Symphony's Cafe

Name: Symphony's Cafe
Address: 1945 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States, 60201
Telephone: (847) 475-1200
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.1

4.1 (460)

$30 and under

American

1945 Central Street, Evanston, IL 60201

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Great for brunch
Innovative

Symphony's Cafe is Evanston's finest tradition and a true neighborhood favorite. Utilizing only the freshest ingredients and sophisticated service, we make your breakfast, lunch, or dinner a special experience. The versatile Symphony's dining environment is perfect for family gatherings, work lunches, Sunday brunch, group parties, or a romantic dinner for two. We are proud to serve organic eggs, creative salads, the freshest seafood, free-range poultry, prime-aged steaks, and amazingly flavorful pasta dishes. Our extensive menus truly have something for everyone, with vegetarian offerings, gluten-free options, children's menus, and consideration for special diet requirements. We look forward to serving you soon!

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Italian
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Daily 8:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Daily 10:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(847) 475-1200
Website
http://www.symphonyscafe.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1945 Central Street, Evanston, IL 60201
Neighborhood
Evanston
Cross street
Prairie (2 blocks west of Green Bay Road)
Parking details
Plenty of Central street parking with meters (free after 9 pm and on Sundays) and metered parking lot half block west of the restaurant (also free after 9 pm and on Sundays). Free parking all day on Sundays.
Public transit
2 blocks west of Central Street Metra stop. One mile west of Central Street El station. 201 Central Street bus stop in front of Cafe, runs every 15 minutes until 8 pm.
Additional
Beer, BYO Liquor, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Two Eggs Any Style$8.95
Choose Side: Hasbrowns, Tomato Slices, Fruit $1. Choice of Toast: White Toast, Wheat Toast, Rye Toast, Multi-grain Toast, Cinnamon Raisin Toast, English Muffin, Plain Bagel, Bagel w/cream cheese $0.50, Gluten Free Toast $1, Pancakes $1, No Toast
Three Eggs Any Style$9.95
Choose Side: Hasbrowns, Tomato Slices, Fruit $1. Choice of Toast: White Toast, Wheat Toast, Rye Toast, Multi-grain Toast, Cinnamon Raisin Toast, English Muffin, Plain Bagel, Bagel w/cream cheese $0.50, Gluten Free Toast $1, Pancakes $1, No Toast
Cheese Omelette$11.95
Choice of Cheese: American Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese, Swiss Cheese, Blue Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese $1, No Cheese. Choose Side: Hasbrowns, Tomato Slices, Fruit $1. Choice of Toast: White Toast, Wheat Toast, Rye Toast, Multi-grain Toast, Cinnamon Raisin Toast, English Muffin, Plain Bagel, Bagel w/cream cheese $0.50, Gluten Free Toast $1, Pancakes $1, No Toast
Feta & Spinach Omelette$12.95
With Feta cheese, fresh spinach, diced tomato & onions. Choose Side: Hasbrowns, Tomato Slices, Fruit $1. Choice of Toast: White Toast, Wheat Toast, Rye Toast, Multi-grain Toast, Cinnamon Raisin Toast, English Muffin, Plain Bagel, Bagel w/cream cheese $0.50, Gluten Free Toast $1, Pancakes $1, No Toast
Veggie Supreme Omelette$12.95
Broccoli, mushrooms, tomato, onions. Choose Side: Hasbrowns, Tomato Slices, Fruit $1. Choice of Toast: White Toast, Wheat Toast, Rye Toast, Multi-grain Toast, Cinnamon Raisin Toast, English Muffin, Plain Bagel, Bagel w/cream cheese $0.50, Gluten Free Toast $1, Pancakes $1, No Toast
Make Your Own Omelette$12.95
Ingredients (Please choose up to 4 ingredients): Spinach, Tomato, Mushroom, Bell Pepper, Asparagus, Onion, Broccoli, Jalapeno, Ham, Sausage, Bacon, Chorizo $3, Lox $4, Steak $3. Choose Side: Hasbrowns, Tomato Slices, Fruit $1. Choice of Toast: White Toast, Wheat Toast, Rye Toast, Multi-grain Toast, Cinnamon Raisin Toast, English Muffin, Plain Bagel, Bagel w/cream cheese $0.50, Gluten Free Toast $1, Pancakes $1, No Toast

