South Side Social - Oak Lawn, Illinois

South Side Social Overview

South Side Social is a popular restaurant located at 9333 S Cicero Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453. It is well-known for its fast service, great beer selection, and delightful cocktails. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this cozy and trendy eatery offers a variety of comfort food in small plates, perfect for sharing with friends or solo dining. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, with a convenient entrance, parking lot, and restroom. South Side Social also provides a bar, Wi-Fi, and a casual yet stylish atmosphere, making it ideal for groups and families. It even accepts reservations and offers happy hour specials on drinks and food. With a solid 4.1/5 rating based on 79 reviews, South Side Social has earned a strong reputation within its community.

Specialties and Features

• Delivery
• Takeout
• Dine-in
• Fast service
• Great beer selection
• Great cocktails
• Great dessert
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Solo dining
• Wheelchair accessible entrance
• Wheelchair accessible parking lot
• Wheelchair accessible restroom
• Wheelchair accessible seating
• Alcohol
• Beer
• Cocktails
• Coffee
• Comfort food
• Happy hour drinks
• Happy hour food
• Hard liquor
• Small plates
• Wine
• Breakfast
• Brunch
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Dessert
• Seating
• Bar onsite
• Restroom
• Wi-Fi

Contact Information

You can reach South Side Social by phone at 084257800 or visit their website at southsidesocialchicago.com.

👍 Reviews of South Side Social

Lulu G.

3/5

The very nice older black gentleman that seated and served us was very very kind, attentive, and polite. That morning my service and food was excellent, and we ordered the same exact meals the next day with a bad experience. The other older gentleman there with the mustache however was not very nice, told me to seat ourselves because he was busy on the phone (not a problem, I picked a table against the wall to be out of the way), refused me a to go box when we had more than half of a meal left saying they don’t do that there but brought the only other table there boxes when she asked, and would fill their waters and coffees before they were empty. But wouldn’t fill my water until towards end of the meal and only because I asked, and it was very hard to get his attention. I understand being busy or having an off day, but this is almost every interaction with this individual from the first time I called to order. He always has an attitude if I order over the phone to the room, and it has gotten to the point to where I actively avoid eating there even with our food allowance (and this being the only option with that allowance since I’m stuck at the hotel) if he picks up the phone as my quality of service and food and the interaction altogether when I go through him feels very disrespectful. I’m not a confrontational person so I don’t say anything in return to this type of treatment while it’s happening. It may have been because I was in casual clothes (sweater and joggers) early in the morning after working all night and then writing a 30 page paper before coming down for breakfast, but I didn’t exactly look homeless. I did not tip the time of bad service as they have it posted there is an automatic 20% gratuity added to all checks, but I otherwise ALWAYS tip dining in in addition to the automatic 20% charge… very disappointed for this being such a nice hotel the type of treatment I’ve received from him this week. I was going to hold off until check out to say anything or leave a review to avoid any sort of retaliation because I have to eat there for the next couple days, but today was the icing on the cake and it seems I’m going to receive bad treatment if he’s there regardless of how polite I am. Everyone else there is wonderful, and I recommend eating in as opposed to having it brought to your room as the food is much better and is always beautifully presented.

Victoria P.

5/5

My family went here for the brunch buffet on Father's Day. I got a fruit parfait, chicken and French toast, fried fish and grits, other breakfast favorites, and topped it all off with a slice of almond cheesecake (not pictured and quickly consumed). Everything was delicious, the staff were great, and this was one of the best brunches I've ever had! We will absolutely be back.

Fruitful V.

5/5

My family hosted my brother’s repast here this past Saturday. Everything was AMAZING!!!….. the food, the service, the actual seating, the atmosphere…. EVERYTHING!!! Liz, you and your staff are the BEST!!! We really appreciate you and how you handled our delicate situation from beginning to the very end!!! God Bless You!!!
Leslie and Debbie

Brian C.

5/5

If you’re in the vicinity of Oak Lawn or Evergreen Park, you will find South Side Social to be a great choice for a well-prepared meal, a relaxing drink, and friendly and attentive service. In particular, the bartenders make you feel at home — and make you a great drink! With ample parking and an easy-to-reach location, it’s my go-to spot in the area.

Tiffany H.

2/5

Place is pretty decent. The happy hour menu online does not match their menu inside the establishment. So do not expect anything you see on the happy hour menu or for the prices to match. They charge double from with the menu says for happy hour. I won't be back. U would think they at least honor their menu prices that they have posted online.

Blu_Justice

4/5

Service was awesome! Went here with my group to complete our Christmas gift exchange and it was nice! They were extremely crowded due to the fact that it was Sunday and they had a brunch buffet but everyone was very accommodating! They did not have enough seating for my entire party on the main floor so they gave us access to one of their private rooms with our own private server! It was amazing. The only I had the mango sangria and a flirtini they were both outstanding…the flirtini more so so than the mango sangria but I was impressed with both. I had an order of the fried calamari and it was seasoned to perfection. For my entree I order the south side fried chicken sandwich. I was not a fan as it was not very seasoned but the presentation was amazing. I’d return to this restaurant again.

Carla M.

4/5

Pretty good brunch buffet and you get to choose an entree. Mimosas were flowing! Barb the server was polite and made sure we were cool! Venue was clean and designed nice.

Darrin S.

1/5

Bought a pink lemonade to drink while I waited. Was charged $3 and I gave them a $3 tip and they didn’t want to give me the bottle. Lady behind bar wouldn’t budge and rolled her eyes when I asked. The guy ended up giving it to me