The Good Wolf

If you’ve ever gone to Little Bad Wolf (which if you haven’t then that’s also recommended!), then Good Wolf is a must-visit. As the sister restaurant, it brings the same inviting atmosphere but elevates the dining experience with more refined flavors and creative dishes. The monkfish and the duck gnocchi is a standout — perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. Don’t skip the lemon dessert either, it’s a delightful, refreshing finish to the meal. The service, drinks, and food were all top-notch, and the ambiance makes it a great choice for a date night or a casual get-together with friends. I’ll definitely be returning! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique yet approachable fine dining experience. Can’t wait to check it out again next time I’m in town!

What a great loungey place! Little bad wolf was busy so they recommended I go here. Thankfully I did. The atmosphere was so relaxed, the service was great and my meal was fantastic. Sid was an awesome bartender, very friendly and approachable. His drinks were so good. I had the beef Wellington and it was perfect. I can't wait to go back with my husband, I'm sure he's going to love it.

Went there yesterday to have dinner. My wife has been to their sister restaurant, Little Bad Wolf, which is good. So, we wanted to try this place too! The vibe is like a dark saloon. It seemed a little scattered when we first arrived, but everything settled down. There is patio seating as well as bar and typical tables. No reservations allowed but we got in right away. The food selection was cool. Like a spin on classic Italian and United States hand held foods. I had the artichoke parm and my wife had the chicken—both very good! The fries were well cooked. We wished we’d asked for a side salad in place of one of the fries, but it’s all good. The cheese curds were some of the best I’ve had recently and the sauces were a nice touch especially together. I liked the musical selection, but it was a tad bit too loud. The costs were also pretty affordable, which is nice to make it accessible to more people. The drinks were also tasty.

The foie and chicken mousse was good, good flavor combinations but I wish the bottom later was creamy like the top to make it easier to spread on the bread. Steak tartare was also different. Much lighter than others I’ve had with the tomato and herbs contributing to that. I like a beefier flavor on the tartare, and given the amount of chips that come with the dish, I would add more protein. My favorite appetizer were the Cottage Fries, a heaping pile of manchego with a generous portion of prosciutto, I think this is a must order, and get their good sauce on the side to really elevate the dish. For the mains, we kick things off with their Gnocchi and Duck pasta. You can really taste the confit duck and the bread crumbs gave it a slightly crunchy texture. I loved it, and we also had to try the Lobster Reuben. I have I like the lobster tail and claw meat that was mild and sweet mixing with the traditional reuben ingredients. Obviously we had to try their burger because when in rome. We did the burger with the thick cut bacon. I liked the bacon, but I’m a fatty and wish it was even thicker like Au Cheval. For dessert, they had a phenomenal sweet Sticky Toffee. One of the best I’ve had.

We stoped by for just drinks on opening night and everything was perfect especially fang banger cocktail it was out of this world. Super excited to come back and try all the food. Now that I’ve come here several times I still believe the bar is exquisite, service is warm, and the space is cute and intimate but the food is honestly lacking, we tried everything on the menu at least once carbonara and crab salad twice, carbonara is so salty it’s hardly edible, cheese curds were pretty bad also. We did enjoy dessert. I really want this place to do well, we love our neighborhood restaurants, to be completely honest I had much higher hopes for GW mostly because their sister restaurants LBW and Gretel having such incredible dining experiences. I believe they should think about revamping their food menu.

Came in for a quick bite tonight. Had the carbonara and it was divine. Tried the red blend and it was equally divine. Japhin was amazing and kind and attentive. All in all 5 stars all around. Apparently I have to come back and try the burger according to japhin. 🤷‍♀️ Either way I’ll be back.

This new place in our neighborhood is really cool! ❤️‍🔥 I really loved the gnocchi and duck, I had the toffee pudding for dessert and it was a blast! 💥 Service is great, if you are looking a good place for a date night with amazing ambiance and lights, this is the perfect spot!

I was excited to try the newest addition to the little bad wolf and Gretel family and can say it was definitely worth checking out. If you’re looking for the classic burger you can still enjoy the waygu sliders too! I appreciated the menu was different as it suggests this restaurant group wasn’t going to just rest on its laurels. Notable dishes included: gnocchi and duck, waygu slider, and the monkfish!

didn't think a step up from Little Bad Wolf was possible, but they achieved it. Incredible food and awesome staff with a classy bar and bartender to boot. A perfect date spot. Cheese curds were unique, all the sauces were great in different ways and the breading really was great. The Carbonara and double decker both were phenomenal, with both being so different from each other but nailing the flavors. My wife had named this and one of the best Espresso martinis in the city. Love The Good Wolf and everything chef Kohli is doing.

