Beatnik On The River

180 N Wacker Dr, Chicago
(312) 526-3345

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Braised Lamb Shank Platter
Smoked Octopus & Hummus
Shakshuka with Duck Egg
Lamb Shoulder Feast
Double Cheeseburger
Branzino Al Pastor
Chicken and Waffles
Octopus and Hummus
Seared Scallops
Chicken Kebab

Menu

SALADS
BABY GEM
Avocado Citrus Vinaigrette, Goat Cheese, Nectarines, Watermelon Radishes, Aleppo Pickled Raisins
KALE FATTOUSH
Dill Vinaigrette, Persian Cucumbers, Heirloom Tomatoes, Crispy Pita

SPREADS
BABA GANOUSH
Whipped Labneh, Balsamic, Pomegranate, Pita
BEET MUTABBAL
Roasted Beets Tahini, Goat Cheese, Basil Oil
OCTOPUS & HUMMUS
Grilled Octopus, Fennel, Vadouvan Curry
AVOCADO
Harissa, Roasted Pepitas, Lemon

SEA
YELLOWTAIL TIRADITO
Sinaloa Salsa Negra, Avocado
TUNA CRUDO
Salsa Veracruzana, Burnt Avocado, Dill Oil
HARISSA SHRIMP
Couscous, Toasted Coconut, Swiss Chard
BRANZINO AL PASTOR
Grilled Pineapple, Gem Lettuce

SPREADS
BABA GANOUSH
Whipped Labneh, Balsamic, Pomegranate, Pita
BEET MUTABBAL
Roasted Beets Tahini, Goat Cheese, Basil Oil
OCTOPUS & HUMMUS
Grilled Octopus, Fennel, Vadouvan Curry
AVOCADO
Harissa, Roasted Pepitas, Lemon

SALADS
BABY GEM
Avocado Citrus Vinaigrette, Goat Cheese, Nectarines, Watermelon Radishes, Aleppo Pickled Raisins
KALE FATTOUSH
Dill Vinaigrette, Persian Cucumbers, Heirloom Tomatoes, Crispy Pita

GARDEN
MUSHROOM KEBAB
Oyster Mushrooms, Green Garlic Yogurt, Chermoula
FETA STUFFED DATES
Green Shakshuka, Plant-based Feta Cheese, Fennel
ROASTED CARROTS
Jalapeno Labneh, Harissa Honey, Sunflower Dukkah
CAULIFLOWER
Tofu Mole, Preserved Lemon Salsa Macha, Herb Salad

LAND
CHICKEN MUSAKHAN
Palestine Style Chicken, Za'atar Shatta, Glazed Cipollini Onions, Garlic Toum
SHORT RIB
Angus Beef, Apricot & Chickpea Stew, Pomegranate
STEAK
14oz Angus Beef, Muhammara, Chimichurri, Green Beans
LAMB SHOULDER FEAST
Tzatziki, Turmeric Pickled Cauliflower, Cucumber Salad, Hummus, Grilled Pita

DESSERTS
LEMON PIE
Spiced Mango, Sumac
OLIVE OIL CAKE
Orange Jam, Vanilla & Anise Chantilly
CHEESE FLAN
Horchata Foam, Chocolate Crumb

LUNCH
HARIRA
Moroccan Lentil Soup, Chickpeas, Saffron, Herb Salad, Fideo
TUNA STEAK SANDWICH
Avocado Cream, Pomegranate Glaze, Cabbage Salad, Ciabatta
HALLOUMI SANDWICH
Fermented Harissa, Halloumi, Arugula, Baguette

SPREADS
BABA GANOUSH
Whipped Labneh, Balsamic, Pomegranate, Pita
BEET MUTABBAL
Roasted Beets Tahini, Goat Cheese, Basil Oil
OCTOPUS & HUMMUS
Grilled Octopus, Fennel, Vadouvan Curry
AVOCADO
Harissa, Roasted Pepitas, Lemon

SALADS
BABY GEM
Avocado Citrus Vinaigrette, Goat Cheese, Nectarines, Watermelon Radishes, Aleppo Pickled Raisins
KALE FATTOUSH
Dill Vinaigrette, Persian Cucumbers, Heirloom Tomatoes, Crispy Pita

