Had a seven hour layover so came to check the new digs (last time was in a different location.)…read moreThis is a winning spot. Great Rainbow salad and a drink were reasonably priced given the quality. Very tasteful ambiance with The player piano and Pumpkkns merch- if I lived here would visit often

My wife brought me here since this place was full of vegan options that she wanted to try out. This…read moreplace was really warm and inviting upon walking in. I was intrigued by seeing all the professional wrestling shirts that were here and come to realize that this place was co-owned by Billy Corgan of the Smashing Pumpkins which I thought was wish I thought was quite interesting. Especially since me and my wife saw him perform last year in Joliet. The price is here on the items are pretty fair. If it's your first time here, expect your first time finding the restrooms to be a bit confusing. Great selection of vinyl records and other small gifts on sale. They have live music being performed here consistently. Staff here is actually friendly and social. This place also has plenty of parking as well, me and my wife definitely recommend checking this place out when you get a chance. Is it above average coffee place.

Such a great local spot! Food was delish and service was excellent. Outdoor seating will be setup…read morein a week or so. A new go to spot for us!

We stopped in at Pixca on a Friday night for dinner. When we arrived many tables were open but when…read morewe asked for a table for two the host paused like he wasn't sure he could fit us in. He did find a table and during the course of our meal there were non-stop arrivals with a few heading straight to the small bar so I'm thinking perhaps it has a strong flow of regular customers. The service was efficient and the dining room has a cozy bistro feel to it. The menu is seasonal. Nothing was calling out to me so I went with the burger and fries. Both were good. Overall we are glad we gave Pixca a try. Before we go again we'll make a reservation and check the menu to see what the current options are.

I'm not sure that I've ever had a bad experience at Spirit Elephant. The handcrafted cocktails and…read moremocktails are always refreshing and flavorful and the presentation of the drinks, as well as the food is always photo-worthy. I always look forward to the seasonal rotation of menu items, as I know the ingredients will be fresh and in season, and I love looking forward to new dishes. I absolutely adore Spirit Elephant and have loved making this my go-to spot in Winnetka. I have had Meet Up events, girls brunches and date nights here, and always enjoy the experience. I've honestly been here more times than I can count. My omnivore friends are always pleasantly surprised once they've been officially introduced to the magic of Spirit Elephant. I've loved watching all of the small changes over the years, and have appreciated that the quality of the food and handcrafted cocktails has never changed. I have raved of the patio in the past, but they've since done two major upgrades, and I love spending weekend afternoons with a group of friends during the warmer months on their patio even more. The staff is phenomenal, and I appreciate that I always know my server will have an excellent recommendation whenever I stop in (I mean, you truly cannot go wrong with anything that you order).

Always a treat! Finally made it to happy hour just tinder the wire. We tried the bao buns and poke…read morenachos - both were amazing. The tofu in the bao buns was so crispy and delicious that my carnivore friend said tasted just like pork belly. Having never had pork belly, I was happy that to me it tasted like tofu since I love tofu. The poke nachos were a bit spicy for me but flavorful and delicious. Again, my friend thought it really tasted like tuna. My friend wanted to split the steak which I thought wasn't their strongest dish because it tasted more processed and not like lovely tofu nor like meat. But for those who enjoy vegan steaks, it was quite flavorful and moist. The potatoes were so fluffy and crispy. But not my fav of their dishes. As always the manager, Jordan, comes by and makes us feel like VIPs, laughing and treating us like old friends. And the whole team works together smoothly. Being surrounded by plants with perfect warm lighting makes the ambiance just as wonderful as the food itself.

I visited here on a recent Friday with a group of almost a dozen and had a great time. We had a…read morelarge table (not sure is someone reserved it or not) looking right out onto Roger Williams ave. We had plenty of room and it was nice to have delicious beer, good food, and a pleasant view of this part of Highland Park. I've been here before when it had a different name, but it seems like little has changed. This is a well warn bar! Comfy seats at the bar and a smattering of booths and table with a homey feel - lots of wood and available light from the large front window. This is not a huge room by any means but it never felt crowded. Our group had mostly apps like guac and chips and a quesadilla or two. I tried a Kolsch lager and a Marzen lager both if which were a little cheaper than usual due to the Happy Hour Special of $5 a beer. Margaritas are $6 at Happy Hour. The beer was very good! We had a great waiter and being seated just a few feet from the bar meant no one went thirsty or hungry for long. On past visits I was seated on the back patio but we had rain on this most recent visit, and it's also March! (Patio season does not start in the Chicago area for at least another month or month and a half!) The patio is a nice little wood fenced in area with lots of tables and a back tap bar. Not sure if that set-up is still the same.... This is a great local bar with a lot of rustic, homey charm. I'd definitely recommend if you want good local beer in a friendly old-school bar.