I've been a patron of the Little Bad Wolf ecosystem (Gretel, Wolf & Co., the coffee, butcher, and grocer) since the beginning, and I really want The Good Wolf to succeed. The ingredients and concepts are clearly high quality, but unfortunately, the execution of several dishes during my last visit resulted in a mixed and ultimately disappointing meal. The Hits and Misses: Duck Gnocchi: The base flavor was wonderfully comforting, but the entire dish was heavily over-seasoned to the point of being too salty. Shrimp: High-quality shrimp, but they were dry and significantly overcooked. They would benefit greatly from being served with a simple garlic herb butter. Crab Cabbage Salad: The char on the cabbage was a pleasant touch, and the amount of crab for the price was fair. However, the dish was unbalanced; there was too much raw red onion, which completely overwhelmed the sweet, delicate flavor of the crab. Chicken and Peppers: The chicken was moist and of excellent quality, which I appreciated. Yet, it lacked basic seasoning and really needed salt. It was served with an extremely generous--to the point of being wasteful--portion of fries. The cocktails were the highlight of the night, perfectly balanced and well-made. The service was also a bit strange. I also overheard two other tables expressing frustration with their service timing and attentiveness. The potential here is huge, but until the kitchen tightens up on seasoning consistency and preparation timing, it's hard to justify a higher rating. 3.2 stars

I came to The Good Wolf on a Friday night and I was surprised it wasn't busier! All the service staff were super friendly and helpful. The restaurant was very well decorated and felt sophisticated. I do wish they had a stricter dress code for the staff because some people's attire seemed too casual / not aligned to the restaurant's ambience in my opinion. I tried the following: -Piano and Jazz NA cocktail: it was good, a little too tart, but not bad for a NA option (4/5) -Cheese curds they were just okay (3/5) -Burger was phenomenal and had a nice spice to it (5/5) but unfortunately the fries were room temperature and definitely the low light of the meal (2/5) A solid four stars- I'd be happy to go back but I probably won't become a regular. The burger is definitely worth trying and if they clean up some details / make some easy adjustments to the food quality it could definitely become a 5-star stop.

Wait was overlong at the bad wolf on a Friday night so we ended up here, walked right in. Cool space but very loud for a small dining room. Gnocchi and duck confit were very tasty, those with sandwiches and fish and chips were underwhelmed.

This place is a fancier sister to the Bad Wolf. Perfect for a romantic date night! I visited twice, and the lighting can get pretty dark depending on where you're seated. They don't take reservations, but I haven't had any issues being seated right away during the weekdays. Highly recommend the cottage fries. I love the thinly sliced potatoes with prosciutto complemented with the softest shaved manchego. It's a good size as well. The sticky toffee was amazing. It came out warm and the combination with ice cream was excellent. Gnocchi and duck was salty to me, and the dish was small for the price. The gnocchi itself was so soft and yummy though. There was fish dish that is no longer on the menu that was delicious and well seasoned. My friend enjoyed her carbonara as well. The carbonara is supposed to be one of the larger dishes so I would like to try that the next time I visit. The drinks here were great. I would visit the bar just for their cocktails. The service has been consistent both times. I can't wait to get the cottage fries again!

Came here with a few friends to celebrate a bday and we did mostly a family style. We got the cottage cheese fries and another pork dish (neither of which I tried bc I don't eat pork), 2 orders of oysters (very good), 2 orders of the duck gnocchi (good but very salty, enough to share IMO), italian beef (friend said it was good) and a bunch of drinks. With tax and tip it was around $550. The vibe is cool, a little loud but the music was old school hip hop - if you're in your 40's, think Buddha Lounge. Overall idk if I'd be back anytime soon but it's worth checking out.

