Split-Rail

Name: Split-Rail
Address: 2500 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, 60622
Telephone: (773) 697-4413
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

22 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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Chef Zoe Schor puts her spin on classic American cuisine at this cozy neighborhood spot in West Town with an eclectic yet approachable perspective to every element of her first restaurant.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 697-4413
Website
http://www.splitrailchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Zoe Schor
Private party facilities
Private dining options available for parties of 6-120! To inquire about our chef's table, private dining room, or full restaurant events, please contact Michelle at (773) 697-4413 or michelle@splitrailchicago.com.

Location
2500 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Neighborhood
West Town
Cross street
Campbell
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Campbell - Chicago bus stop
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Our fried chicken is lightly seasoned with spices and has a delicious, crunchy crust. If you prefer a lighter, crispier crust, try our gluten-free! Everything in this section comes with one house sauce; take a tour of all our sauces for $3 more! (additional sauce $1). Ranch, That Sweet BBQ, Curry Ketchup, Curry Mayo, Sweet Chili Sauce, Honey-mustard, Hot Sauce

4 Piece$15.00
split boneless breast, bone-in leg and thigh
Gluten-Free Fried Chicken$16.00
This lighter version of our 4 piece is completely gluten-free!
Vegan "Chicken" Strips$10.00
homemade seitan (made with coconut milk)
Fried Chicken a la Carte
- 1/2 Breast$4.00
- Bone-In Thigh$4.00
- Bone-In Leg$4.00
Make Your Chicken Nashville Hot!
Toss it in our special blend of chicken fat and spices
- 4 Piece$1.00
- A la Carte$0.50

Bites + Snacks

Ranch Corn Nuts$4.00
don't worry, they're not really nuts!
Firecracker Chicken$9.00
popcorn chicken tossed with our sweet chili sauce, thai chilis & cilantro
Nachos$10.00
the tex-mex classic, perfectly executed
Sauced Wings$8.00
tossed in house buffalo, served with ranch
Coconut Shrimp$9.00
crispy, crunchy, coconuts, served with curry mayo
Buy the Kitchen Team a 6 Pack$10.00

Our Famous Buttermilk Biscuit!

Our Famous Buttermilk Biscuit!
served with chile-maple butter
- Just One for You$4.00
- Make it Four for the Table$14.00
Biscuits-2-Go$12.00
4 biscuits, chile-maple butter, reheating instructions

Chopped + Raw

add protein to either salad: add griddled or fried chicken +$3; add vegan or Gluten free fried chicken +$4

House Pickles$4.00
Potato Salad$5.00
creamy & classic
Cole Slaw$5.00
tangy & creamy
Crunchy Salad* **$9.00
shaved crunchy vegetables, spicy caesar dressing, parmigiano reggiano, crispy croutons
Leafy Salad*$8.00
fresh greens, honey-mustard dressing, roasted seasonal root vegetables, fresh goat cheese

Hot + Tasty

Matzo Ball Soup$5.00
best you've ever had
Autumnal Vegetable Fritters*$7.00
lemony greek yogurt, herb salad
Broccoli + Cheddar Cheese Sauce*$8.00
not your mama's
Braised Collard Greens$7.00
rich & a little bit spicy
Loaded Mashed Potatoes***$8.00
sour cream, aged cheddar, scallions, bacon, crispy potato skins
French Fries$6.00
curry ketchup
Sauteed Brussels Sprouts$8.00
chiles, garlic, lemon zest
Calabrian Chile Mac + Cheese$8.00
garlic breadcrumbs
Diner Burger$10.00
american cheese, pickles, onions, lettuce, mayo- it's an american classic! Meatless Beyond Burger available for an additional dollar

Cocktails

Freedom from Want$9.00
gentian & elderflower liqueurs, grapefruit, rosemary, cinnamon
The Finer Things Club$8.00
sweet vermouth, allspice, apple cider, lemon, bubbles
Stay Out of the Forest$11.00
old tom gin, alpine liqueur, grapefruit, lime
Good As Hell$9.00
vodka, tepache, apple cider, orange, flamed rosemary
Serenity Now!$12.00
tequila, mezcal, agave, lime, lambrusco
Killer Fruit$10.00
oat-washed white rum, dark rum, toasted coconut, lime
Threat Level Midnight$9.00
peychaud's bitters, bourbon, lemon, mint
Ladies Love Outlaws$11.00
rye, bittersweet aperitif, amaro
Rotating Clarified Milk Punch$11.00
ask your server for today's offering!
The Gatekeeper$12.00
barrel-aged gin, dark rum, bitter aperitif, sweet vermouth
Eight Dolla Holla$8.00
bourbon, dry vermouth, spiced demerara, orange bitters
Fun Bobby$6.00
Old Style & a shot of bourbon

