ETC.

ETC. reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago1 review

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was a great experience from Chef Lamar and his team, the food was delicious, especially the duck confit ravioli. Thank you for the warm hospitality!
   

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   Kenya

   Chicago20 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I loved the decor and overall ambiance. It oozes sexy elegance! I will definitely return soon to work my way through the menu. My cocktail, W.T.H., was light and refreshing...think elevated amaretto sour. The deviled eggs with caviar were a must and didn't disappoint. The oxtails and grits were so good, I regret not ordering the biscuits to clean my plate.
   

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Washington DC1 review

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Etc. is a must visit Chicago restaurant. The menu is exceptional and inventive while being familiar. Ryan, our server was very helpful in selecting dishes and recommending cocktails. The sommelier Zach gave us a fantastic overview of the wines to pair with our meal and gave great recommendations for a nightcap. A great dining experience, and can’t wait to go back!
   

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   Iesha VIP

   Chicago11 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   The place is beautiful but the appetizer had no seasoning therefore we decided not to have dinner. Waiter was just blah however Hostess was really nice. Lastly cocktail was really good. 
   

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   martin

   Chicago5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Good food, staff was really friendly and the atmosphere was great. I am definitely going back.
   

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   Candice

   Miami3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great return experience!!! Food was made in good timing, accurate and delicious!!! Can’t wait to bring the girls out!!! Looking forward to trying more dishes and desserts with drinks!!
   

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   Jelisa

   Dallas1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was fantastic ! Ambiance of the restaurant is beautiful ! The service was spot on !
   

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   Jeremy VIP

   Chicago4 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 24, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   The layout, tables, and decor of ETC is amazing. It definitely stands out and you could tell a lot of great thought was placed into it. However, my biggest problem was the pricing of the food. I think it was very much so overpriced. My friend ordered oxtails and grits for $45, and I don't think it was worth it, while my entree was $48 for lamb t bone. In the end, with an appetizer, a drink each and 2 entrees, our bill was over $200 including tip, which is more than expected. My friend also got sick from eating the food, which made the situation even worse. It's a great location and ambiance, but I think the pricing makes me not want to go back nor recommend my friends to go there.
   

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   Eric VIP

   Chicago2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on April 21, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   We had high hopes for this place after all the positive publicity. Unfortunately, we left extremely disappointed. The core issue? Value. At this price point, execution should be flawless. It wasn’t. We were a party of four. We split a few appetizers and a dessert, and each had our own entrée. Right from the start, things went downhill: the special bourbon my friend wanted for his old fashioned was unavailable. So was the cacio e pepe—which, for any vegetarians in your group, means you’re basically out of luck. The only remaining options were a Brussels sprouts salad and a couple of side dishes. Among the appetizers, the deviled eggs were the standout. Absolutely delicious!!! But the biscuits with pimento cheese were just okay; the biscuits tasted like they’d been sitting around for a while. We were promised four fried green tomatoes, but only got three, so I can’t really weigh in on those either. For mains, my chicken dish with jollof rice was decent but unremarkable. The others in my party who ordered lamb and salmon enjoyed their dishes a bit more. But none of us were wowed. Cocktail-wise, the mezcal drink was solid, but the espresso martini with mezcal was a miss. Dessert was a letdown! Skip the chocolate cake. There’s an automatic 20% gratuity included, which our server definitely earned. He was attentive, professional, and apologetic. But we voiced our disappointment because, frankly, $500 for a dinner that felt so uninspired is just not acceptable. The food did not live up to the price. There’s a serious disconnect between the experience they’re offering and what they’re charging. This place is tucked away with little evening foot traffic, which means the food needs to be unforgettable. Sadly, it was forgettable at best. We won’t be back. I honestly felt like we were robbed!
   

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    lj VIP

    Chicago14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    This was our 1st visit and we enjoyed every minute! Their Easter preset menu was amazing as well as the wine pairing. We will be back!
    

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