Prairie Grass Café

4.6

2252 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

Owners Chef Sarah Stegner & Chef George Bumbaris created this casual Northbrook restaurant, boasting a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Wood-top tables without tablecloths give the main dining room a contemporary feel while seating is also available in the bar area. A menu, changing monthly, features contemporary American fare featuring seasonal ingredients. For dessert, Chef Stegner's mother bakes delicious pies.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–7:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(847) 205-4433
Website
http://www.prairiegrasscafe.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Sarah Stegner, George Bumbaris
Private party facilities
Prairie Grass Cafe can accommodate semi-private parties of up to 14 guests & private parties of up to 45 guests.

Location
601 Skokie Blvd, Northbrook, IL 60062
Neighbourhood
Northbrook
Parking details
There is a large private lot attached to Prairie Grass Cafe for easy access.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Aged Cheddar & Medjool Dates (3) AppetizerUS$14.00
Local Bacon, Caramel Sauce
Baked Feta CheeseUS$14.00
Spicy Banana Peppers, Tomatoes, Bread
Crispy Rolls of Shrimp “Spring Roll Style”US$13.00
Spicy Dipping Sauce
Caesar SaladUS$15.00
Romaine, Homemade Caesar Dressing, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan; Add Tomato $2 Add Cucumber $2 Add Avocado $3 Add Anchovies $1
Beet SaladUS$14.00
Citrus-Marinated Beets, Toasted Walnuts, Citrus, Goat Cheese
Creamy Sexy Blue Cheese Wedge SaladUS$16.00
Blue Cheese Dressing, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Black Mission Fig Jam

Fish & Vegetarian

Beer-Battered Wild Alaskan HalibutUS$43.00
Seasonal Slaw, Potato Wedges, Cocktail Sauce, Tartar Sauce
Balsamic-Glazed Grilled Ora King SalmonUS$39.00
Caesar Salad, Romaine, Mighty Vine Tomato, Cucumber, Avocado, Parmesan, Homemade Caesar Dressing
Lake Superior WhitefishUS$29.00
Broccoli, Mashed Potatoes, Butter Sauce
Parmesan-Crusted TilapiaUS$27.00
Creamed Spinach, Roasted-Tomato Butter Sauce
Wild Rice-Mushroom Veggie BurgerUS$20.00
Fresh Spinach, Tomato, Avocado, Grilled Jalapeño, Basil Remoulade
Vegetarian PGC MoussakaUS$23.00
Layers of Potato, Eggplant, Tomatoes, Local Mushrooms, Golden Crusted Bechamel

Chicken & Beef

Crispy Boneless Half ChickenUS$29.50
Wild Rice with Grapes & Pecans, Brown Sugar Glazed Acorn Squash; Chicken Sauce
Chicken CutletsUS$28.00
Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Carrots, Lemon-Caper Butter Sauce
Chicago Magazine’s #1 Sirloin Burger (10 oz)US$23.00
Mild Amish Blue Cheese Topping, Warm Beefsteak Tomato, Grilled Onions, Crispy Potato Wedges; without a Bun; Add Bacon $3 Add Avocado $3 Add Mushrooms $4
Penne PastaUS$20.00
“Cedar River” All-Natural Beef Basil-Tomato-Meat Sauce; Parmesan & Breadcrumb Topping
Ancho-Marinated Skirt Steak Frites (8 oz)US$37.00
Skinny Fries, Char-Grilled Red Onion, Spicy Aioli
All-Natural Prime Filet of Beef (8 oz)US$49.00
Red Wine Sauce

Sides

Mashed Yukon Gold PotatoesUS$8.00
French FriesUS$6.00
Char-Grilled Red OnionsUS$3.00
White Beans & Swiss ChardUS$7.00
Sautéed BroccoliUS$7.00
Sautéed SpinachUS$7.00
Wild Rice with Grapes & PecansUS$8.00
Creamed SpinachUS$8.00
Sautéed MushroomsUS$9.00
Brown Sugar Glazed Acorn SquashUS$10.00

Desserts

Warm Chocolate “Muk Muk” CakeUS$12.00
Crème Anglaise
Warm Chocolate Chip CookieUS$12.00
Vanilla Ice Cream
Double Chocolate CakeUS$12.00
2 Chocolate Chip CookiesUS$6.00
4 Double Chocolate CupcakesUS$12.00
Alphonso Mango Ice CreamUS$12.00
Vanilla Ice Cream with Caramel & Chocolate AlmondsUS$12.00
Chocolate TurtlesUS$12.00
made by ChicAgo ArtiZen with Three Sisters Garden Pecans
Chocolate Praline BarUS$12.00
made by ChicAgo ArtiZen with Three Sisters Garden Pecans

What 2,252 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North Suburbs
Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Prairie Grass Café offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service," a "welcoming atmosphere," and "impeccable seasonal dishes." The menu is "imaginative," featuring options like "crispy chicken on butter lettuce" and "delicious pies and ice creams." Although noise can be a factor, the "friendly and attentive staff" ensures a memorable visit.

