Berghoff

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• If one was restricted to taking all meals in only one restaurant in the world, my choice would be The Berghoff, hands down!. Most restaurants have one or two good things on the menu. I've tried almost every item and each is hearty, delectible and a delight to eat. It would be impossible to get tired of the cuisine.Berghoff's my choice for most consistently wonderful meals! (The dark beer isn't bad either!)

  by jeffschlesinger

  
  

• It's closed.

  by theJ

  
  

• My father-in-law, LeRoy Dawson just passed in Feb of this year at 96 years old. He worked at the Federal Reserve for 37 years and ate very often at the Berghoff. He always raved how wonderful it was. Our family made a trip to Chicago this past month and visited the Berghoff - absolutely amazing - everything was exactly as it was many years ago - hope to return and would definitely say this is a must for ANYONE visiting Chicago. Rated by our family (and father-in-law) *****************. Thank you for a wonderful experience!

  by escoiffer611

  
  

• food was excellent,plenty of it and service was excellent. my first time there I would eat there again when in Chicago.

  by rudy3

  
  

• A wonderful old line restaurant. Trendy? Nope. Great food, great service, great time? Yes! Smack dab in the heart of The Loop.

  by barbqbill

  
  

• This is the best

  by djsmiley_euro_st

  
  

• (b)This is the (big)best

  by djsmiley_euro_st

  
  

• This very large downtown restaurant is simply great! Wonderful German food- try the schnitzel stuffed with Swiss cheese, red cabbage, and dark rye bread. However, my wife once ordered a seafood platter, and it was superb! They can cook everything well. Waiters are somewhat 'no-nonsense', but serve without a glich. Wash it down with a great German beer, catch the El for a 3:05 start at Wrigley Field, and you will have a super day.

  by JimBaymiller

  
  

• YOU CAN'T EXPERIENCE CHICAGO WITHOUT EVER DINING AT THE BERGHOFF. IT BRINGS BACK THE ORIGINAL OLD WORLD MEANING OF HOW DINING USED TO BE. ALSO THE HOSE BEER (BERGHOFF BEER) IS BREWED AT AN OLD GERMAN BREWERY IN MONROE WI. BERGHOFF BREWERY, OWNED BY HUBER BREWERY.

  by rudy7

  
  

• The Berghoff Hefeweisen is so smooth and amazing!

  by Tim C.

  
  

• Beer! Try the pierogies and plank salmon.

  by Jessica Placencia

  
  

• Give visiting execs a taste of old Chicago with a reservation at this iconic establishment. Since 1898, it’s served steins of German beer and corned beef sandwiches.

  by PureWow

  
  

• Lovely interior and tasty sausages

  by Peter A

  
  

• There's a reason they're a Chicago classic. Really good German food.

  by Jillian Burnickas

  
  

• Classic German fare. The schnitzel combo platter a must

  by max l.

  
  

• The pretzel is very good, but it is a meal on its own. Be careful and don't order it if you're planning on having much else!

  by Michelle

  
  

• La comida muy buena y los meseros súper atentos

  by Elvy Mier

  
  

• The creamed spinach is a pretty awesome side as well as the spaetzle! Delicious.

  by Tana B.

  
  

• Sauerbraten!!!!

  by Tim C.

  
  

• Traditional German cuisine with all your schnitzel needs. Be sure to get one of their Berghoff brews to wash it all down.

  by Colin R.

  
  

• Anything German. The Pretzels!!

  by Rebekah A.

  
  

• The Rahm Schnitzel was perfect for lunch. Very tasty, not over cooked and a good portion.

  by Jersey S

  
  

• Molasses crusted pork chop!!

  by Nohra C

  
  

• Best Downtown Activities according to radicalpossibility.com

  by Amanda

  
  

• The lower level sandwich bar serves awesome bratwursts! Don't forget the sauerkraut!!!

  by Rick M

  
  

• They have so much good food; the waitress was very helpful in finding me vegetarian dishes. The pretzel is enormous and so fun! Potato pancakes and mashed potatoes were really good.

  by Karleigh C

  
  

• I love this restaurant whenever I'm in Chicago. Whether it's pierogies and fish in the main restaurant or Corned beef from the carvery downstairs. It's always been good!

  by Greg R

  
  

• Get the giant pretzel and a root beer!

  by Louis Klieger

  
  

• The food was good. Not authentic but good. The beer was okay. The history and restaurant itself are pretty amazing. Our waitress was borderline rude when I asked about the foursquare special.

  by Neil K.

