One of the funniest experiences I've had in South Side was when I came here on a Tuesday at 10pm and the maitre d' asked if we had a reservation when the restaurant was completely empty! It definitely added to the quiet charm of Carmella's, which I ended up enjoying.
The drinks here are well-executed (although they are by no means cheap). The food is modern-American with a twist. Instead of typical burger made with ground beef, you can expect bison and elk instead. French fries are actually giant potato logs, confit in duck fat. The only negative thing I can say about the food is that it is a bit on the salty side.
Still, for the creativity and surprising experience, I would recommend checking out Carmella's.