“This is such a great little spot! The staff was really friendly, the food came out super hot, and I’ll definitely have to come back because there were so many things to chose from. My poor boyfriend will have to hear me raving about the Chicken & Waffles for the next few days.“
“An absolutely beautiful locally owned coffee shop in an area with few options. It's open and bright, and they host community events. The staff are friendly and helpful and the drinks (haven't tried the food yet, but hope to soon!) are very good!“
“We had drinks in The Aldermen portion. The drinks were incredible. Best gin and tonic I’ve ever had. Lance was running the show that night. We told him what we liked, and he nailed it. I would seriously put Lance as one of the best bartenders in the world. Yes, we will be back. Sad thing is, when I go other places, they won’t compare. The Pilsen Yards space looked fun, and did have great outdoor space. Another one of Chicago’s great neighborhoods to explore.“
“Overall Thoughts: I went to Amaru for 2024 Restaurant Week, and it had lovely vibes, solid food, and friendly service all around. My friends and I got the cheaper $42 dinner option and felt the value was good— we were stuffed and satisfied afterwards. Out of all 3 courses, the dessert was definitely the weakest, but I really enjoyed the other two courses!- Course 1: Requeson (4.6/5): The soft cheese was delicious; it was creamy and slightly sweet, pairing nicely with the slightly spiced salsa.- Course 2: Mole Y Leon (4.5/5): This was my first time having lion’s mane mushroom, and it was great! The texture was stringy and chewy, and the seared flavors were strong. The yuca was crispy and tasty, and the mole was rich and earthy.- Course 3- Espresso Tres Leches (4/5): Definitely lacking relative to the other two dishes; the cake wasn’t moist enough in my opinion, and the flavor was kind of monotonous.—Price (relative to peers): 4.2/5Food: 4.4/5Ambience: 4.9/5Overall Value: 4.5/5“
“I'm a frequent diner at Jibaritos y mas but my boyfriend wanted to try something new. We looked up a couple of places and this place came up. It had 4.6 stars so we decided to check them out, and we were so glad we did! I had the steak jibarito which lacked no flavor. The steak was marinated in mojo or vinegar I'm not sure but it was sooo good! My boyfriend had the steak sandwich and loved it as well. The service was awesome! The owners were very nice and talked to us while we ate. We tried their chips with HOMEMADE guava sauce made by Ana ?. Definitely a MUST TRY! I was not disappointed from the minute we walked in til we left. We will definitely be going back!“
“Nice place not a wow. Food was good, served quickly. Latin music over the speakers, asked to be turned down. It was right off of I-94 as it turns east toward Chicago. Traffic was busy, so we ate and had better traffic after.Parking: parked right in front“
“I decided to order and give them a try and it was definitely worth it. Everything we got was full of flavor. Half an order was enough to fill us up. The quesa ropa mixed extremely well and the sauces were fantastic. Will definitely recommend and make this a regular spot.“
“SO SO GOOD. Irazu is a Chicago institution and Henry, the owner, is awesome. If you have not been here, do yourself a favor and go. I get the steak burrito (upgrade to skirt steak) with avocado and then I pour Irazu salsa (the best salsa ever) on it. It is so good that I have to come in to get this burrito fix every week. I was out of town last week and I couldn't make it in for my burrito, so now I am currently experiencing Irazu burrito withdrawal. Anyway. Go! Support this wonderful local business!“
“Had the Jibarito sandwich (new food to me). It tasted great! Rice and beans were also good. Very few tables in the place, service was good. It cost a little more than I would have expected, but the cost of restaurant food seems to be going up everywhere, especially in “
“Flo is awesome! Delicious & good value. Easy, comfortable neighborhood spot. Weekend brunch is fun. I particularly love dinner...amazing homemade chips and guac. Love the burger & fries!! And classic steak tacos. Perfect margaritas.“
“An amazing hidden gem in the heart of Albany Park! There are few Colombian restaurants in Chicago, but this one competes to be on the top. The arroz paisa is a pleasure if you are a meat lover. The arepas are huge and delicious. Portions are what you pay for. Bring an appetite!“
“Get the strawberry Spring Matcha Latte! It’s seriously so good. You can find it on their Easter menu. I also really enjoyed their Chilaquiles but the Spring Matcha Latte is going to be my new everyday drink. The owners are so kind and I received my meal extremely fast. Lastly, their Easter decorations are the cutest ☺️“
