Interurban boathouse
Bucktown, Cook County
(215)
Bucktown, Cook County
(215)
Interurban Boathouse is a casual, café, bar and pastry
shop. The menu consists of a chef driven, seasonal variety of
classic and contemporary sweets and savories serving
breakfast, lunch, and dinner with full bar as well as catering and
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215 customer reviews
Teah R.
I have never heard of this place before but our local friends brought us here for Sunday brunch. It was originally a seafood joint now turned cafe style. I loved the decor and vibe of the restaurant.They surprisingly have a parking lot, so no street parking unless it's packed.The food was phenomenal. I ordered the biscuit sammy and a side of fries. The fries were delicious, huge, and super filling. The sammie was equally as good. My mom got the mac and cheese, which was very cheesy and worth while.What was surprisingly delicious was the pancake my sister ordered. She got the Japanese Vegetable Pancake. It had fried egg, soy bbq sauce, nori & bonito. Whatever it was, it was GOOD.I assume everything on the menu is as good as what we all had. Some of our party also got fish & chips, the blueberry pancakes and caprese toast.The service was a bit slow at the beginning but everyone was very friendly and patient. More...
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Abigail Clough
Lemon curd, ricotta pancakes. the Bacon, avacado, tomato sandwich. Delicious ginger lemon black tea. Great service. Kid friendly. Highly recommend!
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Paul S.
We have been planning to eat at Interurban Boathouse for some time and we were not disappointed! Quality ingredients, well prepared. We will go back for the Poptarts, and Japanese Pancake, plus are excited to try more menu items. The restaurant was easy to find and has parking. More...
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John Metych
This was my first, but certainly not last, visit! Awesome drinks, awesome food, awesome hospitality. The off-menu item of the day, chicken parmigian was amazing. Could eat that for a week straight! Thanks for a great meal before a night out in the city with friends! More...
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Karla A
What a fun spot - a hidden gem in a great part of town. Food was great, service was great, and ambiance was even better. Definitely recommend :)
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Cathie Conley
Everything is so good and great service!!!
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Max Matsiuk
super awesome service with fantastic food
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Tobichiii
Beautiful little Restaurant with amazing Fish and Chips.
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Michelle F.
Definitely one of the best "accidental" finds I've ever had. My boyfriend and I were going to a dog shelter nearby and wanted to grab a bite to eat first. After zooming in on the map I found interurban and we decided to give it a shot. That was a month ago- we've been back three times since. First, the restaurant is so cute. All decorated with a nautical theme, a full bar and lots of tables. Our server, whom we've had multiple times now, was kind and attentive and always gives us a friendly hello when we stop in. The food was what really blew us away. Even our simple, basic breakfasts were something to rave about. We also split a Mac n cheese and ended up ordering a second to bring home because it was so delicious. And be sure to try one of their homemade pop tarts! Every flavor is amazing but strawberry with vanilla frosting is by far my favorite. More...
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Josephine Artalejo
Poptart was amazing
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Keith Loizzo
Try the homemade poptarts for sure!
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Sean H.
Just had an amazing braised pork Sandwich here. Lots of parking, great view, full bar with craft beers, and unreal food. I actually "Jones" for this place!
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Cheriann Hanson
Fabulous brunch and pastries... parking right beside the restaurant... awesome chef and staff!
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Christian S.
My wife and I helped a friend move some stuff into storage nearby and we wanted a quick bite after we were finished. I had stopped into IB once before for a coffee and pastry so I remembered they had parking and food for lunch and dinner available. We were all thrilled with our lunches. Everything was fresh and tasty and we didn't wait long. My burger was perfect. The coffee is really good. I just wish more people would come in and fill this place up. It's totally worth it. More...
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Elizabeth Galowich
Great food, relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.
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Molly Chamberlin
Love their dessert selection
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Cookie Arteaga
Consistent good food and service.
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Savanna M.
My boyfriend and I had been passing this place so many times and didn't realize until recently it's a cute little restaurant! We finally set out to try it and came here on st Patrick's day. The inside is so cute and inviting and there's tons of natural light which was refreshing. I had their smoked salmon plate and it was delightful!! We also shared a homemade pop tart which was also incredibly tasty! They have a full bar so I will defiantly be coming back to try out there drinks. This place is so easily missed but is such a gem! I was sad to only see a few people inside besides us but this may have just been because it was a holiday. We will most def be returning. Oh also the staff was so friendly! I'm not sure if the two men there were the owners but they were so sweet!! 10/10 food and service! A must try hidden lil gem More...
