Montarra Grill

Algonquin
1491 S Randall Rd.
Algonquin, IL 60102
(847) 458‐ 0505
Website
Premiered

For the Northwest suburbs, Montarra Grill is a hidden gem with a downtown feel. It serves Contemporary American cuisine with top notch service.

Angelique Salib
Attorney, Inverness

Angelique recommends it for being a truly hidden gem with a thoughtful menu.

Angelique recommends:
Montarra Grill

Victoria Slone
Personal Trainer, Chicago

Victoria appreciated the attentive service and the beautiful atmosphere.

Victoria recommends:
Kal’ish

Luke Pyzik
Teacher, Chicago

Luke had a great experience and couldn’t get enough of the french onion soup.

Luke recommends:
Quiote (closed)

details

Hours
Tues‐Thurs 4‐9pm, Fri‐Sat 4‐10pm, Sun 4‐9pm
Cuisine
New American
Menu
Menupages.com
Price Range
$$$$$ ($31 & up)
Reservations
https://www.opentable.com/r/montarra-algonquin
Reservations Link
Open Table
Attire
Dressy
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
No

Quiote (closed)

Logan Square
2456 N California Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
(312) 878 ‐8571
Website
Premiered

Quiote boasts an inventive menu and colorful Mexican cuisine. Don’t forget to make your way to the basement to stop in to Mezcaleria.

Luke Pyzik
Teacher, Chicago

Luke recommends it for versatile Mexican experience with delicious cuisine.

Luke recommends:
Quiote (closed)

Victoria Slone
Personal Trainer, Chicago

Victoria thought the food was good with a fun atmosphere, but would skip the margaritas.

Victoria recommends:
Kal’ish

Angelique Salib
Attorney, Inverness

Angelique enjoyed the brunch selections and will go back for dinner.

Angelique recommends:
Montarra Grill

details

Hours
Brunch Sat‐Sun 10am‐2:30pm, Dinner Wed‐Monday 5pm‐2am
Cuisine
Mexican
Menu
Menupages.com
Price Range
$$$$$ ($31 & up)
Reservations
https://www.opentable.com/r/quiote-chicago
Reservations Link
Open Table
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes

Kal’ish

Sheridan Park
1313 W Wilson Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 293‐7768
Website
Premiered

Kal’ish is an all vegan, plant-based restaurant that aims to create a dining experience that is good for the body and environment.

Victoria Slone
Personal Trainer, Chicago

Victoria recommends it for the creative quick service vegan cuisine.

Victoria recommends:
Kal’ish

Angelique Salib
Attorney, Inverness

Angelique liked that it was approachable and loved the desserts.

Angelique recommends:
Montarra Grill

Luke Pyzik
Teacher, Chicago

Luke thought the vegan take on classic comfort food was spot on.

Luke recommends:
Quiote (closed)

details

Hours
Brunch Sat‐Sun 10am‐2:30pm, Dinner Wed‐Monday 5pm‐2am
Cuisine
Mexican
Menu
Menupages.com
Price Range
$$$$$ ($31 & up)
Reservations
https://www.opentable.com/r/quiote-chicago
Reservations Link
Open Table
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes

Bacchanalia

Heart of Italy
2413 S Oakley Avenue
Chicago, IL 60608
(773) 254 ‐6555
Website
Premiered

This family run Italian restaurant is serving up the classics in a homey, old school atmosphere. Bacchanalia has been open for almost 40 years, and its customers are considered family.

Michael Lis
New Car Delivery Specialist, Mount Prospect

Michael recommends it for the old school personality and familiar flavors.

Michael recommends:
Bacchanalia

Andrew McKone
Violin Sales Director, Chicago

Andrew loved the nostalgic feel and the delicious food.

Andrew recommends:
Half Acre Balmoral Tap Room

Lesley Pinckney
SVP Digital and Social, Chicago

Lesley said the homey atmosphere and good food took her right back to Little Italy.

Lesley recommends:
Naoki Sushi (CLOSED)

details

Hours
Mon‐Tues 3‐9pm, Wed‐Thurs 11am‐9pm, Fri 11am‐9:30pm, Sat 4‐ 10pm, Sun 3‐8:30pm
Cuisine
Italian
Menu
See website
Price Range
$$$$ ($26 - $30)
Reservations Link
OpenTable
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No

Half Acre Balmoral Tap Room

Bowmanville
2050 W. Balmoral Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
(773)754‐ 8488
Website
Premiered

Half Acre may be known for their beers, but they’re also serving up some creative cuisine. At the Balmoral Tap Room, the menu changes based on what day you go. It varies from pizza to brisket to ramen.

Andrew McKone
Violin Sales Director, Chicago

Andrew recommends it for a good meal, a great beer and a fun atmosphere.

Andrew recommends:
Half Acre Balmoral Tap Room

Michael Lis
New Car Delivery Specialist, Mount Prospect

Michael had a rough start with a limited menu and late opening.

Michael recommends:
Bacchanalia

Lesley Pinckney
SVP Digital and Social, Chicago

Lesley appreciated the attentive service and the adventurous menu.

Lesley recommends:
Naoki Sushi (CLOSED)

details

Hours
Tues 4‐10pm, Wed‐Thurs 4‐11pm, Fri‐Sat 11am‐12am, Sun 10am‐10pm
Cuisine
American
Menu
See website
Price Range
$$$ ($16 - $25)
Attire
Casual
Takeout
No
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes

Naoki Sushi (CLOSED)

Lincoln Park
2300 N Lincoln Park W Suite N
Chicago, IL 60614
(773)868‐0002
Website
Premiered

Naoki Sushi is truly hidden gem serving a mix of classic and contemporary Japanese cuisine. You can enjoy a special Omakase or the famous fried chicken.

Lesley Pinckney
SVP Digital and Social, Chicago

Lesley recommends it for the great attention to detail and the freshest ingredients.

Lesley recommends:
Naoki Sushi (CLOSED)

Andrew McKone
Violin Sales Director, Chicago

Andrew enjoyed the creative cocktails but thought the maki was a miss.

Andrew recommends:
Half Acre Balmoral Tap Room

Michael Lis
New Car Delivery Specialist, Mount Prospect

Michael appreciated the high quality food and the delicious fried chicken.

Michael recommends:
Bacchanalia

details

Hours
Mon‐Thurs 5:30‐9pm, Fri‐Sat 5:30‐10pm, Sunday 5pm‐9pm
Cuisine
Sushi
Menu
See website
Price Range
$$$$$ ($31 & up)
Reservations Link
OpenTable
Attire
Dressy
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
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