Maple Tree Inn

Attractive casual atmosphere which could serve as a slightly fine-dining experience if you wanted it to. Not an overwhelming number of menu choices, but a great variety. The Mac and Cheese was very, very good, as was the Surf and Turf Pasta, Beet Salad, and Fried Chicken. The catfish wasn't spicy at all (and I don't do spicy), and surprisingly didn't have much flavor. My husband said the Gumbo was good. Definitely give this place a try! The food was absolutely worth the trip. In terms of price, it was overpriced as is every restaurant these days, but not to a ridiculous point. We will definitely be back!

Emily was a wonderful bartender and server. Recommend the crab cake and seafood gumbo. The fried chicken is delicious but don't care for the sweet gravy that comes with it. The Brown Butter Blondie is AMAZING!!! not a dessert guy, but would get it again.

Maple tree Inn was amazing. Located in Homewood, IL. Celebrating my sister’s birthday we chose the perfect spot! The establishment was such a cute and cozy spot. Very intimate atmosphere. A vibe for any occasion. Maple Tree Inn menu are Cajun/Creolé cuisines. So much flavors and a southern culture. You will not regret! We ordered the Double Roasted Beet Salad and the cornbread skillet for starters which both dishes were fresh and full of flavors. And for our entrees we ordered the “BLACKENED REDFISH ÉTOUFFÉE: Red snapper served blackened, set over white rice and topped with our famous Crawfish Étouffée; served with braised collard greens. Collard greens definitely had a spicy flavor but still blended so well entirely. Also ordered the BURNT ENDS which consisted of a half-pound of 14 hr. slow-smoked beef brisket, cubed, topped with ancho molasses BBQ sauce, then braised and caramelized; served with smothered okra and horseradish & gouda cheese grits. This was my favorite dish with all the umami flavors you couldn’t resist the dish! And for drinks we had the hurricane & Creole Voodoo Zombie. Both drinks were sooooo good! Made just right! Our server named was Aziel. He was phenomenal! He had a great personality, mannerisms, very attentive and if multitasking was a person! He was our bartender & server and did the job well and with such grace! He made great suggestions and made my first time and sister’s birthday a wonderful experience! Take for the pic! Beignets for cake any day! This spot is a must! Check em out!

Food needed a little seasoning. Service was good. Atmosphere was good. Food was fresh. We ordered pitmasters gumbo, roasted beet salad, fried green tomatoes, greens, mac & cheese, gouda grits, & reddish etouffe. I liked the gumbo the best.

We've been waiting years to eat here! Came in with my family for my husband's birthday. The service was exemplary. The food was incredible. Worth the wait. Make sure you make a reservation! This place is popular for a reason!

Had a great experience at this place! The service was wonderful, and I was pleasantly surprised that the serving staff spoke Spanish too. Really good variety of cocktails and drinks. The menu is small but the dishes are really hearty with good portions. While a bit more on the expensive side, the quality of the food is really good. The cornbread was amazing, and one 8-inch skillet was enough for our group of seven. The only dish that was missing something is the trout, which lacked a bold flavor. Otherwise everything was very yummy and I would recommend visiting!

Hidden Gem. Great atmosphere. Great food. Great drinks. Great service. All around great experience. Our bartender Joe was awesome. Definitely a new date night spot 10/10 recommend.

Vegan menu with plenty of options. Food was delicious, I recommend getting the vegan cornbread muffins and the brussels sprouts. Food came out fast. It was packed, you might need a reservation (we had one). Our server Adam was so friendly and gave great recommendations. We will be back.

We visited for a second time on date night and were seated immediately with our reservation. The seasonal drink was poured to perfection. It was a blueberry bourbon concoction and the name escapes me but it's pure mixology brilliance. The fried oysters and gumbo appetizers were delicious. I wonder how we had room for the main course. Hubby enjoyed the fried catfish - it was well seasoned and he demolished it without complaint and I married a picky eater so consider the full context. The server warned me about the size of the pork chop. She was right! It took me a min to figure out how to tame the beast but when I did it was smoked and grilled. Smoked and grilled! Tender and crispy! And delicious with the sweet potato bread pudding whatever it was which had me at hello. I don't even think this was on the menu last time we visited. If it was how did I miss something so beautiful? If it's seasonal I can't wait to come back and explore again!

