Spring
Chicago, IL 60647
Phone: (773) 395-7100
- Price:
- $$$$
- Cross Street:
- Damen Avenue
- Directions:
- El: Blue Line to Damen
- Best of Citysearch:
- Special Occasion Dining 2007
- Hours:
- Tue-Thu 5:30pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 5:30pm-10:30pm, Sun 5:30pm-9pm
Editorial Review for Spring – by J.P. Anderson
The Scene
Spring's location in the former North Avenue Bathhouse is fitting--the space is cool and clean, with a look that combines the building's classic elements with updated minimalist accents. A soothing Zen garden and chartreuse, tan and eggplant wall panels soothe, complementing the room's original white-glazed brick. Seating is cleverly arranged, with a series of angled banquettes that extend the length of the room.
The Food
Chef Shawn McClain's New American menu fires on all cylinders. A thrillingly tangy Camembert-buttermilk dressing tops a summer asparagus salad, while fabulous Pacific halibut comes with tantalizing mashed potatoes studded with lobster meat. McClain's fascination with Asian flavors surfaces on several plates, best among them a subtle, throat-stinging lemongrass and coconut soup with red curry, and a deliciously tender charred beef tenderloin, served sliced with crispy soba noodles and baby bok choy. Desserts wow; try honeydew sorbet with chilled plum soup--the perfect summer dessert.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoIf you're hoping for a quiet dinner, come early. When the room is full, sound tends to bounce off the room's brick walls.
Save TimeWeekend reservations can be hard to come by; call two to three weeks in advance. During the week, you should be able to reserve a table within a few days.
The ExtrasThe restaurant offers a five-course tasting menu for $65 ($100 with wine pairings).
Save MoneyFor a more casual, less pricey experience, sit at the bar and order from the special bar menu.
User Reviews for Spring
01/24/2008 Posted by andrejone1
I have been dining at Spring with my husband for his birthday for the last 3 years. Each and every experience has been a pure delight. The food is so fresh and prepared superbly. . The staff is friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. The ambiance is warm and relaxing. Loved the food loved the staff loved everything. We look forward to returning next year if not sooner!
01/15/2007 Posted by aagandhi
I must start by applauding Spring on their detail to service. Our waiter was very knowledgeable and made the night delightful. Upon being seated, we received custom menus that had Happy Birthday Amy printed at the top as we were celebrating my sister, Amy's birthday. We tried the scallop and potato raviolis and the special seared ahi tuna appetizers. I felt that they were both very small for the price. The scallops should have been a bit bigger. The entrees were much better. The presentation of all of the food was notable. My girlfriend really enjoyed the salmon, which I will say was very soft. My New Zealand Grouper, on the other hand, was a bit tougher than I expected, however, still tasted good. I think that next time I will take the waiter's suggestion and try the scallops. My parents had the beremunde and monkfish. I believe that the monkfish was also a bit tough, but the beremunde was prepared very well. For dessert, I would definitely recommend the pear tart. We ordered a second one after we devoured the first. I am confident that I have had better seafood, however, the service and ambience are well worth the visit to Spring.
Pros: Service and Ambience
Cons: Appetizer portions
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