Located in the center of old town, the restaurant is only a few minutes walk from Lincoln Park. Parking can be challenging, mostly permit only. I like how spacious the restaurant is. Plenty of booths for families. We ordered cauliflower steak and Turkey burger which both taste fine and surprisingly not oily. Our server was attentive. read more

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It was a very meh experience. Waitstaff seemed intent on getting us out even though the restaurant was 1/4 occupied. We annoyed them a bit by continuing to order food and drinks. My French dip was basically raw. It was shocking. read more

Loud sport bars, elevated. Long, large venue! Warm sauces -- artichoke and kale; brie, date, spicy apricot; pizza fondue-- served with toast and cucumber slices - fantastic! Definitely recommend but perhaps not at $27. Chicken wings -- 5/5 definitely recommend! Greasy, thick unami sauce and garlic aioli that is basically whipped butter. Strip steak and fries -- 2/5. super thick cut, no idea on prep or quality Salmon over crispy brussel sprouts -- 3/5 Chocolate cake -- nothing special, served with vanilla ice cream Probably should have stuck with appetizers and burgers read more

The VIG Chicago - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I leave nearby so I've been here several times. The VIG is good at what it tries to be - upscale party vibes. That's not necessarily my style so I don't come very often. I hate how loud the music is inside, you can hardly talk over brunch or dinner. However, the staff is really nice and the food and drinks I've ordered are always quite good. The burger is surprisingly very delicious, and the bacon brussel sprouts are very good but a touch sweet for me. I also loved the drink I got which was the Doris - perfect for summer. read more

The VIG Chicago - Dinner, drinks, interior seating near window - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Definitely one of the best burgers in the Chi! Fantastic drinks and fabulous customer service from the sweet bartender's such as Evan and company at this fantastic restaurant makes it a guaranteed good time! read more

I was meeting my girlfriend's sisters for dinner and they picked this spot for our dinner-drinks hang out. As we walked in, we felt great vibe inside and our server was very good. She provided recommendations for us to pick. Drinks were very good. Bread with three spreads was so amazingly delicious. But my highlight would be peri peri pasta - it was made so well. It felt perfect blend of spice in pasta (I like Spicy). My leftover was packed in classy to-go box by the restaurant serving crew. I think we 3 enjoyed our night very much. read more

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Love this place. Thursday night crowd was great. This is a lively atmosphere, with great service and a well run kitchen, and service staff. Try the Meatball! If you get to Old Town it's a great place to stop read more

I walked in, passing by 3 employees standing outside the door. There was a girl standing at the front inside, so assumed she was the host (like any other restaurant). Except, I was told I had to check-in with someone outside... Why didn't any of the 3 standing outside stop me and ask, or let alone greet me?? I had a reservation, so after I walked out to check-in, they brought me back inside to have the girl sit me at the table. Seemed very counterintuitive. Anyway, aside from that, the server was extremely friendly and attentive. Prices were a tad high for the portion and quality, but it's the neighborhood. Lobster Deviled Eggs were very rich/thick- maybe tasted dill in it? Tuna Poke Tacos were small, needed more flavor, but good. The Spreads were decent, but the artichoke & kale and pizza fondue were salty... unanimous favorite was the Brie, date, spicy apricot. I tasted the School Night, and it was tart, but also slightly sweet- not worth the price for juice though (alcohol free). Lastly, I get we're in Old Town and the clientele can be younger, but the restaurant's music was way too loud- we could hardly hear each other's conversation. read more

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I made a reservation a week in advance for 7pm on a Saturday. My friend arrived on time, but I was 6 minutes late and she couldn't be seated without me, so they gave our table away. It was a Saturday night, so it was very crowded and busy. There were multiple parties waiting to be seated, but there was a basketball game on, and no one was budging from their table. So, we we waited over 30 minutes before we were seated. We saw one group seated before us, so I asked the server when we would be seated-- she thought we wanted a specific table that already had someone sitting there???? I told her no, any available table would be fine. A different hostess tells us we can sit at the bar, but that's not what we wanted. 30 minutes after our reservation and we walk out to find another restaurant to dine at, and the manager follows behind us and tells us the game is almost over and most people would be leaving so just wait a few minutes more. We finally see a table getting up, and we go back in the restaurant to ask for that table. Our server immediately came to us once we were seated to get drink orders. My friend wanted a sidecar, a pretty standard cocktail, and the server was unsure if the bartender could make it because it wasn't on the menu... My friend ended up just getting Jameson and ginger beer. While we were waiting to be seated I figured the food would take a while to come out, but surprisingly the appetizer came out quickly followed by our entrees. For appetizer, I got the 3 sips for $23, pizza, spicy feta and kale and artichoke dip. Spicy feta was my least favorite, but the dips are enough to share with the table for a light bite. My friend enjoyed her salmon blt and the fried chicken was good. It was 4 pieces of chicken with bone out breast and thighs. The little bottle of hot sauce added flavor, but wasn't too spicy. Overall, if I were to come back it wouldn't be during the weekend, and a less high demand time. The Whale is owned by the same management company and will likely continue going there. read more