I'm embarrassed to say how many years I've meant to go there but it's considerably out of the way for us and there's so much great food in all parts of Chicago. But my lady suggested taking me there for my 72nd birthday. Now I really wish I'd come years ago when I had a bigger appetite! We had an Saturday afternoon reservation but traffic was horrendous. I'd actually given up on getting there at all when they called to see if we were coming and pushed the reservation back well over an hour. We were welcomed with birthday wishes by 3 delightful young women including who we'd spoken to. We were instantly seated with accommodation for my lady using a walker. From then on the service couldn't have been better. Attentive and responsive without being intrusive. But you want to know about food. Unfortunately we skipped the entree's. Honestly I've never found crawfish to reheat well so I stuck with what I could eat. The starter size of the popular honey bbq buttered shrimp. It was near what I might have for dinner at home. 5 large shrimp, not overcooked thank you, nice sauce, very nice green onion relish, personally the cheddar chips were a good idea that didn't work well but didn't detract from the dish for me. I see why it's popular. Meanwhile she was eating the best fried green tomatoes she'd had in years, maybe ever. Then she had the pecan crusted crab cake. Presented really well and satisfying but slightly fishy. My favorite was the side dish I ordered. I know grits aficionados are rare but I love them. I've had them and cooked them many ways over 50 or so years. I'd never thought of horseradish and gouda so I had to try. Amazing. You know what it is but at the same time they are so perfectly balanced and with creamy grits are a new flavor all it's own. Menu marked it hot but i cant imagine why so don't let that scare you. Then we split a complimentary b-day beignet. Freshly made and nice. Banana Foster was quite satisfying and her peach cobbler was interesting and big. Coffee of course and finish up with absinthe of which they have a selection, not something I see everywhere. Nice finish to the meal. Again the service we received was wonderful, after hellish traffic it made my day as much as the food.

We've been here a couple times already and both times do not disappoint! We occasionally have cravings for creole food so we're so glad to have this spot nearby. First, the decor is a little odd. I'd say it doesn't really scream creole restaurant but I think it used to be a different type of restaurant before they took over. Either way not a big deal. Just thought it was funny. Service is great. They have servers making rounds so there's always someone to flag down if you need anything. Waters is always filled as well and my waiters were attentive. Food is just amazing. Very flavorful and a good spice to them. I've never been to Louisiana but I would assume the food here is comparable. Overall a great restaurant and highly recommend!

It was an amazing experience , the waitress was great . I was just driving pass and was looking for lunch , I didn't expect it to be great

My wife and I went for her birthday. The service was outstanding. The ambiance is excellent and the food was excellent. I had the red fish etouffee and it was delicious. My wife enjoyed the burnt ends and we both loved the fried green tomatoes and cornbread. Overall , it was a really great dinning experience. We will be back and I recommend this place highly. By the way Ozzie was our server and he was perfection!

Need a Culinary Escape from the average & ordinary. Early arrival is HIGHLY recommended. The Rockefeller oysters, catfish, and dessert is a must. They even had a few fancy mocktails for fun inclusion. The atmosphere was romantically southern with intimate decorum. Waiter was on point and knowledgeable for our entire experience! Will be back

Overall just meh . I had the etoufee redfish. It was okay, but fish kinda had a freezer taste to me. The person I was with had the burnt ends and grits. The burnt ends were a little dry and the grits tasted like instant grits. Very mushy, not like regular grit's consistency. I also don't like that the greens were on top of my fish, I prefer it on the side. My cocktails were pretty, but not potent. My favorite part of the meal were the bbq shrimp appetizer.

Ozzie was our waiter. He is consistently kind and remembers his customers. He made our night special by knowing the menu options and guiding our recommendations with his expertise since he has been with the organization for 15 years. The food, service and ambiance were all amazing, and met and exceeded our expectations. Our expectations were exceeded when we received top notch quality service for waiting a few minutes longer for the High Top tables we reserved for our friend's birthday celebration. Elizabeth (manager), Mia (hostess) and Ozzie (waiter) were all pleasant, accommodating and professional. The desserts were delicious as well as our entrees. I highly recommend this restaurant; for an anniversary, a date night or birthday celebrations. This is a place you want to reserve for yourself and others.

About last night.... This was our first time coming here and at the last minute. They had quite a few reservations, but we were able to be seated quickly. The ambiance is very warm and cozy. Adam was our server. He is funny and we had a blast with him! For starters, we ordered fried green tomatoes and cast iron cornbread. Our entrees: hickory buttered BBQ shrimp, blackened crawfish étouffée, (one with crawfish étouffée and the other, without due to shellfish allergies), and blackened ribeye. Our desserts: banana foster bread pudding and beignets. Everything was delicious with the right amount of spice. We will definitely be back!

