Topaz: User Reviews

Its about time!!!
By vincent from Hinsdale, August 7, 2008

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Finally!!! The suburbs needed a place like Topaz. With the new outdoor patio now open, this is by far the best location outside of Chicago. Not only is the food top notch (the best pork chop of my life), but the ambiance and decor are fantastic. My wife and I had a fantastic time and cannot wait to make it back.

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so disappointing...
By Wildfire from justice, July 3, 2008

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went out for lunch - it's a beautiful location! I was so excited to try it!
I waited at the table for the other members of my party (they ran about an hour late)
waited for 45 minutes for someone to see if I wanted something to drink. once I ordered, it took our waiter an additional 30 minutes toi bring my glass of wine. When the rest of my party arrived, again, it took 20 minutes to place a drink order - no lack of servers in the place, they just couldn;t be bothered. No manager on duty. Food was lackluster, everything was overcooked, poorly seasoned and just not good. With all the great reviews in Chicago magazine, I was expecting something entirely different.

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Horrible
By Kelly from burridge, July 2, 2008

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My first time at Topaz was horrible. When you first walk in the Host staff/mgr's were standing in the front and starred at us. Never said hi just asked do you have reservation. when we said we did but we were late for them the gentleman scratched his head and said well i don't know what we can do just go to the bar. it was a tuesday night and there were plenty of open tables. so when we went to the bar the girl was so nice and we told her what happen and she tried to make it better. She went to the mgr and told them that we were a little upseat with attitude that was given to us. when she came back she offered to buy us a dessert. We did notice that the mgr never came to the table at that point we just didn't want to spend our money there. They should get a better grip on the front staff. it's the first impression. Not very good. will never go back.

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Suburban Gem!
By piper1 from Chicago, July 2, 2008

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I dined at Topaz for the first time last week and have already been back twice since. I was, at first, quite reluctant to drive nearly twenty miles from the city just for dinner. However, after my experience I must say the trip was one hundred percent worth it. The group that I was with were all completely impressed with the beautiful interior of the restaurant. The dimly candle lit tables along with a beautiful, elegant dining room give Topaz a very urban feel. My first time I ordered the gnocchi to start served with savory rabbit confit, asparagus, pine nuts in a delicious butter and truffle oil sauce. I highly recommend this dish to any first time diners. At my table, we enjoyed the halibut, a bone-in filet, special striped bass, and the ribe-eye- all of which were prepared perfectly. The chef certainly designed a flawless and well thought out menu with many unique flavor combinations that leave a lasting impression. I also want to mention the bar menu. They offer several smaller dishes that are perfect for sharing if you are not up for a full meal. My favorites were the beef carpaccio and the calamari salad. I cannot say enough great things about this new gem of a restaurant. Topaz is extremely accomodating to each guest and I can say with the utmost confidence that I will be back.

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Topaz- another lackluster enterprise in an area mired with mediocrity
By michaelpernfors from La Grange, June 19, 2008

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Despite a lush interior, replete with beautiful lighting and gorgeous wooden tiling, Topaz in Burr Ridge neglects what is of paramount importance for an exceptional dining experience- the food. I've visited Topaz five times, and nothing i've ordered has intrigued me. It is middle of the road, unadventurous cuisine that will only satiate uncultivated palates. This is truly a shame. The people in Burr Ridge deserve better, and they surely have the income to support an establishment that provides more innovative and daring cuisine that Topaz musters up. The service is abysmal as well, and I sincerely believe this is because the staff themselves know that the food is very mediocre. They aren't motivated or proud of what they're serving. Vie and Courtright's still grace the suburbs, thankfully, and are far better options that Topaz. In this day and age, where so much is being done with food, it is a shame that places like Topaz still exist and masquerade as fine dining, when in reality they are purveyers of hackneyed and uninspired creations that neither delight or dazzle.

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Wonderful Experience!
By foodfan from Chicago, June 14, 2008

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My evening spent at Topaz was absolutely wonderful! Everything from the food to the ambiance to the gracious service to the unique wine selection was superb. I had the scallops... delicious! They are made in an onion ragout and served with Spanish chorizo-- an unlikely combination, but one that should be heavily applauded. I love finding new places to go, and once the outdoor patio opens Topaz will certainly be my new spot. Try the chocolate cake and shake for dessert to finish off an enjoyable summer evening.

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Delicious!
By KikiSue from Burr Ridge, IL, June 5, 2008

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I love Topaz. The romantic ambiance and fresh food is a welcomed addition to Burr Ridge. I agree with everyone below, the patio will rock!

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Excellent
By smc1139 from Bartlett, May 16, 2008

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The food was great and the service was very good. The value was good for the quality of food.

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Topaz
By cnicoblue from Oak Brook, April 27, 2008

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Topaz a beautiful restuarant; with a delicious menu! However, they have to improve their service, our waiter brought the wrond meals, a bottle of wine instead of two glasses of wine; then told us we could bring iti home and then poured the whole bottle before we had a chance to say no; a complete failure on the part of the training of staff. They have to get a more professional waiting staff. I truly believe when the get the ducks in a row, it will be an exceptional restuarant experience. they are still working out the kinks.

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