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The Reservoir

The Reservoir

American Restaurant, New American Restaurant, and Bar$$$$
Uptown, Chicago
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    Stephanie S.
    "Nice neighborhood bar in Buena Park."(3 Tips)
    Christopher B.
    "The burger was delicious and had a great selection of beer."(5 Tips)
    Will L.
    "The Uptown Burger is one of the best in Chicago."(2 Tips)
    Ali F.
    "The hummus is awesome and the mac & cheese is delish."(6 Tips)
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  • Chris D.heart icon on user image
    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 I.heart icon on user image
    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 H.
    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 I.heart icon on user image
    Jamie IacobucciJanuary 21, 2023
    The flatbreads are so delicious!! Try the fish and chips, salads and fries!! Great cocktail menu...espresso martinis, anyone?
  • Ninah R.heart icon on user image
    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 Eats
    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 P.
    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 N.
    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 G.
    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 K.
    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!
  • Mike
    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 C.heart icon on user image
    Mimi ChanelApril 14, 2013
    The Lamb Burger is the best. The balsamic dressing very tasty. Priced perfectly!!!
  • Claudia P.
    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 G.heart icon on user image
    Stephan GermainJanuary 23, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Really great bar food and great beer selection. Hangar steak is fabulous!
  • Will L.heart icon on user image
    Will LonghiniApril 19, 2014
    The Uptown Burger is one of the best in Chicago. Don't add or change anything!
  • Stephanie S.
    Stephanie SmithAugust 15, 2013
    Nice neighborhood bar in Buena Park. Yummy burgers and craft beer menu.
  • Jonathan B.
    Jonathan BordoliOctober 9, 2014
    Great place, try getting tables near the window. Service awesome :)
  • Erik H.heart icon on user image
    Erik HobbieNovember 18, 2012
    Recommend the Mac and cheese or Burgers. Also, lots of craft beers on draft.
  • Christopher B.heart icon on user image
    Christopher BrigsonSeptember 27, 2014
    The burger was delicious and had a great selection of beer.
  • Rick F.
    Rick FoxAugust 3, 2013
    Great cocktails next time ill try the Asian noodles. Wasn't to happy with sea food dish.
  • Joe C.heart icon on user image
    Joe CollinsDecember 13, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Really good food and great drinks.
  • Ali F.heart icon on user image
    Ali FosterOctober 22, 2014
    The hummus is awesome and the mac & cheese is delish.
  • Lucy L.heart icon on user image
    Lucy LouSeptember 15, 2012
    Comfortable spot, nice presentation on the food and healthy pours
  • Scott H.
    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 L.
    Garret LuppinoDecember 18, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Great food choices and delicious tap beer selections
  • Stephen H.
    Stephen HoganMay 25, 2013
    Excellent Mac n cheese as well as burgers!
  • Eric M.heart icon on user image
    Eric MitchellJuly 13, 2014
    Have a St Germain and soda. Excellent summer drink.
  • Herbert H.
    Herbert HendersonAugust 25, 2018
    Crab Cakes Benedict is a good choice.
  • Cary B.heart icon on user image
    Cary BlackAugust 13, 2014
    The Uptown Burger is a must.
  • Rachel B.
    Rachel BrownMay 9, 2013
    The Mac & Cheese with burnt ends is DELICIOUS.
  • Tony V.
    Tony ValdiviesoSeptember 5, 2014
    Fish tacos. You won't be sorry.
  • Gregg L.
    Gregg LSeptember 7, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Extremely loud, no sound barriers. Be prepared. Nice atmosphere, good restarauant for the area
  • Robert G.heart icon on user image
    Robert GrantJuly 8, 2013
    Totally recommend the Moscow mules and Mac N Cheese
  • Lee A.
    Lee AllenAugust 7, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    The fish tacos are solid.
  • Jenna R.
    Jenna RaeSeptember 15, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Great new place! Awesome drink menu!!
  • Paul D.heart icon on user image
    Paul DeSousaDecember 21, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    The reservoir fries are worth the upcharge
  • Sam M.heart icon on user image
    Sam MerrellJuly 30, 2015
    Brunch is great here
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  • Matt P.
    Matt PatrickOctober 15, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Get Nick to make you a Moscow Mule.
  • Punya S.
    Punya SannFebruary 28, 2013
    Founders is on tap so have a pint!
  • Deneen S.heart icon on user image
    Deneen ShermanJanuary 8, 2016
    Mac & cheese
  • Louis H.
    Louis HernandezOctober 28, 2012
    Brie en croute is divine!
  • Gregg L.
    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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