The service was great. Our waitress was knowledgeable and gave us great service. I have to say she recommended the Osso Bucco Tender roasted pork served over romano mashed potatoes and sautéed asparagus. Finished with a pan jus sauce. He was absolutely fantastic. The only recommendation is with the presentation and delivery that they have a plate underneath the primary dish to be able to transfer the asparagus and pork to cut up. read more

OK, so first of all, I will say Stacks has really great food. If you're looking for a really good Italian beef sandwich and homemade onion dip with homemade chips this is a place to go. The only unfortunate thing it is very hard to get into without having a reservation way in advance. My husband and I have tried to go here several times in the past six months, but I have not had any luck getting a seat. So I recommend getting a reservation ahead of time if you want the main floor. But they do need to do something about the reservation system online. Like I said, it is very hard to make a reservation earlier than 8 PM online. read more

As you can tell by my reviews, it's not always consistent. But I had to post this one be side it was one of the best meals I've had in valpo. lamb was cooked perfectly and a good portion. read more

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We shared the full rack of ribs. So tender and delicious. We both had the Tequila drink special. So good! Our server was great! read more

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It has been 7 years since my last review here, so I wanted to leave another 5 star rating, naturally. This is the spot my bestie and I always meet up at at Christmas time, and it's for several reasons. Best food, best cocktails, best ambiance, best service, best everything. This time we had the mushroom caps, jalapeños, and truffle parm fries, and we were both in love. The themed drinks were on point as per usual, and this is still one of the best spots to hang out at in the region. read more

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Need I say more,,,still the best place in Valpo!!! Had a full slab of ribs and took 1/2 slab home. Just as good second day. Wife's steak was perfect! Took a piece of key lime pie home. It was good but not $9 good, needs to be more generous. Next time we'll get 2 designer dessert cupcakes. Service was awesome. The ambiance was subtle with flamingos. read more

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Went to Stacks again. It's always crowded so best to have a reservation. The food was excellent again and the service impeccable. This is definitely my favorite place in the area. read more

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We were greeted when we walked in. The restaurant was super cute. Books and antiques everywhere. They didn't have a lot of vegan options other than the potatoes. I had a nice mocktail. I was glad to confirm the pancakes were cooked with eggs before I ordered them. Everyone else seemed to have liked their food. read more

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A group of friends decided to expose us to one of their favorite restaurants, let's just say I wasn't impressed. Upon walking in the decor is a stark reminder of Harry Potter world and I loved that! Thee is a winding staircase that leads to the rooftop behind the hostess desk!! We were seated 30 minutes before our reservation and that was amazing! I expected the dining room to be busy on a Saturday night, but it was pretty calm. Our waiter was sweet, a bit rushed, but sweet. My husband and I ordered the surf and turf while my sister friend and her husband order the burger with garlic truffle fries and stuffed chicken. Myself and my husband had to try the jumbo crab! It did not let me down!!!! I wanted to order one to go!! The pricing on this is only $20!! It's authentic and filled with crab, so I think this is a steal!!! The surf and turf is visually mouthwatering, but the taste leaves much to be desired. The dish is served a bit lukewarm and the shrimp within the pineapple still tasted like the sea . The rice that is stuffed in the pineapple has chunks of pineapple and bacon. I personally didn't believe the bacon was a good addition to the "surf and turf" theme. The drinks were pretty good, I'll describe them as lite. If you are in the area, try it for yourself. The ambiance and decor are perfect for a summer night!! read more

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Melissa is the best bartender in the world! I almost always get a daily special to go with my cocktail. The bar is friendly and convivial. read more

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The brunch was amazing. I got a stack something sandwich and it was peak. The waitress was pretty nice. The area outside was also amazing. There are many birds and the weather was perfect. Five stars read more

Been coming here since grand opening. Never disappoints. Between service and quality they are hard to beat. Amazing place! read more