Breakfast Specialties

Eggs Benedict$12.95
Smoked Canadian bacon over English muffin, 2 poached eggs, hollandaise & hash browns
Eggs Florentine$12.95
Potato skillet with sautéed spinach & mushroom, 2 poached eggs, hollandaise sauce & toast. Choice of Toast: White Toast, Wheat Toast, Rye Toast, Multi-grain Toast, Cinnamon Raisin Toast, English Muffin, Plain Bagel, Bagel w/cream cheese $0.50, Gluten Free Toast $1, Pancakes $1, No Toast
Lox Platter$14.95
Nova lox, bagel, cream cheese, capers, sliced cucumbers, tomato, onions & hard-boiled egg
Four Deuces$10.95
2 pancakes, 2 eggs, 2 links & 2 bacon strips
French Foursome$10.95
2 French toast, 2 eggs, 2 links, 2 bacon strips
Two by Four$8.95
Two eggs any style & 4 buttermilk pancakes
Steak & Eggs$15.95
Grilled skirt steak, 2 eggs, hash browns & toast. Choose Side: Hasbrowns, Tomato Slices, Fruit $1. Choice of Toast: White Toast, Wheat Toast, Rye Toast, Multi-grain Toast, Cinnamon Raisin Toast, English Muffin, Plain Bagel, Bagel w/cream cheese $0.50, Gluten Free Toast $1, Pancakes $1, No Toast
Steak Skillet$15.95
Potatoes, steak cubes, peppers, onions, cheddar, mozzarella, 2 eggs, sour cream, salsa & toast. Choice of Toast: White Toast, Wheat Toast, Rye Toast, Multi-grain Toast, Cinnamon Raisin Toast, English Muffin, Plain Bagel, Bagel w/cream cheese $0.50, Gluten Free Toast $1, Pancakes $1, No Toast
Veggie Skillet$11.95
Hash browns, broccoli, peppers, mushrooms, tomato, onions, melted cheese, 2 eggs & toast. Choice of Toast: White Toast, Wheat Toast, Rye Toast, Multi-grain Toast, Cinnamon Raisin Toast, English Muffin, Plain Bagel, Bagel w/cream cheese $0.50, Gluten Free Toast $1, Pancakes $1, No Toast
Gypsy Skillet$11.95
Hash browns, diced ham, mushrooms, onions, trio melted cheeses, 2 eggs any style & toast. Choice of Toast: White Toast, Wheat Toast, Rye Toast, Multi-grain Toast, Cinnamon Raisin Toast, English Muffin, Plain Bagel, Bagel w/cream cheese $0.50, Gluten Free Toast $1, Pancakes $1, No Toast
Hobo Skillet$10.95
Potatoes, trio melted cheeses, 2 eggs & toast. Choice of Toast: White Toast, Wheat Toast, Rye Toast, Multi-grain Toast, Cinnamon Raisin Toast, English Muffin, Plain Bagel, Bagel w/cream cheese $0.50, Gluten Free Toast $1, Pancakes $1, No Toast

Cakes & Crepes

Buttermilk Pancakes (5)$7.95
Crepes$7.95
Cheese Crepes$9.95
French Toast$7.95
Belgian Waffle$7.95
Monte Cristo Crepes$12.95
with ham, turkey & Swiss cheese, raspberry jam on the side
Veggie Supreme Crepes$12.95
Broccoli, mushrooms, tomato, onions, eggs, cheese, hollandaise
Chicken Florentine Crepes$12.95
Chicken, spinach, mushrooms, onions, cheese, hollandaise

