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Address:
1735 Benson Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201

Neighborhood:
Evanston

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Cuisine:
Contemporary American

Price: $31 to $50

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The Stained Glass Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://www.thestainedglass.com
Email: peggy@thestainedglass.com
Phone: (847) 864-8600
Hours of Operation: Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Contemporary American
Executive Chef: Victor Hernandez
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar

Getting there

Cross Street: Clark Street
Public Transit: One block north of the the Davis Street L-station (Purple line) and Metra stop.
Parking: Street Parking
Parking Details: Valet parking available on Fridays & Saturdays. Convenient Street & Garage parking daily.

A word from The Stained Glass

In the heart of downtown Evanston, enjoy fine dining in a relaxed, urban atmosphere. Veteran of the Chicago dining scene, Chef / Owner Victor Hernandez's seasonal New American cuisine combines traditional, international flavors that compliment the global wine list. With 32 wines by the glass, the… opportunity to explore and indulge your senses is the reason this ten year old restaurant is Evanston's favorite.Continued

The Stained Glass

4.3

132 $31 to $50 restaurant

Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerBest Ambiance
Diners' Choice WinnerFit for Foodies
Diners' Choice WinnerNotable Wine List

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150 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

150 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies(97)
notable wine list(93)
special occasion(75)

neighborhood gem(64)
romantic(47)
good for groups(24)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (150)

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Pricy but very good. We will

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/14/2012

2007

Dined on 04/14/2012

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Pricy but very good. We will go back."

Dined on 04/14/2012

2007

Special Features: notable wine list

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We ate there on a Saturday

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2012

2006

Dined on 03/31/2012

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We ate there on a Saturday night and arrived 20 minutes early for our reservation. We were seated promptly. Valet parking was available but there was ample street parking. The food was outstanding as was the wine selection. The offering of a wine sampler was wonderful. Service was generally good although a little slow at the initial greeting and with follow-up after the food delivered. Still, I found this to be within acceptable limits."

Dined on 03/31/2012

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Terrific cuisine, great service.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/27/2012

2011

Dined on 03/27/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Terrific cuisine, great service. Good place regardless of the (very extensive) wine list"

Dined on 03/27/2012

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

food was absolutely delicious..had

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/15/2012

2012

Dined on 03/15/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

"food was absolutely delicious..had a memorable time!!"

Dined on 03/15/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

It was our first visit and

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/10/2012

2006

Dined on 03/10/2012

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"It was our first visit and I would definitely be invited back. The food was very good, lots of variety and interesting variations on themes.
Service polite and timely and the waiter very informed about the menu."

Dined on 03/10/2012

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love this place

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/25/2012

2012

Dined on 02/25/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Second time at Stained Glass. Even better than I remember. Love, Love, Love this place. I had the tuna ...outstanding. Service was good and attentive. Very nice wine selection. Will be back...."

Dined on 02/25/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our server was Justine. She

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/02/2012

2012

Dined on 03/02/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Our server was Justine. She was a delight."

Dined on 03/02/2012

2012

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Really liked the wine flights

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/04/2012

2011

Dined on 02/04/2012

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

"Really liked the wine flights and the great service. Portions (particularly on appetizers) were bigger than expected so what out that you do not order too much. Food was great - only issue was we didn't order that one thing that was the "best" such and such we have ever had. Looking forward to trying again though as I'm sure it is there given the quality. Great night overall - that's all we ask and Stained Glass delivered."