“Matt, the owner, is a personable and knowledgeable individual who runs a beautiful establishment that offers a unique blend of old world culture and language. The server, Brandon, is respectful and efficient, making the experience enjoyable. The restaurant serves a variety of dishes, including lobster bisque, Caesar salad, steak tip sandwich, shrimp cocktail appetizer, and chocolate crusted ice cream. The bathrooms and kitchen are spotless, and the decor is eclectic, reminiscent of Italy, Spain, Greece, or Armenia. Some patrons may be clueless about the style, but the establishment is an Iconoclastic destination that would make a habit or tradition. The only downside is the lack of a nice cot for napping after a delicious meal. Overall, this establishment is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience the rich history and culture of the old world.“
“Sean the lead bartender is amazing. He creates the best custom cocktails that aligns to your meal beautifully. The ambiance and energy at Gigi’s is unmatched in the Barrington area and the menu is always changing and evolving. Can’t reccomend it more!“
“I absolutely love this place! Outstanding Customer Service, Food, Drinks, Atmosphere and amazing professional Staff. Thank you for making my Family and I always feel welcomed, accomodating us, your patience and always paying attention to detail. For sure a special place and very cozy. Will be back for sure. Everything by far is delicious. Thank you for helping us make our Birthdays memorable and making us feel at home! ?“
“The Joyful Gourmet is nothing short of a culinary wonderland, where every visit feels like a VIP experience. Their cooking demonstration dinners are a masterclass in gastronomy, blending entertainment with education in the most delightful way. The chefs not only craft exquisite dishes but also imbue each session with passion and humor, making you feel like both a student and a connoisseur. The atmosphere buzzes with excitement, as guests are treated to a spectacle of flavors and techniques. It’s a place where food transcends mere sustenance and becomes a joyful celebration of craftsmanship and community. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or just curious about culinary arts, The Joyful Gourmet offers an unparalleled dining adventure. They also have an impressive selection of high quality cookware to choose from!“
“From the lounge to the store above it, it was amazing! The owner and his staff are super friendly, and knowledgeable about their products and are there to please. I visited there store to pick up a very hard to find bourbon and they had it, as well as a great selection of other rare spirits. During my visit, the owner's son showed me the lounge below the store and it was so unique and high end! I couldn't wait to come back with my boyfriend as I knew he'd love it. We went last night for a Bourbon tasting event and we couldn't have been more impressed! The staff was fabulous, the event was perfect and the charcuterie boards provided were delicious! I recommend anyone to attend an event or just stop to find a rare spirit and call ahead to spend time in the lounge, you won't be disappointed. We'll definitely be back. 5 stars isn't enough.“
“Way beyond all expectations. Delicious, delicious, delicious. Finally a new sceneof beer in the area. Well thought out brew and beverege, great crew behind the product. Knowledgeable, creative and humble. Absolutely great things currently and to come. Stay on the look out as Sundial will surely be all over Chicagoland. ?“
“Quite a drive for me but worth the trip. Easy parking, the place was inviting even from the outside, and seating was comfortable. Our waitress was super nice and attentive throughout our meal. All three of us had the bottomless mimosa, which is only worth it if you drink three or more. I chose it because I wanted to try the different kinds of mimosas: oj, cranberry, and pineapple. Yum to them all. For my meal, I split the Veggie Fritatta and the Chiliquiles with my friend. I liked the chiliqiiles more (crunchy chips) than the fritatta (chunks of potato). The special: corn beef eggrolls were also really good. My other friend had the steak and cheese, which she loved. The amount given was just enough, and the prices were decent.“
“A fantastic brunch with their version of biscuits & gravy and an egg white omelet with Parmesan potatoes. Very attentive service that was timely in bringing out our food and keeping our glasses full, and empty plates removed from the table.“
“Met a friend for dinner and we stayed for 2.5 hours. Our server was great he never made us feel like we should leave. It was a week night and not very busy. Great food, great service!Parking: Plenty of parking in a lot behind the restaurant.“
“LOVE LOVE LOVE coming to grandmas! My significant other and I used to live 5 mins away and would come specifically on Thursday nights for AMAZING food and an even better time playing free bar bingo! We moved up to Richmond(20-25 mins) away and we still choose to make the drive to grandmas as it's just the best! Love that we walk in and the staff already knows our names and our orders and are just genuine good people!“