Breakfast Sides

Ham$3.95
Bacon$3.95
Turkey Bacon$4.95
Canadian Bacon$4.95
Sausage Links$3.95
Turkey Sausage Links$3.95
Chicken Sausage Links$4.95
Sausage Patties$4.95
Corned Beef Hash$5.95
w/peppers & onions
Hash Browns$3.95
Fruit Bowl$5.95

Side Orders

Fruit Bowl
- Sml$5.95
French Fries
- Sml$5.00
Baked Potato
- Sml$6.00
Mashed Potatoes
- Sml$5.00
Roasted Potatoes
- Sml$5.00
Sweet Potato Fries
- Sml$6.00
Coleslaw
- Sml$2.50
Bowl of Soup
- Sml$6.00
Side of Pasta
Pasta Choices: Angel Hair, Spaghetti, Linguine, Penne, Bow Ties, Rotini, Gluten Free Pasta $2. Sauce: Marinara, Tomato Cream, Butter, Alfredo, Pesto $1, Pesto Cream $1.50
- Sml$7.95

Appetizers

Capresé$8.95
Sliced tomato, fresh mozzarella & basil over a caper relish in balsamic vinaigrette
Feta Bruschetta$8.95
Pesto brushed crostinis topped with tomato, feta, onion, olives & basil
Fried Calamari$11.95
Tender calamari breaded & fried golden over greens with cocktail sauce
Coconut Shrimp$11.95
Coconut crusted golden white tiger shrimp served with mango chutney
Goat Cheese Puffs$8.95
Breaded golden fried croquettes with roasted peppers, balsamic glaze
Stuffed Mushrooms$9.95
Basil pesto stuffed crimini mushrooms baked with melted mozzarella

Salads

Chicken Quinoa$16.95
Sliced chicken breast over greens, goat cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, cranberries, quinoa, balsamic vinaigrette
Chicken Caesar$14.95
Char-grilled over romaine, artichoke hearts, boiled egg & parmesan, creamy caesar
Salmon Caesar$18.95
Char-grilled over romaine, artichoke, tomato, olives & parmesan in creamy caesar
Salmon Quinoa Tabouli$19.95
Grilled salmon over a bed of diced tomato, onion, cucumber, avocado, parsley & tri colored quinoa in lemon and extra virgin olive oil
Ahi Tuna Wasabi$19.95
Sesame crusted sushi grade over salad, toasted almonds, fresh mozzarella, wasabi dressing
Cobb Salad$14.95
Diced bacon, cheddar, eggs, olives, avocado, tomato & onions, choice of dressing. Dressings: Red Wine Vinaigrette, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Thousand Island, Honey Dijon Mustard, Caesar, Ranch, Creamy Garlic, Blue Cheese, Olive Oil, No Dressing
Steak Salad$18.95
Char-grilled tenderloin sliced over salad with blue cheese, cheddar & tomato in vinaigrette
Grilled Calamari$16.95
Over spring mix salad with capers, olives, basil, tomato & onions in balsamic vinaigrette

Sandwiches

Served with choice of side. Choice of Side: Fries, Mashed Potato, Cole Slaw, Soup, Fruits $1, Sweet Potato Fries $1

