Incredible wine bar with even more incredible food + service. Hands down the best overall dining…read moreexperience I've had out in the past 6 months. Carlos, our waiter, was so knowledgeable and friendly. He clearly has tried everything on the menu and has a deep understanding of flavors and pairings. what not miss - 1. fried artichoke - heavenly, fried to perfection 2. blue cheese + pear dipping - so smokey you'd think there was bacon in it, with the perfect tang of the pear / mustard flavors. (this plate was something I NEVER thought I'd order and enjoy, I'm not a blue cheese fan normally) 3. short rib wellington - I rarely eat meat, but wow it's so tender and the spread in the bowl pairs effortlessly. The pastry on the outside wasn't doing the dish any favors but didn't take away from it either. A small portion for the price so definitely a special occasion plate IMO LGBTQI+ friendly atmosphere. Was not crowded on a Thursday late night. Great prices on small plates + many pour sizes to fit your budget. What I didn't like- Very close to your booth side neighbors with little separation, I would recommend a stand alone table for more intimate dining. Also, I would enjoy it to be a bit darker (yes it was dark already, give me even more) and the music a bit louder. The check came, I gave my card, the check came back with an extra drink on it that they forgot to add before giving me the check. I will absolutely be back!

Sometimes I forget how much I like wine…read more Three of us went to Uvae for restaurant week and loved everything. For an extra $15, it made sense to order the prix fixe menu with the wine pairings. A cocktail likely would have cost more. The soup and salad were delicious and paired perfectly with great wines. We all loved our entrees, although I suspect I loved my short rib wellington a little harder. I'm not a huge desert person but I can't stop thinking about that Nutella creme brulee. Also paired with a great dessert wine-- possibly the only dessert wine I have ever really liked! Yes the portions are a little smaller for restaurant week, but with four courses I was happy to not feel like a glutton at the end. Incredibly thoughtful and knowledgeable service made this a great choice for dinner. The space is well laid out too. We didn't feel like we were sitting on top of people, and it was easy to have a conversation even when the room was pretty full.

10 out of 10 experience. It's so clean and beautiful inside, I really didn't want to leave lol I…read morewas so comfortable; I really liked how bright the inside is. We went here on a Sunday for brunch, we were a big group (6) with a little one. We made reservations ahead. The service was excellent, our waiter was so nice and welcoming because of him we are going back. He was so caring about our little one. The food was delicious including the drinks. Such a great dining experience!!

Note- I'm a first timer and went for brunch…read more The restaurant is beautiful- lots of neutrals with some pops of green. Great place to for a family meal or a date night. I went for brunch and had the pancakes. To my surprise, the restaurant does not serve standard breakfast meat, so I got a side of pastrami to accompany my pancakes. The pancakes were smaller than I expected, but were fantastically fluffy with a very tasty vanilla sauce. The fruit was all fresh and flavorful, and the pastrami, surprisingly, accompanied the pancakes well. It was a perfectly seasoned and incredibly moist. Would come back to have the actual sandwich. Service was solid, if not a little slow, but everyone we saw was incredibly friendly. All in all, this place is a fantastic addition to Andersonville and I highly recommend you give it a try!

This spot was super cute! We stopped in for happy hour which featured some fairly good deals on a…read morehandful of wines, cocktails, and snacks. There's a small outdoor patio and a good-sized bar and dining room. We ordered the deviled eggs which were a special treat given that they are beet-pickled. So yummy and unique and the presentation was gorgeous. The charcuterie boards here looked incredible but since we were only stopping in for a quick bite, we didn't order one (although it was tempting). Service was friendly and attentive. I highly recommend this cute spot!

Vincent was a fantastic dining experience from start to finish. The French onion soup was…read moreabsolutely delicious, with rich, distinctive flavors that really stood out. For my entrée, I had the double cheeseburger, and it was outstanding. The patties were perfectly seasoned and grilled just right, topped with plenty of melted cheese on a soft, fresh bun. I upgraded to the truffle fries, and they were definitely worth it--crispy, flavorful, and a perfect complement to the burger. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, with a diverse crowd enjoying the beautiful day. What really made the experience exceptional was the service. Our waiter was attentive without being overbearing, checking on us regularly to refill our water, see if we wanted another drink, and make sure we were enjoying our meals. He even let us know that if there was anything we didn't like, he'd gladly have it replaced, which showed how much they care about their guests. Overall, Vincent delivered great food, excellent service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended!

