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4.3
Awesome(734)
$$$$
• Southern • South Side
Booked 25 times today
The food, service, and ambience was fantastic!! Everything we ordered was seasoned well (not salty. But seasoned). And the team (from the hostess to the busboys) were fantastic. I will be back!
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4.3
Awesome(1323)
$$$$
• Southern • River North (Chicago)
Booked 55 times today
Beautiful time! Live music was great. The food was even better.
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4.6
Exceptional(1760)
$$$$
• Southern • River North (Chicago)
Booked 38 times today
Really great breakfast. The scrambled eggs were fluffy and buttery, biscuits were delicious. Really enjoyed our breakfast.
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4.2
Awesome(4211)
$$$$
• Southern • River North (Chicago)
Booked 151 times today
Really great experience compared to the first time I visited the establishment when it was at the former location.
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4.6
Exceptional(1294)
$$$$
• Southern • Downtown / Loop
Booked 4 times today
South Branch is always a wonderful experience! We often choose it for special occasions and office lunches. This place has that perfect combination of great food, a welcoming atmosphere, and attentive service. Not to mention the location! Everything felt effortless, from the moment we arrived - we had a reservation for six, and table was ready for us, to the moment we left. It's the kind of place that makes every outing feel a little special! Highly recommend! Kate --- Focus Construction.
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4.5
Awesome(2826)
$$$$
• Southern • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 72 times today
Lamb chops were fabulous! Nice to be able to hear yourself talk!
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4.8
Exceptional(2271)
$$$$
• Southern • Hyde Park
Booked 91 times today
Top tier everything. The vibes, the community, the energy was the best.
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4.4
Awesome(930)
$$$$
• Southern • Hyde Park
Booked 101 times today
Delicious meal with excellent service and great drinks.
A photo of The Evie restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1556)
$$$$
• Southern • River North (Chicago)
Booked 91 times today
We went late evening. Busy and had to wait for a bit. Food was excellent. Fish sandwich was amazing as was burger. Great wait person. Would definitely go back for great food and pleasant ambience.
A photo of Buffalo Wild Wings - Merrillville restaurant
4.3
Awesome(0)
$$$$
• Southern • Valparaiso, IN
Since 1982, Buffalo Wild Wings® (or B-Dubs® as our friends call us) has been the ultimate place to watch the game, have a cold beer and eat some great food. At Buffalo Wild Wings, you can always feel comfortable pulling some tables together with your friends and staying as long as you want.

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