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Fort Willow, Chicago, IL

Fort Willow

4.5
4.5
48 Reviews
$30 and under
American
  • Romantic
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Indigenous flavors and spices converge at Fort Willow; a journey for the senses set amid the nostalgia of a reimagined childhood tree fort. Located in a cozy nook of burgeoning Noble Square, Fort Willow serves chef-driven and aromatic-rich cocktails, small plates and bowls. Menus developed by Michael Kornick, Executive Chef Deirdre Quinn, previously sous chef at Ada St., and DMK Restaurants’ Beverage Director, Scott Koehl, draw inspiration from the roots and traditions of iconic international culinary destinations from around the world.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 687-8898
  • Website
    http://www.fort-willow.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    1721 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60642
  • Neighbourhood
    West Town
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Bites

  • Bread & Two SpreadsUS$12.00

    Vermont sweet cream butter | fleur de sel gris

    • Today's Oyster ShooterUS$4.00

      ponzu | wasabi tobiko

      • Crispy Rock ShrimpUS$11.00

        broccoli | cherry bomb sauce

        • Ginger Chicken Lettuce WrapsUS$11.00

          bibb lettuce | garlic | carrots

          • Jerk Brussels SproutsUS$7.00

            jerk aioli | red bell peppers | lemon

            • Pork BruschettaUS$14.00

              crispy pork belly | oyster mayo | tomato arugula | habanero

              • Steamed MusselsUS$11.00

                mezcal | Oaxacan chili | broth | sourdough

                • Dan Dan NoodlesUS$9.00

                  sesame pork | peanuts | jalape ñ o

                  • West African ChickenUS$13.00

                    rich tomato sauce | japones chili | crispy rice

                    • Crispy CauliflowerUS$9.00

                      tempura | serrano-poblano hot sauce

                      • Lomo SaltadoUS$15.00

                        Peruvian steak stir fry | yellow chili | tomato | crispy fries

                        • Today's Mochi

                          ice cream-filled sweet rice dough

                          Spreads

                          • Pimento Cheese

                            cheddar | blue | chili pepper

                            • Labneh

                              whipped goat cheese | za'atar | lemon

                              • Roast Garlic

                                parmigiana | virgin olive oil

                                • Cannelini Beans

                                  rosemary | green olives

                                  • Baba Ganoush

                                    roast eggplant | tahini | lemon

                                    House Cocktails

                                    • MojitoUS$10.00

                                      white rums, coriander, cilantro, mint, lime; herbal, refreshing, all day

                                      • DaquiriUS$11.00

                                        dark rums, 5 spice, grapefruit, luxardo; baking spice, fruity, light

                                        • Guava MargaritaUS$13.00

                                          blanco & reposado tequila, mezcal, aleppo, cumin, jalapeño; spicy, savory, tropical fruits

                                          • Pisco SourUS$13.00

                                            pink peppercorn, hibiscus, gin botanicals, egg white; floral, vibrant citrus, peruvian winner

                                            • Bourbon SmashUS$12.00

                                              cinnamon, hot smoked paprika, chili, honey; warm spice, wildflower honey, for when it's not toddy season

                                              • Moscow MuleUS$12.00

                                                vodka, singani, turmeric, ginger, cumin, gentian; earthy spice, herbal, refreshing

                                                • Colada MoradaUS$10.00

                                                  firewater, birds eye chili, anise, purple corn; licorice, chili pepper, purple fruit

                                                  • Sotol HighballUS$12.00

                                                    rose tonic, chamomile, sage; desert fruit, grassy, delicate, bubbly & dry, no sugar