Prime Steak Burger$13.95
Char-grilled 8 oz prime steak burger, served with lettuce, tomato & onions
Bacon Steakburger$15.95
Prime steak burger, premium bacon strips, cheese, lettuce, tomato & onions. Choice of Cheese (Choose one): American Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese, Swiss Cheese, Blue Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese $1, No Cheese
Turkey Burger$13.95
Made in house turkey burger, with lettuce, tomato & onions on a multi-grain bun
Veggie Burger$13.95
Gourmet patty, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onions, chipotle mayo, multi-grain bun
Chicken Focaccia$13.95
Grilled organic chicken breast, lettuce, tomato & pesto mayo on a focaccia bun
Eggplant Focaccia$13.95
Breaded & baked, parmesan, melted mozzarella & marinara on a focaccia bun
Grilled Chicken$13.95
Sliced breast, lettuce, tomato, onions, avocado & chipotle mayo on French bun
Steak Sandwich$14.95
Char-grilled sliced angus tenderloin steak with lettuce & tomato on French bun
Grilled Reuben$14.95
Premium corned beef, sauerkraut, melted Swiss & thousand island on grilled rye
Turkey Reuben$13.95
Sliced turkey, sauerkraut, cole slaw, melted Swiss & thousand island on grilled rye
Turkey Club$13.95
Sliced Turkey, premium bacon strips, lettuce, tomato & mayo on sourdough toast
Grilled Cuban$14.95
Pulled pork, sliced ham, Swiss cheese, pickles & mustard on grilled French bun
Fried Fish Fillet$13.95
Beer battered & golden fried Cod, lettuce, tomato & tartar sauce on French bun

Vegetarian

Served with choice of soup or salad (Please Choose. For Salads dressing on the Side): Soup of the Day, House Salad w/Creamy Garlic, House Salad w/Balsamic, House Salad w/Honey Dijon Mustard, House Salad w/1000 Island, House Salad w/Red Wine Vinaigrette, House Salad w/Ranch, House Salad w/Caesar, House Salad w/Blue Cheese, House Salad w/Olive Oil, House Salad w/No Dressing, Caesar Salad

Eggplant Parmigiana$18.95
Breaded & baked with parmesan & melted mozzarella, angel hair & marinara
Veggie Aglio Olio$19.95
Sautéed fresh veggies with artichoke tossed with linguine in garlic & herb olive oil sauce
Veggie Risotto$18.95
Sautéed medley of fresh veggies with artichoke simmered with risotto in tomato herb sauce
Pasta Capresé$18.95
Roasted plum tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, garlic, fresh basil & herbs over angel hair pasta. Pasta Choices: Angel Hair, Spaghetti, Linguine, Penne, Bow Ties, Rotini, Gluten Free Pasta $2
Butternut Squash Ravioli$18.95
In traditional fresh sage browned butter sauce, garnished with parmesan cheese
Four Cheese Ravioli$18.95
Jumbo fresh four cheese blend ravioli topped with choice of marinara or tomato cream. Choose One: Marinara, Tomato Cream

Chicken Entrees

Chicken Florentine$19.95
Spinach, mushroom & melted mozzarella over chicken breast, angel hair & marinara. Served with choice of soup or salad
Chicken & Sausage Rigaté$19.95
Chicken, sausage, mushrooms, onions & peas over penne in lightly spicy tomato cream. Pasta Choices: Angel Hair, Spaghetti, Linguine, Penne, Bow Ties, Rotini, Gluten Free Pasta $2
Chicken Marsala$19.95
Sautéed breast with mushrooms & carrots in savory marsala wine sauce over angel hair
Chicken Vesuvio$19.95
Sautéed breast with potatoes, squash, tomato, mushrooms & onions in lemon garlic sauce
Chicken Asparagus$19.95
Sliced chicken breast with asparagus in tarragon cream sauce over choice of pasta. Pasta Choices: Angel Hair, Spaghetti, Linguine, Penne, Bow Ties, Rotini, Gluten Free Pasta $2
Chicken Parmigiana$19.95
Breaded & baked with marinara, parmesan & melted mozzarella, angel hair & marinara
Roasted Chicken Legs$19.95
2 Thighs & drumsticks served with mashed potatoes & sauteed corn
Chicken Genovese$20.95
Sautéed chicken, asparagus, cherry tomato & goat cheese in pesto cream sauce over penne. Pasta Choices: Angel Hair, Spaghetti, Linguine, Penne, Bow Ties, Rotini, Gluten Free Pasta $2

