They used to be fantastic and had a menu that was built around offal. Now, the food is fine. That's all. Just... fine. Add in that it's crowded and very noisy and I'm not going to make any special trips to go there. Correction, I'm not going to make any trips there. There's far more interesting choices at this price point. read more

Dropped by for an early breakfast and to check out how natural lighting pours into an otherwise dark rustic pub. Waiter service was great and friendly. Foot traffic is to a minimum in the morning as the rest of Logan Square slowly awakes. For breakfast, the pork belly benedict and beef shank au poivre were excellent choices. Pork belly benedict. A crispy slice of ramen grade pork belly on top a toasted biscuit embellished with a handful of carrot shreds, bacon bits and poached egg. Paired with a side of salad greens = excellence. Beef shank au poivre. Both taste profile and presentation are a work of art. I especially liked the hints of peppercorn and truffle. read more

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I came here for brunch on Sunday. We were told the wait would be 45 minutes to an hour so we sipped on coffee while waiting to get a table. When you walk in here it looks kinda dark but they have more seating in the back which is more open and airy, as well as outdoor seating. Luckily the wait actually ended up being only like 20-25 minutes. After a lot of deliberation we decided to get the breakfast burrito ($9, plus $2 to add avocado) and the elotes Benedict ($16). Several of their other options from the brunch and lunch menu looked good but our waiter recommended the elotes Benedict so we decided to try it out. I was leaning towards the biscuit and pork sausage gravy instead but unfortunately they were out. We also got a side of sausage (2 pieces for $5). The breakfast burrito was just ok. It had a whole lot of potatoes and barely any chorizo. The burrito is also pretty small in comparison to breakfast burritos I've had at other brunch places. The elotes Benedict was a letdown. For $16 you get one corn cake with an egg on top and the rest of the dish is JUST POTATOES. The potatoes part wasn't even mentioned in the description of this dish. I don't really like potatoes so I was not pleased that 2/3 of this dish was just that. Not worth $16. The Benedict part itself though was pretty good. Overall 2-3 stars for food. I would not come back here for brunch. read more

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We stopped at Longman & Eagle after stumbling upon so blogs recommending their bloody mary. The outdoor patio was beautiful! I got the bloody and it was decent. Not the best I have ever had, but definitely flavorful with a teeny tiny beer chaser on the side. Some others tried the burger and fries. I had a few fries which were definitely fresh cut and delicious. They all very much enjoyed their burgers! Outdoor patios are very dog-friendly! read more

Longman & Eagle - bloody mary - Gastropubs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Best Manhattan and Boulevardier I've had in a long time. A definite go-to for their whiskey knowledge and collection.

The chicken and waffles had a good texture but were extremely sweet, as was the whiskey cocktail I ordered. Sweet potato mash + maple syrup + bourbon butter sounded good, but in execution it was just sugar on sugar with no heat or savoriness to cut through it. Pricey cocktail was nothing special and rather lazily poured into an old fashioned glass with no presentation, like something I'd make myself to watch TV on the couch. Bottomless tea came loose in a French press style pot and was worth the four bucks. Wait times are crazy and service is a bit slow so be sure to book a table in advance and consider avoiding the brunch rush. read more

Longman & Eagle - Chicken and waffles - Gastropubs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Longman & Eagle has restored my hope in yummy vegetables. Listen here: The brussels sprouts. Just go get them ASAP. Yes, Longman & Eagle has awesome happy hour deals. They have a great atmosphere. They have amazing service. They have an extensive gluten-free and vegetarian options. But most importantly, their crispy, savory, delightful brussels sprouts will change your life. Also worth noting, the wild boar sloppy joe was a fun main course. I don't think I've ever in my life enjoyed a sloppy joe, but L&E changed my mind on that, too. We will definitely be back! read more

I've enjoyed brunches here many times. Tried dinner on 7/29/2023. Some of the worst dining experiences I've had. The waiter and bar tender were total jerks. Halibut entrees that we've ordered were both super dry and overdone. Frequenting this place for years now, I feel we got the waiter and bartender jerks completely randomly, but why the fish so screwed up? Unless the owner is now having trouble finding quality employees, lol or maybe if you are not dressed like a hipster with a mustache and tats head to toe you automatically get arrogant service and poor quality food? read more

