Marina Cafe - Washington Park / Woodlawn - Chicago, IL 60649 | Metromix Chicago

Marina Cafe



Neighborhood: Washington Park / Woodlawn
6401 S. Coast Guard Drive

Chicago, IL 60649
773-955-9595
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This seasonal spot offers casual fare within the remarkably lush and peaceful setting of Jackson Harbor. The restaurant's mid-priced, Creole-and-Caribbean-inflected menu includes pan-fried catfish with jalapeno corn cakes, and jerk chicken breast with sauteed collard greens and plantain chips. A sandwich lineup lists spicy catfish, lemon chicken and hamburgers and veggie burgers. Located in former Coast Guard housing, its art-filled dining room maintains a warm, homey feel. Upstairs is an intimate lounge with a small bar and plush furniture. Downstairs, an old boat garage with richly colored wood-paneled walls has been converted into a spacious dining area with a raised stage to host live music on the weekends. Fifteen-foot doors open directly onto the water, providing a calming view of the docked sailboats. A distant view of the downtown skyline may be your only reminder of the hustle and bustle of the city.
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Getting There

Cross Streets:
63rd Street and Lake Shore Drive.
Parking:
Free Lot. Free Lot: Jackson Park, 63rd and Lake Shore Dr.
Public Transportation:
Also accessible by water and lakefront path. CTA Bus: 6 Jackson Park Express, 14 Jeffery Express, 28 Stony Island.
Wheelchair Access:
No

The Basics

Hours:
Open during the summer season only

Lunch: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday through Friday; Dinner: 6-9 p.m. (10 p.m. Friday);
11 a.m.-10 p.m., Saturday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday

11 a.m.-10 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday.

Cuisine:
American Regional and Cajun/Creole
Meals Served:
Dinner and Lunch
Price Range:
$$$ ($16-$25)
Reservations:
Accepted
Alcohol:
Full Bar
Smoking:
No
Bar Style:
Lounge

Features

Carryout:
Yes. Boaters can order dockside, then sail away with their food.
Live Music:
Yes
Features:
Free Admission. No buffet.
Facilities:
Private Party and Banquet Facilities
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
Outdoor Seating:
Yes. Porch seating, deck seating, and semi-outdoor in the converted boat garage.

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"Description doesn't match"

Meyer from Near North - July 1, 2008

My wife and I went there for lunch today and found that almost nothing matches the description given for this restaurant. Not only was the menu co...

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"Scenic, Romantic & Delicious!"

Kevin F from Streeterville - June 30, 2008

Situated in an old Coast Guard station, the venue couldn't be better. I mean, south of Racine, WI, there are no public venues on the lake front. ...

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"The setting is wonderful for..."

Larry from Chicago, IL - July 29, 2007

The setting is wonderful for a Sunday afternoon lunch but the service was almost non-existent. We first checked out the Sunday bunch but the presen...

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