Fora

This is my third visit! They get better and better. Elevated dining and one of the nicest patios! Loved their burrata and grilled cheese! Drinks are stellar food and loved the service!

Bad service, great happy hour deal, were able to get a couple drinks and food (get the salt and pepper wings) for a great price. Great hosts, hectic servers we had like 5 which was confusing and took forever to get the bill. Water was spilled on my friend and splashed red sauce on her clothes. Beware they also sneakily bake the tip by using pre-happy hour costs, which automatically increases tip amount by 5% even if you select a normal option. Would go back though because the deal is great beware of the hidden costs and bad service (I don’t normally say that in my reviews). Have also ordered their chicken sandwiches for takeout and strongly recommend that option

The food was pretty good. We went for lunch. The spicy chicken sandwich was good. Coffee was great. The burrito was good as well. The brunch package was a nice touch to the menu wish we had time to enjoy bottomless! The service was good and the ambiance was lovely. Worth a try if you can!

I love the ambiance of this place. They have fire pits outside. My friend and I went on a Mon night for happy and hr and I will definitely be back. Cole was our host and he was nice and attentive. The apps are shareable but we both ordered 3 items each. The quality and quantity were great for the price. The wings were fried to perfection and great flavor. The beef meatballs were delicious as well after adding a little salt/pepper. That goes for the guacamole too. We were not disappointed, overall.

This was the first time that I've been to Fora, and the day/occasion was perfect. My wife celebrated her birthday and we ordered the Power Lunch special($25) per person for a 3 course meal. When I say that everything was on point and very good, I'm expressing the truth. This is definitely on my favorites list for Chicago restaurants, especially in the West Loop. Gotta try the shaved brussel sprouts salad!!! 🔥 🔥... The entire lunch time staff were great and provided top notch quality customer service! We plan to visit again and hopefully checkout their rooftop dining.

My son & I walk here pass every day, we like to stop in and have mother/son dates. The food & drinks are amazing! The wait wasn’t long, and the waitress Fiyah was so sweet! Will be back soon 🫶🏽

Had breakfast here since I was staying in the Emily hotel. Upon entering the restaurant the woman behind the counter asked if we had reservations. We said no, and she sounded disgusted with us as she blurted out "so you're walk-ins?". Felt like my wife and I did something wrong just by walking into the restaurant. As for the food, I found I found it to be mediocre, nothing great (looked better than it tasted). The breakfast burrito lacked flavor and the coffee I was given had an odd taste to it. When I added cream to my coffee, these weird chunks floated to the surface, as if the creamer had curdled, though the coffee wasn't unusually hot(?). The waiter was good enough to replace the coffee, but after adding the creamer again, the floating chunks returned. All said, the food and service didn't warrant the price.

Awesome brunch and it helps when you have the best bartender in the city. (Pete is the best!) pancakes were amazing, Caesar salad was fantastic(we subbed the Goddess dressing and it should be on the menu!). Drinks were outstanding.

Quick friendly service. I made a reservation for 6:15 and was seated immediately. Loved the dim lighting!! The house daiquiri, and the fora margarita...would order again. Oh and the 50% off happy hour ends at 6. Had to pay full price

Fora is a cute hotel restaurant. I went for happy hour and they have great specials. Drinks aren't very spirit forward, but service and ambiance are amazing. The food was fresh, tasty, and reasonably priced. Overall beautiful classy space. I much prefer going for lunch or happy hour vs breakfast fyi.

I visited Fora for the first time during Restaurant Week and decided to take advantage of their happy hour, but unfortunately...despite their website and menu clearly stating happy hour lasts until 6:30 PM, we arrived at 6:10 PM only to be told it had ended 10 minutes prior--which was both frustrating and misleading. As for the food, it was just okay--nothing particularly memorable. However, I was pleasantly surprised by the vegan vanilla ice cream, which was a nice highlight. Overall, Fora was just alright, and I likely wouldn't rush back, but I appreciate the effort on the dessert!

I went for brunch yesterday and the vibe was awesome with a DJ , holiday decor and lights and great music . I wonder if this was for just this holiday week/weekend or all weekends since I've only previously been for happy hour. Even though the coffee was cold on almost every refill, the avocado toast more than made up for it. Between the Texas toast used, plenty of avocado or the toasted coconut which took it up a notch, this was perhaps one of the best Avocado toasts I've had. I also added a poached egg and it was exactly what the doctor ordered. My friend got a Caesar salad and an order of fries. The fries too were delicious.

