Love love love this place! This was a fun place in Boystown. There are swings you can sit at outside. We ordered the cucumber cups, bacon wrapped chicken, beef tenderloin tips and the quinoa casserole. The cucumber cups were refreshing and delicious (with olives and other components). The quinoa casserole was also very flavorful and was topped with delicious cheese. Such a great way to have quinoa! I usually always think it's bland but they flavored it up very nicely. Finally, the two meats we chose (the chicken and beef tips) were so flavorful and moist. This is a perfect amount for two people. We ordered the Vieux Carre cocktails which is a bourbon maple cocktail with a maple ice cube. When the ice cube melted, it perfectly sweetened the cocktail and it was amazing. By far one of the best cocktails I had. Try it! Awesome service as well.
(5)
Kathy F.
Went to mEAT last night because we had eaten at the one in Streeterville and really liked it. This one is closer to where we live. Had the magic margarita which was still good but the one in Streeterville tasted better. We also ordered the Wisconsin cheese fondue because we had it before. This time the cheese had a non-cheese consistency and almost no flavor. Almost like they watered it down. Disappointing. Everything else was good (beef tenderloin skewers and bacon tart). The service at this location was also not as good as the Streeterville one. There were two-three waitstaff for probably 5 tables but we had to wait for someone to come to our table - almost like they didn't see us. Then two guys showed up at the same time. For dessert we had the Joy fondue which is supposed to be like an Almond Joy bar. There was no coconut in it that I could taste, which was the only reason I ordered it. Also, they use milk chocolate. Fondue is much better with dark chocolate. I might go back for the drinks alone but won't make it a priority.
(3)
Allie W.
Man, this place was a disappointment from start to finish. A friend and I dropped in on Labor Day at about 8:00 for dinner. We were intrigued by the swings and were super hungry. We were able to sit down quickly, but waited for a long time before we were greeted or got waters. Then we waited a long time before we could order. Then we waited a long time for our food. The restaurant was not busy, though it was likely understaffed. Our server was nice, but we felt like we never saw him and there weren't many places for him to go. There were at least two servers working and the restaurant is small enough that they should not have been weeded. Clearly something went wrong at some point. The food was okay for the most part but is WAY overpriced. Like 1.5 times the amount it should cost. Seriously, $20 for four grilled shrimp with drawn butter? $15 for a flatbread? $8.00 for "creamed corn" that was clearly frozen corn dumped in tasteless and heavy cream sauce? (No excuse for that shit during corn season and with so many other places offering amazing elotes). Most dishes were underseasoned and there were no salt or pepper shakers to be found. And after all that - a meal for two people who each had two drinks came out to well over $100 even without tip. If you really want to sit on the swings, grab a drink. But save your time and money and eat somewhere else.
(2)
Shuang Z.
We came to mEAT because the restaurant we were planning to go was full. We picked this place because their swing outdoor seats. The food was beyond expectation!!! We ordered stuffed mushroom, pistachio crust lamb chunk, lobster tails and sausages. The lamb was awesome. The medium raw lamb was really tender! The pistachio crust definitely added a nutty taste to the lamb!! They are so awesome! We enjoyed eating while swinging! The server is pretty friendly too! Will come back again to try their brunch!!
(5)
Tricia D.
We love meat and mEAT! A few differences from the location in Streeterville: - I had to ask for the kale chips... and they were really bland and were in dire need of salt (and I NEVER say that or add salt to anything). - this mEAT does not do the buy-2-skewers-get-1-side free deal. :o( - interior needs more lighting. We had a window table on the MInibar side (we wonder if at late hours on the weekend, this side of mEAT shuts down and turns into Minibar), and it was really dim. Table tops for 2 are way too small. On this visit, I ordered the hot bacon (has giardiniera, so there was a definite kick!) flatbread, and the tops are so small, 1/3 of the wooden board was hanging off the table. I also noticed that we were charged for each refill of pop ($2), without being informed. Ugh! Each serving is in a tall, skinny glass full of ice, so it's literally like 3 sips. Double ugh! Waiter wrote "Thank you! Enjoy your movie!" on the receipt. Cute! Attentive service too. K wanted to know where the mustard (served with the andouille sausage skewer) was from, and the waiter hunted down the vendor and wrote it down on a piece of paper for him.
(5)
Justin V.
Rarely does a restaurant exceed expectations like mEAT did for me tonight. And we actually came in with already high expectations with all of the positive reviews. mEAT lived up to their reviews and then-some. As I mentioned before, I really wanted to try mEAT due to the reviews but also because it's three blocks from where I live, making it quite a convenient restaurant. We walk and were immediately seated at a nice table by the kitchen. I noticed they had some outdoor seating (in the form of swings) which I will surely take advantage of on a return visit when the weather is a tad more agreeable. First and foremost, the ambiance was pleasant, the restaurant was clean and stylish, and our waiter oozed charisma. He was extremely friendly, funny, and made great recommendations for drinks, appetizers, entrees and sides. He took care great of our table making sure we never went too long without a refill. Personally I always really enjoy when a waiter is able to read a table and able to respond accordingly. Our waiter, Mak, definitely deserves special consideration for going above and beyond the call of duty. Now to the really good part - the food. We started with a magic margarita and la Paloma - two speciality drinks. We moved to our appetizer - the crab Rangoon flatbread. Words cannot possibly express how good this was. I was blown away. The sauce was the same filling for the crab Rangoon, and it was sprinkled with crab pieces on top of the cheese. It was made fresh and absolutely delicious. It was well worth waiting an extra few minutes for the food to arrive fresh. Our entrees and side were next. The side was Brussel sprouts with bacon and seasoning. Now I'm not usually a big fan of Brussel sprouts but these were an exception. Flavored very well and of course- bacon makes everything taste better. Next up was the Cajun andouille sausage. It was hung from a skewer at our table. Very good! And my favorite dish was the pistachio crusted lamb - also hung from a skewer. This was absolutely amazing. The crust gave it a crunch and a flavor I've never had with lamb before. I'm honestly happy the dishes ran out because I would have eaten myself into absolute oblivion. All in all this was an excellent experience and I will be making a return trip in the future. Some people might think it's a little pricey but hey - you definitely are getting what you pay for!
(5)
Maggi H.
The only reason this is not 5 stars is because without the groupon it's pricey. With the groupon this is a steal you have to go to! Pros: 1) GET THE SHRIMP- honestly they're basically mini-lobster tails. 2) GET THE BACON WRAPPED DATES- Okay I will admit these are so sweet they could almost be dessert, but still they are scrumptious and worth it. 3) Great cocktails: my fav was the sangria, but the magic margarita and the cinnamon one were good too. 4) eat outside if possible, the ambiance outside is nicer and more relaxed Cons: 1) Ambiance of restaurant is dark on the inside 2) Pricey without the groupon Overall, will definitely be back if I can snag another groupon deal. Service was also good.
(4)
Timothy F.
This place is WAY overpriced for the neighborhood and for what you get. I got the tenderloin, and while it was tender, and a loin cut, $17 for about 4 ounces of meat?!? REALLY??? Everything is a la carte. The mushrooms were decent, but weirdly, a huge family sized portion. I then re-read the menu, and the "hearty" sides are family style. I had a glass of wine ($11), the aforementioned 4 ounces of meat, and more mushrooms than I really wanted or could eat, and it was $36.00 before tax. My suggestion to the owner? Reduce your side portions and increase the portion of the main entree-the meat. Either that, or rename your restaurant, "sHROOMS"...
(1)
Joseph G.
We booked here because of the reviews, but came away unimpressed. The food was OK, but I felt it was overpriced for what it was. My husband and I made reservations, and were seated at the window bar - basically both facing the same direction, looking onto the street. There were multiple flies buzzing around the window trying to get out, and it wasn't very appetizing. The waiter was nice, but service was a bit slow. The restaurant was very loud once it started filling up with people, and it hard for us to hear each other, or the server. We had fondue, which was OK. My husband really liked his bacon-wrapped kabobs, but my veggie ones were essentially roasted zuchinis that had been put on a skewer. The creamed corn was pretty good. When someone else was sat at the window bar next to us, we kept bumping into each other. Overall, it was an disappointing experience.
(2)
Emily T.
The service is okay, but the quality of the meat is not. Overpriced! One skewer is around $25 - $35 with NO side included. Each side is around $10. I was expecting their meat quality to be good which turned out not. Seafood is not very fresh; lamb is dry; steak is not juicy either. I won't go back unless they improve their food quality and lower their price.
(2)
Tera D.
As a sometimes, semi-paleo enthusiast, mEAT is pretty awesome. You get kale chips instead of bread for a snack. Then out comes skewers of delicious meat and big helpings of veggie side dishes. The meats are all pretty good, but the lamb chops are out of this world. The only downside...price. I guess you get what you pay for, but the the bill does always feel pretty hefty at the end, even if you don't! Nonetheless, I've been a few times and I'm sure I'll be back. It's a unique place that's worth the trip for a healthier, meat-filled meal.
(4)
Dale J.
An excellent restaurant, fairly small and reservations are a must except for the slowest time. I had the stuffed mushrooms as a starter. it's been forever since I've seen them on a menu and these were quite good. I had the skewer of bacon wrapped chicken and it was divine. I ordered the side of Mac and Cheese, it was very rich, but the Mac combined with half of the stuffed mushrooms and the skewer was simply too much food. Service was friendly without the fake friendliness of a chain. But, there's no pseudo hipster vibe here either.
(5)
Emily Z.
Life doesn't get much better than spending your day swinging but swinging with a Magic Margarita in hand is the perfect mix between being a child and an adult! mEAT's sidewalk patio with its plank swing seats is what drew me to mEAT and what would get me to come back. The Magic Margarita ($11) was recommended by our server, it was strong and good. It is served over a large cube of pomegranate ice which is cool! We started with the stuffed mushrooms at $8, they were packed with breadcrumbs and flavor, thanks to salt. I would recommend them. We got a side of the fondue Mac and Cheese at $9 and we were a bit disappointed. Though it contains apple-wood smoked bacon, green peas, garlic, bay leaves, white pepper, sharp Vermont cheddar & Gouda, white wine and sun-dried tomatoes the flavor just didn't wow me. We tried two skewers, both were good but not great and a bit pricey for what you got. - Bacon wrapped Chicken at $13 was a bit of a disappointment, the cream cheese was barely distinguishable by the pallet and understandable the bacon was half uncooked as it was cooked next to the other bite. -Pistachio crusted pork at $14 looked cool but had not real distinguishable flavor other than the oyster plum sauce it was served with. We had great service and all the alfresco decor was spot on. I will definitely be back for another margarita and maybe a flat-bread on the sidewalk patio!
(3)
Allison F.
If you love sharing your meal and offering bites, then you can't beat mEAT. Your proteins come out speared on skewers and hung for you to slide 'em off and dip 'em into their accompanied sauces. In addition, the sides are served family-style, giving you more reason to invite all of your carnivorous friends. With a party of six we ordered skewers of bacon-wrapped dates, lemon chicken, beef tenderloin tips, cajun andouille sausage, meatballs, and seared scallops as well as brussels sprouts, quinoa salad, and fondue mac and cheese. All of of the meats were cooked properly and tender as can be. Each skewer was brought out when ready to serve, so they were sizzling hot and fresh. The sides were all inviting and appetizing, but I savored the skewers more. Still, if you want to keep the meat-theme running through your whole dinner, then I would elect the brussels sprouts as your best pick. We ended the night with a group-friendly fondue (thanks, Stu!) and more skewers to dip fruits, marshmallows, brownies, pound cake, walnuts, pretzels, and cheesecake bites into the vat of chocolate. All in all, mEAT is a solid spot for divvying up and chowing down.
(4)
Nicholas F.
I really enjoyed eating here. The onion tart was remarkable. I loved the lamb and filet skewers and the way they were served. I have to agree with the other reviewers that have said the prices are high for the small portions. But the food is prepared well and tastes great. The cocktails are really neat too; they incorporate modern gastronomy techniques, which makes classic cocktails really interesting. The swings out front look cool, too. I would recommend this place, and I'm sure I'll be back to try some of their other offerings.
(4)
Ivana S.
Being the carnivore that I am, it's no surprise I absolutely loved a place called meat. We've been there twice so far and both times the food tasted great and the service was really really good. We didn't feel rushed, yet didn't have to wait around for the waiter either. And the drink recommendations are much appreciated. The only two downsides are the fact that it is a bit pricy and that both times we went the music level was pretty high. With that said, I will definitely return.
(5)
Cristina P.
Very expensive, but the meat was pretty tasty. DO NOT get the cucumber cocktail. The waiter wouldn't stop talking about it so I ordered it...and it tasted like soap. Between my friend and I the 3 cocktails were ok; They were too sweet and way too expensive.
(3)
Sarah C.
It pains me a little bit to give mEAT a 2 star review, but without an option to do half stars, it must be done. I thought the idea behind the restaurant - ordering skewers of things and sharing - was intriguing and fun, but the execution is wanting. I ordered a drink, forget which one, and it was VERY good. I had a concern about some of the ingredients being gluten-free, but the waiter was very knowledgeable about the gluten content and put my mind at ease. The drink was the highlight of the meal, by far. My sister ordered the stuffed mushrooms as an app and really enjoyed them (they included breadcrumbs, so I didn't have any). I think she came away with a slightly better impression of the dinner than I did, mainly because of the tasty app. We got a chicken skewer and a veggie skewer. As far as I could taste, absolutely nothing had been done in the way of flavoring or spicing or marinating either one. The chicken was on the dry side and didn't taste like much. The veggies didn't appear to have anything on them at all. Without the benefit of olive oil or butter and a dash of salt, there just wasn't anything to like about them. The reality is that every time I've ever grilled veggies or done kabobs, the product has been tastier and appears to have been given more consideration than our dinner was given at mEAT. Considering what we were served, the prices are way too high. The atmosphere is nice, the wait staff is attentive and informed, but the food is lack-luster at best. So go for a few drinks if you're in the neighborhood, but head elsewhere for your meal.
(2)
Sarah V.
Brazilian Steakhouse - Food quality, flavor + Terribly Over-hyped "science" drinks + Bland sides and appetizers = $150 worth of disappointment. The staff is really nice and the restaurant smells pretty good but aside from that I'm not exactly what all the fuss is about. Based on how much the server was glorifying the drinks I was expecting an EPIC molecular mash-up that would leave me in awe and inspire me to change my major to chemistry, but none of that happened. Instead, I got a mediocre drink, boozy, but mediocre. If you want every part of your meal wrapped in bacon, mEAT might be worth a try.
(2)
H H.
No reservations, no problem! We even got the front of the house, great for people watching! Server, Evan, amazing! Great suggestions, prompt, and never had an empty drink for long. Drink - magic margarita, heavenly! Ska Modus Hoperandi, hoppy X10 and very tasty. So far so good! We ordered beef tips... My first was was too done. Sad face. BUT the next 4 were perfection and amazing! The salmon was wonderful and very unique! We got Mac and cheese AND Brussel sprouts. Both were very tasty. I personally would get the Brussel sprouts over the Mac n cheese but that's me. Have no complaints. Fun and entertaining place! We will go back.
(5)
Kyle D.
Overall: Great tasting meat and sides! Unfortunately it's fairly expensive and the service is questionable. The good: Great meats, lots of options. Every single one tasted amazing. Intimate atmosphere. Good size options. Big portions. Great for dates or for groups. The bad: I really wish yelp could do 3.5 stars, cause that's what I'd give mEAT. Service was NOT good. Took forever to be served and to get our bill as well. Small restaurant feels cramped. Expensive for what it is. Atmosphere: 8/10 Service: 6/10 Food: 8/10
(4)
Victoria V.
Horrendous. In one word. If we weren't starving due to a busy long business day we would have walked out after one bite. We tried to make a positive out of a negative but ended up going to eat at another restaurant (taverna 750) last night after we paid for over priced and VERY UNDERWHELMING food and experience at mEAT. Are people who are leaving high reviews drunk when they eat here? Or did the gimmick of the swings sell you ? $73 including tip for this garbage. And I tipped 20 % for terrible service as well. Beef tenderloin was clearly sitting refrigerated all day and had a stale taste. Veggie skewer? Huge chunks of flavorless nothing. The corn was the only decent piece of this. Your only saving graces were the balsamic reduction on the re heated Brussels sprouts and thank god for the cucumber gimlet or there would have been nothing good about this experience. The server waltzed past us and barely even checked on our table. When, in brief passing , literally without even stopping at our table - he asked as he walked by how everything was tasting and clearly didn't hear that we were dis satisfied. Otherwise maybe your establishment could have remedied the situation. Clearly he didn't actually care how everything was tasting. Truly disappointing and we will not be back and I will be sure to tell everyone I know not to waste their money at mEAT.
(1)
Anthony A.
We were looking for a local place to have dinner ith our three children and on the advice of our hotel bellman we decided to give it a try. The entrance to the restaurant is on the inside of an apartment building. The interior of the restaurant is very nice with wooden pallets on the ceiling and lighting to give it that more rustic look. The wait staff was very friendly and acommadating. Our waiter explained the menu and advised us it was more of a sharing type menu were the meats come on skewers, so thats what we set out order. We had the following: Bacon Wrapped dates - Very tasty Lemon Chicken - a bit chewey, but flavored well Beef Tenderloin Tips - Super Tender Seared Scallops - Big and tasty Brussel Sprouts - Excellent Fondue Macaroni and Cheese - Can't go wrong Quino Casserole - Kid favorite Steakhouse Mushrooms - Very good The food was excellent and fast. If you're looking for a laid back atmosphere for family or business, the restaurant hit your mark.
(4)
Stephanie H.
I'm really struggling with this review. I considered making this 2 stars because I'm not sure if I would go back, but I don't think it's bad... I guess I just struggle with the concept. The meat skewers are displayed on the table from a hanging frame thing but I'm not sure how effective it is because at our 2 person table everything was still cramped. Plus, it took a while for the skewers. We had the Caesar salad to start which was ok. The bacon onion tart was good. The kale chips that are at each table weren't very good, we ate them because they were there but they tasted bad- there are better kale chips out there. The beef tenderloin skewer was dry and the cauliflower puree had no seasoning. The drinks (and to an extent the food) are steep, they claim it's because they are micro drinks and all the ingredients are made in house. I guess. But for $12 a cocktail, I'd rather go down the block to Wood. The drinks were fine but pricey. All in all, I didn't eat anything bad, but I didn't eat anything great either. Our service was fine, but the food was just ok. I'm not opposed to coming back, but I'm not telling my friends that they should definitely come here.
(3)
Kent T.
SO SUPER CUTE!!! And what a great idea! Awesome spot to sit and share tasty skewered food, apps, salads, etc. Everything was really yummy!! We were there with a giant party of 14, not really the best way to east at mEAT. I think the kitchen was struggling a bit. BUT, we that said, we all still had a great time and loved the food. I would go back in a second! This time a table for 2, or 4? It will be perfect!
(4)
Adam C.