I Wanted to try something new for Sunday brunch…read more Walked in around 12:30. Sat at the bar where there was one other patron waiting for his food. Bartender was slicing limes and washing dishes. I waited for 10 minutes without even an acknowledgement of my presence. Not even eye contact. He came over to a stack of glasses in front of me to grab a glass and still no eye contact or even a "hey I'll be right with you" The place was empty. 2 servers were hanging out at the right end of the bar looking bored. Another patron walked in and sat at the bar. Bartender hollered out "margarita"? and then prepared him his margarita. Still no engagement or acknowledgement whatsoever. I got up and left. No surprise the place was empty.I'm sorry I do not have a food review. I did not want to wait all day to be served.

Been to a lot of açaí bowl spots, and this place by far has it together! Great location,…read moreaesthetically pleasing decor, and a super friendly welcome. And the bowls? So good they'll have you craving more!! The base at a lot of these places can be icy or watery, but this place got it right. I meannnnn--go try it and tell me I'm wrong!! LOL. It's so smooth--thick, but not too thick!! The granola is crunchy (not stale), not too sweet, and has the perfect hint of cinnamon. And who doesn't love a colorful swirl top for an instantly picture-worthy post?! Try them. Try them now!!

We love bright bowls! It truly brightens my day to walk in the doors and feel the positive energy…read more My son loves the power balls and would ask about them every day at one point. The staff are super helpful in giving suggestions on what to order if you are unsure. The music is super fun too! Support local

The staff couldn't be friendlier or more attentive. Then there is the food that is amazing! I had…read morethe tuna tartare and the crawfish etufee and loved them both! Their wine prices for the bottle are very reasonable with a wide selection. They only charge $20 for a corkage fee should you want to bring your own. The space is cozy so making a reservation would be advisable. My only regret was ordering the espresso martini which was really disappointing since everything else was so good. It didn't have the right foam on top and tasted really off so avoid that but their other cocktails were delicious. Can't wait to come back and try more!!

Two more awesome visits, discovered their awesome Sazerac, Burnt Ends & Cheddar Grits app, Szechuan…read moreSpicy Calamari, Bluegrass Salad, and the Shrimp and Grits with Andouille. All wonderful, and my colleague enjoyed the French Onion Soup and Jambalaya. All the staff was great and Joel remembered me!

finally got around to visiting alice & friends! it was always so far out of my way, but i was in…read morethe area and had dinner here with a friend. right away, the restaurant was very warm and homey. we were quickly sat and got to ordering. our waiter was very helpful when it came to different menu options and recommendations, so we were able to order pretty quickly! for an appetizer, we got the steamed dumplings, and for entrees, we got the chow mein and spammi sandwich. the portions were great, and the food was all delicious! i really liked the slaw that came with the spammi sandwich. overall a great experience! i would definitely recommend this restaurant.

I have a confession - I may have developed an addiction to their Kung Pao! I have not stopped…read morethinking of it for a whole entire week and it was one of those meals that left such good memories that I can still "taste" it - y'know? I hadn't been since their renovation and made it there last Thursday. It was really cute ambiance - I loved the interior designer's work. The place has options of seating - inside and outside, ranging from metal chairs to comfortable upholstered benches. We got the tom kha to begin with, which my husband, who's not vegetarian, devoured. It was truly delicious! We then got the Kung Pao with mushrooms and it was incredible - the flavors, the choice of vegetables, the sauce - all of it! We also got a chow mein but with rice noodles - this was the one dish that could take some improvement. Granted, the original recipe calls for wheat noodles, and that might be really good, though our rice noodles version of it was came out soggy. Our server had clearly had a long day - she was tired and forgetful (didn't bring us rice and we had a hard time flagging her down to request it). She also just brought us the check after dinner, without asking if we wanted any dessert. All in all, highly recommend this place for delicious plant-based food.

This is a wonderful non profit organization that works with at-risk teens to early 20's, teaching…read moreall aspects of the restaurant business. On top of that the food is delicious. I highly recommend it.

Enjoyed the hot chocolate! Homemade cookies were delicious…read more... there were other bakery items to choose from. Coffee Teas and breakfast brunch lunch items. We went with a group of our special needs students for a community outing. Everyone was friendly. The place is good for groups and very welcoming. I would go here on my own sometime with friends and family.

Fantastic tacos Tasty…read moreFresh Simple menus Great value Love the small vibes and the corner bar is a great add I had the tinga and chorizo tacos and they were awesome

Amazing real Mexican food. This is a real Taqueria…read more Personal best is the Torta al Pastor. Kids love the Torta de Chorizo. Try them both.

Amazing service and authentic italian food! Ambiance is perfect for a date night too!read more

This is a fabulous restaurant! I had a great cocktail and wine here in addition to a lovely entree…read moreand affogato. However, the apps stole the show! That focaccia is MAGICAL. The calamari here is also among the best I have ever had. It's a bustling, tight, and busy atmosphere, but the food is comforting and delicious.