Hobnob in Chicago
Saturday, August 09, 2003
Reminds me of an established dining experience from the early 1900s, typical large room filled with boisterous upper class patrons satisfying them selves on well prepared fine cuisine and substantial wines, while smoking the most expensive cigars available. I had the Spinach salad and the Farm Raised Salmon both of which were excellent, but nothing special when compare to other fine establishments. The service is decent depending on the size of your group as the servers know who will tip appropriately and cater to those they think will. My date and I were well satisfied with the meal overall. Mortons is a poor choice if large rooms filled with excessive conversation, smoke and affluent are ubiquitously, which makes it great for the affluent wanting to hobnob or yuppies wanting to dine like their folks and impress their friends. So, plan to spend some money while you hobnob with the elite.
Pros: Excellent Choices, Period Atmosphere, Sophisticated
Cons: Mediocre service, Excessive Pricing, Crowded