Machine Cocktail Bar Menu
Welcome to Machine Cocktail Bar, a vibrant gem located in the heart of Chicago. This trendy spot seamlessly merges New American cuisine with a captivating cocktail experience. Here, you'll find a menu that tantalizes the senses, featuring inventive dishes like the Machine Omelette with truffled mushrooms and velvety goat cheese, and the Korean Glazed Pork Belly Benedict served on a sweet potato pancake.
The drink offerings are as playful as they are sophisticated, with whimsical cocktails that have gathered quite the local following. Customers rave about the atmosphere too—rich floral decor and tasteful lighting create a warm, inviting vibe, perfect for any occasion.
Whether you're in for brunch, dinner, or a lively happy hour, Machine Cocktail Bar delivers quality food, exceptional service, and a welcoming space that makes it a must-visit in Chicago.
Dinner
Smoked Salmon Spread
Served with housemade Everything Focaccia and wasabi tobiko.
Crispy Chicken Tacos
Lime aioli, cabbage-apple slaw, sake pickled peppers, togarashi, ginger-soy gastrique and cilantro.
Buttermilk Roasted Half Chicken
Breast and confit leg, orzo salad, toasted ricotta salata, grilled cabbage, chives and pineapple hot sauce.
Short Rib
Confit Potato | Champagne-Pear Gravy | Tapioca Chicharron | Orange & Hazelnut Crumble | Sweet Corn
Machine Cheeseburger with Fries
Bone marrow, griddled onions, machine pickles, iceberg lettuce, miso thousand island, salt and vinegar fries.
Machine Caesar
hook's parmesan, romaine, sourdough crumble, lemon(add crispy or grilled chicken)
Machine Mussels
8-ounce prince edward island mussels | nduja | anisette cherry tomatoes | fennel | fingerling potatoes | fish stock | garlic aioli | toasted baguettes
Belgian Endive Salad
goat cheese | sesame-pecan praline | guava dressing | mint
Miso- Cherry Salmon
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes | Fennel-Apple Cabbage Slaw | Tahini Vinaigrette | Miso-Cherry Agrodolce | Cilantro | Korean Chili
Mediterranean Bowl
couscous | quinoa | roasted carrots and cauliflower | pickled onion | grilled eggplant | harissa yogurt | herb salad
Arugula Salad
arugula | red quinoa | truffle vinaigrette | dried cherries | marcona almonds | pickled red onions | goat cheese
Tofu Volcano
Sesame Ginger Tempura | Red Curry | Chili Pepper Threads | Scallion Curls
Duck Gnocchi
Potato Gnocchi, Smoked Chili Oil, Confit Duck, Pecorino Romano, Fresh Parsley, Crispy Shallots
Mushroom Pate
Herbed Mushroom Mousse, Whipped Goat Cheese, Toasted Sunflower Seeds, Crostinis, Basil Olive Oil Snow
Mushroom Burger
Crispy Mushroom Patty | Aged Swiss Cheese | Chipotle Aioli | Arugula
Steak Frites
Herb Marinated Flank Steak | Seasoned Frites | House Steak Sauce
Autumn Kale Salad
Tuscan Kale, Maple Pomegranate Vinaigrette, Roasted Sweet Potato, Pistachio Brittle, Prairie Breeze 5 Year Cheddar
Cacio E Pepe
Bucatini Pasta, Hook's Parmesan, 4 Pepper Blend, Egg Yolk
Almond Cream Blueberry Pie
Blueberry Pie, Almond Cream, Citrus-Coriander White Chocolate Mousse, Vanilla Cookie Crumble, Passion Fruit Caviar, Mint Oil
Grilled Peach Endive Salad
Belgian Endive | Lychee-White Balsamic Vinaigrette | Grilled Pickled Peaches | Crispy Prosciutto | Feta | Red Quinoa Crunch*Gluten (can be removed) Dairy (can be removed)
Bucatini ala gricia
Bucatini, Pig Cheek Bacon, Pecorino Cream, Cherry Tomato, Oregano, Lemon
Octo Goddess
