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Wood

New American Restaurant, Tapas Restaurant, and Cocktail Bar$$$$
Lake View East, Chicago
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    Dre-Marie S.
    "Try the Sweet Potato Tortellini and the Country Ham Flatbread!"(2 Tips)
    Adrienne E.
    "The steak tartare and the braised short ribs are to die for"(4 Tips)
    Chirag P.
    "Fantastic vegetarian food including pappardelle and gnocchi."(4 Tips)
    Nick F.
    "Trendy, tasty, pricy"(3 Tips)
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  • Chicagoist
    ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014
    There’s something glorious about sauntering home with a cone of hot pommes frites in your hand, dipping each shoestring potato in your choice of sauce before popping it in your mouth. Read more
  • Chicago Tribune
    Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014
    The richly satisfying chocolate fudge cake, which stretches dramatically across the plate, is flanked by black raspberry ice cream, black raspberry puree and creme fraiche. Read more
  • Amy W.heart icon on user image
    Amy WallochJune 13, 2014
    Can't say enough great things about this place. Patio was perfect for a summer night. Staff was beyond nice and the food was fantastic. Reco the carrot and burrata small plates. Short ribs, heavenly!!
  • Marizza R.
    Marizza R.CunneenFebruary 8, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Impeccable,unique and exquisite dinners. Ambiance is amazing. Bryan, our waiter was very personable. Gustavo, my favorite bartender, makes the most creative bevvys ever. I love everything about Wood!
  • Linda F.heart icon on user image
    Linda FelterAugust 15, 2014
    I couldn't get enough of the gnocchi in the roasted chicken breast dish. Also a huge fan of the flatbread! Great people watching on the patio.
  • Kelly S.heart icon on user image
    Kelly SchneiderFebruary 28, 2016
    Potato gnocchi is amazing for an appetizer, we split the short ribs and scallops and both were delicious. We will definitely go back!
  • Stephen H.heart icon on user image
    Stephen HayesNovember 3, 2017
    Order the Earls Anatomy, it's delicious and it comes in a tiny glass bathtub!
  • Chicago Tribune
    Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014
    The veggie-focused will love the mezze, a texturally varied platter of charred eggplant, labne, tabbouleh, falafel and black tahini. Read more
  • James G.heart icon on user image
    James GoekeJanuary 21, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Don't miss the charcuterie, country ham flatbread, tagliatelle, braised short ribs and the fried chicken when they're on the menu.
  • Dre-Marie S.
    Dre-Marie StilesJanuary 11, 2014
    Absolutely delicious!!!! Amazing ambiance!!!! Must go. Try the Sweet Potato Tortellini and the Country Ham Flatbread!
  • Anastasia B.
    Anastasia BelozertsevaJanuary 24, 2014
    The brunch menu is pretty small but oh, so delicious. I loved the polenta, reminded me of my childhood.
  • Chicago Tribune
    Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014
    House-made focaccia is a $5 up charge that's well worth the investment. The bread is very good, tall and spongy as it should be. Read more
  • Redeye Chicago
    Redeye ChicagoAugust 3, 2014
    Consider a mid-evening bite at rustic-inspired Wood, where the seasonal food menu more than holds its own alongside artfully presented cocktails. Read more
  • Chirag P.heart icon on user image
    Chirag PatelDecember 21, 2014
    Fantastic vegetarian food including pappardelle and gnocchi.
  • Bruce P.
    Bruce PhillipsSeptember 30, 2012
    After 10PM go around the back and get an order of Truffle Aioli pomme frites directly from the kitchen. AMAZING and only $5.
  • Kevin
    KevinOctober 14, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Corned beef hash is the busy I've ever had. Mimosas are delish and the garlic sausage... WOW! Excellent breakfast!!
  • Lisa P.heart icon on user image
    Lisa PatelDecember 22, 2014
    Vegetarian done right! Pumpkin pasta dish was amazing. Gnocchi was like none I've ever had
  • michelle j.
    michelle jimenezNovember 11, 2015
    Loved the atmosphere! Good service, friendly bartenders!
