Sola
- (entrance on Byron St.)
- 3868 N. Lincoln Ave.
- Chicago, IL 60613
- 773-327-3868
- Price range: $$$ ($16-$25)
Carol Wallack, the former chef at Deleece has gone solo with Sola. She enlisted Keith Olsen and Cynthia Vranas, the team behind the decor at Hot Chocolate and MK to design the restaurant; the space has hues of rust, amber and orange with plenty of textural accents. The dining room features a raised platform area with luxe drapes, and there's a custom-made L-shaped banquette. Good news for those who hate loud restaurants -- special acoustic work is in place so the room is conversation friendly. The seasonal menu is very straightforward with California flair and plenty of Asian and Hawaiian flavors. The menu includes choices like peppered tuna with black beluga lentils, balsamic soy syrup, shiitake mushrooms and snow peas or braised short ribs with glazed Brussels sprouts and truffle-laced white polenta. Wallack is targeting the carryout aspect; phone your order in, park in Sola's loading zone (on Byron Street) and staffers will deliver your order to your car.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Byron St. and Lincoln Ave.
- Parking:
- Street Parking Difficult and Valet
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Bus: 11 Lincoln.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
-
Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday-Friday
Dinner: 5:30-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 5:30-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday (closing hours subject to change)
Brunch: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
- Cuisine:
- American Contemporary
- Meals Served:
- Weekend Brunch and Dinner
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Accepted
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar. The wine list highlights smaller producers.
- Audience:
- Families
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes. Curbside service is available for carryout.
- ATM:
- Yes. Chase Bank next door.
- Features:
- No buffet.
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities. Semi-private only.
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Diners Club, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. For 52
- Seating :
- For 100
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"Pricey, but worth it!"
By Comensal from Oak Park, June 14, 2009
I seem to find my way to Sola about once a year, and on each visit I end up wondering why it took so long to return! Yes, it’s pricey -- but it del...
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"Sola is AbFab!"
By ReedFSU from St. Bens, June 1, 2009
I have enjoyed all of my meals at Sola. One of my favorite items is the prix fix menu where one item, like peas, are featured in a three course me...
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"Best in the city"
By Peter from Wicker Park, February 16, 2009
My wife and I first went to Sola in Summer 08 and loved it! We are fairly particular about our food and choices. We have eaten at most of the top...
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