Bluestone

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   Chuck

   Chicago28 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a 6:30pm reservation, and we arrived early. We were seated promptly upon arrival. The restaurant was very busy when we arrived, but our server came to our table very soon after we were seated… I had commented on the last time we dined at the restaurant, and the service today was by far more superior and attentive (note, the owner of Bluestone offered us a gift coupon for the lack of service attentiveness last time, which we appreciated). The server came to the table numerous times to ask for our drink and food choices, and the delivery was quick once we ordered. The smoked chicken wings were delicious. I had the brown rice bowl with the salmon which was delicious, and everyone else’s meals were prepared nicely and were very tasty. All in all, a nice experience this evening.
   

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   Adria

   Chicago5 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on February 7, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   Unfortunately we were underwhelmed with the experience. I have driven past this place many times and it always seemed to be full of people so I thought we'd give it a try. We only ordered starters; a veggie plate and an order of the jumbo wings and we didn't finish either and left immediately after. The wings were hard and overcooked and slathered in sauce, and the blue cheese that came with it was unrecognizable. It looked like a thick cup of coleslaw or some sort of custard. The veggie plate came with canned hummus and was just unimpressive. The server who took care of us only addressed my partner and acted like she couldn't hear me each time I spoke. I wished I had a better experience because I am still searching for a local Evanston restaurant that is a solid go-to place with good food, ambiance and service. Unfortunately this was not it for us.
   

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   Chuck

   Chicago28 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on December 27, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   There seemed to be some confusion as to who was our server when we arrived… we sat there almost 10 minutes before anyone came to our table. We ordered our food right away when we ordered drinks. The food came quickly after we did place our order. No one came to our table after being served to see if the meal was OK. They seemed to have too few servers for the number of diners in the restaurant. The food was good, however. The baked mac & cheese side dish is excellent.
   

   BluestoneResponded on January 1, 2025

   Hi Chuck, Thanks for the reply. I just dropped a $50 gift card in the mail that you can use at your convenience. Look forward to serving you soon! Regards, Pat
   

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   Jean VIP

   Atlantic City22 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on November 25, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great service. Big portions with lots to choose from on the menu, no matter what you’re feeling like. Love the kale and quinoa salad.
   

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   Susan

   Chicago4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on November 9, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The restaurant was very busy, but our server was lovely. They were out of fish and chips (the special that day) st 7 p.m.; that was disappointing as several in our party were going to order. Excellent happy hour deals!
   

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   Ann VIP

   Chicago9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on October 17, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We wanted a place to have a lunch discussion for work, and Bluestone was perfect. The food is always great and my colleagues were so excited about the burgers and tater tots.
   

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   Kelli

   Chicago9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on September 19, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our server was amazing and the food was delish ! Definitely coming back .
   

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   PhilipZ

   Chicago12 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on August 8, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   There were 6 people in our party. The server was a bit disorganized but we all got our food on time. Everyone commented that their entre was very good.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago1 review

   4.0

   Dined on July 14, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Nice neighborhood restaurant with great comfort food...
   

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    Downs

    Palm Springs47 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    Our first visit. We were delighted and will be back.
    

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