In addition to being committed to the community, the restaurant offers an amazing dining experience. It is more common to hear negative reviews about businesses than positive ones. The restaurant was in Blue Island and experienced tragedy with fire and Covid, and the community's support by allowing them to prepare food in various kitchens and the staff's that stayed and supported is a testament of goodwill and compassion. The care and passion that goes into serving quality dishes is evident. Exceptional hospitality and a great atmosphere. In the South Suburban area, I consider this restaurant one of my favorites.

Hands down one of the finest restaurants in Chicagoland. Trust me. From the food menu to the bar program the attention to detail is on point. Fried oysters tonight and a mahi-mahi for the ages. So fricking good!

Amazing. If you are vegan, there is a very thoughtful and tasty menu for you! Gluten free? No problem! There's a menu for you! Omni? Guess what?! You can eat everything! The drink menu is ever evolving, but you can't go wrong. Everything tastes fresh and well curated. We had the vegan voodoo nuts which were so flavorful. The spice in the "sausage" was perfect, as was the texture. The vegan cornbread muffins fell apart, but half the fun was picking up the pieces using the sweet potato butter as a glue. I had the vegan boil which had so many vegetables! Again, the seasoning was perfect, and the portion was huge. The service was fantastic. They even asked about any food allergies up front! The music was very complimentary to the restaurant. A mix of Motown (nice to hear in a different state being played so much!), brass band and good old New Orleans jazz. Make a rezzy or you'll be waiting for a while!

The food was awful. They pickle everything. I had the fried cat fish, but I think it was sway, not cat. It was m ot good. I also had their greens, and they were awful, too. My mom had the gumbo, and she was not happy either. Their service was ok.

I remember coming here as a kid, which obviously meant I had to come back! I decided to take the lady here on an anniversary dinner and it did NOT disappoint. Although I don't think the venue can match the charm of the original location, it was still very nice, secluded and well kept. I'd like to say we got the full experience! We started off the meal with seafood gumbo and oysters Rockefeller, both of which were phenomenal. Our entrees were the redfish etoufee and the fish pontchartrain, both rich and extremely flavorful in their own right. For dessert we got the beignets, of which neither of us have never had. Although it is a bit pricey, you could always do way worse in the city. Our server Joe was also very professional and accommodating. We cant wait to come back!

This place is not cheap. But the ambiance, service and food is top notch. The old fashioned was so perfect. I enjoyed it thoroughly. The meals are all of a nice Cajun cuisine but elevated for a five star experience. Some dishes lacked a bit of flavor but dab some of their hot sauce on and it was perfect. The fried chicken was especially great. Nothing disappointed. We took a wide sampling of the desserts as well. Sweet potato cheese cake was excellent. The beignets were also great although some dipping cause could have taken them to the ultimate level (Grand Lux Cafe style). All and all, I'd be back here. Even the coffee was above average.

Everything was wonderful. The food, the drinks and the service was all excellent. Must try the Alligator Cheesecake. It's like a giant jalapeño popper with alligator meat...so good. I loved the decor, it was like a homage to New Orleans Saloons.

Great experience. The food and drinks were excellent. My wife is vegan so the vegan menu is appreciated. I can't say enough good things about the service we had. We'll be back for sure.

Great ambiance. Easy parking. The food was outstanding. We'll be back probably sooner rather than later

Let's start with the bad first, it's a little cold in there. Ok now let's get on with it. I honestly don't even know where to start. The service is excellent. As soon as you walk through the door you're greeted by a wonderful set of hostesses who give off amazing energy and are so polite. The service staff are amazing as well, they understand the menu and can tell you all about each item and give wonderful suggestions with the food and drinks. Now the food simply put is orgasmic. Your tastebuds will do a nice dance for you and you'll honestly want more after each bite! The portions are big though so prepay to take some food with you!

Whew, this was a debacle! My friends and I drove down at 2:15 from Chicago for our 3:30 pm reservation. Unbeknownst to us, there was crazy traffic and what should have taken 40 minutes ended up taking over 2 hours. My mom and stepdad arrived on time and the restaurant, which is extremely busy and popular, couldn't seat our group of 5 until 8:15. We understood! They also offered my parents a table for 2 at that time. We showed up promptly at 8:15 and had to wait until about 8:45 to be seated. The same manager who helped my mother change our reservation to the evening gave us a round of drinks for the wait! This was a super generous gesture and was greatly appreciated. Truly, nobody was pissed about the wait anyway but it was still super kind of her. The food was spectacular. I'm shocked at some reviews saying things lacked flavor because I thought everything was delicious and large enough for sharing. All the seafood was amazing though I'd have to give top honors to the jambalaya. Don't forget to save room for dessert! Our server always appeared when we needed her but never felt like she was hovering. We got handed a few curveballs leading up to this experience but my whole group had an amazing time and would come here again any time. Well worth a little drive if you are craving this type of food.

