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Felix Modern American Dining
Master Critic Review
Felix Modern American Dining
7.9
Felix Modern American Dining is a newer Clark Street restaurant pairing elevated comfort dishes with cocktails, a DJ, and a structured weekday happy hour. It’s especially useful for groups and coworkers who want shareable starters, decent vegetarian options, and a livelier atmosphere than a traditional sit-down spot.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crab Rangoon, Elote Salad, Margherita Flatbread
Scores:
Value: 7.2
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 7.4
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 8.7
Cultural Relevance: 6.5
What makes it special: Modern American comfort dishes, cocktails, and DJ energy near Wrigley.
Who should go: Friends or coworkers wanting a livelier, sit-down happy hour.
When to visit: Monday–Friday 4–6pm to catch structured happy hour pricing.
What to order: Crab Rangoon, Elote Salad, Margherita Flatbread with cocktails.
Insider tip: Use happy hour to share starters, then extend into a full dinner.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking on Clark & side streets; expect competition during Cubs games and peak evenings; no regular valet reported.
Dress code: Smart casual — jeans are fine but most groups lean slightly dressy for night-out vibes.
Noise level: Loud during peak hours and DJ sets — conversation is possible but not ideal for quiet talks.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes without a reservation, longer on game or event nights.
Weekday lunch: N/A — typically opens late afternoon; no true lunch service most days.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — several shareable starters and salads can be ordered meat-free.
Vegan options: Limited — 1–2 items may work with modifications; confirm with server.
Gluten-free options: Partial coverage — some dishes are naturally gluten-free or modifiable, but no dedicated prep area.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for a fun, energetic date than an intimate one — the music and group energy suit casual vibes rather than quiet conversation.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Often yes on weeknights and early happy hour; expect a wait on weekends and during Cubs or neighborhood event nights.
Is it kid-friendly? Not especially — it skews adult and social, and is best for teens or older; no kids’ menu or stroller-friendly layout.
Best For
Better for: Livelier happy hour energy, shareable plates, and group-friendly pacing compared with more traditional sit-down American restaurants nearby.
Skip if: You want a quiet dinner, formal service, or extensive vegan/gluten-free offerings — a calmer bistro or dedicated dietary-focused spot will be a better fit.
Hours
Monday4pm - 9pm
Tuesday4pm - 9pm
Wednesday4pm - 10pm
Thursday4pm - 10pm
Friday4pm - 11pm
Saturday10am - 11pm
Sunday10am - 9pm