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  • Chef's Special Cocktail Bar

Chef's Cocktail Bar

2165 N. Western Avenue, Chicago, IL
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Featured Items

  • Dan Dan Noodles

    *SPICY* thick egg noodles, ground pork, sesame paste, peanuts and Sichuan peppercorn (G, *PN*)
    $18.50
  • Egg Rolls (2pc)

    2pc - Crunchy wrapper stuffed with pork, shrimp, glass noodles, cabbage and carrots. (G, SH)
    $13.50
  • Dry-Fried Green Beans

    MILD - Wok-fried green beans. Sweet & spicy glaze. Crispy garlic (*G*, VV)
    $15.50

Food - Take Out Menu

Allergy Key

  • ALLERGIES & DIETARY RESTRICTIONS

    G- contains gluten SH- contains shellfish FF- contains fin fish TN- contains tree nuts PN- contains peanuts **- although item typically contains this allergen it can be done without. Options to remove allergen are programmable via Toast online ordering. For Example: Kung Pao Tofu (*G*) contains traces of gluten in the sauce, but can be done without if someone has an allergy. If you have a severe allergy please call us to place your order at 773.666.5143.

Appetizers

  • Smashed Cucumbers

    persian cucumbers, sichuan peppercorn, pickled fresnos, toasted sesame, rice wine vinegar and fresh herbs (VV)
    $7.00
  • Egg Rolls (2pc)

    2pc - Crunchy wrapper stuffed with pork, shrimp, glass noodles, cabbage and carrots. (G, SH)
    $13.50
  • Vegetarian Spring Rolls (2 Pc)

    2pc - Thin crispy wrapper, filled with mushrooms, carrots, scallion and tofu. (G, VV)
    $12.50
  • Crab Rangoon (4pc)

    Fried wonton wrapper stuffed with cream cheese and crab. (G, FF, SH)
    $12.50
  • Potstickers (4pc)

    Thicker dough stuffed with pork and cabbage, served with a tamari-fresno dipping sauce. (G)
    $14.50
  • Wontons in Chili Oil (6pc)

    6pc - SPICY- Thin, noodle-like wrapper filled with pork, ginger, garlic chives, Thai chilies and black vinegar. (G)
    $15.50

Fried Rice

  • Veggie Fried Rice

    Stir fried rice with egg, peas, carrots, and sesame oil. (V)
    $14.50
  • Tofu Fried Rice

    Stir fried rice with egg, peas, carrots, sesame oil, and tofu. (V, *VV*)
    $15.50
  • Combo Fried Rice

    Stir fried rice with egg, peas, carrots, sesame oil, pork & shrimp. (SH)
    $16.50
  • Shrimp Fried Rice

    Stir fried rice with egg, peas, carrots, sesame oil and shrimp. (SH)
    $16.50
  • Chicken Fried Rice

    Stir fried rice with egg, peas, carrots, sesame oil and chicken.
    $16.50
  • Pork fried rice

    Stir fried rice with egg, peas, carrots, sesame oil, and pork.
    $15.50

Noodles

  • Dan Dan Noodles

    *SPICY* thick egg noodles, ground pork, sesame paste, peanuts and Sichuan peppercorn (G, *PN*)
    $18.50
  • Veggie Lo Mein

    Thick egg noodles, wok tossed with mixed vegetables and garlic broth. (G, V)
    $14.50
  • Chicken Lo Mein

    Thick egg noodles, wok tossed with mixed vegetables, chicken, and garlic broth. (G)
    $15.50
  • Tofu Lo Mein

    Thick egg noodles, wok tossed with mixed vegetables, tofu, and garlic broth. (G, V)
    $15.50
  • Beef Lo Mein

    Thick egg noodles, wok tossed with mixed vegetables, beef, and garlic broth. (G)
    $17.50
  • Shrimp Lo Mein

    Thick egg noodles, wok tossed with mixed vegetables, chicken, and garlic broth. (G, SH)
    $17.50

Vegetables & Tofu

vegetable side dishes do not come with white rice - side of rice can be added to any order for $1
  • Kung Pao Tofu

    SPICY- Extra firm tofu wok tossed with roasted peanuts, dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, and bell peppers. -vegan- (VV, *G*, *PN*)
    $16.50
  • Sweet & Sour Tofu

    Crispy tofu in Chef's Special sweet n' sour sauce with onion and bell pepper. -vegan- (VV)
    $16.50
  • Dry-Fried Green Beans

    MILD - Wok-fried green beans. Sweet & spicy glaze. Crispy garlic (*G*, VV)
    $15.50

Seafood

comes with white rice
  • Sweet & Sour Shrimp

    Crispy shrimp in Chef's Special sweet n' sour sauce with onion and bell pepper (SH)
    $18.50
  • Kung Pao Shrimp

    SPICY- Shrimp wok tossed with roasted peanuts, dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, and bell peppers. (*G*, *PN*, SH)
    $18.50
  • Walnut Shrimp

    Battered and fried shrimp with honey walnut dressing, radicchio, pickled fresno chilies and candied walnuts. (TN, SH)
    $19.50

Chicken

comes with white rice
  • Sweet & Sour Chicken

    Crispy chicken in Chef's Special sweet n' sour sauce with onion and bell pepper.
    $17.50
  • Cashew Chicken

