Another airport - this time in Chicago! Chicago is one of my favorite food cities, so I get excited to try any new restaurant here. Even if it's in an airport. Gene's Bistro is a sit-down spot that felt welcoming after getting off the plane.



"Wide ranging menu, featuring yummy appetizers, handheld sandwiches, fresh salads and a handcrafted cocktails and wine list. Elegant bistro style location with airy seating area, full bar, and flight information to keep up to date on eye on before heading to the gate," reads the website.

The menu is not huge, but it does have a little variety for each meal of the day. I ordered the penne à la vodka. It's no secret that pasta is my love language. This dish was decent - I liked the flavor of the creamy and spicy sauce. The penne was done well. And the parmesan and chili flakes added a little extra depth. But it kind of became a monotonous mouth feel with the same texture over and over. I would've loved some meatballs or hunks of sausage or even roasted garlic to make it a bit more exciting to eat.



Grade: B