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The food is well-regarded for its first-rate flavor, freshness, and authentic Mediterranean and Turkish preparations, with many dishes highlighted as standouts.

“Food was outstanding”

Service is frequently described as attentive, friendly, kind, and professional, with staff often going above and beyond to enhance the dining experience.

“Service was great”

The atmosphere is consistently lauded as elegant, cozy, inviting, and beautifully designed, creating a sophisticated yet unpretentious ambiance.

“Ambiance is lovely”

While most reviews do not explicitly discuss price, the general feeling suggests good value, with some mentioning reasonable prices for the quality and portion sizes.

“Very reasonable price”

The Balkan cuisine is generally known for its fresh ingredients, rich flavors, and authentic preparation, with many dishes described as outstanding. However, some diners found certain dishes to be overly salty or inconsistent in quality.

“Everything we tried was very good.”

Service is consistently highlighted as a major strength, with staff frequently described as friendly, attentive, hospitable, and knowledgeable, contributing significantly to a positive dining experience.

“Service was just phenomenal.”

The restaurant's atmosphere is frequently described as warm, vibrant, stylish, and inviting, making it suitable for various occasions from casual dates to celebrations.

“Warm, vibrant. The space feels intimate yet buzzing”

The unlimited small plates concept, particularly at lunch and dinner prices, is widely considered first-rate value, offering a generous amount of high-quality food for the cost.

“Totally worth it, especially at lunch prices!”

The food is generally known for being delicious, authentic Italian, and made with fresh ingredients, though some diners found certain dishes bland or overcooked.

“The food was incredible”

Service is consistently highlighted as outstanding, with staff described as attentive, friendly, accommodating, and going above and beyond, particularly for events.

“Service was absolutely phenomenal”

The atmosphere is frequently described as cozy, warm, quaint, and classic Italian, making it suitable for various occasions.

“Very welcoming/cozy vibe”

While most find the value good, a few diners mention feeling dishes were overpriced for the quality or that there were unexpected charges for soup/salad.

“Overpriced tasteless manhattan”

The tapas-style Spanish cuisine is generally well-received, with many dishes known for their flavor and quality. Standouts include chorizo-wrapped dates, patatas bravas, scallops, and Brussels sprouts. However, some diners found certain dishes to be inconsistent or overpriced.

“Everything was delicious”

Service is consistently highlighted as a strong point, with numerous staff members recognized for their attentiveness, friendliness, and helpful recommendations. Many reviews specifically mention servers by name.

“Personable and efficient”

The restaurant is frequently described as having a lively, fun, and intimate atmosphere, making it suitable for various occasions from dates to group outings.

“Nice vibe to the restaurant”

Diners often find the tapas pricing to be on the higher side, with some feeling portions are small for the cost. However, happy hour specials and the overall quality of food can mitigate this concern for some.

“Significantly overpriced for its quality”

Senegalese cuisine executed with fresh ingredients, authentic technique, and strong flavor. Well-regarded for specific dishes (yassa, mafé, dibi, thiakry) as homemade-quality with vibrant seasoning. Portions are generous and paired sides allow exploration of menu.

“The food is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully authentic”

Staff attentive and knowledgeable, with owner frequently present engaging diners. Service-paced appropriately without hovering. One documented complaint about server refusing French fries (policy enforcement), which owner acknowledged with apology, though tension remains around dietary autonomy.

“Great service and great atmosphere”

Atmosphere described as warm, cozy, welcoming, and conducive to conversation. Senegalese music and decor contribute to cultural authenticity. Multiple diners note it as suitable for both casual and social occasions. One recent diner noted 'surprisingly quiet' despite food quality.

“Warm and welcoming atmosphere”

Pricing perceived as reasonable to good relative to portion size and quality. Entrees come with two sides, encouraging sharing and value-per-dollar perception. No complaints about pricing or hidden fees. One diner specifically noted 'price is very reasonable for how much food you get.'

“Good amount of food for a very good price”

The food is well-regarded for its authentic, rich, and flavorful Afghan cuisine, with many dishes like kebabs, pulao, and karahi highlighted for their perfect preparation and fresh ingredients.

“The kababs in particular were juicy and cooked to perfection.”

Service is frequently described as friendly, attentive, outstanding, and welcoming, with staff often going above and beyond to assist diners.

“Service was friendly and attentive”

The atmosphere is noted as warm, inviting, pleasant, and authentic, with some mentioning traditional seating arrangements.

“The ambience was warm and …”

Diners find the food to be amazing for the price, with generous portions and reasonable costs for high-quality, authentic dishes.

“Amazing food for the price.”

The deep dish pizza is well-regarded for its delicious flavor, juicy cheese, and amazing tomato sauce, with many calling it the best they've ever had. The crust, often described as buttery or having a cornmeal base, is also a highlight. Gluten-free options are also well-received.

“It’s juicy, cheesy, and the tomato sauce flavor is amazing”

Service is frequently highlighted as outstanding, with many staff members named for their kindness, attentiveness, and professionalism. However, a few instances of inattentive or less friendly service have been noted.

“Amazing customer care. Fallon & Lev went above and beyond”

The atmosphere is generally described as nice, cozy, or welcoming, though mentioned the dining area needed redecoration.

“Nice atmosphere.”

While the food is generally considered delicious, some diners find the prices high for the portion sizes, with a few describing the experience as underwhelming or overpriced.

“Overpriced and underwhelming. It was just "okay."”

Food is generally described as good, with specific mentions of delicious pizza, burgers, and appetizers. Some diners note it as decent bar food, while others highlight fresh ingredients.

“Food was delicious - fresh”

Service is well-regarded as first-rate, friendly, and attentive, with many staff members and managers receiving specific commendations for going above and beyond, particularly for events.

“Went above and beyond to make sure”

The atmosphere is consistently described as lively, fun, and energetic, with a retro vibe, making it suitable for groups and celebrations.

“The energy is lively and fun”

Several diners found the establishment to be overpriced, with specific complaints about small portion sizes for fries and the overall cost of food and drinks.

“Definitely Overpriced”

The food is well-regarded for its outstanding quality, freshness, and authentic Mediterranean and Turkish flavors, with many dishes described as delicious, flavorful, and beautifully presented.

“Everything at Elia in Chicago was absolutely amazing.”

Service is frequently highlighted as outstanding, with staff members like Mustafa, Arzu, and Ebrar well-regarded for their attentiveness, kindness, knowledge, and hospitality, though some diners note inconsistent attentiveness.

“The staff are attentive and kind”

The atmosphere is consistently described as warm, welcoming, beautiful, modern, and elegant, making it suitable for various occasions from date nights to group celebrations.

“The atmosphere is warm and welcoming”

The all-you-can-eat specials and weekday lunch deals are frequently cited as first-rate value, offering generous portions and high quality for the price.

“Incredible bang for your buck”

The food is well-regarded for its deliciousness, generous portions, and fresh ingredients, with many dishes, particularly the pastrami and Reuben sandwiches, receiving high marks.

“Food was superb”

Service is generally described as friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, with several staff members highlighted by name for their outstanding care.

“Staff was friendly”

The atmosphere is a major draw, consistently described as a fun, vibrant, energetic, and nostalgic retro diner experience with great music.

“Vibe that is unmatched”

While prices are noted as being on the higher side for diner fare, the very generous portion sizes are frequently cited as making the value proposition solid.

“Portions were hefty”