Ambiance - decor, greenery, lights, indoor outdoor feel…read more Food - bursting with flavor; unique selections You can also dine outside. No screen rules - makes an enjoyable eating, screen free time

Nice cafe style. You order at the counter…read more He crepes were good. Soft and big. The drinks we got were okay. I got the strawberry matcha lemonade and it was meh. Needed a little more flavor. Only issue is that it was super slow. Took forever to get our order.

On a recent work trip to Chicago, I had the chance to experience all of Eataly's offerings. During…read moremy first visit, I picked up some sweet treats to enjoy after dinner. First, I explored the endless snack aisles and selected a bag of chocolate-hazelnut biscuits to take home. I couldn't resist the gelato and tried the pistachio flavor (yum!) On my next visit to Eataly a couple of days later, I ordered a cappuccino, and while my beverage took a long time to prepare, the espresso tasted very high quality. The pastries looked stunning and decadent, and I imagine they'd pair wonderfully with espresso if you have time to linger at the cafe (I was in a hurry to get to a work meeting). The next day, my team and I visited Eataly's restaurant for lunch. I selected the anchovy toast as my starter and the gnocchi for my main as part of the lunch special. The toast consisted of two slices of sourdough bread topped with creamy lemon spread and anchovies. The contrast of the bright lemon flavor with the ultra-salty anchovies was tempered by the creamy butter - these all paired together quite well. The gnocchi, on the other hand, was underwhelming. The gnocchi was much too soft (it had the texture of mashed potatoes), and the red sauce was bland. All in all, visiting Eataly was a cool way to experience gourmet Italian food.

We have never been here before and saw they offered a summer Fridays tasting event. The event…read moreitself I wouldn't recommend - they give you tiny sample portions of preselected items on paper hotdog containers. Considering this place is supposed to have some class, we were pretty appalled that they seemed to do the bare minimum for this event. I felt very deceived by how this event was advertised online vs in real life. It seems they intentionally left out details and was marketed as five tastings at five counters, but we receieved barely a sample at each sation. The website said 1. house made pasta - you have one option and it was three bites, no vegetarian option 2. roman-style pizza - only thing I won't complain about although still a small portion 3. Curated drink from Caffe Lavazza - this was a dixie cup portion of a blended Frappuccino 4. house made pastry - they gave you the option of literal bite sized dessert, not a whole pastry 5. the artisanal salumi and formaggi - pathetic, literally 1 piece of meat, three pieces of the same type of cheeses, three olives, and dry stale crackers. Honestly for what they offer this was a slap in the face and from a consumer perspective Eataly's attempt at a summer money making scheme. I would find it hard to believe anyone who rave about this event, in fact I imagine most left very underwhelmed and still hungry. Eataly itself might be a great experience but we did not have the opportunity. We enjoyed the spritz drinks we ordered for their $9 summer special but this event did not make me want to return at all. It unfortunately dangled everything they could have offered in front of us, but then gave us the lowest tier. Driving in traffic to do this was not worth the time, gas, parking or inconvenience and the best part of our city night was when we stepped out of Eataly.

I absolutely cannot believe that I didn't spend hours constructing this review because Crepas…read moreCulichi wasn't just a culinary delight, it was an experience in and of itself. The lattes were rich and robust, and my husband's hot chocolate was sweet and luscious! I ordered a savory poblano crepe and added shrimp - it was delicious - while my husband ordered a sweet one. The ambiance can be described as nothing other than...REGAL. Just grand, and beautiful - you feel like you're surrounded by luxury. Even the hot sauce is dispensed in these cute glass bottles. And the service matches the regality - everyone is super attentive! Love this and we will be back - not just for the ambiance but also for the food.

Amazing crepes , beautiful setup, awesome customer service…read more This Was my daughter's choice and she picked well. The are is amazing as well with lots to do.

(Kari's Rating 8/10)…read more Give me some friends after a adult, gymnastics classes, the place was relatively good. I remember the salad being very fresh and delicious with the right ratio of salad dressing to leaves. There's an actual iguana here, which is really funny. The staff was relatively nice, and we had a larger group and we were able to get seated right away. I wouldn't come out of my way as I don't live in the area, but I do remember the Caesar salad being delicious.

