Our Menu
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness | Due to rising costs, a 2.5% processing fee will be added to all credit
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Share Plates
Hummus Plate
$12.00
Served with carrots, cucumbers, broccoli & grilled pita.
Cheese Curds
$12.00
Beer-battered Wisconsin cheese curds, smoked chile ketchup.
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
$12.00
With shredded parmesan.
Texas Brisket Chili*
$8.00 | $14.00 • Slow-simmered brisket & red beans topped with cheese, scallions & corn chips.
Guacamole & Chips
$13.00
Rustic style guac served with fresh tortilla chips.
Sandwiches
Served with house-cut fries | Substitute Sweet Potato Fries +$2.00
The #1 Fried Chicken Sandwich*
$16.00
Buttermilk-brined chicken breast, house slaw, pickles & chipotle mayo,
on toasted brioche bun | Add Pimento Cheese +$2.50
on toasted brioche bun | Add Pimento Cheese +$2.50
BBQ Pork*
$16.00
Slow-roasted pork shoulder sautéed with chipotle BBQ sauce, topped
with crispy onions, and house slaw. Served on a toasted brioche bun | Substitute Brisket for Pork +$1.00
with crispy onions, and house slaw. Served on a toasted brioche bun | Substitute Brisket for Pork +$1.00
Southwest Wrap*
$17.00
Our chop mix with blackened chicken, pico de gallo, avocado, roasted
corn, chipotle ranch, tortilla strips wrapped in a spinach tortilla | Substitute Fried Chicken for Blackened Chicken +$1.00
corn, chipotle ranch, tortilla strips wrapped in a spinach tortilla | Substitute Fried Chicken for Blackened Chicken +$1.00
Torta De Pollo*
$17.00
Grilled chicken breast topped with melted Chihuahua cheese, sautéed chorizo, poblanos, and onions, topped with salsa & tortilla strips. Served on a toasted brioche bun.
Burgers
Served with house-cut fries | Substitute Sweet Potato Fries +$2.00
The Cowboy Burger*
$18.00
(Burgerfest Winner) - 6 oz Angus beef burger, Merkt’s pub cheddar, house-made bacon-onion jam, spicy BBQ-chipotle sauce.
Patty Melt*
$17.00
6 oz Angus beef burger, Swiss cheese, American cheese, caramelized onions, on rye bread.
Double Stack*
$18.00
2 - 1/4 pound Angus beef burgers, 2 slices of American cheese, shredded lettuce, bacon, pickles, special sauce.
Build Your Own Burger*
$13.00
Choose from: 100% Pure Angus Beef, Turkey Burger, or The Impossible Burger | Plant-Based Veggie Patty +$1.00
• $1.50 add-on: American, Cheddar, Swiss, Sautéed Mushrooms, Grilled Onions
• $2.50 add-on: Guac, Avocado, Bleu Cheese, Bacon, Merkt’s Cheddar Spread, Farm Egg, Bacon & Onion Jam, Sautéed Mushrooms, Pimento Cheese
• $1.50 add-on: American, Cheddar, Swiss, Sautéed Mushrooms, Grilled Onions
• $2.50 add-on: Guac, Avocado, Bleu Cheese, Bacon, Merkt’s Cheddar Spread, Farm Egg, Bacon & Onion Jam, Sautéed Mushrooms, Pimento Cheese
Entrees
Oscar’s Salmon*
$27.00
Ask your server for Chef Oscar’s daily preparation.
Vegetable Stir Fry
$17.00
Sautéed vegetables, jasmine rice, stir-fry sauce • Chicken or Tofu +$5.95 | Shrimp or Tilapia +$7.95 | Steak* +$8.95
Peanut Chicken Bowl*
$18.00
Sautéed chicken, spinach, cucumber salad, jasmine rice, spicy peanut sauce | Substitute Tofu for Chicken
BBQ Turkey Meatloaf*
$18.00
Turkey meatloaf with BBQ-chipotle glaze, mashed potatoes & sweet peas.
Chicken Parmesan*
$23.00
Pan-fried chicken breast topped with mozzarella, parmesan & marinara. Served over angel hair pasta with spinach & a side of garlic bread.
Four Cheese Ravioli*
$19.00
Sautéed mushrooms, sweet peas, light tomato cream sauce. Served with a side of garlic bread.
Pork Mac & Cheese*
$17.00
House mac & cheese tossed with slow-roasted pork & topped with toasted breadcrumbs.
Taco Plates
3 tacos per order, served with Mexican rice and black beans. Served on flour tortillas | Substitute Corn Tortillas on request.
Fish Tacos*
$17.00
Pan-fried tilapia, pico de gallo, house cilantro slaw, chipotle mayo.
Al Pastor Tacos*
$16.00
Seasoned ground pork, pineapple, onions, cilantro, house salsa.
Brisket Tacos*
$18.00
Slow-roasted brisket, onion, cilantro, Chihuahua cheese, roasted tomato salsa.
Fried Chicken Tacos*
$17.00
House fried chicken, avocado crema, shredded lettuce, Chihuahua cheese & roasted tomato salsa.
Salads
Add-ons from the grill: Chicken or Tofu +$5.95 | Fried Chicken +$6.95 | Shrimp +$7.95 | Blackened Salmon or Steak* +$8.95
John’s Chopped Salad
$12.00
House chop mix, applewood smoked bacon, goat cheese, dried cherries, roasted corn, tahini-sesame dressing.