“I found out I had to host Christmas days before the 25th. I can't describe how friendly, helpful and extremely serviceable they were with me placing a catering order only 2 days from Christmas. Since I needed for the 25th, they opened specifically for my order.....Wow!! The service was phenomenal the food was exceptional!! Truly blessed to have them in the neighborhood! Puerto Rican rice, tostones. lechon, ham and potato salad enough for the entire family (25 people) with left overs for the next day. Thank you doesn't seem enough for the owners. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for great food and service. BTW......pistachio coquito......amazing!!!“
“I've eaten here so many times since 2010 when my brother moved to the area and it never disappoints! It was a lucky find as he was getting to know his new neighborhood and thank God he shared it with us. We've eaten in, gotten take out, but no matter which one we choose they always give great service. I've tried brain tacos from them (that surprisingly taste kind of like eggs), but our favorite is to order multiple pounds of the carnitas. It's SO good!! They give you fresh made tortillas, cilantro, onion, lime, and pico. Sometimes in the summer they have people right out front with different flavored Agua Frescas. If you're going to do carnitas be warned they do sell out, so try to get there early if you can. (Sorry my pictures aren't great this time)“
“Very Nice restaurant. The food at the Buffet is wonderful. They have soup, tacos, dishes made with shrimp, chicken and beef. They also have a breakfast table. I definitely want to go back with my girlfriends again. Good music and the place is beautiful, with a view of the lake.“
“My fiancé and I were visiting chicago for the marathon weekend. Our friend friend who lives local recommended Takito Kitchen based on the great experiences he has had there in the past. The owner himself is a UCF alum just like everyone in our group, so he came to our table to introduce himself and we had a great conversation. He was so friendly and our waitress Alma was amazing as well! So sweet and very helpful/ knowledgeable. An overall great experience! We will be back next time we are in town and we will recommend all of our friends here as well!“
“Friday morning. 11AM. Everyone knows good carnitas are found on Friday to Sunday. We'll this place did it right.$11.99 a pound of flavorful, tender, and hearty carnitas. I was helped by a nice elderly pair at a quick service counter, and it was quick. This is a little hidden gem for sure!I'll be going back on a random weekday to see if it's as good on a weekend.“
“This was THE BEST Latin American food fusion I have ever experienced! Everything we ordered was not only delicious, but just as attractive in presentation. Also, the staff was so attentive and engaging. We had the honor of being introduced to the chef and shared how pleased we were with his culinary selections. Don’t pass on the drinks, especially the Pina Colada shots, for they were the perfect compliment to each dish. I highly recommend this restaurant for its authentic ambience, friendly staff and mesmerizing menu.“
“Food was delicious, very well seasoned. Service was nice, owners checked on you.Atmosphere had good vibes.Ordered Steak Jibarito, Skirt steak dinner (added shrimp) which was a little salty.& apps such as chicken & beef empanadas. Everything was good especially the empanadas, black beans and white rice. They also make cocktails.“
“Casa Yari is the best for vegan food in Chicago...hands down. The menu is creative, delicious and made with love. Yari is an amazing chef and human all around. Her staff, which includes her daughters, is very knowledgeable about the menu and can guide you on what to get if you're a first timer. Every dish is made to order so a little bit of a wait time is to be expected and well worth it. Be sure to check their website for updated rotating menus as well as some restaurant FAQs (i.e. they stop taking orders about 30 min before close) Heads up, brunch is busy so you most likely won't be able to grab your order to go but you are more than welcome to dine in at the bar if you're solo. They also have an amazing N/A cocktail list for those of you that don't drink. This is not a place to miss if you're a true Chicago foodie!“
“Amazing Honduran food! We've passed by this place many times, thinking it was solely a private event space. But we stopped by for dinner on the patio today and it was incredible. The quesabirria tacos were super rich and the refried beans that came on the side had a unique and delicious flavor. The fried chicken and plantain dish, which is one of their specialties, was both new to us and also soo good. Manny was the best waiter with the perfect recommendations, and his mom was super sweet (even though she was a little shy ?). Patio was peaceful, verdant and comfortable. We will be back soon!“
