Found out about this restaurant in Oswego after learning it has a couple locations around. It has a classy casualness about it. Neat Kitchen And Bar is still a lot more casual though. A happy hour always helps. The food can get pricy but there's a few things at okay prices. Coming here was actually kind of hard because of where it actually is. It's kind of hidden from the main road. There's only one way to get in here and you have to make the correct turns. Has a bar with a good amount of seats at it. Rest of the inside has plenty of tables. It's $7 for cocktail specials at happy hour. The best one of these we got was the Caramel Harvest Spritz. Has a sweetness to it. This is made with apple cider, soda, and Wheatley vodka. It's $14 for the B.Y.O.B. Burger. We added $1 more to get the veggie patty. Looks a lot like a typical burger. These come with a side such as fries. Have to say it turned out pretty good actually. It's closed Mondays. There's another location in Westmont. read more

Neat Kitchen and Bar - Caramel Harvest Spritz And B.Y.O.B. Burger With Veggie Patty - Burgers Near Me - Oswego, Illinois

Neat Kitchen is exactly what Oswego's dining scene has been missing. We finally have a non-fast food, non-chain restaurant that's actually worth sitting down and dining at. While it's not overly fancy, more of an elevated bar-food concept, it still exceeded all of my expectations. They've also done an incredible job remodeling the space that used to be Prohibition. The ambiance is warm and welcoming while still feeling cozy and refined. The drinks are fantastic & honestly, I'd come here just for cocktails and appetizers with friends. My group ordered an Old Fashioned, a Manhattan, and I went with the Golden Cider, which was like a fall-inspired Moscow Mule. We all loved our drinks and would definitely order them again. For an appetizer, we shared the mussels (a family favorite). The portion size was impressive & easily more than what you get at most places & the sauce was absolutely delicious. The accompanying bread complemented it perfectly. I'd absolutely reorder this. For my meal, I went with the Shrimp Po'Boy since it's not something you often see around here, while the others in my party tried the Wagyu burger and loved it. The shrimp on my sandwich were perfectly battered and fried, and the sandwich itself was enormous with great flavor and portion size all around. Service was great as well; our waitress was friendly and attentive, and we had a wonderful overall experience. I'm genuinely so happy that Oswego finally has a solid local dining option. I highly recommend checking out Neat Kitchen whether for a casual dinner, a night out with friends, or just drinks and apps, it's a fantastic addition to the area. I wish I did a better job at taking photos but we were all so hungry and excited that I forgot lol read more

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This restaurant has such a nice vibe! The food is excellent, great music playing, staff professional and friendly. I couldn't say enough about it!! We are starting to eat here once a week as our FAVORITE restaurant. Thank you Neat! read more

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Neat Kitchen has been a GREAT addition to the Oswego community! It truly is a total hidden gem! The craft cocktails are incredibly awesome , the burgers are the best I have ever had & the service is always top notch & super friendly ( shout out to Anthony he is a rock star). I also tried the Mussels and they were AMAZING I cannot wait to go back & get more. Definitely save room for the Bread Pudding it seriously is the best you will ever have! Neat Kitchen is quickly becoming one of our favorite go to spots. I am looking forward to checking out their live music & new Brunch Menu when they roll out soon. Definitely stop in & order one of everything you will not be sorry! read more

We kind of stumbled onto this location. What caught our eyes was Neat Kitchen, being familiar with Neat Kitchen in Westmont. We did not realize it was the same owners. We have always had great experiences at the Westmont location and were thrilled to find out they are the same owners! Went here with another couple for a casual Sunday lunch. Each dish was outstanding! Burgers were juicy and large. Tuscan Chicken sandwich was delicious. The Porboy sandwich was great and the Brussel Sprouts and chicken Salad excellent! Add in the great service of Reese and it was all perfect. We will be back and will recommend to our friends! read more

Welcoming staff & friendly bartender, he greeted us with a big smile making us feel like regulars. The restaurant gives a classy vibe while remaining relaxed. We usually go for drinks & appetizers but the entrees look & smell amazing! Giving the impression that everything is crafted with care and attention to detail. Nice drink menu - I had the special cocktail of the week & it did not disappoint! They also have vegan items read more

