In June, we had my daughter's rehearsal dinner here. The ambience of the room we had was great; off from the rest of the public part of the restaurant but still in the heart of the place with access to the the spacious patio. We had the event on a Thursday, which is also on the evening that the city of Westmont holds their car show there on Cass. This made for a little challenge with parking but it was worth the extra walk to have a fun event at the same time as ours. It was a fun diversion on that wonderful summer evening. The drinks were plentiful and the food was delicious. The servers were completely attentive. read more

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I went to neat kitchen and bar for happy hour on a Monday and was fairly disappointed that the happy hour didn't include any food specials, $10 cocktails and $6 draft beers just an ok deal. I tried the shrimp po boy and my husband had the Nashville hot chicken and we thought both were just average. The service however was excellent and we had an attentive waitress. Given many other less pricey options with better food, likely would not come back. read more

Seriously. How can you run a restaurant with only one employee? The bartender was the only person there- waiting tables (badly), serving the bar (badly). All the time the owner/manager was prancing around like a peacock not doing anything. Service- horrible. Food- overpriced. First and last visit! read more

Neat Kitchen & Bar is in downtown Westmont and was recommended to me over the years before moving out to the western burbs. Once I was out here I decided to give Neat a try and have been back several times since. Their food is always good and fresh - I've never been disappointed in any of my meals. Service is usually pretty friendly and quick especially when the restaurant is packed. read more

Thank you Neat for accommodating 20 of us on a Friday Night of the Taste. Everyone was so kind. Kate helped me order for the group which was so helpful. Smiles, good food, great service and a packed place. Thank you for a great night. read more

We came during the taste and it wasn't super slammed so we popped in. It was a little crowded, fast paced but not too loud! Our server was so so sweet! Emma I believe was her name. Good recommendations and she still gave great service despite running around! The only reason this isn't a 5 star- we had to get new utensils like everyone we had still had lettuce, cheese or something on it. Super off putting so we ultimately decided on using our hands. We had a potato soup, highlight of the meal. We got a side of shredded cheese and sour cream and it made it that much better. So good! The short rib grilled cheese was dry, but not inedible. Our fries were lukewarm at best. Our brussel sprouts were "flash fried" but burnt beyond belief. We tried just picking the bacon out. But they were absolutely dry and crisped up lil sprouts. The lobster salad reminded me of seafood salad from Jewel. It was weirdly over mayo-y and the Bibb lettuce was so brown and withered that too was inedible. Ultimately, we boxed everything up because our server was insanely sweet and we didn't wanna leave extra work for her LOL. Would return for service, drinks and soup but definitely not for food! read more

Service was amazing, whether table or at the bar. Cocktails were very good. Bartenders were attentive. When we got to the table, the servers were very kind. Manager would not let us have the fireplace on. It was cold. Trivia and ambient music was way too loud for our group. Ambient noise was way too loud. At least they let us have the music and trivia announcements be turned down slightly. Would come back, but they need to be better attentive to their guests. There was no reason the fire shouldn't be turned on ("because of cost" as we were told) when it was 40degrees outside and requested as we were sitting by the fireplace. Food was good. Servers were great. It was a happening place in Westmont, for sure. read more

I really like Neat Kitchen & Bar, and that's why I returned again to catch up with another party of 3 just about a month after our first visit. It was a Monday, and wow, this place was packed and hoppin' and it's a deservedly popular place indeed. Being somewhat creatures of habit, we got the same two delicious appetizers as last time - the mussels ($17) and the crispy chicken bao buns ($14). The sauce with the mussels is so good and addictive. I had their Neat burger ($17) this time with fries and it was tip-top delicious. My two pals and colleagues both had their whiskey BBQ burger, one with regular fries and the other with sweet potato fries. I also had a couple dark beers for a change from one of my favorite Chicago breweries and they were delicious: - Maplewood Fat Pug oatmeal milk stout (5.9% ABV), $9 - Maplewood Brownie Points Nitro brown ale (5.7% ABV), $8 Brooke B was our young lady server and she did a fine job on a busy night. On our arrival and check-in, the hands-on guy at the front desk happened to be Matt the owner. He's a friendly guy with a good memory and he runs a mighty fine brewpub. I look forward to revisiting again sometime. read more

