Reviews for The Rosebud in Chicago, IL
We arrived at Rosebud with a party of 9 and they were able to accommodate us within 5 minutes without reservations (off to a... good start). We had a server named Teddy, he was very friendly, he can come across a little strong, he was very direct (if notyour cup of tea, you might want to ask for another server), very prompt, attentive we were very pleased as he made us laugh andmade our night entertaining. Our food was tasty and were very large portions. The service was prompt and my cup of water wasnever empty. We we ordered some beverages (beer and mixed drinks) all very cold and well made drinks. Overall, we were veryimpressed by the whole atmosphere, service and extremely satisfied with our experience from entering the door to our leaving therestaurant. Thank you for making it a good experience for our large party of 9. Read more
Super awesome staff. Pluses include location being relatively in the heart of downtown a block or 2 from mag mile. Ample parking... spaces in the area. Great and speedy service. We ordered and had our food out in less than 20 minutes. They were able to squeezeour last minute reservation in and seated us even though we were a little early. Would highly recommend! Read more
I’m happy with picking this place when there’s a plethora of Italian restaurants just like it. Every dish I saw others eat... look filling and picturesque, so that was my first impression that I was in for a treat. It’s on the expensive side but it’san experience. Upon entry you see a wall of celebrities that have been there. I chose to sit inside the restaurant but on anicer day probably would’ve sat on the patio. It’s all about preference. Didn’t like the shrimp ala rosebud. BREAD isdry and served cold. Balsamic vinaigrette and olive oil is all anything that can help it. Server was helpful. I was lookingforward to the Veal Parmesan and exceeded my expectations. The caprese salad is exceptional. My buddy got the linguine withclams and garlic bread. Read more
When i lived in Chicago, j used to come here for brunch and people watch on their bistro. Now i come here at least once during... my visits to Chicago. I wasn’t able to wait for a table outside because I was on schedule. Sat on the basement for the veryfirst time. ???????? Good service and atmosphere, as per usual. Read more
A Chicago icon, also the best value for restaurant week I've ever seen. For $55 you received a 5 course meal, not joking! We... had mushrooms (amazing!), Calamari (terrible), Cesar salad and caprese, (great!), And a vodka pasta and cheese ravioli, (bothgood in their different sauces), and for the main chicken parmesan and a small steak. (Pics attached) Both did not seem likesmaller portions at all! Finally at the end we got the cheesecake, (order this!) we were so full we only wanted the one dessertto share. Outside of restaurant week get the lasagna, one of my favorite dishes in all of Chicago! I've been here 5+ times andhave never been disappointed, such a great spot for a date night or larger group. Food: 5/5 Wine selection: 4/5 Read more
Came here with the family for early dinner on Saturday. We were seated in the middle of an empty dining room upstairs instead of... by a window with a nice view to keep the kids entertained. We ordered veal Parmesan, baked ziti and some other dishes. Warning:NO choices for the kiddos, so be ready to get creating with side dishes. I would not consider any single dish to be flavorful.Noodles, basic tomato sauce, bunch of mozzarella cheese on top. None of it was any special except for the prices. Service staffis not very helpful so unless you understand how each dish is served you will be eating leftovers for the next three days. Wewere told that the 3% service charge automatically added to your bill is to offset the prices listed in the menu. One of thewaiters informed us that the restaurant didn’t want to spend the money printing new menus with updated prices and instead areadding 3% service charge at the end of the meal. This charge is added automatically but it’s optional to pay. With so manygreat new style Italian restaurants in the city I guess it’s time for us to venture out in search for a great Italian meal. Read more
Bellisimo. Beautiful, romantic, quiet and pretty much perfect. The food was wonderful! So satisfying that it felt like home. ... The service was extremely good, prompt, professional, friendly and funny. We also had two of the best martinis in Chicago! Iliked being in the main dining room but I bet the porch is nice in good weather. I think my favorite thing was thelighting-sometimes good lighting can really make an evening memorable. Read more
This restaurant can be summed up by somewhat large portions of italian food that is quite subpar at best. The fact that I prefer... Olive Garden over this by a longshot should tell you everything you need to know. The fried calamari was chewy and not cookedtender. If a fine dining establishment can mess up a simple calamari thats a bad sign. The portion size was okay. The veal parmwas a great portion but messy and ridiculous amount of cheese. The breading was a soggy mush due to the cheeese and sauce andthe veal itself was so thin that it bordered on overcooked. The shrimp bisque my brother had .. had not even a piece of shrimpon top. Just a few croutons. You would think it wouldnt hurt to put some actual solid pieces of shrimp in a shrimp bisque. Theserver however was very polite and nice.. to us anyways. Heard him being super aggressive with one couple but no idea aboutwhat.. it was upon them leaving. Will not be returning. Read more