Truth Be Told - Chicago

I really enjoy the location and atmosphere here; the views of the University of Chicago, tall trees, and Midway Plaisance are stunning during the day. I ordered... read more I really enjoy the location and atmosphere here; the views of the University of Chicago, tall trees, and Midway Plaisance are stunning during the day. I ordered the root vegetable soup, which was puréed and had a strange salty flavor—perhaps too much cheese? The salmon pâté was also quite salty, but the accompanying salad and toast were good. The minted courgettes had a delightful flavor, but they were very oily, which diminished their overall taste and texture. My guest was pleased with her chicken pot pie soup and crème caramel. I tried a dessert similar to ‘snow island’ (not the exact name, but close), which was huge and quite tasty if you like lemon meringue pie flavors. I would definitely return because the service is excellent, and the restaurant is lovely, but next time I think I’ll opt for more traditional English dishes.

The atmosphere was stunning, and the server was truly exceptional. Overall, it was a fantastic experience. read more The atmosphere was stunning, and the server was truly exceptional. Overall, it was a fantastic experience.

We waited half an hour for a bottle of champagne that they never managed to locate, and it took another 20 minutes just to get some salt. The food was average a... read more We waited half an hour for a bottle of champagne that they never managed to locate, and it took another 20 minutes just to get some salt. The food was average and served at disorganized intervals. The prices are shockingly high—you can enjoy a meal at a top-notch restaurant up north for much less. The ambiance is pleasant and welcoming, but the service leaves much to be desired. I would recommend this place only if you have no other options.

Nice location and great ambiance. Food was only OK! But the service from Josh was AMAZING! read more Nice location and great ambiance. Food was only OK! But the service from Josh was AMAZING!

The food was great, and space was wonderful we loved the fireside table. The service was a bit slow and could improve on the continuity. It appeared the server... read more The food was great, and space was wonderful we loved the fireside table. The service was a bit slow and could improve on the continuity. It appeared the server was working all of the tables which may have slowed the service and attention.