Reviews for Hemmingway's Bistro in Oak Park, IL
A bit pricey, but well worth it for a once in a while treat. It's gorgeous, the food amazing, and the menu still flexible, the... staff was super friendly, but busy as bees rushing around. Could use some more staff members, but the staff today were supersweet and were above and beyond despite juggling more than they should have to. Back to the food and, I repeat myself, it wasdelicious!! The atmosphere was very relaxed and it's a well built and even better designed place. Had a great time here, andcertainly suggest you pay it a visit, as well as the Hemingway Birthplace House just up the block, to which they owe theirnamesake. Read more
Let me start with service, because it was the best part! The service is impeccable! Our server was knowledgeable and really... nice! No complains at all! Perfect! The restaurant has a good location but no parking. It is ok because you can always find aspot on the street. Food was ok. My dish was average ( chicken salad) but my friend’s dish was awesome! I tried it and it wasso savory and tasty! Delicious! She ordered some crepes (even though it doesn’t look like classic crepes, you will see thephoto). All in all I think this place needs some renovation, but- maybe it is the goal to keep place like this, a little bit oldfashioned, I don’t know??????? Read more
Great service! Awesome food. This has been one of my favorite placed for good dining since I moved to Oak Park more than 20... years ago. Last night, the steak fries was perfect - medium was truly medium! And the lobster salad, delightful - nice chunks oflobster, over generous slices of mandarin orange and grapefruit, all coming together nicely. Wonderful! Read more
In summary: Hemingway will roll over in his grave for his name being used like this. - We waited 30 mins after we finished our... appetizers (45 mins after we ordered) for our overcooked, yet cold fries, cold fish, untoasted bun that became soggy with wetlettuce. And tiny lobster toast which came at the same time was burnt on the bottom. Versus, a mid-aged couple who came AFTERus got a good service from the same server, got their food in timely manner, and most importantly, got their food hot. By thetime they were done with their food, and was ready for their check, we got our cold, soggy, burnt food. When we asked to speakto the manager to address this issue, conveniently, all the managers were gone for the day. Read more
OMG I WANT TO EAT HERE EVERYDAY!!!! Absolutely incredible food! Wonderful service! Fantastic drinks! Everything was perfect.... Definitely coming back Read more
Hemingway's Bistro gets my go to rating for fresh seafood with french flair. Located within a mid rise a block from Lake street,... their space is cozy and unique. The restaurant and bar scream french bistro while the table setting and menu are elevated. Wecame here for seafood and standard french cuisine was not disappointing. A daily board menu greet guests upon entering and thestaff was gratious to have us. Today's board included mushroom bisque, halibut, well point oysters and a mango souffle...Weopted for two of the four specials and they were just the right amount of food. Oysters on the half shell for starters, entreesof Halibut with fingerling potatoes, mushrooms and roasted brussel sprouts and lamb shank with spaetzle and broccolini. Servicewas impeccable, throughout our meal with a very attentive wait staff. Wine bottles are a bit pricey with an average of $50, butworth the splurge. We'll be back for the souffle and pumpkin donut as we did not make room for dessert. Hemingway's Bistro isfamily friendly and a most welcoming restaurant. Read more
Great family date night. Perfectly cooked duck and steak. Sides were unparalleled. Dessert was absolutely gourmet. Our waiter... was perfectly on time with every move. I can't think of a better place to recommend. Parking was a little unusual. It appears tobe a mansion in converted into a restaurant. You may not expect it to be in the neighborhood while driving. Ten out of fivestars ?????? Read more
Walked in and seated immediately. Friendly staff, beautiful restaurant. Excellent food. Would be good for a romantic date night.