Once one of Chicago's oldest restaurants, opened in 1898, possessing post-Prohibition liquor license no. 1, the Berghoff was famous for its historic charm, its German specialties, its creamed spinach, its stand-up sandwich bar and its rude, unionized waiters. It officially closed in 2006 and was replaced by what is now Berghoff Catering & Restaurant Group, run by Carlyn Berghoff, a daughter of the last owners, who was otherwise previously unconnected with the restaurant.
Lance R.
Over 118 years old. And an odd connection with my father and his lawfirm which was founded in 1920 over 103 years ago. It was a lunch time tradition for...
Howard L.
The Berghoff is an historic Chicago institution and I was happy to have the opportunity to visit once again. I'll just state upfront that this review is...
Audrey L.
This is a great spot if you're looking for German food and a classic setting. I like how they really retained the historic feel of the building! I got the...
Esther K.
Berghoff is one of those iconic places to visit when you're in Chicago. I've lived in the Chicagoland area all of my life but never had actually ate in the...
Francine L.
Trying this German place in Chicago which has been around since 1898. Made reservations here and had asked if we could come here a little earlier than our...