The VIG Chicago - Fried chicken with pimento Mac and cheese - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This is a really cool bar/restaurant, but it gets very busy during the normal weekend hours. We were able to get a reservation online about a week out, but I doubt we would have succeeded if we waited any longer. The atmosphere is really interesting, feeling a bit like a swanky hang out joint, but then having TVs on every wall so you can enjoy a game. We were also thrilled with the quality of the food (though maybe a little overpriced). The appetizer spread with cheeses and toasty bread was very well plated and the bread was that perfect blend of crispy outside, soft middle. A friend called this "a young people's place" and I'd say that was accurate. It isn't exclusive in any way - which was nice - but you'll definitely be surrounded by very young professionals. read more

I hadn't been to The Vig in years. I'm glad I decided to stop in. A very solid option for bar food and to catch the game. 3.5 stars overall. I'd rate higher, but the cocktails are average at best. This is more of a beer or simple shot and chaser kind of place. Food is where The Vig separates itself from your average bar. The chicken sandwich is as good as any viral sandwich I've tried in recent memory. Seasoned well and very crispy. (Side note. .. IMO chicken sandwiches must be crispy. This is why I believe Chick-fil-A's chicken sandwich is overated. Controversial? I know, lol.) The fries are awesome too and the garlic aïoli is perfect. Sober, wasted, or anywhere in between. ..The Vig has the best bar for food on this dense block pubs. Check em out and let me know what you think. read more

The VIG Chicago - Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich - pickle, mayo, Crystal's hot honey sauce, butter bun - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Been here many times at night. Love how they have live music, it is the perk of coming here. Otherwise drinks are a little over priced and it's usually too crowded for my liking. read more

#1 Daughter (art fair companion) set upon the Vig for a brunch/lunch during the Old Town Art Fair. Daughter had the hash and I had the burger. The place is huge and energy charged with enthusiastic customers. The restaurant delivers - food comes quick and our server made the appropriate timed check-in. Upscale bar food. Not out of this world, but good. read more

Superb spot for brunch -- shout out to Hunter L. for recommending this spot and making a resy. Outstanding atmosphere out on the patio. Brunch is available 10am - 3pm plus the dinner menu is fair game too. We opted to split two dishes: 1) the bbq brisket hash: smothered in tangy, sweet sauce and doused in hollandaise for decadent rich contrast. Topped with a fried egg and served with potatoes mixed in. Delicious 2) fried chicken and waffle: a classic combo executed perfectly. Loved the funnel cake batter for its chewiness and flavor. Chicken was well seasoned and cooked, with a super satisfying crunch. Service was beyond friendly and the drinks were well crafted too. Excellent experience. read more

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Really want to like The Vig in theory - the inside is massive, they play fun upbeat music, and they serve booze. BUT they are trying too hard to play out their "upscale" vibe. Pros: -Big indoor and relatively large patio space outside Cons: -Their summer berry salad was disgustingly dressed - and I mean you can wring out the dressing on the leaves. The plate was absolutely covered in it, and it felt like it was sitting premixed in the back of your fridge for 2 days. Barely any berries, avocado, and cheese. It was a drenched mixed greens puddle. Definitely not worth $14 and it's borderline offensive. -Old fashioned was not spectacular, despite the fact we ordered 5. -We paid with 1 credit card, and told our waitress that, yet $4.78 process fee was on our bill. read more

The VIG Chicago - We paid with 1 credit card, and told our waitress that, yet $4.76 process fee was on our bill. - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

3.5 kitchen actually delivers (a lot of quality touches), but the ambiance is a jumbled mess. Sure the music is too loud. Which might be fine if it wasn't for the French farmhouse decor...or the illicit sports betting theme. Weird. read more

