Community Tavern

Our first time at Community Tavern was really impressive. Exemplary service from start to finish matched with uniquely Asian inspired dishes full of flavor and great for sharing. Every single dish hit with us which is a rarity! Don’t skip the surprisingly delicious sorbet to end your meal. Absolutely worth the trek to Portage Park.

We really enjoyed our experience from start to finish. It is the little things that make all the difference. The service and team were all knowledgeable and welcoming. Specifics aspects of service that we enjoyed were the clean plates between each course. All the food was delicious. Thoughtful, well-balanced dishes marked our experience. The woman who ran a number of dishes and took the time to describe each dish was particularly genuine and we appreciated her attention to detail. Our server was fine and was indeed attentive. The blue-prawn dumplings were particularly delicious. I also greatly enjoyed the pasilla noodle. The environment was very warm and welcoming and there was a buzz of life and excitement in the facility. All the dishes, in addition to being delicious, wete beautifully presented. Cocktails were also presented nicely and perfectly balanced with some inventive combinations. The mezcal cocktails were very enjoyable. All told, it was awesome and we will certainly be back. Our only complaint, and I would really characterize it as more of an opportunity to improve or a less successful culinary experiment, was the pandan creme brûlée. I love creme brûlée, and when I see one on a menu, I order it, no exceptions. This version was overpowered by the pandan flavor and the custard hadn't set as much as I would have liked. Perhaps a bit less pandan would have worked better. All told with the blackberry and thai basil it was a unique and enjoyable bite, but I probably would not order this dish again... We will be back for certain. A jem of Portage Park to be sure.

We are so excited about this place, such a great find! Top #5 burger in Chicago, super delicious food, the dumplings are incredible, and loved the Dan Dan Noodles. Great service, very friendly, felt warm and inviting, and it is such a unique & delicious local spot. Will absolutely be coming back!

This is one of our favorite spots! The staff is warm, knowledgeable, and attentive-and a special shout-out to the GM Karen who always greets us so warmly. The food is consistent, creative, delicious and beautifully presented. They even surprised us with a couple of complimentary dishes today, which really made our night and gave a chance to try dishes we normally wouldn’t. Highly recommend for a date night out or to celebrate an intimate occasion.

This was such an excellent dining experience. The staff were all so kind and attentive. Never felt rushed. Wonderful cozy ambiance. The food was SO good. Amazing dumplings and noodles. Such bold and fresh Korean flavors. Loved the mezcal cocktail. Can’t wait to come back.

Absolutely love this place! The burgers are incredibly tasty — juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The staff is super friendly and welcoming, making the whole experience even better. A great spot for a casual meal with friends or family. Highly recommend checking it out!

I dined at Community Tavern in Chicago’s Portage Park neighborhood and really appreciated their bold, globally inspired menu—especially dishes like the ramp kimchi dumplings and the Community Bibimbap which were flavorful and inventive. The fried marble potatoes and BBQ pork ribs were decadent and satisfying, though a couple of plates felt a bit heavy or overly salty. The ambiance was warm and lively, with an inviting wooden bar, blue-accented walls, and a friendly energy that made the experience memorable. Overall, most dishes delivered, and it was a fun, tasty outing