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The Whale Chicago Reviews from The Last Year
Definitely go for happy hour and get the lobster tacos.
...2 bite, mini crunchy tortillas with cold lobster filling. So delicious....we ended up ordering extra! I also recommend the fried chicken sandwich with a side of their regular fries. Their drinks are unique and the atmosphere/decor is great. Servers and the manager were all extremely attentive even with a fully packed restaurant. Everything came to the table quickly. Perfect spot with valet parking.
My friends and I recently tried The Whale for brunch on
My friends and I recently tried The Whale for brunch on Sunday! We got lucky with a table as it was Easter day and most brunch places were blocked out. The Whale is located in Logan Square and has a lot of seating space - they have booths, high stools, bar chairs, plenty of space to even accommodate large parties. They offer the entire menu even during brunch which was great and have a lot of vegan options. We ordered BBQ Jackfruit sandwich, steamed broccoli, Chicken Waffles, Shrimp Grits, Plain Waffles and Scrambled eggs. The food was delicious. We also ordered an Aprerol Spritz, Bellini and Coffees along with our food. The taste was amazing! For desert, we all shared a Carrot cake and it wasn't dry and had good sweet taste from carrots, wasn't over-sweet. We observed that the menu also served Mimosa towers for a very reasonable price for brunch. What we loved about this place was its quick and seamless way of paying the bill via a QR code which is placed on your table. Everything was just so quick! You can surely check out this place for their wide range of food and drinks options.
I had another fantastic experience here.
Every dish was delicious, and Emily provided exceptional service. The drinks were truly phenomenal. Overall, my experience at this place is consistently excellent. The music adds to the enjoyable atmosphere, and the service is always top-notch.
This place had an amazing Happy Hour.
Prices were super reasonable and food was excellent. Had oysters, lobster tacos and deviled eggs. Everything was wonderful. Staff were fun and very nice. Would go back over and over. Drinks were also fantastic, old fashioned was top notch!
This is a very good restaurant.
Food is good and service is great. A bit pricey but you will leave happy.
Expensive.
Neat Vegas decor. Friendly staff. Super bathrooms. Large drink menu. Classy place.
I enjoyed the ambiance of this restaurant.
Good attention to detail, and friendly waitstaff. No problems with the food or drinks
Goodbye $95 Brunch for Two: Not only did you charge me a
Goodbye $95 Brunch for Two: Not only did you charge me a service fee for using a credit card (I presume?) but you added another fee for using your payment/POS vendor (Sunday.com). And to top it off, you decided to calculate tip off the service fees and taxes too . I've been here dozens of times but this is officially my last visit. So goodbye, Whale. I don't think you're going to survive the gouging. It will be your end.
Fine dining quality food for just mid-tier pricing.
Even the simplest dishes have been subtly elevated beyond average restaurant food. The dining area is great--almost always busy so I'd recommend reservations. The summertime provides the best milieu since the windows open up for ideal people-staring activities. Staff must be great because I don't ever recall having an issue or bad experience. Highly recommend, and it's my go-to when I'm hosting people from out-of-town.
First time at The Whale.
Met some friends for a happy hour cocktails and some dinner. Ribeye cooked to a perfect med rare as requested. Not quite as tender as expected but the flavor made up for it. Wife ordered lamb chops and I glanced over to witness her with bone in mouth getting every last bit of lamb ...must have been delish lol. Appetizers were good, lobster tacos were tasty with a lil kick and the deviled eggs were just like mom used to make only tasty (sorry mom). Only downside was the noise level. Music was loud causing everyone to raise the convo and making it difficult to hold a conversation. My voice actually got horse by end of dinner and that never happens. Service was on point and price was a little high but ok for the quality of food. We had a "whale" of a time here.
I've visited here twice for brunch recently.
. really great food. We loved our server Kelly, she was attentive and a fun time. The breakfast potatoes are to die for. Would like to come back to try dinner.
Great food and atmosphere.
Service was very on point and perfect for our time there. Definitely a place to relax after a long day or a weekend visit
I 100% recommend their happy hour.
It runs from 5-7pm. They have various options of food as well as $8 cocktails. I got the $15 burger and fries and while the burger was a little too salty to me it was overall very good, 9/10. I also had the north of Havana and the regular fries, 10/10. The ambiance is very elegant and great for a girls night. However what truly made this spot 5 stars for me was the amazing service. Our waitress was kind, understanding, and attentive. I do not take great service for granted and would definitely return. Please note. This review is based solely off their happy hour menu and prices. I have yet to return for their regular priced items.
Nice place for Sunday Funday or just drop in.
The Whale has a lively vibe and great hospitality. 90s hip hop music was nice, they switch genres accordingly. "D" the manger was personable and cool. Every staff member I encountered was nice and friendly. Ordered Pimento Mac & Cheese, Shrimp tacos, Hearts of palm salad, etc. Everything tasted good. Must go back.
Must try
Nice place for Sunday Funday or just drop in. The Whale has a lively vibe and great hospitality. 90s hip hop music was nice, they switch genres accordingly. “D” the manger was personable and cool. Every staff member I encountered was nice and friendly. Ordered Pimento Mac & Cheese, Shrimp tacos, Hearts of palm salad, etc. Everything tasted good. Must go back.
Amazing
I revisited The Whale recently, and it was just as amazing as I remembered. Despite not having been there since early 2020, the vibrant atmosphere, friendly staff, and delectable food were still top-notch. I decided to try the Lobster Tacos, and they were absolutely delicious. The wait staff and hosts were exceptionally kind, offering fantastic recommendations and promptly seating us. It's a fantastic place to bring friends when they're visiting, and the unique decor and aesthetics add a special touch. Plus, it's a perfect spot for a memorable date night.
Excellent choice for dinner
This establishment is an excellent choice for dinner or a gathering with friends over drinks! The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between swanky and fun. The food is skillfully prepared and delightful to the taste buds. The desserts are also incredibly delicious. The outdoor seating provides a comfortable and spacious setting. The service is attentive and friendly, adding to the overall experience. I highly recommend this place to my friends.
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Hey @EvocativeFold67, welcome to appointmenttrader! Once the reservation is in your portfolio, you definitely own the timeslot, the review team would not have approved the trade if the reservation wasn't confirmed - so you are going :-) Judging from your post you bid today and are going tomorrow - don't worry as long as you initiated the name transfer, you are good - the transfer service has to work with the opening hours of the reservation team of the respective venue. You will likely see the transfer confirmation a couple hours before your reservation time.
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Hey @FluffyStar64, thanks for the question! When you place your bid the amount gets transferred in a deposit account, the second you either cancel your bid or a few minutes after the bid expires the funds are moved back into your main account from where you can refund it to your payment method or use for other transactions.
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Hi everyone- I have made a couple of sales now and I am extremely disappointed.
I had money to transfer over that became available in my "traderpoints" section that has disappeared completely. its gone.
has this happened to anyone?
also- when I click the money pending, im unable to click my pending deposit account
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