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We love going to Neat Kitchen & Bar for quick, easy, yet tasty plates. From their wings with solid heat, to their flavorful nachos, to their savory burgers, we always leave full and happy. Anna & Justin at the bar are super friendly and they have a killer Happy Hour you should check out too! read more

DRINK REVIEW ONLY Stopped by Neat Kitchen + Bar for Happy Hour. Well Spirits, Draft Beer, and Wine are all $5. Additionally, classic cocktails are $7-$8. We were also told that on Friday's, HH includes $5 off appetizers. Justin was our bartender and he was AMAZING! Very friendly, created great balance in drinks ordered, and nicely made conversation with us. We started by ordering a gin and tonic as well as a cosmo. The cosmo was not overly based with cranberry juice which was a pleasant surprise. I followed up with a Lavender 75 drink with vodka instead of gin. The drink had a good balance of bubbles from the champagne, subtle lavender, and lemon. Our last drink was the Apricot Sour. While it was whiskey forward, I loved the froth, nice fruity apricot taste, and fruity garnish at the end. Our drinks all around were amazing and I will certainly be back next time to try some food! read more

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The servers at the bar were friendly and welcoming. Food was fresh and tasty we had a burger and short rib dinner

Fell off. Pick up no bbq for my short rib grilled cheese, side of slaw tiny container. If Matt still was around (god rest his soul) this would never happen. It's a shame what has happened with neat read more

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The food was delicious, the drinks were perfect, the service was incredible. Truly a great experience all around.

First time going to Neat Kitchen, and it won't be my last! I went with my dad for lunch, and they had a few great lunch specials going on, however we both opted to get something else. I ended up with the prosciutto and mozzarella sliders. They were simple yet flavorful, and the roasted garlic aioli paired very well with them. My dad got the mussels which come with chorizo, harissa, and Chardonnay sauce. Those were excellent, some of the better mussels I've tried. They have plenty of salads if you're looking for something lighter, and also several vegetarian options. Service was great, and the bar looked very nice with countless options of whiskey. read more

Neat Kitchen + Bar - Prosciutto Mozzarella Sliders - Bars Near Me - Westmont, Illinois

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Came here based on a friend's recommendation, and sorry to say, we were all underwhelmed. Two of us had the restaurant week special, Caesar salad, short ribs with mashed potatoes, and crème brûlée. My husband ordered the blackened ribeye, and our other friend ordered a burger. We all shared a loaded poutine as a starter. Everything was mediocre. The ribeye was very undercooked, my husband had asked for medium rare, and it was very rare. I love my steaks on the rarer side, and this was even undercooked for me. The quality of the steak was also not great, many pieces were hard to chew and full of gristle. The seasoning on the steak was good though, unfortunately, it didn't make up for the poor quality of the meat. The poutine was bland, the fries not great. The short rib entree was also bland and very forgettable. The texture of the beef was very tender, but the actual flavor was nothing special. My friend said her burger was good, but nothing she'd come back for. She didn't love her pear cocktail, she said it tasted too artificial. I had a Paloma that was good. It seems they make drinks and put a piece of dried fruit on it, so it looks great, but doesn't necessarily taste great. The crème brûlée was yummy, that was the best part of the meal. Overall, the ambiance was nice, lots of families with little kids, friendly staff, and clean space. But the actual food was overpriced for what it was, and the drinks were hit or miss. read more

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Half price on wine during Happy Hour! Friendly Bartenders and Great Service. Comfortable and enjoyable setting.

I've been here another time, but tonight came on a Friday night and it's super loud and busy. They got us in quite quick despite how busy it was. I was disappointed to give a 3 because I remember the food being better. I got the Texican burger. The chicharrón didn't add much to the burger. It was good, but I've had much better burgers elsewhere. My boyfriend had the black and blue burger and the bacon was way overcooked and the blue cheese flavoring was overwhelming, he didn't even finish it. The pop he got was in a small cup and had so much ice it quickly became watered down. Not worth the price for the quality read more

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We were there this past weekend and while the menu indicates there is a happy hour - it wasn't advertised in the restaurant or on my bill for our wine. Perhaps - it was just at the bar, but then I wish the "Specials" tab on the site would indicate that. We ordered the Black and Blue Burger and the Texican Burger w/ fries and brussel sprouts. I liked my Black/Blue - had a good blend of the bacon and blue cheese. My husband thought the Texican was just okay - had hoped to taste the chorizo more. The fries were a bit bland - needed salt/pepper (but neither spice was on the table) and the sprouts were just okay. We liked Neat Kitchen, but with all the other recent finds in the western suburbs, I'm not sure it's one we would purposely go back to. read more

Food was good and service was amazing! Sat at the bar. Provided great drink recommendations.

