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English

444 North LaSalle Street
Chicago, IL 60654

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English is an award winning tri-level neighborhood pub and restaurant, located on historic LaSalle Boulevard in River North, Chicago's premier dining and nightlife district. English’s interior was inspired by the Landmark building in which it is situated and London's infamous private clubs. Signature design elements include walnut flooring, custom ironwork, Victorian wallpaper, handcrafted chandeliers and a collection of large vintage photographs. The menu combines American bistro with old English flair—so you can count on having your favorite British dishes like Fish 'n' Chips and Bangers 'n' Mash, along with contemporary classics such as Mini Burgers, Pub Grub, and hearty main courses. The bar at English features expertly prepared signature cocktails and martinis, a variety of domestic and imported draught and bottled beer, and a skillfully crafted wine list.

english favorites::
Bangers 'n' Mash  7
A traditional English dish of seared sausages served atop mashed potatoes with a mushroom-red wine reduction
English Crisps  8
Waffle fries, Guinness-braised pork belly, sharp Cheddar, sweet cabbage, scallions, and sour cream
Fish 'n' Chips  10
Newcastle-battered cod served with chips, malt vinegar, and a saffron-caper rémoulade

burgers and sandwiches::
served with your choice of fries, side salad, or mash; topped with tomato, lettuce, and a classic pickle
Certified Angus Beef Burger  10
Served on a grilled brioche
Mushroom-Infused Turkey Burger  9
Garlic, thyme, and goat cheese-infused mushrooms; served on grilled brioche
Grilled Flatiron Steak Sandwich  9
With caramelized onions, fried leeks, and goat cheese
Grilled Chicken Breast  8
With roasted peppers, avocado, pepper Jack cheese, and bacon and chipotle mayo; served on grilled ciabatta
Fried Egg BLT  7
Two over-easy eggs, applewood-smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo served on grilled sourdough

sliders::
Angus Burger  3
Filet Mignon  4
Foie Gras Burger  4
Crab Cakes  3
Buffalo Chicken  2
Portobello  3
Turkey and Mushroom Burger  3
Guinness-Braised Pork Belly  2

soups and salads::
Forest Mushroom Bisque  6
Served with toasted baguette and garnished with goat cheese and chives
Mediterranean Salad  10
Feta cheese, kalamata olives, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, chickpeas, red onions, roasted red peppers, and fresh parsley tossed in a crumbled feta vinaigrette
Chopped Salad  9
Diced carrots, avocado, cucumber, green onion, peas, artichoke hearts, applewood-smoked bacon, and grape tomatoes tossed in a sherry vinaigrette
Peppered Steak Salad  14
6oz flat iron steak, mixed greens, tomatoes, sautéed mushrooms, sweet bell peppers, and bleu cheese tossed in a Dijon dressing

featured cocktails::
Pimm's Cup  6
One of England’s most popular cocktails, prepared with Tanqueray Rangpur, Pimm’s No. 1, soda, fresh mint, and garnished with a strawberry and cucumber slice
St. Germain Champagne Cocktail  10
A sparkling cocktail made with St. Germain liqueur, Segura Viudas Brut Reserva Cava, and soda water