Reservations recommended here because of crowds. I met a friend for happy hour/dinner. They have a…read morelot of drinks and appetizers as well as beef and vegetarian burger on menu. I had a margarita on happy hour menu and it was tasty. For my entree, I got the chicken enchiladas. They were presented very nicely and very flavorful. Since they are known for the caramel pie, I got a slice of that as well. Tasted like caramel candy with the texture similar to pumpkin pie. Service was friendly. I hear their brunch is also amazing as well.

Not the experience I was expecting. I had high hopes and unfortunately everything fell short. The…read morehost was not accommodating at all. I requested our group to be placed in a corner since we were dining in with 2 kids and an infant who would be sitting in a stroller. She had said they were fully booked and a different party needed the table I was eyeing since they would be coming in with 3 strollers. I was there from 9am-11am on a Friday and it was not packed nor did a family use the table I wanted while I was there. No one came in with 3 strollers either. Aside from that, I was trying to be helpful so the stroller wouldn't get in the way of customers and wait staff. The host basically made it harder for them, not me. I started with the hazelnut oat mocha and this was delicious. This was the highlight of my time there. For food I tried the Shakshouka and it was not good. The pouched eggs were not cooked. From my pictures - it looks like the eggs were cracked in the dish and the chef called it a day. I didn't chance eating it, I ate the pita it came with and left very hungry. I'm giving Beatrix a generous 2 due to the space being beautiful and my latte being great. Unfortunately this is not a spot I'll be returning to.

Stopped in to try their beer and to watch some World Cup matches. Was impressed with service at the…read morebar even late (no food service), and loved the beers. Tried a mixed flight of IPA, Pale Ale, Sour, and a Stout - all were good and unique in the genre. My absolute favorite was a full pour of the King Balaton, sour cherry with a jammy and complex taste. Balaton is a Hungarian cherry, and I once had a great wine by a Michigan wine maker with the same, so I'm gonna say the Balaton cherry should be a Midwest tradition. There were plenty of TVs showing the World Cup matches, so I could keep up with the action. I look forward to more visits, and to try their extensive beer and food menu.

Cool ambience in this brewery type restaurant. Neither of us had any beer that day, maybe next…read moretime. I was surprised to learn that they had a gluten-free bun for me to have with their grilled chicken sandwich. The bun did not fall apart like a typical gluten-free bread sometimes does. The sandwich also had avocado and bacon on it. The coleslaw was very good. The waitress was great. Good service and happy to help me with my gluten-free options. My husband had the spinach strawberry salad, which he really enjoyed. We went on a Saturday afternoon and there was a pretty good crowd there. The noise level was not bad at all. There were several families there with children and it looked like they had kids meals available although I did not look on the menu.

I was at this place for my friend's wedding welcome reception. First of all, this is a perfect…read moreplace for a special occasion. They have a beautiful patio over a view of lovely garden. Food they had was excellent. Their cocktails were great as well. As far as staff goes, I only dealt with bartenders. They were all so nice and friendly, listened to my request and made a perfect cocktail.

My party of 4 celebrated a few birthdays (including me!). Originally our reservations was at…read moreanother tapas place, but unbeknownst to us the first place we chose closed for the night for a staff function. Having been to COA before, my brother and I suggested it which worked out even better than expected! First the service was top notch from beginning to end. Our server was Ana, who was kind, super attentive, and made some excellent recommendations that was delicious. The food is exquisite in and of itself. We ordered several hot tapas in addition to a mixed paella and three skirt steak tacos. A couple of the tapas only had three servings and seeing as how we had 4 in the party, she upped the amount to 4. Now that's called dedication. During the course of the night, one of the member's of my party had a slight accident. Well management (Carlos and Kim) was on top of it from the get go and GRACIOUSLY took care of us throughout the night, making sure our service was OK. Hospitality like this is rare because you don't see many members of management walking table to table to make sure their guests are having a good experience. And Carlos did that throughout the night. Come for the food, stay for the experience. You won't be disappointed!

Lee was such an amazing server he made the experience so lovely!!! I will definitely return!!!read more

Although we've been here several times, this is my first review for Roka Akor…read more Recently, we stopped by on Monday afternoon to celebrate my niece's recent graduation. We ordered the vegetable tempura, several rolls (4 of them), a few drinks, and a couple diet cokes, and the skirt steak from the lunch menu. The meal came out to be around $200! The service was excellent, the ambiance was calm and relaxing, and our waters were constantly being filled! All in all, it was a lovely visit to Roka Akor.

