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SIFR Chicago Reviews
Great food and the vibe inside is refined yet unpretentious.
We had a delightful server and opted for the tasting menu. We thoroughly enjoyed all of it and the price was one of the more reasonable tasting menus we've had in Chicago, especially given the quality of the food. I'll be going back to also
edgard was the best server and recommended the mezze,
edgard was the best server and recommended the mezze, fatoush salad, & cauliflower !! incredible food and incredible hospitality. the sticky date is also a must! Nigam was a classy host who expertly poured the caramel over the cake. AND they also
Persian delight
Our waiter Will, made our evening. We felt welcomed, appreciated, and genuinely cared for. Descriptions and recommendations for what to drink, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, along with food choices were offered. We started with the heirloom tomato
I was looking for a rooftop that could deliver great drinks
I was looking for a rooftop that could deliver great drinks and small plates, and a friend had recommended Sifr. We went on a Sunday, and it did not disappoint. The plating was beautiful, the drinks were phenomenal, and the food was exactly at the le
Loved this place.
As a vegetarian it's really exciting to try new mezze or just have really good versions of my favorites. Pita was delicious. Had the tomato dish that was so different and gave me a new taste palate. The drinks were incredible and would definitel
The main dining room was pretty loud, but we snagged a
The main dining room was pretty loud, but we snagged a table on the rooftop and it was wonderful! Definitely recommend the rooftop when the weather's nice. The food really elevated this experience. Everything we ordered was delicious, especially
Highlights 1) Great Food 2) Easy to Make a Reservation
Highlights 1) Great Food 2) Easy to Make a Reservation 3) Rooftop Dining Dined at aside for the first time tonight and it was great! We made a reservation about 2 days in advance online and I am glad we had one as the restaurant did get busy pret
Torn between two lovers feeling like a fool.
Beautiful space with below average service. Tasty inventive cocktails that don't get you buzzed. Bottom line get some apps and some sides and a lot of bread. The entrees were not only a rip off but mis-represented and not worthwhile. 2 Prawn
The visit was somewhat disappointing.
We liked the menu and ordered our favorite food. It came really fast and now I know why. They actually pre-cooked their food and when it's ordered - they just arranged it on a plate. All three meals were luke-warm, and pilaf was not even warm. T
Overall -- I think Sifr was good, but not great (a solid 3.
5 stars). I did enjoy their rooftop and the downstairs dining room is cute. Our waiter was friendly and made recommendations which weren't the most expensive items on the menu which I always appreciate. But he did suggest we get one more item an
My husband and I chose this place for our anniversary
My husband and I chose this place for our anniversary dinner because of their outdoor terrace. The restaurant left a voicemail 30 minutes before our reservation to say they weren't going to open the terrace because there weren't enough rese
Went for happy hour and everything was great.
I got the lamb burger which comes with a side of pickled veggies. I also got the pita and humus which I recommend.
I came to SIFR for a Time Left dinner--sat down with five
I came to SIFR for a Time Left dinner--sat down with five complete strangers and left calling them friends. The whole evening was unforgettable, and SIFR played a huge role in making it so. First off, the atmosphere is stunning. The interior has thi
Incredible experience from beginning to end.
The beverages were outstanding in presentation and flavor combinations. The food was equally satisfying. The dishes were satisfying to the eyes, nose, and palate. The ingredients were fresh and the food options were plentiful. Great variety of meat/
The tasting menu was DIVINE.
I'm thoroughly impressed. Kudos to the chef. Service was amazing as well!
Delightful experience.
Sophisticated flavors and lovely portions, just enough to enjoy, but not go overboard. Our server was very helpful and friendly. Will be back to try the rest of the menu!
Sifr is a vibe and rightfully placed on the Michelin guide!
