A friend and I had dinner there last night, a Saturday, and it wasn't overcrowded. The food was…read moredecent, even though my pasta dish was somewhat gummy and chewy. Our server, Umberto, was attentive and pleasant and took good care of us; he was the best part of our evening. However, this is the first and last time I'll ever eat at Entourage. They promise "a dining experience" on their website, but I could get the same experience at your average Chili's or TGIFriday's without the pretense. Why do I say that? It's the noise...oh, the noise. There were a few tables with large parties, so it was pretty loud. Even leaning in closely, it was hard for my friend and me to hear each other talk. And the screaming kids were something else, emitting ear-piercing screams that get your attention, for all the wrong reasons. I didn't see any staff ask the large parties to keep it down or ask the parents to manage their children, which I guess I can understand. Large parties = more revenue than a two-top. But we did not - could not - linger after we ate our meals, or order coffee, dessert, and/or an after-dinner drink, because it was just too loud in there.

The space is beautiful. The vibe ranges from classy casual to romantic. I have been here in the…read moreevening celebrating a birthday with 7 girlfriends and happy hour by myself and had a great time. Tim the manager is very personable and makes great recommendations and pairing options. Highly recommend Entourage. Note: Happy hour is for food only, not drinks. It's a Naperville thing, but still worth it.

Absolutely amazing visit! My husband and I previously visited Lazy Dog quite frequently. Due to…read moresome recent menu changes that were our favorite, we haven't gone as often. This past visit blew us away! Justin (bartender) Chris (manager) and Soraidu (sp? Kitchen) went above and beyond for us. I can't thank them enough!! This will definitely bring us back more often!! Employees like them show they truly put customers as a priority!! Details matter and this staff group nailed it!!

Such a great experience for kids! And so many options on the menu- lots of great lunch prices too…read more The kids menu is affordable and came with a main, a side, a drink and then a full activity booklet, 5 crayons, a dog headband and a full page of STICKERS. This was my 18 month olds dream restaurant experience! For the grown ups, so many choices we will have to come back but I really enjoyed the fried chicken sandwich. The chicken was tender and there was plenty of it. I really liked the honey mustard sauce as well. The fries are beer battered style and seasoned well, I am picky on fries but I loved them! It's a big place with lots of seating but I could see there being a wait if you go during peak times.

My first great impression of this place was when I called ahead and was told that they will switch…read moreone their TVs to the Cubs game so that we could watch it at the same time as the first World Cup game! The atmosphere is awesome here! I loved the dark colors and spacious seating. It's a great place to catch a game, but more upscale than a typical sports bar. Our server was great and was very friendly and attentive. We ordered calamari and then pizza and everything was delicious. Next time I want to try the poke nachos! NOTE: happy hour is 3-6 on weekdays, half price apps and pizzas. They have a huge selection of beer including some N/A choices. Definitely something for everyone. I'm glad I ended up here for the games, and will definitely be back!

Came to Yard House for a business dinner. Since we had a pretty large group, they offered a set…read moremenu that we could order from. I started with the salted watermelon margarita, which was tasty and refreshing with a nice fruity flavor. It wasn't overly strong, making it easy to sip throughout the meal. For appetizers, we shared the spinach dip, calamari, and buffalo bites. The spinach dip was good, and the chips had a nice salty crunch. The calamari was pretty standard, but there was way too much breading, the squid-to-breading ratio was way off. For my entrée, I ordered the steak bowl. Unfortunately, it wasn't that great. The menu description mentioned quinoa and brown rice, but they were practically nonexistent. There were maybe a few grains of brown rice in the entire dish, and it mostly consisted of a handful of steak cubes and vegetables. The flavor and sauce were good, but it wasn't very filling. Thankfully, I had already filled up on the appetizers. For dessert, I tried the crème brûlée cheesecake. Honestly, it was nothing special and tasted like a thawed frozen cheesecake with some cheap berry compote on the side. Overall, Yard House is a fine option for hosting large groups thanks to its spacious setup, but I wouldn't come here expecting amazing food. The experience was fine, but the food itself was pretty average at most.

Ambiance - casual, great for lunch & dinner, offers countertop bar service, love that they have a…read morecooler area to look at all the cheesecakes Service - our server was nice, polite, & checked on us often Food - food came out fairly quickly, highly recommend the egg rolls sampler if you can't decide on an app, crispy chicken costoletta was cooked to perfected (crispy & chicken was juicy)

Everything was fine…read more Apps were both small for sharing- crab bites (very good) & chicken biscuits Carbonara was below avg Chicken Alfredo was mid Chicken & pasta Pizza style thingy was pretty darn good Mac n cheese bites burger was a big hit Chocolate mousse cheesecake was good Don't get the brownie sundae, it was huge but the brownie was hard, dry & not warmed up to melt the ice cream. Bill was $240 B4 tips, for 2 apps, sodas, 5 meals & 2 desserts

Our visit was for an early Mother's Day dinner I chose the steak sandwich.. I had plans on ordering…read moresomething else, however, when I saw and smelled someone else's order being served, I quickly changed my mind I'm so glad I did it was delicious just perfect!! My hubby ordered a chicken sandwich that was just as good.. All of our food was very tasty and we really enjoyed it. Portions are generous so hopefully you're very hungry or be prepared to bring plenty home. I was only able to eat half of my food and brought the other half home and my sandwich seemed better the next day which isn't always the case when you bring things home!! I recommend giving this place a try. I don't think you'll be disappointed. We had a very pleasant experience the food and service were fabulous

such a great brunch experience! we were visiting my sister in Illinois and we were looking for a…read morenew brunch spot to try, and she said her boss recommended this spot so we should try it. and i'm very happy we did! we got seated very quickly on Mother's Day for brunch, and service was friendly in this clean, welcoming, and bright restaurant! some things we ordered: - mimosa flight: very delicious, but definitely more juicy than champagne-y (which not complaining bc i love my mimosas sweet lol) - loaded bloody mary: my mom and sister were big fans! - southern chicken sandwich: i love me a chicken sandwich, and this one was yummy! the chicken was big and juicy, and i love me some thin cut fries! i do wish there was more sauce on my sandwich, but i just love sauce LOL - 2 eggs your way, eggs benedict, southern skillet (i think that's what it was?): these are what my family had, and they all enjoyed it! we do wish the skillet was a big bigger, but it was good! overall we would definitely come back to this spot for brunch when visiting again! would love to try their dinner menu :)