One word: WOW Tucked in the hotel Lobby of Emily Hotel is Fora. Based on brunch only but the food literally blew me away! Everything tasted impeccable and I can't wait to come back to dine during other hours like HH or dinner cause the food looks amazing too. Vibes are immaculate. Service was quick and very attentive. Appreciate them checking in with us and giving us ample time to check out the menu cause it's been a minute since we all saw each other so it even took us a minute to review the menu. Can't wait to come back.

Cute restaurant. The patio and the inside are very cute and our server was very friendly. The drinks are good, but I have had better espresso martinis. The food was good, but nothing special. Portions are big so keep that in mind. It was a good experience overall but somewhat average / forgettable.

(G)o or no go - go! Such a beautifully decorated spacious interior, swanky if I may say so (W)ow factor - it has the luxurious hotel lobby vibe and the service is fast and attentive. (A)ge range - lots of hotel guests and trends younger (M)enu - got the restaurant week menu which was three courses: solid burrata, thick fried chicken sandwich and fries, and savory guava cheesecake with mini kiwi cubes on the side

Food - 4/5 Service - 3/5 Ambiance - 5/5 Chicken sandwich was fantastic, pork belly was a bit dry. Waiter was really nice but didn't check up on us after food was delivered until 30 mins had passed & we were trying to get some condiments. Outdoor patio space is fun, heaters kept it warm despite 50 degree weather.

The food was pretty good. We went for lunch. The spicy chicken sandwich was good. Coffee was great. The burrito was good as well. The brunch package was a nice touch to the menu wish we had time to enjoy bottomless! The service was good and the ambiance was lovely. Worth a try if you can!

I love the ambiance of this place. They have fire pits outside. My friend and I went on a Mon night for happy and hr and I will definitely be back. Cole was our host and he was nice and attentive. The apps are shareable but we both ordered 2 items each. The quality and quantity were great for the price. The wings were fries to perfection and great flavor. The beef meatballs were delicious as well after adding a little salt/pepper. That goes for the guacamole too. We were not disappointed, overall.

My husband and I went for happy hour at Fora. The happy hour menu is well priced and has a few cocktails, wines and beers to choose from as well as 4 food items. The lobby area is massive and we didn't make a reservation on a Tuesday so there was plenty of space. The drinks were awesome obviously. Mozzarella bites were good, warm, cheesy and went well with the sauce, can't go wrong. Monkey bread with cilantro lime butter came out so warm and is best eaten while fresh, it's not on the HH menu but we thoroughly enjoyed it still!

Had a lovely time here. I came with a friend and service was excellent. Our server was attentive and even checked in before happy hour was over to make sure we didn't miss anything off the menu. We split the meatballs and the guac off the happy hour menu. The serving size was large. For happy hour, I expected maybe two meatballs; there were 4 and they were large. The sauce was excellent. The meat was slightly dry but overall tasty. The guac was smooth and well seasoned, and the chips were great. I ordered the steak frites. The ribeye was cooked exactly like I wanted, and at 14 oz, I had enough left over for the next day. The fries were also good and well seasoned. The dish also comes with bordelaise sauce, and it was one of the better ones I've had. My friend ordered the roast chicken, which was cooked and seasoned well. The Brussels sprouts and fingerling potatoes were excellent as well. We each ordered the Empress and I ordered the Written Word. Both were good and the Written Word was strong. The dining room was lovely and had a nice calm ambiance, and the bathroom was clean. I would definitely return to try the rest if the menu.

Came here with a group of friends for bottomless brunch. There was a live DJ inside during brunch. He was playing chill, light house music throughout our meal. The music wasn't very loud or noticeable, we honestly forgot the DJ was there a little while after we were all seated and chatting. The interior of Fora is stunning! There was so much natural light pouring in through large windows. In front of the restaurant, there is also a lovely patio with small fire pits throughout. The restaurant was pretty empty while we were there which added to the chill, laid-back environment. Everyone at my table ordered the bottomless brunch package, which comes with an entree and bottomless mimosas for $40. For anyone not participating in bottomless, it's also an option to order a starter & entree for $25 instead. Both of which are excellent deals! I ordered a veggie burger and loved it. They have a house-made veggie patty instead of the usual impossible or beyond burgers, which I appreciated. My partner ordered a breakfast burrito without meat, this was a bit more bland than we would've liked. Not bad but nothing special either. Our waitress was very attentive, refilling our mimosas and checking in with us often. I would come back here to try their happy hour or the weekday lunch menu!

