My party of two stopped in here on Easter for brunch, having made a reservation on OpenTable for 12:30 only 15 minutes in advance. We were a bit wary of seeing so much availability on a day where restaurants are usually packed, but hungry as we were, we decided to take a chance on this restaurant! The interior is spacious and dark, and the atmosphere is buzzy without being overwhelming. There's a sort of "sports bar" vibe to one side of the restaurant, and a more traditional "restaurant" vibe to the other. I would say that the restaurant was 75% full, which was perfect for us - the service was able to be quick and attentive, but we could tell that the place was also popular! I ordered the Tavern Breakfast ($16) which came with two farm eggs (I opted for over-easy), sourdough toast, breakfast potatoes and vegetables, and a choice of bacon or breakfast sausage (I went with the sausage). I had originally tried to order the Prime Rib Hash Skillet ($19) with "rotisserie vegetables, herbs, cheddar, eggs your way," but our waitress informed us that they had run out (so it's probably a popular dish!). The Tavern Breakfast was a generous portion of food - the two farm eggs were smaller than your normal eggs, but they were perfectly cooked to over-easy-perfection - perfect for dipping the craveably-crunchy sourdough toast in! The breakfast potatoes with vegetables were well-seasoned (but even better with the Cholula and ketchup on the side), and the breakfast sausage was the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and fatty without being too much. My companion ordered the Roanoke Salad ($18), with "rotisserie chicken, grape tomato, dates, bacon, avocado, hard boiled egg, sheep milk feta, and honey dijon vinaigrette." It was really a complete salad (enough for a full meal), with generous portions of meat (chicken) and other proteins (bacon, egg, feta, etc.). The honey dijon vinaigrette was a great contrast of sweetness and acid, though I will say that the salad was a bit overdressed (we should've asked for dressing on the side!). Everything tasted very fresh and flavorful! All in all, I would say that Roanoke was a great find - it was an affordably-priced brunch spot close to a lot of tourist destinations with snappy service and great food! read more

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Row on over to Roanoke! This was our first time here and the food was AMAZING! We got to see many different dishes and they were fantastic! Nobody at the table complained about their food and the ambiance was so nice! Definitely will return! The service is great and very attentive! read more

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My family and I dined at this restaurant on May 29 while visiting Chicago from California. After returning home, I discovered multiple unauthorized charges on my credit card -- all made in Chicago, even though I was already back in California. I immediately realized that the card I had used at this restaurant was missing from my wallet. It was the only time I used that particular card during our trip, and everything else in my wallet is still there. The card was last used at this restaurant, and then the majority of fraudulent charges were made the following Monday, June 2. That timing raises additional suspicion. Most restaurant workers typically work over the weekend -- Friday through Sunday. It seems likely that whoever took the card may have waited until their day off, which was Monday, to start using it for personal purchases. I've reported the fraudulent charges to my bank and initiated an investigation. I have also contacted the restaurant directly and am still waiting for their response. This has been an incredibly disappointing and frustrating experience. I hope the restaurant takes this seriously and investigates internally. In the meantime, I would strongly advise other customers -- especially travelers -- to be extremely cautious if you choose to dine here. p.s. Food and service were both average. They do not provide bread or dinner rolls. read more

It was a block away from my hotel, so I thought why not try this place out. They do take reservations, but welcome walk-ins. The place is super cute and cozy, perfect for a date night. The seating is pretty tight but it was workable. The service was wonderful and very attentive, the waiter constantly checked up on the table. For dinner, I got the Griddled Hamburger, which was very fulfilling and juicy. I was craving a hamburger that evening and it lived up to my expectations. I tried one of the crafted cocktails, Monkey Business, it was very tasteful with a hint of banana and ginger beer. Would I recommend this place to tourist, friends, and family members? Yes, it's a great place to have din-din at and chat it up. I will most definitely be back! read more

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Friends and I went to see a show at the Cadillac Theater and made a reservation to go to Roanoke after the show. We got there a few minutes early and were very kindly greeted by the host. She asked us to wait a moment as our table was being cleaned and then sat us moments later. Our server Isaiah was TOP-NOTCH. He was attentive, gave great recommendations, had an awesome rapport with my friends and I, and was just generally very very kind. We ordered the Fava Bean Hummus for an appetizer and it was much better than expected! The items that come with it for dipping were the perfect light appetizer that didn't spoil the meal. For dinner, I ordered the Steak Frites which were outstanding. I ordered mine medium and one of my friends ordered theirs medium rare and they both came perfectly cooked. The garlic aioli that comes with it was very tasty! Fries were crispy, which is always a plus for me. Lastly, my friends loved their drinks and there were also a lot of NA drink options for me to choose from. Lastly, the actual restaurant is well decorated and well-lit, which can be hard to find sometimes. Everything was very clean as well. My only negative to say is that the bathrooms are a journey to find! You go through a door, into a vestibule, up a staircase, into an elevator lobby, down a hallway, and then you find the men's and women's bathrooms. Not the restaurant's fault as it is clearly structural, but definitely was not convenient. Might be hard for those with mobility challenged to access. read more