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Way over hyped. It's a millennial hang out for sure. It's owned by the Pestos folks any many dishes repeat. They sell this upper level experience as if it's come Chicago or Vegas type experience... not even close. The tomahawk steak. No bueno. The upstairs is a glorified bar. This is not a date night place or a place to take a family. It's a night club feel with dinner table service. read more

So excited to try the rooftop! This was a different food and drink menu and soooo good! Service was excellent and we had a great server named Sierra. Hub had the filet and I had the steak tacos- both delicious! The vibe and ambience outdoors is great on a warm evening. We really liked it and will be back! read more

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We visited Stacks based on several high recommendations, but the experience was a significant disappointment. Given the positive reputation this place seems to have, I honestly don't understand the great reviews. The quality of the food and the state of the seating area simply didn't align with the hype. We ordered the Mediterranean chicken sandwich, the Bruschetta burger, and the Osso Bucco. Across the board, the seasoning was lacking. The chicken was thin, dry, and overcooked. The burger, which I requested "pink," arrived gray with no crust or grill marks. The texture was as if the meat had been overly mixed and essentially boiled. The gorgonzola was poorly distributed, completely overwhelming the other flavors. As for the Osso Bucco, it was mediocre at best. The gravy was so thin that the mashed potatoes were reduced to a runny potato soup. The environment on the enclosed patio was also a major issue. We were seated directly under a heater covered in bird droppings. Having heated air blowing over dried waste while trying to eat is a serious cleanliness concern. We left a significant amount of the food uneaten on our plates, yet no one on the staff bothered to ask if there was an issue or why we weren't finishing our meals. While I should have sent the food back at the time, the experience was enough to ensure I won't be returning. The gap between the online ratings and the actual service we received is baffling. read more

Had a date night during our favorite specials week - breakfast for dinner week. We sat in the bar and enjoyed a lovely view of the televisions and the relaxed atmosphere. Our server Ellie was fantastic. She was very attentive and made sure all her tables around us were taken care of. The food was amazing as always - steak and eggs is always our favorite (make sure to add extra lemon parm sauce as that stuff is addicting). The steak was seasoned and cooked perfectly. My Heisenberg drinks were made perfectly as well and rounded out our meal very nicely. read more

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Our server was excellent, decor is cool, everything on the menu sounds delicious and prices were really reasonable. I ordered one of their specials ~ the "scalibut" entree (blackened halibut and seared scallops) and also got to try the fried ravioli, stuffed mushrooms, and pretzel bites. I highly recommend the pretzel bites. My entree was delicious but the only critique was that the halibut was a dry/overcooked. Someone else at my table ordered the blackened salmon and they said their fish was cooked well. It was an hour wait for dinner on a Saturday, but thankfully we had a reservation. So I highly recommend making reservations for a weekend dinner. Parking nearby was pretty easy ~ a short walk away. read more

Note this restaurant has different menus for different locations in the same restaurant. (Main floor, rooftop, igloo and Sunday brunch) but different. Reservations suggested for all. This experience was on the rooftop. It is a loud place even very early on a Friday night. Not a vegan friendly menu. The coconut shrimp and steak tacos were enjoyed at my table. The alcohol selections are extensive. There was half price happy hour on Thursdays, still? The hot cookie skillet was the main reason for our dining choice and it did not disappoint. If super sweet is your perfect end to a meal, go for it! read more

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A warm, library style setting. This restaurant has a main floor with a specific menu and a rooftop bar area that is 21+ with another specific menu. There are specials for appetizers, dinner features, and drinks. Those are only available on the main floor. This place gets packed so reservations are very highly recommended. The service here is always great and the food comes out fast. They are very well-known for their presentation. You will find a great variety of beers and specialty cocktails. read more

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Great food presentation, service was great for being so busy. Thank you Elaina and Brynn! Have you ever just had pretty sparky lights with hues of amber. Rooftop recommendation with cool Nights coming. read more

Good food, good service and our experience in the upper rooftop was enjoyable! Almost more so than the ambiance of the downstairs. If you're looking for date night, this is a great spot. read more

