Best Restaurants for People Watching in Albany Park

I am visiting Chicago for a few weeks, and I have eaten at your restaurant twice.Each time I was privileged to encounter Manager Michael, and Jaafar. During these visits to the restaurant, they were both perfect representations of the RL brand! Each time they were both super attentive to me, as well as all of the RL guest. During my visits, I witnessed each of them resolve issues and exceed the expectations of each guest. Their efforts expressed concern and gratitude to each diner. On several occasions I witnessed each of them handle potential issues with grace, resolving issues and putting out the fire before it had a chance to flare up. The experienced left me felling welcomed and gave me the impression that I was important to the restaurant and brand. Often time African American customers are disregarded or spoke down to by restaurant staff. During my visit each of them witnessed this mistreatment by customers or other staff and immediately did their part to correct the wrong and to ensure I had an excellent experience….and that I did! They both did their part to ensure that I had wonderful time. Each time I visited,I left with a smile on my face. It’s my belief that God gives some people the gift of kindness and generosity and I believe both of them have that gift and I would like to humbly thank them for being considerate, kind and generous, and for making my experience wonderful! Life is short and kindness is important and I believe in my heart that they both understand that, and know how to treat others. RL, Thank you for having them both on your staff and for allowing them to bless others with their presence! Meeting them was the highlight of my visit to CHICAGO.

The manager Christian was very nice and accommodating. The front staff were so nice and very helpful. They explained everything and accommodated our entire party. The waiter was a little aggressive but overall handled our tables to the best of his ability.

Our dinner was fantastic. We loved everything. The new specials were a great addition. The new burrata dish was fresh and delicious. The mushroom pasta special was particularly good. Different mushrooms made a difference in the dish. Finally, the tiramisu and chocolate cake was perfectly made and served in different ways. Hector treating us like we were VIPs even though we only come once a year. Thank you!

Gibsons is one of my favorite restaurants in the city! My recent visit was nothing short of exceptional. I started with an Old Fashioned, which was perfectly crafted. My wife and I shared a loaded wedge salad, a New York Strip, and a double baked potato – all of which were delicious and cooked to perfection. For dessert, we indulged in a cookie with ice cream, paired with a glass of 20-year Tawny. The evening was made even more special by the fantastic piano player, who added a wonderful ambiance to our dining experience. Highly recommend!

I was on a first date and let the maître de know upon my arrival. My date was waiting at the bar and the maître de knew that and walked me toward him which was very sweet as I was nervous. They gave a choice of tables so we picked a quiet out of the way option so we could talk. We were not rushed to order which was great. We enjoyed a leisurely evening getting to know each other while ordering small burger sliders, truffle tater tots, red wine, beet salad and meatballs. The food was excellent. The service was top notch. This restaurant is right in my neighborhood so it will likely be my new "go-to". I highly recommend!! If I could give them six stars I would. : ) Thank you, Rosebud.