501 Local

501 Local reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Jane VIP

   Chicago72 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We all had the same order, the wonderful beet salad! Our waitress was welcoming and attentive. We lingered for a long time after we finished, as the three of us had not seen each other for quite awhile. No one rushed us out of there!
   

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   lynda

   Chicago45 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 14, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   service, food and atmosphere all very good would definitely return!!!
   

   501 LocalResponded on April 15, 2025

   Hi lynda, Thanks for writing a review on OpenTable! I am glad that you will return! Say hi next time! Kindly, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
   

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   Eunice

   Chicago3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 10, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   One of the best restaurants around-great food and great service
   

   501 LocalResponded on April 15, 2025

   Hi Eunice, Thanks for writing a review on OpenTable! I second your review... I hope to see you again soon. Kindly, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
   

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   Edward VIP

   Chicago608 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 10, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Every visit to 501 Local has been a great experience. This evening, my wife and son opted for a lighter dinner, as did I, and the food was excellent. We all had either butternut squash or chicken gnocchi soup to start and a then a sandwich or salad. We all enjoyed our meals completely. My Salade Nicoise was especially wonderful with a terrific variety of ingredients. My two guests had the chicken sandwich and the burger, which they both loved! Our server, Ibrahim, was especially attentive and helpful, and had a great personality which added to the enjoyment of the evening. A good time was had by all!
   

   501 LocalResponded on April 15, 2025

   Hi Edward, Thank you for the kind words. Our chef is no stranger to french cooking--that's his speciality. Ibrahim is great too, thank you for noticing. I'll see you again shortly I hope. Best, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
   

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   Harry VIP

   Chicago2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our guest time here. Very cool vibe, lovely server and great lunch! I live in the Gold Coast and travelled in to meet a dear friend. We both agreed we would return!
   

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   501 LocalResponded on April 10, 2025

   Hi Harry, Thank you for writing a review on OpenTanle! I am glad you will return. Thanks again, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
   

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   Raymond VIP

   Chicago4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 7, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A trip to 501 Local never disappoints. It was the best way to celebrate our anniversary. We love the food, service, and atmosphere. It continues to be one of our favorite places to go.
   

   501 LocalResponded on April 10, 2025

   Hi Raymond, Thanks for your review. We are coming up on our 5th year anniversary on May 29th. With your continued support, we hope we can get to another 5 years. Thanks Again, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
   

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   David VIP

   Chicago15 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 6, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Great food. Great drinks. Easy vibe. Great night out!
   

   501 LocalResponded on April 10, 2025

   Hi David, Thank you for writing a review on OpenTable! We are very lucky to have a great staff including our chef. Easy Vibe....I like that. Thanks, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
   

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   Jean

   Chicago160 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 4, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   The food and very good but the entrees were somewhat overpriced for what they were. Good service relaxing ambiance.
   

   501 LocalResponded on April 10, 2025

   Hi Jean, Thank you for writing a review on OpenTable! I'm glad you liked your service and we definitely have a relaxing atmosphere. That's really the vibe we strive for. Thanks again! Kindly, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
   

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   Lawrence

   Chicago3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 4, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Wonderful dining experience. As always, food was exceptional, from apps through dessert. Noise level was high, but room was full. Ibrahim, our waiter, was top notch. A little harried, given the crowd size, but overall very good. Thanks for an enjoyable evening!
   

   501 LocalResponded on April 10, 2025

   Hi Lawrence, Thank you for reviewing us on OpenTable! I appreciate all of your comments. Ibrahim is a keeper, for sure. We have a great staff and our chef is top-notch. Thanks again, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
   

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    Lynn VIP

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5

    Love this restaurant. Food is consistently good, as is service. Ambience is great. 
    

    501 LocalResponded on April 2, 2025

    Hi Lynn, Thank you for the praise! Thank you for rating us on OpenTable as well. We try our best to ensure that each guest is well attended to. I'll also pass your note to our chef. Thanks again. Kindly, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
    

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