I had Parmesan chicken and it was delicious. The chicken was nice and juicy. The spaghetti sauce was great. We also had tuna nachos. It was alright. Not enough of the nachos for the amount of tuna. The service was excellent. The ambiance was very nice also. read more

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We stayed at the Residence Inn and thought we would try this place out saving us a trip as we were pooped from our flight. When you first come in, we weren't sure if we were supposed to seat our selves as there really wasn't a host station (we came through the hotel). We were then greeted by the bartender and were seated. They didn't have the drink with the egg white in it so I asked the bartender to make something with whiskey in it. Was delicious and paired well with my dinner. The steak dinner was surprisingly perfect and I'm very picky with my steaks as far as flavor and how it's cooked. We ordered medium and it was cooked perfectly. The ravioli was a bit mushy but the flavors were there. Overall, would definitely come back as it's very convenient if you're staying at the inn. read more

A group of us were here last Saturday for a girls night out before a show. We sat in the private dining room upstairs. We felt rushed the entire time with our server telling us directly to hurry our order because they had "300 reservations tonight." This was after being seated for less than 5 minutes. Then our food didn't come out correctly. Our plates were being cleared mid-bite. This restaurant is taking too many reservations and the overall goal is very clearly to get people out as fast as possible. Our bill was over $500 for 8 people and was not worth the experience. Go somewhere else. read more

Michael from the Bay Area!!!! Come here for him, this guy really took care of our table!! Wait...also come for the food because it's noiice!!! The vibes of Roanoke screams mobster, but it was a great time!!!! We ordered too many apps...and drinks and entrees...but it was so good! All of it. The scallops and branzino and steak and frites were everyone's mains. The "char-coochie" board, burrata and hummus plates were also scrumptious apps! Order all of it. Very posh ambiance here, but they let us be loud and no one batted an eye, and we had a great experience. Super nice staff and delicious food! Come here and experience it yourself. Chicago is reeeaal noiice! read more

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do not go here. waitress only took half the table's order. as we were ordering we were told they were sold out of cheeseburgers but we later saw burgers being served to others tables. i chose steak frites and it was cold. super disappointed in this experience. read more

Just a fancy restaurant but I am not impressed with their food. If you took the subway it's very near the station in downtown Chicago . The clam chowder bowl size hardly even has clams in it, it's better if you just order a cup because I don't see any difference at all. The biscuits and Brussels sprouts are probably the only thing that's good. The mahi mahi with rice is dry and the rice is overcooked. I asked the server how big the elote was and she said it was good for four guests and when it came it was a small skillet. The turkey club was huge but there was so little meat inside. I will not go back for lunch. The only thing cool is that it feels like a fancy lunch location attached to a hotel. read more

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Wow is this restaurant outstanding! When we couldn't get reservations at the top Chicago restaurants we decided to come here instead and wow was it delicious! We ordered: macaroni & cheese (delicious - a from scratch cheddar sauce) and burrata for appetizers with seared scallops with mushroom & spinach risotto (cooked perfectly and super flavorful) flat iron steak (also cooked perfectly & love all the sauces) for our entrees. Everything was outstanding! Perfectly cooked with tons of flavor! We got the panna cotta and key lime pie for dessert and scraped the plates clean they were so tasty - especially the panna cotta! They have fun mixed drinks too like the Old Fashioned that tastes like Cracker Jacks! We will make it a point to return here the next time we are in Chicago! Service was outstanding read more

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Always a great spot to pop in for a random lunch or drinks with coworkers. Try the burrata!

well had the breakfast sandwich not good not bad . atmosphere of abandoned jc Penny's

I had the opportunity to have lunch here on Saturday and I really enjoyed it. I hadn't been here in awhile. To drink: I had the Good Witch, which had prosecco, lemon water, and strawberry puree. Entree: I ordered the ahi poke crispy tacos. Three tacos with tuna, avocado, toasted sesame seeds, and mango salsa in a light, crispy tacos shells. Very filling. They gave me lots of tuna and avocado. Note: sides do not automatically come with the meal and must be ordered separately. The waiter did a good job. But, a huge party came after I was done and were quite a handful. Also, the back room that I was in was a bit cramped. Not too much room between the tables. read more