Recently my sister and I hosted an 80th birthday party for our mother at Vai's (her absolute…read morefavorite restaurant). From the initial planning session with Tara to selecting the menu and then finalizing the details prior to the event, everything was absolutely perfect. The menu that we chose included many crowd favorites and was absolutely delicious. We enjoyed lunch and mingling on the enclosed patio. Our servers, Morgann and Brianna were so attentive and kept an eye on everything including the timing, any refills and all of our guests needs. We all had a wonderful time and our mother can't stop smiling from such a wonderful event. Thank you Vai's!

VAI Italian in Naperville is an absolute must-visit - from start to finish, our experience was…read moreexceptional. The food was absolutely divine, and every dish that hit the table impressed us. The wings were hands-down the best wings I've ever had at a restaurant: perfectly cooked, incredibly flavorful, and truly unforgettable. Our salad was fresh and well-balanced, and the pizza was phenomenal, with a delicious crust and toppings that felt both classic and elevated. As amazing as the food was, the most remarkable part of our visit was our server, Carson. Carson was friendly, attentive, and professional, with great menu knowledge and perfect timing throughout the meal. From thoughtful recommendations to making sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed, Carson made the entire experience feel special and personalized. Between the outstanding food, inviting atmosphere, and exceptional service, VAI Italian has absolutely earned a spot on our "go back soon" list. If you're anywhere near Naperville and looking for a memorable meal, do yourself a favor and book a table at VAI Italian - and if you can, ask for Carson at the bar!

5 stars for Lemont. Probably 4 stars in Chicago…read more Walked in on a Saturday for an early dinner. It was 5:45, I didn't have a reservation, a they didn't have a table available until 7:30 but there were spots at the bar which they said was full service. My friend and I cozied up to it and ate there. What a surprisingly good experience. The staff was super friendly and that bartenders had great suggestions. I hate when people at the restaurant say everything is good. Not these young ladies. They made some sound suggestions which we followed. French onion soup and the steak frites were both excellent and priced well IMO. They have a really good whiskey/bourbon selection with a few hard to find bottles. I settled on a Blantons neat. They had Pappy, but I'm not wasting money on that anymore. Food came out quickly and we ate and watched a baseball game. The locals at the bar told us about their membership program where I guess for a small mo they fee you get a bottle of wine and a charcuterie plate once a month. Seemed like a pretty good deal. I don't live anywhere near there, but if I did I'd certainly join. In any case, if you live anywhere close, this is definitely a worthwhile restaurant to visit. Seems like there were quite a few singles there as well if you are looking to meet someone. I have no idea what the dating scene is like in Lemont, but this might be a good spot to try.

I was craving steak frites, and discovered Barrel & Vine for a reasonably priced steak meal. The…read morechimichurri sauce with one of the steak options is absolutely amazing - I'd highly recommend. The food is honestly the best thing about this spot; the vibes aren't quite right for a special date night, but might be perfect for a birthday party or girls night out and service can either be hit or miss. If you come here, definitely make a night of it in downtown Lemont - there's lots to explore, whether for a nightcap or dessert after Barrel & Vine to turn it into a night.

I'd return again and again. I will always sit in a high-top at a restaurant, with the comfort of…read morethe stools at The George, I couldn't resist. Leather stools, dark wood, the place had a cool, masculine look, but was very comfortable. There was also low upbeat music playing. The food was impeccable, very fast, and knowledgeable; friendly waiters served us. Minus one, but that's a topic for another post. Let's talk food. I refuse to eat spam! Canned meat.... absolutely not. The spam here was .... so good, and came with a spicy mayo. literally so good! Eat them before they get cold. Ruffle fries, excellent, also need to be eaten before they get cold. There is a somewhat sweet sauce on top. The salads are huge!! so delicious and filling. Also, this place is on the corner and offers great people watching. Excuse the half eaten food pics the convo was so good, I lost myself.

Monday night @ 4:45. Greeted and seated immediately. We had heard this place was always busy, and…read morethey don't take reservations, so we made an early night of it. We were the only table in the restaurant, so our plan worked. Multiple tables were seated while we waited and dined. There is not a ton of seating at The George, so I can see why it gets so busy. If you're like me, and don't like waiting, plan on an early evening. The service was very good. Our server was very attentive, and the food came out quickly. I am a Stroganoff lover, so I had the Short rib stroganoff. Hubby had a Patty Melt. He requested American cheese vs Swiss, and no salt on the fries. His order came out exactly as requested. His meal was delicious. I, unfortunately was not a huge fan of my food. To start, the dish was very very salty. In addition, the short rib was very tough and chewy. The meat also had somewhat of a gamey taste. To be fair, I have not ordered short rib before, so maybe that is normal. Regardless, I did not enjoy it. We might return as there were several other items on the menu that sounded good. Based on the ambiance, the service, and hubby's meal, I would recommend The George, but I would steer clear of the Short Rib Stroganoff.