I chose River Roast to celebrate my birthday because of its view of the Chicago River. The experience itself was truly salvaged by our server. Mostly because i didnt have a true understanding of their menu. I had selected a menu item prior to coming in. From their lunch menu. You know how it is when you've got your mind set on something specific... Well when our server let me know there's no lunch menu on Saturday - i was clearly disappointed. The brunch menu basically offers breakfast options with a couple of exceptions. The server said he'd see if he could work something out with his manager (no dice) and attempted to take my drink order. I'd seen something interesting on the 'specials' menu upstairs, but it apparently was for a special event the night before. The server had to check to see if i could order it (No luck again) I opted for something else for the drink and my lunch. Poor guy brought the drink that wasn't made quite right, but with a smile and a determined spirit quickly got it corrected. I apologized several times for being so much trouble and he light heartedly joked with me about how it was ok because it was my birthday. The food came and it was presented beautifully. I would have preferred my original choice, but it's completely my fault for not being clear on the weekend choices. By the end of the meal the server told me for my birthday I'd receive key lime pie, on the house - but handed me the dessert menu and told me i could ask for something different if I'd like (its like he knew me... lol) I requested the chocolate cheesecake and he made it happen. The manager came and greeted me and thanked me for coming to celebrate with them. The bus boy even wished me happy birthday in Spanish. Even though the decision to go to River Roast had all the ingredients of being a disaster our server made every single effort possible to make my experience special. So, to the management - give Kyle the employee of the month parking space or a raise or a simple thank you. Because its people like Kyle who keep your customers coming back. And to those thinking of heading out for a great view and some good food, be sure to ask to be seated in Kyle's section. He'll do a great job!

Fabulous meal. Great service. Amazing view. What more could you ask for? The key lime pie was the best i have ever had and i have it every birthday. The tenderloin was melt in yiur mouth delicious. Go.