Seafood

Dill Salmon$24.95
Char-grilled fillet over garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed veggies, fresh dill lemon sauce
Salmon Zucca$24.95
Pumpkin seed crusted over sweet potato cubes, sautéed veggies, tarragon béarnaise
Salmon Risotto$24.95
Over risotto, couscous, spinach, cherry tomato, eggplant & white beans, lemon butter
Seared Ahi Wasabi$24.95
Sliced sesame crusted sushi grade tuna, sweet potato cubes, sautéed veggies, wasabi cream
Whitefish Almondine$22.95
Almond crusted fillet over garlic mashed potato, sautéed veggies, lemon butter sauce
Crusted Whitefish$22.95
Fresh herb-breaded fillet, garlic mashed potato, sautéed veggies, tarragon béarnaise
Seafood Limone$24.95
Shrimp, scallops, roasted peppers, broccoli, onions, parsley, in lemon butter over choice of pasta
Seafood Nassa$24.95
Shrimp, scallops, shitake & crimini mushrooms over linguine in lightly spicy lobster bisque
Shrimp Capresé$22.95
Shrimp, roasted plum tomato, fresh mozzarella, garlic, fresh basil & herbs over angel hair pasta
Scampi Risotto$22.95
Shrimp over risotto with spinach, mushrooms, artichoke & onions in tomato cream sauce

Steaks & Chops

Grilled Lamb Rack$32.95
Char-grilled natural lamb rack over garlic mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, natural sauce
Frenched Pork Chops$25.95
Char-grilled bone-in chops over garlic mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, natural sauce
Spaghetti Meatballs$19.95
Homemade prime angus beef meatballs in zesty marinara over spaghetti or choice of pasta. Pasta Choices: Angel Hair, Spaghetti, Linguine, Penne, Bow Ties, Rotini, Gluten Free Pasta $2
Filet Mignon$35.95
Grilled prime filet over garlic mashed potatoes with grilled asparagus in natural sauce
Skirt Steak$27.95
Grilled angus skirt steak with garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed veggies, natural au jus
Bistro Steak$25.95
Grilled sliced tenderloin steak, garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed veggies, natural sauce

Dinner Specials

Lemon Dill Tuna
Sesame crusted tuna steak seared rare over baked sweet potato cubes, sautéed veggies, topped with fresh dill lemon sauce
- Ssml$24.95
Pollo Rotolo
Rolled organic chicken breast with spinach, roasted peppers & goat cheese, sliced over sun-dried tomato cream sauce with garlic mashed potato
- Sml$20.95
Blackened Pork Chops
Char-seasoned broiled pork chops, baked sweet potato cubes, sautéed veggies, topped with lemon pesto sauce
- Sml$25.95
Crusted Filet Mignon
Char-grilled, bleu cheese crusted prime filet mignon served over garlic mashed potatoes with grilled asparagus, finished with red wine natural sauce
- Sml$35.95
Salmon Zechi
Grilled salmon over asparagus and artichoke in dried tomato cream sauce and mashed potato
- Sml$24.95
Roasted Chicken Legs
Two oven roasted chicken legs with sautéed corn, mashed potato and gravy
- Sml$19.95

Kid's Menu

Chicken Tenders$8.95
Strips of chicken tenders, with choice of side. Kid's Sides (Choose one): Fries, Mashed Potatoes, Fruit $1, Broccoli, Sweet Potato Fries $1
Grilled Cheese$8.95
Choice of Bread (Choose one): White, Wheat, Multi Grain, Rye, Gluten Free $2. Kid's Sides (Choose one): Fries, Mashed Potatoes, Fruit $1, Broccoli, Sweet Potato Fries $1. Cheese: American, Cheddar, Swiss, Mozzarella
Kid's Pizza$9.95
Cheese pizza, with choice of side. Kid's Sides (Choose one): Fries, Mashed Potatoes, Fruit $1, Broccoli, Sweet Potato Fries $1
Cheese Ravioli$8.95
Jumbo cheese ravioli with choice of sauce. Choice of Sauce: Butter, Marinara, Creamy Tomato, Alfredo
Spaghetti & Meatballs$9.95
All beef meatballs in tomato sauce over spaghetti or choice of pasta. Pasta Choices: Angel Hair, Spaghetti, Linguine, Penne, Bow Ties, Rotini, Gluten Free Pasta $2
Kid's Hamburger$9.95
6 oz steak burger, with choice of side. Kid's Sides (Choose one): Fries, Mashed Potatoes, Fruit $1, Broccoli, Sweet Potato Fries $1

