North Clark Cafe - Chicago

I stopped in here today for a late lunch after a lovely stroll to the lake. I arrived just a few minutes before closing time and they had sold out of the soup of the day (that's a good thing) so I ordered the Brie and Apple Panini. The sandwich was very good. Nice and toasted/crispy panini with gooey brie on green apples with carmelized onions and spinach. I am not going to lie: I daydreamed about having a thin slice of prosciutto in the mix but it was a terrific vegetarian sandwich. It was served with homemade chips that were delish. I could have subbed a salad or fries for a small fee if I so desired. Great location. Nice and clean. Fresh baked goodies available. I checked out the museum store while I waited for my food. I would go back and recommend it for lunch if you're near by. If you find this review helpful please hit LIKE. Thanks and enjoy!

By far the best hotdog I've ever had in my whole life. The Chicago Vienna style hotdogs is the best. Nice friendly staff clean upscale feel but modest pricing. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone in the Chicago area!

The food was great and there was a really nice atmosphere. However, the cashier seemed somewhat condescending and expected us to be familiar with the menu.

I absolutely adore this hidden gem! We reside in the neighborhood and frequently dine here for breakfast and lunch. The food is fantastic, the prices are reasonable, and the staff is incredibly friendly. They prepare salads and sandwiches to order. It's definitely a better option than the overpriced spots over on Wells Street. A shoutout to Monica and Koz!

I visited this café for the first time yesterday and overall, I was quite satisfied. The place was neat, the menu was straightforward with a nice variety of choices, and the food was decent. The service was quick, even though there were only two customers present. I ordered the Chicago chili dog (served with chips and a pickle) along with a cup of coffee. While the prices were somewhat on the steep side and the hot dog and chili could have been served a little warmer, it was still a pleasant lunch experience. The café is located on the first floor of the Chicago History Museum building, next to a fascinating photo exhibition from the Chicago Sun-Times archives (as of June 2022).