The atmosphere was classic, traditional steakhouse, with the expert kitchen on full display. Our…read moreserver was prompt, engaging and helpful. We started with some lobster bisque and a lump crab cake appetizer. The bisque was sublime. The crab cake was mostly crab and paired with a delicious mustard sauce. My only complaint was that I wanted more. Having recently experienced a subpar upscale chain restaurant steak dinner at another restaurant, I was gun shy to order a steak, but was rewarded with one of the most tender and tasty cuts of beef in the Chicago suburbs. The literal topper was the red wine reduction...so good! My companion ordered (and shared!) the grilled scallops. A generous serving of tender, succulent scallops on a bed of delicious risotto. The combo made a great surf and turf experience. Desserts at these types of restaurants can be so overwhelming that even the thought of sharing seems like too much. But here, we had perfectly sized portions and a wonderful selection of treats to cap a great meal. We each ordered a different treat and it was the perfect amount. We are looking forward to bringing friends and family to return visits. Soon.

Hubby and I went to dinner at Seasons 52 on Saturday, which we haven't been to in a long time. I…read moreforgot how much I enjoy this restaurant. We sat in the bar and had a great server named Shawn. Shawn was engaging and provided great service. I'll definitely request him next time I visit. I wasn't drinking that night, but hubby solo'd it with a bourbon cocktail called a Paper Plane. He said it was very tasty, especially on the hot day. We shared the ahi tuna tartare to start. The tartare was a stack of tuna with tropical salsa and avocado. So fresh. It came with a basket of crispy lavish bread, I hope when the restaurant switches their recipe that they will continue making a seedless lavish for those who can't do nuts or seeds. Hubby had the wood grilled tenderloin salad for dinner. I had to get a taste of that tenderloin because it was cooked perfectly. It was so tasty and seasoned well. I had the wood grilled Idaho rainbow trout, swapping out the asparagus for carrots. The trout came with a dill mustard sauce which I nixed and just squeezed fresh lemon on the fish. The fish was moist and smoky. Of course, we had to get the little dessert shooters to end the meal. Hubby had the Belgian chocolate s'mores, which was ridiculously decadent. I had the more conservative raspberry cannoli dessert. These tiny sweet treats are delicious mini indulgences. I love them because you want something a little sweet at the end of a meal but don't want a huge dessert. I think they're perfect. I like Seasons 52 because every item on the menu has the calories listed. Their food is always very good and the service is top-notch. When I ordered the tuna appetizer, a manager came over right away and asked me about a seed allergy because they noticed I said no nuts and seeds on my reservation. They really pay attention to their customers needs. I highly recommend Seasons 52. Ask for Shawn!

The salads, chili, protein shakes and more are fabulous. They always have the ability to customize…read morethings and keep the staples and evolve some special items. Love this place. Miguel is always extraordinary.

Visited Protein Bar & Kitchen for weekend lunch. I like that they are nestled slightly away from…read morethe mall to avoid crowds. The inside was quite large and mostly had people stopping in for pick up orders and smoothies. Their menu offers the same ingredients in burrito or bowl form as well as salad or wrap form. The menu clearly outlines the item's protein, fiber and caloric counts to also consider. While most items have a recommended protein, you can switch it out for another choice. My husband and I each got a Mexicali Burrito; his with chicken and mind with tofu. It was a good sized portion and ingredients were fresh & well mixed inside. I did get a huge kale steam in my burrito but fished it out. While I thought the flavors were good, it didn't leave me craving to come back. I did leave feeling full but not weighed down like most fast casual spots.

I had a very good experience here! I am typically a Panera regular from down the way, but I was…read moreaiming for something with less calories. It was my first time trying Bibibop, and it delivered. The food was fresh and really yummy. The "small" size was really filling for me, and packed with my selections. It felt like I was getting my money's worth. The strawberry-hibiscus lemonade was also really good. I had ordered ahead of time to lesson the wait, in the event there would be, and the girl that had greeted me was really polite. I must have looked really out of place because she directed me to the pickup shelf. That was really helpful. As for the atmosphere of the restaurant, it was very good. I went in the morning, so it wasn't as busy. I stayed from 10:40 to noon ish. I think my only quarrel with the space is that there aren't any charging ports. But that's not a reason to avoid going. Just remember to charge your devices if you plan on doing work there while eating.

