"You can't beat the setting" at this Loop American in "gorgeous" Millennium Park where the "broad" menu of "remarkably good" fare gets a boost from "views of skaters at the rink" in winter and "people-watching" on the "delightful" patio in summer; service gets mixed marks ("attentive" vs. "spotty"), and critics who fault merely "decent" fare and "overpriced" tabs leave it to the "tourists", but...
Location trumps service at Park Grill, where a seat on the plaza in summer, in full view of Millennium Park, is among the best in the city. The waitstaff is not always on top of things—grin and bear it with another drink from the outdoor bar. The menu includes small plates, soups and salads, and main courses, with a something-for-everyone selection. The burgers are first-rate, as is the more...
Location, location, location -- it's what sets Park Grill apart from all the other upscale comfort-food restaurants in town. Set in the middle of Millennium Park, it makes a great stop after a late-afternoon stroll or before a summer concert at the Pritzker Music Pavilion. (You can order from a special three-course pretheater menu.) The dining room itself is simple but welcoming, with...
If you don't mind mingling with the masses of tourists yearround, then go for it. Millennium Park's award-winning restaurant serves contemporary American cuisine, and even though there's nothing ground-breaking about the menu, this spot stays crowded. Perhaps it's because of the sweeping views of the city, live entertainment and ice skating rink come winter. Or maybe it's their outdoor cafe...