Fireside Restaurant & Lounge

“A couple could split the entree, food amazing extensive drink list open and serves food late in...”

A couple could split the entree, food amazing extensive drink list open and serves food late in quiet locale with plenty of parking it’s lit 10/10 gem hidden in the city

CRAE RHOADES

Oct 2025

“Great happy hour Nice service, everyone was so nice and helpful Food 10/10.”

Alfredo

Sep 2025

“My evening at the Fireside began around 5 p.m., joining friends in the rear outdoor seating area.”

My evening at the Fireside began around 5 p.m., joining friends in the rear outdoor seating area. One ordered a tea, another a Miller Lite, while I enjoyed a Heineken. The setting was marked by fresh air and leafy decor with birds flitting overhead. Soon, my family arrived for dinner. Our table featured a variety of dishes, from lemon garlic hummus and a smoked turkey sandwich to the indulgent Jacked Up burger. My burger, ordered well done, was flavorful, although a bit heavy on the barbecue sauce. When my sister mentioned to the server that the zucchini served with her hummus was a little dry, they promptly brought out a complimentary dip. As the evening unfolded, the outdoor area steadily filled, indicating that most diners, like us, preferred the pleasant backyard seating. In all, it was an easygoing, enjoyable evening with attentive service and a very reasonable bill. No surprise that Fireside has remained a Northside go-to for decades.

Sal Manuel

Jul 2025

“Stopped by for a few quick snacks.”

Stopped by for a few quick snacks. Service was great (attentive and laid back), food meet expectations, and the outdoor dining vibe will certainly have us coming back to check out more of the menu.

Michael Kraig Beeck

Jul 2025

“It’s always fun to dine and drink here.”

It’s always fun to dine and drink here. Great food, atmosphere and service, been here many times and brought my friends visiting from different states! Highly recommended

Nika Heart Boyd

May 2025

“Food is always amazing every time I come.”

Food is always amazing every time I come. I tried 3 cocktails this time, and they were all so good. The margarita was my favorite (not pictured) , and the best marg I've had before. I can't stop getting the Mac attack burger with the sweet potato tots soooooo good. There was only 1 host/bartender/server and she did it all flawlessly. There is free street parking also!

Maddy Leitz

Apr 2025

“They have redeemed themselves.”

They have redeemed themselves! Finally someone is cooking great chicken again. I’m very happy with my order and so glad that I can finally start coming here again now that the food is back on point. The drinks were always great 🫶🏻

Meenie

Nov 2024

“I rarely give a full five star review but this establishment really deserves it.”

I rarely give a full five star review but this establishment really deserves it. Admittedly we went at a slower time, not too crowded, but everything was excellent from our being greeted by the host, to our seating in the outdoor pavilion, to the best Cajun food to be had in Chicago. The service was excellent, and if you are looking for TRUE Cajun blacked seasoning this is where you'll find it. My mouth was taken back to visiting New Orleans in my early 20's!!!! In addition to the excellent food and service their menu has accommodations for several food allergies a s sensitivities. Imagine how excited I am to find a place that serves batter fried fish that no only has malt vinegar in house, but is sensitive to my egg allergy!!! Top notch and can't wait to go again. Hopefully on a night when the live entertainment is on!

Mindy Olsen

Jul 2024

“Love coming to this place last time I was here was a couple of years ago.”

Love coming to this place last time I was here was a couple of years ago. Food is always great and so is the service. Had the fish and chips, super large portion but super delicious. 10/10

Pam V

Oct 2023

“They saved me by quickly bringing a Pepsi & cherry juice for my low sugar complication.”

They saved me by quickly bringing a Pepsi & cherry juice for my low sugar complication. Meatloaf is tasty without the sauce. The ribs are really good.

Googler

Oct 2023

“I met a friend here tonight for dinner.”

I met a friend here tonight for dinner. We had a couple drinks and dinner and everything was great. The service was very prompt and friendly. The ribs were excellent and a very good size slab. The make your own mac and cheese was also excellent. Very large selection of beers wines and cocktails. Definitely an old school place that's still relevant and still very enjoyable. Prices were reasonable and I highly recommend. Great outdoor area to sit out and enjoy or relaxed atmosphere inside. It wasn't very crowded inside but it gave us a nice opportunity to sit and talk without feeling rushed. I will definitely return and bring other people to the restaurant. And would be looking forward to trying some of the other dishes including their burgers and sandwiches.

Chuck Blatt

Jul 2022

“This place is a Hidden Gem.”

This place is a Hidden Gem! Wonderful, independently owned restaurant right inside a wonderful Ravenswood Avenue neighborhood. All of our food was cooked to order and was delivered to our table piping hot. I give this restaurant five stars!

Mary Biancalana

Jan 2022