  
  

• Beer flights available. Recommend one with the pretzel if you're just in to grab a quick bite and a brew.

  by Chris R.

  
  

• Make sure you make reservations for Saturday lunch or you may have a long wait.

  by ISC C.

  
  

• Dark beer + sausage trio = amazing dinner. And the sauerkraut was delicious!

  by Anamaria H.

  
  

• Schnitzel and spatzel are great. Lots of old German Americans here!

  by Spork T.

  
  

• Wasn't pleased with the weinersnitzel

  by Marin Hoag

  
  

• Awesome Wiener schnitzel and great gluten free choices.

  by Dawn B

  
  

• Schnitzel!

  by Alison D

  
  

• Founded in 1898, this Chicago institution offers an irresistible Apple Strudel, made with tart Granny Smith apples and topped with a warm caramel sauce.

  by Food Network

  
  

• The food and the service were fantastic. Always a pleasure to eat here...

  by Leo P

  
  

• El sampler es la mejor opción

  by Nayeli Jiménez

  
  

• My mom used to tell stories about when she would go here with her father and grandfather so I took her here for lunch recently. She said it made her sad to see what it has become and that it's ruined.

  by Chance M.

  
  

• Phenomenal. If you're a History aficionado=boner alert.100+ year old restaurant that's seen Chicago from Al Capone days (sorry) to today's eclecticism. Bacon wrapped shrimp + sausage trio 👌

  by Anna B.

  
  

• Food was great. The beer was just ok though the atmosphere makes up for it.

  by Daniel M.

  
  

• Try the Berghoff cafe in the basement open weekdays for lunch. Cheap and quick options.

  by Kara H

  
  

• Schnitzel and full liters of bier - Prost!

  by Ryan A

  
  

• Check out Berghoff's Restaurant as seen on Sugar High

  by TV Food Maps

  
  

• Good food, but the homemade beer is where this place stands out. Plus, Berghoff has immense historical value.

  by Joseph Blewitt

  
  

• Unique atmosphere, everything on the menu is good! Looking for a salad with flavor? Cajun chicken salad is great!

  by Carol M.

  
  

• Great for lunch. They have a huge pretzel dish, and quality sandwich items with German sausages. I like the variety of bread served before the meal. Free root beer with check in!

  by Pocket Sun

  
  

• The Berghoff salad is really good and so is the root beer!

  by Dawson Z

  
  

• Amazing Gluten-free options here. Everything that is available is clearly marked

  by Jonathan J.

  
  

• Steak sandavicðŸ‘�

  by Nur

  
  

• The legendary, century-old German haunt has added a few modern dishes to the menu over recent years (bacon-wrapped shrimp, molasses-crusted salmon), but we stick with the way things were.

  by Time Out Chicago

  
  

• Ask for the off the menu Berghoff dark ale. It's 10% alcohol, the strongest beer they have on tap.

  by Vivian S.

  
  

• We ordered a berhoff burger and a wiener schnitzel. While the burger was ok, the schnitzle was probably fried in the same oil they use to fry fish: It had a taste of fried squid.

  by Giuseppe J

  
  

• I have a hard time making decisions, so the beer sampler was just my style

  by Angelica Dongallo

  
  

• The chips, buy them.

  by Derek Q.

  
  

• Never leave without trying their root beer -- one of the best in the planet.

  by Doc L

  
  

• Can't go wrong with the rueben and house chips

  by Derek P.

  
  

• Great root beer, great value, nice but a little slow service. Will come back again!

  by Pocket Sun

  
  

• Try the Corned Beef Sandwich On Rye

  by Josh K.

  
  

• Tiffany is a great bartender. Great personality and really good at her job.

  by Dana D.

