Got some great cocktails from this bar and gallery in Aurora. It has a kind of limited menu but you…read morecan find something good though. French 75 is basically an art gallery but there's a bar. Look at some art while sipping on a few cocktails. The prices aren't bad especially at happy hours. Checked it out before going to see a play and it was big time ass busy. It's one of the nicer bars in town to be certain. There's all kinds of fancy cocktails such as the namesake obviously. Go at the happy hour and save a few bucks. It's $6 for any of the French 75 variations. Happy hour is Tuesdays through Fridays 4 to 6 in the evening. The Blanc is Bombay Dry Gin, Brut, lemon juice, and simple syrup. It's about $9 for appetizers. The Marinated Olives are nice to munch on. Also they have charcuterie boards. These are great for groups and parties. Has quite an interesting combination. It's open every evening with plenty of art to check out. They have a happy hour weekdays and are open later Fridays and Saturdays.

This is a cute place to come and grab a drink and light food with friends with unique cocktails and…read morecharcuterie boards. They have beautiful paintings covering the walls, and very friendly and attentive service. I tried The Goddess drink, which is similar to a sangria, and the Flower Garden is really good too.

Had the roast beef this is a fun place. I love the outside with the fireplace. My sister got the…read morebreasted chicken and my niece got the Reuben. It was delicious ambience's number one.

I ordered online from Burnt Barrel and purchased a steak sandwich with a baked potato, which…read morecarried a $3.50 upcharge. Shortly after placing the order, the restaurant called and informed me they were out of baked potatoes. I then asked to substitute roasted red potatoes instead. When I arrived to pick up my order, I was told the roasted red potatoes carried the same upcharge as the baked potato. After leaving I checked their online menu and discovered that was not correct. I called back simply to ask why I was not given accurate information. Instead of handling the situation professionally, the employee on the phone became extremely rude and defensive, repeatedly stating that they "did not lie" and that "people make mistakes." At that point, I explained that the $2 difference was not the issue it was the poor customer service and dishonest communication that mattered. I learned my lesson and unfortunately will not be returning to this establishment.

My cousin was in town on his birthday and wanted to get together somewhere for a drink and decided…read moreon Arthouse in downtown Aurora. This was my first time there and I am surprised I haven't heard more people talking about it. I stopped in a little after 9:30pm to meet up with the rest of the group of 6 on a Saturday night. I didn't realize until I got there that my cousin's cousin who is a friend was actually bartending so that was a nice surprise because he's got a lot of experience. Our server was really nice and came up to our high top as I was looking over the drink menu to let me know that the kitchen would be closing soon in case we wanted to order any food but we had all already eaten. I do kind of wish that I had looked over the food menu though because some of the last plates I saw being served for the night looked pretty good. Both the server and our friend did a great job of checking in throughout the night with our party and the others. This was the same night as the Pride Celebration in Aurora that was literally just outside on Stolp Ave but it wasn't very busy for a while but a good amount of people trickled in for a nightcap after the show at the Paramount let out. The 2 drinks I had were really good. The first one was the featured cocktail: Naughty Nellie's Nectar which was a great Tiki-esque drink with spiced rum and bitters mixed with various fruit juices including passion fruit, guava, pineapple, and lime. It was right up my alley so I was a little sad when I went for a second one and the bartender said that they had run out of some of the ingredients but that he would make me the other drink on the menu that's similar, the Twilight Tixi. I liked that one a lot too. What really made the night great though was the chill and relaxing ambiance of the space. The nice lighting gave the mood of a mix between lounge, restaurant and bar. The music was good and although they had the TV above the bar playing the last game of the NBA finals it was not the focal point. I'm looking forward to more fun nights at Arthouse in the future.

The tacos have had me in a chokehold for a few months now, especially the steak one they had. Each…read moremonth they switch it up and add a new burger and taco to the menu. Recently I tried the Ribeye (Medium Rare) and Mac and cheese for a very patriotic meal before the 4th of July. I really like the chimichurri sauce, hot tip - add a little to your Mac and cheese. So delicious. I'd say the steak could have used a little more of a crust but overall was still really yummy. The service is always wonderful, tonight Poncho was working and he always remembers my drink and makes my friends feel welcome. If you haven't been before the ambiance is really great. I challenged you go to in and find a new bad you haven't heard of, or count all the ones you recognize in the decor. I also really love the Arthouse Salad

Aye Paisans,…read more Somebody asked on the Internet the other day "what radicalized you?" This sandwich did.