What a beautiful space. I went here for a Christmas wreath making class and really enjoyed myself. I must go back to enjoy food and drinks, as the food looked delicious. There was a nice crowd of people at the restaurant which is attached to a hotel. The artwork and the decor was beyond beautiful. They also have a rooftop with great views.

Tucked away in the Emily hotel in busy Fulton market , so nice to see fire pit in their outdoor space on a cool Chicago evening.Met with friends for drinks and dinner and we were going to make an exit as soon as we goth there because it wasn't very crowded. We took a chance and stayed and was well worth it!! Our server Katie was energetic, pleasant and attentive . We ordered various cocktails and beer and I enjoyed my old fashioned very much. The appetizers were burrata, Brussels sprouts salad and monkey bread. All of which were good and quickly brought to the table. We had veggie burgers and flat bread for dinner which was also delicious. Overall a great evening, like the indooor and outdoor space , clean bathrooms and good service . I will be back!

Fora has a great high tea service. I went there with a group of girls and the service was exceptional. We were served bubbles and had a pick of tea options. The high tea came with chicken salad sandwiches, shrimp rolls, deviled eggs, macaroons which were so good, couple of pastry options and fruits. The outdoor patio is super cute it is a good spot for celebrations! I would come back again for another round of high tea!

If you're reading this review and you're trying to decide if you should stop by here, then the answer is yes! The brunch package is the best deal to get. It comes with a $15 bottomless mimosa upgrade), a starter & an entree. The food was delicious & the mimosas were good! The staff members were amazing shout out to our friend Vasille & our waiter. We've recommended this lowkey spot as a new hit to all of our friends. We will definitely be back with more friends sooner than later.

Came here with friends last weekend. I was surprised to be able to get a reservation so easily given the neighborhood. Strange how these things work. It was pretty dead when we arrived. We had a bunch of appetizers. Brussel sprout salad was kind of ok. Not too flavorful. Brussel sprouts can be kinda bitter and they didn't have enough flavor to country balance that. I did like the monkey bread. Decent bread. Lastly, the burrata was ok. For dinner I shared a veggie burger. It was good. It was a custom made veggie burger instead of impossible or beyond, which I enjoyed. More places need a custom burger. Fries were fine. In also shaded a veggie flatbread, though it wasn't that great. Nobody really ate it. Didn't do dessert, so overall it was an ok experience. I still can't understand why it's so dead.

I'd give it a 3.5 if I could. We sat on the patio and it was super cozy and cute! We came for drinks and light appetizers and got an order of the bread, which was extremely underwhelming and small. Considering the pricing, I don't think I would come back to try the entrees. However, our waitress was extremely sweet and answered any questions that we had! She even surprised us with cocktails which were delicious.

Food was ok. One server for the entire place in a Sunday for brunch. He was nice. But of course service was slow when you have one person there. Also the hostess was busy on her iPad watching YouTube videos when we walked in and stood there as her back was to the front so she can hear the iPad. Definitely room for improvement. Probably wouldn't be back here.

This place is really cute. It's great for a happy hour or catch up with friends. There are plenty of seating options and our server was very attentive and quick. There is a limited happy hour menu but they have many options as part of their full menu. I will definitely say the fried mozzarella and goat cheese meatballs were delicious

Came here for Brunch and Waiter Josh was simply the best! He ensured we truly had a bottomless experience and the DJ they offered on a Sunday was playing all the hits! The food was great and even the cocktails we tried were also good! I have 0 pictures of the food because of previously mentioned mimosas but know if you are looking for a girls day out this place is it!

Patio area very nice! Service was great. Passion fruit spritz was refreshing and lots of brunch menu options. Also have a bottomless deal as well. The coffee bar attached is also cute!

Came here for dinner with a group - the Cavatelli was incredible! I started off with a drink at the bar, where it took me a bit to get a drink despite it not being very busy. The drink was wonderful - it just took a bit longer than expected. Once we sat down, we started with the guacamole which I would highly recommend! For the main dish, as mentioned, I did the cavatelli! Delicious - the sausage was tasty, good portions, loved the noodles. I really liked the vibe of the place, great location, not too far from bus lines/blue line stops. If you are in Fulton Market, give this place a try! Next time I will try to sit on the patio.

