One of the most unique fusion restaurants: Mediterranean and Sushi. We decided to stay firmly on the Mediterranean side of the menu. We started with the crispy Brussel sprouts. The seasoning and topping were tasty. The sprouts were crispy, but a bit dry. We then had the carrot hummus with short ribs. It came with pita and we ordered raw veggies as well. This was one of the best hummus stylings I've ever had! The hummus was slightly sweet, the short ribs were savory and the crispy pieces on top made every bite "umami." We came without a reservation and the host was happy to accommodate our request to sit outside on the patio. Our server was attentive and encouraged us to stay and enjoy as long as we wanted. read more

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Strangely high percentage of sweet, good looking waitresses. Seems like an Abercrombie and Fitch catalog come to life. By suburban Chicago standards, food was healthy, tasty and great. Appreciated there were vegetables on the menu. read more

saltwater is an excellent choice for mediterranean and coastal-inspired cuisine! Plates are served mezze-style, making it a great option for sharing and trying a variety of menu items. They offer a wide selection of hummus and spreads -- my favorites are the Carrot & Short Rib (served with pita) and the Whipped Feta with sourdough. The calamari is a MUST try, and their sushi selection is just as impressive. There truly is something for everyone. The ambiance is beautiful and beachy -- it honestly feels like you're stepping into a vacation destination. The music ties everything together perfectly and adds to the overall vibe. The service is excellent, with a team that is attentive, knowledgeable, and great at making recommendations based on your preferences. The drink menu features picture-worthy cocktails that are just as delicious as they look -- thoughtfully crafted and perfect for a night out. Located in Rosemont, near O'hare Airport it's a perfect spot for a night out, whether you're heading to a show, visiting the area, or just looking for a fun, elevated dining experience. Highly recommend! They also offer catering and events, perfect for bridal & baby showers, corporate events, or family gatherings. read more

Wines were quite tasty. I like that I can walk from the Aloft hotel. Hummus was pretty good but not worth the price. Pita was more flavorful than the hummus. The filet kabob was good. They did not ask how I wanted it cooked but it came out med rare. Coucous was ok. Not much flavor. I would try again. read more

Saltwater Coastal Grill - Filet kebab and hummus - Mediterranean Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

We started our meal with a Rosemont sushi roll which was excellent, I ordered the Mahi Mahi for dinner and it was okay but needed more seasoning, I didn't care for the sides at all and was still hungry so I ordered another sushi roll. One of my friends ordered the Mahi and had the same opinion. One other person ordered the ribeye steak and was very happy with it. Overall it was a good experience and the service was good. read more

Saltwater Coastal Grill - Mahi mahi - Mediterranean Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

Cute spot located in Rosemont. Indoor and outdoor seating so with the weather warming up this is perfect to enjoy. Inside is very chic and aesthetic. The food menu caters Mediterranean style dishes. We tried the octopus that came on chips and was dripped with spicy mayo. I would recommend this . The oysters were good but in my opinion should have added little onion in the red sauce . Sushi roll was surprisingly delicious considering it's not a sushi restaurant. Overall the food here is fresh and tasty . My only complaint was the Cesar salad dressing was kind of watered down. The service however was really good. She was very attentive and personable. I would be back . This is perfect for date night before movies or comedy show next door . read more

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We were in the neighborhood for my birthday and decided to go to this restaurant. Good decision on my wife's end because everything was delicious. My favorite thing on the menu by far was this whipped feta like appetizer that was just to die for. I would come back just to eat that. With these little baby peppers on the side. Great touch. Even the drinks were great! We came when it was happy hour so it was kind of empty unfortunately but hope this place is doing good because they deserve it. Thank you to our waiter for taking good care of us as well! I'll be back soon Saltwater Coastal Grill! Personal Review: 7.9/10 read more

Saltwater Coastal Grill - WHIPPED FETA - Mediterranean Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

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Definately a cute dinner spot to come with your friends or partner. Outdoor seating is available. We had the Mykonos filet kabob, Spanish octopus,and the beet salad which were all delicious . For desert we tried the olive cake, also very good. The octopus and filet were perfectly tender and the salad was a nice complement of fresh flavors. I will say the octopus was surprisingly spicy so if you can't do heat you might want to reconsider or adjust spice level. Service was great and attentive. Recommend having a clean slate cocktail. read more

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We were stuck in Chicago because of a snow storm and found this place thanks to Google. It was fantastic. The food was delicious, inventive and fresh. Great coastal vibe and the service was outstanding. We'd go back for sure. read more

