Insider Pages Reviews for South Water Kitchen

5 Stars: New Chef... Better Food... I'll Be Back (by sarahmill)

sarahmill — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 09:00:00 GMT

We had a FANTASTIC meal before going to theatre. I wanted to stay for dessert, but it was getting late, so we''l be back and try some sweets next time. I also appreciated the large selection of wines by the glass and not named Mondavi. Great place to stop when in the Loop.

4 Stars: Great place for lunch (by Valerie L.)

Valerie L. — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 04:23:00 GMT

I went here with a couple of friends for lunch. Their lunch prices are reasonable. ( It is more expensive during dinner time.) The atmosphere was relaxing and friendly. The service was great, even though they were busy when I was there.

2 Stars: Great location, not so great food or service (by topchef_aj)

topchef_aj — Sun, 19 Aug 2007 09:00:00 GMT

We sat in a great table outside on a Saturday night, however, overall, our party of three was disappointed with the quality of the food, as well as the service. The filet was overcooked and had to be sent back, and upon return, it was overcooked yet again and the quality of the filet was far less than you would receive at a wedding reception ("bad"). The pork chop was oversalted, but mac and cheese side was pretty tasty. Our waitress was disinterested and unfriendly, even though we were one of her only tables that evening. The after dinner coffee was cold. The dessert was probably the best part of the evening. We would not return, as there are definitely many higher quality restaurants in the area for similar prices.

2 Stars: "watered down" on flavor and service (by joankiser)

joankiser — Sat, 24 Mar 2007 09:00:00 GMT

disappointing...food is fair, at best; service slow; not crowded on a saturday evening and we know why! spinach artichoke dip was bland, dinner salad soaked in dressing-unedible, potato leek soup, again, bland ....even the iced tea and coffee were weak. the only saving grace was the dessert. avoid it, too many other great places to eat in the same vacinity!

4 Stars: Good food, but restaurant is too smoky (by raedward)

raedward — Sat, 03 Jun 2006 09:00:00 GMT

Upscale American comfort food - we had excellent prime rib and a fork-tender braised lamb shank. The berry cobbler for dessert was delicious.

This restaurant has a very large bar area up front that permits smoking. All the non-smoking seats are downstairs from the bar, and the cigarette smoke descends and is quite noticeable.

5 Stars: So charming! (by rvandoren)

rvandoren — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 09:00:00 GMT

We were very pleased with our visit to South Water Chicken. Nice atmosphere and ambience and the servixe was excellent!! Price/Quality of the food was excellent as well. We will definetely return on our next visit to Chicago. An absolute must for people that like this bistro atmosphere

5 Stars: Well Kept Secret!!!!!!! (by robertbracklin)

robertbracklin — Fri, 13 May 2005 09:00:00 GMT

Loved this location, the room was so much fun. The service was extremely attentive and the food was moderately priced for the quality and quantity. I'll be back soon.