Cafe Absinthe

1954 W North Ave, Chicago IL 60622 cafeabsinthechicago.com (773) 278-4488

Cuisines and Dishes at Cafe Absinthe:

American

Menu for Cafe Absinthe

Dessert Wines

Framboise, Raspberry Wine NV $8Graham's 20 yr Tawny $12.00
Lucid Absinthe Drip $12.00
Two Hands, Sparkling Moscato, Barossa 07 $12.00
Pastry Chef Javier Gonzalez

Desserts

Pistachio Mousse Cake $7.00
Orange-Zest Sponge Cake Covered with a White Chocolate Pistachio Mousse Served with Strawberry Sauce & Garnished with Fresh Strawberries
Classic Rhubarb Crisp $7.00
Rhubarb and Strawberries Marinated in Lime Juice Baked with Cinnamon, Brown Sugar, and a Brazil Nut Streusel, Served With a Blackberry Ice Cream
Petite Hazelnut Chocolate Puff Pastry $7.00
Puff Pastry Filled with Apricot Brandy Bavarian Crème Drizzled with a Bittersweet Kahlua Chocolate Sauce
Exotic Crème Brulee $7.00
Blood Orange Infused With a Splash of Martel Cognac Served with Two Ginger Cigars
Vanilla Almond Bread Pudding $7.00
Homemade Brioche Baked with Vanilla Bean and Cardamom Served with Peach Crème Fraiche Ice Cream and a Passion Fruit Sauce With a Pomegranate Garnish

Desserts

The Signature Chocolate Cake $7.00
Dark Chocolate "Lava" Cake Infused with Grand Marnier Orange Liqueur Served with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and a Prickly Pear Sauce

Artisanal Cheese Plate

Apricot Chutney and Quince Paste $12.00

First Course

Shr imp & Lobster Turnover $10.00
Stuffed Seafood, Pastry Dough, Sautéed Vegetables, Fine Herbs & Shr imp Butter Sauce
Artisanal Cheese Plate $12.00
Comte, Robiolla & Mur c i a a l Vino Cheeses with an Apr i cot Chutney & Date Onion Relish
Black Wing Ostrich Filet $10.00
Finge r l ing Potatoes, Bacon, Diced Tomatoes & Roasted Chicken Sauce
Peeky Toe Crab Cake $11.00
Sautéed Leeks, Sweet Corn & Peeky Toe Crab Cream Sauce
Hudson Valley Foi e Gras $12.00
Toasted Lemon Brioche, Port Wine, Cher r y Puree & Cherry Reduction Sauce

Salads and Soup

Mixed Greens $7.00
Mixed Baby Greens, Marinated Artichokes, Feta Cheese & House Dressing
Baby Spinach & Lobster Salad $9.00
Spinach, Orange Supremes, Red Onions & Orange Cit rus Vinaigret te
Hearts of Romaine $8.00
Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Cheese, Croutons, White Anchovi e s & Creamy Caesar Dressing
Roasted Beet Sal ad $10.00
Frisee, Manchego, Toasted Almonds & Truffle Vinaigrette
Corn Chowder $6.00
Sweet Corn & Garni sh

Main Course

Seared Sea Scallops $25.00
Sautéed Zucchini Squash, Shrimp and Lobster Ravioli & Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Australian Lamb Rack $28.00
Herb Mar inated Lamb, Potato Cake, Sautéed Watercress, Sha l lots & Rosemary Lamb Jus
New York St rip $27.00
Grilled Steak Forest Mushrooms, Spinach, Asparagus & Cabernet Sauce
Red Snapper $23.00
Braised Ar t ichokes, Fennel , Mirepoix , Potatoes, Tomato Concasse, Olive Tapenade
Roasted Duck $21.00
Cured Duck Leg, Braised Cabbage, Lobster Mushrooms , Arugula & Roasted Duck Sauce
White Fish $23.00
Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Lemon & Caper But t er Sauce
Portobello Mushroom Tart $17.00
Grilled Portobello, Puff Pastry , Sautéed Vegetables, Garlic Butter Sauce & Parsley Coulis

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Mar 15 2012

Abs T. via Yelp

Revealing another one of my hidden gems! :-) Dinner here was romantic, quiet.....a perfect time w/ my perfect man! We opted for 2 of the specials:...read more
Feb 18 2012

dan b. via Yelp

I was concerned by all the recent negative reviews but I have to say I had a great experience. It's a great set up and the ambiance was just right. The...read more
Feb 14 2012

Paul W. via Yelp

Disappointed to see Cafe Absinthe declining from it's former glory. The experience from the missing valet to the I attentive server left a bad taste. The...read more
Dec 11 2008

ChicagoZagat via Citysearch

I give Cafe Absinthe 2 stars. And I will stand by this rating...... but if the server staff and bartenders improve their demeanor ...read more
Dec 09 2008

via Citysearch

This restaurant is located in Bucktown and offers a variety of food options! I absolutely loved the chicken with roasted fennel! T...read more
Apr 02 2008

michaelgastner via Citysearch

Im sorry to say, but after a recent visit this place is no longer the gem of Wicker Park. This was once an old standby for my wife...read more

From Citysearch

Candlelight flickers off exposed brick walls and muted curtains in this cozy, hip space. A well-dressed, established crowd buzzes at close tables while cooks work up a sweat in the open kitchen just beyond. The inventive, contemporary American menu usually hits the bull's-eye. Fab grilled ostrich is complemented by a fragrant avocado chimichurri, while creamy seared foie gras in sauterne may be one of the best in the city. Sauteed skate wing stands out among the entrees, thanks to a subtle, flavorful porcini beurre blanc. For dessert, don't pass up the house-made ice cream or the wonderful, light apple blueberry galette with vanilla ice cream.

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