Overall, very good experience very fast, good burger, good spacious table, seating and a good environment

Dang! The food was truly delicious. Big whiskey bbq burger had plenty of sauce and a great big onion ring on top. Cooked medium perfectly. Super bun. Great crispy fries! My wife loved her impossible burger too. Tots were a crispy appetizer with solid homemade ketchup. Good server service but even better the hostess stopped by (twice!) to check in. Keep up the good work. read more

Great food & drinks. They were so nice to seat all of our Jeep people. Service was still fast & good. The place is lovely! Very pretty. Lots of seating. read more

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Service was great but the food was awful. Sweet potatoes fries were burnt steak salad was not steak. If you want to pop in for a drink have one because if you have 2 of the same thing it will not taste tbr same read more

Great place to eat, especially on Thursdays during classic car night in Westmont. This was my first time here but I had a feeling it would be good. We started off with appetizers for the group. I highly recommend the loaded poutine. The short rib is phenomenal with pickled red onion and charred jalapenos. I finally found a good poutine around here! We also ordered Hummus and Wings. The Hummus was very popular as it was cleared quickly, the wings were nothing special. For dinner I devoured the American Wagyu burger which was incredible! Havarti, roasted mushrooms, crispy shallots, Cabernet reduction and truffle aioli! I could have had two of them but I was full! Pair with some truffle fries and you are all set! The desserts looked great but my family and I were dead set on getting a waffle cone down the street at Everydays a Sunday Ice Cream shop. The drink menu is good as a I warmed up with their Neat Old Fashioned which was good. Good service, great atmosphere and great good! I'll be back to dine here again! read more

Neat Kitchen + Bar - American Wagyu burger - Bars Near Me - Westmont, Illinois

Neat kitchen has the most fresh affordable food and drinks. And the most amazing owner. We will miss you Matt...

Fabulous lobster salad - highly recommend. Loved the separate tossed greens beneath. Would come back again just for that. Very good French onion soup. Nice gratin on top. Lovely tea service, thank you for the honey & lemon- nice touch. Served European style on a little tray. Nice! Short ribs were flavorful & fork tender. Cauliflower app was excellent! Zippy, but not too much so. Kudos to the chef for not oversalting the food. VERY VERY busy on a Fri night. Res is a must, or you have to wait. Servers & kitchen were incredibly FAST. Food & drinks delivered quickly. Bussers really on their game. Parking can be a challenge. Public lot down the street had spaces. read more

I got the poutine and Prime Rib Philly, both were very good. Food came out quick and our server James was attentive and fun. Definitely will be going back soon, hope I get James again! read more

Long time customer, place has had its ups and slight downs over the years but it's always has some interesting things on the menu.

From the excellent food to the exceptional service, this place is a hidden gem! Do yourself a favor and have a treat. Not just bar food, elevated bar food. read more

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Wonderful!!! Delicious food, amazing service. I would recommend for party. We just had a baby shower there and everything was really good. Staff very respectful and helpful. Thank you!!! read more

Neat kitchen is so great. Ownership treats the restaurant like an artisan and is very passionate about the establishment. I haven't eaten at a table too often but every time, the wait staff is great. The bar staff at Neat are an awesome crew - down to earth family vibe and stellar mixology. I've gone many, many times but decided to finally leave a review. I love this place and it's the closest thing to a neighborhood bar that I can find in the suburbs. I'm a city guy and this is a super refreshing environment. Get yourself a drink from Alex, order a Wagyu burger, and enjoy yourself! read more

Went here for lunch. 2nd time there 1st time review. The bread pudding was really good and I just had it to go. Lol. The ice cream and caramel were superb. Definitely recommend. The appetizer, chicken Wings were decent, crispy, (if you like that) and the gochujang flavor was decent, puts you in mind of a light bbq, it was cooked on to the wings I believe. read more