  • Miles S.heart icon on user image
    Miles SkorpenNovember 22, 2015
    Great wine selection. Scribe, Scholium, and Orin Swift!
  • Amanda C.
    Amanda CooperOctober 3, 2012
    Great cocktails, staff, and we loved the bacon flat bread pizza! A new favorite in Boys Town!
  • Matt K.heart icon on user image
    Matt KnustJune 23, 2021
    Great drinks & beers. Can't go wrong with their burger!
  • Reid B.heart icon on user image
    Reid BarwickOctober 21, 2017
    Brunch options great presentation, savory, with modest portions
  • Erin W.heart icon on user image
    Erin WhelanMarch 17, 2017
    Cocktails and wine list are incredible! Great service!
  • Dana J.heart icon on user image
    Dana JensenDecember 18, 2015
    The venison and sweet potato sour cocktail were delicious
  • Cody M.
    Cody M.March 9, 2019
    Spicy mango margarita (the bully drink) for the win!
  • Graham H.heart icon on user image
    Graham HSeptember 15, 2013
    No joke the best garden salad I've ever had.
  • J. C.
    J. ChicagoOctober 10, 2012
    good drinks, friendly bartender, great chic atmosphere without the pretension
  • Adrienne E.heart icon on user image
    Adrienne EdwardsNovember 10, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    The steak tartare and the braised short ribs are to die for
  • Stephanie B.
    Stephanie BreslinApril 27, 2014
    Sit at the bar. Order a cocktail and let the magic unfold.
  • Taylor L.
    Taylor LeetAugust 30, 2013
    Great staff, decadent food, and strong drinks.
  • Patrick T.
    Patrick TimmerdingAugust 12, 2013
    The fried chicken small plate is 'like chicken dipped in yummyness!' :)
  • Grainne R.heart icon on user image
    Grainne ReganJuly 19, 2015
    Exquisite tapas. Scallops were devine.
  • Steve S.
    Steve SatekAugust 12, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    Really cute owner! He looks like a cross between superman and a lumberjack
  • Nick F.heart icon on user image
    Nick FruendtOctober 27, 2015
    Trendy, tasty, pricy
  • Heather Y.heart icon on user image
    Heather YoungOctober 4, 2020
    The flatbread was amazing!
  • Julie K.heart icon on user image
    Julie KayOctober 1, 2012
    Great food, great drinks, AMAZING bartenders!!
  • David H.heart icon on user image
    David HoltzAugust 6, 2016
    This place is pretty pricey, but overall the food / drinks were high quality.
  • Yamile M.
    Yamile MgAugust 25, 2014
    The Lox Benedict for brunch!!
  • Patrick T.
    Patrick TimmerdingAugust 12, 2013
    The scallops are to die for!
  • Teri P.
    Teri PytelJanuary 8, 2014
    Tarte flambé- yes, yes, yes
  • Jacob B.
    Jacob BangJune 26, 2012
    Nice food and friendly people. Go there ...
  • David O.heart icon on user image
    David OstrowMay 18, 2016
    Brunch was great!
  • Caitlinheart icon on user image
    CaitlinMarch 18, 2016
    overpriced for generic new american small plates
  • Deb B.
    Deb Bacon-GeorgeDecember 14, 2012
    Not very active in helping guests at the bar. First impressions always hurt.
  • Matthew P.
    Matthew PattersonSeptember 29, 2013
    Brunch was decent. Slow service and mediocre bloody Mary's. Nice patio
  • Emily J.
    Emily JurlinaAugust 20, 2014
    A little pricy. Skip the burrata. It's so small and not worth the price.
  • Violet L.
    Violet LarryOctober 10, 2012
    Beautiful place, great food!!!
  • Jason T.
    Jason TOctober 10, 2012
    Boing oing oing. Wood. Huhuh
  • Will K.
    Will KnightMarch 24, 2013
    The bartender is no were to be found
  • Frank B.
    Frank B.July 13, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Good food. Mediocre service.
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