The ANNEX Restaurant & Lounge

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   Subha

   Chicago5 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Good service and good food. I liked the chicken rice soup.
   

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   Sheila

   Chicago3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The food was delicious, and the service was wonderful. Would definitely dine there again.
   

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   Jason

   Chicago15 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing wait staff, very fun and attentive. Great fillet and very good drinks.
   

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   Beverly

   Chicago96 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   What a hidden gem this turned out to be! We have passed by so many times and never thought to try it out, but this time I’m so glad that we did! Everything was excellent….food, service, atmosphere, and the recommendations from Sara, our server. We will definitely go back….and bring friends!
   

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   Joe

   San Joaquin1 review

   5.0

   Dined on February 12, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Joe from Fresno said they were incredibly helpful staff. The restaurant was great and I will definitely visit again next time I pass through town.
   

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   Jeff

   Chicago3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was my first visit to The ANNEX and will not be my last. I cannot say enough good things about the experience. My company located in Elgin on Randall Road was entertaining for the first time a prospective business colleague and we desired to impress him. Therefore, it was a bit of a risk having not eaten at The ANNEX previously. One of the more unique aspects is that there was a place for a request when making a reservation and I respectfully requested an ideal table arrangement to allow good conversation between all in a party of 8. Chloe and her colleagues arranged the tables in a square shape with 2 on each side and it worked out splendidly. Listening is a huge part of a successful business so kudos to The ANNEX for listening and catering to our request. The service (also Chloe) was superb, very attentive, very genuine. The food was fantastic. I personally had the 'special' short rib, which is going to be a regular on the menu moving forward. Fantastic! I am breaking one of my personal rules by sending this review. When I find a place (any type of place) that I love I do not want to ruin it by having EVERYONE know. I know it sounds selfish, but I will tell my closest friends and ask them to keep it to themselves. In this case, I simply owe it to Chloe etal to make their excellence known just like all of the reviews that led me to try it out on an important night for our company. Thanks again and we look forward to our next visit. I strongly recommend The ANNEX for your next fine restaurant experience. Everyone was friendly and down to earth while providing a 'best in class' meal and service.
   

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   Kristin

   Greater Boston2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on February 9, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Food was ok but service was horrible. It took 20 minutes to get our drinks. We were forgotten about after that for at least 30 minutes because our server was pulled to go bartend and nobody told us or gave us a new server until we flagged someone down and asked. It took then an additional 30-40 minutes to get our food. What should have been a 90 minute to 120 min dinner, was over 3 hours.
   

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   Joanne VIP

   Chicago48 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 3, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We dined on a Sunday night and it was not crowded. Food was perfectly prepared, the drinks as well, service was attentive, and we intend on returning. This was our first time here and won’t be our last.
   

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   Jeff

   Chicago3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on January 25, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Decent atmosphere and our food was good, but they definitely need to hire more experienced wait staff and have a manager out on the floor.
   

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    melissa VIP

    Chicago5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2

    Food was incredible. Loved every bite. A bit pricey but worth it. Ambiance is nicer than youll think inside , judging from the location and signage.  However, ambience can be much improved with a little bit of music, a door or curtain closing off the kitchen and work area, and better signage and curb appeal. Needs more polished touches to match the elevated cuisine. Still - I’ll be returning for the delectable salmon!
    

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