Great bar! We went there for drinks and the bartender was awesome, he was very welcoming and nice! Made amazing cocktails to celebrate our anniversary! Highly recommended!

I went for the High Tea at Fora which was exquisite. They had 4-5 choices of tea starting from chamomile, matcha green to elderflower. Along with that we were also served Prosecco and were allowed to choose between the two. The tea tower had a mix of sweet and savory. The mini croissants with chicken in it were really good. In dessert I specifically loved the coffee macaroons! The service was impeccable as the adjusted our booking from party of 2 to party of 4. Fora is an extremely pretty restaurant and the outdoor had a Bridgerton vibe to it.

My friends and I came in for the Leap Day Special-- 50% off the entire menu! It was such a good deal we couldn't pass up. The vibe of this place is so peaceful during the day, and sultry by night. The dim lighting, banger playlist, and eclectic crowd make this a great spot on a weeknight or weekend. I want to give a huge shoutout to our waitress, Lexi! She was so sweet, patient and attentive! As you could imagine it was a busy night, but she ensured we were taken care of and made some great recommendations! For the food, it was tasty. Even tastier because it was half off, haha. I had the Brussels sprout salad (vegan) and the grilled chicken sandwich and both were delicious. However, I don't think I would want to pay these prices at full price because I do believe it is quite pricey for American food. But that's what you get eating the West Loop. However, the cocktails are great, fantastic wine selection, and their happy hour has some great deals! I still highly recommend!

Went to enjoy the happy hour from 4p-6:30! Food was good, & drinks were very good as well. The happy hour menu is legit. You get a choice from wines, beers, cocktails, and some small bites. For the main meal we ordered the chicken sandwich and burger. Both were good. The only thing that was odd, was that the restaurant wasn't busy at all & the host decided to seat us right in between two couples when there were literally all open tables. Felt a little crammed & thought that was weird. Other than that - experience was good!

I really wanted to like Fora!! I was so excited that I actually booked brunch here for my birthday two weekends ago, a table for four at 11:30am. When we walked in we were a little confused, there's no signage and it looked like a dead-zone. We entered near the hotel lobby and kind of stood there awkwardly until we went up to the bar and asked where we can check in. He gestured to the other side of the room. We walked to the other side of the restaurant to the host stand to check in. There was only two other tables in the whole restaurant.. and it was prime Saturday brunch time, middle of the summer in the West Loop. We asked if we could sit outside (I mentioned we preferred outside seating in the reservation), and we were told we can't 'because the seats are wet'. It rained overnight.. but at this point it's 11:30am, sun has been out for hours.. but no one wiped down the seats? At that point I would have offered to wipe down the table myself if it meant we could enjoy the patio. They weren't going to give us the option to sit outside, so we got a booth in the silent dining room. Our waiter....... was interesting. After our first interaction with him- my parents, my friend and I all look at each other dumbfounded wondering if we all caught the same thing. We started laughing because it was so awkward... he's just looking at us silently like he's hungover and mad, or maybe still feeling funky from the night before? Not sure.. but the entire interaction with him from start to finish was pretty painful. Even though there were only two other tables in the entire restaurant (and an empty bar..), we had to flag him over almost every time. For food- we ordered the Yogurt Parfait to share which honestly was so good. It had fruit, and pumpkin seed granola.. I thought it was outstanding. To eat I ordered the Avocado Toast and a side of bacon, which I also thought was pretty good. We also got the bottle of champagne with juices- but as I'm looking at the menu now it seems like they now offer Bottomless Mimosas? We would have ordered that if we knew it was an option. On top of all this it was my birthday brunch- which realistically could have been spent anywhere. Waiter did not acknowledge it, and it felt like a waste of a Saturday morning. I was looking for some sun, good food, and a good time. Instead we got silence, indoors while the weather was perfect, and a waiter who was mentally somewhere else. Why have a nice patio when you won't let anyone sit on it if it rained 5 hours before you even open? If a restaurant has a nice patio and wants to attract guests... you should probably have a system for wiping it down or covering them? Seemed like a waste and I imagine that's why we were one of the only patrons in the restaurant during a prime time. Overall.... after a lack-luster birthday spent here, I'm not dying to come back.

