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Waterfront Café

Café, Beer Garden, and New American Restaurant$$$$

Edgewater Beach, Chicago

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Waterfront Café

7.7^/10

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"Blackberry lemonade with vodka is great on a summer evening!"(3 Tips)
"The amazing view of the lake makes this cafe a good date choice."(10 Tips)
"A hidden gem in the city."(2 Tips)
"The view is amazing, and the live music is great."(2 Tips)

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Jordan RomeroAugust 16, 2015
Finally checked out the place and it was pretty awesome. I recommend the Basket portion where I had the "Fish & Chips" and my girl had the "Chicken & Chips"...it hits the spot.
James DunsurfinAugust 6, 2012
A hidden gem in the city. A place for cheap eats right on the lake with a gorgeous view. There is a park and playground adjacent, perfect for families with young children.
Anthony BryeJanuary 10, 2014
This is a hidden gem for sure. Take your laptop and work here while enjoying lunch. So relaxing. Its outside, so only during the summer months. I had the fish fry and a long island. Unbelievable!!
Time Out ChicagoMay 29, 2012
If you’re prepared to chill out for about 30 minutes until you get your delicious pesto chicken wrap; smoked jerk turkey wrap; or the housemade beignets, you’ll be just fine. -LB Read more
Joseph B.May 14, 2018
Part of Berger Park, and you can't see it from Sheridan, but lots of outdoor tables.I walked in the door marked "The Waterfront Cafe," but I got confused looks from the staff; just walk to the tables.
Time Out ChicagoJune 4, 2012
If you’re prepared to chill out for about 30 minutes until you get your delicious pesto chicken wrap; smoked jerk turkey wrap; or the housemade beignets, you’ll be just fine.
Moira KellyOctober 23, 2015
Amazing location but hard to find parking and the horseflies were biting at my family and I the entire time!
Joan GuzmanAugust 24, 2015
Great views and a fantastic place to enjoy the lakefront with a drink in hand during the summer. Stay away from the food. Its not edible.
Esra TasdelenAugust 13, 2014
Been here 5+ times
The amazing view of the lake makes this cafe a good date choice. The fish and chips is the best choice.
Michelle sevigJuly 12, 2013
Fish and chips were great. Wine pours were skimpy for $8 a glass. The view can't be beat.
Madeleine RowanJuly 30, 2011
Great atmosphere, but our order was forgotten for almost an hour. A couple of beers on the house would've made up for the gaffe, but alas, no such consolation was offered.
Christina GalanisJuly 9, 2012
Great ambiance. They warned us up front it would take about 20 minutes, then forgot our order completely and we waited for about an hour. And they weren't busy. Just saying.
Jacob GuerraJuly 23, 2016
Enjoyed chips and guac by the lake. A few drinks too!
Dylan DowdAugust 5, 2012
I've been here a few times. The service isn't too friendly, food is decent for a quick bite, but the view of the lake is amazing.
karis hustadMay 27, 2012
The falafel wrap is so good. Best lakeside restaurant in the city!
Shawn IlesJune 10, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Excellent food. Great for kids. Stick your toes in the sand and enjoy the view!
Debra HairstonJuly 11, 2013
Blackberry lemonade with vodka is great on a summer evening!
Gregg TomlinsonSeptember 6, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Great little waterfront cafe in Rogers Park, bike all the way up the path & stop here for a salad & some sangria Read more
Megan BalesJuly 1, 2012
Really good food! BIGGEST AND MOST TASTY SHRIMP I THINK I'VE EVER HAD
Jeff SolteroJune 1, 2014
Slowest service I've ever seen. Had about 12 waiters for 8 empty tables and 6 occupied tables. Food took 45 mins to come which consisted of a turkey wrap and fish n chips. The Weather was nice though
Aliye 🇹🇷June 13, 2016
Unnecessary expensive ! And there is no meal whatever you order comes senseless chips ! 4 wings and a basket chip for 15$ it is not fair at all !
Jenn ZinkhonAugust 12, 2015
The service was absolutely terrible. it's hard to be perfect on a busy day, but to not check on a table AT ALL after you drop their food is unacceptable. I even had to hunt the waiter down to pay.
Fred RicksJuly 15, 2016
Great place to grab a drink after/during a bike ride.
Kyle carlsonJuly 1, 2011
Been here 5+ times
The chicken nachos are huge and delicious. You def get your monies worth. Mmmmmm
Angela OliverJuly 18, 2013
The flies bite, but the staff has a can of Off on deck. Ask for it!
Michael FoxAugust 7, 2012
The view is amazing, and the live music is great. The fish and chips is too salty, aka not edible. Decent food.
Dana LebitskyJune 15, 2012
The guacamole is amazing and so are the chips! The guacamole isn't cilantro-y!
Ailinh BuiJuly 16, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Beautiful hangout spot... Do spray OFF before coming. :)
Tom ColemanJuly 6, 2013
The walk up food counter and outdoor tiki bar is no longer. Table service now.
Jeff HutchinsJuly 13, 2014
waited a long time for service. Finally asked someone to wait on us. I guess the other reviews are right about slow service. a shame because it is a nice spot.
Katie PacynaJuly 30, 2010
This place is 1)right on the lake, 2) sells BEER AND WINE, 3) and is affordable (like $7-8 per item). Worth a visit!
Kelly CAugust 31, 2012
Great views! Great for after dinner drinks and dinner
Holger SommerJuly 3, 2019
Awesome insider tip.
Cory BennettJuly 31, 2018
Service is terrible and the food is just passable. The view however is priceless, as was the live music.
Hannah Belle LecterJune 5, 2010
The blackberry lemonade is good! Try it!
Ailinh BuiJuly 17, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Loooooove blackberry lemonade!
Keri AnnSeptember 6, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Beautiful view but very slow service.

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