This was our second visit and once again we were not disappointed. Both the food and the service…read morewere excellent. The oysters were very fresh and there was a good selection- 3 east coast and 4 west coast. Our server Lynn was very helpful when selecting an appropriate wine for our entrees. She bought two samples and both were good. I had the lobster linguine (all the pastas are made in house) which was perfect. My husband had the raviolis which were unfortunately too hard so if you order them make sure they cook them well unless you like super al dente pasta. We also ordered the green goddess Caesar salad which was an unusual presentation but good and the lobster tail dessert which was both huge and delicious. The restaurant is comfortable and not overly formal. We will return.

We reserved Gray's Mill for my son's Rehearsal Dinner. They set us up on the 3rd floor with our…read moreown bartender and servers. The wait staff service was outstanding and Adam, the bartender was excellent. Appeitzers were delicious - spinach artichoke dip and meatballs with marinara. We provided our guests with the choice of Fish&Chips, Grilled Chicken Sandwich or the Wienerschnitzel...kids were given a Chicken Tender Meal. Everyone truly enjoyed their meals. I appreciated they allowed a special meal for the MOB who is a vegetarian. The sugar donuts at the end of the meal were a hit! :) Alyssa, the party coordinator for the venue was super accomodating and super easy to work with. It does take a few days for response time - BUT, I always got a response. And she was always willing to give us everything we asked for! The venue even let us in earlier than requested to set up our decor. We would definitely recommend this venue for a bridal/baby shower or birthday party - any special event that is smaller in numbers. The venue has been advertising a new addition to the space next to building but it seems the construction has haulted. It is a shame because it is a bit of an eyesore - BUT, if they complete this addition, it will be beautiful. Hope they are able to complete it. The Gray's Mills has history with it's town so I hope locals will continue to support it. When we come back to visit our son and my new daughter-in-law, we will definitely be back for a visit - especially if the weather is nice!! They have a great outdoor patio along the Fox River just outside the restaurant on the bottom floor. Thank you Gray's Mill Estate!!

I attended the New Year's Eve dinner on Wednesday, December 31, and had a great time! The servers -…read moreAndrea, Drake, and Ethan - worked very hard and provided great customer service, as always! Adam was stellar behind the bar! The performers - Bert's Revenge - were excellent, as always, providing the perfect vibe to the evening! It really means a lot seeing the co-owner, Mike Baum and his wife, Jan, there mingling with their customers. They put their heart into this establishment and it shows! Overall, it was a great value and I highly recommend this venue to all!

My husband and I have been to The Turf Room North Aurora, IL a handful of times and have never been…read moredisappointed. We went there yesterday for dinner and continue to be delighted with the staff as well as the restaurant as a whole. I am always pleased with the staff. Our sever, Deven was on her game. She was quite knowledgeable and knew her menu well. She started us off with the Waygu Wellington Poptarts. The flaky crust that covered the melt in your mouth beef was extraordinaire. For my entree, I had the Blackened Salmon on arugula. This was combined with shaved almonds, strawberries, avocado, and blue cheese! Ever hear someone get excited about a salad? Yes it was that good. Husband had the Sous Vide half chicken with his coveted homemade mashed potatoes and carrots. My husband, the chef was not disappointed. And no meal is complete in his book without dessert. We had the Flourless Chocolate Torte. Quite heavenly. But what meal is complete without dessert? As always look forward to our next visit there!

Aye man, every time I go to the Fox Valley I find another solid place. This was no exception. Turf…read moreroom, more like "Tuff" Room , amirite? We sat at the bar and I asked the server to switch my Alma maters game on and to my surprise they did it! Now the restaurant itself is dark, wood walls, very stable like interior. Very cozy. Great menu from steaks to fresh pasta. We had the short rib, a pasta and very large shrimp cocktail. Great beer menu. I had a saison that they brew in house. Everything was great. Service was great. Would definitely come back!

