The Chew Chew
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Our first dinner out in 10 months and it was wonderful! Tables were appropriately distanced, the entire staff was fully masked, and the food and service were excellent. They recently upgraded their air filtration system, so I felt completely at ease eating in-doors here.
Drinks and food were excellent! Attentive staff who hung back and didn’t rush us. Great experience!
I went here with my husband for our anniversary date. We ordered calamari, oysters, steak, and the risotto. The calamari was one of the better ones I’ve tasted and had a nice sauce. The oysters were fresh and delicious. Everything was very tasty. Would definitely come back to try some of there specials that are not on the daily menu.
Have been going to Chew Chew for Since they first opened at their original location. Has always been excellent food and service. The Owner Scott does a fantastic job in all respects.
great neighbor hood spot to enjoy great food in a safe environment. Owners have gone to great lengths and expense to stay open. Just hope they can make it. Support local independent restaurants !!!!
Chew Chew has been doing an outstanding job within the covid restrictions. Take out is also a great option.
One of my go to restaurants. The staff is great and the atmosphere is club like. The food is most often outstanding. On this trip the White Fish and Tarter Sauce were bland. My son's steak sandwich was spot on. When I noted my fish was good but bland he started to "needle" me about loss of taste as a sign of Covid. I will return...not sure I will bring my son.
The Chew Chew's outdoor dining space is so fantastic. The servers were quick, helpful and responsive and the meal was delicious. We even got there before 6PM so snagged happy hour pricing on our beverages. Thanks Chew Chew for a great evening :)
I have not been to this establishment since they moved to the present location. I used to frequent The Chew-Chew occasionally but since moving myself, have not been in so long. The food is still delicious and fresh. I had the scallops and they were cooked perfectly. Our server was good just hard to understand through the masks that are required... We celebrated a birthday and it was a very nice dining experience. Just like I remembered.
Love this place ! #1 pick when we go out - food is always great and overall the best !!
Have enjoyed the Chew Chew Cafe for many years...Scott is a wonderful host and the interior decor is charming. I have never had a meal there that did not rate a Ten! Very unique appetizers and dinner specials. A truly delight it full dining experience! And they are definitely practicing practicing the recommended Covid safety regulations.
Service was slow this time (not the norm). This would not have been a big deal except fo the fact that we were eating outside and it was chilly.
The outdoor seating area is very nice.
The outdoor seating area is terrific.
I had the skirt steak with chimichuri sauce and it was delicious! My steak was juicy and tender.I also tried the apple bread and it was served warm and was perfect. The atmosphere and service was exceptional! I would highly recommend a night out here.
Was a get together for my 60th bday!! Couldn’t have asked for a better place or food or ambience.
It’s hard to put into words, but it was amazing!
Always the best food and service! We love the Chew Chew!
This is a hidden gem and hopefully will make it thru these very difficult times.
Never disappoints.
Excellent dinner during their Oktoberfest celebration. The special beer cheese small plate and the German chocolate cake were huge hits!
Great place. Must check it out. Great Octoberfest selection when we went.
The crab cakes for the price very small needed more crab The sauce was good everyone else in our party enjoyed their entree
Chew Chew has becomae my favorite restaurant. My wife and I have gone out to eat at least once a week for many years. Of course that is when the state let us. When we couldn't dine out we had take out at least once week when only that was allowed. We always liked to change restaurants and had at least eight places on our list. Chew Chew has taken over the #1 spot and will get more of our business than any other. They have so many items that we enjoy on their menu but we always have the onion soup. The best to both of us.
Sat outside on a very cool evening, but patio is enclosed in heavy plastic clear wall which keeps it warm and there were heat lamps dispersed throughout. Dinner was great and our server Giedrius provided great service!
The Chew Chew team is doing a great job of addressing covid precautions and ensuring safety for their guests.
The food was delicious as always. We felt very safe as the establishment was very clean and staff took all precautions necessary.
It is not the Chew Chew I remembered. I took my husband there for his birthday promising him something special. Host was bordering on rude, waitress was sweet, but never gave us her name. The oysters were good. The rest of the food was either a frozen product or dry and lacking the flavor profile I associated with Chew Chew. I had added my husband's birthday to my reservation....nothing. It was a Monday and only three tables were being used. The bar had some regulars, I can only assume, as they were getting all the attention. I also need to mention that the dirndls were not in anyway authentic and frankly inappropriate. Wish them all of the luck to get back to what they were.
Food was very generic. The French onion soup base was canned, the Shinto peppers were deep fried instead of browned on the flat grill with very little salt. The oysters barely had any meat and my stomach was uneasy afterwards. The server took forever to take the order, check up on us, grab things we requested like water and bring our food. Plus the Oktoberfest music was blaring to the point of annoying and I like Oktoberfest music.
Wonderful outdoor space!!
Great Octoberfest special menu. The mini potato pancakes were delightful. G is the best server and we always have a great experience when he takes care of us. The new patio space is well planned and a great addition during these circumstances. Relaxing, calming and modern.
Specials are a great value and always delicious!
Our entire meal was amazing from the smoked trout appetizer to the tuna poke bowl, the scallops with crabmeat risotto and the apple strudel. Ate outside in a very safe atmosphere. Highly recommend The Chew Chew.
We had a wonderful dinner, the food was excellent!
We enjoyed yummy food while spending time with dear friends. We’ll be back. (Octoberfest food was an unexpected treat!)
The Chew Chew is maintaining excellent standards of cooking and service during quarantine. Made us feel safe in eating out. Thanks.
Always a good meal at Chew Chew.
Wonderful as always!
Love the new patio and the staff and food never disappoint 😋
Pleasant staff. Not knowledgeable about how allergies work, or simply did not care. Food was lackluster and low quality. Ambiance was very nice. Very intimate setting.
Chew Chew cafe is one of my favorite local dining spots. It offers great service, inventive dishes and a warm atmosphere. It never disappoints!
FAQs
The Chew Chew offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (708) 447-8781.
The Chew Chew is rated 4.8 stars by 1234 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable. Due to local restrictions, this restaurant may not be accepting reservations at the moment.