Having just moved to the area from a different part of town, I've been working my way through the neighborhood establishments. So far this is at the top of the list! The atmosphere is very welcoming, the service extremely friendly and helpful, and the overall vibe is electric. Even though it was very busy, we were seated almost immediately at a "communal table" The food and drinks are what's really important at a restaurant/bar and neither disappoints. Everything looks, smells, and tastes even better than you would have hoped. Their fries, burgers, steak and even house dressings are all worth a visit. Each item had a very unique flavor and was delicious! Overall a fantastic place to visit in Andersonville and I intend to visit frequently.

I'm obsessed with this new place in our neighborhood, I really loved the gnocchi and duck and the toffee pudding was a blast Service was also great, if you like fancy vibes you're going to love the ambiance because lights and art are awesome, perfect for a date night!

The Good Wolf is a great place to stop in for a cocktail and/or food. They have just started a great Happy Hour with cocktail and wine specials and light bites. Service is fantastic. Matt the Monday bartender is excellent. Been here a dozen or so times over the past months and love the place.

If you've ever gone to Little Bad Wolf (which if you haven't then that's also recommended!), then Good Wolf is a must-visit. As the sister restaurant, it brings the same inviting atmosphere but elevates the dining experience with more refined flavors and creative dishes. The monkfish is a standout -- perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. Don't skip the lemon dessert either, it's a delightful, refreshing finish to the meal. The service, drinks, and food were all top-notch, and the ambiance makes it a great choice for a date night or a casual get-together with friends. I'll definitely be returning! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique yet approachable fine dining experience. Can't wait to check it out again next time I'm in town!

The burgers are as good as they say they are. Right in line with Au Cheval which one of my faves. Get the burger. Get the burger. Cocktails are good too. Casual ambiance

First time trying little bad wolf's cocktail bar and it didn't disappoint. The cocktails were solid and I love that it's a little brighter than bad wolf. They have a similar but distinctively different vibe. Highly recommend for a date

I don't wanna write a negative review because I know this place is only been open for about a month, but we were pretty disappointed and probably won't be back unless we hear better from our friends. The service is great. The server that we had was so knowledgeable and friendly and really made our experience nice. The cocktails are good, in line with their sister restaurant. The only day I'm hoping that they change work on the menu. Nothing we ordered at the table gave us any sort of wild factor, any reason to come back, and not very shareable honestly. I think if they can get up to the level of quality and consistency in the menu that their sister restaurant does, these guys can really have great success with this one but for now it's a wait-and-see.

The foie and chicken mousse was good, good flavor combinations but I wish the bottom later was creamy like the top to make it easier to spread on the bread. Steak tartare was also different. Much lighter than others I've had with the tomato and herbs contributing to that. I like a beefier flavor on the tartare, and given the amount of chips that come with the dish, I would add more protein. My favorite appetizer were the Cottage Fries, a heaping pile of manchego with a generous portion of prosciutto, I think this is a must order, and get their good sauce on the side to really elevate the dish. For the mains, we kick things off with their Gnocchi and Duck pasta. You can really taste the confit duck and the bread crumbs gave it a slightly crunchy texture. I loved it, and we also had to try the Lobster Reuben. I have I like the lobster tail and claw meat that was mild and sweet mixing with the traditional reuben ingredients. Obviously we had to try their burger because when in rome. We did the burger with the thick cut bacon. I liked the bacon, but I'm a fatty and wish it was even thicker like Au Cheval. For dessert, they had a phenomenal sweet Sticky Toffee. One of the best I've had.

The beef wellington was mid. Flavorful and some kicks here and there but I heard raving reviews about it and it didn't live up to the hype for me. The portions are on the smaller side. The waiter kept asking us if we were done, when our plates were still full...a bit odd but i appreciate the concern! To me it felt like a bar with a "fancied up bar food menu" if that makes sense. Nonetheless the ambiance is cute!

Have been to the sister restaurant (Little Bad Wolf) and always enjoyed. Good Wolf was equally as enjoyable if not even more because of the layout of the restaurant and quieter atmosphere. Food was delicious ! Had the Market Cut at MP and the steak tartare with homemade chips! So yummy! Steak was super juicy and fresh and the drinks were great! Recommend if you're looking for a smaller sized Little Bad Wolf experience that's still equally high quality.

We had dinner with some friends last weekend. The menu is limited for people with dietary concerns - nuts, gluten etc.. food was ok, nothing standout. Sitting outside would be lovely if it weren't on busy Bryn Mawr Ave which truly is not a vibe. I don't really understand why there are two restaurants next to each other sharing a kitchen and two menus when they feel the same. Seems like a lot of work for no reason. Probably would t hurry back.

