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    The Perch

    4.4 (622 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Drink menu and special July 2026 menu
    Johnfavour N.

    Eating on the patio and having a crisp beer is peak summer activities! I love perch because the food/beers are always delicious and service is great. We got the division street wings off their special menu for the world cup. The chamoy sauce pairs really well with the slightly sweet chipotle ranch. The cole slaw was really tasty too. The seared ahi tuna salad was super good! I love the chunks of mango and the seared tuna had a nice smoky flavor. The kolsch "senior skip day" was super refreshing. I also like the kick, push hazy IPA. Local pro tip: take a walk in the neighborhood streets around dusk and you might see some fireflies! There's also a local house that has a chicken farm down wood/wolcott street and some sunflowers.

    Amanda D.

    Cute and very chill esthetics! Veryyyyy quick service, honestly to the point of feeling a little rushed. Not sure if they have a rule of flipping tables quickly, but we had a show at 8pm, made our rezzie at 530p and if we would have let the server dictate our flow, we would have been out of there by 610p. Hisband orderer a nut brown, which came, but was orange in color and super hoppy. Not sure if we got the wrong beer or the sever put it in incorrectly...but he was able to swap that for an Old Fashioned and the beer was taken off our tab appropriately. Started off with the cornbread. Very good! I ordered the turkey burger with a side salad, also super flavorful. Husband had the half chicken with mashed potatoes. He loved it! Carrot cake is a crowd pleaser, and the Perch's version was an amazing rendition! Highly recommend. Patio had great vibes, although lots of children, it is dog friendly. Extra cudos for having an Oregon Pinot Noir.

    Crispy Brussels Sprouts
    Cylia B.

    Very cute happy hour and patio section. Attentive service and the Brussels sprouts are 10/10 highly recommend! Aperol spritz was ok

    Cheese Curds
    Bridget D.

    Had not been to the Perch in years, and it was a great day to stop by for apps and drinks - except that a storm made it impossible to sit on the patio! The outdoor seating is always packed during the summer. I wish they had some half off appetizers during Happy Hour as the prices were a bit steep ($16 for cheese/vegetable curds), and most of the deals were for beers. Really good service, drinks, food, and vibes overall! World Cup game was on, and the interior is a great space with high-tops, tables, and booths.

    Oreo ice Cream Sandwich
    Craig D.

    (4.15) ~ Very good neighborhood restaurant that is also a microbrewery. DRINKS: ** South Side (Irish Stout/Nitro) = (4.25) Very tasty ** Water (tap) = (4) very good, must be filtered;) * Coffee = (3.5) good FOOD: ** Cornbread = (4.25) Very tasty ** Filet Sliders = (4.25) Very good & you get three ** Prime Rib (medium-rare) = (4.25) Very good ** Mashed Potatoes = (4.25) Very good ** Lobster Deviled Eggs (see photo) = (4.15) Very creative ** Smashed Cucumbers (see photo) = (4.15) Very unique ** Cheese Curds = (4) very good ** Key Lime Pie = (4) very good ** Oreo ice Cream Sandwich (see photo) = (4) very good

    All-American Cheeseburger
    Priya K.

    Stopped in on a Saturday evening. The place is pretty large with lots of seating. In the middle of summer it was so cold in there that we were uncomfortable. The service was great. Our waitress was very attentive even though they were busy. Love that they have many beers to choose from, so I got a flight. My friend got the filet sliders and said they were slightly overcooked for her liking. I got the burger, ordered it medium and it was also a little overcooked. I do also wish the burger had any kind of sauce on it. Only had the ketchup that the fries came with. Overall, the meal was nothing special but we did enjoy it.

    Cheese Curds
    Bryanna J.

    A friend and I went to the Perch to have a cocktail before dinner with our friends elsewhere. Our waiter was very attentive. We ordered Hugo spritzes and they were strong and delicious. We ordered cheese curds to share, which were yummy, however, at least 50% vegetables which was disappointing because they were not cheap! Their happy hour menu is a bit abbreviated, so I definitely would skip it next time, as we didn't even order from it. But I would come by again to order something else off the menu!

