Hidden Gems in Loop

“The quality of the meat truly stands out. Beautifully marbled cuts, impeccably fresh, and seasoned with a subtlety that lets the ingredients speak for themselves.”

“Phil was a great and attentive waiter. He made sure we were always being helped and was quick to deliver.”

“I’ve been a frequent visitor for a long time and always had great experiences with every server that they’ve all been consistently professional and friendly.”

“Honestly, this place is amazing. We got the queen tea service with both savories and sweets for $69 and it was stellar.”

“The food was delicious. Reminded me of the traditional dishes my grandma used to cook.”

“Honestly had the most amazing experience. I went in on a whim with my bestie.”

“Really fast service which is perfect for work”

“This has simplified my lunches. So fast and consistent”

“Staff went above and beyond - super friendly”

“Located near Printer's Row in South Loop, this halal restaurant is a favorite perfect for quick lunches or late-night dinners.”

“The food is amazing specially the rice is delicious. Literally makes me remember my childhood days of Saudi Arabia.”

“This place opened last week. Very easy to order with a simple but delicious menu.”

“Took over 45 minutes for 4 people's orders”

“You get price is unreal”

“I had the grilled half chicken, and it was amazing fresh, juicy, and full of flavor.”

“I do recommend Chicken Planet as it's located to various businesses in downtown Chicago.”

“This place really won me over. The first time that discovered it, there was hardly anyone inside”

“I got the medium heat level crimson chicken sandwich and it was 10/10. Flavourful, juicy, and good spice.”

“I tasted the fried chicken at Crimson Coward in LA six months ago and have been a fan of it ever since because it's juicy and delicious.”

“Such a shame about the parking since we had to eat in the car, but with that aside, the food was awesome!”

“These are some of the best breakfast sandwiches I have ever had!! The fluffy eggs, creamy & plentiful avacado all between a buttery brioche thick toast was perfect.”

“This was the best egg sandwhich of my life, and I don't say that lightly!”

“Very expensive but a delicious breakfast stop for some savory egg toast.”

“Best falafel ever! All the food is fresh and the hummus is extremely smooth.”

“The mushroom hummus is incredible, the falafel is the best, and the charred eggplant is impossible to stop eating.”

“Would absolutely go again and take the family. Delicious 😋”

“Their sandwiches, made with fresh artisan breads, are packed with high-quality ingredients that bring out incredible flavors.”

“It’s set up cafeteria-style: you order at the counter, food’s made fresh in front of you, and you pay when you’re done.”

“I got bread with my meal (already eaten!) and everything hit the spot.”

“Alex at the register is personable and efficient, and the other team members like Fiona and Nicole always deliver with perfect portions and fresh ingredients.”

“Fiona was very pleasant, knowledgeable and accommodating! She made it very wonderful experience for me!”

“This is my go-to place/location for fresh, delicious and healthy salads in the Loop.”

“If you're visiting Chi and staying on the loop, this is your perfect place for deep dish.”

“Hannah was an amazing waitress very attentive to our needs and made excellent recommendations.”

“This place was awesome. Perfect pub/restaurant. Food was phenomenal. Location great. Service outstanding.”

“Phillip, our server, was attentive and really seemed to care that we had a wonderful time.”

“The Chicken Piccata and the Arancini were truly the best we have ever had.”

“Party hearty vehicles on Michigan Avenue with full bass will drown out all conversation, and there's no way to defend against 🤣”

“Ramen broth was the best I've ever had”

“Calming music made it all the better”

“Chill and attentive service, good location”

“Consistent spot for Italian Beefs and Chicago dogs”

“It was fairly quiet, right before the lunch time busyness”

“Service was quick, there was almost no waiting time”

“The staff were great listeners with helping us choose which food items would work best for us!”

“I ordered the lobster roll, and it genuinely rivals any lobster roll you’d find in New England - fresh, perfectly prepared, and loaded with flavor.”

“Happy to have caught their happy hour today, 4-6pm. Got to try more of their dishes and all great!”

“Simon was the best server we have ever had. He was super attentive and charming, he made the whole experience amazing.”

“The French onion soup is the star of the show and honestly rivals the best I’ve had in Paris.”

“Best Burger! Best Snails! Best onion soup! Best service i had in a while!”

“This is our third time going there and I still say they have the best pizza”

“The restaurant is very clean and the food is delicious”

“We were seated in about one minute, which was impressive”

“My partner got the four cheese ravioli and house salad. She noted the salad was well-organized, not drowned in dressing, and had perfect cuts.”

“Our waiter, El, was excellent - friendly, attentive, and genuinely made us feel welcome from the moment we sat down.”

“This is our first day in Chicago and i think this was my favorite stop so far!”

“Beautiful decor and design - both inside and out. A great rooftop for a fun happy hour or weekly evening cocktail.”

