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- LLeeChicago / Illinois •11 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoJust moved to Uptown and this restaurant was recommended by more than one person. They did not steer us wrong. Food was delicious! We will be back!More infoKie-Gol-Lanee - UptownPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Uptown•4.8
- SStephanieLos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoWent for Santa Baby experience and it was AMAZING. I originally made reservations for the wrong date and it filled up- I was able to send a message and she changed the date for us (Thank you!!) When we checked in I was greeted with a birthday card signed by everyone (thank you!). All three stories were immersed in Christmas decoration. It wasn’t overly crowded, even for a Friday at 9pm. The drinks were good, service was 10/10. And as tiki bar lovers, we will be back next time we are in Chicago!More infoBamboo ClubPrice: Moderate• Pizza Bar• Wrigleyville•4.3
- JJasonChicago / Illinois •6 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoThe elegance of Swift and Sons but still a casual classy experience. Fairly priced menu based on overall quality and service, though the “meat-n-potatoes” entree prices compared to quantity seems higher than normal for Chicago steakhouses. For reuniting with friends on a Christmas weekend, overlooking a beautifully lit Wrigley Field for the season, it can’t be beat.More infoSwift & Sons Tavern and Oyster Bar - WrigleyvillePrice: Moderate• American• Wrigleyville•4.4
- EEvelynVIPChicago / Illinois •66 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoOverall good/great. A little on the pricey side for salads and chicken. $20 for a martini - not a full glass is a bit over the top.More infoSummer House - ChicagoPrice: Moderate• American• Lincoln Park•4.6
- RRobChicago / Illinois •16 reviews4.0Dined on Nov 10, 2024Great experience with the food, service, and drinks. Could not have been happier.More infoAgami Contemporary SushiPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Uptown•4.3
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