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Tesla D.
This place is amazing, it's afford, the food is great and service is awesome. Shane is great to talk to and makes A+ drinks.
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Gino Barrto
An amazing atmosphere and meal complemented by the most warm and wonderful staff. Shane Christine and Mario we're so down to earth and friendly. I had the most amazing pot pie. Followed up dinner with some equally amazing pastries. Free parking in lot right in front of the restaurant. Could not have been more convenient. More...
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Bill K.
What a hidden gem! Sad to say I've driven past this spot for months without noticing it. Skimmed Google Maps for a new restaurant one Saturday afternoon and decided to stop in for dinner. Was warmly welcomed by the attentive staff and had a genuinely fantastic cocktail--a spin on the Old Fashioned called the Life Boat. Didn't expect pork rillettes or a delicious salad of shaved brussels sprouts, mixed greens, parmesan, toasted almonds & lemon vinaigrette when I drove up, but these guys definitely know what they're doing in the kitchen and everything was awesome. Great spot and will sure to be back! More...
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Laura Andrews
Never a dull menu. Always changing, while keeping some of the best items such as the cheeseburger, Japanese vegetable pancake, and fish and chips. Strong cocktails, decent beer and wine offerings. I'm a big fan of Christine McCabe and her pastry creations, as well as savories. She's a talented chef, as well as friendly and down-to-earth. More...
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Di W.
My hubby and I had our wedding rehearsal dinner here and it was perfect. Seriously talented chef and owner Christine McCabe helped us planned a great menu to offer about 40 of our family and friends. The menu had a nice mix for meat-eaters, vegetarians, and pescatarians. Some of us had religious dietary restrictions (no red meat) that day, the salmon dish hit the spot for me. Dessert from the pastry display was also a huge hit! Everyone enjoyed the food and relaxed atmosphere! The waitstaff was super attentive to our needs as well. Also, the restaurant has a parking area with FREE parking-- super helpful for large groups.Since then, hubby and I have been back for date night. The salmon and fish n chips continue to favorites for us... in addition to the entire pastry display case! More...
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Lolo
Have been to interurban 4 timesBreakfast, lunch and dinnerYummy food The best”pop tarts “ ever!
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Amy K.
Everything was delicious. Everyone was so friendly and warm. Shrimp and chicken pot pie were outstanding. Definitely going back.
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Ashley G.
This place may be off the beaten path for now, but it's a delicious little Lincoln Park neighborhood spot! Right on the river and tying with their theme, it's a cute space with great food! We didn't eat like normal humans and of course ordered more than average to try it all! (Still things I want to go back and try!)We had Muesli to start which was really good! It was topped with sliced apples, homemade granola and pomegranate seeds! The hummus and pita chips were homemade, simple and yummy! The breakfast sammie was on a flaky, buttery biscuit and melted in your mouth with the cheese!The Japanese vegetable pancake was so different but really good!! It wasn't oily and the vegetables were cooked right. Looking forward to going back again soon! More...
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Mark S.
My fiancée and I both thought the food was too good to share with each other. I got the turkey meatball sandwich and she got the egg Sammie.
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Kathryn A.
Can I give them 6 stars? Delicious! I had a perfect latte to start, my fiancé and I shared a blueberry orange pop tart. You have to try the pop tarts, or any baked good ! I had a biscuit Sammie and it was delicious. Plus free parking! Lovely find, make sure to check them out you will not be disappointed!!!! More...
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Josh Gantz
Such a hidden gem! The interior was really well done, and the food and service were both amazing. The menu had lots of good items on it, so we'll definitely go back to try more. Our server, Shane, made great recommendations and was amazingly nice, too. I'd highly recommend. More...
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Carolina Clark
Just ~slightly~ off the beaten Bucktown/Lincoln Park path but 100% worth it. Had an incredibly delicious (and pretty healthy! ) dinner here. Honestly, the salmon was probably the best cooked salmon I've ever had. The interior is adorable, and the service was very friendly and helpful! Added bonus: All the desserts we ate there, as well as ones we took home were all delicious and NOT TOO SWEET(a rarity in the US). Double added bonus: Hop across the street on Cortland bridge for a nice view of the skyline. Can't wait to be back to try their brunch! More...