Saturday night 's ladies night here was a success! I was able to book a reservation here during restaurant week and I was ecstatic. This is a new restaurant to me so I was highly anticipating something different. So of course with the restaurant week you have a pre fix menu. For my particular order I went with the guacamole as the appetizer which was amazing. Nice size portion that came with chips. Also some pork rinds which I did not eat. I gave those away and a nice serving of guacamole with little slices of jalapeno and pomegranate seeds. That was an excellent choice onto my main dish. I went with the salmon and I want to say it was no more than maybe 5 oz That was accompanied by quinoa and vegetable puree. I would say that was really good. I taste some type of undertones like a vinaigrette. Pretty good. Definitely would have liked a bigger portion but I know it's restaurant week since some places are a little skimpier. Also came with a dessert and it was the chef special and it really reminded me of a coffee tiramisu, dessert jar. Our waitress was very nice. Food came out properly and to drink the wine and cocktail. This is extensive. I didn't know what to get so I ended up just getting prosecco and a splash of passion fruit juice. It was really good. For drinks drinks they are definitely on the pricier side but they do have happy hour. I definitely will be back to partake in that. I love this space. It's inside the Emily hotel as I understand the rooftop Cinema is located in it in this building as well. A wonderful addition to the area and I can't wait to come back. Actually metered parking or garages are close by as well.

Came here during their happy hour, which includes some drinks and food. The drinks were okay, some of us like ours but others had mixed feelings. The food was average, nothing too special. We did order cheese curds but it ended up never coming out. The restaurant itself is gorgeous and the ambiance was good. We did get a free shooter at the end, which was nice but overall, it felt pretty average otherwise.

Lovely brunch spot in the Fulton Market neighborhood of Chicago! I ordered the Benedict, which had perfectly poached eggs sitting atop wilted greens, a slab of pork belly pibil, and English muffins. I really liked this slightly elevated take on this classic brunch dish, as the greens added some healthiness to the dish and the pork belly was very tasty - not too fatty but also very tender. There was also some delicious hollandaise sauce on top of the Benedicts. There were some greens on the side as well. I think $18 is a reasonable price for this. I also got an horchata to drink. It was very tasty and actually tasted just like the milk from the Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal. My one slight complaint though is that it was $7 for a very small portion (not only was the glass very narrow but it was literally half filled with ice). In addition, I got a side of fruit for $4. This included pineapple, raspberries, blackberries, cantaloupe, and honeydew - a nice mix of fresh quality fruits. My favorite part of this restaurant is actually the environment. It is really the definition of a lovely brunch spot with beautiful, clean, modern decor. There is a ton of natural light coming through the floor-to-ceiling windows, plus there is a really nice outdoor patio dining area as well. The decor tastefully combines elements of nature / plants with a beach resort kind of vibe. There is some upbeat yet chill music playing at a moderate volume. It was not too busy when I went, so there are plenty of open tables available even on the weekend. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the service speed is quick. Overall, I was actually really close to giving Fora 5 stars, but ultimately decided to stick with 4 (would give 4.5 if I could). That being said, Fora is an awesome place for you to get together with some friends or family for a nice brunch in a lovely setting!

Love this spot when I want to be boujee on a budget :) You can have quality food in a fancy spot for an affordable price! Their happy hour goes Monday-Friday and they have multiple cocktails for $8. They also do a bottomless brunch for $26 which is pretty on par with others in the city. When we went there was a DJ during the end of our brunch that really added to the vibe. For food they have an elevated impossible burger that comes with vegan cheese and vegan aioli!!

This place is super cute. The interior is beautiful. Happy hour goes from 4-6:30, half off bites and drinks. We were able to get a res at 5:30 for 6 on a Friday! Service was good, food came out very quick, and they greeted us with a. Welcome drink of mezcal. How fun! I had the hour daiquiri to drink, super refreshing! The crispy chicken wings were not that great. Lacking flavor and not that much meat. The meatballs with bread was great, perfectly cooked! The smash burger was actually soooo good. So juicy and full of flavor. Lastly the chips and guac were fine, nothing special. I wouldn't get the gauc again, something was off about it. Overall vibes were amazing, they have a patio outside which looks super cute! Drinks were delicious. Food was below average. I would recommend coming here for drinks before dinner or happy hour!

lovely outdoor seating... but menu is better on paper. pass on the guac - it's just as "good" (bad) as the avocado spread that jimmy john's serves on their vegi sandwich :( brussels sprouts salad is good but cheese heavy. one standout - the savory monkey bread --the spread accompaniment in particular.

