Next Of Kin - Evanston

Definitely a spiral downwards as Covid hit. Very expected with most restaurants but the food tasted semi seasoned some bland. Brussels tasted different and looked more fried than when I first discovered this gem. Almost burned. Didn't hit the same ! Would try again when I'm back in town but huge let down. Service was blah. Felt like a glued together front staff.

Eh, could be much better. Did not have any coke products, then they were out of lemonade after just two glasses. One of the server or bartender... no idea who he is, announced that he is going to the bathroom after I asked him to close the tab. The food was amazing, no lie. But the service.... We also ordered BLT Salad or whatever it's called with a shrimps... Shrimps only made it to our table after we ate the salad already, that is also another huge minus. I will definitely recommend that place just for the food. But if you are just like I am, looking for a great service as well as a good food(I mean yea, who doesn't like to experience a great service) that place isn't for you.

I was excited to each at this actual location, which used to be a bank along time ago. I remember the day the bank in this location was robbed without any violence, incidence or long lasting drama and in less then (65) sixty-five seconds, {which seemed like a lifetime for me}. I have not been back to this location since the chess game robbery as it was dubbed by authorities to the Chicago Sun-Times, Evanston Review, WGN and Chicago Tribune. The food was great. The managers awsume proper. The waiter we had was overwhelmed with too many tables and good rush of customers, probably more then they expected, which was cool to see happening in Downtown evanston to be honest. the waiter actually did pretty well, considering, yeah. They need to restock on sparkling water for a cool, fresh, classy like this. Imma go back and get (5) automatic.

I have visited this restaurant several times for dinner and drinks. While the food for brunch and lunch was not impressive, the dinner and drinks were better in comparison; however, the quality of the food is still subpar and the prices are high. With limited dining choices in the area, Next of Kin may be the best option if you are looking for a modern restaurant with a peaceful atmosphere.

The set up and ambiance was great. It's a good intimate date night spot for cocktails. Food was just ok. The salmon wasn't seasoned well, the potatoes were under cooked. Not sure what they are going for with menu options. Especially with the appetizers. It's kind of all over the place. Probably my first and last time going.