Penumbra

Love this place! My boyfriend and I celebrated our anniversary here and it was a wonderful experience. Staff were very friendly and kind, the food was amazing, and the restaurant had a relaxed and romantic vibe with dim lighting. We ordered the scallops for our appetizer, and we also ordered steak, shrimp, and a cheesecake for dessert. Such a wonderful spot! Highly recommend.

Love this place! My boyfriend and I celebrated our anniversary here and it was a wonderful experience. Staff were very friendly and kind, the food was amazing, and the restaurant had a relaxed and romantic vibe with dim lighting. We ordered the scallops for our appetizer, and we also ordered steak, shrimp, and a cheesecake for dessert. Such a wonderful spot! Highly recommend.

What a way to celebrate my birthday with my family. Alex was the absolute best, patient, thorough server ever. Every recommendation was cooked to perfection. Rita, the owner was so sweet and pleasant. Bar tender very professional. Entire experience was amazing

What a way to celebrate my birthday with my family. Alex was the absolute best, patient, thorough server ever. Every recommendation was cooked to perfection. Rita, the owner was so sweet and pleasant. Bar tender very professional. Entire experience was amazing

My bf surprised me with this beautiful place for Valentines. It’s literally the Best place for an intimate exclusive & romantic dinner. The ambiance was perfect. I never really eat steak but this steak house is the best! You must book and request Juan as your server he is vibes!

My bf surprised me with this beautiful place for Valentines. It’s literally the Best place for an intimate exclusive & romantic dinner. The ambiance was perfect. I never really eat steak but this steak house is the best! You must book and request Juan as your server he is vibes!

I've been here so many times and it never disappoints! The service from the minute you walk in the door is amazing. The servers are personable and attentive while the ambiance is intimate and warm. It's dimly lit by mostly table candles so it's perfect for date night but can accomodate big groups as well in the open section of their dining room. The complimentary poblano soup is creamy with just a hint of spice to make your tummy feel warm. Can't go wrong with any of their appetizers but their bocadito quesadilla is to die for! Their cocktails are tasty as well and I've never gone wrong with any of their steak entrees. Overall, definitely a hidden gem and will be back again and again!

I've been here so many times and it never disappoints! The service from the minute you walk in the door is amazing. The servers are personable and attentive while the ambiance is intimate and warm. It's dimly lit by mostly table candles so it's perfect for date night but can accomodate big groups as well in the open section of their dining room. The complimentary poblano soup is creamy with just a hint of spice to make your tummy feel warm. Can't go wrong with any of their appetizers but their bocadito quesadilla is to die for! Their cocktails are tasty as well and I've never gone wrong with any of their steak entrees. Overall, definitely a hidden gem and will be back again and again!

My fiance and I celebrated our first anniversary together here back in 2017. We love the atmosphere and the food and service is always spectacular. 6 years later, my fiance proposed at the exact table we celebrated our first anniversary. The staff made this night so memorable for us. We hold Penumbra close to our hearts. Thank you again to the staff. The night was perfect.

My fiance and I celebrated our first anniversary together here back in 2017. We love the atmosphere and the food and service is always spectacular. 6 years later, my fiance proposed at the exact table we celebrated our first anniversary. The staff made this night so memorable for us. We hold Penumbra close to our hearts. Thank you again to the staff. The night was perfect.

This isn’t my first time at Penumbra, and it definitely won’t be my last! I’ve been there for multiple occasions, like work get-togethers and birthdays. I my holiday party here last year, my staff loved it! Everyone has been back, and each time has been fantastic. Our server, Jose, whom usually takes care of me is such a vibe!!! always wonderful, attentive and friendly. The restaurant truly is a hidden gem in Logan Square, offering a warm atmosphere and delicious food. If you’re looking for a special dining experience, you have to check it out!

This isn’t my first time at Penumbra, and it definitely won’t be my last! I’ve been there for multiple occasions, like work get-togethers and birthdays. I my holiday party here last year, my staff loved it! Everyone has been back, and each time has been fantastic. Our server, Jose, whom usually takes care of me is such a vibe!!! always wonderful, attentive and friendly. The restaurant truly is a hidden gem in Logan Square, offering a warm atmosphere and delicious food. If you’re looking for a special dining experience, you have to check it out!

