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Bridge House Tavern

Bridge House Tavern

(Now Closed)
American Restaurant and Bar$$$$
The Loop, Chicago
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  • Mary S.
    Mary SchufJuly 20, 2013
    Perfect Saturday brunch! The location, food, and cocktails were amazing. The hostess was a bit snooty, but the servers were great. Definitely recommend for a weekend brunch!
  • Derek J.
    Derek JustmannJune 28, 2014
    If you are inclined, go for the 10 oz double patty cheeseburger with organic beef. Big, tasty, and char-broiled. So big you may want to skip the appetizers and order a side salad.
  • Jessica T.
    Jessica ToliuszisJuly 28, 2014
    The bacon pancake is incredible, humongous, and delicious! Who know they made pans & plates that large? Bonus: a terrific view on the water.
  • Bitches Who Brunch
    Bitches Who BrunchNovember 2, 2016
    Reliably good brunch dishes and inexpensive cocktails, with a modern twist and a warm sense of humor. Read more
  • whitney b.heart icon on user image
    whitney bSeptember 1, 2015
    Great food, great service, great drinks, and great music playing on the stereo! Was the perfect spot for a late lunch after exploring Chicago.
  • Bitches Who Brunch
    Bitches Who BrunchApril 19, 2016
    With views overlooking the Chicago river, Bridge House Tavern is everything we want in a brunch spot—affordable, beautiful, and has an outstanding patio! Read more
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoDecember 6, 2011
    Try the Bridge House Burger from our 100 Best list: This burger is rebellious in its restraint, classic in its conception and on-point in its execution. None of that keeps it from being enormous.
  • Amanda W.heart icon on user image
    Amanda WhitneyAugust 21, 2016
    Breakfast beignets! Also great deals on mimosas and bloody Mary's during brunch happy hour
  • Paresh M.
    Paresh MJune 19, 2015
    During summer time, try to grab a seat outside because it has fantastic views of the City. Tavern tots are a must.
  • Richard R.heart icon on user image
    Richard RevillaJuly 18, 2016
    The chicken salad with almonds on a pretzel baguette is awesome. Make sure you have a reservation on Saturday night.
  • Alejandro C.heart icon on user image
    Alejandro CharcapeMay 21, 2016
    Great staff, very friendly. Get outside seating; great views of Chicago... Their mashed potatoes are to die for...
  • Crain's Chicago Business
    Crain's Chicago BusinessOctober 18, 2011
    The most knowing diners here go light on appetizers and save room for the massive double-cut pork chop ($29), a flavor-packed (plenty of fat around the edges), buttery-soft piece of pig. Read more
  • Tana B.heart icon on user image
    Tana BabcockJuly 28, 2017
    Awesome river front seating, great brunch and brunch cocktails. I'd avoid the green goddess salad. It was meh.
  • Chase T.
    Chase TurnerJuly 30, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Name is somewhat deceptive as it's more of a riverfront restaurant. Burger is massive and tasty, fries are crisped to perfection, wedge salad is great. Sit on the water.
  • Marina
    MarinaFebruary 16, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Love the relaxing Saturday brunch. Never loud and just amazing, reasonably priced food! Share some things as the portions are huge.
  • Kirstjen L.heart icon on user image
    Kirstjen LorenzApril 25, 2017
    Chicken avocado rolls are good. River views and outdoor dining is wonderful in good weather.
  • Amy M.
    Amy MJune 7, 2012
    Great food, great atmosphere, service was ok. Waiter was very friendly but host and hostess seemed aloof. Free dessert (cheesecake) for checking in was delicious!
  • Ryan C.
    Ryan ChaseSeptember 5, 2013
    If you're thinking about getting the free desert, don't stop by the old bait and switch here the manager made us so uncomfortable by telling us that we needed to buy something. Put it in special then!
  • Bob D.heart icon on user image
    Bob DeGraffOctober 5, 2015
    Uninspired beer selection with typical pretentious gastro pub fare. Nice outdoor patio on the river.
