the foxtail

5237 Main St, Downers Grove
(630) 541-9240

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Brick Oven Roasted Cauliflower
Double Mousse Carrot Cake
Maine Lobster Dynamite
6oz Petit Filet Mignon
Pork Belly Bruschetta
Seared Diver Scallops
Burrata Fig Mostarda
Key Lime Cheesecake
Oysters - Pink Moon
Seared Tuna Tataki

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Cadence Brussels Sprouts
Bacon, pancetta, sweet potato, oregano brown butter and Cambrian chili.
Cadence Crispy Cauliflower and Giardiniera
Salt and vinegar and spicy dill dipping sauce.
Foxtail Brick Oven Roasted Cauliflower
Lemon salsa verde, grana padano and fried capers.
Foxtail Grilled Octopus
Shishito peppers, potatoes and Fresno aioli.
Cadence Whipped Ricotta and Honey
Whipped ricotta, honey, thyme, black pepper and sea salt.
Chicken Wings
Choice of jalapeno BBQ, sweet BBQ or Buffalo.
Cadence Lamb Gyro
French feta, tzatziki, herb focaccia cucumber tomato relish.
Cadence Crab Beignets
Jumbo lump crab and sweet mustard.
Foxtail Spicy Tuna Roll
Spicy tuna, avocado, spicy mayo and cucumber. Raw undercookd.
Foxtail Spicy Salmon Roll
Spicy salmon, avocado, spicy mayo and cucumber. Raw undercookd.
Foxtail Philadelphia Roll
Salmon, cream cheese and avocado. Raw undercookd.
Foxtail Veggie Roll
Cucumber and avocado.
Foxtail Tuna Poke Bowl
Spicy mayo, sushi rice, cucumber, radish, ginger soy drizzle and black sesame. Raw undercookd.
Salmon Poke Bowl
Spicy mayo, sushi rice, edamame, cucumber, avocado, fried shallot, ginger soy drizzle and toasted sesame. Raw undercookd.

Greens
Foxtail Little Gem Salad
Fattoush, cabbage, lettuce, red bell pepper, cucumber, tomatoes, radish, cilantro, parsley, mint, scallions, toasted pita and sumac citrus vinaigrette.
Foxtail Kale Ceasar Salad
Baby purple kale, Parmesan breadcrumbs and house Parmesan dressing.
Cadence Smoked Chicken Chop Salad
Pickled corn relish, hearts of palm, BBQ pistachios, avocado, tomato, smoked Gouda, onion and red wine vinaigrette.

Mains
Foxtail Black Bass
Roasted cauliflower puree and snap peas.
Cadence Honey Mustard Scottish Salmon
Israeli couscous, haricots verts and lemon sauce.
Foxtail Lamb Shank Agnolotti
Sage brown butter sauce and carrots.
Foxtail Shrimp Mac and Cheese
Roasted red bell pepper cream.
Cadence Chicken and Waffles
House-made potato waffles, fried chicken, Buffalo sauce, blue cheese sauce, honey and pickles.
Cadence Chicken Escalope
Breaded chicken, pot pie gravy and buttermilk biscuits.
Cadence Shrimp and Polenta
Mascarpone polenta, spicy shrimp, creamy tomatillo and roasted corn pico.
Cadence Wild Mushroom Risotto
Forest mushrooms, 12 hour tomato, parmigiano reggiano and truffle oil.
The Foxtail Burger
2 patties, grilled and griddled, Swiss, cabbage, garlic dressing, tomato, pickles and fries.
The Cadence Burger
8 oz. prime beef burger, bibb lettuce, tomato, onion, choice of cheese, brioche and fries.
Foxtail Zaatar Flatbread
Tomato, cucumber, onion, arugula and feta.
Foxtail Shrimp Flatbread
Mozzarella, sweet pepper and basil arugula pesto.
Foxtail Sausage Flatbread
House giardiniera and red bell pepper.
Foxtail Bacon Flatbreads
Mozzarella, peppers, caramelized onions, harissa sauce and scrambled egg.

For the Kiddos
Kids Mac and Cheese
Kids Tomato Mozzarella and Parmesan Flatbread
Kids Cheeseburger
Kids Chicken Fingers
Kids Shrimp Pesto and Mozzarella Flatbread

Desserts
Cadence Jumbo Cookie
Candence Chocolate Mousse Cake

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Recent Reviews

Good food but definitely over priced. The burrata fig spread was delicious. The wrapping on the chicken roll could have been crisper but tasted good. I had the beef shawarma. Tasted really good but let's be real, it's equivalent to two tacos and fries for $25.

Service was great although I did have to ask for water refill. Restaurant is loud so not good for talking.

I'd go back... If I wasn't paying.
September 2025
The Foxtail is such a cool spot! The cocktails are creative and well-balanced, the food is flavorful and beautifully plated, and the whole place has a stylish yet relaxed vibe. It’s perfect for a night out with friends or even a date night. The staff is attentive and really knows their stuff, which makes the experience even better. Definitely one of those places you’ll want to keep on your regular rotation!
September 2025
Great location, super attentive staff, delicious food options. went here to try something new with a friend and we left dazzled! Balanced flavors, good portion sizes, and thoughtful service. Pick a beautiful day and sit outside. Close to the public parking garage and down the block from the train station.
August 2025

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the foxtail

5237 Main St, Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 541-9240