Maple Tree Inn

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   David

   Chicago40 reviews

   5.0

   Dined today

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

   Dinner and staff are always excellent @ Maple tree. Our server, Matt was outstanding! We miss the bar experience @ the original Maple Tree in Blue Island. The mixologists @ both are great. However, guests are not allowed to sit and have a before drink at the bar anymore. Only diners eating at the bar are allowed to sit there. We had to order a drink and stand around with it, which takes away from the experience. It would be nice to have a designated cocktail area for guests waiting for their tables. It just adds to the charm of Maple Tree.
   

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   Paul10436

   Chicago14 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   Everything was perfect. Food was outstanding. Noise level perfect.
   

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   NikkiJ

   Chicago12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   The food, drinks, and dessert were amazing and very authentic to NOLA. Gina was a fantastic server. We will absolutely be back.
   

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   OpenTable Diner VIP

   Chicago15 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   The food was overly spicy but didn’t have much flavor. The chicken was tasty but the fish had no seasoning. The cornbread was basic and the Mac and cheese was a bit dry. The fried green tomatoes were the best thing on the menu.
   

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   Cherie

   Chicago1 review

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   We went for my husband’s birthday and had a wonderful experience. The ambiance was great along with the food. We enjoyed the tasty Cajun jambalaya with red snapper topped with greens. The music definitely added to the experience. We will be back for sure for a date night. This place is so laid back and comfortable that a person could actually sit at the bar and just chill with a drink and laptop. I would encourage everyone to try it and don’t forget to order the banana foster bread pudding!!
   

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   Alisa

   Dallas3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   We enjoy the food and service. The fried green tomatoes were delicious . The alcohol drinks were good but had too much ice.
   

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   Lisa

   Chicago12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   I recently had the pleasure of dining at Maple Tree Inn and it was a delightful experience! The ambiance is warm and inviting, with a casual yet refined atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. The staff were attentive and friendly, enhancing the overall dining experience. To start, I ordered the Pitmaster’s Gumbo, a Creole-style dish in a traditional brown roux with okra, featuring andouille sausage, smoked chicken, pulled sparerib, and brisket. The rich flavors and hearty ingredients made it a standout starter. My boyfriend opted for the Seafood Gumbo, which included shrimp, crawfish, clams, mussels, fish, calamari, and crab in a flavorful brown roux with okra and tomatoes. Both gumbos were exceptional and showcased the depth of flavors characteristic of authentic Cajun cuisine.  For the main course, I chose the Southern Fried Catfish. The Louisiana catfish fillets were coated in seasoned flour and deep-fried to a golden brown, served with a Crystal Hot Sauce® aioli, Cajun rice, and garnished with a roasted cabbage slaw. The catfish was perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with the accompaniments complementing the dish beautifully.  My boyfriend selected the Fried Chicken, consisting of boneless chicken thighs lightly dredged and flash-fried, drizzled with honey jezebel sauce, and served with pancetta gravy, baked mac n cheese, and a pickled greens garnish. The chicken was crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and the sides provided a delightful balance of flavors.  To accompany the meal, I enjoyed one of their signature handcrafted cocktails, which was both refreshing and well-balanced. The drink menu offers a variety of options, including boutique wines on draft and an impressive selection of craft beers, ensuring there’s something for everyone. 
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   Our waiter Adam was excellent. The food was great. The cocktails were great. But the whole experience was disappointing. we were at at a table that only accommodated two people. Barely enough room for drinks let alone food. In addition to the small size of the table, we were located right outside an area with a lot of employee traffic by the bathrooms. When I asked the hostess if we could have a bigger table, she said there weren’t any available for the rest of the evening. Yet the three tables behind us that were tables for four were sat with just two people after we arrived. As well as a table set for eight sat empty for almost our whole dinner They want a credit card to hold the reservation, food and cocktails are expensive. Our check was over $260 with tip. And that’s the experience? We have been going to maple tree inn since it was located on western ave. I’m going to think twice about going to dinner there again
   

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   Michelle

   Chicago3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   Each time we go to this restaurant the experience is superb. Food was splendid, Service is always amazing.
   

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    Angela VIP

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

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

    Where everybody knows your name! I love the food but the outstanding services is what makes this our go to spot! Best of the BEST!
    

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