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Prairie Grass Café, Northbrook, IL

Prairie Grass Café

4.6
4.6
2251 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 31 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Owners Chef Sarah Stegner & Chef George Bumbaris created this casual Northbrook restaurant, boasting a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Wood-top tables without tablecloths give the main dining room a contemporary feel while seating is also available in the bar area. A menu, changing monthly, features contemporary American fare featuring seasonal ingredients. For dessert, Chef Stegner's mother bakes delicious pies.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–7:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (847) 205-4433
  • Website
    http://www.prairiegrasscafe.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Sarah Stegner, George Bumbaris
  • Private party facilities
    Prairie Grass Cafe can accommodate semi-private parties of up to 14 guests & private parties of up to 45 guests.

Menu

We offer allergy-friendly items, however we are not a gluten, nut, dairy, or shellfish free restaurant and Cannot ensure that cross contact will never occur. Curbside Pick up 4PM-7PM

Appetizers & Salads

  • Aged Cheddar & Medjool Dates (3) AppetizerUS$14.00

    Local Bacon, Caramel Sauce

    • Baked Feta CheeseUS$14.00

      Spicy Banana Peppers, Tomatoes, Bread

      • Crispy Rolls of Shrimp “Spring Roll Style”US$13.00

        Spicy Dipping Sauce

        • Caesar SaladUS$15.00

          Romaine, Homemade Caesar Dressing, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan; Add Tomato $2 Add Cucumber $2 Add Avocado $3 Add Anchovies $1

          • Beet SaladUS$14.00

            Citrus-Marinated Beets, Toasted Walnuts, Citrus, Goat Cheese

            • Creamy Sexy Blue Cheese Wedge SaladUS$16.00

              Blue Cheese Dressing, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Black Mission Fig Jam

              Fish & Vegetarian

              • Beer-Battered Wild Alaskan HalibutUS$43.00

                Seasonal Slaw, Potato Wedges, Cocktail Sauce, Tartar Sauce

                • Balsamic-Glazed Grilled Ora King SalmonUS$39.00

                  Caesar Salad, Romaine, Mighty Vine Tomato, Cucumber, Avocado, Parmesan, Homemade Caesar Dressing

                  • Lake Superior WhitefishUS$29.00

                    Broccoli, Mashed Potatoes, Butter Sauce

                    • Parmesan-Crusted TilapiaUS$27.00

                      Creamed Spinach, Roasted-Tomato Butter Sauce

                      • Wild Rice-Mushroom Veggie BurgerUS$20.00

                        Fresh Spinach, Tomato, Avocado, Grilled Jalapeño, Basil Remoulade

                        • Vegetarian PGC MoussakaUS$23.00

                          Layers of Potato, Eggplant, Tomatoes, Local Mushrooms, Golden Crusted Bechamel

                          Chicken & Beef

                          • Crispy Boneless Half ChickenUS$29.50

                            Wild Rice with Grapes & Pecans, Brown Sugar Glazed Acorn Squash; Chicken Sauce

                            • Chicken CutletsUS$28.00

                              Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Carrots, Lemon-Caper Butter Sauce

                              • Chicago Magazine’s #1 Sirloin Burger (10 oz)US$23.00

                                Mild Amish Blue Cheese Topping, Warm Beefsteak Tomato, Grilled Onions, Crispy Potato Wedges; without a Bun; Add Bacon $3 Add Avocado $3 Add Mushrooms $4

                                • Penne PastaUS$20.00

                                  “Cedar River” All-Natural Beef Basil-Tomato-Meat Sauce; Parmesan & Breadcrumb Topping

                                  • Ancho-Marinated Skirt Steak Frites (8 oz)US$37.00

                                    Skinny Fries, Char-Grilled Red Onion, Spicy Aioli

                                    • All-Natural Prime Filet of Beef (8 oz)US$49.00

                                      Red Wine Sauce

                                      Sides

                                      • Mashed Yukon Gold PotatoesUS$8.00

                                        • French FriesUS$6.00

                                          • Char-Grilled Red OnionsUS$3.00

                                            • White Beans & Swiss ChardUS$7.00

                                              • Sautéed BroccoliUS$7.00

                                                • Sautéed SpinachUS$7.00

                                                  • Wild Rice with Grapes & PecansUS$8.00

                                                    • Creamed SpinachUS$8.00

                                                      • Sautéed MushroomsUS$9.00

                                                        • Brown Sugar Glazed Acorn SquashUS$10.00

                                                          Desserts

                                                          • Warm Chocolate “Muk Muk” CakeUS$12.00

                                                            Crème Anglaise

                                                            • Warm Chocolate Chip CookieUS$12.00

                                                              Vanilla Ice Cream

                                                              • Double Chocolate CakeUS$12.00

                                                                • 2 Chocolate Chip CookiesUS$6.00

                                                                  • 4 Double Chocolate CupcakesUS$12.00

                                                                    • Alphonso Mango Ice CreamUS$12.00

                                                                      • Vanilla Ice Cream with Caramel & Chocolate AlmondsUS$12.00

                                                                        • Chocolate TurtlesUS$12.00

                                                                          made by ChicAgo ArtiZen with Three Sisters Garden Pecans

                                                                          • Chocolate Praline BarUS$12.00

                                                                            made by ChicAgo ArtiZen with Three Sisters Garden Pecans

                                                                            Last updated: 6 October 2023

                                                                            What 2,251 people are saying

                                                                            Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                            Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                            4.6
                                                                            4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                            • 4.6Food
                                                                            • 4.6Service
                                                                            • 4.5Ambience
                                                                            • 4.3Value

