The J. Parker – American
Perched above the city, this vibrant social hub invites guests to linger over playful, elevated takes on classic comfort fare while soaking in a lively, sun-drenched atmosphere. The kitchen transforms nostalgic favorites into sophisticated bites, from golden champagne-battered cheese curds to snappy mini Chicago-style hot dogs that burst with local flavor. Crispy beer-battered onion rings and zesty house-made dips round out a menu designed for sharing, making it the quintessential destination for breezy afternoons and spirited evening gatherings.
1816 North Clark Street, Chicago IL 60614 https://jparkerchicago.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at The J. Parker
Dairy-Free at The J. Parker
The J. Parker in Chicago has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House-made Garlic Hummus, House Chips & Guacamole and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The J. Parker
The J. Parker in Chicago has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Hash Browns. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The J. Parker
The J. Parker in Chicago has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crème Brûlée Cheesecake, Caesar Salad and Margherita Flatbread. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The J. Parker
The J. Parker in Chicago has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Wings and Chopped Wedge Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The J. Parker
The J. Parker in Chicago has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Hash Browns. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at The J. Parker
The J. Parker in Chicago has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The J. Parker
The J. Parker in Chicago has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House-made Garlic Hummus, House Chips & Guacamole and Silver Gate Brut (Glass). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The J. Parker
The J. Parker in Chicago has 12 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crème Brûlée Cheesecake, Margherita Flatbread and House-made Garlic Hummus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The J. Parker
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Beef Dip | 47.1 g | 68.4 g |
| Chicken Wings | 1.4 g | 57.1 g |
| Loaded Nachos | 62.3 g | 48.3 g |
| Smash Burger Classic | 60.4 g | 37.3 g |
| Turkey Club | 67.4 g | 36.1 g |
| Chopped Wedge Salad | 0.4 g | 33.2 g |
| Chicago Beef Flatbread | 10.5 g | 27.6 g |
| Margherita Flatbread | 19.9 g | 23.3 g |
| Charred Pepperoni Flatbread | 22.2 g | 22.6 g |
| Red Wine Braised Short Rib | 59 g | 14 g |
| Crème Brûlée Cheesecake | 159.8 g | 11.9 g |
| Barbacoa Tacos | 56.4 g | 10.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Tuesday
- 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Wednesday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the menu for its consistently tender dishes, with many highlighting the flavorful soup as a standout choice among the appetizers and main courses. Reviewers frequently praise the professional and attentive staff who contribute to the warm, welcoming atmosphere, making it a highly recommended spot for those who appreciate a seamless and well-paced dining experience.
Menu
Starters
- Mini Chicago Hot Dogs - $17: Vienna Beef Franks, Pickle, Tomato, Relish, Sport Pepper, Onion, Celery Salt, Mustard, Hot Dog Bun; Three Per Order Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $21: 1 lb of Pound of Bone-in Wings, Choose Buffalo, BBQ, Lemon-Pepper Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded Nachos - $19: Beef Barbacoa, Shredded Cheddar & Colby Jack Cheese, Guacamole, Refried Black Beans, Pico De Gallo, Lime Crema, Pickled Onion, Jalapeño, Tortilla Chips Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Chips & Guacamole - $14: House-made chips and guacamole Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Chips & Pico de Gallo - $10: House-made chips and pico de gallo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- House-made Garlic Hummus - $19: Za’atar, Kalamata Olives, Olive Oil, Warm Pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beer-Battered Onion Rings - $16: Served with Garlic Aioli & Ketchup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Champagne Battered Cheese Curds - $19: Served with Bloody Mary Ketchup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Wraps
- Caesar Salad - $18: Parmesan, Croutons, Romaine, Cream Caesar Dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Wedge Salad - $17: Bacon, Blue Cheese Crumble, Hard Boiled Eggs, Cherry Tomato, Pickled Red Onion, Iceberg Lettuce, Creamy Herb Dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Handhelds
- Chicago Beef Dip - $21: Shaved Italian Beef, Provolone Cheese, Giardinera, Garlic Jus, House Baked Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smash Burger Classic - $24: Bacon, American Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickles, Ketchup, Mustard, Challah Bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Club - $23: Bacon, Avocado Smash, Tomato, Lettuce, Toasted Homestyle White Bread Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbacoa Tacos - $18: Cheddar & Colby Jack Cheese, Sour Cream, Pico De Gallo, Shredded Lettuce, Micro Greens, Flour Tortillas; Three Per Order Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Flatbreads
- Margherita Flatbread - $17: Ovolini Mozzarella, Heirloom Tomato, Tomato Ponzu, Balsamic Reduction, Fresh Basil Leaves Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charred Pepperoni Flatbread - $18: Thick Cut Pepperoni, Mozzarella Cheese, Spicy Marinara; Served with a Side of Hot Honey Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicago Beef Flatbread - $18: Shaved Italian Beef, Provolone Cheese, Giardiniera, Garlic Cream Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Red Wine Braised Short Rib - $32: Roasted Garlic Mashed Potato, Glazed Carrots Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Crème Brûlée Cheesecake - $12: Caramel Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Raspberry Beignets - $12: Crème Anglaise, Blueberry Compote Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Flourless Chocolate Cake - $12: Raspberry Sauce, Fresh Berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Espresso Martini - $18: Wheatley Vodka, Kahlua, Simple Syrup, Cold Brew
- Margarita - $16: Tequila, Triple Sec, Simple Syrup, Fresh Lime
- Miller Lite - $7: Beer
- Silver Gate Brut (Glass) - $12: Spain Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Sides
- French Fries - $8: Ketchup, Garlic Aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hash Browns - $4: Breakfast side Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
Frequently Asked Questions about The J. Parker
- Is The J. Parker dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The J. Parker has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House-made Garlic Hummus, House Chips & Guacamole and French Fries.
- What can I eat at The J. Parker on a dairy-free diet?
- House-made Garlic Hummus, House Chips & Guacamole and French Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The J. Parker have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including House-made Garlic Hummus and House Chips & Guacamole.
- Is The J. Parker gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The J. Parker?
- Chicago Beef Dip, at roughly 68.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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