Absolutely amazing happy hour! We were taken care of by Jules who was FANTASTIC- super attentive without being overbearing- so friendly and knowledgeable on the menu with honest and accurate recommendations, prompt service and just an absolute delight! The entire staff helps tend to all the guests, which I greatly appreciate. Happy hour menu is out of this world- delicious oysters with a super tasty mignonette, lobster deviled eggs and frose are must tries. The shishito peppers are great as well. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! read more

I had a great impromptu dinner at a very fair price for a major city like Chicago. The staff were really fast, attentive and helpful in the menu selection. A special shout out to SJ for her advice on the chimichurri steak that hit the spot. I would totally come back again... read more

The VIG Chicago - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We came here for a birthday brunch, food was good but the staff were unfortunately unfriendly. We had a larger group and to make the reservation we were asked to reserve under 2 names. When we arrived the restaurant was completely empty so we asked if it would be possible to put our tables together. A manager came over and delivered the most passive aggressive condescending message to us that Essentially it was impossible. He talked to us like we were 5 years old when he could have simply said sorry not possible today due to staff or whatever the reason. The waitress was friendly but pretty adamant about not substitutions leaving it a bit difficult for vegetarian options on the brunch menu. Thankfully they were doing normal lunch service which had more options. We ordered the vegan torta, veggie burger, pimento mac n cheese and cinnamon roll. The veggie burger was standard nothing special. The torta was a nice vegan option , I wasn't a huge fan of the jackfruit in it though, it was not very seasoned and the bread was dry. The pimento Mac n cheese was the star although would have loved for it to be a bit more creamy. The skillet cinnamon roll was the best item we had. It was salty, sweet creamy everything you would want in a cinnamon roll and easily shareable! Could be a fun spot for brunch as they have mimosa towers and several drink options but will likely not return due to the staffs unfriendliness and limited vegetarian options. read more

Such a super location to ring in a special friends bday....I made a reservation for either indoor or outdoor depending on our party of 6s mood. We were seated inside but was rather loud so got moved out and we enjoyed ourselves much better. The drinks were spot on !! I had something called patience with guava and then a sangria which were both refreshing. We ordered fish tacos, shishito peppers and the mixed platter with dips. Entrees we got Turkey burgers, Mexican vegan tortas and a few salads. It was quite satisfying and filling. We got the expresso cake with a sparker for the b'day girl which was a perfect way to end a nice meal. Our server Ellie stayed pleasant throughout our various dramas during the evening. Another important tidbit is their patio is dog friendly...we saw a lot of pet parents enjoy their meal.Samantha, took my phone reservation and confirmed everything via email. Will certainly come back to watch a game with friends next time indoors. read more

The VIG Chicago - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Wings were ok, a little thick breading. Turkey burger was a bit dry and needed more flavor. Sweet potato fries were served lukewarm too and slightly soggy which was disappointing. Chocolate cake was good, though it was paired with a very artificial tasting vanilla ice cream. Restaurant was modern, clean and bright. Service was also good. Unfortunately food could have been better. read more

We went to the VIG before our show at The Second City, as it's a 5-minute walk. We had a reservation, though there were open tables at 5:30. Wife and I both had their Old Fashioned and agreed it was delicious, with hints of cherry and orange. She ate the cauliflower steak, which she liked, and I tasted. I would have gladly eaten it, but I ordered the chicken sandwich. It wasn't special, but it was fine. We shared a plate of fries, which were dangerous with their aioli for dipping. The ambience was a cross between lodge-like and hip, with young-people's music and great service. We'd go back. read more

The food was fine. The Vig burger was really juicy and the bun had some heft. The chicken and waffles was a hit. The bourbon maple syrup in the waffle is great and the hot sauce on the chicken gives it a totaly different twist. The southern fried chicken was good but the jalapeño Mac and cheese was too rich. The Saigon cake is as not bad definitely needs that chocolate sauce though. So why 3 stars? It's a little too loud for me. Talking to your neighbor is hard. The music seems suited for a club at night as opposed to brunch on a Sunday. Service seemed like they were in a hurry. She came back a bunch to check up on us - it just felt like she was in a rush. read more

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I think most people can agree that you can't go wrong with cheese and bread. The warm/cold spread options is one of my favorite things about the Vig. The bread is always cooked perfectly and warm when it is served and I usually switch between the spinach and kale dip, pimento, spicy feta and Brie, date and spicy apricot spread options! The salmon blt is a very decent sized salmon and it is so flavorful and delicious! I love the vibe of the Vig either for just drinks- (which their espresso martinis are very delicious AND STRONG) or for dinner! It is a dark intimate vibe inside or a fun vibe outside as well! It is also pretty easy to get a reservation even day of! read more

The VIG Chicago - Salmon BLT - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Love eating and drinking here, music is always fun and upbeat and espresso martinis so good. I always order the dip spread during happy hour it's amazing highly recommend. read more

Awesome spot with amazing chicken and Mac n cheese. I would highly recommend it. They have a great menu and spot is always on point.

