Glunz Bavarian Haus
(773) 472-4287
4128 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago,
IL
60618
41.9566
-87.6807
Neighborhoods: North Center, North Side
What People Are Saying About Glunz Bavarian Haus
The Editor
Jennifer Olvera
Citysearch
The Scene
Carved wood seating, dim lighting and white linen-topped tables make for a romantic, cozy vibe in this North Center restaurant. A long bar beckons beer lovers, and traditional music evokes nostalgia for the Old Country. Personable, knowledgeable servers help patrons select from the hefty menu while making just the right amount of chitchat.
The Food
In addition to must-have dishes like Wiener schnitzel, served crunchy and golden brown with tart cranberry jam and parsley potatoes, you'll come across surprises like pumpkin-ginger soup with feta crusts and toasted pumpkin seeds. The menu hits more than it misses, thanks to plates like pork tenderloin topped with bacon-mushroom sauce alongside ethereal herb spaetzle. Pretzel with dual mustards is a bland disappointment, but the accompanying kosher-salted radish makes for great noshing. For something lighter (at least comparatively), try pan-seared Chilean sea bass with buttered linguini and tomato-basil cream. Wrap up your meal with fried, cinnamon sugar-kissed apple rings with warm creme anglaise--a crispy, tasty alternative to apple pie.
User Reviews
stewartcumming
May 03, 2009
Extremely slow service. We waited over an hour for our food even though it was barely a third full. The food was average, the beer list good. We had to chase up our waitress who told us "the food is coming" and then brought it out literally twenty seconds later, so clearly the meals had been sitting under a heat lamp in the kitchen. In addition, the live music was amplified far too loud for such a small room
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hrmazur
February 24, 2008
Expensive and food not good. My husband had a dry pork shank. The bread was cold, dry and hard. Everything was overpriced to compensate the coupons they give out to lure customers into the restaurant. Entertainment was really below expectations. I have to admit, the beer was good, but overpriced... $5.95 for a draft. Yikes!
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tomangie1
October 12, 2007
Jim Glunz is awesome. Although his restaurant has grown in popularity over the last three years he still never forgets a face. I've been to every German restaurant in the city and this is the best (the Brauhaus being a close 2nd) ...also I go all over Chicago eating and drinking and this place is my home away from home. Try all the beers - they have the most thoughtful beer selection in town and they don't apologize for not offering tasteless domestic beers. They slow pour every beer 7 authentic German minutes. The food is great - I assure you that every dish is served from real, fresh ingredients. They even make their own desserts. Highly recommend the local jazz on Tuesday and Thursday nights at 8PM. It is the most relaxing scene in the city. So walk right up (there is always parking on Warner Ave.) and ask for a beer recommendations - Jim will be happy to help.
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Where to Sit:
Although the whole dining room is cozy, those looking for something more intimate should snag the elevated, private table in the back. It's a great place to sip a brew.
What to Drink:
Owner Jim Glunz, who comes from a long line of Chicago-area beer distributors and wine makers, gets accolades for his thoughtful beer selection. In addition to the usual bottled domestics and imports, you'll find 14 German drafts, such as BBK, Paulaner Oktoberfest and Bitburger.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Notable Beer List, Romantic Dining, Quiet, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, Hidden Find, Historic Setting, Dine At The Bar
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
At Bar
