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Grille No. 43
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83 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 83 reviews
5 stars
(31)
4 stars
(37)
3 stars
(11)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(38)
- great for lunch(33)
- fit for foodies(18)
- great for brunch(11)
- good for groups(10)
- hot spot(10)
Grille No. 43 Reviews List
Review 1 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Pleasant local Grille.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Decent offerings by a small local cafe/grille. The menu has undergone several changes over the last year or so and they provide some reliable staples. The notable surprise from this visit was the single member of waiting staff who not only managed to serve all of the tables efficiently but did so with charm, flair and professionalism! Impressive."
Dined on 5/19/2013
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Review 2 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent luncheon restaurant.....wonderful food...friendly and good waitstaff....creative menu...loved it!"
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 3 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
needs better parking as usual
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"needs better parking as usual but great food."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 4 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Absolutely LOVED!!! Will
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Absolutely LOVED!!! Will definitely be going back soon!"
Dined on 04/24/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I haven't been in quite awhile
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I haven't been in quite awhile because I had a few not so great meals in the past and chose to try out some of the newer places opening in the area. We decided to give it a try last Saturday night and it was very disappointing. The signature chicken 43 dish was awful. The chicken was completely dry and tasteless. Having worked all day, I forced down two of the slices because I was hungry and left the rest not worth taking home. Probably won't be back. On a positive note, the waiter was very nice and attentive."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2011
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Review 6 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My favorite "exciting" place
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My favorite "exciting" place for lunch, outside the soup/sandwich/burrito spots. Love the baja fish tacos and mushroom flatbread, but the thai chicken flatbread was too dry."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2007
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 7 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was our first visit to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our first visit to Grille 43. Good menu with something for everyone, and some interesting specials also. Food was very good, and service was excellent. Very noisy, making it a bit hard to carry on conversations, but we did anticipate that since it was Friday night. We will definitely be back for another visit soon."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My New Favorite Place (By Far)
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Absolutely loved the place. We split a couple of dishes so we were able to taste more than 1 main course. We started with the Calamari which I challenge anyone to find better some place else. We were told to try the drunken shrimp and they were absolutely right on target.
We then moved onto our main courses which were absolutely fantastic. Not only was the fish special tasty and moist but the presentation was perfect.
We also had the shrimp Caesar salad. I have never had grilled lettuce before and was a bit skeptical. I don't think I can go back without getting it again. It was that good.
The place was crowded but it was fun and exciting. People were have a great time. The staff was there at a drop of a hat. Water was filled, the pla"
We then moved onto our main courses which were absolutely fantastic. Not only was the fish special tasty and moist but the presentation was perfect.
We also had the shrimp Caesar salad. I have never had grilled lettuce before and was a bit skeptical. I don't think I can go back without getting it again. It was that good.
