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Chicago | S.K.Y. Fall New Menu Review

Had a post-sick day meal with my partner on Qixi Festival 💐 Ambience: Minimalist, cool-toned modern decor—visually on point, but acoustically a disaster. The raw industrial style causes too much sound reflection, making it overwhelmingly loud. Basic sound absorption would really help.😊😍 Dishes: Hamachi Crudo – Just okay, missing a hint of acidity. The crispy rice wasn’t crispy enough; if it didn’t catch the chili oil, it’d stick awkwardly to your tongue. Lobster Dumplings – Good! The sauce is classic French—rich, warm, slightly spicy, complementing the lobster’s sweetness. Mint in the herbs stood out, refreshing and balancing. Downsides: herbs were roughly chopped, and a slight fishy aftertaste lingered.💕😘 Maitake Mushroom Salad – Overhyped. Bottom layer: red wine vinegar. Top: fried maitake, goat cheese, avocado, red pepper. Fried in animal fat—nice aroma and texture—but the mushrooms lacked seasoning. Without salt, they tasted bland. Teppan Pork Offal – The star of the night! Wrap sticky rice and offal in seaweed, dipped in yuzu ponzu—bright and tangy. Generous portion, Filipino-inspired but French-based. Offal wasn’t gamey at all, more about balancing fat and texture. Topped with pickled onions, chives, and chili—layered and delicious.😁😘 Foie Gras Rice Bowl – Very disappointing. Individual elements were well-prepared: charred broccoli, buttered mushrooms, pickled radish, toasted seaweed. But the foie gras portion was tiny, and the Korean chili sauce tasted cheap, like straight from a supermarket. Why not make a gochujang-inspired French sauce instead?👍😊 French Onion Soup Braised Short Rib – Same old issue: the beef itself lacked seasoning. Yes, the caramelized onions and broth had flavor, but uncoated parts tasted plain. Had to “bathe” the meat in sauce before eating. Side of creamed spinach (P11) was solid and generous. Summary: Around $100 per person. At this price point, the technical skill and creativity are strong, and details aren’t sloppy. But the biggest flaw: underseasoning at the core. Left me nodding at times, scratching my head at others. #FineDining #RestaurantRecommendations #Chicago #ChicagoFood #ChicagoLife #ChicagoEats

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Chicago | S.K.Y. Fall New Menu Review

Had a post-sick day meal with my partner on Qixi Festival 💐 Ambience: Minimalist, cool-toned modern decor—visually on point, but acoustically a disaster. The raw industrial style causes too much sound reflection, making it overwhelmingly loud. Basic sound absorption would really help.😊😍 Dishes: Hamachi Crudo – Just okay, missing a hint of acidity. The crispy rice wasn’t crispy enough; if it didn’t catch the chili oil, it’d stick awkwardly to your tongue. Lobster Dumplings – Good! The sauce is classic French—rich, warm, slightly spicy, complementing the lobster’s sweetness. Mint in the herbs stood out, refreshing and balancing. Downsides: herbs were roughly chopped, and a slight fishy aftertaste lingered.💕😘 Maitake Mushroom Salad – Overhyped. Bottom layer: red wine vinegar. Top: fried maitake, goat cheese, avocado, red pepper. Fried in animal fat—nice aroma and texture—but the mushrooms lacked seasoning. Without salt, they tasted bland. Teppan Pork Offal – The star of the night! Wrap sticky rice and offal in seaweed, dipped in yuzu ponzu—bright and tangy. Generous portion, Filipino-inspired but French-based. Offal wasn’t gamey at all, more about balancing fat and texture. Topped with pickled onions, chives, and chili—layered and delicious.😁😘 Foie Gras Rice Bowl – Very disappointing. Individual elements were well-prepared: charred broccoli, buttered mushrooms, pickled radish, toasted seaweed. But the foie gras portion was tiny, and the Korean chili sauce tasted cheap, like straight from a supermarket. Why not make a gochujang-inspired French sauce instead?👍😊 French Onion Soup Braised Short Rib – Same old issue: the beef itself lacked seasoning. Yes, the caramelized onions and broth had flavor, but uncoated parts tasted plain. Had to “bathe” the meat in sauce before eating. Side of creamed spinach (P11) was solid and generous. Summary: Around $100 per person. At this price point, the technical skill and creativity are strong, and details aren’t sloppy. But the biggest flaw: underseasoning at the core. Left me nodding at times, scratching my head at others. #FineDining #RestaurantRecommendations #Chicago #ChicagoFood #ChicagoLife #ChicagoEats

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