Dowize Bistro - Carta

Torino Ramen

➤ 1162 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, Illinois, USA, 60091, United States

Carta • Cafés • Asian • Ramen • Japanese

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"I had a pork bao bun and the Sammy ramen with sweet corn. I do think that the bao bun was missing something like shredded carrots. It needed something more. The ramen was absolutely delicious. I ate my entire bowl. It was that good. Our waiter was super friendly and attentive. Our food came out in a timely manner. I will say that inside, there were a lot of flies. Having worked in the industry, it's really important to have that under control especially if there is raw fish around. I also don't think that management was present in the front of the house. There were employees on their phones and eating in front of customers. I do think that was also distracting. That's why I gave a 4 instead of a 5. But I will definitely be coming back for more ramen."

Whiskey Thief

➤ 616 Davis Street Evanston, IL 60201, 60201-4458, United States

Carta • Pubs • Cheese • American • Breakfast-brunch

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"on Easter Sunday in the expectation of a quantity, but there were tables available and many employees. our server was super nice, got us the free Moimosa deal (with order of a deer) and even asked me if I wanted a second 5 minutes a day (as the deal ends at 12:00 a.m.). frittata and avocado toast were both delicious, mimosas were mostly champagne and a generous size, our server was great and the atmosphere is really nice. we had been once, right after the place opened, the service was only so and eating was good, but the menu was a bit expensive, but this second visit feels like they had gotten their step, the menu has expanded and has more price range, and that was both eating great."

Blind Faith Cafe

➤ 525 DempsterIL 60201, Evanston, United States

Carta • Cafe • American • Fast Food • Vegetarian

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"We have supported and enjoyed Blind Faith for years but the prices have gotten so high relative to the food served. My mediocre stuffed avocado at $19 with plain lettuce on the side left me unsatisfied, and the still very tasty Blind Faith salad at $17 which is 95% lettuce, overall gives me pause. With 2 drinks and one appetizer of Brussels sprouts our meal was over $80 before tip. The vibe is still, as always, friendly and inviting, and service good. At this price point I feel like I am mostly just offering my support to a local place, rather than getting a meal that I can’t wait to have again."

Prairie Moon

➤ 1635 Chicago Ave, 60201, Evanston, United States

Carta • Salads • Seafood • American • Sandwiches

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"Prairie Moon is a diamond in the rough for Evanston in every meaningful way. I have now been 3 or 4 times and have been wowed each time. The food on offer is very elevated for “bar food,” and (hopefully saying this doesn’t change this) is such unbelievably good value. The interior is a basement. It’s not going to blow you away with its modernity or luxury. If you go in with the expectation that you’re in a basement bar, though, you’ll leave with a resonant “where did I just go?” feeling in the best way. I’ve been with groups of people each time I’ve been from vastly different walks of life, and everyone finds something here, and thus far, is impressed by it. Serious compliments to the head chef or whomever curates this menu, because this is not standard bar fare for the quality. I am typically fairly critical of places I go (though I do not often leave bad reviews), but it’s hard to find a bad thing to say about Prairie Moon. To the restaurant — keep up the great work. To the would-be patrons — keep this high on your list."

Herm's Palace

➤ 3406 Dempster St, 60076, Skokie, US, United States

Carta • Delis • American • Hot Dogs • Hamburger

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"I had a great time at this restaurant! We decided to come here after finding out that another place down the street, which claimed to be open, actually wasn't. The food was quite delicious. I ordered the corn-rib sandwich with pickles, and my daughter had a club sandwich. They offered combo options that included fries and coleslaw, but I wasn't very hungry, so we just had bottled water. The menu had many enticing choices, and I would love to return to try something else. Even though we live nearly 50 minutes away, the drive is definitely worth it for a good meal!"