Gemini BistroGreat food and service. TheGreat food and service. The people we dined with wanted to come back again the next day!5/11/2013 12:00:00 AMPretty GoodMostly everything was pretty good. The short rib ravioli and the beef carpachio was my favorite. Could have done without the risotto...had too much mint flavor to it. Cocktails were very good. I thought overall everything was a bit over priced. While everything was really good, still not the best of anything I've ever had to warrent the type of bill it did. Service was great. Would come back for a special occasion or maybe for lunch.5/3/2013 12:00:00 AMA wonderful place!Nice atomosphere. Pleasant people. Great food...pea/mint risotto makes a terrific appetizer for the the table. May be too rich for an entree. Beet salad a real winner, among the best I've had. Swordfish special outstanding.5/2/2013 12:00:00 AMIt's a good place to "share"It's a good place to "share" & try a variety of food. The small plate, big plate idea is fun. Salads are good for 2 people to share.
The seafood grilled plate was outstanding. Never had calamari stuffed with sausage. It was very different and good.
I will return.5/1/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent food and service.Excellent food and service. Staff was extremely friendly and attentive. Probably the best Short Rib ravioli I've ever had. Unfortunately, the noise level made it difficult to hear. There were only four of us sitting at a booth and we had to talk loudly to hear each other on the other side of the table. Although the food was wonderful, I probably won't go back because of the noise level. Nothing against the restaurant; I just prefer to have a quiter atmosphere.4/20/2013 12:00:00 AMThis is a favorite of ours.This is a favorite of ours. Great menu without being pretentious.4/20/2013 12:00:00 AMThe food was great, the serviceThe food was great, the service was okay: biggest complaint: We were seated over 45 min late- what is the point of even having a reservation?4/13/2013 12:00:00 AMWonderful food and wonderfulWonderful food and wonderful service BUT way too noisy for a decent conversation.4/6/2013 12:00:00 AMPerfect dinner dateExcellent service, romantic ambiance, and great food. Perfect for a dinner date.4/5/2013 12:00:00 AMVery enjoyable dining; theVery enjoyable dining; the service was great and the food excellent4/5/2013 12:00:00 AMVery, very nice French foodVery, very nice French food with a twist. The Bistro salad, delish. Scallops very nicely prepared. Love the truffle fries. Nice to get Sancerre by the glass.3/30/2013 12:00:00 AMAnother Top Notch Meal @ GeminiChecked OpenTable and found a last minute opening at Gemini, one of our favorites in Lincoln Park.
Jumped in a cab, and had another wonderful, romantic, delicious dinner.
Not exactly a regular here, and were thrilled to be recognized, given a great table, and a server who remembered us AND our preferred drinks!3/30/2013 12:00:00 AMThis was our second time toThis was our second time to Gemini Bistro and they did not disappoint. The food is always very good. I had the beet salad, which was delicious, and the short rib ravioli, also delicious. My husband had the chicken and said it was very good. I would return.3/27/2013 12:00:00 AMVery nice atmosphere, serviceVery nice atmosphere, service was excellent and the food was very good. We especially enjoyed the cream of mushroom soup and shortrib ravioli, although everything was tasty. Very nice that they have a kids menu.3/26/2013 12:00:00 AMLike the Small-Medium-LargeLike the Small-Medium-Large menu format. Good non-meat choices. Jamie was a great waiter.3/24/2013 12:00:00 AMWe had a great dinner at Gemini,We had a great dinner at Gemini, and loved the menu set up in "small" "medium" and "large". Two of us ordered a Large each and a side to share. The Butternut Squash Au Gratin is an incredible side, but may be seasonal. Our main courses were the Pork Chop with Butternut Bread Pudding and Brussell Sprout leafs (OMG)...and the Lamb Chops. My hubby felt there should have been 3 Lamb Chops vs 2 and he would have been happier. But all the tastes were really excellent. Our waitress was perfect, showed up at the right times and very knowledgeable.3/23/2013 12:00:00 AMA group of went to celebrateA group of went to celebrate a birthday and to take part in Chicago Chef's week. 2 out of 5 went with the fixed menu while the rest saw other amazing things on the menu we had to try. The food was outstanding. The server helped pair a perfect wine with dinner. If there was a separate rating for bartender/drinks/mixology this place would get a 6 our of 5 stars! Highlights of the group's night included a cucumber mint gin drink, great martini, the crab cakes, steamed mussels, shortrib ravioli, and the swordfish.3/20/2013 12:00:00 AMSound was a big problem.Sound was a big problem. We were amazed to discover that changes had been made and conversation was possible! Much improved!3/20/2013 12:00:00 AMWe have been three times andWe have been three times and have greatly enjoyed the food and service each time.3/17/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat! Great! Great! AgainWent for the St. Patrick's Day specials, and WOW!
Great Fish n Chips
Great Corned Beef
Much better than mom used to make!3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMDespite the chaos of St. Patrick'sDespite the chaos of St. Patrick's Day outside, they had a table waiting for us when we arrived. Food was excellent and they accommodated substitutions and special cooking requests perfectly. Server was excellent, efficient and checked in at appropriate intervals without being overly solicitous. We didn't feel rushed either. Overall a great experience and I would definitely recommend!3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent corned beef andExcellent corned beef and cabbage for St. Patrick's Day!3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMSolid neighborhood spot.Solid neighborhood spot. Nice atmosphere. Bit too much salt on my Yia Yia salad but that's my only food complaint. The parmesean encrusted lamb chop was decadent and delish.3/15/2013 12:00:00 AMThis is one of my favoriteThis is one of my favorite resturants in the city! LOVE IT!3/15/2013 12:00:00 AM