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Arrived in time to enjoy happy hour had their Korean cauliflower that was amazing! Dinner was delicious, salmon salad for me and my husband choice the short rib sandwich. Service outstanding and outdoor seating comfortable. Definitely will return read more

Spent an evening at Neat while visiting family in the area, and will return again in the future when I'm back. I sat in the bar area, so won't speak to the rest of the seating, but the bar is spacious and also welcoming. Nice for watching sports on the TV, having a conversation, or a bit of people-watching. The bartenders, Justin and Alex, were tremendous! They were knowledgeable, conversational, and will give you their thoughts on certain liquors or cocktails if you want them to. They also make a good drink (the most important part). Just what you want in a bartender. The short rib grilled cheese was delicious and I would recommend it as well. read more

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We had company in town visiting, so decided to head to Neat Kitchen! And for last minute on a Friday night, it was surprisingly easy to get into! We were a little pressed for time, so we all skipped apps and salads. Our friend had the short ribs based on our recommendation, and they did not disappoint! They were awesome! (Although I do miss the yummy celery root purée that they used to come with!) My hubby and I both went with the salmon. The salmon had a ginger teriyaki glaze that was fabulous! But unfortunately, the sides that came with it were disappointing. The menu stated that it came with broccolini and sticky rice. What came was a larger than your fist size chunk of regular broccoli. I don't like my veggies cooked to the point of being mush, but this head of broccoli was so undercooked it was hard to cut with a knife and fork. And someone should have mentioned they were out of broccolini. And the rice...not sticky rice. It was a large ice cream scoop serving of plain old white rice. Next time, I'll be back with the short ribs, or their chopped salad that rocks too! read more

Neat Kitchen + Bar - Short Ribs and Mashed Potatoes - Bars Near Me - Westmont, Illinois

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Great food and service. It has been tastefully remodeled also. I would recommend this place.

I've waited a long time to try Neat, and it didn't disappoint. Let me start by saying I'll go back ASAP so I can sit inside for a more comfortable experience-not the restaurant's fault-that was in "Phase 3" and as we're now in "Phase 4" will be back. Very good food-quality of proteins, veggies, sauces is there and a great mix of flavors that is the right mix of rich/hearty but not overly filling. Nachos to start were quite good-hope to have those to myself next time! Wings were tasty and blue cheese and ranch dips were cold as were veggies. My son and I shared the steak and shrimp tacos (2 separate menu items) and they were tasty, as was the rice, but the hit were my wife's truffle fries and my other son's BYO burger, which he truly did. Maybe the largest fried egg I've ever seen was on top! Service-both the server and teammates who helped out-were attentive and helpful. read more

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Old Fashioned! My wife and I returned to the Neat Kitchen and Bar for the second time and once again we were delighted. We started off with a couple adult beverages; A glass of Pinot Grigio for the Mrs. and a neat Old-fashioned for me. Honestly this was one of the top 10 old fashions that I've ever had and trust me i've had many over the last 40 years. I had the Braised Short Rib dinner and the Mrs. had the Buttermilk Chicken N' Jack Sandwich. Both were delicious, presented beautifully, and cooked to perfection. Our server Brianna did a stellar job. We also had a side order of roasted brussels sprouts with bacon that had the right mix of savory and sweet. portion sizes large so be prepared to take home leftovers for another enjoyable meal. read more

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First time here, had a great lunch a draft. Their short rib grilled cheese sandwich is awesome. Their Neat slaw is also killer. Enjoyed a draft Beezer...so good. This place look like it would do very well in the evening, I'll have to come back. Very good size bar, decent draft, bottle and can selection. And... looks to be a very nice whiskey selection. Service was spot on. Ambiance is chill. Definitely a good spot to spend some time. read more

Neat Kitchen + Bar - Short Rib Grilled Cheese and Neat slaw - Bars Near Me - Westmont, Illinois

I have been driving by for over a year and last week someone told be this place has great burgers so I stopped in today , WOW what a pleasant surprise, great atmosphere, burger was outstanding and customer service was astonishing. The menu looked good to I definitely will be back read more