Cobblestone Chicago Brunch, Cider and Cocktails

Sep 29

Cobblestone Chicago in North Center is the follow up to Dr. Markus Chwajol’s award winning, Bohemian House Restaurant in River North. Cobblestone, European Bistro & Cider House resides in the former location of cult favorite - The Northman, Chicago’s first cider pub. Cobblestone’s cider program is a bit of an homage to the previous concept, but this project is a completely different team and management group.

**Sweet & Savory Brunch Options in North Center**

Cobblestone’s Executive Chef, Michael McCloud studied under the legendary Wolfgang Puck for four years in Dallas. The brunch menu is a welcomed Czech interpretation with portions that don’t look to overwhelm your Sunday Funday.

Andy and team have over 30 ciders in house. The selection varies between dry, sweet and down the middle. Most are on draft, the cider flight is what you should order on your visit.

You absolutely cannot go wrong with a seat on the patio and an order of Pecan Pie French Toast. Salted Carmel Glaze is sprinkled over golden Texas Toast. The sweet pecan and custard flavors on this super impressive dish are undeniable. That maple syrup soaks in to create an incredible taste and texture.

***Cider Flight + Pecan Pie French Toast***

The Farro Arugula Salad was simple and just right but it was the Bistro Burger (50/50 lamb +beef) that captured the brunch vibe perfectly.

A lamb burger with pepper jelly and goat cheese makes you think twice when reading it aloud. Then we took a bite and wanted to hug. This item is a brunch essential, easy to see why it was our host’s favorite.

We love everything about this place from well executed menu items down the staff’s attention to detail. A separate entrance takes you upstairs to a pair of Air BnB’s located above the restaurant avialable for rentals. It’s the perfect setup for a staycation.

—The Neat Pour