Neat Kitchen and Bar - Onion rings & veggies with hummus - Burgers Near Me - Oswego, Illinois

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Small portions for the price of the full salad. Barely any lettuce. Chicken super salty and dry, overcooked. Dressing zero flavor. Burgers are thick but consistently very dry every time we order. Onion rings always overcooked. Disappointed. Wanted to like this place. Nothing decent in town and hoped this place would be different but after about 6 tries I'm out. read more

Excellent service and great food! My husband and I stopped in on a weeknight, the place has a cozy clean atmosphere. Loved sitting at the high top table with a cute little candle and ample views of the tvs. The nachos with chicken and queso blanco were so good! Would've taken a photo but we were starving. Looking forward to trying other options on the menu! read more

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Excellent! Love this place. Food is always a 10/10 especially the Mussels- the sauce is so good you can eat it err drink it by itself! Love the atmosphere. What a gem! Service is great, consistently! I've enjoyed everything I've tried here. I try to get here a couple times a week! Well run and management has their finger on the pulse, and recognizes regulars. I almost feel like Norm. This is a well kept neighborhood secret! read more

Service was great! Comfortable atmosphere and the food was delicious. Got a delicious mocktail, chicken sandwich and onion rings - best onion rings i've had! read more

Good food! Great service. Very contemporary vibe. Very good experience.... .....clean restrooms..... read more

Great little local place with craft beers and good food. Menu changes periodically, service is outstanding. Love that the owners are typically there and visible, visiting tables to make sure everything is ok. read more

Great place. This is our favorite place. Service is always outstanding. Everything on menu ( especially the muscles ) are top-notch. You wanna soak up every bit of the marinade that comes with the muscles so order more bread. We have tried many items on the menu. Everything's outstanding. We would recommend this place to anyone. By the way, get an egg on top of your burger. It's great.. Dan in Yorkville read more

The special for Crab Cakes is the best I've ever had. I would recommend it highly. The atmosphere is perfect on a Saturday night.

Food is very good, I love the Korean style Sandwich and the happy hour . Stuff is friendly

My daughter doesn't generally like eggs, but ordered the Neat Burger with the fried duck egg and didn't stop raving. The Korean Cheesesteak was really fantastic, I could see just popping in and getting one to go. It's very clean, and welcoming, with a very courteous and professional group of servers/waitstaff. read more

Enjoyed a lovely meal and great service on our visit to the Oswego location! Highly recommended

Food was really delicious!! Cocktails were well done! The staff was very friendly and checked in on us. Will come back!

New local favorite for us! Great service from the time you are greeted at the door to the service at your table. Wife loves the Short Rib Grilled Cheese and I go for the Grilled Salmon Salad! And the Onion Rings were a fab side starter for us. But so much more to try. And of course, a very nice selection of beverages from the bar! read more

Received top tier service for a party of 25, right before closing. I'm not sure if my experience here could have been any better than what it was. Our waitress had very good recommendations for drinks and food. She didn't miss a beat and was training another staff member. The atmosphere was nice and chill. We had quite a few kids in our party and the staff was more than accommodating and super nice. A few items I tried were the hummus, nachos, short rib grilled cheese, Cali in a bun, truffle fries, tater tots, Brussels sprouts and bbq chicken wings...big back I know! All items were fresh out of the kitchen for our entire party and seasoned well! This place is a must try! read more

Great service, food, drinks & staff! A lil pricey for drinks but craft in making is well worth price-Really yummy food & will be back if in area-keep up the stellarness! read more

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Fresh, quality ingredients, expertly prepared and served by well trained staff make Neat Kitchen and Bar in Oswego a welcome respite from the fast food places that line the streets in this area. Service is attentive, yet not intrusive. The welcoming ambiance allows diners to relax and enjoy the experience. read more

Neat Kitchen and Bar - Short rib grilled cheese sandwich. Well trimmed meat perfectly cooked with zero fat. Flavorful and fresh. - Burgers Near Me - Oswego, Illinois

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I had really been wanting to try this place, and finally got the chance to take the family for a birthday dinner. We drove 20 minutes on a Sunday and arrived at 7:15 PM, only to be told the kitchen had already closed the kitchen at 7 even though the posted hours online say they're open until 8. INot sure if we'll give it another chance. read more

Amazing American Wagyu Burger with roasted mushrooms, crispy shallots and truffle aioli. I found the wait staff friendly and helpful.

