Bar David

I'd been wanting to visit Bar David for a while and was happy to finally get a chance to do so on a summer weekday afternoon. The interior decor is lush but minimalist; the property itself is an ultra modern slice of a neighborly, historic campus. (The bathrooms are really nice and sleek.)I dined inside and was warmly greeted. In advance of my server arriving, the hostess offered me still or sparkling water. I chose sparkling (and was charged $6 for a 20-something oz bottle of Perrier). When my server appeared, I ordered a cocktail and the burger. She told me they were out of burgers, unfortunately, but would go check with the kitchen. She came back and said the burgers had come in. (...) Not long after that, she brought my burger. Still no drink though. When I reminded her about the drink, she remembered what I ordered (The Glasswing) but had apparently failed to put the order in at the bar. She also forgot to ever bring me the wifi code I requested that she said she would bring me "on a card."The burger came out too quickly, which made me think it wasn't fresh. The bun was freshly grilled, soft and warm; the burger consisted of two thin patties, a layer of melted cheese, caramelized onions, extra mayo (that I didn't ask for), and a handful of arugula. The fries were well seasoned and tasty. But I couldn't help thinking that this $21 burger wasn't fresh off the grill. Everything seemed, perhaps, pre-cooked, and reheated.My drink finally came. It was purple. And unremarkable. Kind of like pre-made, spiked Kool-Aid. ($15)My bill was $46 (one entree + one cocktail + one sparkling water) without tip.The setting is sleek and beautiful. The service was pleasant (if slow), but not on par with the setting or with what one expects from finer establishments. The servers seemed unpolished and struggled with pacing, which was surprising because it was not busy when I went. They were also dressed as if they worked at any campus eatery--dusty black polos, sneakers, etc; it would make more sense for the OPTICS of the establishment if they wore white shirts and black bottoms.Overall, it's a good addition to Hyde Park because we still need every type of restaurant, but it was unremarkable. Might be a pretty place to meet friends or colleagues, or to go on a first date (the music was upbeat, soft hip-hop). But I would keep expectations low and plan to spend $$$.

Bar David is a go-to spot on UChicago's campus for a work lunch. It's modern and upscale, with a range of shareable Mediterranean dishes. The restaurant is right off 60th near the law school and you can usually find free street parking or easily walk from campus. The restaurant is not very big, so it's worth making a reservation to secure a table in case you happen to go on a busy day. There is also a small patio space but I think the indoor space was cuter. They also have a free coat check! Bar David has a full bar but also has coffee and tea. They have a lot of vegetarian dishes, a couple of vegan dishes, and some gluten free dishes. We ordered the roasted broccoli, tuna crudo, burrata flatbread, and the eggplant and squash tagine. Everything came out quickly and was great. It was filling yet the food still felt light and healthy. The broccoli is surprisingly good and worth a try - it's seasoned so well! The tuna was incredibly tender, and the tagine was warm and full of different textures and flavors. The flatbread might have been the star of the show with the generous heapings of burrata and pesto. The only issue was how small the table was compared to how many dishes we had! But we made it work.

First off I was drawn to Bar David while walking to breakfast. The decor caught my eyes as we walked by. We decided to go in after being out for the day. A little pre-gaming before a concert if you will. The bartender...I don't remember her name...was welcoming, engaging, and knowledgeable. I mentioned I like Manhattans and she made a suggestion that was spot on. The decor was clean and inviting. We had the hummus and pita and I had a DELICIOUS cocktail. All just right to get our evening started. To think the decor is what drew us in but the food and drinks were just as AMAZING!

Came to this kind of new bar and grill in Hyde Park convenient for anyone to get to if around the University of Chicago. It has a pretty classy yet casual atmosphere, whether it be at breakfast or later. Bar David has healthier options than a typical bar, and it's certainly not a typical one as it's also open at breakfast. Get some juices and toast early. Then go again later and get some cocktails and sandwiches or whatever. Breakfast was what they served the first time I came here. It was a bit before one of the museums opened and we were eating something before going to it. This was a nearby option. Healthy choices abound on the menu. This isn't like a normal bar, but more like a restaurant. Bottled juices are $7 and you can get stuff to go. The Trim And Tasty is apples, carrots, and grapefruit, having a sweetness and tartness. As for the food it has plenty at breakfast. We got the Avocado Toast. It's $11, which is the only bad thing about it. This has nice presentation with cherry tomatoes, herbs, and radish. Good but kind of expensive. It's one of the classier places around here but it still has a pretty casual feel. This is located close to UC buildings so it's kind of hard to find but it's okay for breakfast or lunch though.

Bar David is a nice place with an upscale feeling ambiance. I had a caramel latte there at first and it was delicious! Later in the day I had a pepperoni flatbread. The pepperoni was good as was the sauce, albeit it was a tad bit too saucy for my liking. I washed it down with a plum brandy with bourbon drink - a nice semi-sweet compliment to my meal.

I had a lovely dinner here the other night! Bar David is a brand new chic and sophisticated spot in Hyde Park. The decor is absolutely beautiful. Currently, it's open Tues- Fri from 7am to 8pm. There is ample parking on the street if you decide to drive here.For dinner we tried an assortment of items, the whipped cod brandade dip, charcuterie & cheese, and steak frites were delicious. By the time we were done eating we were just too full for dessert but we did look at the dessert menu and the options sounded delightful. I am looking forward to going back there very soon. Check it out if you want a lovely dining experience!

I have a friend who likes to hang out here; I agreed to meet her for an afternoon drink. I was extremely late and was sure she'd have gotten there before me, but as it turned out she was even later. Confident of finding her, I had walked through the place, looking around; I returned to the front desk area (of the restaurant, not the building) and explained that I was meeting a friend who didn't appear to be there. With all the graciousness of a middle school hall monitor, someone told me I should have checked with the hostess, who could have informed me that no one was waiting for me, but that I had looked like I knew what I was doing. I asked blankly who the hostess was; she said she was. I said I'd wait in the lobby and sort it out. If I'm paying these absurd prices (for weak, overly sweet drinks and boring food; the chief flavor in the mezzes seemed to be salt), I'd prefer not to have to deal with this kind of aggro. I'm done with this place; next time I'm looking for hospitality on Woodlawn Avenue I will take myself to Jimmy's Woodlawn Tap. This is the second time in six months that the social relations at a pretentious Hyde Park restaurant have reminded me that the only places you can be sure of a friendly reception are Jimmy's, the Falcon Inn (especially on Tanya's watch), and the Cove, all of which are our beloved local dive bars.I do have to say that the servers themselves were lovely--attentive, friendly, willing to check if they didn't know the answer to something.

Waygu burger......I asked to speak to the chef but he was too busy making more of these. One of the best burgers I've ever had . Top 5Focaccia bread with whipped feta-

Came in during a semi busy lunch. Pretty empty, food took way too long to come. For salads / ahi bowls. Service was good. Ambiance was tranquil.

Food is mediocre but service is nice Great ambience The steak taste really bad too fatty and cannot cut using the knife