    Filet Sliders & Rotisserie Chicken Salad
    Philip W.

    Food was good, but nothing special. Our waitress was fantastic and made the experience 10x better. Maybe we didn't order the right things but nonetheless we had a good time.

    TRADITIONAL BREAKFAST* 2 eggs your way, choice of bacon or maple sausage, hashbrowns or fruit, choice of toast
    Larry H.

    Food is consistently good here. Ordered the TRADITIONAL BREAKFAST* 2 eggs your way, choice of bacon or maple sausage, hashbrowns or fruit, choice of toast. The hash browns are really rich and I feel like I could have shared them. The servers made sure I was good on my coffee and water. Love the vibe here, the restaurant is beautiful.

    Chicken Dip
    Jessica J.

    I liked this spot!! Was briefly in town and meeting a friend. Always happy to try new restaurants and this one was a success. Love the overall vibe inside; industrial-modern!? Just a very trendy and welcoming spot. There's plenty of seating along the right, bar-side with hightops, and even more on the right where there is low dining seating. We popped into a comfy booth. Service was friendly, and speedy! He came back with our drinks in a flash. This place is a brewery so we had to try- both really liked their light, crisp pilsner on tap. They have a good size menu with all kinds of options. My friend got the chicken dip sandwich (as recommended by the server) and loved it. They had a 'specials' menu so I decided to order from there- the tuna poke was so good! Lots of flavor. Tuna was fresh. The chips were the perfect added crunch. I'd certainly return!

    Pork belly bites. Amazingly addictive
    Ericka E.

    Tried them out during restaurant week. Had such a wonderful experience, we decided we'd 'spin the block' and made another reservation for 4 weeks later before we even left the 1st reservation. We went for brunch both times. Yum! Our server Tim was top tier so we asked to sit in his area again yesterday. He rocks btw. Gives honest opinions and didn't stear us wrong. I love an honest wait staff! Only thing I was sad about was they didn't have the pork belly bites () this time (must've been specifically for restaurant week) and the shareable bacon was just a side order(3 slices=not shareable for bacon lovers) I'm pretty sure we're going back again next month to try their dinner menu. We can't wait

    Prime Rib French Dip
    Ashley H.

    This is the kind of place you can count on to have a fun night out! With a lively atmosphere and a delicious menu with something for everyone, what more could you want? The interior was classy yet unpretentious with a beautiful patio perfect for enjoying the nice summer weather. The cocktail list had some intriguing options and they had a quality beer selection. Our server was very professional and attentive throughout the meal, making for an all around great experience. For food, we ordered the prime rib french dip sandwich with fries and the turkey burger with coleslaw. The beef was super tender and not at all overcooked. I especially loved the flavorful horseradish and crusty yet chewy bread. The fries were just okay for me- I felt they could have been crispier and arrived a bit lukewarm. The turkey burger may have been one of the all around best burgers I've ever had. The meat had a perfectly crispy char while still being incredibly tender and juicy. I absolutely loved the spicy Asian-inspired slaw, which was both fresh and spicy. The side coleslaw was also excellent. The veggies were shredded super finely and soaked up the delicious slightly sweet dressing really well. Overall, we had a great visit and will 100% be back to try more of the menu!

    Akira O.

    シカゴの名店の一つ、The Perch。 天井が高く広い空間が素敵でした。アメリカ行くと食べたくなるMac&Cheese、マッシュポテトをつまみに焼きたてのチキン、プライムリブ等をいただいた。7-8品最初に注文しましたが一気にテーブルに運ばれてきたのは圧巻でした。

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    Are dogs allowed?

    Yes out on the patio

    Gluten free options?

    They are great with dietary restrictions! I was dairy and gluten free for a while and they worked with me.

    Is the patio dog friendly?

    Yes!

    Street parking tough?

    There is pay to park all over that area but typical downtown parking. You may get lucky and find a spot out front, or you may drive around for 20 minutes looking only to end up valeting. 🤷🏼‍♀️

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