Share(312) 664-5264
1448 N Wells St
Chicago,
IL
60610
41.9084
-87.6347
Neighborhoods: Central, Near North Side
What People Are Saying About Fireplace Inn
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Low lighting, red linen tablecloths and dark wood paneling gives this Old Town dining room a classic family-restaurant feel. With its fully retractable roof, the patio is bright and modern, boasting a bar, 12 TVs and a handful of tables. Tangy, fall-off-the-bone barbecue baby back ribs are a menu specialty, with steak, seafood and salads playing supporting roles. Another winner: barbecued chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy.
05/11/09
Very disappointing
by Powrmom at Citysearch
We have ordered from Fireplace Inn more than once and generally enjoy it. It is expensive take-out but something different. The ribs are very tender. This last time however, we placed three orders. We were told it would take an hour and they were there promptly. Unfortunately, they only had 2 of the 3 orders. When we called to tell them they had forgotten one order they said they would send it right out. It took 65 minutes! By then we had shared what food we had and had cleaned up. The food was good but not great and with the lack of providing us with what we ordered I was very disappointed. In addition, when I picked up the bag of fries, the bottom fell out and all the fries fell on the floor. To be honest, I may have even overlooked it if anyone seemed to have cared. I rarely write anything like this, but when you pay almost $80 in take out, don't get it all, and no one cares, I am disgusted. I would have expected a coupon for the future or at least a simple, "I'm sorry" from someone who really meant it. I would have expected prompt recovery as well. I agree the place is attractive but I wasn't eating there. The service blew it for me.
- Pros: Decent ribs
- Cons: terrible delivery service
03/17/08
Overpriced but good food
by Laura1967 at Citysearch
The food here is good, but not anything special. I was a little perturbed at the fact that I was paying $30.00 for a steak, and yet the wine was served to me in a plastic cup.... How 'bout a wine glass for goodness sake! My husband had a good meal also, but again was served a guiness beer in a plastic cup. Not the classiest of places, but just ok... Service was nothing to write home about, but the place was really busy with St. Patrick's day revelers.....
- Pros: Very close to Second City, great for dinner and a show
- Cons: Overpriced for average food...
03/11/08
Best Ribs ,,Best sport viewing ,Best service ,,,Best and Biggest Vodka Lemonades
by mreat at Citysearch
I live in the nieghborhood ,,Been a customer for years!! They have overr thirty plasmas ,,They have great attentive service and wonderful food ,I would recommend this 30 year plus restaurant to anyone ,, Don't forget to have a 32 oz vodka lemonade.....
- Pros: Vodka lemonades and Baby back Ribs
- Cons: none
The Details on Fireplace Inn
The Extras:
Enjoy live, smooth jazz in the main dining room every Tuesday evening from 7pm to 10pm.
Category:
Restaurants, Barbecue Restaurants
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Fireplace, Carry Out
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
