S.K.Y.
Jordan Gary · 482 Google reviewsS.K.Y. — high-caliber american in Old Town. The mood here leans quiet and romantic. Cocktail menu runs deeper than expected. Kevin Gancarz: "The Brussels sprouts were amongst the best I've bad and with the crispy shallots were actually Funyun-esque" [$$$]
What 1,344 diners keep saying
What 1,344 diners keep saying
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“Excellent restaurant inside the historic Belden-Stratford building by Lincoln Park. The gorgeous architecture & design is matched by good service and a creative menu with influences from Korea, Singapore and the Philippines. They even had a good non-alcoholic sparkling tea.”
“We finally got to check this place out. Located next to Mon Ami Gabi, you enter through the magnificent lobby. Inside is decorated sparsely but with warmth. We sat near the window for brunch and it was not at all busy at Saturday 10am. It’s probably not the first pick for brunch since their menu is not heavily focused on egg dishes (but they featured baked goods trays which I promised myself to try when I bring a larger family here). They relocated to this new space last fall but I had not really noticed from outside in my walks. The menu is very Asian-fusion and food was high quality and creative. I preferred theirs to North Pond actually. Theirs have more flavor overall. We ordered Maine Lobster Dumplings, Warm Mushroom Salad (this was a hit. I’m going to try to recreate the roasted mushroom at home) and truffle croquettes, pork noodle served in Korean earthen pot and salmon tartine. The first two dishes are really memorable flavors. They were generous with Mimosa and J enjoyed Mezcal shots each with pickle brine and watermelon. Think dirty martini but with more zing! which I appreciated. We want to come back for their happy hour and try other dishes. So glad to find this gem today. Service was prompt and with smiles.”
“Great food, portions are on the smaller side. Loved the dumplings and the short rib. And get the bread pudding !!! Delicious”
“Sky Restaurant absolutely delivered one of those rare nights where everything just hits. First—Camilo. Exceptional. The kind of service that’s attentive without hovering, warm without being scripted, and genuinely elevates the entire experience. You can tell he takes pride in what he does, and it shows in every interaction. And then there’s Jamie behind the bar—next level. Not just a bartender, a true mixologist. Every drink felt intentional, balanced, and a little bit dangerous in the best way. The “Don’t Mind If I Do” was smooth, flirty, and impossible to have just one. And “Sex on a Concrete Beach”? Bold, layered, and unforgettable. Jamie has that rare ability to make a cocktail feel like part of the night’s story. Now the food—wow. The lobster dumplings were a standout. Rich, delicate, and perfectly executed. The bread (which people underestimate) was incredible—warm, flavorful, and clearly not an afterthought. And the pudding… just order it. No notes. It’s the kind of dessert that ends the night on a high note you don’t forget. The entire space has this intimate, elevated energy that makes you want to linger. Great vibe, great people, great attention to detail. This wasn’t just dinner—it was an experience. Already planning the next visit. What do you think”
“Amazing meal out for our first time in Chicago. Well worth it. From the warm mushroom salad, to the prime rib, it was so good. The dessert was so good we got another after splitting the first one.”
“Amazing restaurant! The service was spot on, with every detail carefully attended to for a pleasant experience. The food is exquisite, especially the Short Rib with Red Curry and potatoes; it’s one of the best dishes I’ve had in a long time. Highly recommended!"”
“Had the best Valentine’s brunch at the new Lincoln Park location last weekend. We were happy to see that the lobster dumplings and corn madelines were still on the menu in all their glory. New spot felt decadent and still cozy — great music, lots of seating that doesn’t feel cramped, and a dreamy ambience. Everything we ordered hit. Great flavors, great pacing, no chaos (which honestly deserves its own award on Valentine’s weekend). Big shoutout to Camillo for taking such good care of us. Super chill, super attentive, and just genuinely kind. He made the whole experience feel smooth and fun without ever being over the top. 10/10. We’ll be back.”