2,252 Reviews

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Frank
Nashville1 review
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was avg for the price and waiter started w a bang and then disappeared.
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Dennis
Chicago5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. The booth we sat in was not as comfortable as it should have been. Next time I'll ask for a table. Overall, it was good.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect burger, perfect steak. Perfect service. Comfortable environment.
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Nancy VIP
Chicago7 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Normally love this place but had a server who was MIA. Had to bother other servers and wait staff who were great. But this put a damper on the evening. Even to the extent that my husband had to search down someone to bring him ketsup for his burger. Food was delicious as usual but so unfortunate to have this lapse. Mentioned something politely at reception when we left but they said he was new and had only been there a week. Since we go there often, this was untrue because we have seen him there before. Honestly made the experience worse.
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patricia
Chicago8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Prairie Grass Cafe never lets us down! Always great food!
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kathy VIP
Chicago55 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good was yummy and service was great! Always a pleasant experience.
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Mary VIP
Chicago36 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food at Prairie Grass is dependably wonderful, plus they have an interesting menu. Very attractive setting, easy parking.
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Russell VIP
Chicago1 review
4.0
Dined on February 24, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Highly recommended restaurant. Overall experience is amazing! Food is of excellent quality. Service and staff are top notch. Would definitely go back again!
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Marissa
Chicago14 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful, friendly staff, great ambiance, amazing food and service. We drove up from chicago for a performance at the writer’s theater and looked for a restaurant nearby. So happy we stumbled across this great find! We’ll be back for sure!
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Steve
Unspecified1 review
4.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Half Chicken, Duck, Shepard's Pie, and Wagyu Flat Iron Steak for a party of four. Blue Cheese Wedge Salad split by two and Crispy Shrimp Rolls (4) enjoyed by three. All were excellent and highly recommended.
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FAQs

Prairie Grass Café offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 205-4433.

Prairie Grass Café is rated 4.6 stars by 2252 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

601 Skokie Blvd, Northbrook, IL 60062

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Northbrook
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–7:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is a large private lot attached to Prairie Grass Cafe for easy access.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Sarah Stegner, George Bumbaris
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.prairiegrasscafe.com/
Phone number
(847) 205-4433
Private party facilities
Prairie Grass Cafe can accommodate semi-private parties of up to 14 guests & private parties of up to 45 guests.

Prairie Grass Café

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Beet Salad

Cobb Salad

Caesar Salad

Appetizers & Salads

Aged Cheddar & Medjool Dates (3) AppetizerUS$14.00

Baked Feta CheeseUS$14.00

Crispy Rolls of Shrimp “Spring Roll Style”US$13.00

Caesar SaladUS$15.00

Beet SaladUS$14.00

Creamy Sexy Blue Cheese Wedge SaladUS$16.00

Fish & Vegetarian

Beer-Battered Wild Alaskan HalibutUS$43.00

Balsamic-Glazed Grilled Ora King SalmonUS$39.00

Lake Superior WhitefishUS$29.00

Parmesan-Crusted TilapiaUS$27.00

Wild Rice-Mushroom Veggie BurgerUS$20.00

Vegetarian PGC MoussakaUS$23.00

Chicken & Beef

Crispy Boneless Half ChickenUS$29.50

Chicken CutletsUS$28.00

Chicago Magazine’s #1 Sirloin Burger (10 oz)US$23.00

Penne PastaUS$20.00

Ancho-Marinated Skirt Steak Frites (8 oz)US$37.00

All-Natural Prime Filet of Beef (8 oz)US$49.00

Sides

Mashed Yukon Gold PotatoesUS$8.00

French FriesUS$6.00

Char-Grilled Red OnionsUS$3.00

White Beans & Swiss ChardUS$7.00

Sautéed BroccoliUS$7.00

Sautéed SpinachUS$7.00

Wild Rice with Grapes & PecansUS$8.00

Creamed SpinachUS$8.00

Sautéed MushroomsUS$9.00

Brown Sugar Glazed Acorn SquashUS$10.00

Desserts

Warm Chocolate “Muk Muk” CakeUS$12.00

Warm Chocolate Chip CookieUS$12.00

Double Chocolate CakeUS$12.00

2 Chocolate Chip CookiesUS$6.00

4 Double Chocolate CupcakesUS$12.00

Alphonso Mango Ice CreamUS$12.00

Vanilla Ice Cream with Caramel & Chocolate AlmondsUS$12.00

Chocolate TurtlesUS$12.00

Chocolate Praline BarUS$12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Prairie Grass Café offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Prairie Grass Café restaurant rated?

Is Prairie Grass Café currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information