GARDEN
MUSHROOM KEBAB
Oyster Mushrooms, Green Garlic Yogurt, Chermoula
FETA STUFFED DATES
Green Shakshuka, Plant-based Feta Cheese, Fennel
ROASTED CARROTS
Jalapeno Labneh, Harissa Honey, Sunflower Dukkah
CAULIFLOWER
Tofu Mole, Preserved Lemon Salsa Macha, Herb Salad
MOLE VERDE GNOCCHI

FISH
YELLOWTAIL TIRADITO
Sinaloa Salsa Negra, Avocado
TUNA CRUDO
Salsa Veracruzana, Burnt Avocado, Dill Oil
BRANZINO AL PASTOR
Grilled Pineapple, Gem Lettuce
TUNA STEAK SANDWICH
SHRIMP ESQUITES

MEAT
CHICKEN MUSAKHAN
Palestine Style Chicken, Za'atar Shatta, Glazed Cipollini Onions, Garlic Toum
SHORT RIB
Angus Beef, Apricot & Chickpea Stew, Pomegranate
STEAK
14oz Angus Beef, Muhammara, Chimichurri, Green Beans
LAMB SHOULDER FEAST
Tzatziki, Turmeric Pickled Cauliflower, Cucumber Salad, Hummus, Grilled Pita
COSTILLAS PIBIL

DESSERTS
LEMON PIE
Spiced Mango, Sumac
OLIVE OIL CAKE
Orange Jam, Vanilla & Anise Chantilly
CHEESE FLAN
Horchata Foam, Chocolate Crumb

FOR THE TABLE
BABA GANOUSH
Whipped Labneh, Balsamic, Pomegranate, Pita
TUNA CRUDO
Salsa Veracruzana, Burnt Avocado, Dill Oil
MEZZE BOARD
Tahini Hummus,Tzatziki, Feta Salad, Za'atar Manassesh
KALE FATTOUSH
Dill Vinaigrette, Persian Cucumbers, Heirloom Tomatoes, Crispy Pita
STUFFED DATES
Green Shakshuka, Plant-Based Feta Cheese, Sesame Za'atar Pita
GREEN CHORIZO HASH
Kale, Queso Cotija, Fried Egg
SHAKSHUKA
Fire Roasted Peppers, Spiced Tomatoes,Feta Cheese, Naan

JUST FOR YOU
AVOCADO TOAST
Goat Cheese, Green Salsa Mocha, Fried Egg
STEAK & EGGS
9oz Angus Beef, Dill Tzatziki, Confit Egg Yolk, Sesame Za'atar
EGG SANDWICH
Braised Kale, Gruyere Cheese, Hot Sauce, Hash Brown,Brioche Bun
FRIED CHICKEN & GRAVY
Crispy Spiced Chicken, Chipotle Gravy,English Peas, Preserved Lemon
BREAKFAST BURRITO
Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Cheddar Cheese,Hash Brown, Golden Raisin Hot Sauce

SIDES
SIDE OF FALAFEL
Green Chutney, Garlic Tahini
SIDE OF BACON
Aleppo Infused Maple Syrup, Sesame
GRANOLA
Seasonal Berries, Honey Greek Yogurt, Mango
ZATAR FRIES
SIDE OF MERGUEZ SAUSAGE
House Marinated Moroccan Style Sausage

SWEETS
CINNAMON ROLL
Cardamom Cream Cheese Frosting
WAFFLES
Nutella Cream, Berries, Maple Syrup

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Recent Reviews

Worth trying for the ambiance and fresh salads. Our waiter let us know they change their menu every few months. While the meal was fresh and flavorful, I recommend skipping dessert which was more artificial/perfumy.
December 2025
I was exploring the streets of Chicago with some friends and stumbled upon Beatnik on the River. Our group was excited to experience what Beatnik had to offer, and it did not disappoint! Our server Dustin was very attentive and extremely knowledgeable, which was fantastic in helping guide us through our experience. He couldn’t have been more outgoing in anticipation of our needs! Highly recommended if you’re in the area and want a great atmosphere, impeccable service, and...
December 2025
The decor is gorgeous! Sitting in the sunroom along the river was picture perfect but know there is an intense draft. Nevertheless the food was AMAZING and full of flavor! The drinks were also very good!
December 2025

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Beatnik On The River

180 N Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606
(312) 526-3345