Summer House Santa Monica

4.6

5888 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Located in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, Summer House is the place for sunshine all year round. Warm, laid-back West Coast vibes fill the restaurant making it a top Instagrammable destination, complete with beach house décor, a beautiful retractable glass ceiling, and an all-seasons courtyard patio.

The California-inspired menu from Chef Ben Goodnick highlights seasonal specialties made from scratch with locally sourced produce and fresh ingredients, along with market-driven pasta, artisan pizzas, and antipasti. Although the menu changes often with seasonal items, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are always provided.

At the Bakery counter, enjoy an irresistible selection of house-baked pastries, sourdough English muffins and signature oversized cookies, and more.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 29, 2022

9:00 PM

Booked 377 times today

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Takeout

(773) 634-4100

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Californian
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 11:00 am–9:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 634-4100
Website
https://www.summerhouserestaurants.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Divisional Chef Ben Goodnick
Catering
Located in the heart of Lincoln Park, Summer House features a menu that spotlights locally sourced produce & ingredients. Contact us to learn about safe indoor private party dining options perfect for weddings / receptions, bridal & baby showers, family gatherings, birthdays, daytime lunches, corporate events & more! Summer House also offers large cookie/bakery orders, perfect for when you want to host events at home & offer a special treat for your guests! To inquire about private parties or off-premise catering, call our Catering Department at (773) 634-4100.
Private party facilities
Host your next event at Summer House Santa Monica! The restaurant is designed to evoke the atmosphere of a summer beach house with warm tones and a large glass ceiling positioned directly over the dining room creating the perfect ambiance for socializing & celebrating.
Private party contact
Helen Tsilora: (773) 634-4100

Location
1954 N Halsted St Chicago, IL 60614
Neighborhood
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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Stacked Turkey
shaved turkey, avocado, havarti, grain mustard and mayo on 9 grain bread
Ham and Cheddar
sliced ham, vermont sharp cheddar, dijon mustard on housemade brioche roll
Stella Hero
ham, turkey, prosciutto, tomato, mayo, spicy giardiniera, provolone
Caprese Sandwich
fresh mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes with arugula pesto on a baguette
Avocado & Sprouts
hass avocado, local sprouts, sliced tomato and grainy mustard on 9 grain bread

Salads

select one; host selects one, add chicken to any salad for $3

Brussels Sprouts
manchego cheese, bacon, avocado, toasted almonds, peas, mustard vinaigrette
Classic Caesar
hearts of romaine, croutons, parmesan
Wilshire Blvd Cobb
romaine, egg, tomato, charred corn, cucumber, bacon, point reyes blue cheese, herb vinaigrette

Appetizers

Santa Monica Guacamole Bar$85.00
hass avocado, pico de gallo, tomatillo salsa, ranchero sauce
Caramelized Brussels Sprouts$50.95
balsamic vinegar, parmigiano reggiano
Prime Beef Meatballs$55.95
house-made marinara, torn basil

Salads

Classic Caesar Salad
caesar hearts of romaine, croutons, parmesan
- small$55.00
- medium up to 15 people$110.00
- 20+ people$160.00
Shaved Brussels Sprouts
manchego cheese, bacon, avocado, toasted almonds, peas, mustard vinaigrette
- small$55.00
- medium up to 15 people$110.00
- 20+ people$160.00
Wilshire Blvd Cobb
egg, corn, cucumber, tomato, point reyes blue, bacon, herb vinaigrette
- small$55.00
- medium up to 15 people$110.00
- 20+ people$160.00
Costa Mesa
queso fresco, charred corn, pico de gallo, avocado, quinoa, crispy tortilla, chipotle crema, lime vinaigrette
- small$55.00
- medium up to 15 people$110.00
- 20+ people$160.00

Pastas

priced by half pan, feeds 8-10 people

Bucatini Pomodoro$40.95
organic tomato, parmesan, basil
Rigatoni Bolognese$70.95
rosemary & parmigiano reggiano
Spicy Rigatoni alla Vodka$60.95
peas, Calabrian chili, reggiano, wild oregano

Pizza & Sweet Treats

Pizza

priced per pizza

Classic Margherita$18.95
fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, olive oil, sea salt, basil
Organic Sausage & Fennel$19.95
fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, fennel pollen
Hobbs Pepperoni$19.95
fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, parmesan -
Spicy Salumi & Burrata$21.95
garlic, fresh mozzarella, whipped burrata, tomato sauce
Shaved Mushroom$21.95
gruyère, onion, true, rosemary, parmesan cream, parsley
Prosciutto & Egg*$20.95
four cheese, sunny-side up egg, parmesan cream, chili "ake

Sweet Treats

Full Size Platter - $48.95 | Mini Size Platter - $12.95

Sea-Salt Chocolate Chip Cookie
Peanut Butter Cookie
Sea-Salt Oatmeal Scotchie
Rice Krispy Chocolate Chip Cookie
Brown Butter Rice Krispy Treat
M&M Cookie
Sprinke Cookie
Gluten Free chocolate Chip Cookie
Vegan Snickerdoodle Cookie
Oreo Rice Crispy Treat
Apple Oatmeal Cookie

Platters & Stations

medium feed up to 20 guests, large feeds 20+ guests

Farmers Market Crudites & Dips
fresh seasonal vegetables: blue cheese dip, creamy buttermilk dip
- Medium$90.00
- Large$140.00
Salumi & Cheese Board
chef's selection of local and artisan cured meats & cheese: housemade bread, pickles, mustard
- Medium$130.00
- Large$180.00
California Style Tacos$180.00
guacamole and lime wedges: 2lbs adobo chicken • 2lbs short rib barbacoa • 2lbs roasted vegetables
Farmer's Market Salad
selection of seasonal fruit
- small$60.00
- medium$90.00
- large$120.00

Event Fee

A 3% event fee is added to all guest checks.

