Citrine Café

“Was great service and the whitefish was really tasty.”

angela walker

Nov 2025

“Amazing service. Probably the best service I have ever had in Chicago. Our server was very sweet...”

Amazing service. Probably the best service I have ever had in Chicago. Our server was very sweet and attentive, always refilling our waters and being so accommodating to any changes or requests we wanted to make to our meals. The food was delicious and flavorful, and reasonable for the price point. I will absolutely be back!

Autumn Cao

Apr 2025

“We come here for brunch quite often and will continue to do so.”

We come here for brunch quite often and will continue to do so. The beignets are loved by all. Today we loved the food, although the spicy chicken surprised us (but also yummy) we asked if next time we could get the chicken plain next time, she said yes! When Gabi our server dropped the check, she offered my son gelato on the house, 100/10.

Laura

Jan 2025

“Couldn’t wait to write this review.”

Couldn’t wait to write this review. Literally writing this in the car as we drive away 😆. What a great experience! From the moment we walked in, to the moment we left. It’s rare to have genuine interaction with people, yet alone in a restaurant. Lauren was AMAZING. Hands down. She is sweet, knowledgeable, and I can tell is a great human being. She makes you feel like you are one of her friends, and I love that! Thank you for making my husbands birthday dinner ❤️. We are about making memories, and you helped make a perfect one ☺️. Also - if you are looking for cocktail recommendations definitely take hers!

Hannah D.

Jan 2025

“Our server did a fantastic of explaining the inspiration for the menu and made some great suggestions.”

Our server did a fantastic of explaining the inspiration for the menu and made some great suggestions. Great vibe in the restaurant but the sound system could you some work.

Scott N

Sep 2024

“The cocktails were great.”

The cocktails were great. Ordered the sea bass deboned and it was the best fish I’ve ever eaten. The server was friendly. I will definitely come back to this restaurant really soon.

Hector Pina

Sep 2024

“Exquisite dining experience.”

Exquisite dining experience. I wish I could come again. We ordered the shrimp n grits, the beignets with Nutella and the sausage hash. Photos are attached. Parking is free outside for up to 2 hours. The server was ultra friendly and nice. The downside of the service was that we had two requests for our food (cheese on the side for the hash and the eggs to be scrambled and not over easy). Both were ignored. We were hungry so we didn’t want to have the food remade. This kinda was a bummer as my husband did not do well with the cheese. The other two meals, shrimp and grits and the beignets were awesome though. 10/10 on my food.

Joan Lazar

Sep 2024

“Octopus app was as good as advertised.”

Octopus app was as good as advertised. Food overall was delicious and well made. The gnocchi was pillowy and flavorful. Also had the risotto special which had short rib and rock shrimp. Delightful. Loved the cocktails and wine selection also. Service was prompt and attentive. Vibe was lively but not loud. Had a great time!

Chai A

Apr 2024

“Nice place with good, interesting food.”

Nice place with good, interesting food. We were there for brunch. Try the beignets, you won't be sorry.

Mike Walker

Mar 2024

“We had an absolutely wonderful dinner experience.”

We had an absolutely wonderful dinner experience. The food was incredible, the drinks were actually perfect, and the ambience was just the right mix of casual and cozy with an upscale vibe. Our waiter was very knowledgeable and on top of everything.

Bill Allan

Feb 2024

“Phenomenal appetizers including non-rubbery octopus and delicious Steak Tartare, phenomenal savory...”

Phenomenal appetizers including non-rubbery octopus and delicious Steak Tartare, phenomenal savory main dishes with the butternut squash ravioli being a table favorite. Their drinks and deserts are good, but not in the same tier as the appetizers and the main course.

Zachary Robbins

Jan 2024

“Great restaurant.”

Great restaurant. Went on a Wednesday night as we prefer a quieter atmosphere. All ingredients were very fresh. The baklava dessert with pistachio gelato was my personal favorite. We ordered salmon, whitefish, and cauliflower. Our server, Kelly, was very friendly and helpful. Even though I usually prefer overly seasoned foods, because the salmon was cooked to a crispy perfection and paired well with butternut squash and greens, I actually really enjoyed the way the chef prepared it. Love the plating, upscale vibe, and my pomegranate mocktail even had hearts in it! Thanks, Citrine!

Jessica Mascarenhas

Dec 2023