Mockingbird Bar + Garden

4.7

168 Reviews

$30 and under

Farm-to-table

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2 people

24 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 22 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

Healthy Food with a Stylish Flair

Mockingbird Bar + Garden is a food and drink focused gathering place in a lively, convivial setting, stylishly designed to create memorable experiences. Inspired by our desire to serve and create a sense of community we offer the perfect mix of locally sourced healthy food all cooked from our wood-fired oven. Our incredible cocktails, local beer and coffee bar combined with our events will certainly make you a regular. Al fresco dining available either in our garden, patio, or around the firepit.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Steak, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Phone number
(847) 551-5614
Website
http://MockingbirdBarandGarden.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Patrick Reynolds
Private party facilities
Mockingbird loves to create private memorable events with great food and entertainment in a beautiful, comfortable, setting.

Location
217 Barrington Ave, East Dundee, IL 60118-1312
Area
East Dundee
Cross Street
Meier
Parking details
There is also a public lot behind 311 Barrington Ave. and another on River Street.
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Five Course Tasting Menu Bouche candied pork belly + blackberry lacquer + pecorino gougére Dumpling butternut squash dumpling + mascarpone + pine nut + kale Escabeche chilled scallop escabeche + fennel & apple salad + champagne vinaigrette Risotto brown butter leek risotto + brie + shallot + fried leak cluster Lamb boneless rack of lamb + miso pistachio crust + bone broth jus + poached stone fruit Apple Fritter fried apple fritter + saffron pear caramel + vanilla ice cream $80/Per Guest + Tax + Service (Beverages not included)

NYE Tasting Menu

Five Course Tasting Menu * Amuse Bouche- Candied Pork Belly w/Blackberry Lacquer + Pecorino Gougére * First Course- Butternut Squash Dumpling w/Mascarpone + Pine Nut + Kale * Second Course- Chilled Scallop Escabeche w/Fennel & Apple Salad + Champagne Vinaigrette * Third Course- Brown Butter Leek Risotto w/Brie + Shallot + Fried Leak Cluster * Fourth Course- Boneless Rack of Lamb w/Miso Pistachio Crust + Bone Broth Jus + Poached Stone Fruit * Fifth Course- Apple Fritter w/Saffron Pear Caramel + Vanilla Ice Cream * $80/Per Guest + Tax + Service (Beverages not included)

NYE Menu 2024US$80.00
Five Course tasting Menu

What 168 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Northwest Suburbs
Best Ambience
Northwest Suburbs
Romantic
Northwest Suburbs
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mockingbird Bar + Garden offers an inviting atmosphere with "amazing cocktails" and a "creative menu." Diners enjoy the outdoor patio and seasonal dishes, perfect for brunch or a special dinner. The "friendly and attentive" staff, including the owner, enhance the welcoming experience, making it a local favorite.

168 Reviews

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Yamel
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Still my favorite place, such a little gem with delicious bites and well crafted cocktails. Love this place
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jennifer
Chicago
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 7 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time for dinner—yum!! And a birthday toast, thank you!
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Kenneth
Las Vegas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 3 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always find excellent and inventive dishes combined with a fantastic bar. Warm atmosphere. This is our spot.
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Patricia
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, great service. Very relaxing and enjoyable esthetic.
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Katrina
Des Moines
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 26 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, drinks, and service! Such a gem of a restaurant! The owner is often there and always checks in with every table and is so friendly!
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Megan
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 25 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great place for a special dinner or date night. Really good drinks and food (highly recommend the Lamb Lollipops)
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Anthony
Chicago
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I love Mockingbird and have gone there more than any other restaurant - the menu and cocktails change regularly so there’s always something new and amazing to try. A personal favor
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Gillian
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 20 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as always. Kathleen, Xavier, Patrick, Izra & the rest of the team are the best!
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Gloria
Chicago
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 13 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, excellent service and the chef has a great personality - willing to chat if time permits and is interested in feedback and suggestions. as always an amazing expertise!
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Kirk
Chicago
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on 11 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice smaller restaurant. Limited menu which is always changing. First timer. Pleasant staff. Enjoyed the outdoor seating. Lots of room between tables. Lamb was great. Partner had a nice salad and pizza.
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FAQs

Mockingbird Bar + Garden offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 551-5614.

Mockingbird Bar + Garden is rated 4.7 stars by 168 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

24 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

217 Barrington Ave, East Dundee, IL 60118-1312

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Meier
Area
East Dundee
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Steak, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is also a public lot behind 311 Barrington Ave. and another on River Street.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Patrick Reynolds
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://MockingbirdBarandGarden.com/
Phone number
(847) 551-5614
Private party facilities
Mockingbird loves to create private memorable events with great food and entertainment in a beautiful, comfortable, setting.

Mockingbird Bar + Garden

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Menu

NYE Tasting Menu

NYE Menu 2024US$80.00

What 168 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Mockingbird Bar + Garden offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is Mockingbird Bar + Garden currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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