EL Ideas
American • $$$$
Serves an evolving multi-course tasting menu in a relaxed, BYOB setting with an open kitchen concept.
Ranked #5 out of 74 American restaurants in Near West Side, Chicago
Features the #1 of 31 Shakes & Malts, plus 1 more top-ranked dish
This restaurant serves a set tasting menu.
tasting menu
Diners praised the scallop with madras flavors, the tender duck, and the playful potato soup with liquid nitrogen ice cream.
milkshakes
#1 of 31 Shakes & Malts in the area
The milkshake features freeze-dried vanilla ice cream with a melt-in-your-mouth texture and crispy potato bits for a nostalgic twist.
french fries and ice cream
French fries and ice cream combines warm potato leek soup with crunchy fries and nitrogen-frozen vanilla ice cream for a playful experience.
Overall Flavor — Great
What’s a flavor score?Service — Great
Benny's notes: Standout dishes like the halibut and potato frosty shine in a casual, interactive atmosphere where chefs engage warmly with guests.
Atmosphere
Noise Level — Average
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Phone
(312) 226-8144Hours
Dietary Options
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