Food was great service was good and the ambiance of the place was great. Only Thing I can complain about was the volume on the music. Felt like I was yelling to have a conversation with my friends

We were trying to have dinner at Little Bad Wolf and the hostesses recommended that we try their companion restaurant. We walked in and were greeted by a beautiful hostess that just exuded personality and warmth. We had amazing wait staff, the beef Wellington is one of the best things I have eaten in a long time, so don't miss that. The vibe was romantic and mysterious but attainable. I can't wait to go again. Is it the weekend yet?

Food was not what I expected. Ordered the "Steak Tartare" & the chips were salty af. Steak Tartare did not have much flavor & the consistency felt like throw up. Portions were sad. I heard Little Bad Wolf was better so we'll see lol.

Great food and atmosphere! Waiter was extremely kind. Service was perfect, highly recommend this spot.

Went for dinner and enjoyed what we ordered. Cheese curds to start followed by the Martini salad our entrees were the fish with broccolini side and the grits w mushrooms. Everything was very tasty. Service was as friendly and efficient but a little disorganized. Music at times was too electronic club style. Would have preferred some jazz music to fit the speakeasy vibe inside and be more conversation friendly. I will go back again, just hope the music is different.

I loooved this place! amazing food and service! the lobster reuben sandwich was delicious totally recommend, perfect spot for a date night

Really solid spot for cocktails, burgers are also amazing too if you want food. Great ambiance and service as well, had a great time!

My first time going to The Good wolf. I've been to the bad wolf and it's excellent. We went to celebrate my brother birthday. We sat down ordered drinks and they were ok not spectacular I mention this because the drinks for the price we paid should be spectacular not just ok. The staff was very welcoming and friendly. And the restaurant was very nice. We placed our order for food. My husband received his oysters and he loved them. Then my order came out fish and chips but no one else's it was weird I shared my fries with everyone I wasn't going to eat while everyone waited. Unfortunately the fries were cold I didn't say anything but we all noticed. Ten minutes later the rest of the food came out. The food was good but the service wasn't great food orders should come out at the same time. Hopefully they will adjust their service and it should be fine. I'll go back in a few months see if it has improved.

Simply had a wonderful experience at The Good Wolf. As frequent visitors of Little Bad Wolf, we were amazed (although we shouldn't have been) on our experience at The Good Wolf. Atmosphere, service, cocktails, food, everything was amazing. The highlight of our meal had to be the cheese curds, t-bone steak. I could've had second and third helpings of that carbonara. Excellent in every way. Can't wait to go back.

This was one of the best meals and experiences I've ever had. Every person working there took great care of us. They were friendly, attentive, and thorough. The quality is absolutely outstanding at a very reasonable price point. The drinks were so delicious and creative - to my surprise with each sip I felt the different flavor profiles grace my tongue in waves so I could fully appreciate what they brought to the drink. We enjoyed sliders, the crab salad, the Monkfish, the beef Wellington, and the lemon dessert. All were unique, cooked perfectly, and each bite was so savory I felt like the critic from Ratatouille experiencing absolute joy in my increasingly unimpressed soul. I also love what they did with the space; it's charming, elegant, and sexy. Thank you TGW for exceeding my expectations and taking the utmost care in birthing this new gem. I can't wait to visit again and try more of the menu.

Surprisingly mediocre, given how good the food at Little Bad Wolf is. The servers are nice, the room is pleasant. But do not expect the burger to taste the same as next door. The food is not really good here

Service was overeager bordering on oppressive (the busboy tried to take a plate with food on it twice and when he came over for the third time while I was actively eating off the plate, I gave up and let him). Everything we ordered was good, but not great and it all seemed unfinished. I'm sure they'll figure it out the longer they're open but the whole experience was pretty meh.