I came to Longman & Eagle over the summer when we could sit outside in the warm weather. They have a really cool patio/semi-outdoor area that I recommend checking out. As for the food, I had heard they were known for their burger, so.I had to try it. It was terrific. Not the best burger I've had in the city (Au Cheval), but it's a really good burger. We also got a foie gras appetizer that I highly recommend if it's on the menu. read more

These people know how to make you feel special! After our original review, they personally reached and treated us to one of the most memorable evenings we've experienced. The chef (Max) was awesome and shared a ton from the heart on why they do what they do. The whiskey manager (Tony) was equally awesome and took us on a whiskey journey that was unparalleled. His knowledge about each whiskey was incredible, and despite considering myself a whiskey connoisseur, I learned a ton from him this evening. We'll definitely be back and encourage others to try them out. They're clearly all very passionate about what they do. Ultimately, despite the initially less-than-ideal experience, they clearly care a great deal about the people that come through their doors. They want to see everyone feel like they are appreciated, and they definitely made us feel that way. read more

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Very tasty and creative place! Some dishes were a slight miss - thus the 4 stars - but we really enjoyed our time here on a summer day. We ate outdoors and liked the atmosphere and the service. - Broiled oyster - pretty tasty, though very strongly fishy (likely because of the crab butter)! - Smoked trout dip - this was the star of the meal. The crackers that came with it were so complex and tasty, and the dip was smoky, creamy and addictive. My husband who "doesn't like fish" wouldn't stop devouring this! - Spring peas and burrata over bread - the texture here was great. I loved the pop of the peas, with the delicate pea tendrils, and then the creaminess of the burrata. The only thing was the peas really needed some salt and pepper - they were very bland bit just a little kick would have brought out more of their flavor. - Pork shoulder with vegetables - I'm not sure if this is the same pork shoulder they still have on their menu (may have changed). The meat was good, but really overwhelmed by the very viniagrette-heavy vegetables on top. The veggies really overpowered the meat and would have been better on the side. Would come here again for the smoked trout dip - but was still missing a few points here and there. read more

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Do not go to this pretentious, overpriced bar which would not allow a party of four to celebrate a birthday with a cake and two balloons as it is"not our vibe." Really, what is your vibe? read more

I've only come here for Brunch/Breakfast and have been here a few times over the years. They use fresh, seasonal, local ingredients here so their prices reflect that. Sometimes I've been absolutely blown away by my dish, other times not quite so exciting. I've always experienced very good service. Loved the Elote Benedict on their current brunch menu. Very inventive and quite delicious. So glad our waiter recommended this! I like being able to sub greens for the fried potatoes, too. Longman & Eagle was the first place I ever ate chicken and waffles a few years ago. I was so excited by it, I've ordered it many other places since. When I ordered it a 2nd time at L&E, I realized a lot of places do chicken & waffles better. It's one of their pricier options on the menu. Atmosphere is quite pleasant and it's an enjoyable breakfast/brunch spot. read more

Longman & Eagle - Elote Benedict with side of greens - Gastropubs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We had heard great things about Longman & Eagle and were excited for our first visit. We went during the week for brunch where we were just slightly saddened to hear that the rotating donut options were only available on the weekends. Fortunately, our breakfast quickly made us forget about the donuts. Their website lists their menu but also mentions that the offerings change and it was only to be used as a reference. Luckily for us, there was one menu item we saw online that we were able to order for breakfast-- the elotes eggs benedict. Sitting atop a perfectly crisp corn cake was a beautifully poached egg, avocado, corn, and a sour cream hollandaise. The benedict was served with spiced crispy potatoes and a lime for a little added zest. This unique spin on an eggs benedict was absolutely perfect. As a side, we ordered a plate of bacon which was rather different than we expected. The bacon was crisp and dry like a cracker--unlike any bacon we've had in the past. With our breakfast, we enjoyed fresh squeezed orange juice and a really nice rustic atmosphere. Their drink menu includes an extensive array of whiskeys and bourbons--if you're into that kind of thing! read more

Longman & Eagle - Elotes Eggs Benedict - Gastropubs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

