(773) 549-2910
1983 N Clybourn Ave
(Racine Avenue)
Chicago,
IL
60614
41.9172
-87.6581
Neighborhoods: North Side, DePaul
Zella
What People Are Saying About Zella
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Blond wood, high ceilings, exposed brick walls and a fireplace give this hangout a cozy vibe. Young professionals from the neighborhood toss back beers and dine at tables in the front room, which spills into the adjacent bar area and flows outside. The upscale American bar menu offers starters like grilled shrimp kabobs and fried calamari, plus main plates of fettucine with chicken, basil and sun-dried tomato pesto and tuna steak with wasabi mashed potatoes.
05/25/09
RATS...SICK...and RUDE
by AllBoutChi
I went there the other night and was sitting on the patio with a bunch of people when a R@T ran under our table and over 3 of our feet (all were wearing sandals). It was disgusting. That was followed by two smaller (probably babies) r@ts. We all almost threw up. We promptly told our waitress and how we wanted our check cause we were leaving and she gave us a hard time saying "oh, its only a r@t, quit being babies...its not the last r@t you'll see out here." And it wasn't the first I have seen on the Zella patio either. Needless to say, we left a tip, but not as generous as we could have left...and I, nor any of the people we were there with will NEVER go back. DISGUSTING and not friendly!
- Pros: NOTHING
- Cons: Pretty much everything
07/18/08
Fabulous, all-encompassing bar/restaurant experience! The BEST!!!
by alanaleigh
I visit Chicago regularly with my guy. On this particular evening, he was attending a formal work event so I decided to brave Chicago on my own before meeting up with him later for some clubbing. Least to say, I was innapropriately dressed! Funky and fabulous tiny dress! I came running in from the downpour and promptly found a seat a bar, the most desired location for a single gal, since the conversation is built in. The female bartender was prompt and sweet despite the crowds. I was a little self conscious about over dressing in this casual bar but no one seemed to mind. In fact guys and girls alike were friendly and conversational the entire evening. I ordered the crab cakes appetizer which was great and plated well. The cocktails were mixed to perfection. It was nice that the back patio was open to smokers, who were huddled around the big tree in back. A wonderful summer evening at an exceptionally friendly bar. Can't wait to go back and bring my guy to meet more Chicago friends!
- Pros: Slightly romantic ambience, friendly patrons and staff
- Cons: NONE!!! :)
05/23/07
A nice place, but not THAT nice. The description pumps the blonde wood...keep that in mind.
by michael_chiago
Outdoor area is very nice. Cute young crowd, nice location. Upscale American menu? grilled kabobs and fried calamari is not very upscale - guacamole is pretty good though. And $6 for a bottle of Corona? I'm not cheap, but not stupid either. Order a martini and the bartender gets a little flustered...
- Pros: ambience, outdoor patio
- Cons: value
The Details on Zella
Save Money:
Look for weekly specials like $2.50 domestic bottled beer, $3 call drinks and half-off entrees on Wednesdays.
Category:
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
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