“S.K.Y. exceeded my expectations! We had a wonderful Valentine’s Day dinner a few nights ago. Every dish was beautifully plated, creative, and delicious. We started with the tuna tartare lumpia, sisig, and lobster dumplings. Out of the three, the lobster dumplings were my favorite, but the lumpia and sisig were delicious as well. My boyfriend called the lumpia a “savory cannoli” and I think that’s a pretty accurate description. For mains, we had the fried chicken and the french onion short rib. The fried chicken was the star of the night - the skin was incredibly crispy and whatever they seasoned it with was just impeccable. The short rib was great as well, and the spinach with a crispy gruyere top that came with it was so so good. For dessert, we had the bread pudding for which the caramel sauce was very bourbon-y but it was great. Although a little slow (understandably - it was Valentine’s Day), the service was warm and welcoming. The singular thing, and very very minor thing, that I have to complain about is that my boyfriend’s main dish came out a few minutes before mine, so he had to wait for me to eat. Again, I give them some lenience because Valentine’s Day. Besides that, everything was perfect!!!”
“We enjoyed a birthday celebration at S.K.Y. 2.0. The room is lovely and vibing. The menu is heavily Asian influences. Which, I mean, bibimbap is bibimbap to some degree. This was very good but I can’t say it was go out of the way for it good. The other dishes were fine. Good wine list. Attentive service. People having fun and enjoying the room. We hadn’t been here since L2O in 2008 so happy to have another connection.”
“A stylish & intimate spot for stunning Asian fusion dishes. Lots of memorable bites from our visit - the warm mushroom salad was deeply umami, the Mapo Ricotta with pancake was a standout, and the lamb meatballs were full of flavor. The lobster dumplings were refreshing though a bit light on lobster, and the sisig leaned rich and repetitive. The short rib was wonderfully tender, though we realized too late that the recommended 4-5 dishes was more food than we needed. Service was attentive (sometimes a bit too frequently) and the added 5% employee benefit charge was a slight downside, though the birthday note they included was a thoughtful touch. Overall, very good food with minor service and spacing drawbacks.”
“I’m convinced S.K.Y. could hand me a menu written in Wingdings and whatever I randomly pointed to would still taste great. But let’s skip the suspense: the Hamachi Sashimi is the star, the headliner, the reason to book a reservation. Order one if you’re polite, two if you’re sensible, and three or four if you’re honest with yourself. It was the best thing we ate all week and could easily be its own tasting menu. The Warm Mushroom Salad followed the Hamachi, which was unfortunate—for the salad. Tough act to follow, though still perfectly fine if you enjoy being reminded of your earlier, better choices. Maine Lobster Dumplings: generous portion, legitimately delicious. Slow Roasted Prime Rib: also generous, tender, and cooked exactly the way you hope but rarely get. Spice Roasted Cauliflower: if you insist on vegetables, these at least reward your virtue. Desserts are not optional. The Banana Budino is the second-best thing on the menu and fully aware of it. The Carrot Cake is excellent—so good it practically files a complaint if you skip it. In short: go for the Hamachi, stay for everything else, leave wondering how soon you can justify your next visit.”
“Sometimes, a meal at a restaurant delivers hits after hits, and you can’t help but be impressed that the standard and quality is so high. This is one of those places. We ordered the hamachi sashimi, lobster dumplings, endive salad, duck confit, brussels sprouts, and prime rib, and carrot cake. Every single dish (save for the brussel sprouts) had us sitting back satisfied after clearing our plates. I especially loved the lobster dumplings, which were packed flavor and luxuriously rich, but not in an overwhelming/heavy way at all. A second favorite was the duck confit which was garnished with green apple slices and puree which balanced perfectly with the duck leg that was falling off the bone, melt-in the-mouth tender. Now about the brussels sprouts. They were meant to be crying tiger brussels sprouts and I’m pretty sure they forgot to add the sauce since I know the flavor profile of the original Thai dish, but they had essentially no salt or flavor other than being fried and topped with fried alliums. It was a shame since everything else was amazing, and I could have said something, but it was one of the last dishes (a side dish) served with our prime rib. I was already so full and happy with the meal that I let it go. I’m sure it is delicious with the sauce, judging by everything else. Service was attentive and communicative. The space is very loud though if the restaurant is busy, so be prepared to lean close the table and speak loudly to your table mates and server. I’m already looking for another night to come back here!”
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