After reading up on the reviews and hearing praise directly from a friend, alas, I finally get to try the place. Longman & Eagle is the girl/guy that you want to love, but only end up liking...as a good friend. Lucky for us, there was only a 5min wait for a table of 3 on a Tuesday night. I have tried coming here before only to find out a 2hr wait on a Thursday night, so this was a pleasant surprise regardless. Drinks: The Great Pretender cocktail was excellent. Smooth and refreshing without having that cheap sweet taste to it. Would definitely get it again. Cocktail selection is excellent, draft beer selection leaves a little more to be desired as there was only 1 Stout available. Food: hits with some misses. I do applaud some of the creativity. Small plates sharing style with seasonal ingredients so menu changes regularly. Basically half their menu is appetizer portion while the other half is entree sized. The server will most likely tell you where the cut off is in sizes. I would recommend for the not completely starving omnivore to order 1 app + 1 entree per person. So for 3 people (1 starving, 2 hungry but not famished), we ordered 3 apps and 3 entrees. Disclaimer: I had 3/4 of an au cheval burger 3hrs before this dinner though. This bite-sized starter that was scallop? topped with garnish on a piece of toast. Delicious! My favorite bite of the night! And guess what? It was on the house ^_^ Foie Gras torchon - very buttery, but bland flavor. We all agreed that we did not like the garnish with it. Too much of some kind of spice (clove?) that some bites were unpleasant. Wouldn't order again unless you're massively craving foie gras. Apple walnut endive salad - wonderful presentation, pretty classic, prepped with 2 types of apples (one freshly sliced and another prepped), I would pass on this next time even though I love apple walnut salad - this was a miss Hamachi crudo - good, more on the citrusy side, not as good as Girl and the Goat Slagel Burger (comes with beef fat fries) - good - my friend scarfed down every single bite Scallops - 4 large seared with marrow, mushrooms and cauliflower, delicious Gnocchi - cooked wonderfully, and I always love the sight of a one hour egg's yellow glutinous contents being split open in a dish, if you're a fan of gnocchi, order it! Bottom line: come here if you're in the neighborhood and there's not a long wait, otherwise, you'll feel like you were stood up on a date. read more

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The food and drink menu are spectacular. I've never had a bad experience here. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. read more

Wish this place would take reservations. I guess if folks honored their reservations, and canceled if they changed their minds places would feel safe taking them. Haven't been here for 9 years. Arrived at 6:15pm and told the wait would be 2 1/2 hours! Thankfully, the universe had our backs and we were able to snag 3 seats at the bar 10 minutes in. We decided to eat @ the bar as after 1 hour the wait was still an additional 90 minutes! I'd say their chicken was the best dish had. My mushroom ravioli were too raw--A couple of tads too al dente. The salmon dish was reportedly yummy. The trout appetizer was very good. It's warm. The pickles with it were a nice addition. The deconstructed pineapple upside down cake was very nice. The broiled oysters were meh. Cocktails were good. Ambiance good--defintiely a gastropub, not a restaurant vibe. Service was very good at the bar. Go before 5:30pm or after 8:30pm and you'll have a minimum wait. read more

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We stayed here and loved it. The room was very comfortable. The minibar that was reasonably priced. We got burgers delivered and I asked for the two complimentary shots as well and asked if they can bring up two they recommend, which they gladly did. It was fantastic service. read more

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Longman & Eagle was probably my favorite restaurant i visited during my weekend in chicago COME EARLY it gets packed quickly! we weren't hungry so we came for just small plates & drinks but that was enough to make me a fan --amuse bouche: blue cheese soup, YES delicious start to the meal --TETE DE COCHON: YUM, the pork was so flavorful and juicy, paired well with the pineapple & lardon --duck in a jar: MMmm delicious pieces of duck swimming in potatoes & beans --greens with goddess dressing: nothing too special but we thought we'd lighten things up with this side --wizard leaves: strong cocktail with a nice amount of bitters wish we were actually hungry and could try entrees & dessert, there will have to be a next time NOTE: the menu changes every so often so if you have a favorite, enjoy it while you can read more

