In-restaurant reviews
American – Lincoln Park. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.4 It was a sunny and warm Saturday (finally Spring is showing up), and some friends and I decided to try this brunch spot on Clark Street. Picture this: lots of open windows, light blue walls, and benches – giving off major beachy vibes. The place was bustling […]
Greek – River North. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.2 What a nice brunch experience! The atmosphere was captivating; the blend of indoor and outdoor space decorated with windows, white walls, and cascading fuchsia flowers created a charming ambiance making it feel like a Mediterranean getaway. We kicked things off with the Spread Sampler—Tzatziki, Hummus, and that
Japanese – Lincoln Park. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.4 If you are looking for great quality sushi, friendly service, and nice vibes, Blue Sushi Sake Grill is a must! I tried this spot with a few friends and we ordered several things off the menu. For starters, we got 2 plates of the Mango Crab Rangoon.
Ice Cream Shop – Lincoln Park. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.5 Attention all soft-serve enthusiasts, listen up! Kurimu is the ultimate Asian ice cream haven, serving up hand-crafted ice cream, soft-serve, and boba tea. This chain never disappoints! Now, their soft-serve flavors? They switch them up regularly, keeping things fresh and exciting. When we stopped by,
Korean – Lincoln Park. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.8 Without a doubt, Del Seoul is one of my favorite spots! It’s a laid-back eatery ideal for casual hangs, offering a variety of boldly flavored dishes spanning from Korean tacos to Korean Banh Mi sandwiches. In the past, I’ve tried their tacos (sesame-chili shrimp, kalbi, and fish
Tex-Mex – Andersonville Flavor Scale (1-5): 2.5 My friend and I tried this Tex-Mex all-day bar and restaurant, with high hopes. The restaurant had great vibes and the staff were very friendly. Diving into the menu, I ordered the Rodrigoʼs Al Pastor taco with marinated pork shoulder, pineapple, onion, pineapple habanero salsa, and cilantro. They
Chinese – Streeterville. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.75 I personally consider this one of the best Chinese restaurants in Chicago. I’ve eaten here on several occasions and have yet to be disappointed. There are a couple locations in the city which is nice. The two locations I’ve been to (Streeterville and South Loop) have an upscale
American – Lincoln Park. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.5 I tried this restaurant out with a friend who had been here several times. We went for brunch and I really liked the overall vibe of the restaurant. They had nice outdoor seating but it was a random hot day in late February so there was a
Italian – Hyde Park. Flavor Scale (1 – 5): 4.8 This was my first time dining in Hyde Park and let me tell you, Ascione Bistro did not disappoint! Arriving for brunch to celebrate a friend’s birthday, we were greeted by the stunning ambiance of the restaurant and welcomed by an exceptional server who made
Asian Fusion – Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.9 You don’t get to eat at a 2-dimmensional restaurant everyday! This past weekend, a friend and I decided to try this unique spot. Entering the restaurant feels like you are entering a life-sized drawing or sketch. The space looks really cool but it’s not that big, so