Cafe Absinthe

"Revealing another hidden gem!"

"Love this place! The decor was very cute and the food was so good!!!! Possibly the best salmon I have ever had. My friend had the lamb chops and they are so good!"

"This was an ideal dining experience and everything I was hoping it would be. Arnold says: I'll be back."

"Cafe Absinthe is one of those places that when I go I wonder why I waited so long to return? I had the opportunity to eat here the other night and it reminded me of just how much I like this place."



Make a reservation for your next dining experience at Cafe Absinthe.
Menu
FIRST COURSE
Artisanal Cheese Plate
Capriole Goat & Murcia al Vino Cheese with Apricot Chutney & Quince Paste  $10

Pernod Mussels
Shallots, Garlic, Tomatoes, Basil, Garlic Croutons & Pernod Cream  $9

Super Lump Crab Cake
Shaved Fennel, Onions, Tomatoes, Arugula, Lemon Creme Fraiche & Lemon Remoulade  $10

Hudson Valley Foie Gras
Toasted Brioche, Champagne Apricot Puree & Champagne Apricot Reduction  $11
* With Glass of Chateau Roumieu-Lacoste Sauternes  $19

SALADS & SOUP
Heirloom Tomato Salad
Organic Tomato, Baby Frisee, Arugula, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil & Italian Dressing  $9

Baby Spinach Salad
Tomatoes, Bacon, Goat Cheese Hazelnut Medallion & Balsamic Vinaigrette  $7

Caesar Salad
Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan, Croutons, White Anchovies & Creamy Caesar Dressing  $7

Roasted Beet Salad
Manchego, Baby Frisee, Mache, Toasted Almonds & Truffle Vinaigrette  $9

French Onion Soup
Parmesan Cheese & Crouton Garnish  $6

MAIN COURSE
Atlantic Salmon
Horseradish Encrusted Salmon, Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Tarragon Cabernet Butter Sauce  $22

Crispy Moulard Duck Breast
Sauteed Exotic Mushrooms, Duck Confit, Foie gras, Arugula & Roasted Chicken Sauce  $23

Charbroiled Beef Tenderloin
Fingerling Potatoes, Forest Mushrooms, Baby Zucchini, Spinach & Cabernet Sauce  $26

Australian Lamb Rack
Marinated Lamb, Sauteed Swiss Chard, Corazo Cheese Potato Gratin and Rosemary Lamb Au Jus  $27

Amish Chicken
Sauteed Brussels Sprouts, Roasted Red Potatoes, Garlic Spinach & Lemon Chicken Sauce  $20

Sea Scallops
Pan Seared Scallops, Brandade Mashed Potatoes & Lobster Butter Sauce  $23

Mushroom Risotto
Baby Squash, Mirepoix, Herbs, Mascarpone, Parmesan Cheese & Mushroom Butter Sauce  $15

Hours & Location

  1954 W. North Avenue
  (between Winchester & Damen)
  Chicago, IL 60622

  Phone: (773) 278-4488
  CTA: Blue Line (Damen station)
  Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
  Attire: Casual
  Delivery: No
  Take Out: No
  Full Bar: Yes
  Outdoor Seating: No
  Wheelchair Access: Yes

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Closed
5:30pm to 10:00pm
5:30pm to 10:00pm
5:30pm to 10:00pm
5:30pm to 11:00pm
5:30pm to 11:00pm
5:30pm to 9:00pm
Reservations
Please take a moment to fill out the form below. Once your request is received, a reservations agent will check for availability and confirm your booking.
If you'd like more information, please call us at (773) 278-4488 or email us at RSVP@Cafe-Absinthe.com.

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** All reservations are confirmed by phone.