What People Are Saying About Westin Chicago North Shore
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The Scene – There's nothing hotel-ish about this stylish, earth-toned setting, with a dramatic domed brick ceiling presiding over columns and arches, a massive chandelier, wood tables and an open kitchen with dining counter. The crowd blends North Shore families, dates, seniors and business diners. Inconsistent service can detract. – – The Food – Rick Tramonto of Tru cooks marvelous multiregional Italian. Toothsome brown beans with crunchy vegetables, pancetta and wood-roasted radicchio put an earthy spin on bruschetta. Handcrafted, sun-dried rigatoni with roasted…
03/02/08
New Waitress was more than a little slow
by Cheryl1234 at Citysearch
We had breakfast this morning after a night spent at the hotel. The restaurant is beautiful. The service, unlike what we experienced in the steak and seafood restaurant next door last night, was not very good. We were seated promptly, but after that, we waited a while for someone to come over. They gave us a shotglass sized sample of a raspberry smoothie, which I liked, although it was a little tart for my friend (I got to drink his then too!) The waitress finally showed up, and appeared to only want to take our drink order, but we proceeded to order our meal at that time.We both wanted a simple egg and sausage breakfast, but when we asked about the potatoes that came with, and had a funny name, the waitress said she didn't know, and that it was only her second day there. She did go and find someone that could answer our question. Turns out, the potatoes are red potatoes, twice baked, and then fried with some basil and/or other seasonings. They were delicious! The eggs were cooked to perfection, although I specifically asked for one egg, and was given two. The sausage was mild, and very good too. My friend asked for his milk with the meal, so it would be cold. but they delivered it well ahead of the meal. He asked for his toast to be buttered, so it would be buttered while hot, but they didn't do that. As a perfect contrast to the night before, where we had great service, and a little disappointment with the food, this was the complete opposite. When we received our bill, the waitress never reappeared to pick up the money. We had to go and find someone to get our change.
- Pros: The breakfast potatoes are incrediblly delicious
- Cons: The servce - or lack therof - Hopefully better at dinner
11/29/07
Very Good
by rna1970 at Citysearch
For a suburban restaurant, the place is great. A little pricey but it's better than going all the way into Chicago. The assortment of cheeses are magnificent! The wine list and service is also solid. It's a great place for business dinners to a night out with the family...
- Pros: Food and Service
- Cons: Price
01/16/07
very high noise level
by josterme at Citysearch
The food was good, but not cheap. The noise level is very high, like the crab house south of there. No problems parking.
- Pros: Good food
- Cons: noise level
The Details on Westin Chicago North Shore
Parking:
Valet parking is free.
What to Drink:
The vast Italian wine list offers fun sampling formats, including four 3-ounce pours for $16, and some nice mid-priced choices by the quarter- or half-liter.
The Extras:
The breakfast menu is noteworthy for its vast scope, creative twists and goodies from Gale Gand's pastry oven.
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Hotels & Motels, Banquet Rooms, Restaurants
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Hotel Restaurants, Breakfast, Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Fine Dining, Notable Chef, Hidden Find, People Watching, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Group Dining, Notable Wine List
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