Siena Tavern
Restaurant · 51 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654, United States · United States
★ 4.6 on Google · 5,221 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Aug 5, 2026 · 250 reviews flagged
How this score works
The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.
- Burst
- — an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
- Low activity account
- — the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
- Duplicate text
- — the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.
Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →
Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.6★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.8★
- Flagged
- 25%
- Coverage
- 19%
All reviews shown by Google
750 examined reviews
250 of 1,000
1,000 of 5,221 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Aug 5, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Siena Tavern is a popular spot in Chicago known for its vibrant energy and extensive Italian menu, featuring standout house-made pastas and pizzas. While the majority of guests report exceptional service and delicious meals, some visitors mention high prices, additional fees, and occasional reservation or seating delays.
+ Repeated strengths
House-Made Pasta & Food Quality
Reviewers frequently praise the delicious house-made pastas, pizzas, and starters like the wagyu meatball and burrata.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2026-02-22
Every plate was beyond amazing. I went during resturants week so the portions were smaller from what they usually serve in order to try the full course. I tried a bit of the octopus and I must come back for it again! It was extremely tender...
5★ · 2026-03-23
Siena Tavern never disappoints! We were here for brunch today with family and had an amazing experience. The menu is so creative—we loved the mix of classic brunch items and their signature Italian dishes. The Giant Sticky Cinnamon Roll is...
Exceptional Service
Many guests highlight attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly servers who enhance the overall dining experience.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2026-02-05
Great atmosphere, great food. Danny's service was excellent. Recommended the Squid Ink Linguine (with lobster tail), and I'm glad I listened
5★ · 2026-03-08
AMAZING restaurant. Our server Ethan was amazing. Came two days in a row
Vibrant Atmosphere
The restaurant offers a lively, chic setting with a great energy, beautiful interior, and outdoor patio options.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2026-03-04
Once you go inside you get a cool, chic and modern vibe. The staff were friendly and polite to me, my sever had great recommendations and I’m glad I listened to her. The food absolutely blew my mind, the pastas sounded too good, I had to tr...
5★ · 2026-03-07
An excellent spot to eat before a show at the house of blues. Excellent vibes and Brad was a phenomenal server. Highly recommend
5★ · 2026-07-15
For us, Siena Tavern is like an oasis in the middle of the city. The space is huge. They've got a beautiful outdoor patio, a massive wraparound bar, a cocktail area, and a pizza bar. They really designed the place so you can relax instead o...
− Repeated complaints
Additional Fees and Pricing
Reviewers report high overall costs alongside extra service charges, payment app fees, and added restaurant fees on the bill.
2 supporting reviews
3★ · 2026-02-03
The reason for the 3 stars is the fees at this restaurant are ASTRONOMICAL! My $90 tab became $130 off of fees and a "20% tip" (that conveniently also includes the fees... so it's more than you add - $20 for $90). This is wrong and subtrac...
3★ · 2026-03-20
Setting is a bit dated but the food is still delicious. I was really offended by a $2.49 service fee for the app to pay your bill though. HAND THEM YOUR CARD, MAKE THEM RING IT UP, and you WILL SAVE $2.49 I should have cancelled an...
Loud Noise Levels
Guests note that the music and overall environment can be very loud, making conversation difficult.
3 supporting reviews
4★ · 2026-03-09
The brick chicken was great. The pasta dishes were just ok. The music was a little loud for dinner conversation. I’m glad I tried it, but for the cost, probably won’t go back.
4★ · 2026-03-29
Very loud music
5★ · 2026-07-18
Freezing!
Reservation and Seating Delays
Some diners experience long wait times or table placement issues despite holding prior reservations.
3 supporting reviews
1★ · 2026-02-15
Reservations mean nothing to them booked for Valentine’s Day and was turned away what a waist of time. Would give zero start if I could!
1★ · 2026-04-26
Booked a table for two for a birthday dinner quite a while ago. The table was not ready when we arrived. We were told we could sit at the bar while we waited; however, there were no available seats at said bar. Around 15 minutes after our r...
4★ · 2026-03-13
We were seated near the service bar where waitstaff would clean the dishes and glasses from busing tables. It was loud, dark and our server was not attentive. We brought to this the hostess attention and she moved us to a booth. Eitan w...
Good for
- Group dinners and celebrations
- House-made Italian pasta lovers
- Lively weekend dates and happy hours
Avoid if
- You are looking for a quiet, intimate conversation space
- You are sensitive to unexpected service charges and high tabs
- You require guaranteed prompt seating right at your reservation time
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Jan ’26 | 2 | 1 |
| Feb ’26 | 101 | 31 |
| Mar ’26 | 172 | 46 |
| Apr ’26 | 157 | 31 |
| May ’26 | 167 | 41 |
| Jun ’26 | 163 | 36 |
| Jul ’26 | 212 | 58 |
| Aug ’26 | 26 | 6 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- low activity account 249 reviews flagged weight 0.8
- generic account 1 reviews flagged weight 1
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 250 flagged reviews.
John Weatherbolt
91 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2026-07-28
This has quickly become one of my favorite spots. The burnt pepperoni pizza was packed with bold flavor, and the truffle mushroom pizza was rich, savory, and just as delicious. The staff made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived and quickly found us a table without any hassle. Everyone was fri...
Ben Asahl
1 review
★★★★★
2026-02-01
R Getz
1 review
★★★★★
2026-02-01
Our waitress was phenomenal!
Lori D.
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-02-02
Kyle was amazing. Very attentive.
alex
1 review
★★★★★
2026-02-03
Adam Lewandowski
1 review
★★★★★
2026-02-03
RockerMocker 219
1 review
★★★★★
2026-02-06
Madelyn Durso
1 review
★★★★★
2026-02-07
Jess Adler
1 review
★★★★★
2026-02-07
Jalen McClees
1 review
★★★★★
2026-02-08
Report generated Aug 5, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.
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