Baker House

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   EvelynM

   Chicago

   2 reviews

   1.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall1food2service2ambience2

   Extremely disappointing! Came on memorial weekend. Made reservations based on a couple years back experience! Nothing, absolutely nothing alike! Item from appetizers were out- fish dry, no condiments, asked for lemon, they didn’t have any….new york strip was rare and chewy- we asked for medium. Zero stars.
   

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   Lynn

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall3food2service4ambience4

   We were celebrating our anniversary. Put a note on our reservation and they put rose petals in a heart on the table. We also had a great corner table with a lovely view of the lake. We ordered prime rib (medium rare) and the hamburger (medium). The prime rib came and it was well done and cold. They took it back and have prepared another. The new one was still overcooked to medium well, almost well done, and it didn't taste very good. Only ate a few bites. The hamburger was well done and dry and not very flavorful. For the price, the food was disappointing. Our server Joshua was really great though. Very nice and did a great job.
   

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   SherryR

   Milwaukee

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 21, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Baker House is a beautiful spot! Our server, Joshua, was awesome! Brunch was great along with bottomless mimosas and amazing biscuits and gravy!
   

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   SteveP

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 18, 2023

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   $44 NY strip tasted like something you’d order at Outback or Applebees, not a fine restaurant. Multiple items not available from menu that is very limited anyway, was brought food that was different than what was ordered, service was slow, average dinner that took 2 hours.
   

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   CarolK

   Chicago

   3 reviews

   2.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall2food2service1ambience1

   Most expensive brunch I have ever been to! Sat in a side room, not main rooms that the place is known for. Many of the chafing dishes were empty and went back 3 times hoping food would be replaced. Not a full buffet at all - and basically ended up having eggs and sausage. Bacon was empty. The quality of the food was deeply disappointing. The buffet was $68.00 per person AND, they automatically charge you a 20% tip on your bill!!!!!! We will never go there for Mothers day brunch again.
   

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   MichaelM

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall3food1service2ambience5

   Mother's Day brunch offered absolutely terrible food. Many other guests were also complaining about the quality of the food.
   

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   CrystalS

   Milwaukee

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall4food4service4ambience5

   We visited for Mother’s Day brunch. The hotel is absolutely beautiful, I would suggest visiting even to experience the ambience. They were serving a buffet when we visited, the food was great quality and well prepared but hot dishes were more lukewarm. Stephen, our server, was attentive even with how busy the place was he made sure we were well taken care of and had a good sense of humor. We would definitely go back again!
   

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   Connie

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall5food4service4ambience5

   Absolutely super. Loved the food and ambiance. Enjoyable time there.
   

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   BobB

   Chicago

   61 reviews

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   2.0

   61 reviews

   Dined on May 13, 2023

   overall2food1service4ambience4

   As always the view from the patio is spectacular. The number of menu options and the quality of the food, however, has declined rather dramatically. There were 4 appetizers on the menu and two of them were not available. The prime rib special was incredibly fatty while the grain bowl was interesting, but the portion size of the smoked salmon add on was disappointing. All told, I fear that the excellent competition on each side of the lake will eliminate the Baker House from our go to list this season.
   

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    DesiWhite

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Great place to have a quiet brunch with my husband! Bottomless mimosas and made to eat omelets were fantastic.
    

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    DesiWhite

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

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    We loved not only our stay here, but also the prime rib dinner! Our server was spectacular and on top of it for the whole experience. Highly recommend!
    

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    AnitaW

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    My sister and I enjoyed the high tea very much. The food was excellent.
    

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    RitaM

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food was good and the ambiance great. Service was great. View was amazing.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It was a wonderful meal. The food and service (our waiter was great) were outstanding, the view was amazing, and the ambiance was perfect. We can’t wait to come back.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food4service2ambience4

    Eclectic and elegant dining room. Food was good. Best was live music acoustic guitar played by an older gentleman who was terrific.
    

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    BethQ

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great service and food especially the piano player kevin
    

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    ChrisP

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience4

    We came for restaurant week and they kind of acted like that was a bother. They said we weren’t allowed to order off the regular menu for one person and the restaurant week menu for another… which was fine, but they were crabby about it. The bartender clearly was inexperienced and didn’t know what she was doing. The server never refilled our water or asked if we wanted another drink with dinner. The setting was beautiful and the food was very good (probably the best Caesar salad I’ve ever had), but we would not return due to the inattentive/slow service.
    

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    KateM

    Milwaukee

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Absolutely fabulous! The food was amazing, flavorful and fresh. The amount of time we were granted to enjoy a long meal with starters and dessert was just right, nice leisurely luxury evening. One of our best meals ever. Memorable especially because our children were welcomed and engaged (ages 6 and 10) as well as my mother (age 78) was comfortable in a space without excess noise. The music and servers were gracious and charming. Perfect place for a gourmet meal for all generations. We will be back.
    

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    ByronM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food and the service was excellent. Very nice from from the front room.
    

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    JerryB

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Hello! Our server was delightful. She was attentive to our needs and made sure we were taken care of during our brunch. Everything on the buffet was very good. The only thing that was a bit disappointing was the special order eggs benedict. It seemed to not have much flavor and the sauce was very thin. I realize they are made in bulk, so it is not ideal for every item. We just did not personally eat very much, so I'm not sure the value was there for us. But overall it was a beautiful place on a wonderful day and we enjoyed our time there. Thank you.
    

