Shallots Bistro — Restaurant in Niles Township

I have gone to Shallot's every year pretty much for the past 9 years because the big radiology meeting is in Chicago every year after Thanksgiving, so I have seen the restaurant change over the years. This year I was blown away with the changes. If you haven't been to Shallots since they changed chefs in the past year, then you haven't seen what they have now on the menu. There is no comparison. The sushi is AMAZING!! I mean I have eaten the best sushi in the NYC area from Sushi Metsuyan, China Glatt and Prime Grill, (and Fumio in Livingston) and in my opinion this is at the absolute top, on par with the very best. I found it no more pricey than the best NYC restaurants, and well worth it. Service and ambience were lovely, a great place to bring business dinners. The rest of the meat menu looked tantalizing, but the sushi was so good and so varied I chose to eat only sushi. My friends' steaks looked absolutely awesome, though. The spider sushi flambe was spectacular in both taste and presentation. The Japanese nachos were very tasty and interesting, unlike anything I've ever tasted, and I am a fan of unique dishes. Desserts were great. Even the tea was great, the way they serve it in individual teapots which they refill. Hard to imagine a fancier menu than what they now have. I can't wait to go back. Used to be I could never get any kosher sushi in Chicago, now they have some of the best anywhere. Even if you are not a sushi lover like me, the meat and fish dishes are really varied and intricate, and impressive. This restaurant is not overpriced, it is on par with regular expensive restaurants and the quality far exceeds the price in my opinion. Go ahead and treat yourself once in a while, it is...

A Culinary Masterpiece: Exquisite Beef Wellington

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing the epitome of culinary excellence at shallots. Words can hardly encapsulate the divine delight that was their Beef Wellington. As a seasoned food enthusiast, I've traversed the (kosher) gastronomic landscape far and wide, yet never have I encountered a dish as sublime as this.

From the moment the plate graced our table, it was evident that this was no ordinary Beef Wellington. The golden-brown pastry shell, flawlessly crimped and glistening, hinted at the delectable treasure hidden within.

Upon slicing through the delicate crust, I was met with a succulent medley of flavors. The tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef, perfectly cooked to medium-rare perfection, nestled amidst a symphony of earthy mushrooms and rich, aromatic duxelles. Each bite was a harmonious fusion of textures and tastes, leaving me utterly spellbound.

But what truly elevated this Beef Wellington to legendary status was the chef's meticulous attention to detail. Every component was executed with precision and finesse, culminating in a culinary masterpiece that transcended mere sustenance.

As I savored each exquisite morsel, I couldn't help but marvel at the chef's ingenuity and dedication. This was not just a meal; it was an experience—an unforgettable journey through the realms of taste and indulgence.

To the chef behind this culinary triumph, I extend my sincerest gratitude. You have not only created the best Beef Wellington I've ever had the pleasure of tasting, but you have also crafted one of the top five dishes I've ever been served. Tonight, you should go home with your head held high, knowing that you have left an indelible mark on my palate and...

High class, expensive Steakhouse and sushi kosher restaurant. Three of us all had steaks and they were wonderful. Thick, juicy, tender. However the service left an awful lot to be desired, especially when you're paying $70 to $110 for a main course. Perhaps it's because of a shortage of workers due to covid but it was really poor.

The busboy who brought our dinners didn't know which one was which. After he left we noticed we didn't get any steak knives and had to ask for them a few minutes later when we were finally able to flag someone. Then we noticed that they didn't bring anything for the sweet potatoes. Being a kosher restaurant we would have expected them to bring margarine automatically. Again it took a while to get someone to assist. When it came time for desert, the waiter took our orders but neglected to ask if any of us wanted coffee or tea. I had to ask him for coffee.

It was our friend's birthday and they brought her dessert with a wonderful sparkler in it and a really cute lighted Happy Birthday sign. Many restaurants will comp a birthday dessert but Shallots does not which is ok with me. However, charging an extra $3 for the sparkler seemed incredibly cheap and chintzy of them. They also automatically added a 20% service charge to the bill and then had a section at the bottom of the bill asking if we wanted to add additional tip. Given the level of service received I absolutely would not have given even 20%. They didn't deserve it.

When leaving the manager asked how our dinner was. I wasn't actually going to even say anything but our birthday friend spoke up and I added in my comments as well. His reaction? One of those, sorry but not sorry, like it or leave it, that's the way it...