I went her with my GF and a buddy of mine and all of us are foodies. All I can say about our experience is...what a big disappointment. The good - ambiance is good and the food LOOKS good. However, as we all know, looks can be deceiving. The bad - the food was extremely bland. We all commented that every dish we got was "missing" something. Literally every dish and we got 5 different ones. We got the onion tart, lamb, scallops, bacon wrapped chicken and the creamed corn. Scallops were undercooked (slimy in the middle), the bacon on the chicken dish was not fully cooked, creamed corn had a watery taste and no savory or sweet element to it. The lamb was ok but needed more flavor. The onion tart was the only thing I would even call decent. The worst part of it all was the price. At 24.00 for the scallops (2 medium and 2 small sized ones) and 24.00 for the lamb (2 small pieces) that is just outrageous if not borderline criminal. The server was nice but after we placed our first order we waited about 25-30 minutes until we got the first dish. Ridiculous. All he other dishes were brought to the table at odd times. Upon leaving I told my GF that it was one of the worst dining experiences I can remember in a long time. Maybe for drinks it would be a decent spot but I will definitely never be back.
(1)
Cassie C.
This place definitely let me down....would NOT return. There were 4 of us and we had planned on just ordering as went and actually decided to STOP ordering because of how disappointing everything was as it was all coming out. We started with the Truffle fondue and the bacon onion tart. The fondue was inedible. It tasted like they put a half bottle of dry white wine which completely overwhelmed ever other flavor and we literally could only have a few bites. The bacon onion tart was really the only reason we didn't get up and walk out. It was flaky and flavorful...awesome! The beef was so chewy I was completely turned off after 2 bites and had to stop. Bacon wrapped chicken was decent at best, but very spicy. The timing of everything coming out was annoying and had huge breaks. After that we just stopped ordering and left. Also, the food is so overpriced, it actually made me furious to pay such a high bill at all, let alone for the crappy food we had. You can definitely find somewhere better for dinner.
(1)
Missy G.
Wow, LOVE this place. So much so, writing a review 30 mins after we just ate there. We arrived at around 5:30 hoping to get a good indoor seat with an outside view and we got in with no issues. The patio benches outside were completely taken tho which makes sense given the amazing weather this evening. We were greeted promptly once we walked in and right after we were seated. Our waiter was amazing - bubbly, knowledgeable and excited to be there. It was our first time and he walked through all the ins and outs of the menu and offered up great recommendations that did not disappoint (side note, he smelled really really good too). We started off with the crab Rangoon flat bread, amazing. Tastes like a lighter version of grab Rangoon so you can eat a few bites without feeling like a complete cow. Hubby ordered the manhattan and said it was one of the best drinks he's had in the area. So much so he had two of them, while I ate the cherries that came with it (they were delicious and I am 9 months pregnant). For our entree, we split the fondue Mac and cheese, chicken skewer wrapped in bacon and stuffed with cream cheese and jalapeño, and beef tip skewer that came with a horseradish dipping sauce. Everything was made to perfection. The flavor in the beef was so good that you didn't even need the sauce, and I am a sucker for sauce. Didn't make it to dessert because we were stuffed at that point, but will definitely be back to try out the dessert fondue they offer. All in all, one of the best places in boystown. We will be back and will bring more ppl to experience a great spot!
(5)
Aaron S.
Great service and amazing good. Tommy (host) was very accommodating and very professional - made us feel like valued and appreciated customers. My favorite item are the wrapped dates. The Mac and Cheese is very very good. I had a few sangria cocktails which were also delicious. Make reservations, it fills up quick on the weekends.
(5)
Alexis H.
Every time a friend comes from out of town, mEAT is the place we take them. Its true novelty comes out in warmer weather, with the swings out. (2/14/2015) I brought a gal friend who was visiting from out of town on Valentine's Day to mEAT. LUIS, our server, offered the best service I've had since I've eaten there several times. He was funny, had great suggestions, and engaged with my friend. He made us laugh a lot and generally took great care of us, despite how packed his section was! The employees all seem to really take pride in working here; they always seem to be having a good time, and it reflects in their service. The concept is very unique-- a Foodie's haven. The libations ($$) are all hand-crafted, right down to the ginger beer. This is definitely somewhere you take a group of gal friends or for a double-date in Boystown. Highlights: *Call ahead if you're ten minutes out, they get packed pretty quickly. *Small restaurant. *Shorter order-to-delivery times. *Attached to MiniBar. *MEAT. SKEWERS. *Modern twists on classic drinks. *Great place to fuel up before hitting Boystown.
(5)
Anne W.
This place is very meh. I think that the food is all right but I've definitely experienced better. I went with my mom on Friday night and this is what we ordered: -Stuffed mushrooms $8 - came with 4 stuffed mushrooms. I enjoyed this at first but realized very quickly that it was much too salty. Also, a bit overpriced for only 4 small little mushrooms -Greek Potatoes $9 - this was the exact opposite of the mushrooms, it was not salty enough at all. The lemon flavor was incredibly overpowering. Really did not feel at all like it was worth the money -Sirloin Tips $16 - This was decent. It was supposed to be medium rare but was at least medium -Scallops $22 - The scallops were cooked perfectly! It was the one thing the entire meal that I genuinely enjoyed and would want to order again. This was supposed be hanging off of the skewer, however it just fell down off the skewer onto the plate... and all the server could say was oops...?? -Flaming Turtle Fondue $16 - The presentation on this was really nice. I kind of wish that there was more fruit involved but I guess other people would enjoy it? Overall, I think that this place is pretty overpriced for what you get. They also have their seasonings a bit off. The service was also really strange. In the beginning our server was really attentive but towards the end when we were trying to get our check and everything he just disappeared and we had no idea where he was. It was just strange. I don't see myself returning here.
(2)
Treetip N.
The meat on skewers are great but you can probably get that anywhere. It's the cocktails and craft beer selections that stood out for me.
(5)
Stephanie F.
Fun restaurant idea and I love that we are starting to get cool places like this in Lakeview.. it helps widen your list of options when deciding where to eat. The staff has also been super friendly (and cute!!) every time I have been in here. Some of the food is better than others- I recommend the pistachio crusted lamb, the shrimp, the tenderloin, the crab rangoon flat bread, the fondue and the stuffed mushrooms. Lose one star because it can get pricey and some of the dishes (the mac and cheese, the greek potatoes, the salmon) which is funny since most are much better.
(4)
Dillin R.
Went here for the first time tonight with a friend. I've been to DS Tequila, Dive Bar and Minibar so I was eager to try this place out. We had the mushrooms as an appetizer, for our skewers we had bacon wrapped chicken and the beef tenderloin tips. The sides we ordered were the Mac and cheese and the Brussel sprouts. Everything was fantastic! It all came out hot, which is a pet peeve of mine. Only thing I would change would be to order the Mac and cheese without sundried tomatoes. The meats were great along with the other dishes. Everything was cooked well, the Brussel sprouts were a little over done but whatever. So why is this not 5 stars? The service had some ups and downs tonight. I ordered a drink while I waited for a friend. A simple vodka cranberry. But it turned out they were out of cranberry...seems odd. So I switched to vodka soda, but it was pretty overpriced at $8. But I dealt with that. The two tongs at the table were quite filthy. I could see grease and food still on them. My plate was also dirty. I would also like to see an expanded dessert menu. I wasn't really interested in the two options available. No to the fondue because we were already quite full. And the mouse didn't sound too appealing, but everyone has their own taste. I would definitely come back here to eat. It was very enjoyable.
(4)
Kate M.
mEAT is a good idea, but not executed as well as it could be. If it wasn't for the good food, good service, and nice atmosphere I'd take off another star for "awkwardness of presentation". The idea is essentially tapas on a stick. Most of the menu is skewers of meats that they serve to you hanging from a stand on the table. "Fun idea!" you say? "Annoying and doesn't work well" I say. Everything tasted very good but it was either falling off the skewer of it's own accord (well, gravity helped) or hard to pull off the skewer. The scallops were cooked perfectly and delicious, the bacon wrapped chicken was also very good. Really, everything was good, just, ya know, awkward (can we talk about how awkward the word awkward is?). We sat at the bar at the window and that made for some people watching fun along with our dinner. The service was very good, didn't bug us but he was available when we needed him. Seriously, next time I go to mEAT, I'm asking for my food on a plate. I realize that makes me a party-pooper, but I assure you having me not annoyed and fed is better than hungry, annoyed, and armed with skewers.
(4)
Amelia P.
Oh my goodness, the brussel sprouts and avocado mousse are amazing. I am on a paleo kick and it was paleo heaven.
(5)
Jason S.
First the good news: The staff is really friendly and accomodating. The space is very cool (I love the giant wooden door in the back) and the drinks are well made. However, in the end it's just bland meat on a skewer and overpriced. We had the lemon chicken (barely seasoned chicken that you dip into lemon sauce) and the rosemary pork (barely seasoned pork that you dip into raisin chutney). The meat is anywhere from $15-$28 per skewer depending on what you order. We had a flatbread (very good) the aforementioned meat (okay), and the mushrooms (also very good and a big portion). The chocolate fondue was not good. It was the consistency of chocolate milk, rather than thicker that sticks to the pretzels, marshmallows etc. Our bill for 4 drinks, 1 app, 2 meats, 1 side dish, and 1 dessert was $108 + tip. If the cost of the meat was lowered a bit I'd raise my stars. Instead I think I'll just go for an app or drink and then have dinner elsewhere.
(3)
Karthik R.
Great food and good ambience. Staff are friendly and eager to help. I had kale salad and I had lemon chicken skewers. The kale salad could have been better with more ingredients and less kale. The skewers were great. My friend had bacon wrapped chicken and it was fantastic !!! PS: thank you for the kind gesture to get me a toothpick (I had kale in my teeth). Say hi !
(4)
Arlene G.
just went here last nite with my homie & weve both never been there before. we had a spicy bacon flatbread app that was pretty good! it had giardenera on it that gave it that kick. then we had the beef tips and chicken wrapped in bacon skewers. both were good bu the tips were better. the meat was very soft and tender. we also tried their unique cocktails. the sangria was ok, the margarita with the pomegranate ice cube was deelish and the cucumber drink tasted like soap. our waiter was really cool tho & explained the whole menu to us thoroughly & had great customer service. our meal was a bit pricey but it was our first time there so no big deal. i would definitely try this place again just to try other items on their menu.
(4)
Tikila B.
mEAT is awesome. I was drawn into the restaurant because of the swings. Yea, they have freaking swings on their patio so we went in for a drink. I got the $12 American Mule, my sister had the $12 Magic Margarita and they were both totally worth it! $24.00 later and 1 round into the day we decided that we should probably move on to another restaurant - But we didn't. I ordered the Mac and Cheese which was phenomenal its more like a pasta dish than mac n cheese as it had sundried tomatoes, bacon, peas, tellegio, gouda, and more deliciousness that I can't remember at this very moment. She had the bacon wrapped chicken skewer which was also awesome it was stuffed with jalepeno and cream cheese and seasoned to perfection. Great experience. You have to watch the bartenders make the drinks and then Sit outside and have a swing while enjoying your $12-14 cocktail. Great place but after two rounds, two apps., and $75.00 later we decided to bounce and find cheaper drinks.
(4)
Anthony L.
The food was really good. Had the beef tenderloin and scallops. Loved both but the horseradish yogurt sauce with the beef was the best. The drinks were also really good. The place has a cool vibe/ambiance and our waiter, Luis, was very helpful. I asked for recommendations on skewers and drinks and both items he suggested that I went with were great. Would get five stars if it wasn't overpriced. If you have the money its not a problem. We had a groupon and wouldn't go back unless we had another one. Just don't have that kind of money, easily 100+ for two. Overall, wonderful place.
(4)
Brendon E.
Everything was absolutely delicious. We ordered 4 skewers, 2 sides and 1 app.. (For 4) And it was the perfect amount of food. Meal was a little expensive but worth it.. Highly recommend the bacon onion puff appetizer - the shrimp skewers and the tenderloins. Tried the 'Vaportini' (you inhale vaporized vodka over a candle) and while it was fun to try new things, id say it wasn't worth the $$.. Order a real drink instead. Loved everything about mEAT - highly recommend
(5)
Daneih I.
We enjoy dinner in meat. The outside tables are fun. The food is good. We ordered hot bacon flat bread without bacon since we don't eat pork it is delicious. Also, shrimp, chicken and salmon is good too. For the dessert we enjoy milk chocolate fondant yammy.
(5)
Yelena S.
We had stuffed musrooms , cucumber cups and Wasabi crusted salmon. Drinks maple foam Manhattan and Kentucky negroni. It was very very good!!! Justin's the man!
(5)
Marta K.
The meat was just fine to me.. the mac and cheese (really rigatonis and fondue cheese) was delicious!!! Loved it! OH, But the cocktails!! Yummy!!!!
(4)
Danny W.
These guys know their man meat so it makes sense that they'd turn some of Minibar into a place where you can get some of the edible stuff on a stick. Meat does delicious skewers, tasty sides, and some interesting twists on classic cocktails. I stopped in for a few drinks and it's definitely worth it to try their sauzerac and the Maple Foam Manhattan. One or two of these, some beef tenderloin tips, and a side of brussel sprouts and you'll leave one happy camper. Space is limited cause it's really small, but this is an awesome place to grab a bite before hitting up one of the most fun gay bars in town. Meat matches the awesomeness of it's parent location only with slightly more stains on your shirt.
(4)
Anna B.
Not a bad place. The food was ok, but some of the skewers we had were really dry. Our server was fun and cute, but it seemed like his manager was being sort of weird towards him. It's sort of hard to describe, it's like he was hitting on him or something and it freaked him out. The drinks were really great, probably the best part of this place.
(3)
Erin D.
You guys. This restaurant is now on my Top 10 List for Chicago. Not only was the food delicious but the drinks were creative and tasty and the service was PHENOMENAL. First, ask for Seth to be your server. He clearly loves what he does and wants you to have a really enjoyable experience. Not only were his suggestions spot on but he was really attentive to our table and very easy to talk to (and even easier on the eyes). Next, get the bacon onion tart for an appetizer. Just do it. You won't regret it. Also, it pairs well with the Maple Foam Manhattan and the other whiskey drinks. We also had the Modern Cosmo and the Sidecar. All were really great. The meat and seafood is wonderful, especially the scallops with the apricot miso dipping sauce. The meatballs are to DIE for. And finish it off with Bananas Foster Fondue with flaming cinnamon? ABSOLUTELY. The scenery is perfect for the location... A small place with intimate seating but big enough tables where you can enjoy a great sharing meal with friends. My only complaints we're that the music was a bit loud so everyone had to shout to be heard, which just made the restaurant louder. Also, it's a bit pricey, so you definitely have to save up for this meal. But truthfully, it's completely worth it.
(5)
Martyn C.
Probably the worst restaurant experience I have had in a long time. The service here was appalling, it took forever to order and then the food was so spaced out it was impossible for us to eat together. We ordered drinks on seating that took over twenty minutes to arrive. The worst part was that there was water running onto our table and the manager completely ignored us. Avoid this place at all costs.
(1)
Matt B.
I think I could have just had the Truffle Fondue and been amazingly happy! Fontina + gruyere + garlic + white truffle oil + dry white wine = HEAVEN Those are many of my favorite ingredients all tossed into one pot. The bacon wrapped chicken skewers were delicious but for a unique taste go for the Rosemary Mint Pork with Apple Raisin Chutney. You MUST use the chutney. For my cocktail I tried the highly recommended maple foam Manhattan and was very happy I did .
(4)
Philip P.
We had heard good things and were looking forward to dinner. We were sat by the General Manager. The waiter came about 5 minutes later and we order drinks and apps. At this point one of our guests was being leaked on from the ceiling. We told a waiter (not ours). 5 minutes went by and nothing. We then flagged down the GM and he told us "If it get bad we will try to move you" What is not bad about being dripped on? After it continued we told out water that it was bad. At this point we started to get ignored. 20 minutes after we ordered them the drinks arrived. 10 minutes later one of the appetizers arrived not the other. We still have not ordered entrees. We were never moved and they sat other parties of 5 and ignored our request to be moved while the ceiling was dripping on one of our guests. The GM came by our table many times but was obviously trying to ignore us and would not make eye contact. Our water glasses were empty for 20 minutes and never filled. At this point we had been there for 45 minutes and we had empty water glasses and had never ordered dinner and we will still being dripped on. We left hungry and angry. I have been in the hospitality industry my whole life and have never walked out of a restaurant in my life. This was the worst service I have every encountered. I know we were in the middle of Boystown but they should hire a GM because his is good at his job not because he is a cute gay boy. it seems that is the choice they made. I still can not get over the fact that the ceiling was leaking on a guest and not only did they not try and move us, but we were never even apologized to. Unacceptable.
(1)
Ann Marie B.
Came here with a semi large group on a week night. The server was extremely friendly and attentive to all of our needs. The drinks were great! We also got pretty much every food item on the menu and everything was delicious! The side dishes were all cooked to perfection and had amazing flavor! The meat was also too good to be true. The steak was my favorite, cooked properly, juicy, and yummy. Go here if you want a different take on the usual meat and homestyle side dishes!
(5)
Crystal A.
What a wonderful experience! Excellent food, service, and environment. We really enjoyed the hot bacon flatbread, beef tenderloin tips, cajun andouille sausage, brussel sprouts, and macaroni and cheese. Our server, Marc, handled our multiple waves of food and requests with accuracy and grace. Be sure to get a reservation as the seating is limited and be prepared for a great meal!
(5)
Paul S.
My friends and I ate at mEAT for the first time. Great atmosphere. Sexy and nice servers. Attentive. Loved the Bacon Onion Flat bread. 2 skewers of meat per person was a bit too much. Mac and cheese was only warm. Mixed drinks were great with their homemade syrups. Overall a great experience and we will go back again soon.
(4)
Chris B.
Great concept. The owner is very nice and really attentive to the people dining. This place has a cool atmosphere but doesn't make any sacrifices for its food. Had the shrimp Rangoon flatbread, scallops, bacon wrapped dates, and lamb. Also had the cauliflower! And a really great beer list.
Pleasantly busy but not crowded on a weekday night. We sat at the bar and the bartender was great. I only had one cocktail and my friend had beers so I feel like I can't quite judge their cocktail list, but they may be a bit on the expensive side for what you're getting. This isn't a craft cocktail bar. This place is an endless source of puns and double entendre. Your meat skewers are suspended from a hook and you grab them with tongs. The beef tenderloin tips were perfectly cooked if you're a real meat lover- medium rare. So if you like your meat burned, you'll have to specify. Well-done shaming. They have one sad little veggie skewer on the menu that probably never gets ordered. For sure get the mac and cheese side- it's much bigger than I expected and probably shareable for up to three people even if it's your only side. Caught a glimpse of the chocolate fondue dessert which comes with a wide variety of dippable items. Looked amazing and huge!
(4)
Desiree M.
