New Line Tavern – American
This vibrant neighborhood gathering spot reimagines classic tavern comfort through a lens of bold, eclectic flavors and a high-energy social atmosphere. The air is filled with the irresistible scent of truffle-dusted fries and warm, house-made pretzels, while the kitchen turns out inventive shareables like crispy egg rolls stuffed with savory collard greens or fresh salmon. Whether diving into a mountain of loaded nachos or savoring golden, hand-battered cheese curds, diners find a spirited retreat where every bite is designed for celebration and connection.
201 North Clinton Street, Chicago IL 60661 https://newlinetavern.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, high-protein, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, aip, renal, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 10:30 AM - 2:00 AM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its fair pricing and reliable menu, guests highlight the convenience of this spot for a quick and satisfying bite. Diners appreciate the consistent quality of the approachable dishes, noting that the straightforward service and overall value make it a practical choice for a casual, no-fuss meal.
Menu
Small Plates
- Hummus & Guacamole - $12.49: Carrots, Celery, Cucumber, Pita, Tortilla Chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- House-Made Pretzel - $9.99: Salted, Beer Cheese, House Mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Collard Green Egg Rolls - $13.99: House Smoked Turkey, Pot Liquor Aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Egg Rolls - $15.99: Chef Special with Blackened Salmon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southwest Eggrolls - $12.49: Chicken, Corn, Black Beans, Pico, and Chihuahua cheese served with Homemade Ranch Dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $10.99: Shredded chihuahua and cheddar cheese, refried black beans, tomato, onion, topped with sour cream, cilantro, guacamole, and jalapeños Available at: dinner, lunch
- New Line Truffle Fries - $10.99: Parmesan, Truffle Oil and Parsley. Served with Roasted Garlic Aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Chicken Wings - $17.99: Traditional, Naked or Boneless. Choice of sauces: En Fuego Buffalo Parm, Mango Habanero, Garlic Parmesan, Buffalo, Guinness BBQ, Honey Mustard Bourbon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hand-Battered Cheese Curds - $12.49: Wisconsin Cheddar Curds, Chipotle Ranch, Marinara Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southwest Quesadilla - $12.49: Chihuahua Cheese, Roasted Corn, Black Beans, Fire Roasted Red Peppers, Home-made Salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Honey Fried Shrimp - $15.99: Crispy fried shrimp tossed in a drizzle of spicy hot honey, topped with our house-made remoulade and fresh herbs Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Southern Smokehouse
- New Line Tavern Ribs - Half Rack - $19: Slow-smoked St. Louis-style ribs, house dry rub, house-blended honey glaze Available at: dinner, lunch
- New Line Tavern Ribs - Full Rack - $32: Slow-smoked St. Louis-style ribs, house dry rub, house-blended honey glaze Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Beans & Rice Dinner - $24: Louisiana-style red beans slow-simmered with smoked sausage, served with rice and cornbread. Choice of protein. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rib Dinner Plate - Half Rack - $24: Smoked dry-rub ribs glazed with honey, served with mac & cheese, smoked turkey collard greens and cornbread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern Combo Plate - $37: Choice of Ribs, Chicken Wings, and Fried Catfish (2 of 3). Served with two southern sides and cornbread Available at: dinner, lunch
Handhelds
- Burger Bar - $15.49: Choice of Bun (Pretzel, Brioche, Hawaiian) and Protein (Angus Beef, Veggie, Beyond Meat) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sandwich Bar - $15.49: Choice of Bun and Protein (Crispy or Grilled Chicken) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brisket Grilled Cheese - $17.49: Slow-smoked brisket, provolone, sharp cheddar, roasted red peppers, pickled red onions, herb mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon BLT - $17.49: Grilled Salmon, Bacon, Tomato, Mixed Greens, Pesto Aioli, Lemon Vinaigrette, Sprouted Wheat Toast Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Shrimp Po'Boy - $16: Crispy Gulf Shrimp, Remoulade, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles on French Bread Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Catfish Po'Boy - $16: Cornmeal-Crusted Catfish, Remoulade, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles on French Bread Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salad
- Gumbo - Bowl - $14.99: Homemade roux, chicken, smoky chicken andouille sausage, rice, cornbread Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pear & Goat Cheese Salad - $15.49: Pear, Mixed Greens, Goat Cheese Fritters, Candied Walnuts, Dried Cranberries, Raspberry Vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steakhouse Salad - $21.95: Grilled Ribeye, Mixed Greens, Garlic-Roasted Mushrooms, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onion, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Onion Ring, Horseradish Vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Chili - Bowl - $13: Ground turkey, beans, peppers, cheddar, scallions Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $6.49 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Turkey Collard Greens - $7.99 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Beans and Rice - $7.99: Louisiana style with smoked turkey Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Vanilla Manhattan - $15: Bulleit, Antica Formula, Vanilla Simple Syrup, Cherry Vanilla Bark Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Espresso Martini - $15: Stoli Vanilla, Mister Black Coffee Liqueur, Demerara Syrup
- Guinness Draft - $9: 20oz pour
- Chicago French Press Salted Caramel - $4.95: Table side service, 100% Arabica Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Wild Berries THC Soda - $9: 3mg THC and CBD, alcohol-free Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Skillet Cookie - $11.99: Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Caramel Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Beignets - Nutella with Banana - $14: Nutella, Banana, Whipped Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
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