Beverages

Iced Tea$2.50
Milk Shake$5.95
Flavor: Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry
Malt$5.95
Flavor: Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry
House Coffee$2.50
Americano$2.95
Cappuccino$4.00
Latté$4.00
Ghirardelli Mocha Latté$4.50
Gourmet Hot Tea$3.00
Choice of Tea: Organic Breakfast, Earl Grey, Chamomile, Morrocan Mint, Tropical Green, Passion, Lipton Black
Ghirardelli Hot Chocolate$3.00
Orange Juice$3.75
Pomegranate-Cranberry Juice$3.75
Apple Juice$2.95
San Pellegrino Mineral Water$3.00
Whole Milk$2.50
Chocolate Milk$2.95
Tomato Juice$2.75
Bottled Water$2.00

Soft Drinks

$2.50

Coca Cola
Diet Coke
Sprite
Root Beer
Ginger Ale
lemonade
Club Soda

Desserts

Steve's Chocolate Mousse Cake
- Sml$6.00
White Chocolate Raspberry Torte
- Sml$6.00
Chocolate Mousse
- Sml$5.00
Carrot Cake
- Sml$7.00
Key Lime Pie
- Sml$6.00
Tiramisu
- Sml$6.00
Fudge Brownie
- Sml$5.00
Brownie a la Mode
- Sml$8.00
Apple Pie
- Sml$5.00
Apple Pie a la Mode
- Sml$8.00
Gourmet Ice Cream
- Sml$5.00

What 460 people are saying

Symphony's Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1

4.1 based on all time ratings

4.1Food
4.0Service
3.8Ambience
1.9Value

Noise • Moderate

460 Reviews

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Lucy
Chicago / Illinois42 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This is a great restaurant for good food and quiet conversation. The menu is nicely varied and the dishes are well-prepared. We'll be back!
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Seniordiner
Chicago / Illinois40 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and the server Bridget was personable and attentive to our table. Our party of four ordered pork chops, beef medallions, salmon zechi (nightly special) and meatloaf (also a nightly special) Prices were moderate and we received very nice portions. We were very satisfied and plan to return in the future.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago / Illinois4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was the perfect breakfast place for meeting a friend we haven’t seen in 25 years! We loved the food, service, and company! We will go back again soon!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 15, 2020
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
The waitress seemed to have a bad attitude initially. I brought my wife there for Valentine's day. We could've done without the attitude. According to the waitress, the kitchen was extremely busy and by the looks of the food presentation, it must've been. The food looked like it was thrown on the plate. 9 years we've been coming here for Valentine's day. This was the worst.
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Wjh11 VIP
Chicago / Illinois21 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was Valentine’s Day. Delicious food! Wonderfully cute place. I want to come back for breakfast too!
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STBJ
Chicago / Illinois13 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful location for Valentines Day. Sat at a table in a bay window of cafe lights.
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michaelr
Chicago / Illinois1 review
3.0
Dined on February 9, 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
food was salty Waitress seemed very curt Value because of coupon Business seemed slow for Sat. nite
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BarbS
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 31, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food as well.prepared and served as any restaurant I've been to.anywhere. Not sure why it isn't mobbed, but selfishly hope the noisy hip crowd never finds it.
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Lucy
Chicago / Illinois42 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 22, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This is a great place! The food is delicious. The quantity is huge, so I always bring home part of my meal for another one at home. The service is good. I appreciate the quiet atmosphere at lunchtime. A minor nitpicking item is that the frames around pictures are very dusty, and could benefit from a quick cleaning.
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Howard VIP
Chicago / Illinois185 reviews
3.0
Dined on January 1, 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Everything was fine, with one big exception. I'm allergic to gluten, so requested gluten free toast on my turkey Rueben sandwich. My partner also ordered a turkey Rueben sandwich on regular toast. My sandwich was half the size of his. I asked the server why, and she said that gluten free toast is smaller - - which is a bogus excuse, because I regularly purchase gluten free sandwich bread at the store that is the same size as regular sandwich bread. Adding insult to injury, I was charged extra for the gluten free bread. So, a half-sized sandwich at extra cost. The server acknowledged that others have complained about this practice, but the owner won't do anything about it. Maybe this review will get them to change.
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Symphony's Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 475-1200.