The food here surpassed my expectations! I went with the hubbs on a Saturday afternoon. We had just seen the Blue Man Group and wanted to eat something close by. I searched some restaurants on Yelp and decided that since we are both meat lovers this would be the obvious choice. When we walked in we were greeted and seated promptly without a reservation. The place is pretty small but thankfully they had a couple tables open. Our waiter, Aaron, was very nice, attentive and knowledgeable regarding the menu. We ended up getting: * Hot Bacon Flatbread * Bacon Wrapped Chicken Skewer * Andouille Sausage Skewer * Creamed Corn Bacon was perfectly crisp, chicken and sausage were succulent and juicy, and the creamed corn was heaven. I wanted to inhale everything but I had to have some manners since there were other people there. The owner came over and talked to us for a bit to see how our experience was. I told him I was gonna Yelp the place and next thing I know I had a free avocado chocolate pudding dessert. I would say the only negative is the bathroom situation. There is only a Men's bathroom in there and women have to go to the bathroom in Minibar which is a bar/club with adjoining doors. Regardless of that I highly recommend this place. Great food, excellent service, and decent prices.
(5)
Jennifer J.
Food was excellent!! We had bacon wrapped chicken, bacon wrapped dates, meatballs, cauliflower mash, and flat bread w/ bacon & jalepenos! It was all delicious! Atmosphere is cozy and the staff was super nice. Recommend it to everyone!
(5)
Jeffie J.
This place had fun teasing the neighborhood with promises of "meat" for several weeks before they finally opened (if you catch my drift and I'm sure you so) but that just means they wanted to open softly and with a degree of care. The space itself is stylish and dark. It looks like they are going for small and intimate rather than loud and boisterous. There is a long bar, some leather booths and a communal table in the front. Very swank and clublike. There is a gimmick too--everything is skewered, the drinks, the food, all come with long rods ha ha. I was prepared to "skewer" this place in my review but it's better than that. This is a modern take on a kebob house--but to put it that way doesn't do it justice. If Boystown needs anything, it's an infusion of new concepts, good food and good service. This is the real deal and I just hope the nabe is ready for it... How's the food and drink? Really good. The designer cocktails are well crafted, judging from my Manhattan, served with a top layer of foam composed of maple syrup, egg whites and lemon. The cherry sits on top and it's not too sweet. I followed this with a glass of prosecco, and my only quibble here is that the pour seemed short for the price. On to the kebobs. I ordered lemon chicken and veggies. The lemon chicken was OK by itself but with the dipping sauce it was quite tasty. The veggies were just OK, some grilled zucchini and onions, but hey, you have to eat your veggies, and the mini corn on the cob was neat. They serve the kebobs on skewers hanging from a rack and you have to drag the pieces off with tongs, it's fun. There's something for dessert called avocado mousse. I was skeptical so they brought me a taste and surprise, it tasted just like avocado and chocolate mousse. Sound good to you? Then go for it. How's the service? This being Boystown, my expectations were nil. Truth is, I was blown away by the service--lots of attention, lots of conversation, good suggestions, friendly vibes. And the eye candy wasn't too shabby either! Thanks guys. So a lot of effort went into this place and it shows. Give it a try and let's see if we can keep it going.
(4)
Sarah E.
Awesome food. We ordered the greek potatoes, beef tenderloin tips, meatballs and lemon chicken. Best meatballs I've ever had. Their drinks are good too. Friendly staff, nice ambiance. I do suggest buying a Groupon before you go, as it's kind of expensive.
(5)
Mile N.
Came here for dinner last night. The host answering the phone was able to accommodate us without a previous reservation. The food was incredibly good... we had the stuffed mushrooms, bacon wrapped chicken, and pistachio crushed lamb chops. My girlfriend who was never a fan of lamb loved the lamb at mEAT. Their cocktail menu was excellent and well executed (american mule and sangria cobbler). We will return with more people so we can share more dishes :)
(5)
Patrick L.
Great experience here. Had been to the old restaurant that Mini-bar had in this spot & loved it so had to check this one out. The inside has been slightly redone, it's got a more distinct atmosphere of its own now, separate from the bar next door. Everything we had was great. The meats we chose were a little spicier than the waiter let on, but that's all subject to opinion I suppose. Despite this he was very friendly, without overloading us with information & had no problem offering up suggestions when we asked. Looking forward to going back & trying more things from the menu!
(5)
Heather G.
Meat is absolutely the most amazing place ever!! Being a veteran I can say the crab Rangoon, beef tips, and bacon wrapped dates are the way to go every time. Tonight Zack with the hair made my visit even better with his exceptional personality and help navigating new drinks and good to try!! Thank you Zack and everyone else at Meat!!
(5)
Carrie A.
Sat at the bar with Zack and Trevor Q. These guys will make the experience for you! Food and drinks especially were fantastic! Strongly recommended.
(5)
Shasta F.
We recently visited Meat and unfortunately were very disappointed with the service. The waiter, nice enough, was extremely forgetful on most everything. The experience took nearly 1 1/2 hours for 2 skewers and mushrooms - and they weren't busy. We almost walked out. I might have been able to give a better rating would we had decent service. If you go, make sure you have time to spare.
(2)
Jared K.
Went here with girlfriend over the weekend. When I called to make a reservation Tommy got us seats at the bar since they were all booked for the night. We then we greeted by our bartenders for the night, Zack and Trevor who were very nice and did great jobs with food and drink recommendations. Everything we ate and drank was delicious.
(4)
Leila T.
Really wanted to like this place but the night was not at all like the reviews below. It sounds like everyone who has posted a review came on a slow Friday/Saturday night so the service was great. Unfortunately yesterday was an extremely busy Saturday night and our experience was less than good because of it, I don't think this restaurant has matured enough to understand how to handle a busy night. We got there 30 minutes before our reservation and although there were 4+ booths open the hostess said she could not seat us because the booths are for parties of 3-4 people so we would have to wait until the next 2 person seating opened up (funny because there were 2 booths that were taken and each of them had only 2 people but she wouldn't allow us to) but she mentioned to grab a drink at the bar while waiting. Waiting by the bar was awful the waiters/waitresses were picking up food and dropping off orders and we were awkwardly standing there since the rest of the bar area was full. The waitresses were rushed and running into us left and right asking us to move. Very awkward and small packed seating/standing area by the bar. We were at the bar for over 15 minutes and none of those 4+ booths ever became occupied so that annoyed us a bit, why couldn't we have just sat there? Once we got to our table the restaurant slowly started to fill up and our waiter was struggling. Took about 15 minutes to even get our order of drinks in, another 10 minutes to get his attention to order food. We got the hot bacon flatbread which wasn't great (overly powering jalapeño, no other flavors stood out) and we waited another 10 minutes for our water to be refilled. We got one of our skewers and the other one came out 10 minutes later. Not very organized, had to flag our waiter down each time we needed something. The bacon wrapped chicken skewer was slightly cold (and slightly dry) so I bet it was sitting at the window waiting to get picked up. The beef tenderloin tip skewers were great. Service really can make or break a review..
(2)
Lauren B.
I have been here twice and both times I was completely in heaven. GO IMMEDIATELY. 1. Get a cocktail... And ask the waiter to explain them, because they are not what you think! 2. Absolutely get the Bacon Onion Tart. It's basically bacon & onions on phyllo. AMAZING. 3. Bacon. Wrapped. Chicken. "Oh chicken is boring" you say???? WRONGGGGGGGG it is amazing. 4. I don't even like Brussels Sprouts. But I freaking LOVE these. Do it, do it, do it. Best for: friends in town.
(5)
Sarah M.
mEAT is absolutely delicious. Wonderful atmosphere and the staff is very welcoming and knowledgeable . It's was hard to decide what to eat/drink between all the great menu items. My favorite things were the magical Margs and the pistachio lamb. If I could give mEAT more stars I definitely would . I will be back very soon!!
(5)
Rylee S.
Stopped in for a drink on a Saturday afternoon and ended up staying for dinner- pretty happy we did! The cocktails are super fun and tasty and the food was delicious all around. Just deduced a star because it seemed just a tad overpriced.
(4)
Mike L.
In town for the orioles game me and my brother decided to give this place a shot based on all the good reviews and we were not disappointed. We had the bacon wrapped chicken, scallops, shrimp and Greek potatoes. Potatoes had a little to much dill and not enough salt but were still very tasty, the bacon wrapped chicken was cooked and seasoned perfectly, the shrimp were huge and again cooked/seasoned to perfection and the scallops were by far some of the best scallops I've ever tasted. To top it all off the service was spot on, very helpful. We came without reservations and were still seated in a timely manner. Our server was named Evan and he is great at his job, spot on with all of his suggestions. My only regret is I live in virginia and won't be able to return. So if u own meat and are reading this please open a restaurant in the Hampton roads area. Lol
(5)
Vicki L.
Really interesting, cool and original concept. Went with my sister and her husband for a double date night on Saturday and the place was packed. We were 10 minutes late getting there and they were super cool when I called to let them know. Even though the place was packed they did not threaten to give our table away or anything and were so nice and welcoming upon our arrival. As others have said the cocktails are part of their specialty. I had an American Mule and it was very well done and delicious. I would not say it was much of a spin on the original but fresher for sure. Good but $12 may be a stretch for that one. The food was hit and miss, but the misses were not by any means terrible - just not as good as some of the really delicious ones. Some of our favorites were the Bacon Wrapped Dates (my fav and I could have ordered another), the Meatball, Scallops and the Tenderloin. I am not much of a steak eater but the others said it was good. For me the Dates and Meatballs were the best. The Wasabi Crusted Salmon was just kinda eh and a little dry and the Pistachio Pork was good but nothing like the others I mentioned. We also the truffle cheese fondue to start and that was tasty and not a ridiculous amount so it did not ruin our appetites for the skewers. We also shared the White Chocolate dessert fondue and the best part of that was all the amazing accompaniments they gave you to dip into it. The White Chocolate itself could have been thicker but it was still fun because of everything they offer to dip in it. All in all a very fun place to go with others and try a little of everything. Cool concept with the skewers and tongs and the way the the food is presented at your table. The owner also stopped by to introduce himself and ask how everything was and was super nice and chatted with us for awhile and seemed to really want our honest thoughts and opinions. I'd say food was perhaps 3.5 stars overall but everything else about this place brings it to a 4.
(4)
Meg L.
This place was just AMAZING! My boyfriend & I went there for the first time & enjoyed every aspect of it. The service, the atmosphere, the FOOD and the drinks were all A+. We actually got in without a reservation with just a 5 minute wait on a Saturday night which is very unusual anywhere. I definitely recommend it & will be back soon. *Recommendations: stuffed mushrooms, seared scallop skewer & the bacon wrapped chicken skewer!
(5)
Brooke S.
The crab Rangoon flatbread is amazing!!! And the bacon wrapped dates are divine! Zack is an incredible server! He's always smiling and he's super attentive!! I would recommend this place to anyone visiting or living in the lakeview area!
(5)
Alex B.
This place was overall a great meal. Check it out if you're in the area. The staff were nice, attentive, and gave accurate recommendations. As for the food: I had the crab-rangoon flatbread, bacon wrapped chicken skewers, and the mac n cheese. The flatbread was delicious, definitely a unique twist. The chicken came cream-cheese filled, under the bacon - Yum. And the mac n cheese was almost like a cheesy pasta carbonara - I couldn't stop eating it. I recommend it for sure. Forgot about your healthy eating habits for a night, if you want the max experience :)
(4)
Abby A.
Absolutely Awesome!! Great Food! Great atmosphere! Great Service!!
(5)
Scott T.
This restaurant is bad ass. Ask to sit in Seth's section, and just let him order for you. I can't tell you how good the food is here. It just can't be described on yelp. Same for the drinks. My mom and her husband picked this restaurant when they were visiting from Michigan. They said they wanted to go to "Meat." I said, "hey, that address is in Boystown." When we got there, it's a couple doors over from "Wood." Hey, at least everyone has a sense of humor. :op
(5)
Lindsey M.
I helped them out during the air and water show this summer and I absolutely fell in love with this place.
(5)
Tina C.
mEAT was grEAT! Drinks: I got the maple foam manhattan ... and then two more. Yes, it was that good. Food: The meat balls were mouthwateringly delicious. The lamb and bacon wrapped chicken were also really delicious. The pork was just ok. For sides we got the mac & cheese and brussels sprouts - both were really good but not as good as the meat. Atmosphere: Fun but intimate. A really great place to go with a small group of friends. I know I'm going back soon and I definitely recommend you guys to check it out!
(4)
Ryan S.
We came to this place on a whim when the bar next door was way too crowded. All I can say is OMG! We ordered the Crab Rangoon flat bread, stuffed mushrooms, bacon wrapped chicken,beef tenderloin tips, meatballs, pistachio lamb chops, the Rosemary mint pork, creamed corn, Brussels sprouts, and Mac and cheese. I can't say one bad thing about any of the food. All meat was cooked perfectly, the Mac and cheese was really cheesy and not greasy, the Brussels were we're almost my favorite part of the meal. The place was busy and a our waiter had a large table of 10 and still was on top it with his other tables and we never would have known he was slammed if the host hadn't said something. We sat in the window and took up all 4 seats. It was fun because everyone that walked by asked how the food was and told us how good it looked. If you don't want strangers talking to you sit inside. Good price for great food. We left with leftovers and full bellies and we're all big boys.
(5)
Sarah K.
FABULOUS! Great drinks. Service good. And the food. . . . The onion bacon tart was awesome. I love having different skewers hanging at the table and you just eat at leisure. Its a great place; very cozy. Can't wait to come back!
(5)
Malia M.
The outdoor swing seating is definitely a selling point here. It was whimsical, shockingly comfortable and fostered light conversation between other diners. It was social if you wanted it to be, but also oddly easy to keep conversations more private too. We started with a couple of specialty cocktails. The American Mule was exactly what I needed on a summer evening sitting on a swing. (American Harvest Vodka, house-made ginger syrup, fresh lime carbonated, copper mug over ice, lime and crystallized ginger. Can I just say, the crystallized ginger was perfectly tasty. More please!). Gorgonzola salad was very good to start. Probably could have just eaten that and been satisfied drinking with a salad. Nicely dressed and tasty to both of us. For skewers we opted for the Pistachio Crusted Pork and Bacon Wrapped Dates; coupled that with a side of Cauliflower Puree skewers. The Pistachio Crusted Pork was a little disappointing. Just a bit dry. We were recommended the Lamb Version for our next visit. Which I will happily try. Would not order the former again. Bacon Wrapped Date skewer was delicious and easily our favorite of the night. Aside from my drink. Did I mention my drink? The Cauliflower Puree, well...it was a nice effort, but just didn't work for my taste buds. The veggie stock seemed a little too strong. We left this dish almost uneaten. The negatives were mainly pallet driven, or easily fixed; so I'd still come back and what I was impressed with was enough to garner 4 stars.
(4)
Yael S.
Summertime ambiance at mEat was fan.tastic. A buddy & I enjoyed the patio swingset and the delicious {subtle} cocktails ;) The food was okay, but the experience was playful & memorable! I'd consider going back for an app & another chance to play on the adult swings :)
(3)
Jill J.
We've been to this location twice and the food is great! The steak, pork, bacon wrapped chicken and salmon skewers are amazing. Highly recommend this location and the Apex Predator beer!
(4)
Joshua D.
I really enjoyed this restaurant! We tasted a ton of different items all which were really great. My favorites were pistachio crusted lamb (fatty and not too much meat, but the meat you do get is great), and scallops were amazing. Really swanky feel and a nice little sit outside summer spot.
(4)
Rj C.
I ordered the beef tenderloin, chicken lime, brussel sprout n fondue. Basically the beef was perfectly cooked, filling and juicy. Everything was delicious, we got a seat right awat and our server seth was awesome. All staff was super friendly and knew a lot about food. I am glad we found this noook in boys town, will return. Come.here for a date, or a solid cocktail.
(5)
Pablo D.
Great "date night". Kale cesar salad was perfectly dressed with a zesty dressing. The pork and chicken skewers were bursting with flavor and the mashed cauliflower was a tasty healthy balance to the decadent mac n cheese. And talk about service with super friendly smiles!
(5)
Caroline M.
The food here is pretty good as are the cocktails. The problem is the price of the food. Without a groupon, it is not worth it. I would never pay full price.
(3)
Paul S.
Great food. The steak tips were awesome
(4)
Gorana M.
The interior is cozy and adorable. Absolutely love, love the interior and ambience. The scallops are a total win! Try them, you won't regret it.
(4)
Jason S.
Good food but maybe a tad over priced. The sides were HUGE and worth the $ but the main skewers a tad pricy. Overall good meal but a little pricey.
(3)
Sara C.
I have been here 3 separate times and each time the quality of the food was worse. Very inconsistent which makes it hard to have favorites. I enjoy the wine selection and the bacon wrapped chicken was great. The fondue was unfortunately grainy and the bread served with it was clearly stale. I asked for new bread but was told that was all they had. I decided to try the other location after that and have decided to frequent it over this one.
(2)
Jackie N.
If you like meat or are on the Paleo diet this may be an okay place for you. My boyfriend and I got the chicken and beef tenderloin tips and it was nothing special. Very little flavor. We also got the brussel sprouts and Mac and cheese as sides. The brussel sprouts were okay at best. The mac and cheese was the best part of the meal by far. Our meat skewers came out way before our sides and we were ready to leave by the time our sides came out. The cocktails are delicious, so I'd go back for drinks but that's about it. My boyfriend got a cucumber cocktail and loved it. I'd suggest being adventurous with your meat choice because the chicken and tenderloin were not worth the money. Overall a fine experience but overpriced for how much food you get.
(3)
Katy J.
My friends and I went to Meat on Saturday night, and everything was amazing. The food and service were great and the cocktails were phenomenal. It's great to find a place with such well done cocktails.
(5)
Fe S.
Out at dinner with my girls. Small menu but full of unique items. We started with crab flatbread, it was amazing. We then moved on to our skewers. Long story short is the food is great! ..especially the stuffed mushrooms. A few of us had drinks, I would definitely recommend the margaritas. Amanda was great and our waiter Aaron was FANTASTIC!! We would definitely come back again!
(5)
Todd N.
Good food, unique drinks, terrific atmosphere, and a top notch waiter (Luis). We'll be back!
(5)
Brian B.
Slow service, food served on skewers that only have 4-6 pieces of very small meat. Fondue was $14 and was skimpy. Barely fed one person let alone the two people in our party. Won't be returning sadly.
(1)
Lauren M.
Went for my birthday with friends. We tried a smattering of things on the menu. Personally, I really enjoyed the Crab Rangoon flatbread and loved my Magic Margarita. It was fun to try a lot of different things! The waiter recommented 1.5 skewers per person. I recommend getting 1 skewer per person if you are going to try any appetizers/sides.
(4)
Erica T.