“Super delicious empanada I've tasted in the market. I loved how the crust was made. It's so fresh and yummy.When taking a bite of the whole thing, it mixes together and burst a mouthwatering flavor. I should go back again and bring my families with me so they can also try it!“
“In our stay in Chicago this was our place to go, we searched restaurants days before our flight from NJ and we don’t regret it at all. Cafe con Leche was amazing from top to bottom, excellent service and absolutely delicious food, the staff very caring and accommodating. I have no doubt that I’ll come back if I visit Chicago again. Highly recommended!“
“I was there on November the 16th the hospitality it’s great , the server was fenomenal check most of the time if I need something else, and keep the table clean. I had the manchego empanadas deliciosas, for my entre the halibut wrap in banana leaf Delicioso“
“Porkito is such a great addition to the neighborhood! Finally something different AND delicious. After seeing the restaurants post that was shared in our Community Facebook page, we decided to give this place a try! As a family who does not eat out often, we typically stick to what we know but couldn't pass up the opportunity to try something new. We decided to get takeout and went with two orders of the sliders with all different options so that we could try [almost] the entire menu of sandwich options in one fell swoop. The only two flavors we have not tried yet are the Cubano and the Big Green but out of what we had, there was not one that we did not like! Our personal favorites were the Hawaiian and Buffy with the Sauzee and Jammy following close behind. We also got our kiddos the Tater tots which were perfectly crisp and flavorful and for ourselves, the loaded tots. Everything was delicious with no complaints! Fortunately, us straying away from the regular few places we frequent was a success and we will happily add Porkito to that very small list. We plan to actually eat in the restaurant sometime soon so that we can try it fresh and have the full experience without the delay of driving it home and letting things sit for too long... But even still.. We really enjoyed everything!“
“Brazilian bowl is the place to eat, if your in chicago dona luz is the best, she's all smiles and gave us free Brazilian cheese bread.Parking: There's parking everywhereWheelchair accessibility: They have a sidewalk that's wheelchair friendly, no steps, all flat ground, big restroom if you need assistance.“
“Glad we finally tried this place after seeing it on check, please. Cute, cozy atmosphere. Our main waiter took our order & we didn’t really see him again but the other wait staff were nice & helpful. Food was solid. I enjoyed the ham they used in the eggs Benedict & I like my griddled pancake. The gravy for the biscuits & gravy was decent but a bit salty & I wasn’t a fan of the biscuit they used. I’mGlad I ordered it as a side rather than the main dish. I ordered decaf coffee & didn’t get it til halfway through the meal. Street parking was free on Sunday which was nice.“
“La Humita catered my wedding at The Robey Hotel and provided the delicious and elevated Ecuadorian hors d'oeuvres of my dreams. Everyone was raving about how beautiful, delicious, filling and fresh the food was. They truly went above and beyond do meet my vision and I was so happy to I went with my gut and went with them.If you are looking for a delicious dinner at your wedding everyone will love, go with them.“
“We took my mom & some family for her 70th birthday. She absolutely loved it! I love that they have so much variety & ambience. Whether you’re going with family, friends, or with your significant other, it is a great time with exceptional food! ❤️“
“Greetings to all Internet usersThe reason for this comment is to congratulate all the workers at the Mr. Pollo restaurant since I have been a customer for more than 12 years and I have always liked the flavor and quality of the chicken and the garnishes, but for some time now what I have Many businesses do is lower the quality when they already have customers and here, on the contrary, everything is richer and more delicious. I recommend it 120%.Congratulations (they have never given me a discount but it is cheap)“
“Fritada is delicious! I had to eat my plate in the car because the smell of the food was sooo good. This is my go to place for food after work. 100% would recommend and they are always so kind. Ma and Pa Location. They used to have a different location that my family would go to but they closed and moved. We didn't find the new address until last year and I'm never losing this spot again.“