This is a fun little steakhouse. Chill, romantic atmosphere, Latin music, nice curated wine list and cocktails, delicious seafood and steaks. Very reasonably priced. Highly recommended for a non-pretentious but delicious night out.

This is a fun little steakhouse. Chill, romantic atmosphere, Latin music, nice curated wine list and cocktails, delicious seafood and steaks. Very reasonably priced. Highly recommended for a non-pretentious but delicious night out.

I was eager to return to Penumbra, as my experience last year was outstanding. Unfortunately, this Valentine’s visit significantly changed my perception of the restaurant. Upon arrival, we were seated at a table, but I noticed that several private dining areas, which were separated by curtains, were unoccupied. I inquired with a staff member, who kindly said she would check availability and let us know. Our server, Jose, then brought us water, and we mentioned that someone was looking into seating us in one of the private areas. He abruptly interrupted us, almost yelling that no private areas were available and that they would never accommodate such requests unless noted in the original reservation. To our surprise the lady we asked for help turned out to be the owner, Rita. She returned and cheerfully informed us that private areas were indeed available and we could be seated there with absolutely no issue. The next issue arose with my meal. I had been eagerly anticipating the shrimp dish, which I had thoroughly enjoyed my previous visit. When the dish arrived, I noticed it was missing the pineapple salsa I remembered from last time, which was still listed on the menu. When I asked Jose about this, he rudely cut me off, stating that the menu is constantly changing and that the salsa was no longer offered. His response felt extremely dismissive and uncomfortable. Lastly, as we were leaving, we noticed a table with Valentine’s Day love coupons. We took one, only to be chastised by a staff member who informed us that the policy was one coupon per table. We were disappointed that we weren’t offered one initially. After clarifying that we had only taken one, another staff member contradicted this, saying that the coupons were no longer available. In addition to all of the aforementioned issues, we noticed upon reviewing our statement that the standard tip we left had been increased without our consent. This experience was a stark contrast to what I had previously enjoyed at Penumbra and really soured what we thought was one of our favorite restaurants in Chicago. While Rita, the owner, is amazing and so kind, the behavior and attitude of the staff greatly detracted from what should have been a memorable dining experience.

I was eager to return to Penumbra, as my experience last year was outstanding. Unfortunately, this Valentine’s visit significantly changed my perception of the restaurant. Upon arrival, we were seated at a table, but I noticed that several private dining areas, which were separated by curtains, were unoccupied. I inquired with a staff member, who kindly said she would check availability and let us know. Our server, Jose, then brought us water, and we mentioned that someone was looking into seating us in one of the private areas. He abruptly interrupted us, almost yelling that no private areas were available and that they would never accommodate such requests unless noted in the original reservation. To our surprise the lady we asked for help turned out to be the owner, Rita. She returned and cheerfully informed us that private areas were indeed available and we could be seated there with absolutely no issue. The next issue arose with my meal. I had been eagerly anticipating the shrimp dish, which I had thoroughly enjoyed my previous visit. When the dish arrived, I noticed it was missing the pineapple salsa I remembered from last time, which was still listed on the menu. When I asked Jose about this, he rudely cut me off, stating that the menu is constantly changing and that the salsa was no longer offered. His response felt extremely dismissive and uncomfortable. Lastly, as we were leaving, we noticed a table with Valentine’s Day love coupons. We took one, only to be chastised by a staff member who informed us that the policy was one coupon per table. We were disappointed that we weren’t offered one initially. After clarifying that we had only taken one, another staff member contradicted this, saying that the coupons were no longer available. In addition to all of the aforementioned issues, we noticed upon reviewing our statement that the standard tip we left had been increased without our consent. This experience was a stark contrast to what I had previously enjoyed at Penumbra and really soured what we thought was one of our favorite restaurants in Chicago. While Rita, the owner, is amazing and so kind, the behavior and attitude of the staff greatly detracted from what should have been a memorable dining experience.