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    Stefan Grill Cafe Bar

    4.0 (60 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    John B.

    Was looking forward to having great Serbian food and this place did not disappoint. The pleskavica and cevapi were great. Servers were very friendly and helpful. Too bad I live so far away from this restaurant.

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    Luka E.

    Great food, large drink selection, and fantastic service! Highly recommend if you're looking for good Serbian food near Chicago. 10/10

    Ivana S.

    I have to say that when I first found this place and drove all the way out to Countryside I was a little apprehensive due to the location- it's nestled between warehouses and does not look like it belongs there. That being said the interior is very nicely set up and the atmosphere is great! I've been several times for coffee and some crepes and every time I could not resist to get the Meze platter. It is hands down the best meze I've ever had and it's very filling! Last night I went there ready to eat actual food and not just apps. We ordered the Gypsy platter and drowned in the amount of meat that came out! It was perfectly cooked and enough to feed four people! It was a great meal and perfect introduction to Serbian food for my friends. Can't wait to get back and try some more stuff off their menu. Btw, the eurocream crepes are my favorite.

    Outside patio with cooling misters
    Gwen M.

    Found a hidden gem in the industrial park area of Hodgkins The patio allows smoking and there are misters constantly cooling us off There's also an inside dining area with bar The portions are HUGE and DELICIOUS Our server Milena was friendly and helpful We were surrounded by mostly Eastern Europeans so our dining experience felt like we were international travelers Btw the restaurant specializes in Serbian as well as American favorites

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    Bettina M.

    Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Perfect place to take friends that want to taste authentic food from the Balkans.

    Trout with roasted potatoes

    We were looking for a good place to eat along I-55 and picked this restaurant based on the reviews and its Eastern European/Mediterranean menu. We've ordered trout with roasted potatoes, chicken with roasted veggies, and the Stefan burger. The chicken was rather ordinary but the veggies were grilled well and the two other meals were really good. The portion size was so huge that we took home at least half of each portion. If you pick this place for a meal, make sure you go somewhere where you can take out the leftovers or else you would regret having to leave too much good food to go to waste. Good place to consider for Serbian food with some Mediterranean selections (e.g. the sopska salad is also known by other names elsewhere in the Mediterranean).

    Stefan Burger

    Just discovered this gem after years of looking for a good place to eat around here. It's easy to miss if you're not looking for it but I'm glad we stopped. My friend and I both got burgers and they literally took up the entire plate. Mine came with fries and a pickle wedge of fresh made bread. My friend is on a Keto diet so he got the imperial which has ham and bacon mixed into the meat. Everything was perfect. It was so big I could only finish half my burger. I will definitely be coming here again.

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    Awesome Serbian food and atmosphere. Modern interior and great service. Try the mixed meat platter.

    European Breakfast (sandwich & yogurt)

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    Hidden gem! Great Siberian food and nice casual patio in the back. We enjoyed and will be back.

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    The food was great. The bus boys Emilio Ortiz and Danny Focht were the cherry on top. They provided…read moreincredible service to back up their waiters. I was extremely impressed. If you visit you should hope you have them as it's an experience you don't want to miss. Big shout out to Wooden paddle and Danny and Emilio for the great hospitality!!

    We went to Wooden Paddle for the first time with a group (including a toddler), and it ended up…read morebeing the perfect setting. It's a shareable, tapas-style dining experience, which makes it ideal for groups. We ordered the Fried Mozz Brick, which was good but didn't quite wow our group. On the other hand, I really enjoyed the Caesar salad, always a go-to for me and this one met my expectations. For pizzas, we tried the Pepper Only, the Sausage Fest, and The Original Mr. Beef, and that one ended up being my favorite. Definitely the star of the night. The drink menu is also great. Lots of options depending on what you're in the mood for. And as a mom, I have to mention the bathroom situation. Although it's downstairs, it's clean, spacious and private, and they have a changing table, which honestly makes such a difference. Believe it or not, not every place thinks about that, and it's always appreciated. Overall, a great spot for groups with good food, good drinks, and an aesthetic interior that left me wanting to go back for more.

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    4.3(176 reviews)
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    Stopped in on a Friday for a quick working lunch - very nice environment if you ever need the…read moreopportunity to do so. (and forgot to snap a picture!). I had the red pepper and cheddar quiche -- delicious! It was light and fluffy and came out in great timing. The salad was crisp and fresh, and the dressing was light -- just enough. Service was great and the entire staff was super friendly. I will definitely be back!

