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| - I had a 5-star experience here mainly because I came here on a Wednesday night, with a prearranged large party that was able to secure an excellent corner spot with floor to ceiling windows surrounding us on two sides. And also, we came here for restaurant week too so we had a 3-course meal for $30 (pre-tip and alcohol) which was amazing.
The View:
Here's a tip, the best time to come is right before the sun sets. It's like you get two shows for the price of one. The sun reflecting off the 3 rivers is amazing. Here's another tip, choose the seat that faces the window. Or if you brought someone here to impress, have both of you sit perpendicular to the window. Since a picture is a thousand words, check out my photos of the skyline from Lemont.
The Food:
For the reduced price restaurant week menu we still had an amazing selection. I started off with a soup, moved onto Filet Mignon medallions topped with shrimp and dessert was a baked alaska, charred fresh with a blowtorch by our tuxedo-ed waiters right by our tables. Everything I ate was to be expected from a fine dining establishment. Although, I think the restaurant week menu has gone downhill since the time I went back in 2009.
The Service:
Who doesn't want to be served by a man in a tuxedo?! Although my waiter was probably twice my age, he showed no signs of airs and made sure everything was great. Which it was!
Overall, I had a great meal, a great view, and did it all within a very reasonable price. Only downside? I wish I was there with a girl instead.
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