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I wavered between 3 and 4 stars but I think I have to go with the 3. Longman & Eagle was recommended to me by several people and is Michelin starred so I knew I'd have to give it a try. Our group of 5 got to Longman around 7pm on Saturday night and were told it would be a 2-3 hour wait. ARGHH I hate when popular restaurants don't take reservations!! So sucked it up and wandered over to Azucar for dinner #1. By the time our table was ready, it was close to 10pm. I enjoyed the dishes, but nothing really blew my mind. The staff are super friendly and helpful and I really like the back bar where you can hang out and wait for your table. The place is pretty small, hence the multiple hour long waits and they don't take reservations :( Maybe my experience was tainted by the long wait we had, or maybe we ordered the wrong items, and although I'm glad we tried it, I don't think I'd come back. read more

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Twas the Sunday before Christmas And it was easy to decide That Longman & Eagle Was where we should dine To Logan Square we go Put my name on the list 8 tables in front of us Wait-time: ~45 minutes And so to kill the time We head to New Wave Coffee This works out fine, The hostess would call me A fine beginning Expectations were high Two foodies in the 'hood To give L&E a try To sum it up (between two) Four plates did we orrrder: (#1) Crispy beef fat fries with A sloppy joe of wild boarrr (#2) And potato gnocchi With truffle and roe (#3) artisanal cheese plate (#4) their famous bone marrow The lighting was dim Our server was curt The convo next to us Completely overheard Since the space between tables: Two inches wide. When you're talking during dinner You better have nothing to hide People are raving, They love it, they love it But I couldn't get over Their sub-par service So "meh" was the sentiment We both were not thrilled I'll check this place off my list: At least we left filled Three stars is just average So I figured rhyming Would seem less bland to detail This "nose to tail" dining (Btw though: the owners have another Restau they've done well with By Thalia Hall & Punch House Called "Dusek's" in Pilsen) read more

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Longman & Eagle has some awfully amazing food! But the service is very mediocre. Let me rephrase that, the hostess was great and friendly...but our waitress was not so great and friendly. I'm sorry to say she's what held Longman & Eagle from a 5 star rating for me. I would go back in a second though and I'm sure with a great waiter will bump my rating up a notch! The drink menu is very extensive with some great selections! We went for lunch and here's my take on the goods. Pork Belly BLT - Amazing. Very good! Beef Fat Fries - Very good but nothing to right home about. Cheese Grits - Super cheesy and so tasty! Really good and not to be missed! Orrechiete Pasta w/White Cheddar, Fontina Fondata, Gruyere & Pork Cheek - Yep it was a super cheesey brunch for me. I love classy mac & cheese! It was so creamy and delicious plus the pork added some great depth to this classic dish. All in all, I'll be back! read more

Love atmosphere. Food and Drinks was great. Service just okay. Always been my favorite spot! read more

Longman & Eagle - Gastropubs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My wife and I came here to celebrate Valentines Day on a Saturday afternoon. We ordered Longman Manhattan, Improved Gimlet, Butternut Squash, Wild Boar Sloppy Joe, and the Fried Chicken Sandwich. Our favorites were the drinks cause it had the right amount of alcohol and the Butternut Squash cause it was fresh with so many flavors. Overall, great restaurant for a date in Logan Square. read more

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We came back bc of our wonderful experience last time with an out of town guest. This time their menu was meh.... sloppy joe...amish chicken...grilled salmon ...and $15 for tomato salad with essence of tuna flavor? All tried and ho hum. Boring! The food was good. The waitress was ok...kinda short in response. She didnt seem interested at all...or even faked it. The drinks were okay too. Honest, it was a bit of a let down bc the food was just ordinary this time with no bone marrow or anything special. For the price I'd expect something unique. Maybe all of these hipster places are played out for us residents. We may give it another try but doubt it. read more

Longman & Eagle - Bone marrow on toast - Gastropubs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Old school and hipster place. Great menu and I love any place that has the balls to put spam on the menu!! Service was a 5 star experience Menu was a 5 star rating Food was a 5 star execution read more

Longman & Eagle - Salmon - Gastropubs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

