Cafe Penelope | Metromix Chicago

Cafe Penelope

Neighborhood: United Center
230 S. Ashland Ave.

Chicago, IL 60607
312-243-3600
4 (7 ratings) Write a review
Food:
4
Ambiance:
4 1/2
Service:
4
Value:
4
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Cafe Penelope serves up inexpensive breakfasts, lunches and dinners. The friendly and cozy family-operated restaurant, located in the midst of Union Hall Row just off the Eisenhower Expressway near the United Center, also contains a full bar. All the bluesmen demand the homemade soup and breads.

Getting There

Cross Streets:
Ashland and Jackson.
Parking:
Free Lot
Public Transportation:
CTA Bus: 9-Ashland, 126-Jacks. Blue Line Train: Medical center.
Wheelchair Access:
Yes

The Basics

Hours:
6 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday through Friday; 7 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday; 8 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday.
Cuisine:
American Traditional and Classic
Price Range:
$ (Under $9)
Reservations:
Accepted
Dress Code:
None
Alcohol:
Full bar.
Smoking:
No
Audience:
Families

Features

Carryout:
Yes. Full menu.
Live Music:
No and Yes
Features:
Catering. Delivery only. No children's menu.
Facilities:
Private Party and Banquet Facilities. None
Specialties:
Eclectic home cooking; brown bag lunch specials; pizza.
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
Outdoor Seating:
No
Delivery:
Yes. $2 local delivery charge.
Seating :
For 30

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"Dissapointed..."

karbi1981 from Wringleyville - April 3, 2008

The food was ok but we were given the wrong soup and my mashed were cold. The server never checked on us once even though there were only 2 other t...

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4


"No Frills; Great Food Dining"

dmglassner from Near West Side - November 15, 2007

A basic no frill good meal at decent prices. The service was easy going and friendly. A nice small bar and the food was served timely. Music playe...

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"We went here for my..."

Daniel from Chicago, IL - February 27, 2007

We went here for my birthday and had a great dinner. We enjoyed the laid back atmosphere, reminded me of the now gone Leo's Lunchroom, and Alchemy ...

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