VEGAN MENU!! We came here for our wedding anniversary. I am vegetarian and my husband is not and everything we ordered was outstanding!! Joe was our waiter and did a wonderful job. We drove quite a ways to get there, but we will definitely be back!!!

The interior exudes a cool and romantic vibe. Despite it being our second visit, we chose to dine outside this time. The outdoor atmosphere was decent, and the food was good. A fantastic local spot with great vibes.

Overall a nice spot to try out. Ambiance is very cozy, service is usually good. The fried catfish is the best thing on the menu. It is so crispy and flavorful, some of the best I've had and that's a big thing to say. Everything else is pretty decent, gumbo is better at papaduex but still a must try in the south suburbs. For the full review: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT8MSXwjf/

Maple Tree Inn is one of the best restaurants in the south suburbs. If you're a fan of Cajun/creole food then you'll enjoy this place. The jambalaya has changed throughout the years though. When they were in the Blue Island location the jambalaya was the best thing on the menu. It's not so much the best thing anymore, similar to Zataran's now. The BBQ shrimp and grits is the thing to order here now, it's amazing. The sides are also very good and reasonably priced. I definitely recommend this place if you like Cajun food.

Very good food, atmosphere and pleasant service. My wife and I are glad that this restaurant is in the neighborhood.

Went tonight for dinner for my dad's birthday with my family. We didn't have a reservation so we had to sit outside. It wasn't bad, but today was sunny and the umbrella didn't cover the entire table so we baked some lol. This is just past downtown Homewood and in a quiet area so no noise interference. Our server, Gina, was so sweet and accommodating. Our meals were also great. I thoroughly enjoyed my entree of the burnt ends. They were tender and delicious, accompanied by creamy grits and cabbage that was just ok. All in all a great place to dine for a family or on a date.

Great choice for date night I actually found this place on tick tock very happy with my selection. This is like a hidden gym. I've never heard of it. I definitely heard of homeboy but now I'm saying they have a few restaurants that's worth checking out there. This was my choice along with the a paint activity which is a couple of blocks away. Only thing I wasn't feeling was that you have to reserve this restaurant with a card which has a $25 fee. If you do not cancel I think within 24 hours. I as I understand restaurants took a hit during covet but all these restrictions and holes and credit cards is to me a bit much. So for appetizer we went with beet salad. We were able to share it. This is a Creole inspired restaurant alot of things we are not able to eat because of my dietary restrictions but they still had the beef brisket. That was an option for us, the chicken and also with the steak. So me. I got the fried chicken which was too healthy. Portions of the chicken accompanied by macaroni and cheese in a little bit of greens on top of the chicken the greens were a little vinegary. The chicken was good. Seasoned macaroni and cheese was good cheesy as well. They browned it a little bit too much for my liking as well as the chicken but it was good. Next time if I go back and I get that I was just let them know. Please don't brown it too long as well as the Mac but the flavors were there. The acompany little sauce with the chicken was there as well. Huge portions. I could not finish it. My husband got the burnt beef brisket which comes with the meat sliced and I let them know. Please do not literally burn his food. It can be done but he we're going to have some issues if it's burnt like charcoal which it wasn't really season really well like the company sauce with that as well. His was laying on some grits. I also got an additional side which were the grits with horseradish and Gouda. Sounds really weird but it was so creamy and so delicious. I like it so much. For our drinks. I got a french 75 which definitely reminds me of New Orleans. It was really really good. A nice pore my husband got a margarita kind of heavy you on the ice but I believe he enjoyed it as well. Beautiful, I'm beyond a beautiful restaurant. The staff the customer service is top notch. Everyone is checking on you to see if you need anything from the water person to other wait staff to your own It was very pleasant. I will be back. I am very pleased with the dessert. The bread pudding banana foster was amazing

This place is the best!!! I visited this restaurant a couple of weeks ago. This was my 3rd visit and I have never been disappointed. The food is always delicious, and the service staff is always professional. I had made reservations as a couple and was unable to be seated at my appointed time. The manager apologized for the delay and offered to give us complimentary drinks due to the delay! Now that's service! Of course, the food was impeccable! I would recommend this place to anyone! I plan on going back soon!!