    Tender chicken wok tossed with roasted cashew, scallion, daikon, and a garlic-oyster sauce. (*SH* *G*)
    $18.50
  • Dry Chili Chicken

    VERY SPICY- Crispy chicken wok tossed with ginger, garlic, scallion and lots of dried chilies and Sichuan peppercorns. (*VV*)
    $19.50
  • Orange Chicken

    Crispy chicken in orange sauce with onion and broccoli.
    $17.50
  • Kung Pao Chicken

    SPICY- Tender chicken wok tossed with roasted peanuts, dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, and bell peppers. (*G*, *PN*)
    $17.50

Pork & Beef

comes with white rice
  • Mapo Tofu with ground pork

    VERY SPICY Soft tofu with ground pork, doubanjiang and Sichuan peppercorn. Served with rice. (G)
    $18.50
  • Beef and Broccoli

    Tender sliced beef glazed in a sweet dark soy with spring onion and broccoli. (*G*)
    $19.50
  • Mongolian Beef

    SPICY- Tender beef with hoisin, dark soy and chili vinegar. Served with crispy cellophane noodles. (*G*, *SH*)
    $19.50
  • Kung Pao Beef

    SPICY- Tender Beef wok tossed with roasted peanuts, dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, and bell peppers. (*G* *PN*)
    $19.50

Kid's Menu

  • Kid's Noodles

    Thick egg noodles, coated in a sweet-soy sauce. 7oz portion
    $8.00
  • Kid's Chicken

    Crispy battered chicken thigh. 8oz portion. Gluten-Free
    $11.00

Dessert

  • Almond Cookies

    3pc softy & crunchy (G, TN)
    $6.50
  • Miso Caramel Custard

    brown sugar boba pearls, fortune cookie crumble, toasted coconut
    $12.50

Sides/Extras

  • EXTRA white rice- TAKE OUT

    NOTE: all protein dishes come with white rice already
    $1.00
  • Soy Sauce packet

  • EXTRA sweet and sour sauce

    Chef's Special sweet n' sour
    $0.50
  • EXTRA chili oil

    Chef's Special chili oil
    $0.50
  • EXTRA hot mustard

    Chef's Special mustard
    $0.50
  • EXTRA trio of sauces

    Sweet n Sour, Hot Mustard and Chili Oil *NOTE* every order comes with one trio already
    $1.00

Merch

Chef's Special Shirt- Unisex sizing FRONT: "Nothing Special" with martini glass BACK: "Chef's Special Cocktail Bar 2165 N. Western Ave. Chicago, Il 60647"
  • Nothing Special tee- black SM

    $25.00
  • Nothing Special tee- white SM

    $25.00

Booze

CSCB Cocktails

  • Chichi Colada

    mezcal, singani, pineapple, lime, coconut, orange blossom
    $15.00
  • Lemongrass Gimlet

    gin, shochu, salers, lemongrass, lime leaf, bitters
    $14.00
  • Heaven Sent

    lemon verbena tequila, chambéryzette, strawberry amaro, honey, lemon
    $14.00
  • Neotropical

    tequila reposado, tamarind, pasilla mixe, mole*, lime, pineapple *contains peanuts
    $14.00
  • Disco Inferno

    rum, korean rice wine, guava, vanilla, lime
    $14.00
  • Lemon Yellow Sun

    Bourbon, Kumquat, Chrysanthemum, Suze, Lemon
    $14.00
  • Night Moves

    Rye, Walnut, Amaro, 5-spice
    $14.00
  • Olive Garden

    olive gin, empirical olive, dry vermouth, msg brine
    $14.00
  • Chef's Special Old Fashioned

    bourbon, angostura bitter, black cherry- hibiscus grenadine
    $13.00
  • Sable on Blonde

    zubrowka vodka, elderflower, aperol, grapefruit
    $13.00
  • Aviation

    gin, blanc vermouth, creme de violette, luxardo, lemon
    $13.00

N/A Drinks

N/A Beverages

  • Mineragua

    Topo Chico has always been known for the legend surrounding its origins. Whether you believe in the legend or not, you'll still be able to enjoy the crisp, no-calorie taste of Topo Chico.
    $5.00
  • Coke

    Coca-Cola Original Taste — the crisp, refreshing taste you know and love
    $3.00
  • Best Day Kolsch N/A

    $8.00
  • Diet Coke, Can

    Take a Diet Coke break with this refreshing, no-calorie soft drink
    $3.00
  • Sprite, Can

    Classic, cool, crisp lemon-lime flavored taste that's caffeine free
    $3.00
  • Squirt (bottle)

    $4.00
  • Neutral Expectations

    lemongrass, pineapple, limejuice, soda, lime leaf
    $10.00
  • Lagunitas hopppy refresher

    $7.00
  • Ginger Beer

    $6.00
  • Tonic

    $3.00

Mongolian Beef

$19.50

SPICY- Tender beef with hoisin, dark soy and chili vinegar. Served with crispy cellophane noodles. (*G*, *SH*)

Customize your item

Gluten

Optional

Shellfish

Select up to 1
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Chef's Special Cocktail Bar Location and Ordering Hours

(773) 666-5143
2165 N. Western Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647
Closed • Opens Wednesday at 4:30PM
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