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What a lucky find! I was staying at a nearby hotel and found this gem...and was in time for happy hour....and I'm a sucker for a good happy hour. This is a really nice place. Very classy, but not stuffy atmosphere. I ordered off the happy hour menu. You need to sit at the bar to order from the happy hour menu, but you won't mind because it's a nice bar. I had the HH Calamari$8, the HH Seafood Salad, $9, and the HH Filet Tips, $12. All were perfect!! Super high quality. I forgot the bartender's name, but he was awesome. Bookmark this place if you want somewhere nice for dinner and the perfect atmosphere to go with it! read more

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Great space, delicious food and friendly service. The standout for me was the whipped feta and honey dish, which was amazing. The grilled bread and the creamy spread were so good! The baba ganoush was also very well seasoned with just the right amount of heat. The Baja roll was huge and very fresh. And the drinks we ordered were interesting and delicious. My only suggestion is maybe hire one or two more servers for busy nights, ours seemed very stretched thin and we had to flag him down several times to move things along. read more

Saltwater Coastal Grill - Whipped feta with honey - Mediterranean Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

I returned to this restaurant a few times after my original review when they first opened. That review wasn't very favorable. After giving it a few more chances, I realized I was wrong -- so I took it down and I fully retract those statements. Today, I can confidently say this is one of the better restaurants in the Rosemont entertainment area. It's a great spot for date night or a night out with friends. Last night, my wife and I stopped in after a movie and were pleasantly surprised. Even without a reservation, we were greeted quickly by the hostesses and seated without issue. Our waitress delivered amazing service from start to finish. The drinks were excellent -- I had a Dirty Martini with blue cheese olives and Grey Goose vodka. Knocked it out of the park. We ordered the Kiss on Fire Maki Roll with seared salmon, tuna, and yellowtail -- fresh and delicious. The Spanish Octopus with corn purée, cherry peppers, sausage, and chimichurri was a standout -- a pleasant surprise and perfectly prepared. On a whim, I asked our waitress what appetizer she would recommend for us to share. She confidently suggested the Salmon Tartare. I was feeling adventurous and trusted her instinct -- and I'm glad I did. It ended up being my favorite dish of the night. The funny part? Afterward, she admitted she had never actually tried it herself -- she had just heard great feedback from other guests. After seeing how much I enjoyed it, she said she might finally give it a shot. I liked that. Overall, it was a very good experience, and I left happy -- and that's what I'm looking for when I go out. Good service. Good food. Served with a smile. Highly recommend. read more

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Beautiful restaurant with great food. Everything we ordered were really yummy. The Just Keep Swimming cocktail was a really cute and fun drink. Lobster slider is a must order, the bread was super soft. Salmon tartare is a good starter. Clam chowder was just okay. The Dragon Roll has good texture and lots of flavor. Grilled salmon was well done with really good sauce. The Caramel Mousse cake was the perfect ending. read more

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The food wasn't bad, the service was a little indifferent, but you have to navigate the absolutely horrible Rosemont Parking Deck to get there. On the plus side, the salads were terrific and I would go back for a lunch or brunch salad. We had chicken kabob which was well prepared and a nice sized portion, with Brussels sprouts and potatoes. One pro tip is that the front door is not where you think it is. :( read more

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A delightful experience, This place is excellent for lunches and dinner. Even better for cocktails and tapas. The ambience is relaxing and the service was great. Enjoy the delicious food options this restaurant has to offer when you are in the area. Cheer! read more

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Came here on a Saturday evening right after happy hour. The place looked nice inside, somewhat dark despite the daylight outside because of what I assume are heavily tinted windows. We sat at the end of the bar where the servers congregate to put in their orders and chit chat. However, since our server was the bartender, service was slow despite the constant action in front of us. I had came here looking for some fish and chips based on a photo of the menu from last year. My fault not to confirm on the website that the menu had changed because it has changed. What used to be entree sized portions and prices for their seafood dishes are now smaller plates. No fish and chips either. I ordered the salmon and it was the cut of about half a filet. It was seasoned well in the Mediterranean style. Might as well been eating a fattier branzino. My friend had a lobster bisque which he didn't find exceptional. He had been hoping for a non-seafood entree from the previous menu and wasn't keen on ordering kebabs from the current one. read more

Saltwater Coastal Grill - Salmon - Mediterranean Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

This is such a cute tapa style place in rosemont entertainment district. My husband and friends and I got so many dishes. I had such high expectations for some of the seafood but some of them let us down. Our go to: The calamari was DELICIOUS. We got two orders of it. The potatoes were so perfectly crusted and soft on the inside. The baked oysters were so good! Skip: The octopus was something we all looked forward to it tasted just way too slimy! My husband liked the seafood empanada but I didn't think there was much flavor to it. The brussel sprouts were too sweet and at one point tasted too burnt. Wish there was more actual chunks of the sprouts and not just the outer leaves. Drinks wise I'm glad there was a mocktail for me to enjoy with my friends as they had beer and cocktails. Our server was super sweet and very attentive. read more