If I could sum up Longman & Eagle's aesthetic / mood in 4 words, it would be: New American hipster chic. From decor to food, they take some classic combinations and dressed them up in unconventional ways to reinvent color and flavor profiles. After an afternoon of dress alterations, my fellow bridesmaid and I decided to celebrate that we still fit into our gowns by pigging out here. My life is all about making bad decisions. First up was an amuse bouche of tuna tartare with compressed peach and pickled daikon. As raw fish comprises ~50% of my diet (the other half being cheese), I've had a fair share of tartares, and the peach and radish were a radically different take on adding acid/lightness/sugar to the fish. I liked it. A lot. We split quite a few small plates. The foie gras ($15) came out first, and it was beautifully smooth. With sweet fig and a blueberry gastrique, the kitchen really added their own twist to the traditional torchon with brioche. The next dish, seared scallops with corn and fava beans ($12) was also a hit. I love English peas; the puree was subtle and a delicious complement to the perfectly cooked seafood. Finally, we shared the hiramasa tartare, which had compressed mango, cucumber and an avocado puree ($14). After eating the first tuna tartare amuse, I was a little curious to see how a small plate of yellowtail (hamachi) tartare would compare. Both fish were delicious, but the avocado puree on this plate rounded out and elevated the dish. For my entree I had the pork belly ($19). They sold me with the corn-bacon risotto and chanterelles. This plate was much darker and earthier than our appetizers. I wasn't prepared for it - it was an explosion of fall/late summer flavors, and the black garlic emulsion in particular added a serious bitterness to the dish. Finally, though we were groaning with satiety, we *had* to peek at the dessert menu. Of course, we also *had* to split a gianduja creme brulee ($8) - chocolatey, hazelnutty and creamy. Executed with perfect technique - what's not to like? Service was great and the atmosphere was awesome. We breathed a breath of relief upon arriving sans reservation around 6 pm. There was no line, so we got right in, but there was definitely a crowd when we were leaving. I'd keep this spot in my go-to meal repertoire along with sola and avec. read more

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Went for my brother's birthday with a reservation in the evening. I was incredibly excited for this place because I heard good things. Unfortunately the rain caused everyone dining on the patio to be rushed to a location inside. So our reservation was pushed back to an estimated hour. On our arrival back we unfortunately had to wait a bit longer which was no big issue. We had plans for the rest of the evening but had to push them all back because of the delay. We were seated in the back at a table close to the kitchen. It was cozy and the restaurant was packed. We all ordered a Sazerac while we gandered at the menu. They had a very diverse menu but we decided to keep it simple as we had an evening planned. So we ordered a burger and fried chicken sandwich. The burger tasted as if it had too much fat in the beef mix and the creamy typically delicious accent of cheese added to the already fatty patty. Putting it simply it was a creamy fatty bomb with each bite. Not my thing. It either needs some acidity to cut the fat or more lean beef in the patty ratio. My brother said his fried chicken sandwich was good, but definitely not something he would be frequently coming back for to satiate a crave. The Sazerac was the shining part of the meal Atmosphere: cozy, warm Food/drinks: not to my taste. Maybe If I go back I'll try something else. Sazerac made my night. Service: friendly, accommodating Room for improvement: possibly change the ratio of fat vs lean beef in the burger patty. read more

Was super excited to try this place, and luckily snagged a table for two right before the dinner rush on Saturday night. I had been starving after a day of climbing so we decided to order 4 dishes to start and go from there. We ordered the beef fat fries ($6) which came in a nice portion size and a unique giardiniera aioli dipping sauce. We also tried the salt baked apple ($13) which was a super light dish/salad containing cut up apple, puffed wild rice, purple cabbage and Dunbarton cheese. This had some nice flavors but wasn't satiating at all. Then came the crispy octopus ($14) in a delicious bone marrow sauce. Unfortunately the octopus was overcooked and tasted way to rubbery. Lastly, we tried the truffle pasta ($16). This was so delicious but only came with 6 small pieces of ravioli! Needless to say we were not full after the 4 dishes, but we had decided to go home instead of ordering more since we weren't super impressed with the items we ordered. I also tried their signature whiskey sour ($10) which was one of the best whiskey sours I've ever had. Not sure if we had just ordered the wrong items on the menu...but we also heard that they had a new chef who redid the menu and removed some of the dishes that made Longman and Eagle famous. read more

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Wow wow wow. I see what all the hype is about this one Michelin star restaurant. In Logan Square right across the street from the CTA blue line stop. Very unpretentious atmosphere with servers that wait on you just enough. Very casual, went early weekday morning and was the only customer. It felt almost like being in an Old West saloon! Except without the cowboys. Hipster staff. Had the duck egg hash. Initially, it looked kind of small but that was deceptive - extremely filling! There was a ton of duck meat hidden under the duck egg and very little potato. Truffle just added to the dish! I would definitely come back. Heard it's crazy on weekends. read more