  
  

• If you can't fit dessert, order coffee. It smells like heaven and isn't bitter. Definitely not your average cup of joe.

  by Laura A

  
  

• First visited in early 60"s when had all male wait staff. Great German pub and Restaurant with traditional German dishes.

  by Ted C.

  
  

• The beer flight was awesome. A great way to taste them all

  by Courtney P.

  
  

• classic spot. plate lunch during week. fire.

  by sellputs

  
  

• The roast need is awesome

  by Chicago Sam S.

  
  

• The sausage trio is pretty good

  by Pablo M

  
  

• The Wiener schnitzel was good but the Sausage Trio was the best!

  by Krista W.

  
  

• Unfortunately, this place is deceiving (food & service). If you are looking for a "biergarten"-style restaurant, this is not the place.

  by Marc A

  
  

• Love their dark german beer!

  by Anisha M.

  
  

• A great piece of Chicago, worth a visit.

  by Christopher T.

  
  

• Good pretzel buns.

  by Christopher T.

  
  

• Best root beer and chips!

  by Angela K

  
  

• Great food! Wonderful service! Fantastic brews!!

  by Jeff N.

  
  

• Wow turkey meatballs and potato dumplings were top shelf!

  by Justin D.

  
  

• Awesome service!

  by Shawn T

  
  

• Make sure to get a mug of Berghoff brand root beer while here!

  by Lisa W.

  
  

• The bratwust could use quite a bit more flavor, but luckily there was spicy brown mustard to save it. Chips are good though

  by Keilon L.

  
  

• Great Staff!! Awesome food!!

  by Mike R.

  
  

• Excellent atmosphere and food. Full of charm. Beautiful murals of the World's Fair. Came here St. Patrick's Day weekend & had the best Reuben I've ever had. Highly recommend!

  by Aaron K.

  
  

• Delicious!

  by Anthony B

  
  

• Great ambiance. Mediocre service.

  by Anthony H.

  
  

• Go to the restaurant side if you want better service.

  by Mike T.

  
  

• The meeting of Gotham's mob bosses in The Dark Knight.

  by Amanda A.

  
  

• Thanks for the FREE root beer! The lamb burger was delicious.

  by Mark B.

  
  

• The lamb chops were delicious. The beer flight was good as well. The dark beer was my favorite.

  by Chris N

  
  

• Try the Bratwurst Sandwich On Pretzel Roll

  by Josh K.

  
  

• Try the House Made Root Beer

  by Josh K.

  
  

• Try the Onion And Apple Soup

  by Josh K.

  
  

• Chef Carlyn comes from four generations of gourmet chefs--so she knows the importance of a top-notch culinary education. Find out more about where Chef Berghoff learned her skills.

  by The Culinary Institute of America

  
  

• I'm sure you've heard this before, but you HAVE to get the pot roast. Best ever. And wash it down with their root beer. Mmmmmm.

  by Becky

  
  

• Try the Apple Strudel - #sweet (via @Foodspotting)

  by Olexandr I.

  
  

• Try the Schnitzel Ala Holstein (via @Foodspotting)

  by Olexandr I.

  
  

• Best root beer I ever had! :)

  by �Evelyn

  
  

• [Charles M. Palmer, 1872] See what Chicago looked like before the Great Fire, including an 1872 cast-iron façade. Visit this famous restaurant's bakery.

  by Eliane v.

  
  

• This is a Chicago landmark. The Berghoff is housed in one of the first buildings built in the Loop after the Chicago Fire.

  by Drew F.

  
  

• The perogie appetizer is excellent and goes well with the free root beer you get for checking in.

  by Jake S.

  
  

• Try the hefeweisen. Delicious!

  by Zach H.

  
  

• Chef Carlyn comes from four generations of gourmet chefs - so she knows the importance of a top-notch culinary education. Find out more about where Chef Berghoff learned her skills.

  by The Culinary Institute of America

  
  

• Root beer is amazing

  by Karri K.

  
  

• Great way to unwind; try the beer flight

  by ISC C.