Beer

Solemn Oath LU Kolsch$6.00
Krombacher, Pilsner$4.00
Off Color, Apex Predator, Farmhouse Ale$7.00
Whiner, Miaou, Wheat Ale$7.00
Two Brothers, Prairie Path, Blonde Ale$6.00
Allagash, White, Belgian Style Ale$8.00
Ommegang, Pale Sour Ale$9.00
Three Floyd's, Alpha King, Pale Ale$7.00
Abita, Amber Ale$6.00
Half Acre, Daisy Cutter, Pale Ale
- Can (16 oz)$6.00
Bell's, Two Hearted IPA
- Can (16 oz)$8.00
Burnt City, Face Melter, Hibiscus IPA
- Can (16 oz)$8.00
21st Amendment, Brew Free or Die, Blood Orange IPA$6.00
Cigar City, Maduro, Brown Ale$6.00
Left Hand Brewing Co, Milk Stout$6.00
Vandermill, Vandy, Cider$6.00
Original Sin, Black Widow, Blackberry Cider$7.00
Lone Star, Adjunct Lager$3.00
Old Style, Pale Lager$3.00
Krombacher, Non-Alcoholic Weizen$4.00

Wine Glasses

NV CA' Furlan, Prosecco, Veneto, Italy$9.00
NV Cleto Chiarli, Lambrusco, Castelvetro, Italy$11.00
2018 Alexander Valley Vineyards, Rose of Sangiovese, Alexander Valley, CA$10.00
2017 Faisao, Vinho Verde, Vinho Verde, Portugal$8.00
2017 Lauren V Gruner Veltliner, Niederösterreich, Austria$10.00
2017 Alfredo Maestro "Vina Almate", Tempranillo Castilla, y Leon, Spain$10.00
2016 Buena Vista "The Count", Red Blend, Sonoma, CA$10.00

Wine Bottles

2017 Mure Pinot Gris, Alsace, France$43.00
2015 Zocker Gruner Veltliner, Edna Valley, CA$48.00
2014 Flint & Steel Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, CA$38.00
2014 Sparkman "Lumiere" Chardonnay, Columbia Valley, WA$55.00
2017 Chateau de Jacquet Bordeaux Blanc, Bordeaux, France$32.00
2016 Teutonic Riesling, Willamette Valley, OR$49.00
2017 Alfredo Maestro "Lovamor" Albillo Real, Ribera del Duero, Spain (Orange Wine)$52.00
2017 Tarrica Pinot Noir, Monterey, CA$36.00
2014, 60 Souls Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, OR$59.00
2014 Sparkman "Wonderland" Grenache, Yakima Valley, WA$54.00
2017 Alexander Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley, CA$45.00
2015 Sparkman "Holler" Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, WA$63.00
2012 Chateaux de Pierreux Gamay, Beaujolais, France$45.00
2016 Terracae Malbec, Cahors, France$39.00
2017 Envinate "Albahra" Garnacha Tintorera, Canary Islands, Spain$47.00

Bubbles!

Fitz Ritter Riesling, Pfalz, Germany$42.00
Domaine du Moulin Mauzac, Gaillac, France$48.00
Cremant d'Alsace Brut Rose, Alsace, France$52.00
Delamotte Brut Champagne (Half Bottle) Reims, France$55.00
Luc Belaire Brut Gold Cremant, Burgundy, France$68.00
Jean Vesselle "Oeil de Perdrix" Rose Champagne, Bouzy, France$95.00
Charles Heidsieck Brut Champagne, Reims, France$99.00
Chateau de Bligny Blanc de Blancs Champagne, Bligny, France$110.00
Palmer Champagne, Reims, France$120.00

Non-Alcoholic

Goose Island Root Beer$3.50
Goose Island Orange Cream Soda$3.50
Soda Cans$2.00
coke, diet coke, sprite
Gosling's Ginger Beer$2.50
Rare Tea Cellar Iced Tea$3.50
complimentary refills