I went with a friend for a late dinner on a Thursday night. The place itself was dark and intimate but a little too loud since minibar is right next door. There are swings out in front that you can sit on while you eat, which I thought was fun and if it wasn't too chilly out we probably would've sat there, but we chose a booth instead. They first brought out a complimentary bucket of kale chips. We were very excited for them but unfortunately they were all burned and left a very bitter taste. I maybe found one or two that looked ok and everything else went to waste. My friend and I then ordered some drinks, I got the la Paloma which are usually made with squirt lemon soda and tequila. They used grapefruit instead which I was excited for and really craving some nice carbonation after those burnt chips..I think they tried to get too fancy with their drinks and it just really turned out disgusting. Instead of a nice carbonated cocktail... I got salt, which is literally what it tasted like. I told the waiter that I just could not bring myself to drink it and he brought me a modern cosmo instead, which was ok but sometimes simple is just better. My friend ordered the schezuan button cocktail which also just ok, wouldn't order that ever again. If my night ended there, this place wouldn't gotten at most 2 stars because they did have excellent service and a great place, but the food was quite good. For the app we ordered the crab ragoon flatbread which tasted exactly what it sounds like, it was very yummy. Then, we ordered the chicken wrapped in bacon with jalopeno and cream cheese inside, brussel sprouts and quinoa casserole to share for the table. You can't really go wrong with a skewer like that. It was good, but smaller pieces than I expected.. Which ended up being a good thing because the quinoa casserole was veryyy dense and not that great either, wouldn't order it again. The brussels were my favorite. Simple and delicious! Overall, it wasn't horrible, but am I planning to go there again anytime soon? Definitely not.
(3)
Aleshia S.
Took the whole family here for a new experience. We had such a blast!!! Great staff, excellent service and great food. I love the name mEAT how ingenious. They had something for everyone, even my picky 12 year old grandson. In my past experiences Brazilian meats have always been dry and flavorless, so I was hesitant to eat here when the family wanted to try it. Boy was I surprised the meats were moist the sauces were flavorful, the kids even ate their veggies!! I loved the decor and the environment, very upscale and trendy. You will be seeing us back at mEATs for sure.
(5)
Maury V.
Unique concept, big flavors, quality food, great cocktails, and helpful service. Better than a Brazilian steakhouse by far, mEAT allows diners to pick and choose their meats, seafood, and veggies with specialized sauces, complementing side dishes, and cheese fondues. Offered in big portions and great for sharing, the individual skewers cater to carnivores, vegetarians, and seafood lovers alike and even offer entrees aligned to certain diets. Couple tips: order multiple skewers to share, never shy away from the cheese fondues (even if you think you're not that hungry), and always use your sauce. Though I wasn't hungry enough for the chocolate dessert fondue when it came time, if it's as good as the Wisconsin cheese fondue I started with I'm sure it's great. Hoping they start a brunch menu!
(5)
Julie B.
If this place was more reasonably priced, I would give it more stars. As is, I probably won't go back, which is a shame since it's right around the corner from my house. The food was all very delicious, but $10 - 20 for 5 or 6 pieces of meat is too much. And the number of items on each skewer is different and odd, so some people got a whole meatball, for example, while others had to share one. And the "molecular" cocktails are all hype. My mule with homemade ginger syrup wasn't nearly as good as a traditional made with ginger beer, and my friend said her szechuan cocktail was not good. Service was great. I was dying to sit on the swings outside but the weather was bad that day. Maybe I'll go back to try the boozy brunch, which looks like a good deal.
(3)
Anj B.
The best part about this place is the outdoor seating area, with the swings. Also the servers were nice. But the food that we sampled was mediocre and the drinks were hit or miss. My friend ordered the wasabi salmon skewers which came out pink/uncooked (which may be OK since they later informed us it was meant to be medium to rare) but they were also cold, which I don't think it was supposed to be. So rather than reordering that one, we switched to the brussel sprouts dish. The waiter remembered that one of us was vegetarian so it was nice of him to bring out the dish with the bacon on the side, so we could both try it. But ultimately the brussel sprouts were just good, not great. In terms of drinks, I tried the Magic Margarita which was alright, tasted like a standard margarita. My friend got the Moscow Mule which tasted really watered down, without a strong flavor profile... I order that drink often (elsewhere) and it normally has a great, strong ginger taste which I love. They told us they make the ginger syrup in house and add the carbonation so it sounded super promising, but ultimately was a disappointment. Probably won't be coming back here, which is unfortunate since I live just down the street and the swings are such a fun touch! The other meat entrees might be better though.
(2)
Steven J.
This place is incredible! The modern Cosmo is really techie and delicious. We ordered appetizers and the fondue and flatbread were the best. We will come back!
(5)
Kevin L.
One app 3 skewers and one side. You are looking at 100 with tips ... I will go to fogo
(3)
I L.
Very good, paleo and keto friendly with good service! Easy parking at an early dinner time. This is our 3 or 4 the time here, and just one minor complaint, the scallops had just a whiff of ammonia- so just word to the wise- this was on a Friday. Maybe it was just an off day or they might have been stored with a little liquid on the bottom? It wasn't strong, but I am a little sensitive. Overall, super!
(4)
Marcus J.
Meat I truly enjoy somethings (tart) and the creative cocktails but the service just wasn't up to par for what it was I truly hope this changes because it could be a great spot!
(2)
Ari N.
Tried our mEAT for the first time last Friday and can confirm what others here have said...it was an excellent experience! For a party of three we had a variety of cocktails (the 'American Mule' is amazing), apps (well, app, the fondue - so much cheese), and skewers. I'm a sucker for anything wrapped in bacon and the bacon wrapped chicken skewer with jalapeño creme cheese was so so tasty! Service was phenomenal. Friendly, conversational, attentive and very knowledgeable about everything on the menu. They also highlight which options are both gluten free and paleo friendly which is a nice touch. Definitely a smidge on the pricey side (prob. $50ish for each of us) but well worth it when you combine the great food/drink with the ambience. It's not a huge locations so I would recommend a quick call for reservations just to be safe. Enjoy!
(5)
Kathleen S.
Bacon wrapped dates were awesome! Our server Zack was fantastic! He had a great personality and was very informative. This was my first time at Meat and I will be back! I highly recommend this restaurant! Ask for Zack with the great hair. He will take good care of your table!
(5)
Katy G.
We had a great experience at Meat last night. Good food (one of the best meals we've had in the city). Our server Luis was great and funny. Can't wait to go back and sit in the swings this summer!
(5)
GJ F.
Good food. You can tell it's a new place, the staff were training people and the outside seating just got installed
(4)
N G.
Great atmosphere, very pleasant staff, and can't wait to return for the yummy skewers & sides!
(5)
Michaela D.
Came here with a group of about 8 friends. Everything was a great experience! The service was fantastic - waiter was super helpful with drink and food suggestions, and was very friendly. The drinks were fantastic. Good beer choices, interesting mixed drinks and margaritas. The fondue was delicious, as were all of the skewers that I tried. We were a big group so we were able to order a ton of stuff and try a little bit of everything on the table. The sides were phenomenal. The mushrooms were amazing as was the cauliflower puree. Very sad we were too full for dessert. Highly recommended for a night out with a group!
(5)
J B.
Just had my first and probably last encounter with mEAT. Cute name for a restaurant especially considering its location in the middle of Gay Central lol. The food was so-so. The service was ok but the waiter had a bit of attitude. He seemed not to like his job very much. This place is kind of pricey for what you get. I will spend my $ elsewhere.
(2)
Leanna C.
My husband and I have been to mEAT several times now and have enjoyed ourselves every time. The GM, bartenders, and servers have been attentive, friendly, and helpful. Since we live in the area, we usually swing by for a couple drinks and small bites. The bacon wrapped dates are by far my favorite! Pair that with an American Mule and I'm a happy girl. The bacon onion tart and crab rangoon flat bread are also great choices. The kale chips at the beginning are a nice and unique start to the meal. I agree with other reviewers that the prices are a little high for the area; however, I think the ambiance (swings = awesome patio), service, and food are definitely worth a visit.
(4)
Philippe C.
Cute concept but sadly fails in the realization. This really requires an open kitchen to the dining room so that food comes hot and for the food to come together. Neither being the case. Although the space is nice, the high tables don't improve the experience especially if you are seated in the window table which actually means you are eating on a ledge looking into the street as in a window display. Although the meat quality was good it lacked in flavor and all the dishes were underseasoned and flavourless. Our waiter was attentive and overall it was not bad but certainly no a "lets return"
(3)
Roger T.
Loved the atmosphere and vibe, but a few things fell short... 4 prawns on a skewer for $20, I'll get over it. But the service was the rough point. When the food order is places all at one time(for 2 people), all of the food should come out at once, not one dish then another 5 minutes later, then another 5 min later... It would have nice if we got more water or any attention at all. Ill flip a coin next time to see if I wanna give it another try
(2)
Pat H.
My wife and I just moved into the neighborhood, so we decided to try out some of the places to eat/drink in the area. We came around the corner, saw the swings, and thought it looked like a great place to try. The swings were cool to eat on, of course the day being perfect out, added to that. We both ordered magic margarita, which was fantastic!! Definitely give it a try, they put a pomegranate ice cube in it, so as it melts, the taste is always changing on you. For food, we ordered the lemon chicken kabob, the bacon wrapped date skewer, and the cauliflower. If you are eating a specific way, gluten free, Paleo-etc, they actually mark it on the menu, which is extremely handy. Everything we are, was phenomenal! We will definitely be back, to try other things, we also met Josh, the owner, and he couldn't have been more pleasant, and took the time, out of his day, to chit chat with us. 5 stars for sure!
(5)
Bill R.
Amazing Food! Staff was friendly and made the overall experience something that I will definitely do again. Everything that we ordered was delicious. You can't go wrong. Best meal I've had in a long time.
(5)
Sarah A.
All I can say is wow! We were blown away by the service, ambiance and the food. We were immediately greeted by the owner who gave us the run down of the concept as well as his suggestions on food and cocktails. I started with the Szechuan Button Cocktail which is the most magical drink I've ever had! I don't want to spoil it for you, but the exotic flower in the drink plays amazing tricks on your mouth! We followed by eating the Wisconsin Trio Fondue followed by the lemon chicken skewers, beef tenderloin tips, meatballs and seared scallops. All of the meat was MELT In YOUR MOUTH good! The meatball was my personal favorite of the bunch. Our server, Steven, was outstanding and very knowledgeable of the food and cocktail menu. I will definitely be back for more "mEAT"!
(5)
Crystal H.
I absolutely lovvvvvvve this place! Our server was not only very attentive, but very helpful. Let me start out by saying the beef tenderloin was EXCELLENT! (Get it!!!) The Lemon Chicken....Delish! Last but not least, please do yourself a favor and have dessert. The Banana Foster Fondue is undeniably good. (It's the type of dessert that you dream about, wake up, and run very quickly to order it again.) Please eat here, you won't regret it!!!
(5)
Kelly A.
We had a really great meal at meat. Kale Caesar, pork chutney skewer, bacon chicken skewer, sides of mushrooms and Brussels....all were delicious! This is a great spot for the Paleo or gluten free diner. We also had the turtle fondue for dessert (not GF or Paleo!! :) -- delicious! We will be back!
(5)
A N.
This place is top notch. It has a unique menu offering both in food and drink. I would recommend this place to anyone in the area. The bacon wrapped chicken is delicious (far more deluxe then it sounds). The Mac and cheese (seriously) was a great addition and would be to any of the meats. All in all Meat is a must have experience. You won't be disappointed.
(5)
Anthony G.
Definitely NOT a five star- not exactly sure how they are getting this average.. I rate a two. Not terrible though. Possibly worth a second try. Drink was very expensive and small. Beef was way overcooked- even for well done (I had asked for medium rare- wasn't in the mood for sending things back). The fondue at a neighboring table looked great however- would likely go well with some skewers. Menu NOT well suited for solo diners- I found I wound up with too little of some and way too much of other things. The menu could do a better job presenting the venue's theme. It was detailed enough however and visually appealing - something often lacking. The staff was excellent, and very, very friendly. Not at all superficial- nice, good people- enough so for me to bump rating up to a three. And, yes, I probably will give it another try - perhaps with a dining partner.
(3)
Samantha G.
I loved this restaurant. I've been wanting to try this place for awhile, and I made Valentine's Day reservations back in January. At the last minute, however, it was looking like my date had to cancel on me, so I called the restaurant to cancel the reservation -- only to have my date decide he wanted to get together after all about 30 minutes later. Oops. I called Meat back right away to see if they could squeeze us back in, and John was super nice about it and told us we could have our table back. That was the start of excellent service that lasted the entire evening. Everyone who came to our table was warm, friendly, and seemed genuinely concerned about whether we were enjoying ourselves. And enjoy ourselves we did -- from the complimentary kale chips brought to our table before the meal, to the four drinks we ordered (all amazing, although I found myself rather partial to the Maple Foam Manhattan), to the stuffed mushrooms was good. As for the skewers themselves -- we ordered the bacon wrapped dates to start and agreed that was our favorite, but the bacon wrapped chicken and beef tenderloin were awesome as well. We also shared the Bananas Foster fondue for desert, and even though I'm usually not a big fan of white chocolate, I enjoyed it a lot (although the aforementioned drinks may have helped with that!) The ambiance is great, the service is great, the food is great. It's not the cheapest -- our bill, sans tip, came to about $130 -- but it's well worth the price for a nice night out.
(5)
Steve S.
Love this place! Not sure if our server was the owner or bartender but he was great. Drinks are unique and even though I don't care about all the hoopla behind a drink it was still funny to go with the flow. Both flatbreads were incredible. The meatball and beef tenderloin skewers were amazing. The chicken skewers were also good. The scallops were decent. Next time I'm in Chicago I'll definitely stop by!
(5)
Jeff W.
After being suggested by a couple friends, last night we experienced the unbelievable event at the new Halsted restaurant mEAT. Excellent customer service from the bartender while waiting for our table to the professional server attending to our every need as a first-time diner. The food was fabulous -- we suggest to get the lobster, scallops, fried chicken, and filet -- skewers of delight! We topped it off with mushrooms and cauliflower as two of our shared sides. And the deserts -- out of this world. They also feature a signature Cosmo which is yummy! Treat yourself to a pampered and fantastic dining experience -- you will not regret this culinary treat.
(5)
Julianna W.
Yummy food, great drinks, and a friendly waitstaff! Wish the fondue had a little more truffle oil but the scallops were perfect. So good.
(5)
Kristin K.
We went to meat on the eve of my birthday and were treated with celebration. The outdoor seating on the swings is a blast and makes for making friends. The host and servers were great. I loved the bacon tart and all the skewers and mac and cheese. The drinks were also top notch. Definitely up for another trip this summer.
(5)
Kathren S.
Went to mEAT for the first time for my going away party. This place is AMAZING. The food is wonderful and the men are gorgeous. Especially Derek. And Seth.
(5)
Laimis U.
First timer here. Friendly, great service,, food was great, but salmon for my taste was to salty. We will comeback with friends.
(4)
D A.
A truly unique experience, and great idea. There is a variety of skewers to choose from. I recommend the Jumbo Shrimp, and Tenderloin Tips as well as the side of Brussel Sprouts. The shrimp were really jumbo! It has a great vibe, and unique mixology cocktails. I had the Button Cocktail that was the delicious! It's a great place to bring friends, and have a good time.
(5)
Kenneth L.
Watching the sign for weeks, we were excited for it's opening this weekend. What a great experience and a much needed new place for Lakeview. I was impressed by a helpful reservation experience ( so many in boystown don't have it ) along with the warm & friendly atmosphere of all of the staff & owners. The food was amazing....great combinations and a unique skewer course not seen in Chicago before. Crafted cocktails were spot on and well priced. David, our waiter was extremely helpful and attentive, as well as the managers and owners. If you are looking for a great place for friends or family to go, mEAT is it !
(5)
Grace K.
My first Yelp! review! Luckily, I had an incredible restaurant experience this week to share. mEAT is an awesome new restaurant that just opened up around the corner from me. I had heard great things so my boyfriend and I both got online separately to make a reservation and 1) someone contacted him an hour later to set it up 2) the owner emailed me when he didn't hear back from me to make sure I didn't need a table. The awesome service continued at the restaurant; the staff were friendly and knowledgeable and added some special touches for Valentine's Day. The inside is lovely, classy but not pretentious at all. Finally, the food- we had a bacon flatbread to start with, the chicken and bacon and beef tenderloin skewers with a side of mac and cheese and the chocolate turtle fondue for dessert. Everything was perfectly cooked, great sized portions, and the flavor combos were incredible. We also sampled 4 of their specialty cocktails which were really fun and tasty. We will definitely be going back- it's a little pricey but 100% worth it for the experience and the food!
(5)
Nathan B.
This was my first visit to meat, and I was very pleased with the visit. I'll admit i've lived in the area and been past multiple times since it opened and for no reason in particular never really thought about eating there. A friend suggested stopping by for a drink and an appetizer before heading somewhere else for dinner. We were sat right away outside on the swings, which was a really cool and fun idea. The service was prompt and friendly, and the food was excellent. In fact, we kept ordering more and ended up staying and having dinner there that night instead of moving on with our original dinner plans. Our server did a great job of explaining the menu, and the general manager stopped by multiple times during our visit to make sure everything was to our satisfaction. We started with the onion tart and bacon wrapped chicken, which were fantastic. I was both skeptical and intrigued by the "crab rangoon flatbread." I mean, don't mess with a good thing...but i'm a big fan. It was one of the most creative dishes i've had in a while and i'd go back just for that. Great food, service and experience, I'll definitely by back.
(5)
Sadie D.
The food was excellent...however, our waiter, David I think, was not so much. He seemed arrogant and like we were doing him a favor by sitting at the table. After taking our order, he ignored us after delivering our food, but raved about the fondue. However, he delivered the bill before we could order, slashing our dreams of enjoying any. Overall, good food, bad experience...
(2)
Ivy T.
I love surprises! We came in here only to grab a drink since the bartender, Heather, was one of the finalist in the Red Eye Bartender of the Year contest. We ended up staying nearly the whole night...but for good reason! The owners and Heather were such great conversationalists. It really made it hard to leave. We also probably tried every one of their cocktails as well as their brussel sprouts, kale caesar with a red wine poached egg and parmesan crisp, scallop and salmon skewers, and chocolate fondue. All their dishes were fantastic. I love brussel sprouts and they were cooked and seasoned very well. The boyfriend loved the bacon bits. The kale caesar was definitely unique and a must try. I loved the salmon skewers. The salmon was so yummy and flaky....loved the wasabi coating. It's definitely not a place where I can come to every weekend but only because I would end up spending a fortune eating and drinking everything.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Trendy Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Natalie M.
Love love love this place! This was a fun place in Boystown. There are swings you can sit at outside. We ordered the cucumber cups, bacon wrapped chicken, beef tenderloin tips and the quinoa casserole. The cucumber cups were refreshing and delicious (with olives and other components). The quinoa casserole was also very flavorful and was topped with delicious cheese. Such a great way to have quinoa! I usually always think it's bland but they flavored it up very nicely. Finally, the two meats we chose (the chicken and beef tips) were so flavorful and moist. This is a perfect amount for two people. We ordered the Vieux Carre cocktails which is a bourbon maple cocktail with a maple ice cube. When the ice cube melted, it perfectly sweetened the cocktail and it was amazing. By far one of the best cocktails I had. Try it! Awesome service as well.
(5)Kathy F.
