Atwood Café Reviews List

Dined on 6/14/2013

2004

Dined on 6/14/2013

2004

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"In the heart of the Chicago Loop, and in the historic Reliance Building, this restaurant has always thrilled me. It's large glass windows look out on State & Washington and the passing crowds. It is a great place to take out of town visitors. The food in very good, inventive, and the presentation attractive. Staff are cheerful and friendly, and are willing to make an effort to please you for any special request. It is pricey but worth it for a special occasion. . ."

Dined on 6/14/2013

2004

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 2 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Charming art deco gem

Dined on 6/09/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Located in a beautiful, historic Chicago Loop building at the base of the Hotel Burnham, this delightful and cozy spot is a favorite for Sunday brunch. Splendid art deco decor, high ceilings and large windows make this a perfect rendezvous for friends. Food is tasty and ranges from classic to unusual. Experienced wait staff provides excellent service."

Dined on 6/09/2013

Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 3 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

attractive and accommodating

Dined on 6/08/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"A member of our party has a severe gluten intolerance. The chefs were very good about having menu items prepared that would accommodate her needs. The room was rather quiet and the decor was lovely. The food was great and the service was good. We were quite pleased."

Dined on 6/08/2013

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Review 4 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

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Dined on 6/18/2013

2002

Dined on 6/18/2013

2002

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Poor, slow and ignoring service. I tried to order a second glass of wine three times, and gave up. My white fish was frozen mush and lacking in flavor. I looked forward to going to Atwood and have taken it off my list for the future."

Dined on 6/18/2013

2002

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Review 5 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great place!

Dined on 6/17/2013

Dined on 6/17/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I love the decor. My server was attentive and made recommendations that were wonderful. Presentation of the food was beautiful.
I will certainly go again."

Dined on 6/17/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 6 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Mediocre

Dined on 6/16/2013

2013

Dined on 6/16/2013

2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Not bad but not that grea either - especially in a city with so many other great options. Not with the price unfortunately."

Dined on 6/16/2013

2013

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Review 7 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great restaurant in historic hotel

Dined on 6/16/2013

Dined on 6/16/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The Atwood Cafe is an elegantly appointed restaurant in the Burnham hotel. The food is always good as is the service. The wine list is pricey but the food is reasonably priced for the quality. There is outdoor dining if you don;t mind being seated on a busy corner with lots of traffic. I prefer the pleasant indoor ambience."

Dined on 6/16/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion

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Review 8 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

disappointing

Dined on 6/16/2013

Dined on 6/16/2013

2012

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Tried this favorite spot of friend's this past Sunday and were pretty disappointed. Great ambiance & good service but portions were very small and several dishes were mediocre (risotto @ $26!, gazpacho, one of the salads) Whitefish was good, as was the celery soup. Overall we gave it a C+ and probably won't go back."

Dined on 6/16/2013

2012

Special Features: scenic view

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Review 9 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

food and service a plus

2013

Dined on 6/15/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"thoroughly enjoyed the food, and the service staff was friendly and attentive

our only issue was the proximity of other tables and dinners. If we ever get the chance to return, will request a separate window table in our reservation

ending on a positive note, greatly appreciated how the staff allowed us to move one of the sidewalk tables for dessert"

Dined on 6/15/2013

2013

Special Features: special occasion

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Review 10 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

You didn't disappoint!

2003

Dined on 6/15/2013

2003

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We arrived for an early dinner to find an almost empty dining room. We were shown to a very small table for two and were obliged, upon request, with an alternate ,more commodious, adjacent table. Our server was very cordial and helpful in explaining the menu, expediting our ordering. The food was excellent and beautifully presented. The dining room filled to capacity during our time there and did become somewhat noisy. But we had an early curtain and left before the noise became a problem for us
I have been to Atwood many times and always have a pleasant experience. This was no exception."

Dined on 6/15/2013

2003

Special Features: great for lunch

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Review 11 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Too Expensive

Dined on 6/13/2013

Dined on 6/13/2013

2012

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We found that food was too expensive for the amount that we received. Very nicely presented but very overpriced. The waitstaff was always on top of you. Its nice to have your glass refilled but not after every sip. An ok place but we will not be dining there again."