What 22 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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StephenM
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Terrific and inventive food...hostess was bubbly...GM was attentive and thoughtful...service was spot on, plates came quickly and timing between courses was good...would most definitely go back again and again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place has an amazing chef along with amazing food and cocktails. You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu!
AL
AthenianLove
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great visit at the bar. Their happy hour is an incredible deal, and the regular menu offerings were impossible to pass up. Our bartenders were friendly and both the service and food were impeccable. If I lived in that neighborhood Split Rail would have all of my money. Go there asap.
LB
LB03
Chicago
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to celebrate a birthday, they were very kind and service was really great. Both drinks and food were very delicious and everyone had a great time. It's a fun spot, casual and nice change for us. Our vegetarian friend also had plenty of options. Would definitely go back!
j
jimm
Chicago
142 reviews
vip
3.0
142 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2018
overall3food2service3ambience3
We tried this place because it showed up on a list of restaurants having gluten free options. It’s basically a big bar with unexceptional bar food. House nachos were OK. Crab dip tasted old to me. House-made bratwurst was juicy. Falafels were outstanding and flavorful. They never brought our steak tartare, we realized later. Cocktails and mocktail were good. Difficult parking and street construction. So we would probably not return.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2018
overall4food4service5ambience3
The food was very tasty but the portions are small for the price you pay.
SS
ScottS
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Redemption has been achieved! This was our second visit after what I felt was a disappointing experience just after opening. I can't recall exactly what the turn-off was (and, yes, I understand that new restaurants need a little time to work out the kinks), but I was in full-boycott mode and finally gave-in because my GF (who lives around the corner) has a huge culinary girl-crush on Chef Schor; so determinedly wants a cool, local place to be her regular hangout. I'm glad I finally relented...and extracted my head from my rear-end...because things have changed for the better! The GM, Michelle, is running a nice tight ship. We sat at the bar for dinner and the bartender, Greta, was awesome! Well-versed in her craft, a fellow Japanese Whisky geek and dispenser of gastro-mixological-andragogy; the drinks were great, the food fan-girltastic and an excellent value overall!
B
Bertram
New York Area
51 reviews
vip
3.0
51 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2018
overall3food3service2ambience3
Nice neighborhood place. Wish the menu was broader and the food better. Not bad not surprisingly good. Slow service and ran out of certain foods during the middle of brunch. No food or bread on the table while waiting for delayed brunch food was not appreciated.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Second time there and even better this time around. Great service, incredible food and just overall a great experience. Wonderful selection of diverse wines. Relaxed professional atmosphere. We’ll be back soon!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was delicious, one of the best meals I’ve had this year
M
Megan
Detroit
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food and service were great. The loaded baked potato gnocchi was my favorite! Restaurant was very loud, difficult to hear the person across the table.
KK
KarinaK
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very creative and delicious dishes from the past Executive chef of Ada St
W
Willy
Chicago
84 reviews
vip
5.0
84 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great experience at Split Rail. Started with the Maryland Crab Dip, then the Leafy Green Salad. Both delicious. Got even better with the Potato Gnocchi which was unique, amazing and delicious. Then had the Reimagined Fajitas for a final dinner course before sharing the Bread Pudding with a beautiful sherry. Service was excellent from McKenzie.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2018
overall3food3service5ambience3
Food was fine. Wine, not great. We asked our server twice if we should stagger our order so that our food wouldn't come out too fast. She insisted that she would pace/course it. Of course listening to her was a bad idea and all courses came out rapid fire. Highlights were the potatoes and... honestly I forget because everything came out at once. Glad I went once, repeat trip unnecessary. Also it got progressively louder so I couldn't hear my friends talk 2 chairs away.
M
Matt
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a good experience...
OT
OpenTable Diner
Birmingham
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 15, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Gorgeous, lively setting. Zoe’s creativity is endless! Always in good hands with Michelle and MacKenzie! Ran and I will be back for more!
RP
RobPro1
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2018
overall4food5service5ambience4
Went with another couple we hadn't seen in while - ordered seven different dishes, 3 desserts,3 cocktails and a bottle of wine. The bill came to$110.00 a couple WHAT a deal. Our waiter was very good, the food was tasty and there was a lot of energy in the room. Our favorites: loaded baked potato gnocchi, green leafy salad, beef tartare, fajitas and the cheese cake. I live in Streeterville so it was a bit of a trip.. The quality of the food and the price was so worth the trip.
A
Avis
Chicago
191 reviews
vip
4.0
191 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience4
High marks for drinks, fritters with carrot humus (outstanding), fajitas, and chocolate tart. The salad was over dressed. Just be forwarded - very small portions.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 12, 2018
overall3food2service3ambience3
The drinks were great, the food was disappointing and overpriced for the quality. Im not quite sure what they’re going for but it seems to fall short. It’s a bar without any beers on tap in Chicago...
D
Dilges
San Francisco
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service were amazing! We enjoyed every bite of our meal and the wine and cocktail menus too. Definitely coming back!
KL
KristenL
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 6, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great vibe, staff was super nice and friendly, food was delicious and small plates were great. I would def go back with friends!
NG
NinaG
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
this place is worth getting out of your comfort zone and driving to. super cute neighborhood, amazing drinks, awesome service and food that will make you wanting to come back. an absolute must try!