Longman & Eagle - Duck egg hash - Gastropubs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I'd been wanting to check out Longman & Eagle since I had their amazing 1st place winning offering at Baconfest last April but the opportunity didn't present itself until last weekend. I was meeting up with a friend in her hood of Logan Square and we decided to pop in for brunch there. First off--I was surprised that there was no wait. Maybe it's normal there for brunch but I come from the land of Lakeview where all the good brunch places have a half hour wait minimum. At L&E we were seated right away which made my growling tummy VERY happy. The menu had many a delicious sounding item on it but I've been attempting the whole "eating healthier" thing so I went with the French toast with apples and bourbon maple syrup rather than eggs Benedict I'd been eyeing. And because I can't go without a little salty at breakfast I also got a side of the breakfast sausage. The meal was good. Not great. The French toast itself was pretty basic, nothing special. The apples on top were spiced well and the honey crème fraiche that came with it gave it a nice sweet and soured bite. The bourbon maple syrup was delicious and it was just the right amount (a little coated on the plate, rather than drowning the whole dish). My biggest complaint were my sausages--they were cold and not really that interesting flavorwise. If I had realized that the side of those was going to set me back $5 I would have sent them back and asked for them to be reheated but ah well. The servers were on the ball and kept our water glasses and coffee cups full which is a plus. My friend got the eggs Benedict I had been itching for and she was a fan. I took a bite and the heirloom tomatoes were a nice touch but they weren't the best eggs Benedict I've ever had (although not the worst). Perhaps I went into the brunch with my expectations a bit too high after the awesome Baconfest dish I had and the excellent scores I've seen on here. I'd definitely go back here for another meal because it wasn't bad in the slightest. Just not really reaching my favorite brunch places in Chicago level yet. But I'll give it another shot. I'd also really be interested in trying it for dinner since most of the rave reviews seem to come from that. read more

Longman & Eagle - Apple French Toast with Honey Creme Fraiche - Gastropubs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

If you are looking to set a record for the longest, drawn out, non-prix fixe meal you definitely didn't see coming, try Longman and Eagle. Our casual Monday night dinner turned into an extra leisurely, molasses-paced 2.5 hour event. This was unexpected. I should've asked to nap in one of the hotel rooms upstairs. I'll take room #76, kthxbye. The beer battered soft shell crab entree had me salivating at hello. I didn't have any issues taking the whole dish down bc 1) there wasn't all too much of it, and 2) when you batter and fry anything, it tastes all the much more better. I do wish the crab to batter ratio was much, much greater. My friend's bone marrow small plate was savory and delicious. It is a whiskey bar, but I opted for a tequila cocktail, which was pretty and held me over... for a few minutes. The dessert course was inhaled by the trio of us without any shame, though the abundance of flavors and textures all on one dish was almost overwhelming. Keep it simple! My favorite of the twinkie, sesame donuts, and praline terrine was the terrine. I had read great things about L&E for a while , but I reco you skip this one and move on to the next restaurant on your list. read more

Longman & Eagle - Soft shell crab - Gastropubs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I came in to grab me a good Old Fashioned and I wasn't disappointed. Great selections of Whiskey and Bourbon. The Oldie had a nice kick to it with very light sweetness. I would come back to check this spot out again. #goodoldfashionedchicago read more

Longman & Eagle - Old Fashioned - Gastropubs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Oh man sooo good. So many people have told me about this place, but I was never able to make my way here because it's not in the downtown area so it's a little inconvenient. But it's been on my bucket list for so long, and I finally decided to make the effort. I came for lunch and fasted the night before to be a little gluttonous without feeling too guilty afterwards. I ordered from both extremes: sweet breakfast challah french toast and savory lunch burger. I'd have to say I was more impressed by the french toast, but the burger was delcious! Both dishes plated beautifully and the burger cooked as requested, a juicy medium rare. I'm not huge on breakfast or sweets so it's a nice rare treat and I'm glad I decided to get the french toast. I don't think you'll be disappointed. read more