“Awesome wine bar with fantastic live music several nights of the week!Alex and the crew do a great job pouring a good variety of wines along with some beers and standard cocktails. Since it's right downtown Wauconda, there are plenty of food options nearby.There's also a good wine club membership that offers monthly wine selections and access to special events.Love this place.“
“Been there multiple times. The management is top notch,the service as well. The best bar/slot place I've ever been too. So accommodating, they go above and beyond to make you feel just at home.if in the area I don't know why you wouldn't stop in to this neighborhood “
“Love this place! I'd been there a few times when they had igloos set up outside and enjoyed it and then most recently for a moms' night. The GM and owner were great and so responsive during planning and the servers were excellent, patient, and helped us have a relaxing night (not rushing or pushing us out). The drinks and food are always delicious. Will definitely be back!“
“Place was recommend to us from some friends. I was so impressed with the food and quality of the pasta! Our service was however a bit slow when it didn’t seem very busy. Prices were very fair, everyone was still very nice. We will try again!“
“My family threw a surprise bday party for me at Tuscan. It was wonderful! The food was fantastic and never ending! The bartenders made sure everyone’s drink needs were met. We rented the entire place…..great venue for a private event! I highly recommend it!“
“Been coming here for 20+ years. Never disappoints! I had a cheeseburger w/the 2yr aged cheddar and applewood smoked bacon. My companion had the salmon sandwich. We both tried new beverages as they have such an amazing selection of different and more obscure selections! Belllchhhhhh!!!“
“We had a girls dinner at Coopers Hawk and all was fantastic - the food, atmosphere and service. Our waitress Paula was amazing and just so sweet attentive. I ordered some appetizers to munch on. The drunken shrimp (came with 5) were good and crisp. the ‘over the border egg rolls’ were the best I have ever had! Two of the three dipping sauces it came with were dynamite! In additional to their famous crispy brussels sprouts, I will also be ordering the on the border egg rolls too. The Cooper’s hawk ale was also a delightful“
“Food was very good but the service was really slow. Was a little busy but it shouldn't take almost an hour to get our appetizer. Drinks took a while also, 2 1/2 hours to eat. Server did take the appetizer off the bill which was appreciated. . ,“
“We’ve been going here for years. Food, ambiance is always excellent. Service was always good BUT last night our server TYSON blew ours minds! Told us right from the start to think of this night as a journey and to think out of the box. He was passionate about the food, drinks and other locations. He was amazing!!!!! Everything was absolutely perfect. When you go, ask for him as a server!“
“Great atmosphere, great service, and great food! My wife and I met three other couples for dinner here for our first time ar Agios. Im glad this place was selected! Let's start with the fantastic clam chowder, which I would highly recommend getting for an appetizer! I just wish they offered this in a bowl instead of a cup as It's too damn good to just have a cup! This is the best clam chowder that I've ever experienced! Someone ordered some nice bottles of cabs for dinner, which I downed with my bread and calamari dishes! Every time I set my cup of water down, it was quickly refilled by the fabulous Lucio! The main course was the house made lobster ravioli......this was unbelievable! I had to get another bread basket to soak the delicious leftover sauce from the ravioli. A couple of my buddies got the lamb shanks, which looked like it was cut from the Fred Flintstone era. These were humongous! I had a great cup of coffee to settle my stomach down. Our waitress was fantastic, always attentive and prompt with her appearance. If you are looking for an Italian restaurant in Palantine, stop over at Agios! I don't give 5 stars often, but this place earns and deserves it!“
“The food was delicious and the portions were fairly large. The bread, served with the olive tapenade was awesome. We had the Fried Calamari, delicious! I had the Linguine Pescatore. The shrimp, mussels, clams and scallops that came on that were really good and they were huge! The Dirty Martini with blue cheese olives was spot on. The service was a bit scattered the night we were there. It was super busy so kind of understand that. All in all, a great experience.“
“The food was delicious. I got confused when the waitress asked if we wanted an appetizer and we said no thank you. Later the Maitre D' thanked us for coming back and said sorry you didn't take the offer for a free appetizer. I said, oh, I didn't know it was free even. He then said, we'll give you a dessert of choice. When it was time for the dessert, which was supposed to come with our meal, the waitress said, no, you get an upgrade. I think that was a little off from what I heard. Regardless, the food we had was excellent!“
“Zin is a place that we don't visit often. The food is decent enough, but an extremely limited menu. The service was slow on a night where it wasn't very crowded, and I would say our meals were above average but definitely not something that I would recommend as a must go to. It's a decent place to meet friends for a cocktail maybe a couple of appetizers really more than anything else.“