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The Reservoir

American Restaurant, New American Restaurant, and Bar$$$$

Uptown, Chicago

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The Reservoir

8.8^/10

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"Nice neighborhood bar in Buena Park."(3 Tips)
"The burger was delicious and had a great selection of beer."(5 Tips)
"The Uptown Burger is one of the best in Chicago."(2 Tips)
"The hummus is awesome and the mac & cheese is delish."(6 Tips)

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Chris DavisDecember 4, 2017
Our goal for the weekend was endless mimosas and this was the place! Location is decent. They also had a decent number of different cocktails and brunch items. I was pleased.
Jamie IacobucciJanuary 21, 2023
The flatbreads are delicious! Try the fish and chips, salad with salmon, fries, sliders galore!! The cocktail menu is really amazing too...espresso martini anyone?
Chris HookerJanuary 10, 2013
Been here 10+ times
This place is such a welcome addition to Buena Park! Go for Sunday Brunch, they have a whole separate menu and it's full of great brunch staples like Crab Benedict and Spinach Florentine.
Jamie IacobucciJanuary 21, 2023
The flatbreads are so delicious!! Try the fish and chips, salads and fries!! Great cocktail menu...espresso martinis, anyone?
Ninah RandolphSeptember 17, 2018
Nice neighborhood spot. Elevated bar style food. Also the bat was pretty quiet overall even though we went to watch a football game which was pretty nice.
Serious EatsOctober 22, 2013
It has ambition to take its food up a step from Uptown's everyman vibe, even if not everything works.
Cornellious Parthenopaeus-LumpkinSeptember 24, 2013
Oh my god their food is so good! I didn't think I've been able to eat it all but I did it is a little expensive but it's worth it.
Susan NellJuly 22, 2015
A slightly more modern option in the 'hood - imagine Bar on Buena, but with less natural light and a slightly clubbier vibe. Menu is pretty good, drink list better than average.
Philly GMarch 23, 2014
Reservoir fries are a must. Nice atmosphere. Great service. Yummy hummus plate. The bao had a little too much sesame oil
Keegan KingSeptember 16, 2013
Always enjoy the evening when my wife and I come here. Friendly staff that is helpful, kid friendly and attentive. Pork belly=yum!
MikeSeptember 27, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Just tried this place for the first time, and it was amazing! Great drink selection. Burgers and fries we're amazing! Definitely going back again!
Mimi ChanelApril 14, 2013
The Lamb Burger is the best. The balsamic dressing very tasty. Priced perfectly!!!
Claudia PerryJuly 7, 2013
Excellent and nice craft brew selection. If you sit by the new partition, you might have to get your server's attention.
Stephan GermainJanuary 23, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Really great bar food and great beer selection. Hangar steak is fabulous!
Will LonghiniApril 19, 2014
The Uptown Burger is one of the best in Chicago. Don't add or change anything!
Stephanie SmithAugust 15, 2013
Nice neighborhood bar in Buena Park. Yummy burgers and craft beer menu.
Jonathan BordoliOctober 9, 2014
Great place, try getting tables near the window. Service awesome :)
Erik HobbieNovember 18, 2012
Recommend the Mac and cheese or Burgers. Also, lots of craft beers on draft.
Christopher BrigsonSeptember 27, 2014
The burger was delicious and had a great selection of beer.
Rick FoxAugust 3, 2013
Great cocktails next time ill try the Asian noodles. Wasn't to happy with sea food dish.
Joe CollinsDecember 13, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Really good food and great drinks.
Ali FosterOctober 22, 2014
The hummus is awesome and the mac & cheese is delish.
Lucy LouSeptember 15, 2012
Comfortable spot, nice presentation on the food and healthy pours
Scott HobbsJanuary 26, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Great place but the Hardcore Let's Be So Metal music runs people off. Buena Park isn't metal. Sorry bros.
Garret LuppinoDecember 18, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Great food choices and delicious tap beer selections
Stephen HoganMay 25, 2013
Excellent Mac n cheese as well as burgers!
Herbert HendersonAugust 25, 2018
Crab Cakes Benedict is a good choice.
Eric MitchellJuly 13, 2014
Have a St Germain and soda. Excellent summer drink.
Cary BlackAugust 13, 2014
The Uptown Burger is a must.
Rachel BrownMay 9, 2013
The Mac & Cheese with burnt ends is DELICIOUS.
Tony ValdiviesoSeptember 5, 2014
Fish tacos. You won't be sorry.
Gregg LSeptember 7, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Extremely loud, no sound barriers. Be prepared. Nice atmosphere, good restarauant for the area
Robert GrantJuly 8, 2013
Totally recommend the Moscow mules and Mac N Cheese
Lee AllenAugust 7, 2014
Been here 10+ times
The fish tacos are solid.
Jenna RaeSeptember 15, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Great new place! Awesome drink menu!!
Paul DeSousaDecember 21, 2012
Been here 25+ times
The reservoir fries are worth the upcharge
Sam MerrellJuly 30, 2015
Brunch is great here
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Matt PatrickOctober 15, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Get Nick to make you a Moscow Mule.
Punya SannFebruary 28, 2013
Founders is on tap so have a pint!
Louis HernandezOctober 28, 2012
Brie en croute is divine!
Deneen ShermanJanuary 8, 2016
Mac & cheese
Gregg LSeptember 8, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Management. (Paul) could careless about "you" as a customer. After eating here several times a week, it has been ruined.

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