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JonathanL
It was VERY quiet when we went there for Sunday lunch. Easy to park, very bright inside, the music wasn't too loud. The man who waited on us was friendly and helpful. He had no problem with us lingering for a while until it was time to head to the theater (we were taking in the 2:00 performance of Blue Man Group). I learned about the place from an article in the Chicago Tribune which mentioned the blueberry pancakes. I ordered those and they were great. The restroom was large and very clean.Overall, just a nice place to visit. I'd definitely go there again. More...
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John Tuohy
Wonderful experience. Christine, Congratulations! Can't wait to come back. JOT
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Bonita L Gerdes
Great, tasty treats. Love that you can visit in your boat!
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Ed Gilliland
Loved the Nautical Vibe - Excellent Vittles - Friendly Staff - Shrimp to Die For - I’ll be back, regularly.�
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Mike Dixon
Great environment, wonderful staff, and out of this world Pastries...yum
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Molly McCarty Sikora
From the pastries to the salads and chili and WATERMELON FRESCA!!!! If you don't know about this gem of a cafe you are missing out! !!! As a business owner on the block I'm a regular!!! Sometimes twice daily for a refreshing Watermelon Fresca (it's a dream!) do yourself a favor and head there ASAP!!!! More...
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Jennifer Guimond-Quigley
We love Christine's baked goods! They are the best in the city!! We recently had the take and bake ciabatta rolls and salted caramel Apple pie for the Easter holiday and both were so amazing and huge hits with our family.
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Stefanie Lester Coslow
We've been loving Interurban's pastries and food since they've opened, my family is addicted to the pop tarts! The new space and menu look fantastic, I can't wait to try everything!!
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Betsy Peterson-Ortolano
Delicious! Staff is so friendly, place is nicely decorated. French Onion Grilled Cheese & coleslaw was so tasty. And the desserts, definitely recommend the cake balls & trifecta. Rose was good too. Will be back!
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B Schleppenbach
This is a charming location that gives the chef a chance to share her distinctive and delicious recipes with a larger audience. My advice: head there for a meal soon before everyone else discovers them. More...
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Lucia Dunn
The food is creative and healthy. I specially like the Japanese Pancake and of course I love the desserts, pop tarts, and chocolate zucchini cake among the many tasty treats. Do yourself a favor and stop in and see Chef Chris and taste her wonderful foods. Have a speciality drink or glass of wine or a craft beer you can't go wrong!!!! More...
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James Crotchett
Went for a great happy hour that became an amazing dinner. Good place for casual snacks, drinks and meals at reasonable prices and very tasty food and nice staff. We had the short rib pot stickers (sooo good), fried shrimp (perfectly cooked with cornmeal batter!), warm goat cheese and leek dip, and fish and chips. The fried fish was *perfectly* battered & cooked with flaky & tender fish. Naturally, we visited the sweets counter for a cupcake and cake pop. Can't wait for summer patios there! (I also recommend the pop tarts from my previous visits!) More...
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Mary Quinlan Kovats
We love the appetizers, the goat cheese crock with crispy toast and the braised short rib pot stickers. Amazing sandwiches and desserts! Great nautical theme. Happy hour with drink and appetizer specials daily. They also have off street parking and are close to the train and highway! It’s one of our new favorite places. More...
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Kathy Gorrell
Excellent
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Frank Labaty
Great service. A hidden gem in Lincoln Park. I always feel like I've gotten value for my money when I buy lunch here. I have converted several of my coworkers.
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Sally LaJoie
Always a great spot for lunch or a sweet treat! The egg biscuit is great too
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Maria Shimizu
The most amazing cake,I had Christine cake more than ones, so I knew how delicious they are,last Friday was my daughter wedding, it was very popular,beautiful and delicious
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Julie Aguirre-Garcia
Amazing owner and pastry chef, staff and the delicious baked goods and soups, pizza!!
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Steve A.
This place is a hidden gem. I have passed it a million times as I use Cortland frequently but never even knew it was there. Free parking and amazing food. The Japanese pancake is to die for. The restaurant was not as crowded as it should have been considering how outstanding the food is so go and support this hidden gem and keep it in business until Lincoln Yards development startsOnce you go then write another review. Let's use powerful word of mouth to get this place the crowds it deserves.There are a couple of other restaurants just west on Cortland and their food is not nearly as good! More...
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Emily H.
pretty good bakery, really liked their cookies! especially the dark chocolate one with cherry. The pop tart is pretty good too
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