Came in for happy hour with a few of my gals. We enjoyed a few drinks which includes the house daiquiri, lime margarita, and a holiday drink special which was a spanish curated eggnog espresso martini with a coconut rim ( I highly recommend.) We ordered the crispy chicken wings with the choice of either chilli crisp or bbq. We decided to go with their chili crisp wings which was amazing. Also ordered the cripsy mozzarella which was a spin on cheese curds but were not huge fans (they could have been warmer). On their regular menu, we ordered their Fora smash burger which comes with a side of french fries. The portion was plentiful as it was flavorful yet filling (could not finish the entire burger.) The atmosphere is beautiful; it does not feel like a restaurant inside of a hotel. Fun fact: recently was awarded as a union recognized restaurant. The manager, Everett was kind and attentive! I will definitely come again!

Love the service at this bar! I've never been disappointed with the service here; always have great conversations and the bartenders always have great recommendations on cocktails and they can make anything! French 75 was perfect! Loved that I've enjoyed myself with a party of 2 and a party of 4! All visits have been A+

I've been a couple of times there one time in the spring and last time in the late autumn .The place it's so beautiful and has an avangard style.The cocktails are amazing and on Wednesday they have half price for the bottle of wines , the service it's amazing. Brock made us feel so special and the cocktails were amazing. The food it's also delicious. I tried the last time the spicy shrimps with baked potatoes so yummy . They have a heated patio so it's nice anytime of the year. Definitely a must try place and you'll not gonna be disappointed.

This restaurant is in the Emily Hotel & I have been wanting to try their updated patio! They have an excellent happy hour deal (1/2 off drinks) & the drinks were amazing. I tried three. The margarita was strong & sharp. The hibachis one was thick, but almost felt healthy- like a juice & the tequila highball tasted a bit like a Paloma. I would absolutely come back for the drinks. The apps were decent- the fries were great, but the burrata was just okay. The service was definitely slow & inconsistent which was disappointing. I loved the flower & plant filled patio & would definitely return for drinks!

The vibes in here are good but the food was just not it for the price. We went during breakfast/brunch, and I had the Greek yogurt, an almond milk latte, and the avocado toast. The Greek yogurt is good but the avocado toast was avocado on toast. It was a big cut of bread and very little flavor. Avocado toast doesn't need to be flavorless. The presentation is good. I would say the prices are for the ambiance and service , not for the food.

We came for dinner as a group of 7. The service was horrible. The hostesses were not friendly. They did not properly greet us or say anything upon leaving even though the restaurant was not busy. When we asked one of them for a manager her reply was sarcastic and dry. The server barely checked on us and took forever to bring change. I understand slower service on an extremely busy night but that was not the case. Especially if you are adding any an automatic 20% gratuity.

We came for brunch! The service was great, staff is very friendly and the ambiance is top tier! we did the starter and entree with the $15 add on for bottomless mimosas. We'll be back soon!

The ambiance was classy and serene, and their current Chef Sergio really amplified what is typically a standard vegan Impossible burger by adding smoked onions to the toppings. A real mouthwatering burger with vegan cheese and vegan dijonnaise too! I also tried their incredible seasonal vegan ice cream flavor of smoked apple caramel it was perfect! My friend ordered the plum sorbet which they enjoyed and described as very tart. The host and servers were friendly, warm, and knowledgeable about the menu. Really enjoyed the meal and experience here!

Super cute place!! They opened up in August and I went over the weekend for restaurant week brunch. The Ava avocado toast was delicious! My friend got chilaquiles with the potatoes on the side which also tasted well. It's located inside the Emily Hotel and there is also a garden shop inside with plants, candles, gifts etc. I definitely would want to go again for happy hour or dinner! As an elite, I hope there is an event here soon since it's a new place

One of the parts that made my experience at Fora so amazing was our waitress. She was so nice and when we ordered the bottomless mimosas, she was so attentive to keep filling up our glasses. The food was beautiful and tasted great. This place is inside of the Emily hotel so the ambiance is unmatched. I went here for my birthday brunch and I would recommend this place for brunch over and over again. You definitely get your money's worth with these mimosas lol!