                                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                                            Diners' Choice Awards

                                                                            • North Suburbs

                                                                              Good for groups

                                                                            Review summary

                                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                            Prairie Grass Café offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service," a "welcoming atmosphere," and "impeccable seasonal dishes." The menu is "imaginative," featuring options like "crispy chicken on butter lettuce" and "delicious pies and ice creams." Although noise can be a factor, the "friendly and attentive staff" ensures a memorable visit.

                                                                            2,251 Reviews

                                                                            1. Frank

                                                                              Nashville1 review

                                                                              3.0

                                                                              Dined 7 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                              3. Service 3
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              Food was avg for the price and waiter started w a bang and then disappeared.

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                                                                            2. Dennis

                                                                              Chicago5 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined on 6 March 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Great food and service. The booth we sat in was not as comfortable as it should have been. Next time I'll ask for a table. Overall, it was good.

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                                                                            3. OpenTable Diner

                                                                              Chicago5 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Perfect burger, perfect steak. Perfect service. Comfortable environment.

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                                                                            4. Nancy VIP

                                                                              Chicago7 reviews

                                                                              3.0

                                                                              Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 2
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              Normally love this place but had a server who was MIA. Had to bother other servers and wait staff who were great. But this put a damper on the evening. Even to the extent that my husband had to search down someone to bring him ketsup for his burger. Food was delicious as usual but so unfortunate to have this lapse. Mentioned something politely at reception when we left but they said he was new and had only been there a week. Since we go there often, this was untrue because we have seen him there before. Honestly made the experience worse.

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                                                                            5. patricia

                                                                              Chicago8 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined on 1 March 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Prairie Grass Cafe never lets us down! Always great food!

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                                                                            6. kathy

                                                                              Chicago55 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined on 28 February 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Good was yummy and service was great! Always a pleasant experience.

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                                                                            7. Mary VIP

                                                                              Chicago36 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined on 26 February 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              The food at Prairie Grass is dependably wonderful, plus they have an interesting menu. Very attractive setting, easy parking.

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                                                                            8. Russell VIP

                                                                              Chicago1 review

                                                                              4.0

                                                                              Dined on 24 February 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              Highly recommended restaurant. Overall experience is amazing! Food is of excellent quality. Service and staff are top notch. Would definitely go back again!

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                                                                            9. Marissa

                                                                              Chicago14 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined on 22 February 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Wonderful, friendly staff, great ambiance, amazing food and service. We drove up from chicago for a performance at the writer’s theater and looked for a restaurant nearby. So happy we stumbled across this great find! We’ll be back for sure!

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                                                                            10. Steve

                                                                              Unspecified1 review

                                                                              4.0

                                                                              Dined on 16 February 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              Half Chicken, Duck, Shepard's Pie, and Wagyu Flat Iron Steak for a party of four. Blue Cheese Wedge Salad split by two and Crispy Shrimp Rolls (4) enjoyed by three. All were excellent and highly recommended.

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                                                                            FAQs

                                                                            Prairie Grass Café offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 205-4433.

                                                                            Prairie Grass Café is rated 4.6 stars by 2251 OpenTable diners.

                                                                            Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                            2 people
                                                                            19:00
                                                                            Booked 31 times today

                                                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                                                            Google Map for Prairie Grass Café

                                                                            601 Skokie Blvd, Northbrook, IL 60062

                                                                            Additional information

                                                                            • Area
                                                                              Northbrook
                                                                            • Hours of Operation
                                                                              Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–7:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
                                                                            • Price
                                                                              $31 to $50
                                                                            • Cuisines
                                                                              Contemporary American, American
                                                                            • Dining style
                                                                              Casual Dining
                                                                            • Dress code
                                                                              Casual Dress
                                                                            • Parking details
                                                                              There is a large private lot attached to Prairie Grass Cafe for easy access.
                                                                            • Payment Options
                                                                              AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                            • Executive Chef
                                                                              Sarah Stegner, George Bumbaris
                                                                            • Additional
                                                                              Indoor Fireplace
                                                                            • Website
                                                                              http://www.prairiegrasscafe.com/
                                                                            • Phone number
                                                                              (847) 205-4433
                                                                            • Private party facilities
                                                                              Prairie Grass Cafe can accommodate semi-private parties of up to 14 guests & private parties of up to 45 guests.
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