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Trenchermen

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New American Restaurant$$$$

Wicker Park, Chicago

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Trenchermen

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Cole KennedyNovember 26, 2016
Suave and sophisticated atmosphere. Amazing menu. The pork shoulder with bacon fried rice manages to be even more perfect than it sounds.
EaterAugust 30, 2016
The brunch program is given the same attention as the dinner menu and features an ever-changing array of seasonal dishes to go along with a robust pastry and coffee program. Read more
ChicagoistDecember 23, 2014
Brunch here is great. The beverage menu is loaded with a monthly rotating selection of pour over coffees. The food menu offers both shared plates and individual entrees. Try the sweet potato cheescake Read more
Tony RandallJanuary 9, 2016
Been here 25+ times
Inventive menus with aggressive flavors. Burger night and the staff meal are sweet deals. Great for brunch, dates or any occasion really. Fav restaurant in Wicker, poss the whole city. Prepare to eat.
Angie GiacchettiSeptember 5, 2014
Very clever cocktails, the food is great for people with a desire to try new foods and pairings. Be sure to make reservations if you want a table on the weekend, it's well worth it.
MorselNovember 13, 2014
The ribs here are good and tasty. They use a combo of classic rib technique with a Thai approach. Ribs are flash fried for a crispy outer shell, and then glazed in a Thai-influenced sauce. Read more
Bitches Who BrunchNovember 3, 2016
Trenchermen is a beautiful restaurant, with a wonderful ambience. Offering an array of seasonal menu offerings, it is the perfect place for a weekend brunch in Wicker Park. Read more
EaterMay 6, 2016
Past, present and future come together in exquisite culinary techniques and ingredients, cocktails, coffees, fascinating design and a bustling bar inside an old bathhouse. Read more
ChicagoistFebruary 19, 2015
Every Monday night, Trenchermen does three courses for $20. Chef Pat Sheerin told us he uses the menu to allow his staff to practice French classics like cassoulet and cauliflower a la meuniere. Read more
Bitches Who Brunch ManagerDecember 8, 2015
Voted Best Hipster Brunch: Trenchermen, located in the heart of Wicker Park, is chic restaurant with a modern menu is the perfect place for hipsters and non-hipsters alike. Read more
GQ MagazineJuly 10, 2015
This Wicker Park restaurant is like the nicest amalgam of all the hippest restaurants you’ve ever been to: light bulbs hung on sailing rope and wood-and-brick everything in an airy, well-lit space.
MorselNovember 13, 2014
Trenchermen offers a great quail platter. Accompanied with white bean hush puppy, tender greens, and heirloom tomato salad with smoked sea salt and a crispy piece of chicken skin. Read more
Clint BrockaMarch 4, 2014
The atmosphere was great, the best mimosa I've had in a long time, breakfast sandwich OMG (I mean, it has bacon stuffed bacon in it!) and ask for the sriracha aioli to dip your potato wedges in. Nom.
ReserveJanuary 29, 2016
Trenchermen is an inviting New American neighborhood restaurant and bar located in a former bathhouse. Spend Valentine’s Day with your beloved over a four-course menu for $85 per person. Read more
Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014
I loved the bresaola-style chicken slices, piled high over cubes of pickle tots (the brothers' terrific take on tater tots) and a beet-tinged, ranch-dressing-meets-borscht yogurt sauce.
C ReyNovember 7, 2015
As long as you understand the portions are conservative and slightly overpriced, the food will be excellent. It's like a gastropub is trying to be a high end bar and the staff is annoyed by it. Enjoy!
Leland BrewsterNovember 11, 2015
The $48 prix-fine menu is the way to go. They say it's 1/2 portions but it's probably 2/3. Lots of food for a good price. The pork ribs and squid were standouts.
Naz F. GérdabiNovember 7, 2014
One of the first places i tried out here and definitely one of my favorites. The scallops were amazing especially since i dont normally order scallops...beyond delicious!
JenKuduSeptember 16, 2016
The burger is very satisfying! Love the pickles and the fries are delicious. Don't miss the pickle tots!
Thurgood CoatsJanuary 29, 2015
$10 Burger and Beer on Wednesday. Burger constantly changes and so does the beer. Perfect time to try this spot out. Nice music and great service as well.
EaterJanuary 28, 2013
The Sheerin brothers have outdone themselves with a polarizing menu of upscale charcuterie. Everyone has an opinion on this spot. [Eater 38 Member]
