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Summer House - Chicago, Chicago, IL

Summer House - Chicago

4.7
4.7
8023 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 320 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Hot spot
Located in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, Summer House is the place for sunshine all year round. Enjoy seasonal specialties, market-driven pasta, artisan pizzas, and fresh antipasti from Chef Ben Goodnick’s California-inspired menu. Reserve your table today and be transported to the West Coast by the beach house decor, retractable glass ceiling, and all-season courtyard.

For parties of 9 or more, email shsbparties@lettuce.com. Carryout and delivery are available, or visit The Cookie Bar for a selection of fresh-baked goods, sourdough English muffins, Summer House's renowned oversized cookies, small-batch coffee, and specialty espresso drinks.
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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 11:00–21:00 Thu, Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat 09:00–22:00 Sun 09:00–21:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free and paid street parking is available on Halsted, and around the corner along Armitage. Valet parking is available for $15 cash
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Divisional Chef Ben Goodnick
  • Delivery & takeout

Experiences

  • Kid's Pizza Making

    Multiple dates available
    Bring your little chefs to Summer House for Kids Pizza Making! Every Monday to Thursday from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, kids 12 and under can craft their own pizzas at the official pizza counter with our chefs for $7.95 plus tax (gratuity not included). Or opt for our tableside option, and have all the ingredients delivered to your table for the whole family to get in on the fun! Kids will wash their hands, use the flour to form the dough, spread their choice of red or white sauce, and build their zae with cheese and toppings of their choice. Once our team pops it in the oven, the pizza will be delivered back to your family’s table for an a-dough-able dinner. Please note, Kids Pizza Making is not offered during the weekend (Friday to Sunday).
    Kid's Pizza Making photo
  • Summer House Birthday Surprise

    US$29.95 per party

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    At Summer House – Lincoln Park, your birthday wish is our command. Celebrate the special occasion with the Summer House Birthday Surprise! Gift yourself or your loved one with an unforgettable birthday bash, including festive balloons, a sensational Sprinkle Cake, and memories to last a lifetime. Our delicious, California-inspired food and drink menu is just icing on the cake. Purchase the Birthday Surprise for $29.95 (plus tax) as you celebrate another journey around the sun! Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance.
    Summer House Birthday Surprise photo
  • Passover Dinner 2025

    12 Apr 2025 - 13 Apr 2025
    Plan your Passover celebrations with a family-style spread at Summer House in Lincoln Park! On Saturday, April 12 and Sunday, April 13, dine with us for a holiday dinner menu. Chef Ben Goodnick presents a multi-course meal including traditional dishes like Matzo Ball Soup, Braised Beef Short Rib, Potato Pancakes, and more. The full menu is available on our website. Enjoy the menu as a prix fixe for $57.95 per person and $19.95 per children 12 and younger (plus tax and gratuity). The menu is also available a la carte. Book your Passover dinner reservation today. For more information, please call the restaurant at 773-634-4100.
    Passover Dinner 2025 photo

What 8,023 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Most Booked

  • Chicago

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Summer House - Chicago offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic service" and a "bright and airy atmosphere" reminiscent of Southern California. The menu boasts "delicious food" with standout options like vodka pasta and lemon meringue pie. The restaurant excels in accommodating dietary needs, making it a must-visit for families and friends.

8,023 Reviews
  1. Laura

    Chicago

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service is always great- we were all running late and they held our table! So grateful! Love this place!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    My son loved his burger, sister liked her Cobb salad, my crab cakes were good but mine and my sister’s fries were super salty. The server was really busy, so we did not get a chance to tell her and by the time she checked on us again it was time to go. Ambiance was nice and my sister wants to go back. Maybe we’ll go back in the summer.

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  3. Michael

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jimmy, our server, was absolutely delightful. We are regulars here and had such a great time!

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  4. Daniel

    VIP

    Chicago

    131 reviews

    5.0

    131 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing dining experience today!! Our server Stacie W, was fabulous!! She was professional, helpful, friendly making us feel welcomed like family!!

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  5. Margaret

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A neighborhood gem with a terrific menu. Nice ambiance. Please treat the older customers w a little more respect.

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  6. outstanding

    VIP

    Atlanta

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our Summer House experience on our recent trip to Chicago. Love the ambiance and feel and were pleasantly surprised by the attentiveness of the staff and service as well as the quality of the food. If you’re in the area it won’t disappoint.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came in for the calm vibe, amazing food and service. I don’t know who our server was but she was very sweet with short hair. Very attentive and went out of her way to get us the soup (TOGO) menu.. AND hot tea. Turns out they have tomato bisque and grilled cheese which was exactly what I was looking for! We sat in what seemed the best spot in the restaurant, not too bright which I like. Sit me on the dark side!! Comfy private booth. The green tea was my favorite over the chamomile, surprisingly. The special pizza was a little too smoky for me with the bacon but the pastas and everything else, muah chefs kiss. Not to mention the lemon cookie (heated for me by my server) was my favorite of all desserts. Thank you Summer House, this is now my boyfriend’s favorite spot and at the top of my list as well. Be back soon!

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  8. DorothyD

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    2.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    This place has gotten so expensive it’s ridiculous . It cost $13.95 just to add chicken to a Cobb salad. My chicken sandwich was OK, not great.

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  9. Marni

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always love eating here! Such great service and food

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  10. Deanna

    VIP

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food! Ambiance is beautiful! The space is calming and refreshing. We enjoyed the appetizers and main course. The menu is well thought out and something for everyone. We will be back again soon!

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FAQs

Summer House - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 634-4100.

Summer House - Chicago is rated 4.7 stars by 8023 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 320 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Summer House - Chicago

1954 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 11:00–21:00 Thu, Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat 09:00–22:00 Sun 09:00–21:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free and paid street parking is available on Halsted, and around the corner along Armitage. Valet parking is available for $15 cash
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Divisional Chef Ben Goodnick
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Privacy policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
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