Michelle was amazing and attentive! She was above and beyond to make sure me and my party had a…read moregreat time. She took the time to be sure we were all good! Overall a wonderful time with wonderful service!

I visited this restaurant when they first opened and my experience was great! This time i thought…read moreid bring my husband to try it out. They sat us in the very back corner for some reason when others were seated in the front area. We were wearing regular clothes on a Sunday night so not sure why we were hidden? No one ever came to get our order so after about 15 minutes we left. I was a bit offended by this. Why were we placed in a random back corner (moved a table set apart for us to sit back there and everything) and then we were then ignored? It was NOT busy at all. Very empty in there. Only 2 other small groups. Unfortunately we will not be returning. La Marimba got our money tonight.

Wanted to try some Korean food. Doordashed it, and it was…read moreworth it. Great flavors - Fair prices - Great packaging

Had pretty good boba tea and sandwiches at this small Asian restaurant in Aurora. If you like K-Pop…read moreyou'll like this, and if you don't then you still might like it. 9 Bar may be limited in space, but it makes up for it with big taste. Everyone seems to most like the teas, but there's food. The prices are pretty good it seems. Came at lunch. It's a pretty cramped place. There's only a few tables. Bad for groups. It's about $6 for a tea. Has plenty of non dairy choices. The Oolong Milk Tea is made with coconut milk. Customers getting teas often get these to go. Only those also getting food seem to stay. Because we were hungry we stayed to eat. It's about $8 for the Faux Slider. This is a burger made with a veggie pad, and topped with cilantro, cucumbers, peanut crumble, pickles, and sriracha. A lot more food choices. There's appetizers like pot stickers, and there's rice bowls with choice of protein. Good teas and also food. It's located on Orchard Road in a plaza with a Panera Bread and close to other chain restaurants. There's some pretty good options for vegans and vegetarians.

I had a wonderful happy hour experience! 3-5, Monday-Friday. I made a reservation for 4pm. I was…read moregreeted with a smile and sat immediately. The decor reminds me of a speakeasy. I ordered the green tomatoes, honey jalapeño cornbread, a cup of gumbo and hibiscus hottie as my cocktail. Every dish was fantastic!! My drink was the perfect combination of sweet and spicy! I'm so eager to come back for brunch, happy hour and dinner! This is a downtown Aurora MUST.

As soon as we walked in, the staff quickly greeted us. The restaurant was clean and inviting, with…read morean intimate, cozy atmosphere. The decor was unique and beautiful, and we were seated at a corner table that had a romantic vibe. The food was delicious. We ordered the quarter house steak frites, Louisiana catfish, honey jalapeño cornbread, bayou brûlée, a cocktail and beer. Everything tasted fresh and made to order. The staff were attentive and friendly throughout our meal. Overall, we would definitely return. It's a perfect date-night spot in downtown Aurora, and it's great to see restaurants like this come to Aurora!

I visited Fireside Grille with a family group of four for a recent Saturday lunch. It was not my…read morechoice of venue; I had been there a couple of times some years ago and was not impressed. If anything, it was less impressive this time... The service was OK. The greeter was cordial and got a good booth. (They do not take reservations for small parties, but allow you to call ahead and they'll try to have a table ready.) our server was attentive and efficient, if a bit brusque. Food came without delays. Food was the big disappointment. My salad was limp and the honey/mustard dressing was too sharp and did not taste good. Blackened haddock would have been OK, but was dreadfully salty. Fries were OK. Another diner said the Reeuben was gloppy and falling apart. There's a compact but decent selection od beers on draft. I won't be back -- the food was too disappointing. If I had a do-over, I'd have lobbied group to go to Hardware in North Aurora -- close and much better food.

I have missed this restaurant for three years. I moved away, back was the first place I revisited…read moretheir barbecue ribs. They're roasted chicken. They're shrimp just they're salads They have such good food and the general manager and assistant manager. They're all sweet and the bartenders are awesome. I'll be back. See you soon guys.