Summer House - Chicago

4.6

7867 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Summer House - Chicago

4.6

$30 and under

American

Lincoln Park

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2 people

12 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 212 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Lively

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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Private dining

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Californian
Hours of Operation
Mon, Tue 11:00 am–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 634-4100
Website
https://www.summerhouserestaurants.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Divisional Chef Ben Goodnick
Catering
Summer House caters to parties of all sizes, whether at home, in the office, or at a special venue. We offer full-service catering, including events aboard Chicago’s First Lady Cruises. To view our catering menus or place an order, visit our website.
Private party facilities
Plan your next event with the Summer House Parties & Catering team. From large-scale events to intimate gatherings, our experts will help you create a truly special occasion from start to finish. Visit our website to explore our private dining options and book your event. For parties of 9 or more, email shsbparties@lettuce.com.
Private party contact
Trishie Schweinfurth: (773) 634-4100

Location
1954 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
Area
Lincoln Park
Cross Street
Armitage
Parking details
Free and paid street parking is available on Halsted, and around the corner along Armitage. Valet parking is available for $15 cash
Public transit
Just southeast of the Armitage stop on the Brown Line. Halsted Bus, Route #8 Armitage Bus, Route #73
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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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).
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.

Popular dishes

Classic MargheritaUS$18.95
fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, olive oil, sea salt, basil
Sausage & PeppersUS$20.95
mozzarella, roasted sweet peppers, tomato sauce
Hobbs PepperoniUS$19.95
fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, parmesan
Spicy Salumi & BurrataUS$21.95
garlic, fresh mozzarella, whipped burrata, tomato sauce
Shaved MushroomUS$19.95
gruyère, onion, truffle, rosemary, parmesan cream, parsley
Prosciutto & Egg*US$20.95
four cheese, sunny-side up egg, parmesan cream, chili flake
Spicy Giardiniera & OliveUS$18.95
manzanilla and kalamata olives, tomato sauce, mozzarella

Salads

add: herbed chicken breast - $12.95, grilled oiishi prawns - $15.95, wood-grilled salmon - $13.95, ahi tuna tataki* - $11.95, grilled skirt steak* - $15.95

Shaved Brussels SproutsUS$19.95
manchego, bacon, avocado, toasted almonds, green peas, mustard vinaigrette
Wilshire Blvd CobbUS$20.95
avocado, egg, corn, cucumber, tomato, bacon, blue cheese, herb vinaigrette
Costa MesaUS$18.95
queso fresco, corn, pico de gallo, avocado, quinoa, crispy tortilla, chipotle crema, lime vinaigrette
Spicy Kale CaesarUS$18.95
grilled avocado, english muffin croutons

Pasta

add to your pasta: prime beef meatball, italian sausage or whipped burrata - $4.95

Bucatini PomodoroUS$17.95
organic tomato, basil, parmigiano
Rigatoni alla VodkaUS$19.95
peas, pepperoncino, pecorino, wild oregano
Butternut Squash RavioliUS$26.95
sage, brown butter, pecorino

Prime Cheeseburger*

served w/ crispy french fries or sweet potato fries

Prime Cheeseburger*US$19.95
cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickle, mustard, mayo
Blue Cheese-Peppercorn Burger*US$21.95
peppercorn crust, point reyes blue, crispy onion, lettuce, tomato, mayo

Tacos

local corn tortillas, crunchy slaw, house-made guacamole

Grilled Tequila-Lime ChickenUS$19.95
all white meat, salsa verde, pico de gallo
Crispy Baja FishUS$22.95
light tempura batter, chipotle crema, pasilla salsa
Carne Asada*US$28.95
grilled skirt steak, poblano rajas, queso fresco

Summer Comfort

Herbed Chicken Breast PaillardUS$18.95
baby arugula salad, lemon, calabrian chili
Crispy Chicken Sandwich BasketUS$22.95
avocado & buttermilk dressing, fries, coleslaw & hickory BBQ sauce
Fish & ChipsUS$25.95
pacific rockfish, malt vinegar fries, tartar sauce
Roasted Idaho Trout GrenobloiseUS$25.95
capers, brown butter, brioche croutons
Miso Glazed SalmonUS$35.95
broccoli salad, toasted almonds, sesame-miso butter
Skirt Steak Frites*US$38.95
guajillo chili, cilantro-lime butter, garlic fries
Slow Cooked Baby Back RibsUS$39.95
berkshire pork, kansas city bbq sauce, sweet potato fries
Westholme Wagyu Strip Steak*US$55.95
peppercorn sauce, fries, arugula

Surcharge

As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose.

What 7,867 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

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Chicago / Illinois
Most Booked
Chicago
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Summer House in Chicago offers a vibrant dining experience with "beautiful ambiance" and a "wonderful beach house vibe." It's a top choice for brunch or dinner, boasting "delicious GF friendly food" and "amazing service." While some find it noisy, the inviting atmosphere and diverse menu keep guests coming back.

