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- TTerryvipSeattle / Eastern Washington •43 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoGreat choice. Every dish was top level, well imagined and expertly crafted. I highly recommend aba.More infoAba - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• West Loop•4.8
- GGeorgevipChicago / Illinois •6 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoIncredible as always. Perfect service and unbelievable foodMore infoRose MaryPrice: Expensive• Croatian• West Loop•4.7
- KKenvipChicago / Illinois •72 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoI cannot count the number of visits we've had to The Girl and the Goat, but it continues to be a favorite for both personal and professional dining. I brought three colleagues, who have never been, to the restaurant for dinner. One diner is vegetarian, but there are menu offerings and options available to provide them with enough to eat. All three were quite impressed with the food. My only complaint would be our table was right next to the kitchen, which can be loud. However, we made due, and had an enjoyable meal. Service is always very good, and the cocktails are fun. If you're interested in dining, make sure you book way ahead, as there is almost no chance to get a table day of.More infoGirl & the GoatPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• West Loop•4.8
- SSeanvipChicago / Illinois •10 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoWe’ve been hesitant to visit the Walnut Room due to food allergies but decided to give it a try. From the moment we sat down, Jesus, our waiter, was so attentive. He noticed our allergen card in the table and immediately addressed it, letting us know he find out anything we needed to know and would talk to the chef personally to see what our son could eat. We’ve always wanted to visit this beautiful restaurant but never did out of fear of allergies. But Jesus helped to make this experience amazing for our whole family. Thank you for taking the time to understand our allergies and walk us through the menu. It was a great start to the holiday season. We will be back again!More infoThe Walnut Room - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Loop•4.7
- EEzgiMiami - Dade •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoHad an amazing dining experience at Portofino today! The food was absolutely delicious, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The service was attentive and friendly, making the experience even better. I highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely return!More infoPizzeria PortofinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)•4.7
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