South Water Kitchen

03/30/10

TWAS AWESOME!!!!

by latdhod at Citysearch

I love the atmosphere! The waiter was great! His recommendations were on point and I loved every single thing that went on my mouth. I went with two other women and needless to say all of our plates and glasses were completely empty when we left! DEFINITELY going back soon!!

• Pros: Service, drinks, location, food
• Cons: you have to go on a roadtrip to getto the bathroom ;)

07/26/09

New Chef... Better Food... I'll Be Back

by sarahmill at Citysearch

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.

• Pros: Very Affordable Loop Restaurant
• Cons: Dining Room Closes at 10PM

08/19/07

Great location, not so great food or service

by topchef_aj at Citysearch

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.

• Pros: Location
• Cons: Food, service

03/24/07

"watered down" on flavor and service

by joankiser at Citysearch

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!

06/03/06

Good food, but restaurant is too smoky

by raedward at Citysearch

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.

• Pros: well-prepared food, large portions, great desserts
• Cons: smoky, erratic service