Symphony's Cafe is rated 4.1 stars by 460 OpenTable diners.

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1945 Central Street, Evanston, IL 60201

Additional information

Cross street
Prairie (2 blocks west of Green Bay Road)
Neighborhood
Evanston
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Daily 8:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Daily 10:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Plenty of Central street parking with meters (free after 9 pm and on Sundays) and metered parking lot half block west of the restaurant (also free after 9 pm and on Sundays). Free parking all day on Sundays.
Public transit
2 blocks west of Central Street Metra stop. One mile west of Central Street El station. 201 Central Street bus stop in front of Cafe, runs every 15 minutes until 8 pm.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, BYO Liquor, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.symphonyscafe.com/
Phone number
(847) 475-1200

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Eggs & Omelettes

Two Eggs Any Style$8.95

Three Eggs Any Style$9.95

Cheese Omelette$11.95

Feta & Spinach Omelette$12.95

Veggie Supreme Omelette$12.95

Make Your Own Omelette$12.95

Breakfast Specialties

Eggs Benedict$12.95

Eggs Florentine$12.95

Lox Platter$14.95

Four Deuces$10.95

French Foursome$10.95

Two by Four$8.95

Steak & Eggs$15.95

Steak Skillet$15.95

Veggie Skillet$11.95

Gypsy Skillet$11.95

Hobo Skillet$10.95

Cakes & Crepes

Buttermilk Pancakes (5)$7.95

Crepes$7.95

Cheese Crepes$9.95

French Toast$7.95

Belgian Waffle$7.95

Monte Cristo Crepes$12.95

Veggie Supreme Crepes$12.95

Chicken Florentine Crepes$12.95

Breakfast Sides

Ham$3.95

Bacon$3.95

Turkey Bacon$4.95

Canadian Bacon$4.95

Sausage Links$3.95

Turkey Sausage Links$3.95

Chicken Sausage Links$4.95

Sausage Patties$4.95

Corned Beef Hash$5.95

Hash Browns$3.95

Fruit Bowl$5.95

Side Orders

Fruit Bowl

French Fries

Baked Potato

Mashed Potatoes

Roasted Potatoes

Sweet Potato Fries

Coleslaw

Bowl of Soup

Side of Pasta

Appetizers

Capresé$8.95

Feta Bruschetta$8.95

Fried Calamari$11.95

Coconut Shrimp$11.95

Goat Cheese Puffs$8.95

Stuffed Mushrooms$9.95

Salads

Chicken Quinoa$16.95

Chicken Caesar$14.95

Salmon Caesar$18.95

Salmon Quinoa Tabouli$19.95

Ahi Tuna Wasabi$19.95

Cobb Salad$14.95

Steak Salad$18.95

Grilled Calamari$16.95

Sandwiches

Prime Steak Burger$13.95

Bacon Steakburger$15.95

Turkey Burger$13.95

Veggie Burger$13.95

Chicken Focaccia$13.95

Eggplant Focaccia$13.95

Grilled Chicken$13.95

Steak Sandwich$14.95