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My second time here and I remembered how well Gabriela took care of me and my friends last time. This visit was just as great and she was again so welcoming. Truly such a kind person, I can't wait to come back for the food and strong drinks but most of all the exceptional service. The decor is super cute beachy vibes read more

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I had a nice dinner here with three business colleagues. We sat outdoor and enjoyed some very good food. Among our dinner party was someone who's a vegetarian, and somebody because of health reasons who doesn't prefer to eat inside with a crowd, but rather outside. We found this place to be accommodating for all in our party. read more

Came here with a few girlfriends. We ordered a bunch of stuff to share and everything we had was delicious. We left stuffed, not able to leave any bites left of any of the dishes. read more

Madison our waitress was very helpful with selections as their menu was different than I remembered. The lemon drop soup was delicious. The short ribs were a generous amount and very tender. My friend ordered a rib eye Dpecialists. Said it was one of the best he ever had . The crunchy sushi roll was great . I will go back. Worth a try read more

We went here with a group of my friends, a big group of 18 people. They split us into 2 tables by each other though. The interior is pretty nicely decorated. We ordered the Greek lemon and rice soup. I was not a fan. It was heavily lemon, it became way too acidic for me. The Spanish octopus was really nice. It was well cooked. The addition of the potatoes and sausage was nice. We also got the fried cauliflower. It looked like a fried chicken. Nicely fried and the sauce was good with it. We also had 2 order of the short ribs. Our waitress tried to tell us that she brought out the dish herself, after we asked here where the short ribs were....like ma'am how are you going to tell 10 people you brought out 2 dishes that we never got. She really tried to convince us she did. But eventually she got our order. It just didn't sit well with me how hard she tried to tell us she was right. Anyways, the short rib was whatever, felt a little under flavored. It was super tender though. read more

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This place has some wonderful fresh sushi. The rolls are insanely good but be prepared to spend 18-22 for rolls. The service is great , professional, and quick! The only thing that could be better is if they brought back the warm bread rolls. Those were the very best. read more

We went here on a trip to Chicago and had an event at the Hyatt O'Hate. We wanted to explore a restaurant outside of the hotel and found Saltwater. The pics were so cute and we were optimistic but when we got there at 5pm, with pretty much an empty restaurant, we were greeted by the host with an uppity "do you have reservations? No? And the manager dude who was also at the front, tell her "see if there's room." (In an annoyed way) Really? You basically have an empty restaurant and you're potentially going to turn a party of 4 away? Food was "tapas" style but nothing like Spanish tapas. It's just smaller plates. Food was mediocre, cocktails were good but at almost $100/person, I expect much delicious food. read more

Amazing atmosphere, beautiful decoration, incredible food, and very kind waitresses. My experience was amazing!! read more

Saltwater Coastal Grill - Sushi - Mediterranean Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

A lovely gem within walking distance of the airport hotels. I got the Just Keep Swimming cocktail that came in this beautiful glass presentation. The Spanish Octopus was delicious & all the apps we got were good too! Service was excellent. Our group really enjoyed it! read more

Saltwater Coastal Grill - Just Keep Swimming - Mediterranean Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

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Rosemont is usually fun but I was pleasantly surprised it had such a good seafood restaurant! High quality seafood in a sit down restaurant in the Midwest is not easy to come by. Add to that it being reasonably priced and contain a menu that has everything from lobster rolls to sushi...this is a very rare find. The relatively new restaurant is an incoming tenant of the Rosemont entertainment complex which hosts a variety of venues. You can find pretty easy parking in the garage and it's an easy walk from there. The sea glass cocktail was refreshing to start. The sushi world specialty roll was amazing along with a very buttery lobster roll. Service was prompt, friendly and attentive. Overall a very good option in the area. read more

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Let's start with a friendly hostess, a friendly and competent server, quick food turnaround, and delicious food presented beautifully. The restaurant is conveniently located in the Pearl District close to the airport and hotels. The parking is 15.00 , but they validate your parking at this nice restaurant. It has a lovely bar and outdoor seating too. The food was excellent. Salmon, roasted carrots and feta spinach pastry were all so good and fresh. A very enjoyable dinner. read more

Saltwater Coastal Grill - Bar area - Mediterranean Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

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Favorite restaurant in the area. Food, vibes and service are incredible. Definitely recommend!

