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Geja's Cafe

4.8
4.8
5572 Reviews
$31 to $50
Fondue

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
For over 59 years, fondue dining at Geja’s Café has been a favorite indulgence for Chicagoans as well as out-of-towners. It’s a perfect way to kindle romance, celebrate a special occasion or simply join family and friends for a fun and unforgettable dining experience.
To start we offer a Swiss Gruyere cheese fondue, served with fresh breads, fruits and vegetables for dipping. Our crisp house salad, dressed with tangy Dijon vinaigrette, offers a counterpoint to the rich, warm cheese fondue appetizer.
Next, you’ll cook your choices of Australian lobster tail, Gulf shrimp, beef tenderloin, fresh sea scallops or boneless chicken breast in a pot of sizzling soybean oil or broth. The main course is served with fresh vegetables and eight gourmet dipping sauces.
Our famous chocolate fondue is flamed table-side, and presented with marshmallows for roasting and other delectable dippers.

A 4 % operational fee is added to all checks to work in concert with Chicago's One Fair Wage Ordinance.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Fondue, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri 17:00–22:00 Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (773) 281-9101
  • Website
    http://www.gejascafe.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Your are the Chef of the Evening
  • Private party facilities
    Please email adam@gejascafe.com for more details.
  • Location
    340 W. Armitage, Chicago, IL 60614
  • Area
    Lincoln Park
  • Cross Street
    Lincoln and Clark
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Brown Line to Sedgewick / North
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine

Experiences

  • 4 PM- New Year's Eve Package Seating

    US$110.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Featuring our Connoisseur Premier Dinner and a Glass of Roederer Estate Brut Rose. Premier Fondue Dinners Include: Appetizer: Swiss Gruyere cheese fondue with assorted breads, vegetables and fruits for dipping. House salad served with Geja’s Dijon vinaigrette. Entree: Beef Tenderloin, Australian Lobster Tail and Gulf Shrimp. Served with assorted vegetables and eight gourmet dipping sauces. Dessert: Geja’s Belgian Chocolate fondue flamed tableside and served with marshmallows for roasting and other delectable treats for dipping.
    4 PM- New Year's Eve Package Seating photo

  • 6:30 PM- New Year's Eve Package Seating

    US$125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Featuring our Connoisseur Premier Dinner and a glass of Louis Roederer ‘Collection 244’ Brut. Premier Fondue Dinners Include: Appetizer: Swiss Gruyere cheese fondue with assorted breads, vegetables and fruits for dipping. House salad served with Geja’s Dijon vinaigrette. Entree: Beef Tenderloin, Australian Lobster Tail and Gulf Shrimp. Served with assorted vegetables and eight gourmet dipping sauces. Dessert: Geja’s Belgian Chocolate fondue flamed tableside and served with marshmallows for roasting and other delectable treats for dipping.

  • 9:30 PM- New Year's Eve Package Seating

    US$150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Featuring our Connoisseur Premier Dinner and a bottle of Louis Roederer ‘Collection 244’ Brut per couple. Festive party favors included for the countdown to midnight and celebration. Premier Fondue Dinners Include: Appetizer: Swiss Gruyere cheese fondue with assorted breads, vegetables and fruits for dipping. House salad served with Geja’s Dijon vinaigrette. Entree: Beef Tenderloin, Australian Lobster Tail and Gulf Shrimp. Served with assorted vegetables and eight gourmet dipping sauces. Dessert: Geja’s Belgian Chocolate fondue flamed tableside and served with marshmallows for roasting and other delectable treats for dipping.

Menu

Sharing charge $12 per person

Geja's Premier Fondue Dinners

Include: Swiss Gruyere cheese fondue with assorted breads, vegetables, and fruits for dipping. House salad served with Geja's Dijon vinaigrette. Your choice of any combination of aged Beef Tenderloin, Australian Lobster Tail, white Shrimp, Fresh Sea Scallops and Boneless Chicken Breast. Served with assorted vegetables and eight gourmet dipping sauces. Geja's Belgian Chocolate fondue flamed at your table and served with marshmallows for roasting and other delectable treats for dipping. Vegetable broth and gluten-free bread are available. Premier Fondue Dinners are available a la carte for $22 less

  • Prince Geja's Combination*

    Beef tenderloin, lobster tail, white shrimp, fresh sea scallops and boneless chicken breast

    • per personUS$84.00

  • The Connoisseur*

    Beef tenderloin, white shrimp and Australian lobster tail

    • per personUS$84.00

  • Deluxe Seafood*

    Fresh sea scallops, white shrimp and Australian lobster tail

    • per personUS$84.00

  • The International*

    Beef tenderloin, white shrimp and boneless chicken breast

    • per personUS$67.00

  • Beef and Lobster*

    Beef tenderloin and Australian lobster tail

    • per personUS$84.00

  • Beef and Shrimp*

    Beef tenderloin and white shrimp

    • per personUS$69.00

  • Beef Tenderloin*

    • per personUS$69.00

  • Vegetarian Delight*US$49.00

    • Chicken Breast with Lobster Tail*

      • per personUS$81.00

    • Chicken Breast with Gulf Shrimp*

      • per personUS$63.00

    • Chicken Breast with Fresh Sea Scallops*

      • per personUS$71.00

    • Fresh Sea Scallops

      • per personUS$79.00

    • Boneless Chicken Breast

      • per personUS$59.00

    • Beef Tenderloin with Fresh Sea Scallops*

      • per personUS$77.00

    • Beef Tenderloin with Chicken Breast*

      • per personUS$62.00

    Cheese & Charcuterie Boards

    Cheeses: Sharp: California Blue, Canadian Black Diamond, Wisconsin Aged Cheddar. Robust: French Brie, Swiss Gruyere, Wisconsin Herb Goat. Delicate: French Port Salut, Dutch Edam Gouda, Italian Bel Paes