Definition of a hidden gem. I had never heard of this place other than my friends who came here one…read moreyear ago and were still talking about it that we had to come back. I was expecting it to be more of a cafe vibe but felt more restaurant than cafe to me which I liked! The menu is quite a variety.... Crepes, sandwiches, and wraps but also pastas, and it all sounded quite good. Several of my friends got the raspberry latte which looked delicious! I got the cup of chili and then split 2 crepes with my friend. These are HUGE and well worth the price. We got the Budapest as a savory option and the almond joy as a sweet and they were both sooooo good. Our waitress even brought us new plates in between. Great spot and I'll have to come out of my way to come back here!

I just heard about this (very) French bakery right in the heart of Old Town Chicago a couple of…read moredays ago, and with friends coming in from the west coast today, my wife sent me the La Fournette for a loaf of bread and some pastries. I got there early in the morning and when In walked in the front door the aromas hit me like I was on the the Left Bank in Paris. The selection of assorted pastries hit me like a Mack Truck. My mission on this morning was a whole sliced Sourdough bread, other "goodie's" and I finished with one of the best: Coffee Lattes with Espresso mixed with steamed milk and a thin layer of foam. Before even trying their baked goods, my coffee latte was one of the best I've ever had, and I've had them all over the world. This little hidden gem on Wells St. now became our sourdough bread bakery!

Solid spot for pastries in Old Town! Throughly enjoyed my chicken and spinach quiche. (4.3/5)…read moreThe apple danish was nothing special. You can skip! (2.8/5) Staff were all extremely kind and friendly. They were fast despite it being busy! Tables outside as well as in.

Highly recommend this spot! Bru offers a variety of sweet and savory crepes - as someone who makes…read moremy own crepes at home, I am very impressed with the quality of Bru's. They are thin and delicious with crispy edges! We were also helped by a very nice barista. Overall, service, food, and vibes are great!

I found this gem of a coffee shop located just next to Myopic Bookstore…read more Beverages: 5/5. You can't do espresso wrong, and it's a perfect mid-afternoon pick me up for further urban exploration. Service: 5/5. Cool. Ambiance: 5/5. Hella eclectic and dope vibe, similar to the infamous (and now closed) Bourgeois Pig in Franklin Village, L.A.

Service was super fast and friendly. I'm not sure if this place is still called crepe & bean or…read morecomplete converted to a Brü Chicago but either way it's worth a try. The space is great for studying too. The menu has so many choices and easy to eat while working. The crepes come in an ingenious container that can unravel as you eat and keeps your hands clean, letting me type this review while still eating. The yuzu honey matcha was great. The matcha on top was strong. The honey and yuzu was refreshing. Lots of milk options available. Minimal matcha sediment over time too.

Crepe & Bean is such a gem! Their crepes are always delicious, and I love that they serve BRÜ…read morecoffee. They also have some of the best smoothies around. My favorites are the Orange Line, Blue Line, and Green Line. They have a great selection of pastries, the service is always quick, and the staff is friendly. So glad to have them right in my building!

Boy oh boy, was this disappointing. I ordered the chicken Mediterranean and s'mores crepes. For so…read moremany fresh ingredients in the savory crepe, it still boggles my mind as to how bland it was. The sweet one was better tasting, but the crispiness on some parts of the crepe (that weren't the crushed graham crackers) threw me off. Prior to eating the crepes, I saw that they offered a punch card, so I elected to get it punched. I got one punch for two crepes purchases, which added to the disappointment. Ultimately, it wasn't a big deal since I don't plan on visiting again.

I really wanted to like this place but the young lady serving me this overpriced crepe failed me…read more The picture you see is what I got after I returned to the counter to request that my crepe look like the one advertised instead of a boring flapjack. Forgot to get a photo before rushing it back to the counter. I mean what was she thinking? Seemed quite surprised I would want it the right way. No cream, powder or sauce was added. Who the hell pays almost $9 for something that looked so unpresentable and in a bleeding box instead of a plate?! As for taste--nothing special really considering the price. Can't say I'll return or recommend.