Dined on 6/13/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 12 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dined on 6/15/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great restaurant for before or after theatre since it is convenient to them. Always good food & service."

Dined on 6/15/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, great for lunch

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Review 13 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent Menu

2005

Dined on 6/15/2013

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Atwood has an excellent menu and very nice ambiance"

Dined on 6/15/2013

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch

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Review 14 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

big disapointment

Dined on 6/13/2013

Dined on 6/13/2013

2012

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was good, the room beautiful, romantic, the location excellent. However, we will not go back
1/ when we arrived for our 8pm reservation, no one was there to greet us. We stood like 2 idiots at the host stand, waiting to be acknowledged... Bad first impression.
2/ the server, Patrick, was fine but there was a total lack of BUSSERS SERVICE;, our entrees were delivered while the salad plates were not cleared.
After we finished the said entrees, our plates, empty but for the lamb chop bones stayed and stayed in front of us, nobody noticing anything. The place was not even busy then and the manager just stood there.
For a restaurant of that caliber and prices ( $30 entrees), it is a level of service unacceptable."

Dined on 6/13/2013

2012

Special Features: romantic

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Review 15 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Disappointed: Brunch on a Saturday

Dined on 6/08/2013

2013

Dined on 6/08/2013

2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My husband and I were expecting a lunch menu and it was Brunch. That being said I felt the choices were a bit mundane. After veiwing website menus we were expecting much more avante guard choices and variety. When I travel to large cities I want to really get someting A=Mah=zing. I felt waht we recieved was not. Not bad, just not exceptional. I had the Coq a vin eggs benedict and my husbund had a bland vegi burger. Ambience was Awesome."

Dined on 6/08/2013

2013

Special Features: scenic view

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Review 16 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

No longer my favorite

Dined on 4/30/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"For years this was my favorite place for dinner or a special lunch but no more. The menu was very limited and no longer had any of my favorites (hint: oven roasted acorn squash). Dessert was fantastic but other than that not much to recommend. I won't be going back. (Insert sad face here.)"

Dined on 4/30/2013

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Review 17 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dined on 6/02/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Good food and service. Tables cramped."

Dined on 6/02/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem

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Review 18 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 6/07/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great for lunch and great dining before the theater"

Dined on 6/07/2013

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Review 19 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Yum!

Dined on 6/07/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Five of us all had the same comments during and after the meal. Everything was just so delicious, perfectly prepared, and beautifully arranged on the plates. We were delighted, start to finish."

Dined on 6/07/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 20 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Food So So

Dined on 6/06/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The menu looked real promising. Ordered the rabbit scalappinie with wild mushrooms and fidel heads. The rabbit was breaded and the breading was too salty the rabbit was like rubber disappointed. The fidel heads and wild mushrooms were real good the service was good and the dining room was impressive."

Dined on 6/06/2013

Special Features: romantic, notable wine list

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Review 21 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great night

Dined on 6/05/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We enjoyed the food very much and the location was very close to our hotel. Friendly service"

Dined on 6/05/2013

Special Features: special occasion

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Review 22 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Lovely food and decor

Dined on 6/04/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The manager was extremely pleasant and welcoming and the staff attentive. For the starter we had a kale salad. Sprinkled with red onion, smoked duck,and parmasan, it had a lovely mix of flavours. The lamb was perfectly done as well. Portions are just nice (not large) and dishes had an interesting mix of ingredients that balanced welll. Decor exuded old world charm."

Dined on 6/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 23 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very good downtown restaurant

Dined on 6/04/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food was extremely tasteful and beautifully presented. Portions sizes are on the small size for the price. Service and surroundings are excellent."

Dined on 6/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 24 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

You can can do better in Chicago

Dined on 6/02/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Was there recently for a business dinner. Food just doesn't cut it & the wine list is non-existent. Is is BAD? No. Is it worth returning? NO. This place may have been great once, but no more based on this visit. I ordered the ribeye and the meat was of mediocre quality and pre-cut with sinew/nerves in every piece. I'll spare you comments on the rest of the meal.