I had dinner at Maple Tree Inn with family and friends after attending a Yelp Elite Event (YEE). Chicago and surrounding areas have great restaurants, but I wasn't sure if the food at Maple Tree would live up to my expectations because I live in Houston and we have a ton of great Cajun and Creole spots. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed my food and how much I ate (I had indulged in drinks and appetizers at the event so I didn't think I would eat as much as I did lol). I started with the R&R cocktail (vodka based). It was really good and refreshing. For my entrée, I ordered the Burnt Ends. They were very tender and had a sweetness from the BBQ sauce. My favorite part of this dish was the gouda grits. They were so good and flavorful and really complimented the meat and cabbage. I would have been happy with just the grits. I tried a bite of my aunt's catfish. It was seasoned so well and the batter was nice and crispy. I wish I would have ordered that instead. It was so good! We were all trying each other dishes and the winner of the night was definitely the catfish. We ordered dessert to go (Fried Peach Shortcake), but I didn't try any because I was just so full. It looked really tasty though. The restaurant had a nice décor. The lighting was kind of dark which created a nice ambiance, but it was a tad difficult to read the menu (my vision sucks lol). Our server was really nice and did a great job of taking care of us. If I have the opportunity to eat here again, I'm definitely ordering that catfish!

Everything top shelf, all food selections for my party were great, service vg, seating.private

One of my favorite restaurants located in the south suburban area. I usually order the fried shrimp as an appetizer. The shrimp is fresh and battered in cornmeal with a little spice. I also like their jumbo, which is pretty good. However my favorite is the fried which is one of the best that I ever had. Maple tree also serve special drinks which seem to change every season. Overall, one of the best creole restaurants outside of New Orleans.

I went here for my birthday dinner. The food was absolutely amazing . Service impeccable. The ambience is family friendly. The birthday treat was so good. I Look forward to eating here again.

Absolutely amazing food. I love love love the fried green tomatoes. The jalapeno drink is spot on and the staff was amazing.

As far as good tasing food goes this was the place for me & my family,-one of a very few restaurants that I can actually say that has a complete menu of excellent tasting food everything we ordered(& we ordered a lot) was not only tasteful but prepared flavorfully & with sauces the complemented each dish. the warm corn bread is a must try for southern style cornbread fans I'd return to the restaurant just for this item alone, I was also very impressed with the vegan version of jambalaya,-slightly spicy but very edible

My second visit here and it was even better than my first! Beautiful restaurant and nice location. Met a few friends for dinner on a Sunday night, made a reservation for 3 and was seated promptly. Ross, our server, was awesome! He was very informative and helped one of my friends pick out a great non alcoholic drink. 2 of us ordered Jambalaya which was a huge portion and extremely tasty! The other entree was Burnt Ends on Cheese grits - amazing! Probably one of the best tasting Burnt Ends/Brisket that I have tried. Prices are pretty reasonable, maybe a bit pricey, but I don't mind paying $$$ for great service and amazing food!

I haven't been to their newest location but the others I visited were very nice. Even my companions enjoyed their dining experience. Good food, great service and a warm atmosphere all added to the ambiance. If you enjoy New Orleans cuisine than I highly recommend this place for dinner/a meal....! BTW - the tables had white table linens but the former locations were not fancy or pretentious....! N'joy!

delicious fresh food and the cocktails are good as well. I love everything in the menu and friendly attentive staff

Again an amazing evening!! We were there for my birthday and our 3rd wedding anniversary. Gina was our server and she is absolutely fantastic. All service here is fantastic and the food is always 2nd to none! Definitely and highly recommend Maple Tree Inn!!

I had the fried catfish and it was really delicious. I don't normally eat all my food when I go out. But this... all food was eaten before I left. I would definitely recommend.

