Crofton on Wells: User Reviews

Great Food and Experience
By lindsay from Wrigleyville, May 3, 2008

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My boyfriend and I went there for a special celebration and we were extremely happy with the food and service. Everything we had was excellent. The price was right. I will be coming back.

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Amazing Dishes + Attentive Service
By Lizzie from Heart of Chicago, March 4, 2008

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Went with my husband for my birthday. He ordered the crab cake appetizer (large chunks of crab with mango sauce), and I had the risotto (perfect creamy texture with pulled pork on the top). We were both jealous of the other's choice, but still happy with our own. Our entrees and desserts maintained the high expectations set by the first course. The service was attentive, but did not make you feel rushed. Just an easy-going, enjoyable place to have dinner.

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Great Valentines Dinner!
By sfdcubfan from streeterville, February 14, 2008

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I knew of this restaurant, but the first review I saw of it was this past January on WGN news, when Phil Vittel gave it at least 3 stars - I knew we had a winner. I immediately told the hub we were going for Valentines Day, and he didn't argue. It's a good thing too, because the food was OUTSTANDING! The service was great, the cost was about what I expected, and overall I would have to put it in the top 5 for small venues in the city. For appetizers, we had Bison short ribs and a dish of "flapjacks" made from quinoa. His entree was Venison cooked rare; mine was 4 huge scallops on a risotto bed. His desert was this poached pear combination, and mine was a chocolate banana plate. It was small, but filling - a shot glass of chocolate malt, a double-espresso sized banana creme brulee, and a little chocolate mousse-type cake that was bite sized, but so rich that it required it to be eaten in smaller bites. Even the cappucino was great. I highly recommend this place, and be prepared to be nicely full when you leave.

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crofton on wells
By Mary from suburbs, January 26, 2008

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We were at crofton on wells last night. The food was very good but we felt it was overpriced. The service was poor- slow to get us bread and ask about beverages, waiter did not often refill wine glasses (wine was out of reach), did not give much info on different specialties on the menu.

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Fantastic, relaxed dining experience
By MABOChicago from Lakeview, January 13, 2008

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One of the best meals that I have had in quite awhile was this past weekend at Crofton on Wells. What can I say about the crab cake as an appetizer but perfection - big chunks of crab, a hot, take your breath away sauce drizzled over top. Delicious. The risotto with lobster was divine. My husband ordered the venison - full bodied dish without a gamey aftertaste, yet he really desired my special beef tenderloin entree. OUr dessert choices included the Suzy Q and the banana/chocolate dessert with pot de creme; both were top-notch. Wait staff was both friendly and unpretentious. The atmosphere was relaxed and so enjoyable. I can't wait to return.

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Outstanding
By Happy Viking from West Loop, January 13, 2008

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She had kobe beef ($32), mine was Texas Snapper ($28) a delicate redfish accompanied by lobster reduction (wow) - both cooked to perfection - many diners may consider the portions small but each bite had complementary flavors -- there is in two or three courses, plenty to eat. Service was both knowledgeble and outstanding - warm greeting on arrival and our waiter (she) knew the menu.

Very attractive decor - and the sound level allows for people to actually talk to each other at the table without shouting.

Value = good; this place is not cheap but the kitchen delivers top quality - good wine list with some moderately priced but well known wines (as opposed to the restaurant label wines, some bottom of the barrel selections at premium mark-ups that can be found at many area restaurants). Tab for 2 - 3 courses + $40 - $50 bottle of wine + tip = $80 - 90/person. Certainly worth it.

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One of the best hidden...
By Rich from chicago, September 9, 2007

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One of the best hidden gems in Chicago. I'v been there several times now, for special occasions, corporate events in the upstairs private room which is wonderful and just for casual dining. Each time the service and the food were nothing short of superb.

Outstanding food! If you...
By KC from Chicago, IL, August 29, 2007

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Outstanding food! If you are looking for truly delectable food then this is the place to go! Modern, neat decor -- I'm surprised this place doesn't pull a more hip crowd.

Everything was excellent, love this...
By PastyIrishKid from Kansas City, MO, July 30, 2007

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Everything was excellent, love this place. The pale yet knowledgable barkeep is spectacular, only complaint was he was slow to the draw on my Poose Cafe. Definately suggest dining at the bar. Big up to the kitchen.