    First and foremost - everyone I interacted with was SUPER KIND, and I really liked some aspects of…read morethe experience. But for a premium price, I expect premium product, and this place is rough around the edges in ways that feel easy to fix. I'm pointing them out in hopes they'll be corrected. First the positive - the food was pretty good. Not great for the price, but pretty good. Drip coffee was better than most diners/cafes in the area. The ambience was pleasant. Here's the issues. 1. The furniture needs a refresh and I don't think the place has even been open that long. The side tables by the window are losing their finish - a fragment of wood got caught under my finger nail as I was sitting down and just lightly grazed the table with my hand. I also brushed away a few additional flakes coming up. The chiffon curtains are charming until you look closer and see they're speckled with food from past diners. A moss ball decoration in the bathroom is missing half its moss. It's little stuff, obviously, but when I spot things like this at a place otherwise charging a premium partially for cute aesthetics, I always get concerned that the lack of attention to detail might also be getting reflected in the food. 2. Value for money and food quality are also an issue. $20 for one slice of sourdough cut in half, a rather overdone French omelette with sour cream on top (not mentioned on the menu and a weird choice) a bowl of fruit I wasn't interested in rather than a choice of free side, and sausages I paid extra for, is not good value to me. The bread was good! The omelette was mediocre. The sausage was very solid, had a slight funk to it that I liked and suggested to me it was made in house - but 7 dollars for two sausage patties is absolutely wild. I would suggest Milkstop rethink the combos on its menu to include more and be priced a touch more transparently. 3. Finally, service. Everyone was VERY KIND, again, want to stress that, but service was slow and rather inattentive for most of the meal. The place was only half full, but water and an initial drink order were slow, and I waited for a while for the check while the staff chatted amongst themselves in the corner of the room. Not trying to be a dick, the life of a service worker is tough, but the place was mostly empty and I noticed they already charge a 3% service gratuity on your orders, so I'd expect a little better. Basically this place has a very charming surface with some wonkiness around the edges. I will definitely come back again but guys, come on - ditch the gross chiffon curtains, for both our sakes.

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    Good beer, good vibes! I like this place for a nice meal…read moreand Guinness. We had the fish and chips which is cooked perfectly plus I asked for the side of curry gravy - sooo good as fries dip. The place is not big, so it gets packed easily. We usually go here before 5pm and were able to snag couple chairs in the bar. Parking is a challenge, too on a busy hour or day.

    Rafferty's was truly an unforgettable experience. I haven't seen this much unearned superiority…read moresince a guy named Connor explained whiskey to me like his family personally invented Ireland. The atmosphere was very "we're better than you," which is ambitious considering half the room looked genetically connected to famine survivors and dock workers. The confidence level in that building deserves scientific study. I walked in expecting casual dining and somehow ended up in what felt like an audition for "Medieval Lords of the Suburbs." The staff acted like they were protecting ancient bloodlines instead of refilling ranch dressing. At one point I honestly wanted to ask: "Sir, are you judging me... while wearing a polo shirt with barbecue sauce on it?" The energy was aggressively holier-than-thou for a place where the main cultural contribution is fried appetizers and vodka seltzer. To be fair, the food was fine. But the side of racial superiority was a little harassing for my ego. Beautiful naturally redheaded bartenders girls though ‍

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    4.0(196 reviews)
    3.7 mi

    I've been wanting to try The Elm for quite a while now since I've heard so many good things. So I…read moredecided to stop in during lunch and wow, I was impressed. From the atmosphere, to the decor to the food, everything just felt right. They currently have their winter menu right now and I ended up ordering the Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wrap with sweet potato fries. Definitely a healthier bite on their menu but it was still packed with so much flavor and the perfect buffalo kick. For appetizers I ordered the Tempura Shrimp and I really liked that ALL the food came out steaming hot. I didn't catch our waitress's name but she was informative and kind from the beginning. She even told us they host comedy shows there, which is such a nice touch. I will definitely be returning, especially once warmer Chicago days arrive and their patio can fully be enjoyed.

    Came here on a weekend night with a reservation and was originally a bit worried as the table was…read morein the rooftop patio, but the area turned out to be quite warm. - Baked Crab Cakes - I really enjoyed these crab cakes especially because they were very well moisturized and not too dry. I also liked the vinaigrette and the corn on the side which went very well with the crab meat. - Salmon Wontons - I was actually not a big fan of these wontons as I thought the salmon didn't have a lot of flavor and was quite fishy. The other ingredients on top of it unfortunately didn't help much in covering the flavors. - Seared Scallops - I haven't had scallops in a long time and I thought these scallops were absolutely delicious. The scallops themselves were semi-raw in the center but seared to perfection on the outside with a bit of a sweet char. I also loved the root vegetables sitting over the pilaf as it soaked in all the seafood flavor. This dish was also humongous and definitely left me very full afterwards. Solid dinner spot in La Grange!

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    4.0(251 reviews)
    3.7 mi
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    I've had cocktails here a couple of years ago but on my recent visit, I made reservations for…read moredinner. Our group of four were seated promptly at their all year round rooftop terrace, Our server was pleasant and efficient throughout the evening. I tried: GRILLED OCTOPUS- delicious GNOCCHI- this was good but it was a little too oily/fatty because it was loaded with prosciutto PRIME HANGER- the steak and mashed potatoes were both prepared and cooked well The place is nice and clean. Parking can be challenging especially on the weekends but there are a couple of parking lots around or you can get lucky with street parking. 'Til next time!

    Happy Hour Review! The perfect happy hour spot in Downtown…read moreLaGrange! My husband and I ventured in on a weekday and sat at the bar for Happy Hour. Pete took care of us and went above and beyond to make our visit special. We ask suggestions for cocktails and he had great recommendations. My husband got the Adventure Land and Pete made me an "off menu" Last Word cocktail with mezcal he had been loving to make. This drink was amazing to say the least! It was frothy yet fruity and very balanced. The Adventure Land was also great and exactly what one wants in a summertime gin drink. I later also tried the One Upon a Time in Mexico which gave more of a mezcal spritz vibe. It was lighter and refreshing. For food, we shared the Scallops as well as the Gnocchi. All Starters are 25% off during Happy Hour. Items can still come at a premium but they had so many options to choose from, portions were standard sizes, and quality was great. Pete offered a free birthday dessert but we were too full to accept the generous offer. I highly recommend stopping into Fourteensixteen to explore their menu and drinks!

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