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   MitchellG

   Jacksonville

   1 review

   vip
   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Had an amazing meal, Monica at the bar is one of the best in Chicago! Always awesome!

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2. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Houston

   1 review

   vip
   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Love love love 💕

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   PaulT

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall1food1service5ambience3

   Overpriced and salty food a le crate. You should just come here for the wine and set menu. Can michelin star be bought i start to wonder

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   TamaraS

   Chicago

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on August 12, 2022

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   Two of the dishes --the pasta and the mushroom corn--were overly salty, enough that we ate only half of each. Otherwise, the food was delicious.

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   RobertF

   Chicago

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on August 10, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Delightful food with good presentation and well paced. Exceeded our expectations.

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   TheCertifiedWino

   Charlotte

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on August 8, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   This was my third trip to Chicago in the past 6 months and each time I've had some amazing culinary experiences. My dinner at Elske, without a shadow of a doubt, has been the BEST meal I've had in the city thus far. From the texturally engaging Endive Salad to the intensely savory veloute on the Chicken dish, there wasn't a single miss. I chose my own 3-course adventure, but I'm already itching to experience the full summer tasting menu before the items switch-up for a fall refresh. As a hospitality professional, creating an inviting space is always my priority, and the team here did that from the moment I walked through the door. A full sensory experience that included the intangible warmth of hospitality as the sixth layer to an already perfected atmosphere. I highly, HIGHLY recommend Elske. You'll likely see me here again on my next visit, ha! -The Certified Wino

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on August 7, 2022

   overall4food4service4ambience4

   The venue was elegant and simple. Food came out quickly and well timed. Left feeling full, In terms of Michelin restaurants it’s one of the best values in Chicago. Wine pairing was great and great value. Food was good, however had higher expectations. It’s a good entry level restaurant into Michelin dining.

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   FVS2

   Chicago

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on August 6, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Unique and delicious dishes paired with wines that complement. Friendly and knowledgeable staff serve you in a cozy open air dining room and patio space complete with fireplace.

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   TheJ

   Portland

   2 reviews

   2.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on August 6, 2022

   overall2food2service2ambience4

   Elske may be passed it’s prime. Prior to the pandemic this was one of our favorite restaurants. It was our first time back in 2 1/2 years and the quality of the food and the service just were not as good. Dishes were less flavorful and the time between courses was too long. We finally cancelled the main course when it still hadn’t arrived 2 1/2 hours after we were seated. Some of the tables seemed to be served in a timely manner, others did not. No one likes to be rushed, but our wait was far too long. To their credit, they did comp our wine as an apology, but it is sad to leave a restaurant hungry.

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience3

    went because of restaurant having a michelin star service waitress didn’t explain the menu unless asked food lacks flavor the chicken thigh lacks flavor the steak has chewing gum texture, i have no idea how this restaurant received a michelin star i’m very confused left the restaurant without eating the entrees

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    julesk

    Denver

    7 reviews

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    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    the set menu with the wine pairing and the juice pairing! really amazing!

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    LaurentI

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great patio for a safe dinner outside. The smell of the fireplace could alter the smell of the dishes if you are too close. The tasting menu with the non alcoholic pairing is memorable. Good value for the price. Worth its one star Michelin.

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    Sara

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    One of the more memorable meals I've had in Chicago recently. Interesting flavors, textures and takes on dishes; excellent service and great vibes. The outside area is very cozy and charming.

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14. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food. Refreshingly different. Have not had Scandinavian food since a trip to Vanos in 2019.

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15. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on July 31, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    The food, service and atmosphere were wonderful, loved the fire expecially!

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    OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Every single dish from the gouda on crackers to the meringue was unforgettable and absolutely delicious. I cannot wait to return to try everything on their next menu. A beautiful date spot to celebrate. Our server was outstanding and so kind. I will be recommending this restaurant to many many people. Thank you

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    Mereleven

    Chicago

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had been to Elske a couple of times pre-pandemic and were excited to return. This time was our favorite visit so far. Everything was exquisite, from the food, to the wine, to the service. I am gluten sensitive and was happy that they were able to accommodate while still providing a lot of options since many restaurants narrow it down to just a couple of items. The gluten-free crackers served with the aged gouda were some of the best I've ever had--truly interesting and not the bland, dry wafers I'm usually served. My husband and I shared the charred leeks and I had the confit maitake with cornbread polenta while he had the grilled swordfish. Everything was interesting and well-balanced. We were too full for dessert so we enjoyed after-dinner drinks instead. Our server was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. This was one of the best dining experiences we've had in years.

