Taste 222

The best time of day is happy hour and Taste 222 is offering a great happy hour option in the west loop.Mon - Fri, from 4pm-6pm, you can enjoy happy hour food and drink deals and their patio is open as well! What I tried: Vegetarian Empanadas Hand cut truffle friesDeviled eggsFirecracker shrimpKorean bbq wingsHonorable mention to the Kurveball BBQ Lemonade. This drink was made with Kurveball BBQ flavored whiskey! It's definitely one of the more unique drinks I've had flavor wise; you gotta try it!They also have a DOPE EVENT SPACE that you can use; it's SO NICE and SPACIOUS! It's available for rental and they're taking holiday bookings for the space currently! Add this spot to your happy hour stops in Chicago and tell em that Bri from Planes and Plates sent you! Enjoy!

Sometimes it's hard to find value at upscale and nice restaurants in Chicago. Either the food is good, but too expensive or the portions are just too small. Taste 222 draws that fine line between price and value. It's located on the Eastern edge of the West Loop, so you would expect prices that are too high for what you are getting, but this is not the case. First, the food is amazing. Of all the dishes I tried when I visited with my wife, father and mother my favorites were the steak fites, cornbread and the peanut butter mousse pie. The cornbread was just enough to get the meal started and had a hint of an unexpected spicy kick. The steak of the steak frites was perfectly cooked the frites were amazing, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Then, the peanut butter mousse pie was insanely good. I love the combo of peanut butter and chocolate, so this was the perfect dessert for me. This dessert is a must order. The mousse was so creamy and flavorful. If you love peanut butter and chocolate this is the one for you. Second, the value is amazing. Most, if not all of the main dishes and handhelds were $20 or less. While the portions are smaller than other restaurants, each dish would be enough to fill me up. Third, the service was great. Our server was friendly and our food came out fast and hot.In sum, this spot needs to be on your list.

I have been to this place for numerous events as well as lunch and dinner and it never disappoints! Service is usually on point as well as the food! They have a very nice happy hour as Korean wings, sliders as well as truffle fries are some of the goodies on the menu. Drinks are always on point as well especially their old fashioned and manhattans. As I mentioned I have been here for several events and speaking engagements so they can accommodate certain things depending on what you're trying to do. Dope space!

Came here for a work lunch and was pleasantly surprised. The interior is decorated very nicely and the AC felt great on such a hot day. I opted for the Kale Salad with plant protein since there weren't many vegetarian options. Although the salad didn't look like anything special, it was surprisingly delicious. We had great service throughout although the music was on rather loudly so we had trouble hearing each other talk at some points.

Stopped here before a dinner reservation with a friend to grab a cocktail. I was tempted to try something off their happy hour menu but I didn't want to spoil my dinner. I really like the vibe of this place and that fact that it's sort of tucked away. We both got the cosmo and it was delicious. Will definitely be back for a happy hour.

I haven't been here in two years. Stopped by on a train trip from Washington State to New York. I thought, I could get fast food, I could get something basic. No. I went for the soul. I headed straight to Taste 222. I walked in, my backpack on, probably looking like a dingy little white kid that got lost in a target. I took some pictures, walked around looking at the amazing scenery. I was in Chigago! I went up to the bar and sat there with a big grin. The staff greeted me with absolute glee. From Washington, they said! Wow! What made you come out here? Your partner? Wow! That's amazing. I told them to give me their choice, something with meat! Anything with steak. The man said "I gochu" and told me he's get me a prime rib salad. He asked.if there was anything I wanted special with it, and I stopped him, and said "make it the way you'd make it." He was so excited. I chatted with them while I waited for my prime rib salad. I was starving, almost 4 days on a train would do that to a person. They hooked me up with the finest steak I have ever had the pleasure of tasting. I couldn't dine in because it was still COVID time, but it was a well-needed interaction for all of us I'm sure. I wonder if they still remember me at all! (C'mon guys, little queer kid, sweaty, backpack, hard to forget!) I went out on the sidewalk and SCARFFED that.

Great spot on the north end of the loop. I work nearby and this spot is a staple and go to for lunches and after work get togethers. I love their Kale salad, it's delicious and so large and filling. Their shrimp n grits is also delish. Price point is reasonable. No entree is over $30. They also have a great happy hour from like 4-6pm that includes wings, mussels, fries, chicken sliders, devil eggs and I have not had a bad entree. Drinks are on point as well. During happy hour they have a $7 you call it and $6 red and white wines that I love, especially their Sauvignon Blanc. Service is always great, especially the tall young man with the dreads. Ambiance is so sexy classy. The spot is not big but big enough. Nice and intimate. They play great music. The vibe is just all around great. They host a lot of political and business functions in their back room. I believe the owner is the former AA CEO of McDonald's if I'm not mistaken and he has cool innovative and futuristic server robot machines that bring you your food. I've never seen this in action in a restaurant before, only on tv, but they have it here. Come check them out for yourself. You will not be disappointed.

I came for Chicago restaurant week lunch and everything was tasty. I had a kale salad and the dressing was so good and sweet. For the main course i had the fried catfish and fries... fries were a bit over cooked but the fish was fried perfectly. The star of the afternoon was the desert. A peanut butter mousse pie, it had the oreo cookie crust and toffee crumbles on top. Soooooo yummy.

Taste 222 offers a delightful experience with its unique blend of cocktails and light bites. Being black-owned adds an extra layer of charm to this Chicago gem. The intimate setting and carefully curated menu make it a perfect spot for a relaxed evening of flavors and camaraderie. Whether you're in the mood for a crafted cocktail or a savory bite, Taste 222 delivers a memorable experience that goes beyond the ordinary.

Taste 222 is a gem! The decor strikes the perfect balance between cute and upscale, creating a cozy vibe that feels both stylish and inviting. The service was top-notch--attentive and welcoming from the moment I walked in. The menu is super affordable, which is a pleasant surprise for such a chic spot. My favorites were the deviled eggs, which were absolutely delicious, and the peanut butter mousse pie--an absolute must-try! If you're looking for great food, a warm atmosphere, and a place that won't break the bank, Taste 222 is the place to be!