  • Christian T.heart icon on user image
    Christian TafoyaMay 13, 2015
    Food looks delicious. Go on a nice day and sit on the outdoor patio.
  • Melody M.
    Melody MillerOctober 28, 2013
    Wonderful location on the river. Try the soft pretzel, excellent
  • Jackie H.
    Jackie HennigMay 11, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Hands down one of the best patios in Chicago. No staff compares to everyone here!
  • Madison W.
    Madison WrightJuly 28, 2013
    Amazing service!! I would highly suggest this venue for any event you're looking to host. Give Kristen a call :)
  • David D.heart icon on user image
    David D.May 19, 2017
    Great waterside location. Limited menu, good service and average food!
  • Anastasiia ..
    Anastasiia ....October 18, 2015
    Nice place to be,pretty view of the river
  • Robert W.
    Robert WeekleyFebruary 16, 2013
    Bacon pancake! This is a must get for brunch.
  • Tonya M.
    Tonya McSwainAugust 31, 2014
    I love the shrimp and grits! They are delicious!
  • Michele E.
    Michele Esposito-KilleenSeptember 13, 2013
    Food was very good and service was excellent. Will go again
  • Chris O.heart icon on user image
    Chris OrihuelaApril 9, 2016
    Awesome brunch and mimosas
  • Katey F.heart icon on user image
    Katey FagianoJuly 6, 2015
    Awesome spot right on the river with a patio
  • Rachel N.
    Rachel NessOctober 14, 2012
    Try the butternut squash risotto with crispy sage and parmesan! To. Die. For.
  • Jason B.
    Jason BrownSeptember 20, 2011
    The Pork chop is huge and very well cooked! You have to see it/try it to believe it.
  • Radim S.
    Radim SVOBODAJune 21, 2013
    They don't seat incomplete parties on the patio. Are we in New York or what? Be considerate, this is Chicago!
  • Dave B.
    Dave BumpOctober 18, 2013
    Excellent food, friendly staff & good drinks!
  • Chicago magazine
    Chicago magazineAugust 20, 2012
    Skip the cocktails and choose from the great whiskey list.
  • Colin W.heart icon on user image
    Colin WhiteMay 14, 2016
    Wicked tots are amazing!
  • Bekki J. C.
    Bekki J. ChapmanMarch 9, 2013
    wi-fi network: BridgeHouse Public wi-fi password: BridgeHouse - via 4sqwifi.com
  • Andrew F.heart icon on user image
    Andrew FAugust 22, 2015
    I present to you... the bacon pancake.
  • Shannon H.heart icon on user image
    Shannon HughesOctober 14, 2014
    Sit at the bar!! Great view
  • Lori L.heart icon on user image
    Lori LorenzoAugust 11, 2015
    Best view ever. Have popcorn!
  • Kaleigh S.heart icon on user image
    Kaleigh SMay 27, 2016
    Jalapeño bacon popcorn.
  • Kristin S.
    Kristin SmithSeptember 5, 2011
    Must sit on the patio - excellent view to the east.
  • Daniela Q.
    Daniela QuintOctober 2, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The Grilled Cheese is amazing!!!!!
  • Hold K.
    Hold KetchupJune 23, 2011
    Try the bruschetta with white bean spread and goat cheese!
  • Lucy L.heart icon on user image
    Lucy LouSeptember 5, 2016
    Great Location
  • Misha K.
    Misha K.March 22, 2013
    Whiskey whiskey whiskey! Pour it up!
  • Mary H.
    Mary HamiltonAugust 23, 2011
    Honey, bacon and jalepeno popcorn...delicious!
  • Gregg L.
    Gregg LFebruary 18, 2012
    Get cauliflower. Amazing. And I don't like vegatables.
  • Charles B.
    Charles ButlerJuly 25, 2011
    Grab a glass of Santa Barbara Winery Chardonnay while on the patio!
  • Mike S.
    Mike SofkaAugust 23, 2013
    I wouldn't come back here for the sole reason they let the guys go on there boat, expected me to move, and didn't so much as say sorry.
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