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Cross street
Campbell
Neighborhood
West Town
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Campbell - Chicago bus stop
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Zoe Schor
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.splitrailchicago.com/
Phone number
(773) 697-4413
Private party facilities
Private dining options available for parties of 6-120! To inquire about our chef's table, private dining room, or full restaurant events, please contact Michelle at (773) 697-4413 or michelle@splitrailchicago.com.

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Fried Chicken!

4 Piece$15.00

Gluten-Free Fried Chicken$16.00

Vegan "Chicken" Strips$10.00

Fried Chicken a la Carte

Make Your Chicken Nashville Hot!

Bites + Snacks

Ranch Corn Nuts$4.00

Firecracker Chicken$9.00

Nachos$10.00

Sauced Wings$8.00

Coconut Shrimp$9.00

Buy the Kitchen Team a 6 Pack$10.00

Our Famous Buttermilk Biscuit!

Our Famous Buttermilk Biscuit!

Biscuits-2-Go$12.00

Chopped + Raw

House Pickles$4.00

Potato Salad$5.00

Cole Slaw$5.00

Crunchy Salad* **$9.00

Leafy Salad*$8.00

Hot + Tasty

Matzo Ball Soup$5.00

Autumnal Vegetable Fritters*$7.00

Broccoli + Cheddar Cheese Sauce*$8.00

Braised Collard Greens$7.00

Loaded Mashed Potatoes***$8.00

French Fries$6.00

Sauteed Brussels Sprouts$8.00

Calabrian Chile Mac + Cheese$8.00

Diner Burger$10.00

Cocktails

Freedom from Want$9.00

The Finer Things Club$8.00

Stay Out of the Forest$11.00

Good As Hell$9.00

Serenity Now!$12.00

Killer Fruit$10.00

Threat Level Midnight$9.00

Ladies Love Outlaws$11.00

Rotating Clarified Milk Punch$11.00

The Gatekeeper$12.00

Eight Dolla Holla$8.00

Fun Bobby$6.00

Beer

Solemn Oath LU Kolsch$6.00

Krombacher, Pilsner$4.00

Off Color, Apex Predator, Farmhouse Ale$7.00

Whiner, Miaou, Wheat Ale$7.00

Two Brothers, Prairie Path, Blonde Ale$6.00

Allagash, White, Belgian Style Ale$8.00

Ommegang, Pale Sour Ale$9.00

Three Floyd's, Alpha King, Pale Ale$7.00

Abita, Amber Ale$6.00

Half Acre, Daisy Cutter, Pale Ale

Bell's, Two Hearted IPA

Burnt City, Face Melter, Hibiscus IPA

21st Amendment, Brew Free or Die, Blood Orange IPA$6.00

Cigar City, Maduro, Brown Ale$6.00

Left Hand Brewing Co, Milk Stout$6.00

Vandermill, Vandy, Cider$6.00

Original Sin, Black Widow, Blackberry Cider$7.00

Lone Star, Adjunct Lager$3.00

Old Style, Pale Lager$3.00

Krombacher, Non-Alcoholic Weizen$4.00

Wine Glasses

NV CA' Furlan, Prosecco, Veneto, Italy$9.00

NV Cleto Chiarli, Lambrusco, Castelvetro, Italy$11.00

2018 Alexander Valley Vineyards, Rose of Sangiovese, Alexander Valley, CA$10.00

2017 Faisao, Vinho Verde, Vinho Verde, Portugal$8.00

2017 Lauren V Gruner Veltliner, Niederösterreich, Austria$10.00

2017 Alfredo Maestro "Vina Almate", Tempranillo Castilla, y Leon, Spain$10.00

2016 Buena Vista "The Count", Red Blend, Sonoma, CA$10.00