Sifr is a vibe and rightfully placed on the Michelin guide! A gorgeous dreamy-scape (especially upstairs), with beautiful flowers and views of the nearby skyscrapers. Firstly, I had a reservation for Friday evening and had an emergency and was unab
Sifr Mediterranean restaurant here in the River North
Sifr Mediterranean restaurant here in the River North section of Chicago is serving some of the most advanced and creative Middle Eastern cuisine I've had since moving here 3 years ago. Not only is the food pretty, it's unbelievably delicio
amazing hummus
Rough start with the service but got better. We had a diner that wasn't feeling well due to hunger but they wouldn't let us order just one dish to help her feel better while we looked at the menu. We were told we had to order everything a
I wouldn’t go back
Disappointed to say the least. Overall I give the place a C. The hummus was ok but the prawns and cauliflower left a lot to be desired. Unimpressed also when waiter came up to me and told me to not order from wait staff but just him because it’s to
Restaurant week experience worked well!
It was great ambience and staffs were friendly. We visited during the restaurant week and got a taste of their best dishes at a reasonable price. The chicken and lamb kebabs were delicious. We also loved the hummos. People were ordering extras to tak
An excellent choice for Restaurant Week!
An excellent choice for Restaurant Week! This was easily one of the best dining experiences we had. Every dish showcased incredible creativity and bold, unforgettable flavors. The service was outstanding, thanks to Sourabh, who made our visit even mo
Nice people
Overpriced (18$ for charred carrots). The food is fresh, and good (not great), the ambiance/comfort is average. 4% "surcharge" very much not appreciated.
Wish It Were Quieter
Delicious and creative food, but way too noisy! Pop jazz playing at an extremely high volume prevented an easy flow of conversation at our table. Sad to say we won't be going back.
Great food. Weak drinks.
The food was delicious. We really enjoyed the wide range in the Middle Eastern dishes. Each of the mezze was superb as were the entrees. The exceptions were grilled chicken which was mid and the rice pudding dessert which was not good. Our only real
Modern Middle Eastern
Sifr (pronounced SEE-fr), a “modern” Middle Eastern food passion project from 2 Indian chefs. The room is handsomely designed with high ceilings, soft colors, large pierced brass light fixtures and a pleasing array of ceramic pots on shelves al
Food was nice for our to go meal
We ordered a meal to go while having a drink at the bar, and the service from all staff was friendly. Our food was also good when we got home, and the atmosphere for sit in diners looked nice.
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Let's say Peter has a great morning and decides to take his three friends to SIFR Chicago at 6 PM the same day.
He checks the restaurant's website and sees that no reservations are available. He then looks at the SIFR Chicago page on AppointmentTrader, but finds that there are no user postings either.
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Peter can place a bid on AppointmentTrader, which serves as a reward for any community member who chooses to work on securing the reservation. AT then notifies experienced users who may be able to help.
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1.) Setting a Reward (Bid)
* AppointmentTrader uses historical data to recommend a reasonable reward amount for securing a reservation - let's say $100.
* Peter really wants to go, so he increases the bid (or reward) to $200.
* At this stage, the reservation does not exist yet.
2.) A Community User Picks Up the Bid
* FluffyStar64, an experienced AT user, has a strong track record of successfully securing reservations and low refund requests, they receive a notification about Peter's $200 bid.
* FluffyStar64 picks up the bid, meaning they will now work on securing the reservation.
* Peter can now talk to FluffyStar64 for any questions Peter may have as FluffyStar64 user fills the bid.
3.) Finding the Reservation
* FluffyStar64 now uses their connections at SIFR Chicago to secure the table.
* If they successfully get the 6 PM table for four, Peter receives a confirmation that the reservation has been secured.
* If FluffyStar64 fails to secure the reservation, the bid is returned to the pool so another user can try.
4.) Payment & Protection
* Once the reservation is secured, FluffyStar64 receives the $200 reward which is credited to FluffyStar64's AT balance, where users manage their own funds and can withdraw via available payout options such as bank transfer, PayPal, or Zelle.
* Peter can now enjoy the dinner with his friends at SIFR Chicago!
* As with all transactions on AT, disputes and no-show fees are handled through the platform's community-driven resolution system. Users with a strong track record are incentivized to fulfill bids successfully, and community members can report issues to maintain trust in the marketplace.
