Maple Tree Inn

Maple Tree Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   It was a pleasant experience, great old fashioned
   

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   Mark

   Chicago2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   We celebrated my son's 40 birthday and my nephew's 34th birthday. Everything was great. The food, the service was excellent. Thank you for the beignets. This is my wife's and I go to.. we live less then 10 minutes away. Thanks for a wonderful evening. We'll be back when the weather is warm to sit on the patio.
   

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   David

   Chicago40 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   Dinner and staff are always excellent @ Maple tree. Our server, Matt was outstanding! We miss the bar experience @ the original Maple Tree in Blue Island. The mixologists @ both are great. However, guests are not allowed to sit and have a before drink at the bar anymore. Only diners eating at the bar are allowed to sit there. We had to order a drink and stand around with it, which takes away from the experience. It would be nice to have a designated cocktail area for guests waiting for their tables. It just adds to the charm of Maple Tree.
   

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   Paul10436

   Chicago14 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   Everything was perfect. Food was outstanding. Noise level perfect.
   

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   NikkiJ

   Chicago12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   The food, drinks, and dessert were amazing and very authentic to NOLA. Gina was a fantastic server. We will absolutely be back.
   

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   Angelique VIP

   Chicago50 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   My husband and I came for a date night. We love Maple Tree Inn!! Always great service, great food and cocktails. This time we tried the fried green tomatoes, skillet cornbread and burnt ends with smoked gouda grits and stewed okra. Everything was fabulous!! We also tried the drink cocktail special the spring fling which was also delicious!! I loved our waiter as well! He was funny and had a great personality. We will definitely return.
   

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner VIP

   Chicago15 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   The food was overly spicy but didn’t have much flavor. The chicken was tasty but the fish had no seasoning. The cornbread was basic and the Mac and cheese was a bit dry. The fried green tomatoes were the best thing on the menu.
   

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   Cherie

   Chicago1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   We went for my husband’s birthday and had a wonderful experience. The ambiance was great along with the food. We enjoyed the tasty Cajun jambalaya with red snapper topped with greens. The music definitely added to the experience. We will be back for sure for a date night. This place is so laid back and comfortable that a person could actually sit at the bar and just chill with a drink and laptop. I would encourage everyone to try it and don’t forget to order the banana foster bread pudding!!
   

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   Alisa

   Dallas3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 9, 2025

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

   We enjoy the food and service. The fried green tomatoes were delicious . The alcohol drinks were good but had too much ice.
   

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    Lisa

    Chicago12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

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

    I recently had the pleasure of dining at Maple Tree Inn and it was a delightful experience! The ambiance is warm and inviting, with a casual yet refined atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. The staff were attentive and friendly, enhancing the overall dining experience. To start, I ordered the Pitmaster’s Gumbo, a Creole-style dish in a traditional brown roux with okra, featuring andouille sausage, smoked chicken, pulled sparerib, and brisket. The rich flavors and hearty ingredients made it a standout starter. My boyfriend opted for the Seafood Gumbo, which included shrimp, crawfish, clams, mussels, fish, calamari, and crab in a flavorful brown roux with okra and tomatoes. Both gumbos were exceptional and showcased the depth of flavors characteristic of authentic Cajun cuisine.  For the main course, I chose the Southern Fried Catfish. The Louisiana catfish fillets were coated in seasoned flour and deep-fried to a golden brown, served with a Crystal Hot Sauce® aioli, Cajun rice, and garnished with a roasted cabbage slaw. The catfish was perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with the accompaniments complementing the dish beautifully.  My boyfriend selected the Fried Chicken, consisting of boneless chicken thighs lightly dredged and flash-fried, drizzled with honey jezebel sauce, and served with pancetta gravy, baked mac n cheese, and a pickled greens garnish. The chicken was crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and the sides provided a delightful balance of flavors.  To accompany the meal, I enjoyed one of their signature handcrafted cocktails, which was both refreshing and well-balanced. The drink menu offers a variety of options, including boutique wines on draft and an impressive selection of craft beers, ensuring there’s something for everyone. 
    

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