Service was great, ambiance is also nice. I'm not picky, but for me, in the end, the key criteria for any restaurant is food excellence. If that's not there the rest doesn't matter. This one falls far short of the mark."

Dined on 6/02/2013

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Review 25 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wonderful Food, Magnificent Service

Dined on 6/01/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My dad and I decided to eat at the Atwood while he was visiting from California, and we were absolutely delighted. My meal was excellent, starting with a tuna tartar, followed by rabbit scallopini, and finished with a chocolate cake. The portions were fitting - the appetizer was plated to whet my appetite, not stifle it - and the new Spring menu was well designed. However, the real treat was the service. Our waitress, Jillian, was incredibly friendly and helpful, and all of her recommendations proved excellent. As my dad and I are passionate wine lovers, we particularly enjoyed it when she stopped for a moment to discuss our mutual love of the bottle. Her pleasant and affable manner turned a good meal into a memorable one."

Dined on 6/01/2013

Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 26 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dependable Comfort Food

Dined on 5/29/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I work in the area and anytime I want a bit of comfort I turn to Atwood Cafe. The food is consistently good. The atmosphere at lunch makes it appropriate for business or pleasure. This last visit my server Dominick was tops!"

Dined on 5/29/2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining

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Review 27 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Nice surprise

Dined on 5/31/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Went as reviews were positive and was not disappointed"

Dined on 5/31/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

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Review 28 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Leisurely Lunch

Dined on 5/30/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"A friend and I spent a lovely 90 minutes enjoying the food and ambience at Atwood Cafe during the last week of May. From the fritto misto to the comforting chicken pot pie and light whitefish entrees and on to the indulgent chocolate cake and "s'mores" desserts, everything tasted delicious and the service was attentive yet unobtrusive. I hadn't eaten here in several years, which I now realize hasbeen a major oversight!"

Dined on 5/30/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 29 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A treasure in Chicago

Dined on 5/25/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This was a last minute find and I did not quite know what to expect. It was was very nice and and wonderful service."

Dined on 5/25/2013

Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem

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Review 30 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

dinner after book of Mormon

Dined on 5/26/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"outstanding choice for after a show and special occasion. food excellent and service impeccable.very comfortable dining and very attractive decor.highly recommend!"

Dined on 5/26/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 31 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

BEAUTIFUL SPOT, DISAPPOINTING MEAL

Dined on 5/26/2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We chose the Atwood because we were staying at the Burnham Hotel. We enjoyed the ambience and our server was pleasant. We ordered ceviche, which had very little flavor. I had the scallops, which for $25.00 I was served about 10 small scallops in a chicken consomme with the same green sprigs that were served with the ceviche. Again, very little flavor. I will not go back for dinner."

Dined on 5/26/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 32 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love this place!

Dined on 5/26/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My husband and I were celebrating our one-month anniversary while we were in Chicago for Memorial Day weekend, and we had Sunday Brunch at Atwood Cafe. My husband had the southern style eggs benedict, which was divine! Rather than using the traditional English muffin with the eggs benedict, they used cornbread with BBQ and eggs atop paired with breakfast potatoes. I had a more traditional breakfast that hit the spot. Our server Keith was a delight, and after he found out we were newlyweds celebrating, he had the kitchen prepare a small decadent chocolate cake with raspberry ice cream and fresh berries on the house. If you're staying near The Loop in Chicago, this place is a must go. I highly recommend it!"

Dined on 5/26/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion

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Review 33 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Pre-Theater

Dined on 5/26/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Good for pre-theater dining. My lamb chops were properly cooked but slathered with too much sauce. Service is friendly. Kitchen is fast. Dining room needs a makeover. "I did it for the 1,000 point table.""

Dined on 5/26/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 34 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dinner for two

Dined on 5/25/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Visiting Chicago for the first time, we found Attwood Cafe in the Dorling Kindersley guide. Booking via the internet was easy. The food was outstanding and beautifully presented. The atmosphere was relaxed and the service easy and knowledgeable. Would thoroughly recommend."

