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Summer House - Chicago, Chicago, IL

Summer House - Chicago

4.7
4.7
7999 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 257 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
Located in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, Summer House is the place for sunshine all year round. Enjoy seasonal specialties, market-driven pasta, artisan pizzas, and fresh antipasti from Chef Ben Goodnick’s California-inspired menu. Reserve your table today and be transported to the West Coast by the beach house decor, retractable glass ceiling, and all-season courtyard.

For parties of 9 or more, email shsbparties@lettuce.com. Carryout and delivery are available, or visit The Cookie Bar for a selection of fresh-baked goods, sourdough English muffins, Summer House's renowned oversized cookies, small-batch coffee, and specialty espresso drinks.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 11:00–21:00 Thu, Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat 09:00–22:00 Sun 09:00–21:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00
  • Phone number
    (773) 634-4100
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Divisional Chef Ben Goodnick
  • Catering
    Summer House caters to parties of all sizes, whether at home, in the office, or at a special venue. We offer full-service catering, including events aboard Chicago’s First Lady Cruises. To view our catering menus or place an order, visit our website.
  • Private party facilities
    Plan your next event with the Summer House Parties team. From large-scale events to intimate gatherings, our experts will help you create a special occasion from start to finish. Visit our website to explore our options and book your event. For parties of 9 or more, email shsbparties@lettuce.com.
  • Private party contact
    Summer House Parties Team: (773) 634-4100
  • Area
    Lincoln Park
  • Cross Street
    Armitage
  • Parking details
    Free and paid street parking is available on Halsted, and around the corner along Armitage. Valet parking is available for $15 cash
  • Public transit
    Just southeast of the Armitage stop on the Brown Line. Halsted Bus, Route #8 Armitage Bus, Route #73
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Kid's Pizza Making

    Multiple dates available
    Bring your little chefs to Summer House for Kids Pizza Making! Every Monday to Thursday from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, kids 12 and under can craft their own pizzas at the official pizza counter with our chefs for $7.95 plus tax (gratuity not included). Or opt for our tableside option, and have all the ingredients delivered to your table for the whole family to get in on the fun! Kids will wash their hands, use the flour to form the dough, spread their choice of red or white sauce, and build their zae with cheese and toppings of their choice. Once our team pops it in the oven, the pizza will be delivered back to your family’s table for an a-dough-able dinner. Please note, Kids Pizza Making is not offered during the weekend (Friday to Sunday).
    Kid's Pizza Making photo
  • Summer House Birthday Surprise

    US$29.95 per party

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    At Summer House – Lincoln Park, your birthday wish is our command. Celebrate the special occasion with the Summer House Birthday Surprise! Gift yourself or your loved one with an unforgettable birthday bash, including festive balloons, a sensational Sprinkle Cake, and memories to last a lifetime. Our delicious, California-inspired food and drink menu is just icing on the cake. Purchase the Birthday Surprise for $29.95 (plus tax) as you celebrate another journey around the sun! Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance.
    Summer House Birthday Surprise photo
  • Passover Dinner 2025

    12 Apr 2025 - 13 Apr 2025
    Plan your Passover celebrations with a family-style spread at Summer House in Lincoln Park! On Saturday, April 12 and Sunday, April 13, dine with us for a holiday dinner menu. Chef Ben Goodnick presents a multi-course meal including traditional dishes like Matzo Ball Soup, Braised Beef Short Rib, Potato Pancakes, and more. The full menu is available on our website. Enjoy the menu as a prix fixe for $57.95 per person and $19.95 per children 12 and younger (plus tax and gratuity). The menu is also available a la carte. Book your Passover dinner reservation today. For more information, please call the restaurant at 773-634-4100.
    Passover Dinner 2025 photo

What 7,999 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Most Booked

  • Chicago

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Summer House in Chicago is a vibrant spot known for its "wonderful food and atmosphere." Guests appreciate the "stellar service," attentive staff, and allergy-friendly menu. Though it can be "crowded," it offers a bright, inviting ambiance reminiscent of California. The brunch menu and bakery items are highly recommended for their "delicious" flavors.

7,999 Reviews
  1. ALISTAIR

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took the family and we had a great meal together. Fantastic service matched by the food. We had pasta, burgers, fish n chips, crab cakes and the steak. Everything was really nicely done. Be sure to grab some cookies on the way out.

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  2. Daria

    VIP

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious as always! Cannot recommend the vodka pasta enough! The brussel sprouts were also an unexpected favorite

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  3. Jonathan

    VIP

    Chicago

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, very good experience, the servers are good, but also spread pretty thin it seemed. But would still recommend!

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  4. Bridget

    VIP

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    People were nice. Service was good and food was delicious

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  5. Bob

    VIP

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We waited over 20 minutes for our reservation and then was immediately told to hurry because they were busy and needed tables. No apology for the lateness. Then they sat us basically in the kitchen and the smell of burnt food was unbearable

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  6. Crystal

    VIP

    Chicago

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went here for a birthday dinner and honestly thought I had accidentally walked into heaven—because our waitress, Danielle, was an actual angel. She was so friendly, attentive, and funny that I almost invited her to join the party. Best service ever, 10/10!

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  7. Thomas

    VIP

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Kitchen a little slow , dinner took a while , overall very good though

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  8. Nancy

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fantastic! We had a great server Beth who was fun and took care of us. The food was excellent and the drinks were stellar! And the ambiance was very pleasant. Highly recommend!

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  9. Livvy

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful, quick service. I was really glad we had a reservation — there were a lot of people standing waiting for tables as we left.

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  10. Betsy

    VIP

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    1.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Truly the worst experience I've had at this restaurant, and I've dined here a lot. Service was slow (we made a reservation 2 hours before our theater, and we were late!), the food was poor quality, and the way we were treated by the manager - of all people - was inexcusable. Rather than apologizing for the mixup that was made with splitting our bill, she was rude to me and several of my friends! This restaurant has likely lost 6 really good and frequent customers.

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FAQs

Summer House - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 634-4100.

Summer House - Chicago is rated 4.7 stars by 7999 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 257 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Summer House - Chicago

1954 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Armitage
  • Area
    Lincoln Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 11:00–21:00 Thu, Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat 09:00–22:00 Sun 09:00–21:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free and paid street parking is available on Halsted, and around the corner along Armitage. Valet parking is available for $15 cash
  • Public transit
    Just southeast of the Armitage stop on the Brown Line. Halsted Bus, Route #8 Armitage Bus, Route #73
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Divisional Chef Ben Goodnick
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (773) 634-4100
  • Catering
    Summer House caters to parties of all sizes, whether at home, in the office, or at a special venue. We offer full-service catering, including events aboard Chicago’s First Lady Cruises. To view our catering menus or place an order, visit our website.
  • Private party facilities
    Plan your next event with the Summer House Parties team. From large-scale events to intimate gatherings, our experts will help you create a special occasion from start to finish. Visit our website to explore our options and book your event. For parties of 9 or more, email shsbparties@lettuce.com.
  • Private party contact
    Summer House Parties Team: (773) 634-4100
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