501 Local

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

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   Edward VIP

   Chicago606 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   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!
   

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   Harry VIP

   Chicago2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   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 3 days ago

   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 6 days ago

   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 3 days ago

   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 7 days ago

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

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

   501 LocalResponded 3 days ago

   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 VIP

   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 3 days ago

   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 3 days ago

   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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   Emanuel VIP

   Chicago23 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on March 29, 2025

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

   We have generally enjoyed 501Local in the past. However this visit was marred by slow service although the server was pleasant. Time from order to food delivery was prolonged. This although the restaurant was not very busy. Guacamole came warm as if placed under a heat lamp. Portions were large. Overall a nice casual place. Will probably give it another chance.
   

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   Patty VIP

   Chicago5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 19, 2025

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

   501 Local never disappoints. Great food, friendly professional staff, easy to park. A great neighborhood restaurant!
   

   501 LocalResponded on March 20, 2025

   Hi Patty, Thank you for the kind words! All the stars aligned when we found this location. Thanks again. Best, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
   

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    TJ VIP

    Chicago11 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

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

    Normally, our experience at 501 Local has been wonderful. Unfortunately, this time it was not. The kitchen seemed to have a bad night. Our appetizer was delivered slow (almost 25 minutes after ordering). We were not brought any side plates for the appetizer until 10 minutes later. Then our table was cleared along with cutlery and not replaced when our food was delivered about 15 minutes later. My ordered side of truffle fries was also not included. Then we waited nearly 25 minutes for my truffle fries when we almost done with our meal. Hopefully, this was a one-time bad night as we plan to still come to one of our favorite restaurants.
    

    501 LocalResponded 3 days ago

    TJ, Im sorry I dont have your email. What is it to send the gift card? Thanks! mark
    

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