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Dining at the Garden Café

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The Garden Café’s breakfast menu features delicious made-to-order omelets, fresh bakery items and Starbucks organic coffee year-round. For lunch choose from a variety of flatbread pizzas, tossed-to-order salads, freshly made soups and tasty sandwiches. Or enjoy being outdoors at the Garden Grille on the Café decks. Open June 7 to September 1 (11 a.m. to 3 p.m., weather permitting), the Grille features such favorites as "The Best of the Midwest" burgers and free-range chicken breasts. Vegetarian selections are always available, as are menu items children will love.

Top off a family outing or connect with friends over dinner at the Garden. The Garden Grille offers full-service dining and is open evenings June 7 to September 1, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Enjoy a variety of appetizers and grilled entrees such as specialty seafood, steak, and chicken. For lighter fare, there is a fine selection of salads and vegetarian options.

The Chicago Botanic Garden and Garden Café are proud to support locally grown, seasonal products. These items will be listed at the service counter for your convenience.

PHOTO: on the cafe deck in summer PHOTO: winter breakfast inside the cafe

Garden cafÉ Hours
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Call ahead with any dining questions: (847) 835-3040.