The Parrot Cage
- 7059 S. South Shore Drive
- Chicago, IL 60649
- 773-602-5333
William Reynolds, the provost of the Washburne Culinary Institute, heads up this restaurant at the South Shore Cultural Center. Located in a former dance studio, the pastel-hued dining room has direct views of Lake Michigan. Parrot offers a seasonal American menu with global influences, and most entrees are under $20. Choices may include options like a falafel-crusted sea bass and lamb two ways (a grilled chop and braised shank). The dining room and kitchen are manned by students from Washburne (the school has instructional kitchens and classrooms on the third and fourth floors of the Cultural Center). Why the name? Reynolds tells us there are nests of parrots just north of the Cultural Center in Jackson Park (there's a large parrot cage as part of the decor).
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- 71st St. and South Shore Dr.
- Parking:
- Free Lot
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Bus: 27 South Deering. Metra Train: Metra Electic South Shore Branch.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday (last reservations are accepted for 8:30 p.m.)
- Cuisine:
- American Contemporary
- Meals Served:
- Dinner
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Accepted
- Alcohol:
- Beer and Wine
Features
- Features:
- Catering. On-premise catering is handled by the Parrot Cage.
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. Starting June 1, 2008
- Seating :
- Capacity: 50
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"Girl's Night Out at the Parrot Cage"
K. Coates from Lynwood - February 17, 2008
My girlfriends and I dined here on a Saturday evening (party of 4). We were seated at a window table but couldn’t completely appreciate the beauti...
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"mediocre"
tim fox from Midway airport - November 11, 2007
the soups were outstanding. my pork chops were the driest I have ever had anywhere. maybe some sauce would be in order. BTW, there IS a corkage fee...
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"I've dined a few times..."
FWO from Chicago, IL - July 7, 2007
I've dined a few times at the Kendall College dining room and always found the food great and service OK. The Parrot Cage takes that a step further...
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