Went to mEAT last night because we had eaten at the one in Streeterville and really liked it. This one is closer to where we live. Had the magic margarita which was still good but the one in Streeterville tasted better. We also ordered the Wisconsin cheese fondue because we had it before. This time the cheese had a non-cheese consistency and almost no flavor. Almost like they watered it down. Disappointing. Everything else was good (beef tenderloin skewers and bacon tart). The service at this location was also not as good as the Streeterville one. There were two-three waitstaff for probably 5 tables but we had to wait for someone to come to our table - almost like they didn't see us. Then two guys showed up at the same time. For dessert we had the Joy fondue which is supposed to be like an Almond Joy bar. There was no coconut in it that I could taste, which was the only reason I ordered it. Also, they use milk chocolate. Fondue is much better with dark chocolate. I might go back for the drinks alone but won't make it a priority.
(3)Allie W.
Man, this place was a disappointment from start to finish. A friend and I dropped in on Labor Day at about 8:00 for dinner. We were intrigued by the swings and were super hungry. We were able to sit down quickly, but waited for a long time before we were greeted or got waters. Then we waited a long time before we could order. Then we waited a long time for our food. The restaurant was not busy, though it was likely understaffed. Our server was nice, but we felt like we never saw him and there weren't many places for him to go. There were at least two servers working and the restaurant is small enough that they should not have been weeded. Clearly something went wrong at some point. The food was okay for the most part but is WAY overpriced. Like 1.5 times the amount it should cost. Seriously, $20 for four grilled shrimp with drawn butter? $15 for a flatbread? $8.00 for "creamed corn" that was clearly frozen corn dumped in tasteless and heavy cream sauce? (No excuse for that shit during corn season and with so many other places offering amazing elotes). Most dishes were underseasoned and there were no salt or pepper shakers to be found. And after all that - a meal for two people who each had two drinks came out to well over $100 even without tip. If you really want to sit on the swings, grab a drink. But save your time and money and eat somewhere else.
(2)Shuang Z.
We came to mEAT because the restaurant we were planning to go was full. We picked this place because their swing outdoor seats. The food was beyond expectation!!! We ordered stuffed mushroom, pistachio crust lamb chunk, lobster tails and sausages. The lamb was awesome. The medium raw lamb was really tender! The pistachio crust definitely added a nutty taste to the lamb!! They are so awesome! We enjoyed eating while swinging! The server is pretty friendly too! Will come back again to try their brunch!!
(5)Tricia D.
We love meat and mEAT! A few differences from the location in Streeterville: - I had to ask for the kale chips... and they were really bland and were in dire need of salt (and I NEVER say that or add salt to anything). - this mEAT does not do the buy-2-skewers-get-1-side free deal. :o( - interior needs more lighting. We had a window table on the MInibar side (we wonder if at late hours on the weekend, this side of mEAT shuts down and turns into Minibar), and it was really dim. Table tops for 2 are way too small. On this visit, I ordered the hot bacon (has giardiniera, so there was a definite kick!) flatbread, and the tops are so small, 1/3 of the wooden board was hanging off the table. I also noticed that we were charged for each refill of pop ($2), without being informed. Ugh! Each serving is in a tall, skinny glass full of ice, so it's literally like 3 sips. Double ugh! Waiter wrote "Thank you! Enjoy your movie!" on the receipt. Cute! Attentive service too. K wanted to know where the mustard (served with the andouille sausage skewer) was from, and the waiter hunted down the vendor and wrote it down on a piece of paper for him.
(5)Justin V.
Rarely does a restaurant exceed expectations like mEAT did for me tonight. And we actually came in with already high expectations with all of the positive reviews. mEAT lived up to their reviews and then-some. As I mentioned before, I really wanted to try mEAT due to the reviews but also because it's three blocks from where I live, making it quite a convenient restaurant. We walk and were immediately seated at a nice table by the kitchen. I noticed they had some outdoor seating (in the form of swings) which I will surely take advantage of on a return visit when the weather is a tad more agreeable. First and foremost, the ambiance was pleasant, the restaurant was clean and stylish, and our waiter oozed charisma. He was extremely friendly, funny, and made great recommendations for drinks, appetizers, entrees and sides. He took care great of our table making sure we never went too long without a refill. Personally I always really enjoy when a waiter is able to read a table and able to respond accordingly. Our waiter, Mak, definitely deserves special consideration for going above and beyond the call of duty. Now to the really good part - the food. We started with a magic margarita and la Paloma - two speciality drinks. We moved to our appetizer - the crab Rangoon flatbread. Words cannot possibly express how good this was. I was blown away. The sauce was the same filling for the crab Rangoon, and it was sprinkled with crab pieces on top of the cheese. It was made fresh and absolutely delicious. It was well worth waiting an extra few minutes for the food to arrive fresh. Our entrees and side were next. The side was Brussel sprouts with bacon and seasoning. Now I'm not usually a big fan of Brussel sprouts but these were an exception. Flavored very well and of course- bacon makes everything taste better. Next up was the Cajun andouille sausage. It was hung from a skewer at our table. Very good! And my favorite dish was the pistachio crusted lamb - also hung from a skewer. This was absolutely amazing. The crust gave it a crunch and a flavor I've never had with lamb before. I'm honestly happy the dishes ran out because I would have eaten myself into absolute oblivion. All in all this was an excellent experience and I will be making a return trip in the future. Some people might think it's a little pricey but hey - you definitely are getting what you pay for!
(5)Maggi H.
The only reason this is not 5 stars is because without the groupon it's pricey. With the groupon this is a steal you have to go to! Pros: 1) GET THE SHRIMP- honestly they're basically mini-lobster tails. 2) GET THE BACON WRAPPED DATES- Okay I will admit these are so sweet they could almost be dessert, but still they are scrumptious and worth it. 3) Great cocktails: my fav was the sangria, but the magic margarita and the cinnamon one were good too. 4) eat outside if possible, the ambiance outside is nicer and more relaxed Cons: 1) Ambiance of restaurant is dark on the inside 2) Pricey without the groupon Overall, will definitely be back if I can snag another groupon deal. Service was also good.
(4)Timothy F.
This place is WAY overpriced for the neighborhood and for what you get. I got the tenderloin, and while it was tender, and a loin cut, $17 for about 4 ounces of meat?!? REALLY??? Everything is a la carte. The mushrooms were decent, but weirdly, a huge family sized portion. I then re-read the menu, and the "hearty" sides are family style. I had a glass of wine ($11), the aforementioned 4 ounces of meat, and more mushrooms than I really wanted or could eat, and it was $36.00 before tax. My suggestion to the owner? Reduce your side portions and increase the portion of the main entree-the meat. Either that, or rename your restaurant, "sHROOMS"...
(1)Joseph G.
We booked here because of the reviews, but came away unimpressed. The food was OK, but I felt it was overpriced for what it was. My husband and I made reservations, and were seated at the window bar - basically both facing the same direction, looking onto the street. There were multiple flies buzzing around the window trying to get out, and it wasn't very appetizing. The waiter was nice, but service was a bit slow. The restaurant was very loud once it started filling up with people, and it hard for us to hear each other, or the server. We had fondue, which was OK. My husband really liked his bacon-wrapped kabobs, but my veggie ones were essentially roasted zuchinis that had been put on a skewer. The creamed corn was pretty good. When someone else was sat at the window bar next to us, we kept bumping into each other. Overall, it was an disappointing experience.
(2)Emily T.
The service is okay, but the quality of the meat is not. Overpriced! One skewer is around $25 - $35 with NO side included. Each side is around $10. I was expecting their meat quality to be good which turned out not. Seafood is not very fresh; lamb is dry; steak is not juicy either. I won't go back unless they improve their food quality and lower their price.
(2)Tera D.
As a sometimes, semi-paleo enthusiast, mEAT is pretty awesome. You get kale chips instead of bread for a snack. Then out comes skewers of delicious meat and big helpings of veggie side dishes. The meats are all pretty good, but the lamb chops are out of this world. The only downside...price. I guess you get what you pay for, but the the bill does always feel pretty hefty at the end, even if you don't! Nonetheless, I've been a few times and I'm sure I'll be back. It's a unique place that's worth the trip for a healthier, meat-filled meal.
(4)Dale J.
An excellent restaurant, fairly small and reservations are a must except for the slowest time. I had the stuffed mushrooms as a starter. it's been forever since I've seen them on a menu and these were quite good. I had the skewer of bacon wrapped chicken and it was divine. I ordered the side of Mac and Cheese, it was very rich, but the Mac combined with half of the stuffed mushrooms and the skewer was simply too much food. Service was friendly without the fake friendliness of a chain. But, there's no pseudo hipster vibe here either.
(5)Emily Z.
Life doesn't get much better than spending your day swinging but swinging with a Magic Margarita in hand is the perfect mix between being a child and an adult! mEAT's sidewalk patio with its plank swing seats is what drew me to mEAT and what would get me to come back. The Magic Margarita ($11) was recommended by our server, it was strong and good. It is served over a large cube of pomegranate ice which is cool! We started with the stuffed mushrooms at $8, they were packed with breadcrumbs and flavor, thanks to salt. I would recommend them. We got a side of the fondue Mac and Cheese at $9 and we were a bit disappointed. Though it contains apple-wood smoked bacon, green peas, garlic, bay leaves, white pepper, sharp Vermont cheddar & Gouda, white wine and sun-dried tomatoes the flavor just didn't wow me. We tried two skewers, both were good but not great and a bit pricey for what you got. - Bacon wrapped Chicken at $13 was a bit of a disappointment, the cream cheese was barely distinguishable by the pallet and understandable the bacon was half uncooked as it was cooked next to the other bite. -Pistachio crusted pork at $14 looked cool but had not real distinguishable flavor other than the oyster plum sauce it was served with. We had great service and all the alfresco decor was spot on. I will definitely be back for another margarita and maybe a flat-bread on the sidewalk patio!
(3)Allison F.
If you love sharing your meal and offering bites, then you can't beat mEAT. Your proteins come out speared on skewers and hung for you to slide 'em off and dip 'em into their accompanied sauces. In addition, the sides are served family-style, giving you more reason to invite all of your carnivorous friends. With a party of six we ordered skewers of bacon-wrapped dates, lemon chicken, beef tenderloin tips, cajun andouille sausage, meatballs, and seared scallops as well as brussels sprouts, quinoa salad, and fondue mac and cheese. All of of the meats were cooked properly and tender as can be. Each skewer was brought out when ready to serve, so they were sizzling hot and fresh. The sides were all inviting and appetizing, but I savored the skewers more. Still, if you want to keep the meat-theme running through your whole dinner, then I would elect the brussels sprouts as your best pick. We ended the night with a group-friendly fondue (thanks, Stu!) and more skewers to dip fruits, marshmallows, brownies, pound cake, walnuts, pretzels, and cheesecake bites into the vat of chocolate. All in all, mEAT is a solid spot for divvying up and chowing down.
(4)Nicholas F.
I really enjoyed eating here. The onion tart was remarkable. I loved the lamb and filet skewers and the way they were served. I have to agree with the other reviewers that have said the prices are high for the small portions. But the food is prepared well and tastes great. The cocktails are really neat too; they incorporate modern gastronomy techniques, which makes classic cocktails really interesting. The swings out front look cool, too. I would recommend this place, and I'm sure I'll be back to try some of their other offerings.
(4)Ivana S.
Being the carnivore that I am, it's no surprise I absolutely loved a place called meat. We've been there twice so far and both times the food tasted great and the service was really really good. We didn't feel rushed, yet didn't have to wait around for the waiter either. And the drink recommendations are much appreciated. The only two downsides are the fact that it is a bit pricy and that both times we went the music level was pretty high. With that said, I will definitely return.
(5)Cristina P.
Very expensive, but the meat was pretty tasty. DO NOT get the cucumber cocktail. The waiter wouldn't stop talking about it so I ordered it...and it tasted like soap. Between my friend and I the 3 cocktails were ok; They were too sweet and way too expensive.
(3)Sarah C.
It pains me a little bit to give mEAT a 2 star review, but without an option to do half stars, it must be done. I thought the idea behind the restaurant - ordering skewers of things and sharing - was intriguing and fun, but the execution is wanting. I ordered a drink, forget which one, and it was VERY good. I had a concern about some of the ingredients being gluten-free, but the waiter was very knowledgeable about the gluten content and put my mind at ease. The drink was the highlight of the meal, by far. My sister ordered the stuffed mushrooms as an app and really enjoyed them (they included breadcrumbs, so I didn't have any). I think she came away with a slightly better impression of the dinner than I did, mainly because of the tasty app. We got a chicken skewer and a veggie skewer. As far as I could taste, absolutely nothing had been done in the way of flavoring or spicing or marinating either one. The chicken was on the dry side and didn't taste like much. The veggies didn't appear to have anything on them at all. Without the benefit of olive oil or butter and a dash of salt, there just wasn't anything to like about them. The reality is that every time I've ever grilled veggies or done kabobs, the product has been tastier and appears to have been given more consideration than our dinner was given at mEAT. Considering what we were served, the prices are way too high. The atmosphere is nice, the wait staff is attentive and informed, but the food is lack-luster at best. So go for a few drinks if you're in the neighborhood, but head elsewhere for your meal.
(2)Sarah V.
Brazilian Steakhouse - Food quality, flavor + Terribly Over-hyped "science" drinks + Bland sides and appetizers = $150 worth of disappointment. The staff is really nice and the restaurant smells pretty good but aside from that I'm not exactly what all the fuss is about. Based on how much the server was glorifying the drinks I was expecting an EPIC molecular mash-up that would leave me in awe and inspire me to change my major to chemistry, but none of that happened. Instead, I got a mediocre drink, boozy, but mediocre. If you want every part of your meal wrapped in bacon, mEAT might be worth a try.
(2)H H.
No reservations, no problem! We even got the front of the house, great for people watching! Server, Evan, amazing! Great suggestions, prompt, and never had an empty drink for long. Drink - magic margarita, heavenly! Ska Modus Hoperandi, hoppy X10 and very tasty. So far so good! We ordered beef tips... My first was was too done. Sad face. BUT the next 4 were perfection and amazing! The salmon was wonderful and very unique! We got Mac and cheese AND Brussel sprouts. Both were very tasty. I personally would get the Brussel sprouts over the Mac n cheese but that's me. Have no complaints. Fun and entertaining place! We will go back.
(5)Kyle D.
Overall: Great tasting meat and sides! Unfortunately it's fairly expensive and the service is questionable. The good: Great meats, lots of options. Every single one tasted amazing. Intimate atmosphere. Good size options. Big portions. Great for dates or for groups. The bad: I really wish yelp could do 3.5 stars, cause that's what I'd give mEAT. Service was NOT good. Took forever to be served and to get our bill as well. Small restaurant feels cramped. Expensive for what it is. Atmosphere: 8/10 Service: 6/10 Food: 8/10
(4)Victoria V.
Horrendous. In one word. If we weren't starving due to a busy long business day we would have walked out after one bite. We tried to make a positive out of a negative but ended up going to eat at another restaurant (taverna 750) last night after we paid for over priced and VERY UNDERWHELMING food and experience at mEAT. Are people who are leaving high reviews drunk when they eat here? Or did the gimmick of the swings sell you ? $73 including tip for this garbage. And I tipped 20 % for terrible service as well. Beef tenderloin was clearly sitting refrigerated all day and had a stale taste. Veggie skewer? Huge chunks of flavorless nothing. The corn was the only decent piece of this. Your only saving graces were the balsamic reduction on the re heated Brussels sprouts and thank god for the cucumber gimlet or there would have been nothing good about this experience. The server waltzed past us and barely even checked on our table. When, in brief passing , literally without even stopping at our table - he asked as he walked by how everything was tasting and clearly didn't hear that we were dis satisfied. Otherwise maybe your establishment could have remedied the situation. Clearly he didn't actually care how everything was tasting. Truly disappointing and we will not be back and I will be sure to tell everyone I know not to waste their money at mEAT.
(1)Anthony A.
We were looking for a local place to have dinner ith our three children and on the advice of our hotel bellman we decided to give it a try. The entrance to the restaurant is on the inside of an apartment building. The interior of the restaurant is very nice with wooden pallets on the ceiling and lighting to give it that more rustic look. The wait staff was very friendly and acommadating. Our waiter explained the menu and advised us it was more of a sharing type menu were the meats come on skewers, so thats what we set out order. We had the following: Bacon Wrapped dates - Very tasty Lemon Chicken - a bit chewey, but flavored well Beef Tenderloin Tips - Super Tender Seared Scallops - Big and tasty Brussel Sprouts - Excellent Fondue Macaroni and Cheese - Can't go wrong Quino Casserole - Kid favorite Steakhouse Mushrooms - Very good The food was excellent and fast. If you're looking for a laid back atmosphere for family or business, the restaurant hit your mark.
(4)Stephanie H.
I'm really struggling with this review. I considered making this 2 stars because I'm not sure if I would go back, but I don't think it's bad... I guess I just struggle with the concept. The meat skewers are displayed on the table from a hanging frame thing but I'm not sure how effective it is because at our 2 person table everything was still cramped. Plus, it took a while for the skewers. We had the Caesar salad to start which was ok. The bacon onion tart was good. The kale chips that are at each table weren't very good, we ate them because they were there but they tasted bad- there are better kale chips out there. The beef tenderloin skewer was dry and the cauliflower puree had no seasoning. The drinks (and to an extent the food) are steep, they claim it's because they are micro drinks and all the ingredients are made in house. I guess. But for $12 a cocktail, I'd rather go down the block to Wood. The drinks were fine but pricey. All in all, I didn't eat anything bad, but I didn't eat anything great either. Our service was fine, but the food was just ok. I'm not opposed to coming back, but I'm not telling my friends that they should definitely come here.
(3)Kent T.
SO SUPER CUTE!!! And what a great idea! Awesome spot to sit and share tasty skewered food, apps, salads, etc. Everything was really yummy!! We were there with a giant party of 14, not really the best way to east at mEAT. I think the kitchen was struggling a bit. BUT, we that said, we all still had a great time and loved the food. I would go back in a second! This time a table for 2, or 4? It will be perfect!
(4)Adam C.
I went her with my GF and a buddy of mine and all of us are foodies. All I can say about our experience is...what a big disappointment. The good - ambiance is good and the food LOOKS good. However, as we all know, looks can be deceiving. The bad - the food was extremely bland. We all commented that every dish we got was "missing" something. Literally every dish and we got 5 different ones. We got the onion tart, lamb, scallops, bacon wrapped chicken and the creamed corn. Scallops were undercooked (slimy in the middle), the bacon on the chicken dish was not fully cooked, creamed corn had a watery taste and no savory or sweet element to it. The lamb was ok but needed more flavor. The onion tart was the only thing I would even call decent. The worst part of it all was the price. At 24.00 for the scallops (2 medium and 2 small sized ones) and 24.00 for the lamb (2 small pieces) that is just outrageous if not borderline criminal. The server was nice but after we placed our first order we waited about 25-30 minutes until we got the first dish. Ridiculous. All he other dishes were brought to the table at odd times. Upon leaving I told my GF that it was one of the worst dining experiences I can remember in a long time. Maybe for drinks it would be a decent spot but I will definitely never be back.
(1)Cassie C.