Longman & Eagle - Medium rare prefection - Gastropubs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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A surprising Michelin Star awarded gastropub in an unassuming neighborhood hot spot where hipsters come together to dine over such items like wild boar sloppy joes paired with a good bottle of whiskey. Their menu items change frequently so something I was able to try may no longer be offered on your visit. Slow Roasted Cauliflower -- Melt-in-your-mouth cauliflower slow roasted to perfection. Lentil, and carmelized onion is what supported the cauliflower while the entire dish was topped with cucumber raita and mango. A lot of different flavors that all came together to give the usually distasteful vegetable a wonderful taste. Wild Boar Sloppy Joe -- The infamous Sloppy Joe everyone boasts about when Longman & Eagle is mentioned. You will see a slew of pictures of this average Joe burger that has been gussied up by Chef Jared Wentworth. Boring ground beef simply isn't good enough around these parts. You're getting wild boar in this sloppy Joe. To top that off, there's also lightly deep-fried onion, pickled jalapeno and crispy sage. Think you're getting regular fries with that? Think not because Chef Wentworth wants you to pair your Wild Boar Sloppy Joe with some fries fried with beef fat. Couldn't really tell the difference with the beef frat fries but there was a new type of flavor that you don't normally taste with fries. Warm Gruyere Donuts -- Deep fried sweet bread shaped into donuts stuffed with hazelnut mascarpone sitting on lightly sweet fig jam and drizzled with honey. The donut bread tasted like it had just popped out of the oven with a sweet aroma that whaffs through your nostrils. It just brings you back and beg for more. Dark Chocolate Crispy Fernet Pave -- Easily the favorite of the night. The dark chocolcate pave was flavored with a hint of fernet. Think elegant chocolate bar with caramel pudding and gelato. Dark chocolate is bitter but when you pair it with caramel and sweet gelato, it complimented each other well. We all had to fight for the last bite. Our waiter was adorable and took the time to explain some of the menu items. We never had the issue of flagging someone down. If you're not taking the train, then there is plenty of street parking nearby. read more

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Lemme update this thing with a dessert I tried recently. Black Sesame Doughnut, Coconut Tapioca, Black Sesame Puree, Powdered Coconut, Lime, Coriander, Lime & Palm Sugar Granita, Coconut Sorbet...um. Wow! I had this dessert craving that I needed to fulfill. Went to this place and saw their dessert menu. Absolutely amazing. Now on to the actual dessert. Didn't know what to expect or how this would be presented. I wish it wasn't so dark because I would have taken a picture! It was beautiful. A few small donuts that were airy, and flavorful. The tapioca was a night delicate touch with the lime and palm sugar granita and the lime gel. I loved the coconut sorbet as well! Not as strong as a coconut flavor as I'd like but it was delicious how it combined with the lime. The black sesame puree at the bottom was so delicious as it was soaked in the doughnut. Great service and such intricate flavors. One of my fave spots in Chicago. read more

Great service, great food, great bar! I have been here multiple times and I have yet to have a bad experience ( tfu tfu tfu). I came in last night and was very shocked I did not have to wait to be seated. My friend and I ordered whisky sours ( I only drink whisky at Longman). Seriously the best. I would be more than happy to consume all of my liquid calories at Longman. After we sat down the waitress gave her little shpiel and let us know it would be best if we order 3-4 dishes for the two of us. I have not been to Longman in a while and the menu hadchanged ( love that it changes seasonally, leaving a few key menu items such as the burger and sloppy joe both amazing). We were slightly indecisive but came up with items that looked appealing and we were putting it in the hands of our waitress to narrow it down. Food: Beef Tartare- Really good! I don't like beef tartare because the thought of raw meat typically grosses me out, but the lighting was so dim I decided to man up and not psych myself out. AMAZING! I would order it again Fried Chicken Roulade- I really enjoyed this but I dont' think I would order it again. the duck fat biscuits that came along with it were amazing and they should definitely put it as a bar snack option. Seared Strip Steak- SO GOOD! The strip steak was actually very light, refreshing and perfect for summer. The steak was paired with peas ( which I typically don't eat and move to the other side of my plate like a 5 year old, but they were amazing I may have literally ate them all). Over all this place is delicious the menu is very innovating, fresh, local and the cocktails are worth a trip of their own to this amazing establishment. read more

