This is one of mine and my boyfriend’s (now fiance) favorite restaurants! We love it so much that he chose to propose there... the Kitchen staff were so great to us and made us feel very special during this big day. They worked with my fiance to reserve a beautiful table & let my mom/family come turn it into a dream table scape... the food, the service, the ambiance was perfect. It was a perfect proposal - thanks to this team’s help!

On a busy Friday night when everything else was fully booked and packed, we tried this quieter spot. Despite the reviews, the cozy atmosphere, beautiful views, and delicious food won us over. We loved it — definitely worth a visit!

First time here and it was a great experience. I’m surprised they weren’t busier. Most of the people there when we came in were in big groups and looked like they were coming from after work. The staff are pretty warm and friendly. I’m also surprised at how fast food comes. Everything we ordered was pretty great. The carrots are surprising and a kind of signature dish for them from what I understand from our server. They use unique spices and I really like the caramelization on each chunk, and having them with the whipped feta. The meat skewers we were told just came on the menu the day we came in. These had a great flavour to them, on the sweet side. It’s maybe just not my personal preference but the meat is on the chewier side and also quite fatty. The crab fried rice was excellent, and I appreciate how fresh and flavourful the crab chunks were. It was a good amount of crab. My one comment is that they could have toned down the citrus. I love crab so if that was more balanced, it would have been my favourite. The mussels were pretty big and were cooked well. The sauce was nice to have with some focaccia. I would have preferred a softer bread to soak up the sauce because the focaccia does get pretty tough specially around the crust.

Went for brunch, best I’ve had around so far. Ordered an interesting variety for brunch, but I like to try a lot of things. Obviously the river view was awesome. The waffle was the best thing I ate, and the best waffle I’ve ever had. As you see on the menu, the toppings make it worthwhile. The Benedict, top notch. Benedict is one of those things you expect to be pretty much the same anywhere, but not here. The ingredients really came through and not at all salty like some places. I guess it was spinach and tomato, but that part of it really impressed me. I also noticed how easy it was to cut through the muffin portion which made eating it pleasant. The lobster roll, worth the price. The lobster portion was satisfying, and the roll was tasty. There’s probably better ones, but it’s a lobster roll so it’s good. Did I dip it in my tomato soup? Yes I did. Is that taboo? Don’t care, this is America. Crab fried rice, never seen that before so I went for it. Tasty? Yes. A little salty? Yep. When I get something that’s obviously too salty, makes me question the dish so maybe why I knocked off a star.

My friends and I, loved this place. We enjoyed a wonderful view, food was delicious and the staff was very friendly. Kyle B. and the Argentinian waiter were indeed our favorite people. They made our experience feel welcoming and fun, also giving the perfect suggestion for food.

Amazing food and fun chill vibes. We came for brunch and the food was amazing. I had the southern fried chicken sandwich (forgot to take a picture) but the steak and the Turkish eggs were 10/10 . The waiter was friendly and attentive! Will be coming back soon! Also, family friendly if you want to come with your kids.

I recently stopped into The Kitchen for a birthday brunch and had a fantastic experience from start to finish. We began with the lobster roll and burrata as appetizers — a perfect pairing that set the tone for the meal. Before the food even arrived, Emma, the General Manager, took the time to sit down and chat with me, making the experience feel even more personal and welcoming. For my entree, I had the steak and eggs, which was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. The atmosphere at The Kitchen is ideal for anyone visiting Chicago, offering a beautiful window-side view of the Chicago River that really adds to the experience. To cap it all off, we enjoyed the churro donuts for dessert, and I was surprised with a complimentary birthday cheesecake, both thoughtfully brought out by our wonderful server, Iryna, and prepared by Chef Ed. A truly memorable brunch — I’ll definitely be back!

Wow, wow, wow! We just had the most incredible proposal dinner for my daughter at this stunning, upscale restaurant, and I can't express how thrilled I am with the experience! The customer service was absolutely phenomenal—it truly went above and beyond. The team there is exceptional, especially the general manager. Basha such a down-to-earth leader who knows her stuff and plays a huge role in the success of this place! And let me tell you, the food was nothing short of amazing! If you’re planning a special occasion, you HAVE to check this place out. I’m giving it a perfect 10 out of 10 on everything! It was an unforgettable night!