Food is great Atmosphere wonderful hospitality superb, get the house drink it is so good five out of five

Stumbled upon this restaurant while looking on Open Table. It is truly a gem! It has become part of our restaurant rotation. My husband and I get the fried green tomatoes, fried chicken, catfish and grits, brisket and we had the crème brûlée spin on the bread pudding. The drinks are awesome too. I highly recommend visiting this restaurant

The food was amazing to me!!! I've gone to many places to eat. Nothing has now compared to Maple Tree Inn. Tasty and not to mentioned "hot.." the oysters I didn't care for. Everything else that my party and I ordered was better than I've had in a while. I could actually taste the cheddar cheese in the Mac n cheese. The entrees of Catfish, shrimp and grits and the fried chicken thighs. Juicy and very flavorful. I'm into flavors and maple tree inn delivered. Dirty rice was spicy but good. Everything was still 5 stars. I didn't care for the key lime pie ; too thick and I didn't get the key lime favors.. The drinks were on point. No complaints Malbec / tequila silver shot

Had such a nice meal here with my family. Really tasty Cajun-Creole fare that you wouldn't expect passing by this place, which gives very much ski lodge vibes. I had the hickory BBQ shrimp which was served in a tangy-sweet sauce with fried cheddar crisps and the garlic mashed potatoes as a side. I found myself wanting more and more of that sauce, just yum. For dessert we had the beignets, because when in Rome. Fluffy, fresh and powdered to perfection. All in all, a really pleasant experience and I am plotting on the blackened scallops with crab risotto when I come back!

Red beans & rice very flavorful Fried fish delicious Skillet corn bread is a Must‼ Oyster Rockefeller very good Run punch drink is very good‼ Service was great

Big fan of Maple tree dating back to there Blue Island location Excellent food and drinks . The new location I has a nice vibe. Only wish they would have longer hrs

The people there were rude, we arrived at 2pm when they opened and then expected us to wait until 5pm and there was no one in the restaurant.

Awesome dinner! Started with the BbQ shrimp, the Pitmaster Gumbo, the Burnt Ends and the Southern catfish! All of it was fast, hot and tasty ! Sorry Fitbit to take pics. Authentic Creole food! We will be back! 5 stars!

Long post alert. I have reviewed this restaurant years ago when they were back in Blue Island. Now in Flossmoor, went here last night after a long day of shopping because it's in my neighborhood. It was warm, cozy, and smelled amazing. The hostess, Maya, was amazing! I met her for all of one minute and she had the right spirit, inviting and polite! Now on to the food/service. We ordered the following entrees: fried chicken, catfish, and the ribeye dinner. Overall the food was very good. The problem was our server. I am a little old school and I prefer a server who looks "restaurant clean" all around. When I met him I felt a little uneasy because he was heavily bearded and all I could think about was that hair falling into my food. But I attempted to be flexible and not address that issue and ask for a different server. Our server gave off this energy that he tolerated us, but didn't care to service us. I couldn't figure out what I wanted to drink so I told him to pick. He delivered the drink and it was good. He didn't check to make sure I liked the drink and in fact, he checked on us when the food was delivered, not after we had a chance to taste the food. I didn't eat all of my steak entre because I wanted to ensure I saved space for dessert so I sat my plate to the side. He didn't read table cues, he never returned to the table. I watched him service his other tables but it felt like he was intentionally ignoring our table. We were getting the vibes that he thought we weren't going to tip. It was so bad, I just asked the manager for to go boxes and the dessert menu. After boxing up our food and patiently waiting for our server to return...my husband got upset. He stated," do you need this dessert?" He was agitated because literally the server never checked in. He had to realize he didn't deliver those boxes, just at what point would he acknowledge our table?!? I then called for the manager and explained our dilemma. The manager offered us a free dessert but we declined. It's not about having free food. We care about the service. The food and the service is a packaged deal. If you have one and not the other, you still end up dissatisfied. I let the manager know that we have class and understand the tipped wages. The service that we received today from our waiter was despicable and not tip worthy. The manager was table-side nice, but I got the feeling that she wasn't going to do or say anything about it to the employee. I then let her know that we are going to tip, but just not him. I asked for her to send the hostess Maya back to the table and had to let her know that we appreciated her service. After showing her the bill, we tipped her more than what the suggested 22% or 25% that was recommended on the bill. I'll give this restaurant another chance, but not too soon.

Food was amazing!! I had the fried chicken thighs with macaroni and cornbread. It was amazing. The service was great too!!

Made an afternoon ressie at the bar for two. Had to place a $10 deposit to do so. If it bothers you then you should probably be looking elsewhere. Zero issue on our side. Food, newer menu release was fantastic. Tried the Pitmaster gumbo. Recommend putting a chunk of their specialty cornbread in to mop up the broth toward the end. Brussels sprouts were tasty not as spicy as we were expecting. Entrees were DELICIOUS. Smoked pork chop and Burnt Ends w Polenta. Finished w Beignets and an off menu drink (Creole Coffee). Bartender Emily is as Chicago Professional as they come. Valet parking on Saturdays is a bonus. The hospitality, drinks and cuisine are top notch. Will repeat.