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    Akaplan

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent food, excellent service. They went above and beyond to accommodate a special birthday request. Fantastic experience and will definitely be coming back!

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19. CG

    ChicagoGoldCoastFoodie

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Beautiful experience from beginning to end from the food, service, and atomsphere.

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    tablefortwo

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Delicious food with an amazing staff. Thank you for making my girlfriend and I's anniversary so special!

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    PeterH

    Nottingham

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    We had a lovely evening. The service was impeccable and the hosts were friendly and knowledgeable. We had the tasting menu, which was tasty. The wine pairing was excellent and fair value. Overall as an experience it was a great evening.

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    Novamatic

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    Wonderful food and an overall great experience. They accommodated dietary issues on the tasting menus and the food was delicious. The wine pairings were a bit inconsiderate (3 out of 5 were wonderful).

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    MattC

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Spent our last night in Chicago with the team at Elske. One of the best dining experiences we've had in 15 years. The summer menu was exceptional. A few of our favorites: Aged Gouda, Charred Leek, Salt Cured Anchovies, Grilled Swordfish & literally every dessert. David and Anna created a very special place at Elske.

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24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Celebrated my girlfriend’s belated birthday (had to cancel earlier due to Covid). But the whole experience was amazing, from the food to the service. The food options were extremely accomplished for my gfs dietary restrictions.

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    Jason

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    An excellent experience. Completely worth the hype.

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    Ekm72

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food was fantastic, one dish better than the next. Our server was very attentive and knowledgeable. The spot is quite nice; we will definitely be back.

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    Downtowner

    New Orleans

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Phenomenal food and service.

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    Arparp

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    The food, wine and service was amazing, please get comfortable chairs and stools

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29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful quiet restaurant tucked away! We were visiting from NYC and cannot wait to dine there again! Exquisite menu!

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    JennaL

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fantastic meal, service and ambiance. Don’t miss out on dessert!

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    DevonL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food at Elske was incredible—the perfect balance of interesting and classic. The cocktails were fantastic. The service was excellent. The ambiance was beautiful and cozy and calm. Perfect for date night, highly recommend the tasting menu.

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    Daniel

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our dinner at Elske was great as always. Focus on really good food with a very no-nonsense approach, laid-back, friendly service and no circus. Would recommend any day.

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    Kathy

    Chicago

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food and service were outstanding without being pretentious. Can’t wait to go back.

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    ErinC

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We sat outside, the patio is beautiful. We did the set menu with the juice pairing. Every course was an adventure, and the juices were such a fun and different add-on. The food was absolutely delicious and the service was great. The whole experience took under two hours, but we did not feel rushed at all. I wasn’t sure if it was going to be enough food, but I couldn’t finish my last course!

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    Stesha

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    The Sunflower Seed Parfait is not normally something that would peak my interest but OH MY GOD. WOAH. I normally would order something chocolate-y or decadent, but I am so glad I decided to order outside my comfort zone! The main courses are wonderful too!

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    Aaron

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A perfect experience. Attentive staff with great recommendations, great atmosphere (we dined on the patio), and delectable food. A highlight was the Fermented black bean agnolotti with spring peas, braised morels, and sherry. A must-get when morels are in season! Everything had a great balance of flavour and texture. We'll be back!

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    JonathonE

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Gracious, inviting, delicious food and outstanding hospitality. I always want to stay a bit longer

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    Jason

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fantastci experience. My wife and I each had the Set Menu. She added the wine pairing and I had the no-alcohol drink pairing. She loved the wines and the N.A. drinks were creative, complex, and amazing as well. The food is out of our "normal comfort zone," which we knew going into it. But, everything that came to the table was just awesome - albeit not what we might normally order. The restaurant's attention to detail in all aspects was spot-on. We had no complaints about anything and only compliments. We would both definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an elegant dining experience. The only issue was the price - it's really expensive. But once and if you can get past that, everything else was just awesome.

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    Elske

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on July 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Love, love, love, our dining experience at Elske.

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40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A phenomenal meal (we did the set menu, pescatarian, with wine pairings) with fantastic service!

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