Went in for my dad's birthday and have a delish time! Ambiance is summer vibes all day. The windows were open and the breeze came it, felt like a vacay resturant. Our server was very attentive and understood my father had a shellfish allergy so they were careful with cross contamination. Steak cooked beautifully, I forgot the name of the sushi but that was tasty. Shrimp and scallop pasta was a great size and flavorful. The local whitefish was amazing, but be careful with the bones! Not pictured are the oysters, hummus, and creme brûlée. The oysters are fresh, creme brûlée was just okay could be a bit sweeter and the hummus was just okay as well. Don't forget to validate your parking tix before you leave! read more

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This place was way better than I thought it was going to be! My cousin came for a visit, and since she's originally from the suburbs, back to the suburbs we go. Not my usual stomping grounds, but . . . This place was great. From the friendly, and good looking staff, to the fresh delicious food, it was a great experience. Interior: very open and airy - would be GREAT on a temperate summer day - the day we were there it was just tooo hot, but not their fault. Everyone was really happy with their entrees. I went with a Cobb salad, which was enormous! Fresh, delicious ingredients. Saltwater fish sandwich was excellent as well. If I find myself in the area, I'd go back! read more

January 24, 2025 visit. Last evening provided a wonderful experience as we visited SALTWATER in Rosemont Illinois just 4 days after they introduced their new menu which we found to be FABULOUS!! They've reduced the number of items offered, which I always feel allows a restaurant to put more effort into making what they offer more special, and we were not disappointed. The menu features small plate dishes, like Tapas, usually enough to share but certainly won't fill you up allowing you to 'sample' more of the fabulous offerings. For this outing we were a party of four and we shared most everything. The service was spot-on, polite, respectful, and attentive but not obtrusive and the entire staff appeared to willingly assist each other with a smile. The seating has changed in this updated layout with booths running down the middle allowing easy access and egress for all should one need to leave the table during the visit. We all really liked that a lot. The ambiance is soft but not dark. We could read the menu without the help of our phones! Drinks arrived promptly and the foods we ordered arrived with perfect timing, nothing piled up on the table and empty plates were cleared quickly. As the name 'implies', Saltwater features seafoods and they also have a new Sushi Bar making both traditional and unique Maki Rolls. Here's what we ordered: COCKTAILS: To the chagrin of my table mates I sampled each cocktail, they were all unique, smooth and delicious. We'll go back just for drinks. One coffee drinker, about 8 cups (likely up all night) commented the coffee was "super good" while vibrating genly. Glow Up: gin, honey, lemon curd, elderflower... Painted Skies: reposado tequila, mango, guajillo, blueberry Sea Glass; Rum, blue curacao, pineapple, coconut, lime Wine: Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand. Crisp and perfectly chilled. APPETIZERS: Raw Bar: Chilled Calabrian Octopus: Calabrese aioli, paprika oil, mango & cabbage slaw on kettle chips. I'd suggest that a slightly larger portion of octopus would allow for the chewier consistency one expects and enjoys from octopus to be more prominent. However, overall, great flavor and the kettle chip adds a nice crisp. Edamame Hummus: Light and fluffy, rich flavor served with a very good soft pita. Shrimp Cocktail: 4 Huge shrimp perfectly prepared (just the right crunch) and a perfect cocktail sauce. Whipped Feta: w/cherry tomatoes, roasted peppers, lemon oil w/ grilled sourdough. OMG, the feta was fabulous, and the accompanying sourdough was a perfect pairing. Cabbage & Potato Keftedes: Wow, totally creamy and melt in your mouth, the house tartar and mustard sauce were perfect. FROM THE GRILL: Bone-In Filet Tips: Mykonos relish, pomegranate seeds, herb-marinade. The flavor was spot-on, I could have ordered more... and more. Tender and juicy, perfectly prepared. Mediterranean Grilled Salmon: yellow pepper puree, mediterranean relish. Fresh, Flaky and fabulous. A bit small in portion, Good for 2 people. MAKI ROLLS: Baja Roll: panko shrimp, avocado, lean tuna, marinated jalapeños. The panko added a wonderful crunch, and the marinated jalapeños were surprisingly not over the top spicy though, they did provide a good heat once eaten. I don't like jalapeños, I liked these! Rosemont Roll: tuna, salmon, avocado, micro cilantro, Japanese spicy mayo, chili oil, lime. OK, what the heck is micro cilantro? (and who really cares?) This roll was fresh, perfectly chilled and the combination of spicy mayo and chili oil really added to the overall experience. Dragon Roll: panko shrimp, cucumber, unagi, avocado, spicy mayo, sweet soy reduction, soybean paper. Again, the panko adds a perfect crunch to this roll and, as I like eel, finding nice slices decorating the top makes this a favorite. DESSERTS: Caramel Mousse Cake. Chocolate, Caramel, Mousse, & More... and less, it's gluten free and very very good. Choco-Raspberry Bomb: What's to say, it's da bomb... hard chocolate top, soft chocolate bottom and runny center, raspberry sauce tops it off. read more

