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- CCherylChicago / Illinois •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoThe 6 of us had a lovely lunch today at the Walnut Room. It is one of my favorite places to eat during the holiday season! Our server Rex was amazing and he went out of his way to make our time together extra special! Can't wait until next year!!More infoThe Walnut Room - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Loop•4.6
- EexterChicago / Illinois •4 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoThis place is popping with energy and positive vibes. It's like going to meeting a hip, understanding friend that knows what you like. The greeters, the wait staff are stellar and attentive without being intrusive. Highly recommend the short ribs and chicken. Cooked and sauced to perfection and the iceberg lettuce salad is so fresh and crisp with a flavor twist. Fave drink is The Justify. Perfect!More infoVirtuePrice: Expensive• Southern• Hyde Park•4.8
- KKennedyChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoTop tier experience as always. I love the vibe and service level. Jarod I believe was phenomenal and the male manager is always a time. I forgot how much I loved it. Adding it back to my rotation. That cowboy was soooo good.More infoChemistryPrice: Expensive• American• Hyde Park•4.4
- MMirajvipWisconsin •6 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoThe restaurant was fantastic, and the food was phenomenal. We started with the wood-fired table bread, which was incredibly pillowy and delicious, along with the roasted octopus. The calamari was prepared in the standard way, and it was cooked perfectly. The sauce for the calamari reminded me of a chipotle aioli. For my entrée, I ordered the orecchiette. The minced lamb was flavorful and very filling, but I will mention that the dish was quite oily, which was the only downside. Throughout the meal, I enjoyed the Black Lotus drink, which was my favorite.More infoAlla VitaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• West Loop•4.8
- KKrystal-FloraChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined on Nov 17, 2024I had such a lovely time at brunch with my friends. The food was good and the bottomless mimosas were indeed bottomless. The ambiance was enjoyable and the staff were very nice and attentiveMore infoBronzeville WineryPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Bronzeville•4.5
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