finally arrives. During this time I've read War and Peace, crocheted a sweater, and grown a full beard. Meanwhile, during this two hour wait, not even a mention from the waitress or anyone else about, hey sorry for the delay... Sorry we're backed up... We're really backed up... We're short staffed...The chef lost an arm while preparing dinner... Anything? Nothing. Communication would have been helpful because maybe could have decided to pull the plug and call it a night. No, instead it's like carry on as of nothing's wrong. A few more things to add: -This is the second time I've been here. The first time wasn't great but, you know, second chances right? There's no third chance -During dinner I walked by the kitchen a few times and there was NOTHING happening. There were plenty of people, just doing nothing. It's not like there were 78 steaks on the grill and a beehive of activity. -Since deletions, substitutions, additions or amendments of any kind aren't allowed and since I don't eat the sides that came with my meal, I ordered a separate side of spinach. About 1.45 hours into the ordeal, the waitress tells me they're out of spinach. I don't care, I tell her, I don't want anything else just please bring our dinners. -The restaurant is LOUD. If you've ever eaten on the deck of an aircraft carrier, well that's quieter than this restaurant. -Finally, their Internet was down so no credit cards, so I paid cash and ran out of there like my hair was on fire -Food was meh, but definitely not worth the price So in conclusion, unless you want to spend most of your adult life waiting for an OK dinner, while losing your hearing, I would skip Main and Lincoln.

2+ hours to get your food after ordering. Steak was surprisingly thin and small. Server was good,…read moreatmosphere was okay.

We love the quality of food at Parea and the consistent 5 star service from Samantha! She is a…read morelight and works so hard to make sure we are satisfied each time we dine in. Highly recommend!!!

The food was amazing & people were very friendly in explaining the menu. Relaxing ambience to enjoy…read moreour meal.