“Yesterday we were eating with my family and we loved everything; from the service of the two waitresses who attended to us very efficiently, explaining all the dishes and the difference between them. Making recommendations for dishes and appetizers. We also enjoyed some delicious passion fruit mojitos and some brandy sour. At the time of paying, they explained to us very clearly how the machine works to swipe the card and specify the tip if we wanted to leave it by card or in cash. On the other hand, the food was exquisite and on point. Excellent seasoning. And even though the restaurant was full, they allowed us to eat in peace but we also understood that we had to hurry a little to give them the table or other diners who wanted to dine there and were waiting for a table. I thank you for the excellent service, attention and food. We will be back soon. ?“
“I would eat more but stomach has a limit. I have been visiting this place for years and I have tried everyone the menu. Never disappointed. I always go for the churrasco and the carne asada. I recommend highly the chimichurri with extra lime. You'll be in heaven after that.“
“Very beautiful view. Highly recommend this location. Very cool neighborhood. On the pricey side but totally worth it. Highly suggest the deluxe pepperoni pizza. The whipped ricotta is a GAME CHANGER! Just one complaint was that the staff told us when we got to the rooftop that it was a 30-45 minute wait for a table or there was room at the bar. The bar had no stools open and people were standing. The only room left at the bar was by the dishwasher. Took us a while to get a bartender’s attention. Luckily my boyfriend sat down at an open table and the staff came over and said that the waitress would be right with us and she was. Super nice girl. It was just annoying because we were told it was a wait but there was really no wait. Weird! Other than that, there was a live DJ which was cool and the other customers were really friendly and fun! There were people dancing and vibing. Will be coming back.“
“(Translated by Google) Well, I had heard about the site and I wanted to eat something away from home, and on the site they prepare whatever you ask to eat. And very good seasoning and hygiene. I liked the food. This time I ordered plantain tostones with pork rinds and ketchup. Uuuff, that was delicious. The truth is, I don't go out often on weekends, I stay at home to rest. This time I got out of the home routine.(Original)Bueno, avia escuchado del sitio y tenia deceo de comer algo fuera de casa , y en el sitio te preparan lo que tu pidas comer. Y muy buen sazon he igiene me gusto la comida esta ves ordené tostones de plátanos con chicharron de cerdo y ketchup uuuff que rico estava la verdad no soy frecuento salir los fin de semana me quedo en casa en reposo. Esta ves me salí de la rutina casera.“
“Azul 18, not to be confused with Azul Mariscos is a great brunch spot in the Pilsen area. I visited on a Sunday morning, and there was plenty of street parking available. The restaurant has about 30 tables, but some of the table spacing is pretty tight, so if you have big hips like me, you'll be comfy seating on the bench seats, but squeeze your body in between the tables and be careful not to hit the patron sitting next to you!The menu has some classic items like waffles and pancakes, but their Mexican entrees are tasteful. Everything was good and I would definitely go back! We tried the following:Orange Strawberry Kiwi JuiceMexican Beignets with Raspberry Jam and NutellaMexican Omelette with Refried BeansShort Stack of PancakesChilaquiles with Braised Short Ribs, Eggs, Guacamole, Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo, Queso and Hominy“
“My job catered a an order for Black History Month celebration, and it was fantastic - usually we have food left over, but this time- most of it was eaten! I'll have to try this place myself. We had the Rice and beans, Jerked Chicken, Cabbage / roasted veggies, and plantains. everything was good!“
“The food is very delicious and the prices are low compared to the quality of the food and surroundings. In service, if a little more attention is needed, I am referring to the spirits of the waitresses, they need like life or having a red bull before starting to work, the rest is very excellent!“
“I'm from Louisville and we don't got any ecuadorian restaurants there so any time I go to Chicago I go here and since the day I was born they have never disappointed on my soul. This is the best ecuadorian restaurant u will ever find.“
“If you're looking for Latin American food products like Goya, etc. this is the place to go on the north side. Also, the restaurant in back is great for Latin American dishes. Whether you like Cuban, Mexican or some other country, you can probably find the product you're looking for or the already prepared dish in the restaurant. I recommend“
“Love, love, loved this place. Outstanding food with a lot of variety on the menu which seems to rotate in new dishes with some standards. Excellent, friendly service. Great neighborhood atmosphere. Burrito is a must, pulpo was cooked perfectly, and the flan. My goodness, the flan... Will be back. Again and again. Street parking available. Reservations recommended.“