Best Casual Restaurants in Washington Park

We always have the best time when we come to this restaurant. I make a point to bring my family here every year that I come home from out of state. The food and the service are outstanding, and the intimate environment feels so cozy and inviting.

We had a wonderful experience at Mister Oso. Five of us ate family style, and we enjoyed the happy hour nachos, guacamole, and queso followed by the deconstructed duck, chicken, and pork tacos. We also had various margaritas and one agua fresca. Every single dish was delicious. The fresh ingredients, smoky meats, and complex sauces elevate dishes above ordinary. Service was solid, too, from the charming and helpful hostess to our knowledgable and friendly server to the swift and skilled kitchen staff. We will be back!

This was our first time at Stellar Jay, and we were delighted with everything. Our server Preston was very gracious and attentive - he had a wonderful sense of how we wanted to be served. The manager Rhea (we had met before during a tour of the Populus, which they run on Thursdays) came over to say hello - she was lovely and calm. This beautiful restaurant was nearly full on a Monday night. The food was fantastic - the two of us split an appetizer (mushroom tempura), entree (steak skewers) and vegetable (beets). Everything was delicious. We were surprised at how big the portions were and ended up taking leftovers home, which the staff not only kindly boxed but labeled and bagged.

Enjoyed sharing two vegetables and one salad amongst the four of us. We then had an entree each and shared dessert. Wonderful combinations of tastes!

It's been quite some time since I've had a flawless dining experience, but this restaurant truly delivered a 10/10! From the delectable food to the impeccable service, everything was spot on. Colin, our server, went above and beyond to ensure we had a fantastic evening. He expertly split our entrée and our tab, making it the perfect hassle-free girls' night out. We can't wait to return and soak up the summer vibes!