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    BernadetteB

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience5

    The food was just okay. Fortunately the place and the view makes up for it. For the food selection, I didn't think it was worth the $65 per person. Maybe $40 per person would have made more sense.
    

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    FrankieS

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience3

    Was very excited to go to this historic place and was very disappointed. While the history and eclectic decorations were great the food and overall cleanliness of the place was really poor. The place really needs a good cleaning!!
    

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    LaurenF

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    We went for Easter Brunch and everything was wonderful. My only suggestion is to have the server check in more frequently regarding drinks.
    

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    Skiweyer

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The restaurant was very nice, we sat on the huge porch with a window seat. We watched the sunset while we dined. Great cocktails. The cheese plate was very nice as a starter. We had a wonderful dinner, the chowder was so good and the scallops were cooked perfectly. Our waitress was very friendly and was always anticipating our needs. I am so glad we dined here and we hope to be back!
    

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    SierraL

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Absolutely lovely tea time! So happy it was so much fun thank you!
    

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    rons

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    First, our server Mark was a gem! The ambiance is wonderfully eclectic with many rooms to choose from, while jazz classics played on solo guitar seemed the perfect fit. We have been desperately searching for something to fill the void left when Medusa closed. This is the closest so far. A beautiful view of the lake, divine food. We’ll be back, thank you Mark!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A unique and interesting experience with attentive service as well as delicious food and drink. The historic building - along with its eclectic decor- provides a comfortable and whimsical environment to enjoy, and the staff shares interesting historical facts about the property and surrounding area.
    

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    Mako

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Fantastic food with incredible ambience. Excellent wait staff. Beautiful views of Lake Geneva.
    

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    PatrisiaR

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience1

    My husband and I have visited Baker House for their brunch yearly and finally decided to bring our little one and teen daughter. Many items have been removed from the menu and those that remained tasted very mediocre. Wait staff was overwhelmed by the few tables and were quick to hand us our check. Sad to say but will not be returning.
    

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    BobH

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It was an amazing evening. The food and service was wonderful. We had a wonderful view of the sunset. There were two guitarists that complimented the wonderful birthday dinner for my wife.
    

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    Yummy

    Chicago

    70 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    What a gem! The atmosphere is fantastic, the food was amazing and live music was intimate and just so very nice! We started with the Artisian Cheese board and the fig jam was out of this world. The Clam Chowder was thick and had a huge helping of clams. I would highly recommend the Steak Frites! This was a spur of the moment reservation that I am surely placing on my "must go back" list!
    

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    StephanieC

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It was a wonderful Afternoon Tea experience, the waitress/server was incredible (really enjoyed talking to her). The food was absolutely delicious, loved the ratatouille bread (speaking of the bread, wow amazing) Thee tour and historical information was wonderful. Look forward to revisiting!
    

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    Philip

    Milwaukee

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Absolutely beautiful place. Restored and fascinating Queen Anne home with great views of Lake Geneva. Just loved how interesting, cozy, and romantic the various dining rooms within the house are. Very good food and excellent service. Definitely a destination restaurant. Next time we may book one of their beautifully restored rooms upstairs and make an entire weekend out of enjoying this wonderful place.
    

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    TKTK

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The Baker House has so much history and character. The fireplace by our table was turned on for us. The good and drinks were excellent and the service was outstanding. It was a great experience.
    

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    RebeccaR

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    If you are fortunate enough to have Stephen as your waiter, you will get the history of the Baker House along with your meal. He was a fantastic server and docent!
    

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    MarkD

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Worth every penny, the ambience was outstanding, represented the beautiful mansion in such a way that makes you want to come back. The food was excellent. The staff was attentive and every time you needed them they were right there with menu suggestions, drink suggestions and history of the building. We cannot wait until our next visit.
    

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    RebekahO

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience5

    Baker House was really quite charming! The house was so beautiful, the tea selection was good, and generally, the person who served us was good! The best parts were definitely the house tour, along with the fun hats you got to wear during tea. The downside to our visit is that we had a few people in our group with dietary restrictions, and even though we called a bit ahead to ask if they could accommodate and they said they’d take care of it, the day of they seemed rather unprepared. We had a gluten free person and a diabetic. They had gluten free bread, but they had to defrost it for awhile so it took much longer for the gluten free snacks to come out. They really didn’t have much prepped for the diabetic either. They did pull together a plate of salmon and cucumbers, but for the price it was a little disappointing. HOWEVER, we could have also been at fault for this because we called the day before, we didn’t tell them right away that we were the group that had the dietary restrictions, and they did still give us food in the end (and it was tasty!). Therefore, maybe they could’ve had better communication on their end, but we also could have! Take this as you will, as it was still really fun for all of us!
    

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    eahodgson

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4

    St Patrick’s Day……………,,,,,,,,.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
    

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    ChrisV

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Lovely experience. Our server Kevin was amazing, attentive, and a Jack-of-all-trades. We really appreciated his piano talents during dinner as well!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    I paid for a tour which was very good. The utensils used in the service for me was bad
    

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