7,867 Reviews

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HEATHER
Chicago
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was great! He really helped us out with my allergies. The gluten free crust was not good and it just wasn’t warm, let alone hot. My friend had the spicy caesar salad with blackened salmon which was really good. $33 seemed a bit much for a lunch salad but it tasted really good.
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Tanya
Chicago
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Edin is a great waiter!! Always one step ahead!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time eating here. We were downtown in the Streeterville area and decided to take a quick 15-minute Uber ride to the Lincoln Park area. If you can get past the bakery display at the front without buying everything and make your way to the restaurant, you will experience a bright, sunny atmosphere with great ambiance and a super cool vibe. Service was attentive and knowledgeable from the waiter to the bus staff. We started with the cinnamon roll that was liker a flaky crossiant and was sharerable for 3. Delicious! We ordered the strawberry waffles, big enough to share, and the shaved brussel sprout salad. The build your breakfast was ample as well with a big bowl of fresh fruit as a side. We've added this restaurant to our rotation. You will need a reservation, especially on a Sunday during brunch time.
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michael
Richmond
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Fun atmosphere. Terrible food quality. Wait staff pleasant. Cookie Bar was fun. Wont go back again.
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Dan
Washington DC
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Disappointing food. Overcooked, flavorless pizza. Cold pasta. Overpriced. Service fair
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Tammy
Chicago
100 reviews
vip
5.0
100 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An amazing dinner. Waitstaff was great. Food was wonderful as well as the wine. It is always good there.
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Cortney
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing hospitality from our waitress, delicious fish tacos and outstanding freshly baked cookies!
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John
Denver
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
First time coming after hearing so much about it. We both left extremely disappointed. Chicken sandwich was dry, bland and hard to eat. Cobb salad was meh. Food took almost an hour to come out and was pricey for what you got. Our server was nice and gave us a free cookie for the wait. Overall will not be back.
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Joe
New York City
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
While the food was delicious and ambience beautiful, we could barely hear each other for all of the noise and our waiter was inattentive. Our lunch took over an hour to come. Very disappointed.
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Laura
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was very good. Our waiter and the kitchen were able to accommodate special request for dietary restrictions. A little pricey, especially cocktails, but all was quite tasty. Pretty restaurant. Has a bit of a cafeteria feel with large open rooms and a lot of tables close together. Also contributes to a high noise level.
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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 4.6 stars by 7867 OpenTable diners.

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

Summer House - Chicago

4.6

$30 and under

American

Lincoln Park

Make a booking

2 people

12 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 212 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1954 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614

Additional information

Cross Street
Armitage
Area
Lincoln Park
Hours of Operation
Mon, Tue 11:00 am–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Californian
Dining style
Casual Dining
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
Public transit
Just southeast of the Armitage stop on the Brown Line. Halsted Bus, Route #8 Armitage Bus, Route #73
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Divisional Chef Ben Goodnick
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
https://www.summerhouserestaurants.com/
Phone number
(773) 634-4100
Catering
Summer House caters to parties of all sizes, whether at home, in the office, or at a special venue. We offer full-service catering, including events aboard Chicago’s First Lady Cruises. To view our catering menus or place an order, visit our website.
Private party facilities
Plan your next event with the Summer House Parties & Catering team. From large-scale events to intimate gatherings, our experts will help you create a truly special occasion from start to finish. Visit our website to explore our private dining options and book your event. For parties of 9 or more, email shsbparties@lettuce.com.
Private party contact
Trishie Schweinfurth: (773) 634-4100

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Summer House - Chicago

Summer House - Chicago

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

50 Chicago Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

Kid's Pizza Making

Summer House Birthday Surprise

Margherita Pizza

Campari

Rigatoni alla Vodka

Starters

Potato Salad Deviled EggsUS$9.94

Parmesan-Truffle FriesUS$13.95

Jalapeño CornbreadUS$10.95

Prime Beef MeatballsUS$16.95

Handmade Local BurrataUS$19.95

Signature Guacamole

Signature GuacamoleUS$16.95

Raw & Chilled

Salmon Poke Nachos*US$19.95

Pacific Hamachi Sashimi*US$19.95

Ahi Tuna & Watermelon Tostadas*US$18.95

Veggies

Warm EdamameUS$11.95

Caramelized Brussels SproutsUS$13.95

Lightly-Charred Shishito PeppersUS$13.95

Pizza

Classic MargheritaUS$18.95

Sausage & PeppersUS$20.95

Hobbs PepperoniUS$19.95

Spicy Salumi & BurrataUS$21.95

Shaved MushroomUS$19.95

Prosciutto & Egg*US$20.95

Spicy Giardiniera & OliveUS$18.95

Salads

Shaved Brussels SproutsUS$19.95

Wilshire Blvd CobbUS$20.95

Costa MesaUS$18.95

Spicy Kale CaesarUS$18.95

Pasta

Bucatini PomodoroUS$17.95

Rigatoni alla VodkaUS$19.95

Butternut Squash RavioliUS$26.95

Prime Cheeseburger*

Prime Cheeseburger*US$19.95

Blue Cheese-Peppercorn Burger*US$21.95

Tacos

Grilled Tequila-Lime ChickenUS$19.95

Crispy Baja FishUS$22.95

Carne Asada*US$28.95

Summer Comfort

Herbed Chicken Breast PaillardUS$18.95

Crispy Chicken Sandwich BasketUS$22.95

Fish & ChipsUS$25.95

Roasted Idaho Trout GrenobloiseUS$25.95

Miso Glazed SalmonUS$35.95

Skirt Steak Frites*US$38.95

Slow Cooked Baby Back RibsUS$39.95

Westholme Wagyu Strip Steak*US$55.95

Surcharge

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Summer House - Chicago offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Summer House - Chicago restaurant rated?

Is Summer House - Chicago currently accepting bookings?

Summer House - Chicago

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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