Erwin (closed)

Lincoln Park
2925 North Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 528-7200
Website
Premiered

American dining with a fresh, seasonal approach.

Colleen Karsted
Chef Instructor,

Colleen recommended Erwin and says it's a great all round experience.

Colleen recommends:
Erwin (closed)

Greg Standinger
Pastor,

Greg says the food was excellent, but because he didn't pare his meal with wine, thought it was missing something.

Greg recommends:
Meson Sabika

Adam Berlanga
Automotive Marketer,

Adam loved the recommended entree, and will definitely be back.

Adam recommends:
Flo

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Cuisine
American
Price Range
Attire
Takeout
Delivery
Outdoor Seating

Season 13 - Episode 12 (Full Show)

Host Catherine De Orio welcomes guest reviewers Lucy Fang, John Rekoumis, and Michael Beetley who weigh in on Chicago area eateries Vito & Nick’s, Psistaria, and Owen & Engine.

302 West (closed)

302 W. State St.
Geneva, IL 60134
(630) 232-9302
Website
Premiered

Jamie Ayukawa
Bartender, Chicago

Jamie recommended 302 West and says it's the perfect blend of food, service, and location.

Jamie recommends:
302 West (closed)

Jonathan Bean
Locksmith,

Jonathan found the food superb, but thought it was a bit pricey.

Jonathan recommends:
Pizza D.O.C. (closed)

Traci Pucci
Salon Owner,

Traci had a great dinner and enjoyed the quaint small town feel in Geneva.

Traci recommends:
Opera (closed)

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Takeout
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Outdoor Seating

Savoy Truffle (closed)

Bucktown
2728 W. Armitage Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 772-7530
Website
Premiered

Six-course prix-fixe menu.

Suzanne Martinez
Real Estate Executive, Chicago

Suzanne recommended Savoy Truffle because it's just such a unique, fun atmosphere.

Suzanne recommends:
Suzanne Martinez

Scott Atkinson
Municipal Bond Trader,

Scott said it is such a unique experience at Savoy Truffle that everyone should try it.

Scott recommends:
Gabriel's (closed)

Lauren Romeo
Student,

Lauren was impressed by having the chef both cook and serve you, like having a home-cooked meal.

Lauren recommends:
Las Palmas (CLOSED)

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Cuisine
French
Price Range
Attire
Takeout
Delivery
Outdoor Seating

Season 13 - Episode 3 (Full Show)

Check, Please! host Catherine De Orio welcomes guest reviewers Martha Drouet, James Winston, and Rose Dante, who weigh in on Chicago area eateries Lockdown (Humboldt Park), Kingsbury St. Café (Near North Side), and The Portage (Portage Park).

Tiparos

Old Town
1540 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 712-9900
Website
Premiered

Tiparos has served authentic Thai cuisine for fifteen years, enticing diners with delicious entrees, homemade desserts and prompt service in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Nate Berkus
Interior Designer,

Nate recommended Tiparos because it's fresh food in a clean setting.

Nate recommends:
Nate Berkus

Lynn Kaladjian
Marketing Executive,

Lynn said the food was healthy, fresh, and served in perfect portions.

Lynn recommends:
Lynn Kaladjian

B.J. Clifford
Waiter,

B.J. said he loves spicey Thai food, but Tiparos did not deliver that heat factor.

B.J. recommends:
Lutz Continental Cafe

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Hours
Sunday - Thursday: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Cuisine
Thai
Menu
http://users.rcn.com/tiparosthai/full-menu.pdf
Price Range
$$$ ($16 - $25)
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No

Genesee Depot (closed)

3736 N. Broadway
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 528-6990
Website
Premiered

Weathered, homey Wrigleyville spot serves up comfort food with eastern European flair.

Kocoa Scott-Winbush
Chef,

Kocoa recommended Genesee Depot because the food is delicious and always consistent.

Kocoa recommends:
Genesee Depot (closed)

Tom Kalicki
Paramedic,

Tom said the Polish food was authentic and just like his grandmother used to make.

Tom recommends:
Sally's Waffle and Pancake House (closed)

Dennis DeBondt
Magician,

Dennis loved the menu that featured unique items that were not your typical fare.

Dennis recommends:
Gibsons

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Takeout
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Timo (closed)

River West
464 N. Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 226-4300
Website
Premiered

Contemporary French cuisine is served in an small, eclectic dining room.

Ces Lopez
Bakery Manager, Chicago

Ces recommends Timo for the best risotto in the city.

Ces recommends:
Timo (closed)

Sarah Traan
Small business Owner,

Sarah was not impressed with her meal and would not recommend it.

Sarah recommends:
Tanoshii

Peter Pawinski
Wedding Photojournalist,

Peter like the atmosphere of the outdoor seating and would return.

Peter recommends:
Xni-Pec de Yucatan (closed)

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Hours
Tue-Thu 5:30pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 5:30pm-11:30pm; Sun 5pm-9pm
Cuisine
French
Price Range
$$$$ ($26 - $30)
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes

Speakeasy Supper Club (closed)

1401 W. Devon Ave.
Chicago, IL 60648
(773) 338-0600
Website
Premiered

The menu offering tapas-sized portions, including appetizers such as mussels, escargot and crabcakes, as well as dishes like beef tenderloin and lamb chops with Cajun sweet potatoes.

Harsh Jawharkar
MBA Student, Chicago

Harsh recommended Speakeasy Supper Club and says it takes you back to an era long forgotten.

Harsh recommends:
Speakeasy Supper Club (closed)

Morgan Peacock
Event Planner,

Morgan recommends:
Saloon Steakhouse (closed)

Richard Wenzel
Pharmacist,

Richard recommends:
Chowpatti (closed)

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Takeout
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Outdoor Seating

Atlantique (closed)

5101 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60648
(773) 275-9191
Website
Premiered

Asian influences abound on the ever-changing menu, as do unusual pairings such as seared scallops with foie gras or veal sweetbreads with scallop-lobster ravioli.

Judy Wallenstein
Camp Director, Chicago

Judy recommended Atlantique and says it hits all of her senses the moment she walks in.

Judy recommends:
Atlantique (closed)

Walter Burnett Jr.
Alderman,

Walter says that the attention you get at Atlantique is very special and the food is delicious.

Walter recommends:
Wishbone (closed)

Robert Falls
Theatre Director,

Robert says Atlantique is a great find and he'd recommend it to anyone.

Robert recommends:
Le Bouchon

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Cuisine
Seafood
Price Range
Attire
Takeout
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
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