Hiding in the cute town of Valparaiso is a gem. And everyone in this town and the surround area already knows it, being evident by how busy this place is no matter when I visit! Every year I make my way to the area to visit family and always make sure to stop in. Stacks is a library/school decor themed restaurant based out of an assuming office building. They have a constantly changing menu with great new dishes to try! The past time we went I had the lobster rangoon dish they had, and of course the classic burger. One of the juiciest, tastiest burgers I've had. And I'm a burger addict so I've had burgers all over. Staff is always nice and the drink specials are always pretty good! If you're in town, if you stop anywhere, make sure it's Stacks. Or you'll be missing out on a gem. read more

My wife and I spent several days in Valparaiso to both visit her sister and introduce me to the town where both of them went to college. I had always wanted to go there and am very happy to say that I totally enjoyed the visit. While there, we ate most meals out. Stacks was one of them. Let me start by saying that I loved this venue. Everything speaks of books. It feels like you are in the library of some rich and eccentric book lover. I really liked the view going up the staircase. I wish we had eaten up there, but my sister in law is recovering from an injury and doesn't do well with stairs right now. I would post more pictures of the venue, but my sister in law was in them and would kill me. This place was really hopping. It was a Sunday right around lunch time. We were going to a 2:00 PM matinee at the Opera House and wanted plenty of time to eat. Our dining area was covered in wall to wall books and a few giant TVs. I don't remember what the ladies ordered, except that they had a bucket of mimosas. That consisted of a bottle of Proseco and three small carafes of juices. I was torn with what to order, but with a little explanation of one of my choices by our wonderful server, Ashalee, I finally picked Shakshuka a la Mexicana. It was eggs poached in a tomato sauce with olive oil, peppers, and onions. It was topped with avocado slices and cotija cheese. It came with a stack of 5 delicious corn tortillas. I usually avoid Mexican food like the plague when I am not in San Antonio. This was surprisingly good, although I had never had this particular dish before, let alone heard of it. The eggs were poached very nicely. The sauce was very flavorful. The tortillas were softly fried and tasted great. The only thing wrong with the dish is that it really smelled strongly of cominos, which offended my wife's delicate schnozz. If I lived in Valparaiso, this would be a frequent choice for dinner or lunch. Go online and check out the menu. It has a lot of enticing choices. read more

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Food was great. Good variety of items. Brunch drinks and eats were awesome. Definitely need some reservations during popular times! read more

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Food was fantastic however it was soooo damn loud had to scream to talk I love music but it's louder than a bar or club. Wont be back for this read more

Cool venue with stacks of books The calamari is good The drinks are gorgeous The shrimp salad was much too salty The service was good read more

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Great food! Great atmosphere! The rooftop bar has has an amazing menu. The steak flatbread was one of the best dishes I have ever had! Will definitely be back the next time I visit town. Will highly recommend to anyone visiting! The service is incredible and great personable staff as well! read more

Such an interesting place! The food and drinks amazing! Service was outstanding. Make a reservation to sit inside. read more

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I feel like I always have to give a review every time I come because I am never disappointed with the food or service here. Just a reminder that the rooftop and the main level do have different menus, but they're all just as good. I love being able to come here and try different meals they offer! read more

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I have lost track of how many times we have eaten at this place! It's our go to place for any occasion. We have never had a bad experience here. The service is good and the food is always amazing. We watch for our favorite specials each week. The chicken Parmesan is fantastic. We always recommend Stack's to family and friends. read more

