CDA - Chicago

The best pancakes in the city are here. I love the ambiance and service. read more The best pancakes in the city are here. I love the ambiance and service.

Very good overall. Nice menu, quality service, beautiful atmosphere. Love the attention to detail! Definite recommendation. read more Very good overall. Nice menu, quality service, beautiful atmosphere. Love the attention to detail! Definite recommendation.

Cafe des Architectes was simply not what I thought it would be. However, that does not mean it was lackluster. On the contrary, it was tasty but neither me or m... read more Cafe des Architectes was simply not what I thought it would be. However, that does not mean it was lackluster. On the contrary, it was tasty but neither me or my lunch date were WOWed by the lunch menu.When we arrived for a 12:30PM reservation on a Wednesday afternoon, the dining room was completely empty. Shortly after seating, it was half booked.The space itself is absolutely stunning. It is very modern and bright and open. The flatware was of quality design and so were the linens. The details put into the aesthetics no doubt mirror the type of modernity you find in the hotel.The service here was good. Almost too good. The waitstaff approached us too many times during the meal to refill water or inquire as to how everything was or if we wanted more bread.The chicken sandwich was delicious and so were the fries. My enjoyed his pork belly sandwich, but did feel as if it was overcooked. Pork belly tends to be very juicy (due to the fact) but he mentioned it was a tough a just a bit dry.I won't be running back to CdA but if I do come back, it will be for dinner.

Dear Hotel Management, I am writing to formally report an unacceptable experience my husband and I had while dining at Café des Architectes during our stay at S... read more Dear Hotel Management, I am writing to formally report an unacceptable experience my husband and I had while dining at Café des Architectes during our stay at Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile on December 26, 2025. We were discriminated upon from our server Mehmet based off being black Americans. Discrimination shouldn’t be tolerated at all, but I’m more baffled how a foreigner is going around discriminating. We were a party of two. Upon receiving our check, we noticed that an 18% service charge had been automatically added to our bill. After reviewing the menu (which we retained and photographed), it explicitly states that an 18% service charge applies to parties of six or more. At no point were we informed—verbally or in writing—that a service charge would be applied to a party of two. The receipt clearly shows: • Party size: 2 guests • Service charge applied: 18% • No disclosed policy justifying this charge This discrepancy is deeply concerning. As paying guests, we expect transparency, consistency, and fair treatment. Applying undisclosed charges that contradict written policy is unacceptable and raises serious concerns about discriminatory or improper billing practices. We have photographic evidence of both the receipt and the menu language and are requesting: 1. A written explanation for why an 18% service charge was applied to a party of two 2. A refund of the improperly added service charge 3. Confirmation of corrective action to ensure this does not happen to other guests My husband and I are former hospitality professionals and are well aware of standard gratuity policies. This experience fell far below the level of service and integrity expected from a Sofitel property. We would appreciate a prompt response from management. Should this issue remain unresolved, we are prepared to escalate the matter further. Sincerely, Simpson Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile Service: Dine in Meal type: Breakfast Price per person: $100+ Food: 2 Service: 1 Atmosphere: 2

A great choice to have breakfast around the area. If you are staying at Sofitel, I do recommend going to this restaurant at least once. The server was kind and... read more A great choice to have breakfast around the area. If you are staying at Sofitel, I do recommend going to this restaurant at least once. The server was kind and friendly. The food is delicious and well served. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4