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Roanoke is located in Downtown Chicago. There are multiple floors of the restaurant and we were seated on the 2nd floor. The atmosphere is like a moody library with a romantic vibe. Came here on Saturday and received fabulous service. Cheese curds: they were all stuck together... not sure if this was on purpose or not, but it was delish! The artichoke & truffle remoulade was a great accompaniment. Meatballs: Nice and tender in a marinara sauce. The bread was soft and helped you soak up all the sauce left! I would have been just happy with a couple plates of the meatballs and bread! Whole Mediterranean Seabass: the fish was fresh and the potatoes were good. However, the whole dish was sitting in oil. What's the point of crispy skin if you serve it on top of a bed of oil? Not worth the price imo. The apps and drink were good. Would come back for those, not the entree. read more

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Love this place. The food was amazing as well as the service. I really liked the ambiance and the little booth seats. Everything was done in a timely manner and our waiter was amazing. read more

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The chicken parm was incredible and the service was top notch. I was in town for work and decided to stop here for dinner. It didn't disappoint. read more

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Very kind staff. The food came out pretty fast even though it was rush hour during Lollapalooza. It's a pretty classy place-- I felt very underdressed for the environment. The bathrooms are oddly placed upstairs down a long hallway. Don't trip on the stairs, be careful since they're steep! read more

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The ambiance in this place is great. There's definitely lots to see and watch. The place is a vibe. The food was just as good. Our table sampled the fries, steak and chicken parm. Everything was great. The steak was flavorful, but did arrive a bit cool to the touch. Nothing so horrible that I didn't gobble it up. read more

Possibly the worst experience in a restaurant ever! I wish we could give 0 stars! We were seated upstairs, which felt totally detached from the restaurant, and sat for 25 min before anyone approached our table. The waiter asked us if we were "still doing ok" and we replied he was the first to approach us. We should have left at this point. We ordered all of the courses for our meal-off the restaurant week menu. It took another 30 min before our appetizers arrived. After another 45 min, and multiple staff trying to give us the wrong food, we finally received our meals-cold-and well after we overheard our waiter talking about our table and where our food was. Unlike a previous reviewer from this evening-our bill was not comped in any way (they received 60% apparently). There were multiple tables that also came, were served and left before we received our food. The table next to us even received the wrong bill-they were not impressed either. We will never be back and will tell everyone we know to avoid Roanoke at all costs. So disappointing read more

Nice atmosphere ... staff not really attentive ... it takes a lot for me to leave less than stellar tip and a low Yelp rating ... which I did tonight ... Don't come for the food! Had Steak Frites that was quite bad ... 4 of 10 oz nothing but fat. As someone who lives in the city, this spot would be a quick drink stop at best. Not a dining experience. read more

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Only came here for drinks and dessert, but had a good time. We had to make a last-minute switch from a full dinner reservation due to changing circumstances, and they were very accommodating. Service was very friendly and attentive. The food was delicious, as were the drinks. While we didn't order food, meals of other patrons going by our table looked delicious! The decor of the restaurant is also nice. Although we only did a short trip, I hope to be back soon (and can likely do a more detailed review then). But based on what I did experience, it was a great experience. read more

I went to this restaurant for a work dinner with 10 other people, and we absolutely loved it! We got seated on the second floor and even though the service was a bit slow, the food and drinks were totally worth the wait. We ordered several menu items for the table and loved them all. Great charcuterie, burrata, and main dishes. But the true star of the night were the cocktails! You honestly haven't lived until you try their 7th Inning Stretch Old Fashioned. I tried The Mezcal and The Campfire too but the 7th Inning is probably the best OF I've ever had! Will definitely be recommending this place to others. I just can't get over how great that drink was! A++ overall. read more

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Came here with clients for lunch recently and it was a good place. I had a portobello sandwich, which was pretty good and some fries. With the client present I ended up doing a lot of talking and essentially ran out of time to eat. So I took most of it home and ate it later. The service was also good. There are a number of salads. Not a lot of veggie options, but there is a pizza/flatbread and then this mushroom sandwich. Maybe they could work on a black bean pattie / veggie burger. But I would definitely come back if in the area. read more