This place definitely let me down....would NOT return. There were 4 of us and we had planned on just ordering as went and actually decided to STOP ordering because of how disappointing everything was as it was all coming out. We started with the Truffle fondue and the bacon onion tart. The fondue was inedible. It tasted like they put a half bottle of dry white wine which completely overwhelmed ever other flavor and we literally could only have a few bites. The bacon onion tart was really the only reason we didn't get up and walk out. It was flaky and flavorful...awesome! The beef was so chewy I was completely turned off after 2 bites and had to stop. Bacon wrapped chicken was decent at best, but very spicy. The timing of everything coming out was annoying and had huge breaks. After that we just stopped ordering and left. Also, the food is so overpriced, it actually made me furious to pay such a high bill at all, let alone for the crappy food we had. You can definitely find somewhere better for dinner.
(1)Missy G.
Wow, LOVE this place. So much so, writing a review 30 mins after we just ate there. We arrived at around 5:30 hoping to get a good indoor seat with an outside view and we got in with no issues. The patio benches outside were completely taken tho which makes sense given the amazing weather this evening. We were greeted promptly once we walked in and right after we were seated. Our waiter was amazing - bubbly, knowledgeable and excited to be there. It was our first time and he walked through all the ins and outs of the menu and offered up great recommendations that did not disappoint (side note, he smelled really really good too). We started off with the crab Rangoon flat bread, amazing. Tastes like a lighter version of grab Rangoon so you can eat a few bites without feeling like a complete cow. Hubby ordered the manhattan and said it was one of the best drinks he's had in the area. So much so he had two of them, while I ate the cherries that came with it (they were delicious and I am 9 months pregnant). For our entree, we split the fondue Mac and cheese, chicken skewer wrapped in bacon and stuffed with cream cheese and jalapeño, and beef tip skewer that came with a horseradish dipping sauce. Everything was made to perfection. The flavor in the beef was so good that you didn't even need the sauce, and I am a sucker for sauce. Didn't make it to dessert because we were stuffed at that point, but will definitely be back to try out the dessert fondue they offer. All in all, one of the best places in boystown. We will be back and will bring more ppl to experience a great spot!
(5)Aaron S.
Great service and amazing good. Tommy (host) was very accommodating and very professional - made us feel like valued and appreciated customers. My favorite item are the wrapped dates. The Mac and Cheese is very very good. I had a few sangria cocktails which were also delicious. Make reservations, it fills up quick on the weekends.
(5)Alexis H.
Every time a friend comes from out of town, mEAT is the place we take them. Its true novelty comes out in warmer weather, with the swings out. (2/14/2015) I brought a gal friend who was visiting from out of town on Valentine's Day to mEAT. LUIS, our server, offered the best service I've had since I've eaten there several times. He was funny, had great suggestions, and engaged with my friend. He made us laugh a lot and generally took great care of us, despite how packed his section was! The employees all seem to really take pride in working here; they always seem to be having a good time, and it reflects in their service. The concept is very unique-- a Foodie's haven. The libations ($$) are all hand-crafted, right down to the ginger beer. This is definitely somewhere you take a group of gal friends or for a double-date in Boystown. Highlights: *Call ahead if you're ten minutes out, they get packed pretty quickly. *Small restaurant. *Shorter order-to-delivery times. *Attached to MiniBar. *MEAT. SKEWERS. *Modern twists on classic drinks. *Great place to fuel up before hitting Boystown.
(5)Anne W.
This place is very meh. I think that the food is all right but I've definitely experienced better. I went with my mom on Friday night and this is what we ordered: -Stuffed mushrooms $8 - came with 4 stuffed mushrooms. I enjoyed this at first but realized very quickly that it was much too salty. Also, a bit overpriced for only 4 small little mushrooms -Greek Potatoes $9 - this was the exact opposite of the mushrooms, it was not salty enough at all. The lemon flavor was incredibly overpowering. Really did not feel at all like it was worth the money -Sirloin Tips $16 - This was decent. It was supposed to be medium rare but was at least medium -Scallops $22 - The scallops were cooked perfectly! It was the one thing the entire meal that I genuinely enjoyed and would want to order again. This was supposed be hanging off of the skewer, however it just fell down off the skewer onto the plate... and all the server could say was oops...?? -Flaming Turtle Fondue $16 - The presentation on this was really nice. I kind of wish that there was more fruit involved but I guess other people would enjoy it? Overall, I think that this place is pretty overpriced for what you get. They also have their seasonings a bit off. The service was also really strange. In the beginning our server was really attentive but towards the end when we were trying to get our check and everything he just disappeared and we had no idea where he was. It was just strange. I don't see myself returning here.
(2)Treetip N.
The meat on skewers are great but you can probably get that anywhere. It's the cocktails and craft beer selections that stood out for me.
(5)Stephanie F.
Fun restaurant idea and I love that we are starting to get cool places like this in Lakeview.. it helps widen your list of options when deciding where to eat. The staff has also been super friendly (and cute!!) every time I have been in here. Some of the food is better than others- I recommend the pistachio crusted lamb, the shrimp, the tenderloin, the crab rangoon flat bread, the fondue and the stuffed mushrooms. Lose one star because it can get pricey and some of the dishes (the mac and cheese, the greek potatoes, the salmon) which is funny since most are much better.
(4)Dillin R.
Went here for the first time tonight with a friend. I've been to DS Tequila, Dive Bar and Minibar so I was eager to try this place out. We had the mushrooms as an appetizer, for our skewers we had bacon wrapped chicken and the beef tenderloin tips. The sides we ordered were the Mac and cheese and the Brussel sprouts. Everything was fantastic! It all came out hot, which is a pet peeve of mine. Only thing I would change would be to order the Mac and cheese without sundried tomatoes. The meats were great along with the other dishes. Everything was cooked well, the Brussel sprouts were a little over done but whatever. So why is this not 5 stars? The service had some ups and downs tonight. I ordered a drink while I waited for a friend. A simple vodka cranberry. But it turned out they were out of cranberry...seems odd. So I switched to vodka soda, but it was pretty overpriced at $8. But I dealt with that. The two tongs at the table were quite filthy. I could see grease and food still on them. My plate was also dirty. I would also like to see an expanded dessert menu. I wasn't really interested in the two options available. No to the fondue because we were already quite full. And the mouse didn't sound too appealing, but everyone has their own taste. I would definitely come back here to eat. It was very enjoyable.
(4)Kate M.
mEAT is a good idea, but not executed as well as it could be. If it wasn't for the good food, good service, and nice atmosphere I'd take off another star for "awkwardness of presentation". The idea is essentially tapas on a stick. Most of the menu is skewers of meats that they serve to you hanging from a stand on the table. "Fun idea!" you say? "Annoying and doesn't work well" I say. Everything tasted very good but it was either falling off the skewer of it's own accord (well, gravity helped) or hard to pull off the skewer. The scallops were cooked perfectly and delicious, the bacon wrapped chicken was also very good. Really, everything was good, just, ya know, awkward (can we talk about how awkward the word awkward is?). We sat at the bar at the window and that made for some people watching fun along with our dinner. The service was very good, didn't bug us but he was available when we needed him. Seriously, next time I go to mEAT, I'm asking for my food on a plate. I realize that makes me a party-pooper, but I assure you having me not annoyed and fed is better than hungry, annoyed, and armed with skewers.
(4)Amelia P.
Oh my goodness, the brussel sprouts and avocado mousse are amazing. I am on a paleo kick and it was paleo heaven.
(5)Jason S.
First the good news: The staff is really friendly and accomodating. The space is very cool (I love the giant wooden door in the back) and the drinks are well made. However, in the end it's just bland meat on a skewer and overpriced. We had the lemon chicken (barely seasoned chicken that you dip into lemon sauce) and the rosemary pork (barely seasoned pork that you dip into raisin chutney). The meat is anywhere from $15-$28 per skewer depending on what you order. We had a flatbread (very good) the aforementioned meat (okay), and the mushrooms (also very good and a big portion). The chocolate fondue was not good. It was the consistency of chocolate milk, rather than thicker that sticks to the pretzels, marshmallows etc. Our bill for 4 drinks, 1 app, 2 meats, 1 side dish, and 1 dessert was $108 + tip. If the cost of the meat was lowered a bit I'd raise my stars. Instead I think I'll just go for an app or drink and then have dinner elsewhere.
(3)Karthik R.
Great food and good ambience. Staff are friendly and eager to help. I had kale salad and I had lemon chicken skewers. The kale salad could have been better with more ingredients and less kale. The skewers were great. My friend had bacon wrapped chicken and it was fantastic !!! PS: thank you for the kind gesture to get me a toothpick (I had kale in my teeth). Say hi !
(4)Arlene G.
just went here last nite with my homie & weve both never been there before. we had a spicy bacon flatbread app that was pretty good! it had giardenera on it that gave it that kick. then we had the beef tips and chicken wrapped in bacon skewers. both were good bu the tips were better. the meat was very soft and tender. we also tried their unique cocktails. the sangria was ok, the margarita with the pomegranate ice cube was deelish and the cucumber drink tasted like soap. our waiter was really cool tho & explained the whole menu to us thoroughly & had great customer service. our meal was a bit pricey but it was our first time there so no big deal. i would definitely try this place again just to try other items on their menu.
(4)Tikila B.
mEAT is awesome. I was drawn into the restaurant because of the swings. Yea, they have freaking swings on their patio so we went in for a drink. I got the $12 American Mule, my sister had the $12 Magic Margarita and they were both totally worth it! $24.00 later and 1 round into the day we decided that we should probably move on to another restaurant - But we didn't. I ordered the Mac and Cheese which was phenomenal its more like a pasta dish than mac n cheese as it had sundried tomatoes, bacon, peas, tellegio, gouda, and more deliciousness that I can't remember at this very moment. She had the bacon wrapped chicken skewer which was also awesome it was stuffed with jalepeno and cream cheese and seasoned to perfection. Great experience. You have to watch the bartenders make the drinks and then Sit outside and have a swing while enjoying your $12-14 cocktail. Great place but after two rounds, two apps., and $75.00 later we decided to bounce and find cheaper drinks.
(4)Anthony L.
The food was really good. Had the beef tenderloin and scallops. Loved both but the horseradish yogurt sauce with the beef was the best. The drinks were also really good. The place has a cool vibe/ambiance and our waiter, Luis, was very helpful. I asked for recommendations on skewers and drinks and both items he suggested that I went with were great. Would get five stars if it wasn't overpriced. If you have the money its not a problem. We had a groupon and wouldn't go back unless we had another one. Just don't have that kind of money, easily 100+ for two. Overall, wonderful place.
(4)Brendon E.
Everything was absolutely delicious. We ordered 4 skewers, 2 sides and 1 app.. (For 4) And it was the perfect amount of food. Meal was a little expensive but worth it.. Highly recommend the bacon onion puff appetizer - the shrimp skewers and the tenderloins. Tried the 'Vaportini' (you inhale vaporized vodka over a candle) and while it was fun to try new things, id say it wasn't worth the $$.. Order a real drink instead. Loved everything about mEAT - highly recommend
(5)Daneih I.
We enjoy dinner in meat. The outside tables are fun. The food is good. We ordered hot bacon flat bread without bacon since we don't eat pork it is delicious. Also, shrimp, chicken and salmon is good too. For the dessert we enjoy milk chocolate fondant yammy.
(5)Yelena S.
We had stuffed musrooms , cucumber cups and Wasabi crusted salmon. Drinks maple foam Manhattan and Kentucky negroni. It was very very good!!! Justin's the man!
(5)Marta K.
The meat was just fine to me.. the mac and cheese (really rigatonis and fondue cheese) was delicious!!! Loved it! OH, But the cocktails!! Yummy!!!!
(4)Danny W.
These guys know their man meat so it makes sense that they'd turn some of Minibar into a place where you can get some of the edible stuff on a stick. Meat does delicious skewers, tasty sides, and some interesting twists on classic cocktails. I stopped in for a few drinks and it's definitely worth it to try their sauzerac and the Maple Foam Manhattan. One or two of these, some beef tenderloin tips, and a side of brussel sprouts and you'll leave one happy camper. Space is limited cause it's really small, but this is an awesome place to grab a bite before hitting up one of the most fun gay bars in town. Meat matches the awesomeness of it's parent location only with slightly more stains on your shirt.
(4)Anna B.
Not a bad place. The food was ok, but some of the skewers we had were really dry. Our server was fun and cute, but it seemed like his manager was being sort of weird towards him. It's sort of hard to describe, it's like he was hitting on him or something and it freaked him out. The drinks were really great, probably the best part of this place.
(3)Erin D.
You guys. This restaurant is now on my Top 10 List for Chicago. Not only was the food delicious but the drinks were creative and tasty and the service was PHENOMENAL. First, ask for Seth to be your server. He clearly loves what he does and wants you to have a really enjoyable experience. Not only were his suggestions spot on but he was really attentive to our table and very easy to talk to (and even easier on the eyes). Next, get the bacon onion tart for an appetizer. Just do it. You won't regret it. Also, it pairs well with the Maple Foam Manhattan and the other whiskey drinks. We also had the Modern Cosmo and the Sidecar. All were really great. The meat and seafood is wonderful, especially the scallops with the apricot miso dipping sauce. The meatballs are to DIE for. And finish it off with Bananas Foster Fondue with flaming cinnamon? ABSOLUTELY. The scenery is perfect for the location... A small place with intimate seating but big enough tables where you can enjoy a great sharing meal with friends. My only complaints we're that the music was a bit loud so everyone had to shout to be heard, which just made the restaurant louder. Also, it's a bit pricey, so you definitely have to save up for this meal. But truthfully, it's completely worth it.
(5)Martyn C.
Probably the worst restaurant experience I have had in a long time. The service here was appalling, it took forever to order and then the food was so spaced out it was impossible for us to eat together. We ordered drinks on seating that took over twenty minutes to arrive. The worst part was that there was water running onto our table and the manager completely ignored us. Avoid this place at all costs.
(1)Matt B.
I think I could have just had the Truffle Fondue and been amazingly happy! Fontina + gruyere + garlic + white truffle oil + dry white wine = HEAVEN Those are many of my favorite ingredients all tossed into one pot. The bacon wrapped chicken skewers were delicious but for a unique taste go for the Rosemary Mint Pork with Apple Raisin Chutney. You MUST use the chutney. For my cocktail I tried the highly recommended maple foam Manhattan and was very happy I did .
(4)Philip P.
We had heard good things and were looking forward to dinner. We were sat by the General Manager. The waiter came about 5 minutes later and we order drinks and apps. At this point one of our guests was being leaked on from the ceiling. We told a waiter (not ours). 5 minutes went by and nothing. We then flagged down the GM and he told us "If it get bad we will try to move you" What is not bad about being dripped on? After it continued we told out water that it was bad. At this point we started to get ignored. 20 minutes after we ordered them the drinks arrived. 10 minutes later one of the appetizers arrived not the other. We still have not ordered entrees. We were never moved and they sat other parties of 5 and ignored our request to be moved while the ceiling was dripping on one of our guests. The GM came by our table many times but was obviously trying to ignore us and would not make eye contact. Our water glasses were empty for 20 minutes and never filled. At this point we had been there for 45 minutes and we had empty water glasses and had never ordered dinner and we will still being dripped on. We left hungry and angry. I have been in the hospitality industry my whole life and have never walked out of a restaurant in my life. This was the worst service I have every encountered. I know we were in the middle of Boystown but they should hire a GM because his is good at his job not because he is a cute gay boy. it seems that is the choice they made. I still can not get over the fact that the ceiling was leaking on a guest and not only did they not try and move us, but we were never even apologized to. Unacceptable.
(1)Ann Marie B.
Came here with a semi large group on a week night. The server was extremely friendly and attentive to all of our needs. The drinks were great! We also got pretty much every food item on the menu and everything was delicious! The side dishes were all cooked to perfection and had amazing flavor! The meat was also too good to be true. The steak was my favorite, cooked properly, juicy, and yummy. Go here if you want a different take on the usual meat and homestyle side dishes!
(5)Crystal A.
What a wonderful experience! Excellent food, service, and environment. We really enjoyed the hot bacon flatbread, beef tenderloin tips, cajun andouille sausage, brussel sprouts, and macaroni and cheese. Our server, Marc, handled our multiple waves of food and requests with accuracy and grace. Be sure to get a reservation as the seating is limited and be prepared for a great meal!
(5)Paul S.
My friends and I ate at mEAT for the first time. Great atmosphere. Sexy and nice servers. Attentive. Loved the Bacon Onion Flat bread. 2 skewers of meat per person was a bit too much. Mac and cheese was only warm. Mixed drinks were great with their homemade syrups. Overall a great experience and we will go back again soon.
(4)Chris B.
Great concept. The owner is very nice and really attentive to the people dining. This place has a cool atmosphere but doesn't make any sacrifices for its food. Had the shrimp Rangoon flatbread, scallops, bacon wrapped dates, and lamb. Also had the cauliflower! And a really great beer list.
(5)Little D.
My friend and I tried this place for the first time on a Friday evening, 2 weeks ago. We will never return. The concept of this place is awesome - but - they have so, so, so much to do in order to make this place good. Here's the breakdown. - We were seated in the second room and it took forever after we ordered our entrees to get served. Our server even came out and pseudo apologized to us by giving us the sad excuse that they "...are really busy in the first room..." Why in the world would you keep accepting customers then? Our waiter then said that he would, "...go back there and tell the chefs to rush our food..." - The cosmos were very skimpy for the obnoxious price. They were in tiny glasses and the glasses were only a quarter full of liquor. The rest was foam!!! - We ordered the truffle fondue to start. While the fondue itself was decent, the bread they gave us for dipping was at least 3 days old and was in the form of skinny slivers about 1.5 inches long. Nope - no crusty fresh bread chunks here! Also, the crudités were in this tiny bowl and were microscopic. So disappointing, especially for the price! - After waiting for at least 40mins, we finally received the 3 skewers we ordered: the tenderloin, the salmon and bacon wrapped dates. We also ordered the quinoa casserole. - The tenderloin was decent. The salmon was really salty. The quinoa casserole was delicious. Probably the BEST thing they have there. - The BACON WRAPPED DATES WERE SERVED TO US WITH RAW BACON! They were so raw, that the dates just slid off the skewer by themselves, one by one, falling on the plate below them. My friend was staring in amazement at how raw they were. When I pointed this out to our server, even he said "...wow...I wouldn't eat that either...that's definitely raw..." He said he would go talk to the chefs in back. When he came back, he said that the chefs basically shrugged their shoulders and said that "....he [the server] rushed them and that is why the bacon was raw...] THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE and the Chef should be fired for sending out food that he knew was raw. I just couldn't believe the lack of attention and pride this chef has in his cooking! And the "just whatever" attitude of the chef and our server was completely outrageous and unbelievable! The server offered to make us another serving of the dates, but, after waiting so long, I didn't want to ruin the evening any further. Plus, why would I trust that chef, again?! - Over $130 for THAT??? Absolutely NOT. Do not waste your time with this farce of a restaurant! What a shame about this place. I was so excited, too. Please just bring back the old mini bar and the old menu. Such a poor execution of such a cool concept.