  
  

• Best Rubin & Root Beer in recent memory.

  by tblanx

  
  

• The dark beer is great here.

  by Graham D.

  
  

• We'd love to go everywhere during Restaurant Week but can't. Show us what you think we should eat the next time we're at The Berghoff w/a picture of your dish. Tweet it to us @motorola. Happy eating!

  by Motorola M.

  
  

• dont forget to check in for a free glass of root beer.

  by Todor K.

  
  

• The turkey BLT on rye was awesome! Make sure to try the amber beer.

  by Melissa R.

  
  

• A Chicago classic! Try the seasonal Berghoff beer. Great place to grab dinner/drinks before a show at the Bank of America Theatre.

  by Amanda C.

  
  

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  by EventAdviser.com

  
  

• The root beer is fantastic!

  by Leah W.

  
  

• Amazing beer! Warm and friendly atmosphere at the bar, look for Matais, amazing service!!!

  by Becky D.

  
  

• Cantidad y encanto a precios asequibles!

  by Mona C.

  
  

• Be sure to chew your food...

  by Dave N.

  
  

• Must have desserts!

  by Amanda Y.

  
  

• Burger was under cooked and overall pricey for the taste

  by Madhav S.

  
  

• An authentic German restaurant and Chicago landmark...

  by Bruce P.

  
  

• First establishment in Chicago to obtain a liquor license following prohibition.

  by David W.

  
  

• You need to get the corned beef hash as a meal or a side.

  by Dave N.

  
  

• The onion and apple soup is not to be ignored

  by Beth Lynn E.

  
  

• Closes at 9.

  by Jeffrey J.

  
  

• Old German place. Very cool. beautiful woodwork and great food!

  by Tayla T.

  
  

• Chad makes the best bloody mary and margaritas in chicago.

  by Zoe T.

  
  

• For a quick lunch, try a sandwich or a wurst from the Berghoff Café on the lower level of this elegant tea room. -- Green Guide Editor

  by Michelin Travel & Lifestyle

  
  

• Penny Johnson's Favorite Restaurant in Chicago

  by REALCLUB43

  
  

• Best root beer ever!!

  by Amy J.

  
  

• Unlock the root beer special by checking in - photo of real beer, though looks the same

  by Ira S.

  
  

• Great chipsand dark beer, and a great place to return to

  by Ira S.

  
  

• best bar in chicago, still despite all attempts to remodel.

  by Graham R.

  
  

• The best Pot Roast I have ever had. Period.

  by Nikki A.

  
  

• Try the Jagerschnitzel. Delicious! Fast service on one of Chicago's oldest restaurants.

  by Ricardo T.

  
  

• chipotle chicken sandwich is the best and probably the cheapest sandwich they have. Also the only sandwich that comes with a side of chips!

  by Art C.

  
  

• The Spagetti Squash Ravioli is amazing!

  by Brittany G.

  
  

• The Berghoff Cafe is in the lower level of the Berghoff Restaurant! Quick, casual, cafeteria-style dining.

  by Berghoff J

  
  

• Their dark beer is great. Very authentic German flavor.

  by Eric S.

  
  

• Mac and Cheese is the absolute best I've ever had.

  by Andrew O.

  
  

• For a spot-on favorite, try the juicy, not fatty, corned beef served on hot house-made rye bread.

  by Crain's Chicago Business

  
  

• The sauerbraten is excellent--lots of flavor! Get some red cabbage on the side.

  by Meg

  
  

• If you're waiting for your drink, you may want to pack a lunch. These bartenders don't really care.

  by Deb J

  
  

• Check out liquor license no. 1 in the Bar!

  by Amber F

  
  

• The Berghoff is currently open during weekday lunch hours, or for private events.

  by Explore Chicago

  
  

• In "The Dark Knight" (2008), Lt Gordon (Gary Oldman) arrests the gangster Sal Maroni while he is enjoying dinner, in scenes shot at The Berghoff restaurant.

  by Explore Chicago

  
  

• Opened in 1898, The Berghoff serves German American fare, and is one of the oldest restaurants in the city.

  by Explore Chicago