Cafe Ballou
- Neighborhood: East Village / Ukrainian Village
- 939 N. Western Ave.
- Chicago, IL 60622
- 773-342-2909
Sandwiches (the dill tuna salad contains a secret ingredient) and salads comprise most of the menu. The Ballou salad includes mixed greens, chicken, candied walnuts, apples, Gruyere cheese and the house vinaigrette. The Ballou bread basket comes with Nutella, herbed cheese, jam and butter. Traditional Turkish coffee is made on a hot plate inside a mound of sand and served with ice water and a piece of dark chocolate. Lace curtains, a preserved tin ceiling, a cushy couch and marble tables create a convincingly European tone. Free wi-fi access.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Western and Augusta.
- Parking:
- Street
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Bus: 49 Western.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday through Friday; 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday; 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday; closed Wednesday.
- Cuisine:
- Bagels, Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt, and American Traditional and Classic
- Meals Served:
- Breakfast, Dinner, and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $ (Under $9)
- Reservations:
- Not Accepted
- Smoking:
- No
- Restaurant Style:
- Cafe and Snack Shop
- Audience:
- Families
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Features:
- Catering
- Payment Methods:
- Cash
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. Sidewalk cafe seats 20
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- For 30
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Rate Cafe Ballou
"go for the food... stay for the ambiance!"
kjggx2 from Ukrainian Village - November 8, 2007
Cute, quaint, and friendly atmosphere with great food. Daily specials. Very inviting.
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"Living just around the corner,..."
Dave Z from Ukie Village, IL - March 29, 2007
Living just around the corner, it is my favorite neighborhood place. Great, reasonably-priced food. Free Wi-Fi. Friendly, relaxed service. Clea...
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"It's nice, friendly neighborhood cafe...."
Dimitri from Chicago, UL - January 21, 2007
It's nice, friendly neighborhood cafe. However if you are looking for turkish coffee, look for some other place. Turkish coffee is not served at C...
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