(1)Laura H.
Pleasantly busy but not crowded on a weekday night. We sat at the bar and the bartender was great. I only had one cocktail and my friend had beers so I feel like I can't quite judge their cocktail list, but they may be a bit on the expensive side for what you're getting. This isn't a craft cocktail bar. This place is an endless source of puns and double entendre. Your meat skewers are suspended from a hook and you grab them with tongs. The beef tenderloin tips were perfectly cooked if you're a real meat lover- medium rare. So if you like your meat burned, you'll have to specify. Well-done shaming. They have one sad little veggie skewer on the menu that probably never gets ordered. For sure get the mac and cheese side- it's much bigger than I expected and probably shareable for up to three people even if it's your only side. Caught a glimpse of the chocolate fondue dessert which comes with a wide variety of dippable items. Looked amazing and huge!
(4)Desiree M.
The food here surpassed my expectations! I went with the hubbs on a Saturday afternoon. We had just seen the Blue Man Group and wanted to eat something close by. I searched some restaurants on Yelp and decided that since we are both meat lovers this would be the obvious choice. When we walked in we were greeted and seated promptly without a reservation. The place is pretty small but thankfully they had a couple tables open. Our waiter, Aaron, was very nice, attentive and knowledgeable regarding the menu. We ended up getting: * Hot Bacon Flatbread * Bacon Wrapped Chicken Skewer * Andouille Sausage Skewer * Creamed Corn Bacon was perfectly crisp, chicken and sausage were succulent and juicy, and the creamed corn was heaven. I wanted to inhale everything but I had to have some manners since there were other people there. The owner came over and talked to us for a bit to see how our experience was. I told him I was gonna Yelp the place and next thing I know I had a free avocado chocolate pudding dessert. I would say the only negative is the bathroom situation. There is only a Men's bathroom in there and women have to go to the bathroom in Minibar which is a bar/club with adjoining doors. Regardless of that I highly recommend this place. Great food, excellent service, and decent prices.
(5)Jennifer J.
Food was excellent!! We had bacon wrapped chicken, bacon wrapped dates, meatballs, cauliflower mash, and flat bread w/ bacon & jalepenos! It was all delicious! Atmosphere is cozy and the staff was super nice. Recommend it to everyone!
(5)Jeffie J.
This place had fun teasing the neighborhood with promises of "meat" for several weeks before they finally opened (if you catch my drift and I'm sure you so) but that just means they wanted to open softly and with a degree of care. The space itself is stylish and dark. It looks like they are going for small and intimate rather than loud and boisterous. There is a long bar, some leather booths and a communal table in the front. Very swank and clublike. There is a gimmick too--everything is skewered, the drinks, the food, all come with long rods ha ha. I was prepared to "skewer" this place in my review but it's better than that. This is a modern take on a kebob house--but to put it that way doesn't do it justice. If Boystown needs anything, it's an infusion of new concepts, good food and good service. This is the real deal and I just hope the nabe is ready for it... How's the food and drink? Really good. The designer cocktails are well crafted, judging from my Manhattan, served with a top layer of foam composed of maple syrup, egg whites and lemon. The cherry sits on top and it's not too sweet. I followed this with a glass of prosecco, and my only quibble here is that the pour seemed short for the price. On to the kebobs. I ordered lemon chicken and veggies. The lemon chicken was OK by itself but with the dipping sauce it was quite tasty. The veggies were just OK, some grilled zucchini and onions, but hey, you have to eat your veggies, and the mini corn on the cob was neat. They serve the kebobs on skewers hanging from a rack and you have to drag the pieces off with tongs, it's fun. There's something for dessert called avocado mousse. I was skeptical so they brought me a taste and surprise, it tasted just like avocado and chocolate mousse. Sound good to you? Then go for it. How's the service? This being Boystown, my expectations were nil. Truth is, I was blown away by the service--lots of attention, lots of conversation, good suggestions, friendly vibes. And the eye candy wasn't too shabby either! Thanks guys. So a lot of effort went into this place and it shows. Give it a try and let's see if we can keep it going.
(4)Sarah E.
Awesome food. We ordered the greek potatoes, beef tenderloin tips, meatballs and lemon chicken. Best meatballs I've ever had. Their drinks are good too. Friendly staff, nice ambiance. I do suggest buying a Groupon before you go, as it's kind of expensive.
(5)Mile N.
Came here for dinner last night. The host answering the phone was able to accommodate us without a previous reservation. The food was incredibly good... we had the stuffed mushrooms, bacon wrapped chicken, and pistachio crushed lamb chops. My girlfriend who was never a fan of lamb loved the lamb at mEAT. Their cocktail menu was excellent and well executed (american mule and sangria cobbler). We will return with more people so we can share more dishes :)
(5)Patrick L.
Great experience here. Had been to the old restaurant that Mini-bar had in this spot & loved it so had to check this one out. The inside has been slightly redone, it's got a more distinct atmosphere of its own now, separate from the bar next door. Everything we had was great. The meats we chose were a little spicier than the waiter let on, but that's all subject to opinion I suppose. Despite this he was very friendly, without overloading us with information & had no problem offering up suggestions when we asked. Looking forward to going back & trying more things from the menu!
(5)Heather G.
Meat is absolutely the most amazing place ever!! Being a veteran I can say the crab Rangoon, beef tips, and bacon wrapped dates are the way to go every time. Tonight Zack with the hair made my visit even better with his exceptional personality and help navigating new drinks and good to try!! Thank you Zack and everyone else at Meat!!
(5)Carrie A.
Sat at the bar with Zack and Trevor Q. These guys will make the experience for you! Food and drinks especially were fantastic! Strongly recommended.
(5)Shasta F.
We recently visited Meat and unfortunately were very disappointed with the service. The waiter, nice enough, was extremely forgetful on most everything. The experience took nearly 1 1/2 hours for 2 skewers and mushrooms - and they weren't busy. We almost walked out. I might have been able to give a better rating would we had decent service. If you go, make sure you have time to spare.
(2)Jared K.
Went here with girlfriend over the weekend. When I called to make a reservation Tommy got us seats at the bar since they were all booked for the night. We then we greeted by our bartenders for the night, Zack and Trevor who were very nice and did great jobs with food and drink recommendations. Everything we ate and drank was delicious.
(4)Leila T.
Really wanted to like this place but the night was not at all like the reviews below. It sounds like everyone who has posted a review came on a slow Friday/Saturday night so the service was great. Unfortunately yesterday was an extremely busy Saturday night and our experience was less than good because of it, I don't think this restaurant has matured enough to understand how to handle a busy night. We got there 30 minutes before our reservation and although there were 4+ booths open the hostess said she could not seat us because the booths are for parties of 3-4 people so we would have to wait until the next 2 person seating opened up (funny because there were 2 booths that were taken and each of them had only 2 people but she wouldn't allow us to) but she mentioned to grab a drink at the bar while waiting. Waiting by the bar was awful the waiters/waitresses were picking up food and dropping off orders and we were awkwardly standing there since the rest of the bar area was full. The waitresses were rushed and running into us left and right asking us to move. Very awkward and small packed seating/standing area by the bar. We were at the bar for over 15 minutes and none of those 4+ booths ever became occupied so that annoyed us a bit, why couldn't we have just sat there? Once we got to our table the restaurant slowly started to fill up and our waiter was struggling. Took about 15 minutes to even get our order of drinks in, another 10 minutes to get his attention to order food. We got the hot bacon flatbread which wasn't great (overly powering jalapeño, no other flavors stood out) and we waited another 10 minutes for our water to be refilled. We got one of our skewers and the other one came out 10 minutes later. Not very organized, had to flag our waiter down each time we needed something. The bacon wrapped chicken skewer was slightly cold (and slightly dry) so I bet it was sitting at the window waiting to get picked up. The beef tenderloin tip skewers were great. Service really can make or break a review..
(2)Lauren B.
I have been here twice and both times I was completely in heaven. GO IMMEDIATELY. 1. Get a cocktail... And ask the waiter to explain them, because they are not what you think! 2. Absolutely get the Bacon Onion Tart. It's basically bacon & onions on phyllo. AMAZING. 3. Bacon. Wrapped. Chicken. "Oh chicken is boring" you say???? WRONGGGGGGGG it is amazing. 4. I don't even like Brussels Sprouts. But I freaking LOVE these. Do it, do it, do it. Best for: friends in town.
(5)Sarah M.
mEAT is absolutely delicious. Wonderful atmosphere and the staff is very welcoming and knowledgeable . It's was hard to decide what to eat/drink between all the great menu items. My favorite things were the magical Margs and the pistachio lamb. If I could give mEAT more stars I definitely would . I will be back very soon!!
(5)Rylee S.
Stopped in for a drink on a Saturday afternoon and ended up staying for dinner- pretty happy we did! The cocktails are super fun and tasty and the food was delicious all around. Just deduced a star because it seemed just a tad overpriced.
(4)Mike L.
In town for the orioles game me and my brother decided to give this place a shot based on all the good reviews and we were not disappointed. We had the bacon wrapped chicken, scallops, shrimp and Greek potatoes. Potatoes had a little to much dill and not enough salt but were still very tasty, the bacon wrapped chicken was cooked and seasoned perfectly, the shrimp were huge and again cooked/seasoned to perfection and the scallops were by far some of the best scallops I've ever tasted. To top it all off the service was spot on, very helpful. We came without reservations and were still seated in a timely manner. Our server was named Evan and he is great at his job, spot on with all of his suggestions. My only regret is I live in virginia and won't be able to return. So if u own meat and are reading this please open a restaurant in the Hampton roads area. Lol
(5)Vicki L.
Really interesting, cool and original concept. Went with my sister and her husband for a double date night on Saturday and the place was packed. We were 10 minutes late getting there and they were super cool when I called to let them know. Even though the place was packed they did not threaten to give our table away or anything and were so nice and welcoming upon our arrival. As others have said the cocktails are part of their specialty. I had an American Mule and it was very well done and delicious. I would not say it was much of a spin on the original but fresher for sure. Good but $12 may be a stretch for that one. The food was hit and miss, but the misses were not by any means terrible - just not as good as some of the really delicious ones. Some of our favorites were the Bacon Wrapped Dates (my fav and I could have ordered another), the Meatball, Scallops and the Tenderloin. I am not much of a steak eater but the others said it was good. For me the Dates and Meatballs were the best. The Wasabi Crusted Salmon was just kinda eh and a little dry and the Pistachio Pork was good but nothing like the others I mentioned. We also the truffle cheese fondue to start and that was tasty and not a ridiculous amount so it did not ruin our appetites for the skewers. We also shared the White Chocolate dessert fondue and the best part of that was all the amazing accompaniments they gave you to dip into it. The White Chocolate itself could have been thicker but it was still fun because of everything they offer to dip in it. All in all a very fun place to go with others and try a little of everything. Cool concept with the skewers and tongs and the way the the food is presented at your table. The owner also stopped by to introduce himself and ask how everything was and was super nice and chatted with us for awhile and seemed to really want our honest thoughts and opinions. I'd say food was perhaps 3.5 stars overall but everything else about this place brings it to a 4.
(4)Meg L.
This place was just AMAZING! My boyfriend & I went there for the first time & enjoyed every aspect of it. The service, the atmosphere, the FOOD and the drinks were all A+. We actually got in without a reservation with just a 5 minute wait on a Saturday night which is very unusual anywhere. I definitely recommend it & will be back soon. *Recommendations: stuffed mushrooms, seared scallop skewer & the bacon wrapped chicken skewer!
(5)Brooke S.
The crab Rangoon flatbread is amazing!!! And the bacon wrapped dates are divine! Zack is an incredible server! He's always smiling and he's super attentive!! I would recommend this place to anyone visiting or living in the lakeview area!
(5)Alex B.
This place was overall a great meal. Check it out if you're in the area. The staff were nice, attentive, and gave accurate recommendations. As for the food: I had the crab-rangoon flatbread, bacon wrapped chicken skewers, and the mac n cheese. The flatbread was delicious, definitely a unique twist. The chicken came cream-cheese filled, under the bacon - Yum. And the mac n cheese was almost like a cheesy pasta carbonara - I couldn't stop eating it. I recommend it for sure. Forgot about your healthy eating habits for a night, if you want the max experience :)
(4)Abby A.
Absolutely Awesome!! Great Food! Great atmosphere! Great Service!!
(5)Scott T.
This restaurant is bad ass. Ask to sit in Seth's section, and just let him order for you. I can't tell you how good the food is here. It just can't be described on yelp. Same for the drinks. My mom and her husband picked this restaurant when they were visiting from Michigan. They said they wanted to go to "Meat." I said, "hey, that address is in Boystown." When we got there, it's a couple doors over from "Wood." Hey, at least everyone has a sense of humor. :op
(5)Lindsey M.
I helped them out during the air and water show this summer and I absolutely fell in love with this place.
(5)Tina C.
mEAT was grEAT! Drinks: I got the maple foam manhattan ... and then two more. Yes, it was that good. Food: The meat balls were mouthwateringly delicious. The lamb and bacon wrapped chicken were also really delicious. The pork was just ok. For sides we got the mac & cheese and brussels sprouts - both were really good but not as good as the meat. Atmosphere: Fun but intimate. A really great place to go with a small group of friends. I know I'm going back soon and I definitely recommend you guys to check it out!
(4)Ryan S.
We came to this place on a whim when the bar next door was way too crowded. All I can say is OMG! We ordered the Crab Rangoon flat bread, stuffed mushrooms, bacon wrapped chicken,beef tenderloin tips, meatballs, pistachio lamb chops, the Rosemary mint pork, creamed corn, Brussels sprouts, and Mac and cheese. I can't say one bad thing about any of the food. All meat was cooked perfectly, the Mac and cheese was really cheesy and not greasy, the Brussels were we're almost my favorite part of the meal. The place was busy and a our waiter had a large table of 10 and still was on top it with his other tables and we never would have known he was slammed if the host hadn't said something. We sat in the window and took up all 4 seats. It was fun because everyone that walked by asked how the food was and told us how good it looked. If you don't want strangers talking to you sit inside. Good price for great food. We left with leftovers and full bellies and we're all big boys.
(5)Sarah K.
FABULOUS! Great drinks. Service good. And the food. . . . The onion bacon tart was awesome. I love having different skewers hanging at the table and you just eat at leisure. Its a great place; very cozy. Can't wait to come back!
(5)Malia M.
The outdoor swing seating is definitely a selling point here. It was whimsical, shockingly comfortable and fostered light conversation between other diners. It was social if you wanted it to be, but also oddly easy to keep conversations more private too. We started with a couple of specialty cocktails. The American Mule was exactly what I needed on a summer evening sitting on a swing. (American Harvest Vodka, house-made ginger syrup, fresh lime carbonated, copper mug over ice, lime and crystallized ginger. Can I just say, the crystallized ginger was perfectly tasty. More please!). Gorgonzola salad was very good to start. Probably could have just eaten that and been satisfied drinking with a salad. Nicely dressed and tasty to both of us. For skewers we opted for the Pistachio Crusted Pork and Bacon Wrapped Dates; coupled that with a side of Cauliflower Puree skewers. The Pistachio Crusted Pork was a little disappointing. Just a bit dry. We were recommended the Lamb Version for our next visit. Which I will happily try. Would not order the former again. Bacon Wrapped Date skewer was delicious and easily our favorite of the night. Aside from my drink. Did I mention my drink? The Cauliflower Puree, well...it was a nice effort, but just didn't work for my taste buds. The veggie stock seemed a little too strong. We left this dish almost uneaten. The negatives were mainly pallet driven, or easily fixed; so I'd still come back and what I was impressed with was enough to garner 4 stars.
(4)Yael S.
Summertime ambiance at mEat was fan.tastic. A buddy & I enjoyed the patio swingset and the delicious {subtle} cocktails ;) The food was okay, but the experience was playful & memorable! I'd consider going back for an app & another chance to play on the adult swings :)
(3)Jill J.
We've been to this location twice and the food is great! The steak, pork, bacon wrapped chicken and salmon skewers are amazing. Highly recommend this location and the Apex Predator beer!
(4)Joshua D.
I really enjoyed this restaurant! We tasted a ton of different items all which were really great. My favorites were pistachio crusted lamb (fatty and not too much meat, but the meat you do get is great), and scallops were amazing. Really swanky feel and a nice little sit outside summer spot.
(4)Rj C.
I ordered the beef tenderloin, chicken lime, brussel sprout n fondue. Basically the beef was perfectly cooked, filling and juicy. Everything was delicious, we got a seat right awat and our server seth was awesome. All staff was super friendly and knew a lot about food. I am glad we found this noook in boys town, will return. Come.here for a date, or a solid cocktail.
(5)Pablo D.
Great "date night". Kale cesar salad was perfectly dressed with a zesty dressing. The pork and chicken skewers were bursting with flavor and the mashed cauliflower was a tasty healthy balance to the decadent mac n cheese. And talk about service with super friendly smiles!
(5)Caroline M.
The food here is pretty good as are the cocktails. The problem is the price of the food. Without a groupon, it is not worth it. I would never pay full price.
(3)Paul S.
Great food. The steak tips were awesome
(4)Gorana M.
The interior is cozy and adorable. Absolutely love, love the interior and ambience. The scallops are a total win! Try them, you won't regret it.
(4)Jason S.
Good food but maybe a tad over priced. The sides were HUGE and worth the $ but the main skewers a tad pricy. Overall good meal but a little pricey.
(3)Sara C.
I have been here 3 separate times and each time the quality of the food was worse. Very inconsistent which makes it hard to have favorites. I enjoy the wine selection and the bacon wrapped chicken was great. The fondue was unfortunately grainy and the bread served with it was clearly stale. I asked for new bread but was told that was all they had. I decided to try the other location after that and have decided to frequent it over this one.
(2)Jackie N.
If you like meat or are on the Paleo diet this may be an okay place for you. My boyfriend and I got the chicken and beef tenderloin tips and it was nothing special. Very little flavor. We also got the brussel sprouts and Mac and cheese as sides. The brussel sprouts were okay at best. The mac and cheese was the best part of the meal by far. Our meat skewers came out way before our sides and we were ready to leave by the time our sides came out. The cocktails are delicious, so I'd go back for drinks but that's about it. My boyfriend got a cucumber cocktail and loved it. I'd suggest being adventurous with your meat choice because the chicken and tenderloin were not worth the money. Overall a fine experience but overpriced for how much food you get.
(3)Katy J.
My friends and I went to Meat on Saturday night, and everything was amazing. The food and service were great and the cocktails were phenomenal. It's great to find a place with such well done cocktails.
(5)Fe S.
Out at dinner with my girls. Small menu but full of unique items. We started with crab flatbread, it was amazing. We then moved on to our skewers. Long story short is the food is great! ..especially the stuffed mushrooms. A few of us had drinks, I would definitely recommend the margaritas. Amanda was great and our waiter Aaron was FANTASTIC!! We would definitely come back again!
(5)Todd N.
Good food, unique drinks, terrific atmosphere, and a top notch waiter (Luis). We'll be back!
(5)Brian B.