Pretty good food in a moderately upscale looking restaurant in the downtown of Chicago. There are tables and booths but might be good for smaller groups (8 or less). There's some steaks, seafoods, plenty of sides and delicious sweet desserts. Food I came with my coworkers for a team dinner so I had the chance to try a variety of sides along with the seabass I ordered for myself. First off, the fish was pretty good and the meat was soft and not dry. Bones were not a concern and overall enjoyed the dish. The burrata was excellent and trying the jam over the bread is a must. The fava bean hummus appetizer was good as well and is something to get if you like hummus. The meat and cheese board is nice to pick at but nothing too exceptional about it. We got the hearth oven mushrooms but that wasn't very popular at the table and we ended up not finishing it. The brussel sprouts were well cooked and pretty good. For dessert we had the panna cotta and the apple cobbler and I thought that they were both very good. The panna cotta flavors can be different depending on the season. Atmosphere The interior looks upscale and is very organized and clean. I did find the tables to be a little low though. The noise level was not too loud for on a Thursday evening and I could hear people across the table. Good place to come celebrate or just have a nice dinner. Pricing The prices are average for this type of upscale restaurant, but a little bit more expensive if you had chosen to get these foods at a more casual place. The price was worth the food. Service I have mixed things to say about the service. We had made a reservation for our group of 10 people but when we arrived they had tried to seat us at 2 separate tables for our team dinner. We didn't request this but then eventually they were able to accommodate us and seat us all together. Otherwise, the service was good and taken care of promptly. Other read more

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Overview: EASY PLACE TO GO IF SEEING A SHOW! food was good, not great, but it was convenient and super easy when we were going to a show at the nederlander theatre. Service was quick and nice. However, it was a lot more expensive than I would have thought. We got the Roanoke salad, cheddar biscuits and salmon. All were enjoyable- not the best I've had but definitely good! I would recommend this place as an easy reservation to make before going to a show in the city. Also ordered the skillet cookie, wish it was a little bit warmer and gooey but it was still delicious read more

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My favorite part about the restaurant was the ambiance. It was a nice experience and felt very upscale. For the most part, the service was quick and nice and was even able to accommodate my preference for booth seating. Took off a star because I did not feel the food accurately represented upscale Italian dining, contrary to the price. We started with the house biscuit which tasted pretty average so wouldn't specifically recommend it. For the entree, I ordered the campanelle- I enjoyed it! The portion size was large enough for me to eat leftovers later, and the sauce was delicious. We also ordered the chicken parmesan, as recommended to us by the server, but it was unfortunately very disappointing. The pasta was overcooked and the flavor was nothing great. Overall decent experience, but probably only worth going once to try- better places in Chicago for the same prices. read more

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The food here is good. Giving it 4 stars as it's a bit inconsistent, the fava bean hummus is really good but the salad felt a little dry. The main squeeze mocktail is very good but the butterfly pea one is just ok and lacked flavor. The cheesecake felt a bit icy but the flourless chocolate cake was good. Overall it's good to stop by if in the area but wouldn't go out of the way as there are better choices in Chicago. read more

Second time dining at Roanoke and it did not disappoint! I had the theater special of a salad, rotisserie chicken with truffle mashed and Brussels sprouts, and finished with raspberry sorbet and a coffee. To drink I tried the tequila Bloody Mary, which was excellent. Great atmosphere and outstanding service! Recommended! read more

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The food and atmosphere was amazing. The espresso martinis were wonderful and made with legit espresso not an espresso flavored substitute. The service left something to be desired today , we never got more water or drink refills and the server never came back after taking our orders until we were done eating and plates had been removed by another employee. We honestly would have ordered another round but by this point we had spent more than 15 min with no beverages and the server didn't offer any he just brought the bill. read more

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My hubby and I stopped in for a late night quick bit to eat after the Opera. This location is a few blocks away from the Lyric Opera house. We ordered the rotisserie chicken with veggies, steak fries, mac & cheese, and roasted brussel sprouts. I love the chicken! Unfortunately, the hubby did not like the steak fries but the side were delicious! I will definitely be back for a late night quick bite again. read more

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Pretty good food. went with wifey and our married friends (he hasn't proposed yet). i got the breakfast sandwich- and if you know me- you know i love me a breakfast sandy. here's my problem- every bacon egg and cheese (in my humble opinion) needs to have a good balance of each ingredient. here however, the cheese and egg nearly doubled the bacon! it was tiny and didnt make it to the end of the sandwich. pretty disappointing (my college dorm's cafeteria got this right!) the potatoes, however, were delicious and well seasoned. we had ranch with it and it was... hidden valley? (not sure but it tasted like it. disappointing) wife and i shared mac n cheese. good! but pricy :( the restaurant is pretty cute. nice place to be at. service was pretty good! nothing to complain about there. overall good experience with okay food. read more

