Captain's Hard Time Diner
(773) 487-2900
436 E 79th St
Chicago,
IL
60619
41.7512
-87.6133
Neighborhoods: Greater Grand Crossing, South Side
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In Short
Decked out with hanging plants, a long bank of booths, and photos of local African-American politicians, actors and newscasters, this spot dishes out a full slate of spicy soul food dishes. Entrees include gumbo, fried chicken wings, and fried catfish with vinegary greens, homemade dressing and candied sweet potatoes. Beef short ribs and oxtail are also available; peach cobbler is a homemade dessert option.
User Reviews
Anonymous
November 12, 2008
The owner of the establishment is great she welcomes everyone with open arms. Excellent food for the right price and you get plenty to eat. The Sunday brunch I found to be excellent. Waiting staff is slow and not very friendly. The bathrooms were clean, but needed cosmetic work. Yes I would recommend the restaurant, because of the food and the owner.
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WilhelmGGW
May 29, 2002
I could call this place *very good* if it weren't for the the service. Sometimes it's good, sometimes it's not. We've pretty much stopped going here because there are other places around with similar food and ambience, and much more reliably good service.
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The Extras:
Captain's has an adjacent party/banquet room that can host weddings, graduations and rehearsal dinners.
Category:
Restaurants, Barbecue Restaurants, Catering
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Family-Friendly Dining, Quiet, Brunch, Family Style Dining, Group Dining, Happy Hour, Food Delivery
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