Slow service, food served on skewers that only have 4-6 pieces of very small meat. Fondue was $14 and was skimpy. Barely fed one person let alone the two people in our party. Won't be returning sadly.
(1)Lauren M.
Went for my birthday with friends. We tried a smattering of things on the menu. Personally, I really enjoyed the Crab Rangoon flatbread and loved my Magic Margarita. It was fun to try a lot of different things! The waiter recommented 1.5 skewers per person. I recommend getting 1 skewer per person if you are going to try any appetizers/sides.
(4)Erica T.
I went with a friend for a late dinner on a Thursday night. The place itself was dark and intimate but a little too loud since minibar is right next door. There are swings out in front that you can sit on while you eat, which I thought was fun and if it wasn't too chilly out we probably would've sat there, but we chose a booth instead. They first brought out a complimentary bucket of kale chips. We were very excited for them but unfortunately they were all burned and left a very bitter taste. I maybe found one or two that looked ok and everything else went to waste. My friend and I then ordered some drinks, I got the la Paloma which are usually made with squirt lemon soda and tequila. They used grapefruit instead which I was excited for and really craving some nice carbonation after those burnt chips..I think they tried to get too fancy with their drinks and it just really turned out disgusting. Instead of a nice carbonated cocktail... I got salt, which is literally what it tasted like. I told the waiter that I just could not bring myself to drink it and he brought me a modern cosmo instead, which was ok but sometimes simple is just better. My friend ordered the schezuan button cocktail which also just ok, wouldn't order that ever again. If my night ended there, this place wouldn't gotten at most 2 stars because they did have excellent service and a great place, but the food was quite good. For the app we ordered the crab ragoon flatbread which tasted exactly what it sounds like, it was very yummy. Then, we ordered the chicken wrapped in bacon with jalopeno and cream cheese inside, brussel sprouts and quinoa casserole to share for the table. You can't really go wrong with a skewer like that. It was good, but smaller pieces than I expected.. Which ended up being a good thing because the quinoa casserole was veryyy dense and not that great either, wouldn't order it again. The brussels were my favorite. Simple and delicious! Overall, it wasn't horrible, but am I planning to go there again anytime soon? Definitely not.
(3)Aleshia S.
Took the whole family here for a new experience. We had such a blast!!! Great staff, excellent service and great food. I love the name mEAT how ingenious. They had something for everyone, even my picky 12 year old grandson. In my past experiences Brazilian meats have always been dry and flavorless, so I was hesitant to eat here when the family wanted to try it. Boy was I surprised the meats were moist the sauces were flavorful, the kids even ate their veggies!! I loved the decor and the environment, very upscale and trendy. You will be seeing us back at mEATs for sure.
(5)Maury V.
Unique concept, big flavors, quality food, great cocktails, and helpful service. Better than a Brazilian steakhouse by far, mEAT allows diners to pick and choose their meats, seafood, and veggies with specialized sauces, complementing side dishes, and cheese fondues. Offered in big portions and great for sharing, the individual skewers cater to carnivores, vegetarians, and seafood lovers alike and even offer entrees aligned to certain diets. Couple tips: order multiple skewers to share, never shy away from the cheese fondues (even if you think you're not that hungry), and always use your sauce. Though I wasn't hungry enough for the chocolate dessert fondue when it came time, if it's as good as the Wisconsin cheese fondue I started with I'm sure it's great. Hoping they start a brunch menu!
(5)Julie B.
If this place was more reasonably priced, I would give it more stars. As is, I probably won't go back, which is a shame since it's right around the corner from my house. The food was all very delicious, but $10 - 20 for 5 or 6 pieces of meat is too much. And the number of items on each skewer is different and odd, so some people got a whole meatball, for example, while others had to share one. And the "molecular" cocktails are all hype. My mule with homemade ginger syrup wasn't nearly as good as a traditional made with ginger beer, and my friend said her szechuan cocktail was not good. Service was great. I was dying to sit on the swings outside but the weather was bad that day. Maybe I'll go back to try the boozy brunch, which looks like a good deal.
(3)Anj B.
The best part about this place is the outdoor seating area, with the swings. Also the servers were nice. But the food that we sampled was mediocre and the drinks were hit or miss. My friend ordered the wasabi salmon skewers which came out pink/uncooked (which may be OK since they later informed us it was meant to be medium to rare) but they were also cold, which I don't think it was supposed to be. So rather than reordering that one, we switched to the brussel sprouts dish. The waiter remembered that one of us was vegetarian so it was nice of him to bring out the dish with the bacon on the side, so we could both try it. But ultimately the brussel sprouts were just good, not great. In terms of drinks, I tried the Magic Margarita which was alright, tasted like a standard margarita. My friend got the Moscow Mule which tasted really watered down, without a strong flavor profile... I order that drink often (elsewhere) and it normally has a great, strong ginger taste which I love. They told us they make the ginger syrup in house and add the carbonation so it sounded super promising, but ultimately was a disappointment. Probably won't be coming back here, which is unfortunate since I live just down the street and the swings are such a fun touch! The other meat entrees might be better though.
(2)Steven J.
This place is incredible! The modern Cosmo is really techie and delicious. We ordered appetizers and the fondue and flatbread were the best. We will come back!
(5)Kevin L.
One app 3 skewers and one side. You are looking at 100 with tips ... I will go to fogo
(3)I L.
Very good, paleo and keto friendly with good service! Easy parking at an early dinner time. This is our 3 or 4 the time here, and just one minor complaint, the scallops had just a whiff of ammonia- so just word to the wise- this was on a Friday. Maybe it was just an off day or they might have been stored with a little liquid on the bottom? It wasn't strong, but I am a little sensitive. Overall, super!
(4)Marcus J.
Meat I truly enjoy somethings (tart) and the creative cocktails but the service just wasn't up to par for what it was I truly hope this changes because it could be a great spot!
(2)Ari N.
Tried our mEAT for the first time last Friday and can confirm what others here have said...it was an excellent experience! For a party of three we had a variety of cocktails (the 'American Mule' is amazing), apps (well, app, the fondue - so much cheese), and skewers. I'm a sucker for anything wrapped in bacon and the bacon wrapped chicken skewer with jalapeño creme cheese was so so tasty! Service was phenomenal. Friendly, conversational, attentive and very knowledgeable about everything on the menu. They also highlight which options are both gluten free and paleo friendly which is a nice touch. Definitely a smidge on the pricey side (prob. $50ish for each of us) but well worth it when you combine the great food/drink with the ambience. It's not a huge locations so I would recommend a quick call for reservations just to be safe. Enjoy!
(5)Kathleen S.
Bacon wrapped dates were awesome! Our server Zack was fantastic! He had a great personality and was very informative. This was my first time at Meat and I will be back! I highly recommend this restaurant! Ask for Zack with the great hair. He will take good care of your table!
(5)Katy G.
We had a great experience at Meat last night. Good food (one of the best meals we've had in the city). Our server Luis was great and funny. Can't wait to go back and sit in the swings this summer!
(5)GJ F.
Good food. You can tell it's a new place, the staff were training people and the outside seating just got installed
(4)N G.
Great atmosphere, very pleasant staff, and can't wait to return for the yummy skewers & sides!
(5)Michaela D.
Came here with a group of about 8 friends. Everything was a great experience! The service was fantastic - waiter was super helpful with drink and food suggestions, and was very friendly. The drinks were fantastic. Good beer choices, interesting mixed drinks and margaritas. The fondue was delicious, as were all of the skewers that I tried. We were a big group so we were able to order a ton of stuff and try a little bit of everything on the table. The sides were phenomenal. The mushrooms were amazing as was the cauliflower puree. Very sad we were too full for dessert. Highly recommended for a night out with a group!
(5)J B.
Just had my first and probably last encounter with mEAT. Cute name for a restaurant especially considering its location in the middle of Gay Central lol. The food was so-so. The service was ok but the waiter had a bit of attitude. He seemed not to like his job very much. This place is kind of pricey for what you get. I will spend my $ elsewhere.
(2)Leanna C.
My husband and I have been to mEAT several times now and have enjoyed ourselves every time. The GM, bartenders, and servers have been attentive, friendly, and helpful. Since we live in the area, we usually swing by for a couple drinks and small bites. The bacon wrapped dates are by far my favorite! Pair that with an American Mule and I'm a happy girl. The bacon onion tart and crab rangoon flat bread are also great choices. The kale chips at the beginning are a nice and unique start to the meal. I agree with other reviewers that the prices are a little high for the area; however, I think the ambiance (swings = awesome patio), service, and food are definitely worth a visit.
(4)Philippe C.
Cute concept but sadly fails in the realization. This really requires an open kitchen to the dining room so that food comes hot and for the food to come together. Neither being the case. Although the space is nice, the high tables don't improve the experience especially if you are seated in the window table which actually means you are eating on a ledge looking into the street as in a window display. Although the meat quality was good it lacked in flavor and all the dishes were underseasoned and flavourless. Our waiter was attentive and overall it was not bad but certainly no a "lets return"
(3)Roger T.
Loved the atmosphere and vibe, but a few things fell short... 4 prawns on a skewer for $20, I'll get over it. But the service was the rough point. When the food order is places all at one time(for 2 people), all of the food should come out at once, not one dish then another 5 minutes later, then another 5 min later... It would have nice if we got more water or any attention at all. Ill flip a coin next time to see if I wanna give it another try
(2)Pat H.
My wife and I just moved into the neighborhood, so we decided to try out some of the places to eat/drink in the area. We came around the corner, saw the swings, and thought it looked like a great place to try. The swings were cool to eat on, of course the day being perfect out, added to that. We both ordered magic margarita, which was fantastic!! Definitely give it a try, they put a pomegranate ice cube in it, so as it melts, the taste is always changing on you. For food, we ordered the lemon chicken kabob, the bacon wrapped date skewer, and the cauliflower. If you are eating a specific way, gluten free, Paleo-etc, they actually mark it on the menu, which is extremely handy. Everything we are, was phenomenal! We will definitely be back, to try other things, we also met Josh, the owner, and he couldn't have been more pleasant, and took the time, out of his day, to chit chat with us. 5 stars for sure!
(5)Bill R.
Amazing Food! Staff was friendly and made the overall experience something that I will definitely do again. Everything that we ordered was delicious. You can't go wrong. Best meal I've had in a long time.
(5)Sarah A.
All I can say is wow! We were blown away by the service, ambiance and the food. We were immediately greeted by the owner who gave us the run down of the concept as well as his suggestions on food and cocktails. I started with the Szechuan Button Cocktail which is the most magical drink I've ever had! I don't want to spoil it for you, but the exotic flower in the drink plays amazing tricks on your mouth! We followed by eating the Wisconsin Trio Fondue followed by the lemon chicken skewers, beef tenderloin tips, meatballs and seared scallops. All of the meat was MELT In YOUR MOUTH good! The meatball was my personal favorite of the bunch. Our server, Steven, was outstanding and very knowledgeable of the food and cocktail menu. I will definitely be back for more "mEAT"!
(5)Crystal H.
I absolutely lovvvvvvve this place! Our server was not only very attentive, but very helpful. Let me start out by saying the beef tenderloin was EXCELLENT! (Get it!!!) The Lemon Chicken....Delish! Last but not least, please do yourself a favor and have dessert. The Banana Foster Fondue is undeniably good. (It's the type of dessert that you dream about, wake up, and run very quickly to order it again.) Please eat here, you won't regret it!!!
(5)Kelly A.
We had a really great meal at meat. Kale Caesar, pork chutney skewer, bacon chicken skewer, sides of mushrooms and Brussels....all were delicious! This is a great spot for the Paleo or gluten free diner. We also had the turtle fondue for dessert (not GF or Paleo!! :) -- delicious! We will be back!
(5)A N.
This place is top notch. It has a unique menu offering both in food and drink. I would recommend this place to anyone in the area. The bacon wrapped chicken is delicious (far more deluxe then it sounds). The Mac and cheese (seriously) was a great addition and would be to any of the meats. All in all Meat is a must have experience. You won't be disappointed.
(5)Anthony G.
Definitely NOT a five star- not exactly sure how they are getting this average.. I rate a two. Not terrible though. Possibly worth a second try. Drink was very expensive and small. Beef was way overcooked- even for well done (I had asked for medium rare- wasn't in the mood for sending things back). The fondue at a neighboring table looked great however- would likely go well with some skewers. Menu NOT well suited for solo diners- I found I wound up with too little of some and way too much of other things. The menu could do a better job presenting the venue's theme. It was detailed enough however and visually appealing - something often lacking. The staff was excellent, and very, very friendly. Not at all superficial- nice, good people- enough so for me to bump rating up to a three. And, yes, I probably will give it another try - perhaps with a dining partner.
(3)Samantha G.
I loved this restaurant. I've been wanting to try this place for awhile, and I made Valentine's Day reservations back in January. At the last minute, however, it was looking like my date had to cancel on me, so I called the restaurant to cancel the reservation -- only to have my date decide he wanted to get together after all about 30 minutes later. Oops. I called Meat back right away to see if they could squeeze us back in, and John was super nice about it and told us we could have our table back. That was the start of excellent service that lasted the entire evening. Everyone who came to our table was warm, friendly, and seemed genuinely concerned about whether we were enjoying ourselves. And enjoy ourselves we did -- from the complimentary kale chips brought to our table before the meal, to the four drinks we ordered (all amazing, although I found myself rather partial to the Maple Foam Manhattan), to the stuffed mushrooms was good. As for the skewers themselves -- we ordered the bacon wrapped dates to start and agreed that was our favorite, but the bacon wrapped chicken and beef tenderloin were awesome as well. We also shared the Bananas Foster fondue for desert, and even though I'm usually not a big fan of white chocolate, I enjoyed it a lot (although the aforementioned drinks may have helped with that!) The ambiance is great, the service is great, the food is great. It's not the cheapest -- our bill, sans tip, came to about $130 -- but it's well worth the price for a nice night out.
(5)Steve S.
Love this place! Not sure if our server was the owner or bartender but he was great. Drinks are unique and even though I don't care about all the hoopla behind a drink it was still funny to go with the flow. Both flatbreads were incredible. The meatball and beef tenderloin skewers were amazing. The chicken skewers were also good. The scallops were decent. Next time I'm in Chicago I'll definitely stop by!
(5)Jeff W.
After being suggested by a couple friends, last night we experienced the unbelievable event at the new Halsted restaurant mEAT. Excellent customer service from the bartender while waiting for our table to the professional server attending to our every need as a first-time diner. The food was fabulous -- we suggest to get the lobster, scallops, fried chicken, and filet -- skewers of delight! We topped it off with mushrooms and cauliflower as two of our shared sides. And the deserts -- out of this world. They also feature a signature Cosmo which is yummy! Treat yourself to a pampered and fantastic dining experience -- you will not regret this culinary treat.
(5)Julianna W.
Yummy food, great drinks, and a friendly waitstaff! Wish the fondue had a little more truffle oil but the scallops were perfect. So good.
(5)Kristin K.
We went to meat on the eve of my birthday and were treated with celebration. The outdoor seating on the swings is a blast and makes for making friends. The host and servers were great. I loved the bacon tart and all the skewers and mac and cheese. The drinks were also top notch. Definitely up for another trip this summer.
(5)Kathren S.
Went to mEAT for the first time for my going away party. This place is AMAZING. The food is wonderful and the men are gorgeous. Especially Derek. And Seth.
(5)Laimis U.
First timer here. Friendly, great service,, food was great, but salmon for my taste was to salty. We will comeback with friends.
(4)D A.
A truly unique experience, and great idea. There is a variety of skewers to choose from. I recommend the Jumbo Shrimp, and Tenderloin Tips as well as the side of Brussel Sprouts. The shrimp were really jumbo! It has a great vibe, and unique mixology cocktails. I had the Button Cocktail that was the delicious! It's a great place to bring friends, and have a good time.
(5)Kenneth L.
Watching the sign for weeks, we were excited for it's opening this weekend. What a great experience and a much needed new place for Lakeview. I was impressed by a helpful reservation experience ( so many in boystown don't have it ) along with the warm & friendly atmosphere of all of the staff & owners. The food was amazing....great combinations and a unique skewer course not seen in Chicago before. Crafted cocktails were spot on and well priced. David, our waiter was extremely helpful and attentive, as well as the managers and owners. If you are looking for a great place for friends or family to go, mEAT is it !
(5)Grace K.
My first Yelp! review! Luckily, I had an incredible restaurant experience this week to share. mEAT is an awesome new restaurant that just opened up around the corner from me. I had heard great things so my boyfriend and I both got online separately to make a reservation and 1) someone contacted him an hour later to set it up 2) the owner emailed me when he didn't hear back from me to make sure I didn't need a table. The awesome service continued at the restaurant; the staff were friendly and knowledgeable and added some special touches for Valentine's Day. The inside is lovely, classy but not pretentious at all. Finally, the food- we had a bacon flatbread to start with, the chicken and bacon and beef tenderloin skewers with a side of mac and cheese and the chocolate turtle fondue for dessert. Everything was perfectly cooked, great sized portions, and the flavor combos were incredible. We also sampled 4 of their specialty cocktails which were really fun and tasty. We will definitely be going back- it's a little pricey but 100% worth it for the experience and the food!
(5)Nathan B.
This was my first visit to meat, and I was very pleased with the visit. I'll admit i've lived in the area and been past multiple times since it opened and for no reason in particular never really thought about eating there. A friend suggested stopping by for a drink and an appetizer before heading somewhere else for dinner. We were sat right away outside on the swings, which was a really cool and fun idea. The service was prompt and friendly, and the food was excellent. In fact, we kept ordering more and ended up staying and having dinner there that night instead of moving on with our original dinner plans. Our server did a great job of explaining the menu, and the general manager stopped by multiple times during our visit to make sure everything was to our satisfaction. We started with the onion tart and bacon wrapped chicken, which were fantastic. I was both skeptical and intrigued by the "crab rangoon flatbread." I mean, don't mess with a good thing...but i'm a big fan. It was one of the most creative dishes i've had in a while and i'd go back just for that. Great food, service and experience, I'll definitely by back.
(5)Sadie D.
The food was excellent...however, our waiter, David I think, was not so much. He seemed arrogant and like we were doing him a favor by sitting at the table. After taking our order, he ignored us after delivering our food, but raved about the fondue. However, he delivered the bill before we could order, slashing our dreams of enjoying any. Overall, good food, bad experience...
(2)Ivy T.
I love surprises! We came in here only to grab a drink since the bartender, Heather, was one of the finalist in the Red Eye Bartender of the Year contest. We ended up staying nearly the whole night...but for good reason! The owners and Heather were such great conversationalists. It really made it hard to leave. We also probably tried every one of their cocktails as well as their brussel sprouts, kale caesar with a red wine poached egg and parmesan crisp, scallop and salmon skewers, and chocolate fondue. All their dishes were fantastic. I love brussel sprouts and they were cooked and seasoned very well. The boyfriend loved the bacon bits. The kale caesar was definitely unique and a must try. I loved the salmon skewers. The salmon was so yummy and flaky....loved the wasabi coating. It's definitely not a place where I can come to every weekend but only because I would end up spending a fortune eating and drinking everything.
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