Our family of four made reservations for a Sunday lunch at 11 am. We were promptly seated upon arrival and it was not overly busy. We ordered the poblano fiesta omelet and chicken and waffle sandwich. Both portions were plentiful and we shared the entrees with our young daughters and still had leftovers to take to go. The omelet consisted of roasted poblanos, pork carnitas, roasted red peppers, onions, and pepperjack. It was topped with sliced avocado and serrano and served with a side of breakfast potatoes. The omelet was fluffy and abundantly packed. The sandwich had a thin, crusted chicken with several slices of ham and a thick layer of melted cheese in between two hearty pieces of waffles. The chicken was not crispy but the waffles were. However, given how big of a stack it was, it would have been chaotic to attempt to pick up. I went with knife and fork instead. The mustard and maple aioli had a slight kick to it so my girls did not like it. But they ate the waffles fine after I sliced off the top part that had the aioli. They really enjoyed the chicken and ham and ate a good portion. Service was attentive and super friendly. Our server was very patient and cheerful when engaging with our young daughters. That is always a huge plus! We look forward to revisiting the next time we're back in town. read more

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Food is amazing a little different generous portions second time this week and we live 50 minutes away. What can I say Service? Food makes me feel real comfortable. Really enjoy it. read more

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Great atmosphere! Really cool layout. Waitress and overall service was fantastic. We had Stuffed chicken and shrimp and chicken special. Both were very good. Large beer selection. read more

Loved it! We got the Italian beef with garlic fries. I ordered bruschetta as an appetizer. Quite honestly, it was so good that I could have just eaten bruschetta. You don't want to miss trying it. Only been there once. Then read about a altercation there not long after we went there which was totally unpredictable. I never heard anything from the owners on it which I thought was unusual. The service great. How our server balances all that food a drinks on her arm was above me. I said that she must have been in gymnastics which she was. She was really good. read more

Amazing food! Our friend who lives in the area said this is the best restaurant in this area of Indiana. The food is super giant so the prices are worth it. Super friendly service. We sat on the roof because we didn't make a reservation so the restaurant was full. We didn't make a reservation for a Saturday night. The bread sticks were amazing. Honestly probably some of the best bread sticks I've ever had. They were light and fluffy so even though there was a lot of them they weren't heavy and super filling. The cheese had some spice and it was so good. I had the open faced steak sandwich. It was so good. My filet was cooked perfectly and the onions were perfectly crisp. The garlic bread underneath was also so delicious. I wish there was more gravy and I also found it to be a bit acidic for some reason but it all worked together and it was amazing. The horseradish sauce was perfect and it had the perfect amount of horseradish. I'm a bit picky about horseradish sauce because usually there isn't enough flavor. This one was perfect. We all loved our food! Would highly recommend and I wish I could go to this restaurant all the time. read more

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Would highly recommend. Fantastic atmosphere and the area is beautiful. Absolutely 5 stars

Rating from the point of view of someone who was attending a rented out party, I am so impressed with the Stacks rooftop for my sisters smaller reception type dinner. Just about every guest I spoke to said it was the best food they had eaten at a wedding, and I completely agree with them. So fresh and warm for a family style buffet, great portion sizes, and selection. The bride and groom chose the salmon, steak tips, and stuffed chicken which I think I speak for everyone there when I say we all loved every entree. I had heard about the risotto and was so excited to try it with the salmon- truly delicious! The potatoes with the chicken were to die for. As for the staff, they were so great. We were all moving around and talking to people, but they always made sure to find you with your drink even if you had slightly wandered off. They were perfect with timing the food and bringing out desserts as well. We had a little bit of rain and the staff was so quick to move a few tables around and close screens so no rain came in. I can't thank them enough for making sure we had a great time! Overall, Stacks has continued to impress me since my first visit, and knows how to throw a lovely small party! read more

We chose to have our wedding reception on the Stacks rooftop on 06/08/2024. Throughout the year of planning, Becca has been amazing to work with. She has been on top of everything and made the day of easy and smooth. Everyone complimented how amazing the food was. We served the salmon, stuffed chicken, and steak tips and a majority of people got multiple plates of food due to enjoying it so much. Thank you Stacks for having us and making our day so great! read more

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Food was SO flavorful and delicious! The service was great and the ambiance is so unique and cozy. We had a wonderful time there and will return. Highly recommend the chicken sandwich. The pretzel bun is amazing! read more

Dumb. Maybe don't close the rooftop on a beautiful night with an event going on 2 hours before you close.