Chicago Brauhaus
German food, beer and live music abound at this convivial Lincoln Square restaurant.
(773) 784-4444
4732 N Lincoln Ave
(at Leland Avenue)
Chicago,
IL
60625
41.9674
-87.688
Neighborhoods: Far North Side, Ravenswood
What People Are Saying About Chicago Brauhaus
The Owner
Chicago Brauhaus
Owner
For 40 years we have been serving up good cheer in Chicago's Lincoln Square Neighborhood. We offer a friendly Bavarian atmosphere where friends and family of all ages can enjoy a good meal, a stein of cold beer and dance along to the sounds of the world famous Brauhaus Trio. It is always Oktoberfest at the Chicago Brauhaus. We hope to see you soon!!!
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short
The atmosphere is warm, with close tables filled with seniors and families, a full bar on one side and a tiny dance floor. Every night and all day on weekends, live bands play everything from Elvis to old-time German tunes. The menu features traditional German specialties in generous portions. A crowd favorite is the Brauhaus special: smoked pork loin, two sausages, potatoes and sauerkraut. Other entrees include beef roulade, Wiener schnitzel and hot sausages.
User Reviews
Anonymous
December 17, 2008
I haven't had a more authentic German food experience in Chicago than the Brauhaus. The funnest part is drinking from a stein while the old men sing to people! Pricing is very reasonable for such a quality establishment and I can't wait to go back!
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uradel
December 13, 2007
This is a fun place to experience the folksy foods of southern Germany. My family is from wine country in the central area (Frankfurt/Main) and further north in Germany, but we still get a kick out of the southern Bavarian ways. I'm not a fan of smoked chops personally, but other family members of mine love them. They are not dried out shoe leather like some smoked meats. They look juicy and tender. The schnitzels are my favorite. You can order them in the style of Holstein or Vienna. (traditional Vienner schnitzel). You are served a whole portion whether it's a veal or chicken schnitzel. (schnitzel simply means medallion or cutlet). Our favorite appetizer is the Steak Tartare. They have some decent Rieslings on their wine menu too. It is a very happening place on weekends with live bands and this is one of the few places I can stand at a bar and speak German with just about everyone (although there is an amusing smattering of dialects) and the patrons and staff are very friendly. They will engage you and invite you to join in even if you don't speak German. Some nights there are whole teams of European soccer players and it really gets fun. They talk to you as if they have known you forever. Keep in mind that it is not an upscale German/European restaurant. It reflects the wholesome simple ways of Germany's southern region. It is the German southern hospitality that keeps us coming back.
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vegitoboi
October 02, 2007
How many times have I frequent this place only to wind up drinking German style beer on an empty stomach? It's the same pattern everytime that lead me not to come back in. Needless to say, with the Berghoff in Downtown Chicago non existant anymore, if this was to be a successor, it failed in the first stage: service. First time I went in, I waited 10 minutes to be seated only to give up and stand at the bar only to be pushed around by Lincoln Square tipsy people trying to get their beer needs before mine. The polka band kept things interesting by playing familiar drinking songs and folk songs. On times I do get to sit at an actual table, the waitress disappears into oblivion and I just get up and leave. The place is nice, no doubt, and obviously great for group outings. But it's just not worth the never ending wait for food or a table for that matter. If you're coming for the beer, try Huttenbar just down the street (although be ready to stand even more).
read full reviewThe Details on Chicago Brauhaus
What to Drink:
Half-liter mugs of German imported beers are available with selections like Stiegl, Spaten and Erdinger Weiss.
When to Go:
With live music nightly and no cover charge, evenings are the best times to take in the traditional brauhaus ambience.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Notable Beer List, Hidden Find, People Watching, Dancing, Group Dining, Happy Hour, Live Music
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
Message from Chicago Brauhaus
- Authentic German Cuisine
- German Beer
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For 40 years we have been serving up good cheer in Chicago's Lincoln Square Neighborhood. We offer a friendly Bavarian atmosphere where friends and family of all ages can enjoy a good meal, a stein of cold beer and dance along to the sounds of the world famous Brauhaus Trio. It is always Oktoberfest at the Chicago Brauhaus. We hope to see you soon!!!