“The food was outstanding, with the steak and duck sausage being absolute must-tries.”

“Zared was our server and Cody was our bartender. They both were outstanding!”

“Christopher stands out as an excellent employee. His motivation, energy, and dedication to outstanding service set a high standard that others could follow.”

“My husband got the Coq au Vin, which was amazing.”

“I haven’t been to the Gage, or Chicago, for over a decade. I was extremely happy to see it hasn’t lost its touch.”

“I had the pleasure of meeting Kate and Colleen, whom were phenomenal in their service, the food was sold delicious.”

“Talk about love at first bite! I tried the lobster roll flight and my tastebuds literally went on a flight because I've never had such delicious lobster in Chicago!”

“Such a cool place. The food looked and smelled amazing. The vibe of the restaurant was amazing and the staff are some of the coolest people.”

“Our stop was for convenience. They just have the perfect location to over charge for food & drinks.”

“Hadassah provided fantastic service, and we were quickly seated with a gorgeous view of the skating rink.”

“Emily is genuinely the most amazing person I have ever! Give her a well deserved raise!!”

“Absolutely loved Elephant & Castle! The chicken pot pie was incredibly flavorful - perfectly baked and full of comfort - and the house salad was fresh and delicious.”

“Krista and Laura were around and clearly run things well. Super friendly, approachable, and everything just felt smooth without trying too hard.”

“Been here on a couple of occasions and it was a well run establishment. Tonight however is a different story.”

“I really loved the lychee martini and the lava cake.”

“Niu B was conveniently located near my hotel on the corner of S Michigan Ave and E 9th Street.”

“We have been there three times in 4 days and it was delicious everytime.”

“We went for Christmas Eve dinner with family and had an outstanding experience.”

“The best ribeye in the world so far! Highly recommended!”

“Our waiter Abraham had very little interest in us and only checked in to take away dishes.”

“Francesco was our amazing waiter. When he found out we had lived in Italy, we had great conversations!”

“Sofi is that perfect mix of cozy and upscale - ideal for a date night or just treating yourself.”

“What a fabulous meal, al fresco, in Chicago. Wonderfully attentive staff, full of conversation, and terrific high-end Italian cuisine to boot.”

“And the cleanliness and cleanliness is FANTASTIC! Please keep up the great work and know that we really appreciate all that you do!”

“One of my favorite spots to head for lunch even though it is a long walk for me.”

“I ordered the Thanksgiving Dinner package this year and my family loved it all!!”

“Aaron and John were awesome. Had the Burger it was so good. The truffle fries are my new favorite”

“$35 for a burger and mozzarella sticks is outrageous but honestly the burger was amazing and the mozzarella sticks were good too.”

“Excellent dog (German Shepherd Dog) at a reasonable price in a food court atmosphere.”

“This was the best lunch spot, had the hummus and also the steak schwarma- not to miss!!”

“This is probably one of my favorite restaurants in The Loop, if not all Chicago.”

“I didn’t realize it was like a Mediterranean subway until I walked in lol but they were quick and helpful at getting me the right sandwich!”

“The mimosas were excellent and the food, salmon eggs Benedict were fenominal.”

“The server kept dodging us, and whenever I asked her, she would say she will get it and she would not comeback for 5 mins.”

“However, I was less impressed with the sausage breakfast sandwich on my second visit, as the sausage had a slightly sour taste.”

“The atmosphere was great, nice vibes, the drinks were flowing and the server Andrea was AMAZING!!!”

“It was really loud there for no particular reason and at one point someone raised the volume higher of the music.”

“The menu is not what is shown on their website. Very limited in food and they didn't have certain liquor as well.”

“Our server, Blake, was very attentive and kind. He always aimed to make it right and did his best to make sure we were happy.”

“The food here is surprisingly good for a hotel restaurant? We went back twice on our trip because the salmon was that delicious!”

“The atmosphere is lively and atmospheric, perfect for an evening with friends or a romantic date.”

“The chicken had a perfect char that locked in the juices and gave it a deep, smoky flavor.”

“The burger is worth the hype, little more pink on the meat would have been welcomed but didn’t take away from the flavor.”

“They say that the bar revolves (I presume its the carousel at the circular bar area) but it wasnt in motion.”

“Sebastian, the manager, handled a few very minor issues immediately and professionally, and kept checking on our table to make sure everything was perfect.”

“The steak was cooked perfectly and packed with flavour, and the side dishes were delicious, though there was far too much for us to finish.”

“Lighting was romantic and the music was perfect steakhouse music and thankfully NOT blaring!”

“The French fries were outstanding, though the burger patty was a bit under-seasoned.”

“They were also showing a rerun of an AFC divisional game on NFL Network, while the Big Ten Championship was happening?”

“The ambiance and atmosphere is great. Very elegant and great for a fancy dinner out.”