Elske

"We love this multi-faceted Scandinavian restaurant in the West Loop. With the option of either a $130 nine-course menu or ordering a la carte, this bright and airy spot works well for both a special occasion or something a bit more low-key. It doesn’t matter whether you’re kicking off the tasting menu with “tea of lightly smoked fruits and vegetables," sharing small plates of housemade pasta or cured fluke, or on a solo mission to eat sunflower seed parfait with bee pollen—coming here is always a great choice. Plus, they have an outdoor area with a fireplace that’s great for drinks before or after dinner." - adrian kane, john ringor, veda kilaru

"As the head of pastry at Michelin-starred Elske, an approachable Scandanavian-inspired restaurant in West Loop, Anna Posey’s desserts have never disappointed. Her desserts are more than a coda — they’re so good that may overshadow the entire meal, which may put a little pressure on her husband, the talented chef David Posey, to deliver with a set menu and a la carte options. Teaming with pastry chef T.C. Lumbar, the desserts change with the season. Currently, enjoy options like strawberry and buttermilk panna cotta with nasturtium and spices; or sunflower seed parfait with sour honey, licorice, and bee pollen." - Serena Maria Daniels

"Nominated for Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program." - Emily Venezky

"Anna and David Posey’s Scandinavian-inspired restaurant has retained its star after a few stops and starts during the pandemic, serving up the seafood-heavy set and a la carte menus that first earned it Michelin recognition in 2018." - Eater Staff

"Danish-inspired Elske in the West Loop offers seasonal booze-free drinks on its a la carte cocktail list, as well as a juice pairing to complement its set menu. Individual drinks include spirit-free Radler (NA kolsch, apple cider, ginger, lemon) and “Amaro” with cinnamon, ginger beer, and lime. Elske is temporarily closed for a winter break until February 8." - Nylah Iqbal Muhammad, Eater Staff