Braised and Grilled Spanish Octopus | Crispy Fingerling Potatoes | Applewood Smoked Bacon | Ajvar Vegetable Spread | Chermoula Goddess | Marcona Almonds
Za'atar Spiced Lamb Loin
Za'atar Rub, Roasted Lamb Loin | Cucumber Yogurt | Mint-Pea Puree | Blistered Cherry Tomato | Asparagus
Sweet Tea Fried Chicken
Sweet Tea Brined Leg Quarters | Sweet Corn Salad | Smoked Gouda Vinaigrette | Buttermilk Biscuit Bread Crumbs | House Hot Sauce
WINDY CITY MUSHROOM RISOTTO
Arborio Rice | Windy City Mushroom Mix | Goat Cheese | Sage Champagne Vinaigrette | Pepitas | Salted Carrot Crisp
Spinach and Kale Salad
Sage Vinaigrette | Tahini | Sweet Potatoes | Reconstituted Cherries | Smoked Gouda | Pepitas
Halloumi Salad
Spring mix, marinated halloumi, miso mustard vin, castelvetrano olives, piquillo peppers, pita
Pesto Gnocci
Basil pesto, English peas, asparagus, pea tendrils, lemon
Bucatini bolognese
Beef bolognese, parmesan, basil oil, cherry tomato, truffle garlic butter toast
Tinga toastada
Chicken tinga, pickled red onion, cotija, avocado crema, cilantro
Machine Flatbread
Cauliflower, leeks, medjool dates, prosciutto, dolcelatte gorgonzola
Fish tacos
Grilled Barramundi, pineapple salsa, pickled jicama, smoked paprika aioli, dill
Charred eggplant hummus
Za'atar, olive vinaigrette, micro basil, chili oil, lemon, pita
Blistered shishito peppers
Nacho seasoning, lime aioli, chive
Chili Lime Fried chicken
Chili Lime brine, elite corn riblets, avocado crema, house hot sauce
Machine Omelette
truffled mushrooms | goat cheese | dill
Pork Belly Benedict
Korean Glazed Pork Belly | Sweet Potato Pancake | Poached Egg | Sesame Hollandaise | Sriracha
Engineered Cheeseburger
griddled onions | machine pickles | iceberg lettuce | miso thousand island sauce | salt & vinegar fries
Glazed Pork and Potato Hash
korean glaze | caramelized kimchi | sauteed spinach | garlic aioli | poached eggs
Machine Breakfast
breakfast potatoes | toast | two eggs | choice of bacon, vegan sausage, sausage links, or neuske's ham
Maple Sausage Breakfast Sandwich
house made maple breakfast sausage | hot sauce aioli | chive omelette | smoked gouda | arugula | baguette
Lox and Bagels
Cured Salmon Lox | Roasted Garlic Boursin Spread | Everything Bagel Chips | Crispy Capers | Pickled Red Onions | Dill
Steak and Egg
6oz Coulotte Steak | Crispy Potato | Roasted Tomato Gravy | and Sunny Egg
Strawberry Shortcake French Toast
Brown Sugar Strawberries | Amaretti Crusted Honey Custard Brioche | Coriander-Cardamom Cream Cheese Frosting | Strawberry Syrup | Orange Zest
Sunday Ham
Nueskes Smoked Ham, Rum Glaze, Cast Iron Gratin Potatoes, Lemon-Herb and Bacon Green Beans
Monte Cristo
Challah French Toast, Nueskes Smoked Ham, Swiss Cheese, Expresso Powdered Sugar, With a side of Crispy Potatoes
Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs
Whipped Smoked Salmon and Avocado, Salmon Roe, Buttermilk Fried Shallots
Coffee Rubbed Brisket Hash
Coffee Rub Brisket, with Squash, Mushrooms, Green Peppers on Crispy Potatoes.
Brunch
Brunch Sides
Nueskes Honey Pepper Bacon
Thick cut
Crispy Potatoes
Bacon
Vegan Sausage
Mixed Fruit
Seasonal selection
Toast
Served with honey butter and jam
Two Eggs
Scrambled or fried
Loaded Potato Croquettes
Bacon, sour cream, smoked gouda, herbs, tomato gravy
Orzo Pasta
Grilled napa cabbage, toasted ricotta salata, pineapple hot sauce
Broccolini
Maitre'd butter, garlic, shallots
Smoked Mushrooms
Maitre'd butter, sherry vinegar, garlic, shallots
Shishito Peppers
Spicy nacho seasoning, lime aioli drizzle
Fries
Salt and vinegar seasoning
