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Bar Pastoral
(Now Closed)Wine Bar and New American Restaurant$$$$
Lake View East, Chicago
Has a stamp of approval from Redeye Chicago and Chicago Tribune
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Bitches Who BrunchApril 19, 2016Meat and cheese? Yes, please! Bar Pastoral is known for the high-quality food throughout the menu, but also for the terrific ambiance throughout the space, including the patio. Read more
Redeye ChicagoAugust 3, 2014The rustic interior conjures a wine-and-cheese bar vibe, but Top Chef contestant Chrissy Camba's menu of small and large plates puts this spot firmly in restaurant territory. Read more
TeresaDecember 6, 2014Don't miss out on the mushroom fondue and the chicken liver mousse. The butter roasted halibut is another must-have.
Chicago TribuneJanuary 10, 2017At Bar Pastoral, the daily-changing, dinner-only mac and cheese usually uses the taleggio-like washed-rind Paesanella and the Parmesan-esque Podda. Read more
Maria MassouraAugust 17, 2018Good food and beers. Kitchen@shouldn’t be closing so early (before 10am) during summer
CaitlinFebruary 2, 2016cozy wine bar that rotates its selection of wines and cheeses often. they also have a pretty decent selection of small plates.- Bitches Who BrunchSeptember 28, 2015The Bitches Say: A. The intimate neighborhood spot is perfect for a summer patio brunch, and grabbing picnic goodies to go. Read more
Check out their monthly Afternoon Explorations for a $5 tasting. Your ticket price can be applied toward your food bill. Great way to spend an hour on a Saturday!
Let the staff prepare you a cheese board. It's awesome.
HeleneApril 26, 2014Talk to Peter behind the bar. He will give killer recommendations, perfect for the newbie cheese connoisseur.
Helen MilgromFebruary 27, 2013Love sitting at the bar! Great cheese selection......it feels like you're in a european chateau's wine cellar
Meredith BMay 9, 2015Try the wine flight and let the server suggest pairings - everyone is very knowledgable. Stop in next door to buy the favorite wine you tried.
Lara TVJanuary 30, 2013Don't go if hungry. It's a place to sample and talk but not to EAT. The wine and cheese pairings are lovely, but I left hungry even after consuming quite a few food items.
Taylor KonigsederOctober 11, 2013Awesome vibe and great service. The pork ricotta meatballs are delicious!
Excellent date spot for wine and cheese. Meals are mediocre.
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"Great happy hour apps! Cheese curds, jalapeño coins and nachos are delicious and cheap! Great for sharing. $5 wine Wednesdays (one type of wine is featured each week). Nice spot for after work drinks."
Michelle Truong - 5.9
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"Delicious burgers, good price on the beer flights, really lovely pork chops, good (thin cut) fries"
Dana Jensen - 8.6
"Very cozy place with a fireplace, books, and amazing Mac and cheese."
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