Park Place Café
$ • Cafe, Italian, Burgers Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Park Place Café
Customers' Favorites
Park Place Café Reviews
Ok. I’ll be nice to you since it’s a free zoo, but it’s just ehh. There’s still a few things - there’s no real point in coming here since it’s free admission, and downtown chitown is full of great other restaurants with way better food for the same price. Second, this is why I have to steal a couple stars from this - if you’re not gonna give refills, maybe don’t put the fountains where the customers can operate them. Also is it...read full review
Ok. I’ll be nice to you since it’s a free zoo, but it’s just ehh. There’s still a few things - there’s no real point in coming here since it’s free admission, and downtown chitown is full of great other restaurants with way better food for the same price. Second, this is why I have to steal a couple stars from this - if you’re not gonna give refills, maybe don’t put the fountains where the customers can operate them. Also is it really that more expensive to not...read full review
I have to say I was MAJORLY IMPRESSED!!! I got an amazing fresh salad for $12 that put local restaurants to shame! Incredibly fresh ingredients and very yummy! And of course I love anything that supports this amazing zoo! It's laid out in a sort of cafeteria style and the salads are in the cold case off to the side of the lines for food, so you'll need to look for them, but trust me when I say you will be glad you did! ❤️
Hours
| Monday | 10:30AM - 4PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30AM - 4PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30AM - 4PM |
| Thursday | 10:30AM - 4PM |
| Friday | 10:30AM - 4PM |
| Saturday | 10:30AM - 4PM |
| Sunday | 10:30AM - 2:30PM |
The Park Place Café, located within the Lincoln Park Zoo, offers a diverse selection of food and beverages to satisfy visitors' cravings. Diners can enjoy delectable Chicago-style hot dogs, crispy french fries, and a variety of kid-friendly options, including chicken nuggets and tacos. The café features both indoor and outdoor seating, providing a convenient and enjoyable dining experience for those exploring the zoo. The friendly staff and reasonable prices make the Park Place Café a popular choice for a quick and tasty meal during a day at the Lincoln Park Zoo.
This café operates in a cafeteria style and serves sandwiches, ice cream, burgers, and more. While the food isn't gourmet, it hits the spot. Visitors appreciate the good classic breakfast options, such as French toast and avocado toast. The French toast is particularly praised for being delicious. The food is made quickly, and prices are reasonable, making it a great place to enjoy lunch and escape the heat. For families, the hot dog and fries combo for $9.90 is a hit with kids.