What 5,888 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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MarjorieH
Chicago
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful front patio experience!! Great service. Hoping the back patio will be available for seating later this summer.
DC
DoloresC
Chicago
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Nice 1st time experience, there was lots of street noise when we were for lunch. Will ask to be seated inside next time. Our waitress was very attentive.
ED
EileenD
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always lovely. Quick service, great food. We will be back.
S
Samantha3
Chicago
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place!
E
Edward
Dallas
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect birthday drinks & dinner!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistently good.
J
Jessica
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food3service5ambience5
I’ve been twice before and the food was always great. This time not so much though - it came cold and not as tasty.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience4
Great server and really good food.
AB
AmyB
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall1food3service1ambience3
I found the service terrible. Very inattentive and aloof. Great food though. Would have been better to just order and stay in!
YL
YasminL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Beautiful place. I will recommend any day any time.
AL
ALocal
Chicago
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was great, so was food, loved the Vitamin D room!
AD
AllyD
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall2food2service3ambience4
felt like they were just trying to get us in and out, food and drinks were just okay
F
Fargo
Tucson
26 reviews
vip
2.0
26 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall2food2service1ambience3
Took a long time to get a server. A long long time to get our drinks. Food started to come before we received our cocktails. Pizza and rest of the cooked food was cold. Not enough help!!!!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience1
Love it!! I wanted to order the whole menu. The cookies, the drinks, the food, the ambiance. This was a hit!!
DB
DebraB
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Wait staff great Good food Excellent cocktails and atmosphere
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eroomdm7
Chicago
15 reviews
vip
2.0
15 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall2food2service1ambience2
Not a restaurant worthy of a return visit. My first course came out after my partner finished his first course. Mine was a gazpacho which was served with a tea spoon to eat instead of a soup spoon or just a regular size spoon. The main courses came out before I even finished the first so we had all of plates jammed on the small table. Service was very slow and the food was mediocre at best. A very disappointing night to say the least. They also add a misc. sur charge on your bill but it is not disclosed where it is going.
G
Gene
Chicago
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
We were on the patio with most of the ceiling covered. It was very noisy.
L
Lisa
Chicago
54 reviews
5.0
54 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
Summer House is always a reliably good and healthy meal. Love the ambiance of this place!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Nashville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sister n laws Bday
EL
EileenL
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 21, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Enjoying our lunch at Summer House...the vibe and energy are always fun!
G
Giggles4ever
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
I love everything about the place. The only complaint I have is that the service is a little too slow.
RC
RyanC
Chicago
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience4
The food was quite good. The service was really lacking. Our server and the manager apologized, which was appreciated. I won't be going back, however
K
Karolina
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an awesome waiter that made our experience so much better! Food was amazing, everything tasted super fresh. When making my reservation it asked me if it was for anything special, so we put down birthday since we were celebrating my moms birthday. I figured since they asked we would get something special but that didn’t happen. We still enjoyed the place so that’s not a deal breaker for us but just figured I would suggest changing that for any future birthday reservations cause people love getting a little something for their birthday. Regardless, 5/5!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall2food2service5ambience5
Drinks were meh. 2 of the 4 dishes were excellent. The other 2 blah. Maybe we will try brunch but not dinner next time.
NA
NidhiA
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience4
We are regulars, but afraid food was not up to par this time, and a lot of mistakes with order.
CF
CarolynF
Chicago
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
Was celebrating a friend’s bday. I did note this in my OpenTable reso but server never acknowledged it. She was rushed, seemed like she wasn’t having a good day… The food and drinks are great but not sure I’d say “a value@ although I did take 1/2 my brussel/kale salad home. Of course I’m coming back….!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Fun place for summer lunch
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great! We had a wonderful time and wonderful food and drink!
j
jenniferw
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent as usual - great guacamole and fish tacos!
MR
MelissaR
Chicago
16 reviews
vip
2.0
16 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall2food3service3ambience3
What was supposed to be a celebratory evening turned sour when we were sat AN HOUR after our reservation. We arrived early and were told we would be seated at our reservation time and then after checking in twice being told it would just be “a little while longer” we didn’t even get our meals until just after 9pm (reservation was at 7:45). Our server was pretty wonderful and the only redeeming factor of the night (he at least brought a birthday treat at the end and apologized for our wait). Food was good but not really worth the price tag in my opinion.
r
riley
Chicago
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
Made a reservation last night but when we checked in, we were told they were behind schedule. We waited for 25 minutes and then just left and went to eat elsewhere.
AW
AmyW
Minneapolis
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing service and food!
EG
EliseG
Chicago
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waitress was fantastic!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good food and service!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My boyfriend and I always enjoy our experience at summer house but the server, Daniel, went above and beyond to make our experience the best ever. He was attentive while also letting us enjoy our meal. He made excellent suggestions for drinks and food as well.
SW
SarahW3
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience5
Wasn’t very crowded and had to ask to be seated at a better table. Service was good from Alex. Attentive and made good recommendations. Loved the atmosphere, was a tad loud( music) but all I. All good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The experience was on point! We had a long awaited girls night and we couldn’t have had a better experience topped with some of the best cookies in town. 10/10 would recommend!
KH
KelliH
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
I will definitely be back. Our waiter was awesome too
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and amazing food. Did not disappoint!
JS
JessicaS
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Still thinking about the food 🤤

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Summer House Santa Monica using the Order Online button. Summer House Santa Monica also offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Uber Eats. Summer House Santa Monica also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 634-4100.

Summer House Santa Monica is rated 4.6 stars by 5888 OpenTable diners.