Enjoyed a great lunch at Bibibop! I chose the fan favorite bowl and added pickled onion and it was…read moresuch a filling lunch. I loved the mix of the sweet potato glass noodles with the purple rice and the chicken was so fresh and tender. The staff at this location was very friendly too and the tables were all clean! Will definitely return.

Must visit restaurant for Mediterranean food. I was visiting from Orlando and came across this…read moreplace. I tried their plate with kabab and chicken, and it was really delicious! Highly recommend this place.

Been to this location three times and have had service issues every time. This time, they were…read moresupposed to open at 11. The employees could see me standing outside in the cold but wouldn't unlock the door and open. After 15 minutes, I gave up. IDOF's food is good, but just avoid this location.

Phase Three in Elmhurst is a fun spot with a lovely selection of beer and a great food menu. It may…read morehave been downpouring like the great flood when we showed up, but our spirits were brightened by the beers. True Colors: A Hazy IPA hopped with a double dry hop of all New Zealand hops including Nectaron, Nelson Sauvin, Motueka, and Wai-iti. Muon Juice: A Hazy Double IPA in collaboration with Equilibrium hopped with Citra, Eclipse, Motueka, and Krush. Cross Pollination: A Hazy Double IPA in collaboration with Standard Meader hopped with Citra and a kiss of Orange Blossom Honey. Double Nectar Guava // Mango // Pineapple: A Smoothie Style Sour with Pineapple, Mango, and Guava. We then enjoyed a couple appetizers and split a main dish. For apps we went with the Garlicky Cheese Curds that were pleasantly spiced served with a delectable Black Pepper Buttermilk Ranch, and the P3 Crispy Buffalo Wings. The main we split was the Bahn Mi that was stuffed with pickled veggies and Pork. __________

I always enjoy supporting local restaurants, and this Asian fusion restaurant did not disappoint…read more Convenient parking lot next to the restaurant. Our server, Maddie was so fun, energetic, helpful, and very accommodating. It was a nice touch that the manager came to check on us and offered a taste test of their stouts; Eunoia Batch 21 and What Could Be 35. So good!! Phase Three Brewery Company in Elmhurst, a must-visit for anyone who appreciates unique, well-crafted beers. Their house brews paired perfectly with the food and are worth the visit on their own. I had the Day Drift, Blood Orange, Calamansi, so refreshing!! I should have ordered the 16 ounces!! The Shanghai Lumpia was delicious, crispy, golden, and packed with flavor. The Duck Corn Dogs were another standout, perfectly cooked, tender and moist. The banana ketchup added a layer of flavor. I originally came for the adobo, but unfortunately they had already sold out. Instead, I ordered the Double Dip Korean Style Fried Chicken Sandwich, and I'm glad I did! The chicken breast was incredibly tender, juicy, and savory--absolutely delicious. To finish, I had the Ube Cheesecake. Rich, creamy, and wonderfully decadent without being overwhelming. Needless to say, I'll definitely be back for that adobo I missed and, of course, to enjoy a few more of those amazing craft beers.

Stopped in for a quick business lunch with a colleague. Turns out they have a daily lunch special…read morethat is perfect. Drinks are included for $16. You have a choice of queso or guac as a starter, both are small. Chips and salsa are also gratis. After that you have a choice of two items from a list of about 8 or 9 items. I had the chicken quesadilla and tostada. Upgrade to add bean and rice for a buck. My colleagues fish taco wasn't worth the extra $2 according to her. I thought everything was fresh and delicious. More lunch than both of us needed, I'd pass on the rice/beans in the future. Service was good. Attentive but everything was her favorite on the menu, not very helpful. Seating in indoors or out. They have TVs for the World Cup and a full bar. Highly recommend for lunch and we will be back.

The short rib enchiladas were really good, and the queso was great too. It had almost a…read morefondue-style feel, which I liked. Service could definitely use some work. My server was pretty slow and seemed distracted, sometimes gone for 20 minutes at a time. I basically had to lock eyes with him just to get his attention. He was a younger guy, so hopefully he tightens that up. Also, if someone notes in their reservation that they're bringing a baby and a car seat, it would make more sense to seat them at a booth instead of in the middle of the restaurant, especially when booths are open. Overall, I'd say it was about a 7/10 experience.