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The Berghoff Restaurant

German Restaurant and Bar$$$$

The Loop, Chicago

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Ranked #10 for pierogies in Chicago
Has a stamp of approval from Time Out Chicago and Food Network
"Awesome Wiener schnitzel and great gluten free choices."(14 Tips)
"Thanks for the FREE root beer!"(3 Tips)
"Great root beer, great value, nice but a little slow service."(3 Tips)
"The Wiener schnitzel was good but the Sausage Trio was the best!"(3 Tips)

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Ira SerkesApril 24, 2011
Great chipsand dark beer, and a great place to return to
Explore ChicagoJanuary 29, 2010
In "The Dark Knight" (2008), Lt Gordon (Gary Oldman) arrests the gangster Sal Maroni while he is enjoying dinner, in scenes shot at The Berghoff restaurant. Read more
Crain's Chicago BusinessMay 10, 2010
For a spot-on favorite, try the juicy, not fatty, corned beef served on hot house-made rye bread. Read more
EvelynOctober 22, 2012
Best root beer I ever had! :)
Ricardo TeixeiraOctober 16, 2010
Try the Jagerschnitzel. Delicious! Fast service on one of Chicago's oldest restaurants.
Pablo MSeptember 8, 2013
The sausage trio is pretty good
Ira SerkesApril 24, 2011
Unlock the root beer special by checking in - photo of real beer, though looks the same
Rich EisnerDecember 26, 2018
Schnitzel is good
Josh KurzweilDecember 25, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Try the Onion And Apple Soup
Olexandr IsayevNovember 26, 2012
Try the Apple Strudel - #sweet
Zach HenaultAugust 24, 2012
Try the hefeweisen. Delicious!
Olexandr IsayevNovember 25, 2012
Try the Schnitzel Ala Holstein
Laura WilliamsNovember 27, 2013
If you can't fit dessert, order coffee. It smells like heaven and isn't bitter. Definitely not your average cup of joe.
dereqMay 9, 2014
The chips, buy them.
AlisonAugust 2, 2021
Schnitzel was good
Angela KimJune 11, 2013
Best root beer and chips!
AmandaMarch 5, 2013
The meeting of Gotham's mob bosses in The Dark Knight.
Leah WelsingDecember 13, 2011
The root beer is fantastic!
Eric SlepakAugust 7, 2010
Their dark beer is great. Very authentic German flavor.
Meg K.April 18, 2010
The sauerbraten is excellent--lots of flavor! Get some red cabbage on the side.
ᴡᴡᴡ.Graham.linodxz.ru DavisFebruary 25, 2012
The dark beer is great here.
Nikki AlcalaNovember 5, 2010
The best Pot Roast I have ever had. Period.
Andrew O'NeillJuly 21, 2010
Mac and Cheese is the absolute best I've ever had.
Bruce PaulOctober 16, 2011
An authentic German restaurant and Chicago landmark...
Shawn HerrickJune 7, 2013
Awesome service!
Alison CrokeNovember 22, 2014
Schnitzel!
Zoe TourlitisAugust 5, 2011
Chad makes the best bloody mary and margaritas in chicago.
SennurJuly 11, 2014
Steak sandavic👍
Marin HoagDecember 30, 2014
Wasn't pleased with the weinersnitzel
Mike TMarch 9, 2013
Go to the restaurant side if you want better service.
Karri KlemmerJuly 28, 2012
Root beer is amazing
Graham ReevesFebruary 3, 2011
Been here 5+ times
best bar in chicago, still despite all attempts to remodel.
Explore ChicagoJanuary 29, 2010
The Berghoff is currently open during weekday lunch hours, or for private events. Read more
Manideep ChowdaryFebruary 25, 2020
Old and classic look
Anthony UrsoMarch 12, 2013
Delicious!
Marc PerronJuly 17, 2013
Unfortunately, this place is deceiving (food & service). If you are looking for a "biergarten"-style restaurant, this is not the place.
Beth Lynn EicherSeptember 24, 2011
The onion and apple soup is not to be ignored
Brittany GriganaviciusAugust 23, 2010
The Spagetti Squash Ravioli is amazing!
Madhav SrikantiOctober 22, 2011
Burger was under cooked and overall pricey for the taste
Dave NielsenNovember 4, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Be sure to chew your food...
REALCLUB43June 7, 2011
Penny Johnson's Favorite Restaurant in Chicago
Amy JMay 18, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Best root beer ever!!
Amanda JeanOctober 26, 2011
Must have desserts!
Anthony HandleyMarch 9, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Great ambiance. Mediocre service.
Deb EllisApril 18, 2010
If you're waiting for your drink, you may want to pack a lunch. These bartenders don't really care.
AmberMarch 16, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Check out liquor license no. 1 in the Bar!
Jeffrey JohnsonSeptember 15, 2011
Closes at 9.
Nayeli JiménezOctober 20, 2014
El sampler es la mejor opción
Elvy MierMarch 4, 2017
La comida muy buena y los meseros súper atentos
Mona ChitaNovember 15, 2011
Cantidad y encanto a precios asequibles!

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