I have been coming here for years and love it. They have a great craft beer selection and the owner…read moreis always very knowledgeable and friendly.

Great place to get a drink and meet up with friends. A wide selection of craft beers on tap and in…read morecans. Also, am impressive selection of bourbon. I only came here to grab a beer with a friend and this place is perfect for that.

It's been a minute since I last dined at Sofia in Englewood. I was in the area this past Sunday,…read moreand decided to stop by for a late night cocktail and snack. It's refreshing to find a steakhouse that serves food and drinks late on a Sunday night. The decor, vibes, and clientele are upscale. It's not uncommon for exotic cars to pull up at the valet station. We sat at the bar and were waited on by James who had a great personality and a flair for mixing cocktails. The "White Walker" is a long-standing cocktail on the Sofia menu, and it really hit the spot (Ketel One vodka, coconut cream, lychee, lemon and club soda). My wife tried the "Geisha's Lullaby" - a Japanese whisky cocktail with pistachio, lime, falernum and vanilla. This cocktail was outstanding! On the food side, I ordered Cacio E Pepe. I enjoyed it. Not creamy like the typical cacio e pepe, but the pasta was served over a delicious slice of beef carpaccio. I'd rate it a 4.5 of 5.0. To finish the evening, I enjoyed a pour of Redbreast 12 from Sofia's wall of spirits. Whiskey lovers will enjoy the options, including luxury pours. My wife tried a Peaches in Paris cocktail - white peach puree, vodka, lemon, St. Germain, and Peychaud's bitters. The Peychaud's bitters bullied this cocktail making it slightly unbalanced. Overall though, we loved the cocktail program.

For starters, the complimentary bread choices is a bonus. The oysters for appetizer were very fresh…read moreand taste well, didn't have too much of a briney/fishy taste which was a bonus for me and sauces paired very well together. The pasta was very creamy and enjoyed the flavor. As someone who loves steak and is picky with how I receive it, I had ordered a porterhouse Medium Rare, the first one we received was overcooked to medium well and our server second guessed me when I brought it to attention. He had to call over another worker to double check and we had to ask once again if we were able to get it redone to our liking before even getting it replaced right away. The second porterhouse we received was done correctly and was seasoned well and had enough fat to make it buttery and melty. Espresso Martini was made well and for Whiskey Sours, if you like them on the smokier side, I would recommend it. All in all, we enjoyed all the food but the only set back for us was that we had to wait a little longer for our steak which we wanted to pair with our pasta. By the time it came out correctly, our pasta was already cold.

LOVE this place! Such a great place to hang with friends and drink and chat for hours! They staff…read moreis so kind and attentive here! I cannot wait to be back for more memories!

Summer Nights! Give…read moreme good food, strong drinks, outside vibes and chill decor. That's what brought me to The Honey Well. I've had them bookmarked for YEARS.... I finally made my way over. Upon arrival we were given the option to sit inside or outdoor. Clearly I went with outdoor via their backyard. The setup is so cozy and perfect for a chill date night. The cocktail menu consisted of classics and in house specials. The bartender is truly talented. I basically told her what I like and she made me a concoction that didn't disappoint. We also had shrimp and feta which was tasty as well. The Honey Well was worth the wait and I'll definitely be back.

I really enjoyed Uptown Bourbon. I went after a date and it ended up being the perfect spot to end…read morea relaxed night out. The vibe is cozy and intimate without feeling stuffy. The service was friendly, the bartender was lovely and even let us sit and be served at a small table although they were crowded. I had a glass of rose wine and it was great and poured generously. I would definitely come back.

Great spot, specially for the neighborhood. Great owner, good bartenders, awesome whiskey…read moreselection, and a turntable spinning table. Whenever i'm in the area, I come here for a drink or five. Well worth it.

I rented this venue for my husband's birthday party. I brought in my own vendors and the venue…read moresupplied the cigars, tables, linens, and waitstaff. The owner was responsive and helpful, and generally made the process seamless. Everyone enjoyed the party, and I would recommend it to others for private events. Everything turned out really well.

Great cigar selections. A laid-back space is great for relaxing and converting with the guys.read more

Celebrated a surprise 60th birthday of a friend on a Saturday morning in April…read more Claudia Almeida - the event manager went above and beyond in making sure this celebration will be extra special. Claudia made sure she is on top of everything. From menu selection making it "personalized" by printing the celebrant's name on its menu list and making sure our requests were accommodated. She replied to all my e-mails right away. Our server Dejan is also wonderful - making us feel like we are VIPs! The staff are friendly and making sure our needs were all met. The brunch menu we had - presentation is 5 out of 5. The salmon, chicken wings and the empanada trio were a hit. Will rate them 5 out of 5 for the taste. Our BIG thank you to Claudia, Dejan and the rest of Ventanas Restaurant and Lounge staff for making this celebration so special.

Food: Flavor of the food was good but the flavor of some of the sides were not what we expected. If…read moreyou are a fan of Asian, Hispanic fusion food this is the spot for you. Steak was cooked well to the Medium Rare temp that we like and was seasoned well. Calamari and shrimp were hot and crispy. Shishito peppers were spicy with a sweet and savory flavor to which I thought paired well with the steak. Broccolini were seasoned and cooked well with a salty and savory flavor. A5 Wagyu roll was very enjoyable but could have used just a bit more meat for the price. Maduros were way too sweet for our liking as they are already sweet itself, but they get drenched in a honey chili sauce as well. For the food we had received and price paid, we've definitely experienced better for cheaper. Felt as if the cost is also more for the ambiance and experience. The place is very nice and aesthetic with a live DJ on a Friday night, but tables and seating arrangements are very close to each other. Side note: Its common to go to restaurants where a party of 4 or more means auto gratuity added, but to be automatically charged 18% for only a party of 2? Thankfully, our server took care of us through the night. Just a heads up for anyone who prefers to tip based on service rather than a preset percentage on the bill.

Was so excited by their menu online for brunch but when we got there, the menu was completely…read moredifferent. It was just a typical breakfast menu vs the English breakfast menu they advertised on line. When we got in, we were the first customers in and the server came to ask if we wanted drinks right away. However, she became increasingly mia afterwards. After waiting around 30 minutes for eggs and bacon over some burnt cheap coffee, we got out plates which were nothing to write home about. The waitress checked in with us 0x until we were ready for the check and then thanked us for being patient as she was experiencing some anxiety today, though no apologies and nothing offered as compensation for the extreme lack of service. All in all, save your $ and head down elsewhere!

Before meeting my friend to go to Hamilton the play and dropping off my son, we all needed…read moresomewhere to eat. I thought It would be cool to go to Hamilton Heights close to my sons drop off, here to Hamilton Hall before we went to see the play Hamilton. My son and I had a burger which tasted standard and my friend felt the same way about her food. Maybe it was what we ordered . The drinks were good and on point. My friend and I had old fashioned and my son had a soda. It seems like a neighborhood bar, and staff seemed friendly. We went on a Sunday before 6PM and there were a few people in it. However, when I pass by it when I drop off my son later in the day it seems more livelier and full. This may be a better time to visit.