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Roanoke is pretty, but on the day we came, we didn't really feel particularly welcomed and our food was simply coated in oil. We might give Roanoke another chance in the future. PROS: -Pretty interior. Lowered lighting, deep browns, and comfortable seating await you inside with a nice, cohesive interior that really welcomes you when you walk in. Plus air conditioning. Important on hot summer days. -Offers outdoor seating. Whether you want to enjoy the beautiful, loud honking of Chicago, want something more COVID-friendly, or want some sunshine, Roanoke's outdoor patio area is pretty cute and friendly. -Pretty presentation. Our dishes looked good when they made it out to us. -Food service was fast. Waiter took a bit on drink refills (happens when we're the only outdoor table), but the time from ordering food to receiving it was extremely short. Win-win there. CONS: -Bathroom is on the second floor and noticeably away from the restaurant. A bit odd but not the end of the world. Keep in mind for accessibility. -All of our food was very oil-heavy. The veggies were resting in a visible pool of oil on the plate, and the lasagna would drip oil when pieces were cut off. Add this to the fact that the lasagna was 80% cheese, 10% spinach, 5% mushroom, and 5% pasta, and this was a landmine of high-fat. For those with gastrointestinal concerns with high-fat, keep this in mind before popping in. -Our waiter seemed extremely unenthused to be serving us. We sat out (and it was definitely hot), so I got some of the reluctance, but he rarely checked on us, was as short as possible, and seemed to want to get away as quickly as possible. Quite possible the restaurant is short-staffed like everywhere though. The woman who seated us seemed as equally as unenthused, though, so we never really had a staff member who made us feel welcomed. read more

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Hadn't been here since before the pandemic but it has not changed quality-wise. All dishes are highest quality including desserts. The service and ambiance are perfect. It's got good energy but you won't be yelling over other patrons. The smoked whisky old fashioned is no joke one of the best drinks I've ever had. I'd go back downtown and deal with the parking just to have that again. read more

#WBW back in January we had take out for dinner from the Roanoke Restaurant Two 14 ounce New York Strip Steaks along with the biggest crab cake we had ever seen! The Strip Steaks come with roasted potatoes in a poivre sauce and caramelized shallots. The crab cake is served on sourdough bread with avocado, capers and pickled onion. Everything was cooked to Perfection and sooo yummy! I think we need to make a return trip here now that they are open for dine in! #stripsteak #crabcake read more

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I ordered: 1. Prime Rib - truffle mashed potatoes, au jus, horseradish 2. Crab Cake - louie sauce, capers, pickled onions, frisee, citrus vinaigrette Prime rib had good color, tenderness, and flavor with the au jus. Truffle mashed potatoes had good consistency but needed less truffle salt. Crab cake was a solid savory appetizer complimented with a fresh frisee salad. Restaurant is in the Loop so finding parking will be difficult or expensive. Maybe take CTA or try this place when you happen to be nearby for other business. Service was polite but didn't necessarily have a positive or hospitable vibe. In my opinion, prices were reasonable for the quality and location's probably expensive rent. read more

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Solid restaurant downtown when everything was busy and we got a seat. Food was good but service was just ok. Waiter wasn't clear when we said there was a nut allergy and said dessert was fine to eat. After asking a few times he really meant it wasn't safe to eat due to possible contamination. That left us (my kid) with a sour note as we left. But ok place if you are in the area. read more

Came in for dinner after a show at the Chicago theater. Apps and wine were great; dinner was a true "miss". I ordered the chicken Cesar salad. Hubs ordered the NY strip medium rare and it came out absolutely raw in the inside. We asked the waiter to have the cook put it back on for us and were sharing my salad until we found a bug in it. Steak came out raw a second time and we just gave up. Manager offered dessert and didn't charge us for the entrees, but couldn't say there was anything special that would tempt us back after this experience. Husband said the New England clam chowder was great. read more

The only reason Roanoke is getting one star instead of zero is because there was no issue with the service. Our server was attentive and made sure we had plenty of time to get to the theater. That's about the only positive thing I've got. The place looked pretty cool, unfortunately, we were seated upstairs which was pretty much a meeting room with tables. Two of us order espresso martinis, which were on their "signature" cocktails list. They were terrible and inconsistent. The colors of the two were completely different. The prime rib was so thick and had soooo much fat on it making is almost inedible, it definitely wasn't finished. The salmon was decent but not worth going back for. Total disappointment. read more