                                                    • White NegroniUS$12.00

                                                      mezcal, pineapple, basil, aperitifs; agave smoke, botanical, light fruit

                                                      • Raicillia BoulevardierUS$14.00

                                                        cacao, bitter, merlot vermouth; rich, velvety, manhattan on the rocks

                                                        Wine

                                                          Sparkling

                                                          • Cava, SpainUS$9.00

                                                            Rosé

                                                            • Balkan Blend, MacedoniaUS$8.00

                                                              White

                                                              • Sauvignon Blanc, PeruUS$10.00

                                                                • Albariño, SpainUS$9.00

                                                                  Red

                                                                  • Pinot Noir, ArgentinaUS$10.00

                                                                    • Carignan & Garnacha, SpainUS$9.00

                                                                      • Carmenere, ChileUS$10.00

                                                                        Beer

                                                                        • Maeloc, Hard Cider, Dry, SpainUS$8.00

                                                                          • Latitude Cero, Concordia, Golden Ale, EquadorUS$7.00

                                                                            • Lucky Drink Company, Buddha Beer, Pale Lager, ChinaUS$6.00

                                                                              • Pacifico, Mexican Lager, MexicoUS$6.00

                                                                                • Cerveza, Pilsener, Bebida de Moderación, EquadorUS$4.00

                                                                                  • Barbarian, Chica Tu Mare, Sour Ale, PeruUS$8.00

                                                                                    • Lagunitas, IPA, India Pale Ale, ChicagoUS$7.00

                                                                                      N. A.

                                                                                      • House SodasUS$4.00

                                                                                        apple cardamom / tomatillo tamarind

                                                                                        Daily Specials

                                                                                        • Tue - Spirit FlightsUS$10.00

                                                                                          Pisco, Mezcal, Rum, Cachaca, Tequila

                                                                                          • Wed - Industry Night

                                                                                            1/2 Off All Drinks for Hospitality Empolyees

                                                                                            • Thu - Classic CocktailsUS$10.00

                                                                                              • Fri - Punch Flasks

                                                                                                limited suppy

                                                                                                • Serves 2-3US$24.00

                                                                                              • Sat - Wine by the GlassUS$7.00

                                                                                                Rotating Weekly Selection

                                                                                                • Everyday - Today's BoilermakerUS$7.00

                                                                                                  Happy Hour

                                                                                                  Tuesday - Friday, 5pm-6pm

                                                                                                  • Snacks on Us!

                                                                                                    Complimentary bar snacks with your first drink order before 6pm

                                                                                                    What 48 people are saying

                                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                    4.5
                                                                                                    4.5 based on all time ratings
                                                                                                    • 4.4Food
                                                                                                    • 4.3Service
                                                                                                    • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                    • 4.2Value

                                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                    48 Reviews

                                                                                                    1. TomK

                                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                      25 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      25 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on May 30, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      overall great experience, staff, food & ambiance. Will definitely be back.

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                                                                                                    2. Foodfan

                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                      Dined on May 25, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      Portions are small for shared plates. Something to consider when ordering proteins.

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                                                                                                    3. caitlin

                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                      Dined on May 21, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      maybe i’m biased because i work for the sister restaurant down the street but i brought two of my friends in for dinner and we were well taken care of! everything was delicious, ellie was VERY knowledgeable and answered all of our questions about the food and cocktails and brought us complimentary shots at the end of our meal! super tasty, nice atmosphere, a perfect experience.

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                                                                                                    4. LM711

                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on May 18, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Great food. Good drinks (had better). Love the place/ambience! Love the location! Service was adequate, but not warm and welcoming. I would come again and hope for a different server.

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                                                                                                    5. TheDeb

                                                                                                      Denver

                                                                                                      48 reviews

                                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                                      48 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on May 18, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Way too loud?! Noodles very salty. Rest was good

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                                                                                                    6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on April 30, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Excellent food, drinks and service. Every member of the staff went out of their way to welcome us and were genuine and friendly. The decor and atmosphere was amazing. Plus, the music that was playing was stellar and set a good mood. I’m definitely recommending it to everyone I know.

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                                                                                                    7. SavoringtheFlavor

                                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                      10 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      10 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on April 26, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Creative cocktails. All flavors were a real treat for the palate. Three small plates for 2, just perfect.

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                                                                                                    8. AlannaO

                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on April 7, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      I love this place!!! Best kept secret in the city! The ambience is awesome, super chill and the food was delicious!!

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                                                                                                    9. DanielK

                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on April 5, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      Great, low key, hidden spot. If you haven't been there, go now.

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                                                                                                    10. LeanIn

                                                                                                      Indiana

                                                                                                      11 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      11 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on March 30, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Fun place, great vibe. Food was unique and well made and tasted great. Nice bar selection as well.

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                                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                                    Fort Willow is rated 4.5 stars by 48 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                                    Not available on OpenTable

                                                                                                    Unfortunately, this restaurant is not on the OpenTable booking network. To check availability, please contact them directly.

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                                                                                                    Google Map for Fort Willow

                                                                                                    1721 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60642

                                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                                    • Neighbourhood
                                                                                                      West Town
                                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                      Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
                                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                                      $30 and under
                                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                                      American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
                                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                                      Casual Dining
                                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                                      Casual Dress
                                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                                      Street Parking
                                                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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