Boem Restaurant
Christopher Jacob · 90 Google reviewsBoem Restaurant — among the best american in Albany Park. It wears its years well. There's real intention behind the cocktail list. Owner on site, open late. [$$, patio]
What 162 diners keep saying
What 162 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Cozy, great food, friendly staff, fair prices, big patio in the back for private parties. The climate is perfect and the bar has a good selection. Great for a simple lunch or an office gathering with coworkers. Definitely recommend!”
“Amazing food and drinks, plus great service! Really nice patio when the weather is nice too! I had a steak tostada Honduran style and the shrimp pasta. The empanadas and churros were delicious as well!”
“🔥 Food is absolutely AMAZING! 🔥 They just opened during the pandemic 2 yrs ago and I got a chance to meet the family who own restaurant. Incredible people with passion for service. If you're in the Albany Park/Old Irving area DEFINITELY check them out! The owners were nice enough to give me a complimentary churro with my to go order and it was EXCEPTIONAL!!! So warm and fresh! Gracias! I've ordered twice in one week! That's how good their food is and they are open late! They have karaoke, full bar, and pool table!!!”
“Last week, I went to a baby shower which was catered by Boem. The venue was the perfect size for the event and included an in-restaurant DJ set, speakers, and colored lights. The staff was so friendly and professional, and truly made the baby shower a wonderful experience. The food was also amazing, and although Boem is known for their Mexican food, there were many pasta dishes that were delicious. Highly recommend coming here for margaritas or renting out the space for a party!”
“Still a great place to go have a drink and food taquitos and empanadas are so delicious omg... You will be drooling.”
“Relaxing patio, super friendly staff, and great drinks! The tacos are $2 and margaritas are $5 on Thursdays which was a huge plus. Everything was delicious.”
“Visited on a Friday night, delicious margaritas and omg the food! Had the Mezcalita and my partner the Hibiscus Margarita, both were absolutely fabulous! Ordered the Mango Ceviche - 10/10 and enough to share👍🏻 The Quesobirria was ::chefskiss:: 100/100 👩🏽🍳 5-stars, a recent menu addition🎉. First time trying it and still craving it days later! Not to say it totally outshined the delicious Barbaquoa or Camarones tacos that were also a 10/10, but...it kinda did 😍 I ordered the tacos and was extremely happy, and then my partner offered a bite of their Quesobirria, and my eyes got so big from the burst of complimenting flavors that I thought they might fall out😲 The Birria perfecly flavored and oh so tender, the Consumé, the Queso...I'm hooked. Staff were attentive and kind, music was perfect for a Friday night vibe. It looked like they might be set up for karaoke with stage/mic, had TouchTunes (which I usually love to have fun with) but really didn't need/want to. But the menu, that's where it's at 💯 Seriously, I'm going back for that Quesobirria for as long as it's offered! And the Mezcalita - both are A MUST try! 🥰”
“Family owned spot that is always welcoming. In the summer there is a cute back patio to hang out at. Excellent margaritas and tamarindo wings! You might miss it driving by but make sure to check out this neighborhood gem!”
“Un lugar medio viejo pero buen ambiente y servicio los alimentos ricos y bebidas también”
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