Green apple and squash salad- different & light! (3.5/5) Guac- it had a different flavor, not bad! (3.5/5) Street corn - delicious! (4.5/5) Monkey bread- nothing great, won't order again (2.5/5) Roasted veg pasta- creamy and delicious, the only downside was that there were more veggies than pasta (4/5) Ambience is gorgeous!!

Fora is so lovely. The ambiance is absolutely stunning, which just amplifies the already great dining experience. The wall to wall window brings in tons of natural light to brighten up the large dining space. Plus, there's an adorable patio complete with bistro lights and fire pits for chillier evenings. I came here for lunch, which is served on the weekdays from 11-2. They also have a brunch and dinner menu! Our server was attentive and welcoming. I ordered the power lunch which includes a starter, entree, and dessert. It's a fun way to try multiple items on the menu, and the serving sizes are really generous. I started with the chips & guac (so yummy), and had the club wrap for my main. The wrap is made with roasted chicken, bacon, and red onion. It's huge, so you can easily eat half and take the other half home with you! I loved how fresh everything was. We ended the meal which the sorbet, which was sooo yummy! I'm now wondering why every lunch doesn't end with sorbet?! This was such a treat. Not overly sweet and perfectly refreshing. Wonderful time at Fora, I'm excited to come back to try the brunch and dinner menus!

Fora at the Emily Hotel in Fulton Market features an American contemporary dining menu, with a nice modern interior aesthetic inside. We stopped by for lunch one day, and decided to try their power lunch option, which consists of a starter, main, and dessert for $30. I opted for the burrata starter, the seared salmon main dish, and the seasonal (cherry) sorbet for dessert. Honestly, I thought the food was mediocre at best - my salmon was dry/overcooked, and I didn't really like the pairing of the salmon with the farro/roasted vegetables. The burrata was nice and creamy, however, and the cherry sorbet was at least a refreshing palate cleanser. For $30, it's definitely overpriced for the quality of food. If I do come back, I would hope that some of their main dishes would be better tasting/cooked.

The space is beautiful. Service was great. Our server was attentive and personable. The food doesn't live up to the atmosphere. Not even close. DRINKS: In all my life, I've never sent back a drink. Ever. And, by the way, how do you make a bad margarita?--Especially when it's your restaurant's namesake?!? It was absolutely awful, with a chemical taste (cleaning supply?--not kidding!) I safely ordered a beer to replace my bad drink. My friends liked their drink choices. French 75 was good, as was the wine with generous pours. APPS: guac was good. Served with tortilla chips and pork rinds(?). The monkey bread was good. But JUST the bread. The cilantro lime butter was another story--I spread the butter onto the bread and took a bite. As I began to chew the awful taste grew. I stopped chewing, quietly excused myself from the table, pushed through the revolving doors, walked outside and spit it into a nearby garbage can. It also had a chemical taste. And I began to wonder if the staff in back isn't effectively rinsing the dishes after washing them. Again --my friends were having a decent experience-- one friend gamefully tried the monkey bread and agreed the bread was good and the butter was the culprit. I'm not inclined to be "that patron" and given that I had already sent back my margarita, I took some more tortilla chips and quietly pushed my plate with monkey bread to the side, without complaint. DINNER: finally some decent news. The Fried Chicken sandwich was unremarkable. It was fine. Fries were good. Although I worry that my bar had been significantly lowered. I intentionally got the aioli on the side in case there was another chemical taste issue. I didn't bother to try it. The chicken was fine without it. My friends had the roasted chicken which they liked. Another had a bowl with salmon. So, it seems the restaurant didn't like *me* given that I had the most issues. Ha. I might try brunch here. *Might*. But do not need to ever go back for dinner. To be honest it's a restaurant in a hotel on a quiet street a few blocks from the bustle of Randolph Street. Guessing the people who wander into Fora are hotel guests or the "hey this restaurant has availability" people. We were the latter, and next time will question why a place in a hot hot hot area of Chicago has reservations open on a Saturday night. Lesson learned. Why'd we stay? Why didn't we complain more? Like I said I'm not inclined to be "that patron". We were already there. They happily replaced my awful drink. The problems seemed to be isolated to me. So we stuck it out. The end.