Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Streeterville

We had an incredible dining experience at Yardbird during our honeymoon. The service was top-notch—our server was friendly, and the manager personally greeted us, which was a lovely touch. The food was fantastic! As a Southern cuisine fan, I can be picky, but everything we ordered was excellent. We started with the **deviled eggs**, and while I prefer them with shrimp at home, they were still a solid start. Then came the **Fried Green Tomato BLT Stack**—pork belly, pimento cheese, and tomato jam. This was absolutely delicious, the perfect combination of flavors. The **Mac & Cheese** with five artisanal cheeses was rich and creamy, though not mind-blowing—solid 8/10. For the entrées, the **Chicken & Waffles** with spiced watermelon and bourbon maple syrup was my first time trying this classic, and it was divine. The crispy chicken and the sharp cheddar waffles with grilled watermelon were the perfect balance of savory and sweet. The **Shrimp & Grits** had perfectly seasoned shrimp and flavorful toppings, but the grits were a little too coarse for my taste—7/10. We had drinks—the **Bloody Mary** was spectacular, and the **Passionfruit Breeze** was nice but took a backseat to the Bloody Mary. For dessert, the **Banana Pudding Cheesecake** was *amazing*—100/10. The vibe at Yardbird was perfect—not too loud, so we could enjoy our meal without shouting. Overall, Yardbird is a must-visit for anyone craving Southern comfort food with great service and a relaxed atmosphere.

Nice ambience! Tay was a great server she really knew the menu and what to suggest . Definitely a spot to visit when in the CHI

Came here for the happy hour thanks to my Facebook algorithm that kept promoting the Hawksmoor Happy Hour special, $25 steak & frites! It was cooked to my liking and though simple it was lean yet tender, not tough or chewy as most lean meats can get. And it had a good charred beefy flavor to it. It is a 28 dry aged steak that is cooked to order over hot coals. Paired with crispy, fluffy potatoey beef tallow fries and you have one of the best valued happy hour menu item ever!

We love it!!! It was a MUST repeat upon returning to Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile. I love the piano music and singer - love love love it! The food is superb. Waitstaff are very attentive. Alcoholic beverages on point - always great. Thanks for a wonderful meal. See you next time (3rd time).

Fantastic! I get the burger every time I’m in town.