Originally Posted by
Hilde
Seconded. Went to Acadia last summer myself (2 *), and my, what an experience! Tasting menu amazing, and wine pairings intriguing and original - while also featuring generous pours. My sister and her OH had been to Alinea (3 *) a while back, but thought Acadia provided a far better experience overall.
I actually just finished up dinner there. I was really impressed. Service reminded me a lot of Gramercy Tavern or Union Square Cafe - very comfortable and not stuffy at all.
I had the ~9 course menu and think that was borderline too much food. But each course was very good, just a few timing issues here and there, but I was dining solo and eat fast.
Wine list was very approachable, with many attractively priced bottles.
It's definitely someplace different from what I'm used to with Michelin 2&3 star places, very young crowd and no dress code (not saying that's bad, I went in jeans).
I would go back, but am looking forward to trying a few more of the Michelin star places here in Chicago in the next few months (Alinea in October, still figuring out September)