    • Gourmet BoardUS$27.00

      Your choice of three 1-oz cheeses listed above with Toscana salami, aged chorizo, smoked landjaeger, pretzel bread, apples, grapes, Marcona almonds, stone-ground mustard, green peppercorn Dijon mustard, fig jam and quince puree

      • Cheese FlightUS$20.00

        Your choice of three 1-oz cheeses listed above served with pretzel bread, apples, grapes, Marcona almonds, fig jam and quince puree

        Fondues

        • Swiss Gruyere Cheese Fondue

          Imported Gruyere blended with white wine, Kirsch cherry brandy and spices. For dipping: apple wedges, grapes, vegetables and assorted breads. House salad with Geja's Dijon vinaigrette

          • per personUS$25.00

        • Belgian Chocolate Fondue

          Flamed with orange liqueur and served with strawberries, banana, pineapple, cherries, pound cake, graham cracker crumbs, Rice Krispy treats, churros and marshmallows for roasting

          • per personUS$25.00

        • Cheese and Chocolate Fondue

          Swiss Gruyere Cheese and Belgian Chocolate Fondues served with house salad with Dijon vinaigrette

          • per personUS$45.00

        Last updated: 2 April 2023

        What 5,572 people are saying

        Overall ratings and reviews

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

        4.8
        4.8 based on recent ratings
        • 4.7Food
        • 4.8Service
        • 4.9Ambience
        • 4.4Value

        Noise • Moderate

        Loved For

        • Chicago / Illinois

          Best Ambience

        • Chicago / Illinois

          Romantic

        • Chicago

          Best Ambience

        • Chicago

          Romantic

        Review summary

        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
        Geja's Cafe in Chicago is a beloved destination for romantic dining and special occasions. Guests rave about the "most romantic restaurant," "exceptional service," and "delicious fondue." The charming atmosphere, enhanced by live guitar music, ensures a memorable experience. While some find it pricey, many consider it "worth every penny" for a unique, intimate evening.

        5,572 Reviews

        1. Lizzy

          Chicago

          5 reviews

          5.0

          5 reviews

          Dined 1 day ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          best date night restaurant! (or any ocassion, really) service was fantastic and we got the prince combination meal

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        2. SophieF

          Chicago

          5 reviews

          5.0

          5 reviews

          Dined 3 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          We love Gejas!!!! Our server was so attentive and great service. The food is always amazing and so is the atmosphere.

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        3. Cole

          Chicago

          1 review

          5.0

          1 review

          Dined 4 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Great experience and very friendly staff! Can’t wait to come back!

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        4. Mary Ellen

          VIP

          Chicago

          3 reviews

          5.0

          3 reviews

          Dined 4 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Such a special place! Yes Geja’s is wonderful for a romantic dinner. But we especially love Geja’s for our annual family Christmas dinner. Great food, lots of joyful interaction and a cozy, festive ambiance.

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        5. Erin

          Chicago

          1 review

          5.0

          1 review

          Dined 5 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 4
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          This is the best restaurant I have ever been to in my 31 years of continued existence. The staff is so kind and they remember myself and my partner every time we come in because we come in once a month. The cheese is delectable, the main course is utterly mouthwatering, and don’t even get me started on the chocolate. 100000/10 can’t wait to come again.

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        6. ManasaV

          New York City

          3 reviews

          5.0

          3 reviews

          Dined 6 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          An absolute Chicago gem. Perfect for a special date.

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        7. Adrean

          Tampa

          1 review

          3.0

          1 review

          Dined 7 days ago

          1. Overall 3
          2. Food 4
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Nice ambiance, pretty quiet place…as long as the table next to you is considerate lol ours not so much. Service is very good. Spent $200 on a date night with one drink each, so definitely not too budget friendly if that’s what you’re looking for haha. Overall pretty nice place I just feel like you can get a lot more bang for your buck somewhere else.

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        8. Jessica

          Minneapolis

          1 review

          5.0

          1 review

          Dined 7 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Thank you for hosting our girls night ❤️ We appreciate the cozy atmosphere to celebrate the Holiday’s! First time visitors but we will be back!

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        9. Natalie

          San Francisco

          3 reviews

          5.0

          3 reviews

          Dined 7 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          A delightful way to celebrate an occasion with a special experience. The dinner was well-paced, professionally handled, delicious food, fun atmosphere. There’s good reason Geja’s has been around for more than half a century.

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        10. Aniyah

          Chicago

          1 review

          5.0

          1 review

          Dined on 17 December 2024

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          The service was impeccable. Murphy killed it. The place was so great my group has made it a monthly thing to do. Recommend it to anyone!

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        FAQs

        Geja's Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 281-9101.

        Geja's Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 5572 OpenTable diners.

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

        Make a booking

        2 people
        19:00
        Booked 21 times today
        Experiences are available.

        Order delivery or takeout

        Google Map for Geja's Cafe

        340 W. Armitage, Chicago, IL 60614

        Additional information

        • Cross Street
          Lincoln and Clark
        • Area
          Lincoln Park
        • Hours of Operation
          Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri 17:00–22:00 Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
        • Price
          $31 to $50
        • Cuisines
          Fondue, Steak, Seafood
        • Dining style
          Casual Elegant
        • Dress code
          Smart Casual
        • Parking details
          Street Parking
        • Public transit
          Brown Line to Sedgewick / North
        • Payment Options
          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
        • Executive Chef
          Your are the Chef of the Evening
        • Additional
          Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine
        • Website
          http://www.gejascafe.com/
        • Phone number
          (773) 281-9101
        • Private party facilities
          Please email adam@gejascafe.com for more details.
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