"Failed Attempt at Elevation" sums up the experience at the new brainchild of Little Bad Wolf (one of my favorite restaurants in the area). The Good Wolf, which sits next door with no signage, means well in its attempt to emulate its sister next door and definitely is the more glamorous of the two when it comes to appearances. She gives glamorous, dark, and moody vibes with a bit of sparkle that keeps it light. But serving face is ALL this bar (I would not call it a restaurant) does. Do not bother with the food. Not only will there be at least an hour delay before anything arrives at your table, but you and your guests orders will arrive erratically IF AT ALL. Should you enjoy those awkward moments of having to decide if you eat in front of others who don't have their food then this is your place my friend. Now let's talk about what actually makes it out of the kitchen (spoiler alert: it doesn't turn out well). The menu of light bites and small plates seems easy enough to execute considering what they pull off next door, but that's where you would be so very wrong. The food lacks flavor, presentation (if you're a fan of black plastic plates you'll be thrilled), and best of all if you are worried about food coming out too hot (or even really warm) you have one less thing to be concerned about. Table orders are clearly not cooked together on a ticket, or at all (orders get lost), so food clearly sits in the back waiting to be delivered for long periods of time (fried things coming out room temperature is a big giveaway). This brings us to the waitstaff facilitating that delicate dance from order to delivery. To make a long story short, the service from waitstaff is like watching a theater improv group get the cue "you work in a busy restaurant". There is plenty of movement and attempts to appear like they know what they are doing, but no attention is paid to what is going on at their tables (no check-ins, plates pile up, etc.) terrible communication skills with customers, and ultimately a genuine aloofness (the most memorable part outside of the fare at a restaurant is the friendliness and attentiveness of the service) which appears to be coming from pure inexperience. Multiple staff we interacted with did not know anything about what they were setting down on the table and just apologized. Don't expect management to have any oversight of what is going on because they are nowhere to be found unless called over to attempt to fix an issue at a table. Because I feel like it's important to leave things on a positive note, I will say that they do make a decent drink. However, you'll want to go pick it up yourself from the sidebar once the bartender makes it so it doesn't sit there for long periods of time watering down. This area seems to be visible to tables but not the waitstaff even when walking right by. Little Bad Wolf may want to consider continuing to hold off on any signage for a while at The Good Wolf until they bring the food and service up to a standard worth the association with an establishment as wonderful as its big sister.

Amazing restaurant. The ambiance and decor is stunning. Love the vibe. Large selection of wine but went with a vodka soda and needless to say they have a great pour here. Ordered shrimp dejonghe, wagyu sliders, oysters and beef wellington. Everything was delicious. The shrimp are huge and enough to share as well as the wellington. Also ordered the broccolini and had to get a second order! Will definitely be back to try the other menu options.

Was eager to try out the new spot but not likely to return. The decor is really cool and reminds me of a swanky hotel setting or a place in NYC. The drinks were fine. Service was okay but nothing to write home about. The food was overpriced for what you get. No one in our party was impressed by the flavors and definitely not the portions. Like another review mentioned, it may be a better place to check out for a late night snack but definitely not for dinner.

We came in for a girls night in Chicago for a friends birthday. We walked in and the host was so friendly and felt so welcoming. Drinks were fantastic. We were not rushed to put food in at all which was so nice to just enjoy our night out. We ordered the cottage fries, dirty martini salad, sliders, and shrimp de jonghe for appetizers. All of which were amazing. Our entrees which included the carbonara, gnocchi and duck as well as the beef Wellington did not disappoint! The atmosphere was perfect for a girls night with friends, a date night or even a work event. I can not recommend it enough!

A neighborhood spot for a late night snack. Otherwise, it's not a place for dinner. Do not expect typical service or a dining experience. Hence a list of food items vs separate appetizer, entree, and desert menus. Also, likely why they do not take reservations. Drinks are average. People are nice. It's nothing special- but it's ok. I will not go back or recommend. There are many other restaurants for dinner in Andersonville.

This place was amazing from top to bottom. First the food was phenomenal! You have to try the monkfish and the duck & gnocchi. The deserts are really good too. The lemon tart blew my mind. The atmosphere was impressive. Really nice bar aesthetic and great upscale modern feel all around. The bathrooms were even really nice which is a small detail but very appreciated. Lastly the staff was super friendly, really knowledgeable about the menu, and had just the right amount of attentiveness to our table. I would expect nothing less from the people who created Little Bad Wolf right next door.

We had great service, outstanding.food and service. They have a huge selections of beer on tap. We will beback for another burger and the macaroni and cheese is out of this world!

Love when I find the new 'it' spot first to take my friends to. Super cool interior, awesome food and great drink menu. Don't sleep on dessert either - the sticky toffee was amazing. Loved our server too. I'll definitely be back soon.