Delicious delicious brunch !!! I kinda do a build your own and order eggs toast and bacon which is perfect if you're looking for a classic option!! The atmosphere is stunning and service has always been on point ! read more

Super fast service, crispy chicken wings, cheeseburger that looked like the images posted and hand cut fries. They did all three foods deliciously. read more

I had the Breakfast Burrito, my GF had the Chicken & Waffles, we also had a couple bloodies. The burrito was terrific, the C&W were better, as good as we've had lately (she gets them almost everywhere we go and they're typically nowhere near as good as Vig's. But the story is the place, the vibe, the staff. We ate at the bar where the service was A+. I'm tempted to go back just to be treated so well. I love the space. The attention to detail. Excellent experience. read more

After visiting Chicago History Museum, my husband and I decided to get something to eat. The food at VIG was absolutely amazing. The service was great and the environment was relaxing, entertaining with music, and welcoming. I would recommend this spot. read more

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turns into a scene with a dj. chicken parm sandwich was pretty good. fried chicken sandwich was alright. big portion of fries. surprisingly good service. kitchen open late. read more

This bartender with glasses was an immediate no. I got my first drink and then she tried to cut me off?? Do not go here at all and if you do tell her to go F herself read more

Oh absolutely yes. Happened to be in Old Town and hungry. My wife decided on The Vig. Instantly greeted and busy on a very busy Sunday morning right after brunch. Loved the big cozy booth but definitely impressed with the theme and ambiance of the restaurant. Heavy metal and wood decore going on. Extensive inviting bar with a corner bar in the back of the restaurant. Our waitress was pleasant and attentive. We opted for the steak, shishito peppers, meatballs, and cheesy cauliflower. The food quality was top tier. The meatballs were big but also very flavorful and the cheese pull was legendary. The peppers were delicious and cooked perfectly. I was the most impressed with the cheesy cauliflower! The cauliflower was not mushy and I loved that it still had bite and was so creamy with the cheese. The waitress also took the opportunity to explain happy hour and brunch specials to us which seemed like great deals. SOLID choice. read more

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Beautiful space with great vibes. We sat by the large open front window which was a perfect mix between the outdoor patio and fun inside. They had great happy hour deals and our server checked with us right before it ended to see if we needed another round. We came for dinner and ended up only getting the spread board because it was so filling! It was also delicious so we were not disappointed! Finally, it's the perfect location to get dinner before a second city show! read more

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I enjoy the Vig but find it a little expensive. I think every burger or sandwich should come with fries. I'd like to see better happy hour deals as well. I love the overall vibe and always get good service. I enjoyed the chorizo skillet and breakfast burrito at lunch, and the burger and truffle fries at dinner. It's a good spot! read more

Fantastic service food and atmosphere. Love the happy hour. I will be going back . Ask for Rosa the bartender she is great .

Amazing fried chicken sandwich and fantastic ribs. Reasonably priced, lovely atmosphere and perfectly made cocktails.

Eaten my way through the menu. Great spot with good drinks at a reasonable price. Would be 5 starts for me but any place that serves deviled eggs automatically loses a star. #whompwhomp read more

My husband and I were roaming around the area looking for a place to eat. We decided to give The Vig s try and boy we were not disappointed! We loved it! We order two appetizers and shared the fried chicken sandwhich in addition to our cocktails. I loved the atmosphere and thought it was nice how the team has preserved the history of the building and Chicago alive. Overall, this is a great place for drinks, food, and sports. Highly recommend! read more

I was at the VIG the Friday before Halloween and this place was a blast. The cocktails and food were both really good. Because of the 'holiday' the place was packed, so service was attentive, but well... they were packed. Later in the evening, some tables toward the middle / back were cleared-out for dancing and live music. A great party scene - people in costumes, etc. I do recommend The VIG, what I don't know is whether that's *every* Friday & Saturday or pre-Halloween was a particularly awesome night. Their menu is good, but we were more in a heavy bar & cocktails mode. Trendy / hip environment. When we departed, there was a long line to get in. Perhaps get there early on 'big' nights. read more