Eleven City Diner
- Neighborhood: South Loop
- 1112 S. Wabash St.
- Chicago, IL 60605
- 312-212-1112
- Price range: $$ ($9-$15)
Bradley Rubin (ex-MK, Ghost Bar, Arnie's and more) is behind this South Loop eatery. Rubin, who grew up eating at diners and delis, is aiming for an old-school diner, skipping the electric slicer in favor of hand-slicing the corned beef, brisket and pastrami. He's even hired counterman who clocked time at long-shuttered Chicago delis like the original Pickle Barrel and the Belden Deli. The opening menu offers lox, chopped liver, knishes, latkes and of course, matzo ball soup. Breakfast is served all day and includes options like stuffed challah French toast and steak and eggs. Other perks include a soda jerk who'll whip up goodies like cherry phosphates (served with the mixing tin), plus there's a barista station featuring custom-blended coffee (from Intelligentsia). There's also a deli area where you can grab goods by the pound (like sliced meats and salads).
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Roosevelt and Wabash.
- Parking:
- Street Parking Difficult and Valet. Valet Parking: Evenings only.
- Public Transportation:
- Red Line Train: Roosevelt stop. Green Line Train: Roosevelt stop. Orange Line Train: Roosevelt stop.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- Summer hours: 7:30 a.m.-10 p.m.-Monday-Thursday; 7:30 a.m.-midnight Friday; 9 a.m.-midnight Saturday; 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday.
- Cuisine:
- Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt and Kosher
- Meals Served:
- Breakfast, Dinner, and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $$ ($9-$15)
- Reservations:
- Not Accepted
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Restaurant Style:
- Deli and Snack Shop
- Audience:
- Families
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes. Phone ahead for curbside pickup.
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Theme. Old-school diner with leather booths, dark wood paneling and a luncheon counter.
- ATM:
- Yes. Just south at Roosevelt and Wabash.
- Live Music:
- No
- Features:
- Late Night and On-site Merchandise. Deli goods for carryout. No buffet.
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities. Capacity: 45
- Specialties:
- Hand-carved meats, house-made soup and pies.
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Diners Club, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
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"the owner: how to spoil a great place and a sunday brunch"
By Francesco from Chicago, November 24, 2009
I have no issue with grumpy managers/owners provided they are in control of the situation. 11 City Diner looks great and tastes good but the owner/...
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"GIVE THEM FIVE STARS"
By ScottSand from Lincoln Park, October 29, 2009
This deli diner in the south loops hits the spot. Ate here twice. A great old school deli and diner menu. Big portions. French Dip was tender and ...
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"Great place."
By LisaVazquez from Evanston, October 14, 2009
Eleven City Diner in the South Loop nails it. The food is superb. I've had pasta for diner and two different sandwiches for lunch. All were great a...
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