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Boka Restaurant


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#84 of 4,449 restaurants in Chicago
  • Cuisines: American
  • Price range*: $31-$40
  • Neighborhood: Calumet
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3 of 5 stars
cmbassett 6 contributions
Boston MA
Jun 14, 2009

The restaurant itself is beautiful, but everything else is just okay. The service is on the pretentious side (our server took the time to "explain the menu" - I think at this point in my life I understand what appetizers and entrees are) I tried several appetizers, a salad, a fish entree and dessert. It was pretty hit or miss,... more

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4 of 5 stars
luluva 4 contributions
Virginia Beach, VA
May 31, 2009

I love going to different cities and trying out different restaurants. My husband is picky and wouldn't enjoy a tasting menu, which ruled out Alinea, L20 and some other places I was considering. I saw that Boka had beef tenderloin (which he'll definitely eat), so we tried it out. Wow! The pork belly first course was awesome! Great contrasting flavors!... more

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5 of 5 stars
SoniaBChicago 46 contributions
Apr 17, 2009

Never had a bad thing here-- always a pleasure. Go here for exciting flavors and dependable service. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Mar 1, 2009

Best dining experience in awhile -- food, staff and ambiance combined. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jan 3, 2009

Cool atmosphere. Decent food (small portions). Service is nice, but pretentious. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Oct 12, 2008

They have the yummiest mozzarella and tomato appetizer I've ever tasted. The risotto was amazing. more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Sep 23, 2008

The food is pretty good - some of the desserts were a little odd. The indoor garden area in back is nice. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Aug 16, 2008

great suprise, heard bad things then read about a kitchen change out. Man the food was great, pork cheeks exploded in your mouth. i can't recommend the desert that is taragon cake with candied fennel enough... sounds odd but man the best desert I have had in years. Fantastic.... save yourself a few bucks and go here instead of Trotters!... more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 7, 2008

Decent and somewhat predictable. more

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5 of 5 stars
P-Train 10 contributions
Chicago, Illinois
Jun 18, 2008

This is by far one of the best meals I have had in Chicago. The food keeps getting better, and the new chef was just named a Food & Wine 2008 Best New Chef. The place has a great decor and a cool modern vibe, without being sterile and too modern. The food was absolutely fantastic - flavorful, original, and... more

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Boka Restaurant Address

1729 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
Tel: (312) 337-5820
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.