As a firm believer that the best dining experiences involve sharing plates, I was thrilled to visit…read morem.henry with a friend who feels the same way. We ordered two completely different dishes: the veggie quiche with a delightful side salad for me & the rhubarb strawberry french toast with a side of whipped cream for him. Polar opposites on paper but perfectly complementary on the table, giving us the best of both savory & sweet. Weekends are packed so it was a pleasant surprise to be seated without a wait. The space is absolutely adorable - warm, inviting & full of charm. Between the friendly, attentive staff & the delicious dishes, m.henry delivered another wonderful brunch experience! NOM NOM NOM #YUM

Food was really yummy and I really like the style of the restaurant. The service is really fast.read more

Stopped in for a bite and beer - both were great. Also enjoyed a Magners cider, which I rarely find…read morein the US. They also pour a proper Guinness. I went all in on the Irish pub experience and got the fish & chips. Fish was great and the chips were good but seemed like the could have been fresher. Good crowd and wait staff. Decor was on point too. I'd definitely go back.

Lovely experience! Fantastic and attentive service. Really cool vibes. The space is large, bright,…read moreand open. Plenty of TVs with various games playing. Great place to watch the World Cup. I love the high ceilings, decor, and lighting. Comfy chairs too. Indoor and outdoor seating. Excellent food and beverages! The mango lemonade was very refreshing. I loved the Buddha Bowl! Wow!! I added tofu to mine and it was very tasty, The peanut sauce was so good! I slurped all the leftover sauce up. The curry fries were very flavorful too. I would definitely come back here.

This place is a hidden gem I think partly bc you can't tell if it exists. The cocktails range from…read moreclassic to inventive. The bartenders were super friendly and didn't hesitate in chatting us up. It's got a speakeasy vibe that also borders on spooky if you can imagine that!

What a cool place! We visited this former pharmacy turned bar for an after dinner drink. I wasn't…read moreexpecting all that much but the inside is so cool, service was great, and the drinks were fantastic! They even had a live jazz band playing this particular night which was a really nice surprise. We sat ourselves at one of the tables since the bar was all full. The bartender was nice enough to come round to us to take our orders instead of us having to go up to the bar. I ordered one of the seasonal specialty drinks called "Stache". It was cachaca, pistachio orgeat, lemon, meletti, and cherry bark vanilla bitters. I love pistachio and I love amaro so it seemed like a good direction for me to go in. The presentation wasn't much but I was really pleased with the flavor! It was one of those drinks I had to force myself not to chug because it was that drinkable. All my friends seemed to like their drinks too. We were only here for an hour or so but I'd definitely return the next time I'm in Chicago.

Hopleaf Bar is hands down one of our favorite spots for dinner and drink in all of Chicago!…read more One key to a successful dinning experience at Hopleaf is knowing the three different spaces to engage. When you first walk in, you have to show your ID since this is an adults-only bar establishment. (1) You can then choose to sit in the front bar area, if you want a full menu, but use the bar for ordering service. (2) If you keep walking through the front bar area, you reach the host stand at the top of the ramp. This is where you can put your name in to sit in the main dining room, upstairs, or outside. (3) However, you can also walk through to the left of the host stand to another bar area that has full menus, but bar service for ordering. This is our preferred spot because we can often find a seat and order with the bar. Do note that, during busy times, part of this bar area is managed by the host stand and will be labeled as such. The extensive beer menu is our favorite. We have our favorite food items, so all our decision making revolves around which beer we will get. They always have a bit of everything style-wise, from all over the world, but with a local-brewery focus. Seasonal emphasis is also taken into consideration when they curate the beer list. It is always rotating and we love it! Beers are served in the recommended glasses from the breweries. It's a great drinking experience from start to finish! Our food orders are eternally set: I get the Nueske Ham sandwich with fries and aioli. My husband gets the Reuben sandwich with fries and aioli. This meal is so perfect we'll probably never get anything different, despite the menu being delicious across the board. The wildest we get is sometimes splitting the two sandwiches. No reason to mess with a good thing! Other notable great things about Hopleaf: (1) Kind, knowledgeable, and professional staff. (2) Reasonable prices for high quality and great variety products. (3) Clean Belgian Bar decor/vibe with lots of space for folks to enjoy their time. (4) They are open late and serve food late. Thank you for being an amazing local spot, Hopleaf! We'll see you soon!

Fantastic beers and cocktails. I am not a beer drinker but found one I loved. The food is higher…read moreend but wow! So tasty!! Our waitress gave us a lot of attention, made recommendations and really listened to our likes and dislikes.

If you are looking for a neighborhood restaurant bar that plays sports, good music, with a friendly…read moreatmosphere and great food, looking no further. It's polished enough for first dates and dining with friends, yet casual enough for a quick bite after work, or having a few beers while watching the game. Must try's are their burgers with Truffle Fries and spicy ketchup, their grilled chicken sandwich with bacon and avocado as a wrap, any of their salads, and all of their brunch menu with a Bloody Mary. I love mine with half gin and half vodka.

Classic, local, Uptown favorite eatery drawing a diverse crowd for good old classic tavern fare…read more Service can be a little spotty depending on the day/time/event but everyone on staff is almost always friendly and nice. The weekend bottomless mimosa brunch definitely leads to some memories being made with friends and strangers.