Mary Kay HardcastleJanuary 17, 2013
Eater says try the Pioneer ($12), made with pine needle whiskey, campari and citrus.One of the only drinks you'll find that comes closer to a Christmas tree than a Christmas cookie
Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014
Dining at the Trenchermen is a steampunk-driven thrill ride, where the historical and the modern collide — often with an ironic nudge — in delightful, satisfying ways.
Kipp VisiJanuary 27, 2013
Dinner at the bar was great. Good beers, salmon, burgers and tots. Ask for your food well done if that's how you like it bc they don't ask and cook things rare
Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014
The smoked sweetbreads, served with lime-infused carrot slivers and a house-made XO sauce, has become my favorite sweetbread dish in town.
Leslie dJanuary 5, 2016
Pork ribs were awesome. Gnudi was nothing to write home about. Be sure to add on the Brussels sprouts and ciabatta to whatever you order!
Sungwon Jennifer YuneJanuary 21, 2013
They serve the unique selection of brunch on Sunday. Everything I ordered was good except the extremely salty Asian noodle. I might not return for brunch, but I will definitely go back for dinner.
Claire MirandaMay 13, 2014
Roasted beets with burrata is killer. Also that aged duck with dirty rice. And the s'mores? Fairy food. Like childhood but better.
Daniel HFebruary 25, 2013
One of the best new brunches in Chicago. Has a small, but good cocktail/beer/wine list. Try the Malort-based house cocktail too
AskMenAugust 2, 2012
Located inside a former Turkish bathhouse, Trenchermen offers vintage cocktails and a menu of dishes that can probably be described as “substantial.” Read more
Adam MadarMay 23, 2015
Just had their brunch, everything was outstanding. From the friendliness of the staff to the salmon on my pretzel bagel.
Kinjil MathurOctober 8, 2015
Vegetarian main entree choice available. And it was flavorful and delicious! Go early. Empties by 10:00.
Cyndi BerzowNovember 30, 2012
Fried chopped liver is a great snack and delirium tremens ice cream is legit. This place is awesome and Ryan is the best bartender.
Lindsey WoodyJanuary 15, 2013
Order the pickle tots, Japanese sweet potatoes, potato gnocchi, and marvel at the steampunk inspired decor. Nice wine list also!
Renaissance HotelsOctober 15, 2012
Try the Sepia Noodles topped with avocado-chive, pickled watermelon and garlic, or the Braised Pork Belly with sugar snap peas, coconut, vanilla and plums. Read more
Emily JurlinaDecember 17, 2014
They have a four course prix fixe menu for $50 that's a great deal. Huge portions and you pick from dishes on the menu.
Eddie WhiteApril 26, 2015
Amazing brunch. House made bacon and mortadella are a must. Amazing atmosphere. Reasonably priced.
Mary Kay HardcastleMarch 12, 2013
Zagat named this a Must Try Coffee Dessert: Coffee cake with chai tofu ice cream, fried chocolate and smoked meringue
Veronica HAugust 4, 2014
Brunch is a must. Pepperoni gravy and biscuits, morning buns, and pour over coffee. Do it.
ISC ChicagoMay 3, 2015
Ask for the prix fixe menu: 4 courses for $48. Also, try the Bartender's Choice.
Tasting TableAugust 9, 2012
Go tonight for a celery juice Green Hornet cocktail, sweetbreads with XO sauce, and duck with rhubarb, red bean paste and nasturtium leaves: Read more
MikeOctober 13, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Must have the Pickle Tots, Sepia noodles and at least one of the cocktails. Desserts are amazing as well. Fantastic Restaurant
Randy SAugust 1, 2015
Berkshire pork Mortadella sandwich is da Bomb! Try the brunch pastry sampler too!
Molly EApril 26, 2015
Great brunch and they take reservations. Eggs Florentine and Blood Mary were a excellent!
Amanda GilmoreSeptember 7, 2013
Been here 5+ times
No but seriously get the pickled tots! All the cool kids are doing it and your tastebuds will thank you!!
Tasting TableJuly 26, 2012
Go tonight for cuttlefish noodles with pickled watermelon, and duck with rhubarb, red bean paste and nasturtium leaves: Read more
CaraDecember 5, 2013
Wednesday night special: burger and a beer for $10 with a tasting of popcorn. Great deal!
Nicholas LJanuary 30, 2013
Been here 50+ times
I love when simple can be delicious. Try the wild rice & cashew kettle corn @ the bar. Knock. Your. Socks. Off.
Josh WApril 2, 2014
Octopus. Pork shoulder. Brussel sprouts. In that order. Wash it all down with a Blanton's manhattan.
Serious EatsMay 13, 2013
The white cheddar on the chicharrones is distinct but lightly applied, so that you get the shot of salt and funk, but without all that excess gunk left on your fingers.

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