Live music on a Sunday afternoon, great friendly bartender, awesome food. Nachos and muscles were outstanding. Check this place out.

Good service. Got a burger. Apparently, the cooks there have never heard of seasoning the meat. Bland city! Fries were fine but unremarkable. No need to return. read more

Good food. Good atmosphere. Bar tender was great. Overall good vibe. Pricing was good.

Great experience every time we've come--as a couple, with a larger group for book club, and with my family of 4 with two kids. Soups, salads, entrees, desserts, drinks--all delicious. The staff is great and the atmosphere is beautiful. read more

For my birthday dinner, we drove out to Plano to try a new restaurant that ended up being closed unexpectedly. I was so bummed but decided to settle on somewhere else.. until a friend called and mentioned she'd just eaten at Neat and highly recommended it. Well... it was meant to be! We headed to Neat and were greeted with big smiles, a warm welcome, and a lovely atmosphere (they've done wonders with the place!) We loved every bite and sip we shared... -a Cobb salad loaded with chicken and flavor (most filling Cobb I've had in a long time) -Korean cauliflower (we will get this app every time we go) -Tuscan chicken sandwich with a side of homemade onion rings (yes. solid yes.) -Potato soup... ummm can we say addicting?! -Noon Whistle beer on draft? Yesssss! We had leftovers to bring home but still ended up with the bread pudding for dessert and have no regrets. 10/10 we will be back. Great vibes, incredible service, & such delicious food! read more

My husband & I visited Neat Kitchen and Bar for the first time this evening. We were blown away by the quality of food, the friendly and attentive staff, and attention to detail. We tried the wagyu burger and it was one of the best burgers we've ever had! My husband ordered the ahi tuna salad, which he said was delicious and the sweet potato fries were so good, we ordered another serving. Start to finish, it was one of the better meals we've had in a while. We'll definitely be coming back! read more

Neat Kitchen and Bar in Oswego has great drinks, yummy mussel appetizer and burgers, and a very friendly staff!

The bartender was great...I couldn't get to him so he came around out from behind the bar to help us. Alex I think. Made a custom drink for me so our brief 10 min wait for a table 7:30 sat night was fine. Food was good. The Cuban was big and cheesy. The blackened chix sand had juicy chic and the flavors went together well. The Nashville hot was too hot, hard to eat but was a nice size. Loved the sweet potato fries and the mini lobster rolls. Onion rings were huge and very stiff/breaded but tasty. Server was fantastic. Amy I think. Attentive and nice. Perfect. Highly recommend, lovely spot. read more

What a great find! A cozy neighborhood spot that serve the most delicious food and cocktails. Great service great atmosphere can't wait to go back. The mussels were divine, and the brisket grilled cheese is something everyone should try! read more

Have been here twice. Korean cauliflower is spot on. Not too sweet not too spicy. Blackened chicken sammie was really well cooked. Juicy and peppery. Great service. Attentive and friendly. Just the right amount of space with checks in on how we were doing. Nice craft beer selection. Will definitely be back ,as there are several items on the menu I want to try. read more

Food was great and the staff is great, the owner even came by our table to thank us for coming out. We've been back already and everything we've tried we've loved. Definitely a new favorite spot. read more

The manager and staff do a great job ensuring each table has a positive experience. Menu offers something for everyone. Best to go on weekday nights or during the day. It's a small place so gets crowded on Fri/Sat nights. Can't wait to see what they do with outdoor space in summer. read more

Excellent food, excellent service--I do hope that more folks will support this restaurant--so many things I want to try and, to all those saying that it's pricy--you will pay for quality food, ingredients and staff(totally worth it!) perhaps Burger King is more your speed read more

Amazing food, great service! Very cozy and many types of seating areas. Compliments to the chef!

Food was good, service was good. A refreshing experience of casual dining with quality food and a great atmosphere. Highly recommend this new restaurant. read more

Good food, friendly staff, good beer selection too. Can't wait to go back and try other things