The place was crowded but it was fun and exciting. People were have a great time. The staff was there at a drop of a hat. Water was filled, the pla"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 9 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Location was easy to get to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Location was easy to get to and it was a great overall experience."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 10 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved it.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Really good food. Great service. Pork shank was amazing."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
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Review 11 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Spectacular sea bass!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were there with friends and had a fine meal. Our server was very attentive. The Chilean sea bass preparation with black rice and peas is one of the best preparation I have ever had! Excellent fried calamari recipe."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 12 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Grille 43 was a great in-between
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Grille 43 was a great in-between spot to meet our friends coming down from Milwaukee. It was easy to find off the expressway and the food was very tasty. The sea bass was exceptional as was the steak salad and rib eyes (per our guests). There is a wide range of menu items to satisfy most people. Its not a very big place but was able to accommodate our group of 8 and serve us attentively. It was our first visit but another friend recommended it who lives in the area."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I met a business colleague
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I met a business colleague and a potential customer for lunch and making conversation was very difficult or near impossible. A table of eight was set up near us and they were very loud. Good food but I will not schedule a luncheon meeting again."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was great and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great and service was great also."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Poor Easter Buffet
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I took my family here for Easter Brunch, and we were very unwhelmed by the selection on the buffet. Champagne was NOT included in the expensive price and the food was marginal. Every food item was presented altogether: Incomplete breakfast selections right along with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes. Appropriate food for children was non-existent. The $25 I paid for my 4 year old was a total waste. They should list their buffet items on their menu online. Changing my mind once I got there and saw what they had to offer was not an option."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2011
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Review 16 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very nice neighborhood restaurant.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very nice neighborhood restaurant. Food just ok the night we dined, but we have been there before when it was lits better. Probably an off night."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great resturant with awesome
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great resturant with awesome food. Parking to tight and can be complicated"
Dined on 03/13/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place for business lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great place for business lunch - people & food, exceptional! Fred - Peoria"
Dined on 02/27/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I met a friend for lunch on
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I met a friend for lunch on a Saturday around 12:30. I did make a reservation, but on this day it wouldn't have been necessary. We boothhad the French Onion soup and split a Mushroom & Goatcheese Flatbread. Both were very tasty and I would have again! The Bloody Mary's and Bloody Maria's were very good! Our waitress did a great job!! I would definitely try this place again!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A real gem. Great service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A real gem. Great service. All 3 of us really enjoyed our meals."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 21 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Grille 43 Salad was good,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Grille 43 Salad was good, and we repeated to order the margherita flat bread. Very delicious."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
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Review 22 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Returned for lunch! This time,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Returned for lunch! This time, we ordered Drunken Shrimp, Margherita Flatbread, and Grille 43 Salad. All were VERY tasty. Drunken Shrimp was a bit heavy, but very well made. Just wished if the chef absorbed the oil come out from bacon. (I know some people love that part though.) Flatbread was excellent. Will go back there again!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2006
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 23 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Go for Lunch not Dinner!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Been there for lunch severa times but first time for dinner on a Saturday night. Never aagin, the noise was overwhelming.
The Mahi-mahi special tasted fishy which means it was not as fresh as it should be, but the sides were excellent.
Dessert A+. Overall the price was not commensurate with the portions or quality."
The Mahi-mahi special tasted fishy which means it was not as fresh as it should be, but the sides were excellent.
Dessert A+. Overall the price was not commensurate with the portions or quality."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2005
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 24 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Don't know why it's always busy?!
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was not good at all from the watery muscles to the overdone rubbery sea bass. I felt bad for the waiter. He was very attentive and a great waiter...maybe he should be the chef!"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2007
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Review 25 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed Sunday brunch with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed Sunday brunch with family. Particularly impressed with service and the way the server interacted with 94 year old grandma. Food was good, fresh, and well flavored. Surprised us with free birthday treat."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2005
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 26 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent local dining spot
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very creative specials on the menu, needs a little more attention in preparation to do them justice. Very busy on a Friday night but managed well.. On the whole, a very good dining experience. Definitely will return."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 27 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The online reservation worked
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The online reservation worked easily. Our seating was waiting for us when we arrived; the service was timely, cordial and attentive, and the food was ample and very good. We will come again and often."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Friendly service, nice atmosphere,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Friendly service, nice atmosphere, but mediocre food may prevent us from returning"
Dined on 01/25/2013
2008
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Review 29 for Grille No. 43
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It was a pleasant surprise
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It was a pleasant surprise to find this place at a location where you would never expect such great ambiance and/or food. We went there for a quick lunch on our way home. We picked the place, to be honest, only because it was exactly on our way home..... Well, the restaurant had more patrons than we thought. Food was good! We will have two more occasions that we need to take that route back home, so we have already decided to go visit there again. I had fish taco; my boyfriend had Grille's Salad. He said he would order the same salad again. Next time, I will try out something else. Egg Benedict could be the one."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2006
Special Features: great for brunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Grille No. 43
Based on the average of (54) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
7 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic