Think
- Neighborhood: Logan Square
- 2235 N. Western Ave.
- Chicago, IL 60647
- 773-394-0537
(27 ratings)
What was once a kitschy cafe is now a svelte restaurant geared toward upscale rather than low-brow dining. Chef/owner Omar Rodriguez has punctuated the menu with Italian-based dishes and American and eclectic touches. The Think Salad includes lettuce, walnuts, bleu cheese, pears and balsamic vinaigrette. The appetizers, mostly seafood-oriented, include sauteed smoked salmon with capers and black caviar, Prince Edward Island mussels, and white asparagus with lemon juice, purple onions, blue cheese and fresh tomatoes. House entrees range from risotto with mushrooms, duck breast and red wine to roasted pork loin with horseradish mashed potatoes and green asparagus. Desserts, such as the espresso flan, are inventive and rich. A great date spot with candlelit tables and personal service.
Update: Omar Rodriguez tells us he’s planning a new BYOB eatery, and it’s going in right upstairs from Think (on the second floor). The concept will feature an upscale multi-course chef’s tasting menu with selections like venison, rack of lamb, baby lobster and a buffalo filet, with intermezzo courses in-between (think palate cleansers like sorbet). The new concept will be called Knew and it will debut in April of 2008.
Update: Omar Rodriguez tells us he’s planning a new BYOB eatery, and it’s going in right upstairs from Think (on the second floor). The concept will feature an upscale multi-course chef’s tasting menu with selections like venison, rack of lamb, baby lobster and a buffalo filet, with intermezzo courses in-between (think palate cleansers like sorbet). The new concept will be called Knew and it will debut in April of 2008.
Getting There
- Parking:
- Free Lot and Street
- Public Transportation:
-
CTA Bus: #74 Fullerton
Blue Line Train: Western stop.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday; 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday;
- Cuisine:
- American Contemporary, International Fusion, and Italian
- Meals Served:
- Dessert and Dinner
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Accepted. Recommended on weekends.
- Alcohol:
- BYOB and Corkage Fee. $4/bottle
- Smoking:
- No
- Audience:
- Adults / 18+
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Private and VIP Rooms:
- For 50
- Live Music:
- Yes
- Features:
- Catering. No dancing. No children's menu. No buffet.
- Facilities:
- No on-site store.
- Worth Noting:
- Recommended
- Specialties:
- Top sirloin with cranberry-chianti sauce, horseradish smoked salmon.
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Diners Club, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- For 100
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"Think....Think Again"
G Man from Old Town - May 4, 2008
In rethinking my opinion of this restarant I would recommend any would be diners to go somewhere else. I've been to this restarant several times a...
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"Give Think a Chance"
rowley from bucktown - May 2, 2008
My wife and I decided to give Think a chance for our wedding anniversary. We chose a Thursday night given all the reviewers comments about the week...
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"Think Twice"
bornandraised from albany park - April 24, 2008
A few more smiles would have made it better. Our server was wonderful and attentive, but the hostess was not very friendly. My entree was not wor...
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