The Barn - Evanston

I have always loved this spot. The night we went was unbelievably busy a Tuesday! Everyone was obviously trying very hard. Our server was knowledgeable, friendl... read more I have always loved this spot. The night we went was unbelievably busy a Tuesday! Everyone was obviously trying very hard. Our server was knowledgeable, friendly, and working hard. If I'd have known, I would have opted for a less busy night but I will be back to see them again. The food is excellent. Drinks were excellent as well. An excellent restaurant.

Very expensive, but worth every penny. The fillet was delicious, service was attentive and the entire ambience was perfect. read more Very expensive, but worth every penny. The fillet was delicious, service was attentive and the entire ambience was perfect.

Amazing food and experience. Would definitely eat again read more Amazing food and experience. Would definitely eat again

I am from South Carolina and this was my second visit to The Barn while visiting the area. My wife and I were here for our 51st wedding anniversery in August an... read more I am from South Carolina and this was my second visit to The Barn while visiting the area. My wife and I were here for our 51st wedding anniversery in August and I was so impressed I had to go back before she leaves Chicago in December. The Food is simply outstanding. I had the filet that was perfectly cooked and so tender I believe I could have cut it with a fork. My wife had the ribeye and she said it was also cooked to perfection. In my 71 years, I don't think I have ever had a better steak. While I don't normally find mashed potatoes with a steak, the german marrow butterball potatoes are a perfect compliment to the steak. Finally, the chocolate velvet cake was rich, decadent and absolutely delicious. The staff and service are wonderful, very friendly, helpful and attentive without hovering. The Barn is not cheap eats but absolutley worth every dollar I spent both times.

The vibe inside is very nice. We were only able to get an outdoor seat. Turns out this is basically a couple tables with lawn chairs set up in a tent in the par... read more The vibe inside is very nice. We were only able to get an outdoor seat. Turns out this is basically a couple tables with lawn chairs set up in a tent in the parking lot. Zero effort to make that space pleasant in any way. The food was surprisingly mediocre, including the steak. It all felt like the restaurant knows they have a pretty dining room and one of the few “nice” places to eat in Evanston so they are mailing it in. It would last 15 minutes in a Chicago neighborhood. Terrible value for the quality of food and sad setting. Probably a nice place to meet a friend for a cocktail. But that’s it.