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Always such a great time coming to this gem. I've lived in Logan Square and always found myself here because the food is always great. I also love the atmosphere here because the ambiance is casual but not a wild night out. They've changed the chef since a year ago so it's great for the staff to be very accommodating to dietary restrictions. They will also let you know how big the portions are because I always order FAR too much thinking I can eat a lot more than I can handle. The menu is actually broken down from the top is smaller portions to the bottom the biggest. Definitely would recommend for anyone to try it out if you're looking for a chill vibe or even a fantastic brunch during the summer time. read more

Longman & Eagle - Pork chop - Gastropubs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We overdid it. Especially for a Monday. While I've been to L&E a few times, we're relatively new to the city and my wife hadn't visited yet. Over the weekend, while looking at L&E's instagram account, she declared we had to go Monday and try the new swedish meatball appetizer. This is the kind of ultimatum you cannot argue with. So, we hit the road early, and ended up being the first table seated of the evening. Yes, even with one Michelin star under their belt, if you go to L&E at 5pm on a Monday, you'll probably get a table. We put an order in for a round of drinks. My Manhattan was unsurprisingly perfect, but I was surprised by the house Pinot Noir. It was also great. Food is good, but it's important to note the drinks are also really good. The kitchen started us out with a CRAZY intense and delicious amuse bouche shot of shrimp bisque. The menu changes frequently, and it's quite possible this soup is not often available but damn... it was great. Thank the lord my wife isn't a super seafood fan, and I was able to down her shot of bisque as well. So so good. It tasted of the entire shrimp, with a rich and complex flavor. Our decision to order shared plates paid off, and the kitchen perfectly staggered our meal with a fantastic pace. Everything came out with absolute perfect timing. First up was the housemade paté, pickles, sourdough toast and a most amazing wholegrain mustard. Everything worked well together, but as we nibbled on things individually it became apparent everything individually was also wonderful. The pickles had a strong giardiniera nod to Chicago that I loved. Next up was the "warm" cheese gougeres filled with gruyere mornay sauce. I put warm in quotes because the cheese sauce was thrillingly HOT and melty. Imagine a stiff puff pastry, the size of a couple of a cupcake filled with delicious creamy cheese. While I will admit, we we're over the top decadent at this point, the pretzel and welsh rarebit sauce that came next pushed us over the edge. The homemade pretzel was INSANELY wonderful. It had an almost croissant level of crispy layers, and the dark brown exterior was covered in flaky salt crystals. Served hot, it paired delightfully with the rarebit sauce, and hold on a minute... can I get another Manhattan? I need something to wash all of this excitement with. For our "entrees" we ordered the brand new, previously mentioned swedish meatballs (for the wife) and the beer battered smelt with braised dandelion greens, cattail marmalade and caper gel (for me). My wife loved the meatballs. We're swedish meatball fans in general, but the sweet parsnip puree took it to another level. And my smelt? Well, it was grand. I'm a HUGE fan of smelt, but typically I only consume it in rural northern Michigan during late summer camping vacations. It's not a fish that travels far, and generally is consumed by fishermen and hunters. If you've got a good & strong seafood mind, imagine that it tastes a bit like uncured / un pickled sardines. Small in size, you can basically eat the whole thing. Typically, it's served super over fried with tartar sauce. But with dandelion greens & a caper gel? And gently fried with care? Wow. I love smelt even more now, and I thank you chef Jared Wentworth. Nice work. Caper gel, I will admit, is new to me. So bright and tangy. But if you start selling it in toothpaste sized tubes, I will buy it by the caseload. After all of this satiating, there was no turning back, and we ordered some dessert. Boy oh boy, while I'm still full hours later, I have zero regrets. The brand new "nutter butter" is something, I will beg they permanently keep this on the menu because wowee zowee it's layers of chocolate, peanut butter and creamy goodness paired with wonderful crumbles and crunchy bits.... it was amazeballs. Huge portion for two people already full by the way, and this was the first time in recent memory that we actually took a doggie bag home. Bravo L&E. Can't imagine how obscene our next visit will be, but for a Monday night surprise you've basically killed our week. Nothing will compare. read more

Delish brunch and great drinks. Staff was attentive and nice but let us have our space for conversation. Definitely check out if you are in Logan. read more