Dined on 5/25/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 35 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfection!

Dined on 5/26/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Another reviewer referenced the garden salad as being so fresh it seemed it was grown on site-their assumption seems correct. The scallops entree was plentiful, light, moist, and delicious. Great wine and Giovanni was a great guide for the evening. Perfect visit as always."

Dined on 5/26/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly

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Review 36 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dined on 5/25/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Beth M. was our server. She took time to explain the menu offerings and provided us with conscientious and courteous service."

Dined on 5/25/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 37 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great pre-theater venue

Dined on 5/25/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Close to many theaters and offers valet parking good for dinner and until after the show for a reasonable price."

Dined on 5/25/2013

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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Review 38 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Spot for Lunch

Dined on 5/23/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Quintessential Chicago lunch spot. Excellent ambience, food, and service."

Dined on 5/23/2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for lunch

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Review 39 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The Food is Good

Dined on 5/23/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This is the second time within about 6 months I've eaten at the Atwood Café. I love the ambiance and intimacy of the room. You are able to have a conversation with the person across the table without having to tune out loud music or the echo of other tables. The risotto was good but needed more parmesan cheese. The chef was nice enough to replace the mushrooms with asparagus since mushrooms are yucky. I ordered the soup of the day which was so thick it reminded me of baby food, so the taste was excellent but consistency not so much. My companion ordered the duck and it was cooked perfectly."

Dined on 5/23/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 40 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice and quaint.

Dined on 5/21/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Warm feel and unique dishes. We sat outside on the small patio and loved it."

Dined on 5/21/2013

Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem

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Review 41 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

pretty setting

Dined on 5/19/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"they were busy, nice vibe without being loud and obnoxious. Food was good although not exceptional, desserts were really yummy. Drinks were very good, with a nice assortment of mixologists drinks."

Dined on 5/19/2013

Special Features: scenic view, neighborhood gem

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Review 42 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great brunch

Dined on 5/19/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Interesting, varied brunch menu. Excellent service. We had a wonderful experience."

Dined on 5/19/2013

Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 43 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

excellent experience

Dined on 5/19/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Food, selection, drinks, service all at a very high level. An excellent meal and experience. Would happily return. Pricey drinks about the only negative, food expensive but not beyond expected at a restaurant of this caliber."

Dined on 5/19/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 44 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Atwood Cafe's Outstanding Brunch

Dined on 5/19/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I loved the art deco charming elegant decor of this restaurant. The food and service were impeccable. My wife and I partook in the Sunday brunch at Atwood Cafe and enjoyed it immensely. She had the Eggs Benedict with over fried potatoes and I had the Mushroom Burger with Boursin and watercress topped with honey cream fraiche and salad greens delicately tossed with a light vinaigrette. It was superb! I would go back there in a heart beat."

Dined on 5/19/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 45 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Stingy drinks

Dined on 5/16/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Scotch on the rocks for $12 a pop should be more than a sip or two. Why be stingy in an expensive setting?"

Dined on 5/16/2013

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Review 46 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

PreShow Must

Dined on 5/17/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Wonder staff, amazong food and prompt service. What more can I say? Great evening, and close to theaters."

Dined on 5/17/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 47 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Breakfast

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I enjoyed the eggs Benedict and particularly liked the crispy home style potatoes that accompanied the eggs. So often the potatoes are limp and unappealing, but they clearly make an effort to create a nice side dish here."

Dined on 5/09/2013

Special Features: great for brunch

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Review 48 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good Pre Theater

Dined on 5/14/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"If you are going to a play at the B of A Theater across the street, this is the perfect place to come.
Good food and drinks and attentive wait staff."

Dined on 5/14/2013

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Review 49 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

sidewalk dining

Top 500 Contributor

Dined on 5/14/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This is the first time I have dined outside at Atwood. The experience was positive overall, but service was not as good as I remember when dining inside. The food was excellent, but very small portions. The wine and drinks are overpriced. I will return because I do like the quality of the food. I just cannot make this my first choice for dining because of the cost."

Dined on 5/14/2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining

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Review 50 for Atwood Café

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5