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Originally came here for a sponsored event. When that wrapped up I wanted to have a dessert for a nightcap. I couldn't find any reviews or even pictures of dessert so I went on my gut feeling that chocolate and red wine would be delicious. I ordered the chocolate cake and it was so decadent. My friend ordered the ricotta cheesecake, she stated that it was the best cheesecake she ever had. My cake paired lovely with the Broadbend Redblend wine. read more

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This was a lovely last minute choice for dinner with my sisters! We enjoyed several of the appetizers and drinks - the carrot hummus was delicious, as was the goat cheese salad. I had the dragon roll and sashimi, which were fresh and very filling. We enjoyed the fresh and fun atmosphere and there were fireworks near the end of the evening! Definitely worth another visit! read more

Came in on a Sunday during their brunch menu offering. My whole experience was only ok. Service was a little slow. I ordered 3 items. Philadelphia roll was delicious. Crab cake was only ok. It was served with some salad that had a good dressing. My French toast was very disappointing. It kinda felt raw and the quality of bread was not worth the $15 price tag. Everything in this Rosemont plaza is high priced. They do validate parking at the hostess stand. read more

Saltwater Coastal Grill - Philadelphia roll - Mediterranean Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

Went for our wedding anniversary before a show. The food & service was great! The mocktails were sooo tasty! The whipped feta was the fav! Will be back!! Super cute inside! read more

Saltwater Coastal Grill - Whipped Feta Seafood Empanada Mykonos Filet Kebab - Mediterranean Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

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My friends and I came here for brunch. Their brunch menu wasn't exciting. It was a lot basic breakfast entrees which is fine, but personally I wanted something that I couldn't make at home. Because of this, most of us got ordered the lunch entrees. I had the shrimp and scallop pasta that is made with a lobster cream sauce. The noodles were very thick and long. It was really good! I would order it again. We shared the kiss and fire sushi roll. It was drenched in sauce so I found it sweet. I usually eat nigiri and sashimi so that's probably why. Next time I'll have to try it. The interior was very nice. It does reminds me of the Hampton social. Service was great. A lot of the employees were checking up on us, making sure everything was okay. I really do hope to come back when they open the patio and try more of the sushi! read more

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Came here with high hopes. I was pretty disappointed. I don't come to this area often, but we wanted to try this restaurant. It's very east coast themed, well lit, and clean. It wasn't that busy either. Our waiter/server wasn't talkative and seemed to be in a bad mood. Wasn't pleasant. I ordered a sushi roll and the banana French toast. Thenroll was good. However, the French toast was extremely undercooked, and it was so doughy it stuck to the plate. You also only get 2 small pieces of banana. When we requested the check, it took 15 minutes for the waiter to come back. The kicker, he gave us the wrong check. It took another 15 minutes for him to come back. 30 minutes total! Where the heck did he go?! I would come back to try more sushi, but I would need a different waiter. read more

Saltwater Coastal Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

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I LOVE LOVE THIS RESTAURANT WHY THE ONE STAR YOU ASK? We would come here for the delicious burgers - only to find out last week when we were ready to order they no longer carry that item. PLEASE BRING THEM BACK. A long time customer. Service and other items are great, you won't be disappointed although we are :( read more

Had high hopes for this one, but it was a major disappointment. Walked in-BEAUTIFUL space. We were seated next to a window in a booth, and the insulation from the outside was zero, so the -4 windchill was seeping in. Not a good start. We started with a pomegranate spread that was delicious but became cloying. While waiting for our drinks, the table next to ours was asked 3 times about whether or not the plates coming out were theirs. One of the women said, "is this a joke?" When drinks came out, my sake was pretty dinky in size. We got Brussels sprouts with feta on the side and it came out on top. Once we got the new order, the brussel sprouts were underdone for our liking and the feta on the side tastes like it had gone bad. The kebab we got came on a skewer and when split in half (shared plates) it felt ridiculous to have to pay $20 for it. The couscous underneath did nothing for the dish. Also-some woman was going around taking our picture. Not sure what that was for? So if you see a picture somewhere on their advertising of a smiling couple, know that that those people were laughing more at the oddity of their experience. Underwhelmed. We won't be back. read more