Southwest Chopped
$12.00
House chop mix, pico de gallo, avocado, roasted corn, tortilla strips, chipotle ranch.
Harvest Bowl
$18.00
Farro & quinoa, roasted sweet potato, grilled portobello, crispy Brussels sprouts, avocado, roasted pepitas, balsamic drizzle.
Kale Crunch Salad
$17.00
Kale, shaved Brussels, parmesan, sunflower seeds, apple, Dijon-miso vinaigrette.
Classic Caesar Salad
$17.00
Crisp romaine, multi-grain croutons, parmesan, Caesar dressing.
Sides
French Fries
$5.00
Grilled Broccoli
$9.00
Sweet Potato Fries
$7.00
Mac & Cheese
$8.00
Small House Salad
$8.00
Soup of The Day
Served Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sweet
Silly Good Donuts
$8.50
Vanilla glaze, seasonal fruit compote.
Challah French Toast
$10.00
Thick-cut challah, cinnamon-vanilla egg custard, maple pecan butter.
Lori’s Buttermilk Pancakes
Short Stack - $8.00 | Full Stack - $10.00 • Whipped butter & powdered sugar | Add: Blueberries +$3.00 | Chocolate Chips +$2.00
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
$11.00
With cinnamon/brown sugar sauce & cream cheese glaze.
Savory
All egg dishes come with toast & house potatoes. We proudly serve Farm Fresh eggs free of added growth hormones | Substitute Pancake for Toast +$1.00
Breakfast Bowl
$17.00
Scrambled eggs, cheddar, mozzarella, sausage, bacon, potatoes, avocado, horseradish cream.
Smoked Salmon Board
$18.00
toasted plain or everything bagel, traditional accompaniments.
The Combo
$15.00
3 eggs your way, bacon or sausage, potatoes & toast | Substitute Pancake for Toast +$1.00
Avocado Toast
$12.00
Smashed avocado on 8-grain with marinated feta, charred corn, red pepper flakes. Served with petite salad | Add Sunny Egg +$2.00
John's Scramble
$17.00
scrambled eggs, andouille sausage, mushrooms, onions, green pepper, mozzarella.
The Sammich #1
$14.00
2 over medium eggs, greens, American, bacon, Sriracha mayo, brioche bun.
Sammish #2
$14.00
Chive omelet, sausage patty, American cheese & garlic mayo on toasted English muffin.
Mexican Specialties
Add: Guacamole +$2.50 | Chorizo +$5.00 | Pulled Pork +$5.00 | Brisket +$5.00
Brisket & Egg Tacos
$15.00
Scrambled eggs, crispy brisket, red salsa, Chihuahua cheese on flour tortilla.
Huevos Rancheros
$14.00
2 sunny eggs, tostada, pinto bean puree, diced avocado, tomatillo salsa, queso fresco.
Chilaquiles
$14.00
Scrambled eggs, tomatillo salsa, tortilla chips, Chihuahua cheese, crema, cilantro, pico de gallo.
Crispy Brisket & Poblano Hash
$17.00
Onions, potatoes, chihuahua cheese, 2 eggs any style.
Breakfast Burrito
$13.00
scrambled eggs, poblano peppers, Chihuahua, onions, salsa roja, guacamole, potatoes.
Extras
Toast
$2.00
white, multigrain, rye, English muffin.
Toasted Bagel
$3.50
Plain or Everything
Pork Sausage
$4.95
Thick Cut Bacon
$6.50
Two Eggs
$4.00
Cream Cheese
$0.75
One Pancake
$4.00
Flavored Pancake
$4.50
House Potatoes
$3.50
Brunch Drinks
Intelligensia Coffee
$3.50
Bottomless
China Mist Brewed Iced Tea
$3.00
Bottomless
Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice
$3.50
Fresh Squeezed Grapefruit Juice
$3.50
Tito's Bloody Mary
$11.00
House Spicy Bloody
$12.00
Mimosa
$8.00
Bellini
$8.00
*Illinois Department of Public Health advises that thorough cooking of animal foods reduces the risk of foodborne illness.
Share Plates
Hummus Plate
$12.00
Warm pita, grilled broccoli, carrots.
Cheese Curds
$12.00
Beer-battered Wisconsin cheese curds, smoked chile ketchup.
Guacamole
$13.00
Served with house-made tortilla chips.
House Specialties
Peanut Chicken Bowl
$20.00
Sautéed chicken, spinach, cucumber salad, jasmine rice, zesty peanut sauce.
Fish Tacos*
$17.00
Pan-fried tilapia, honey-lime-cilantro slaw, chipotle mayo.
Sandwiches
Served with house-cut fries or tavern chips | Substitute Sweet Potato Fries +$1.50
Turkey Club
$17.00
Bacon, avocado spread, tomato, shredded lettuce, pepper jack, black pepper mayo, rustic white.
Southwest Wrap*
$17.00
Blackened chicken, pico de gallo, avocado, roasted corn, chipotle ranch, tortilla strips, spinach tortilla.
The #1 Fried Chicken Sandwich*
$17.00
Buttermilk-brined chicken breast, house slaw, spicy mayo, pickles.
BBQ Pork
$17.00
Slow-roasted pork shoulder, chipotle BBQ sauce, crispy onions, house slaw, brioche bun.
Salads
Add-ons from the grill: Chicken or Tofu +$5.95 | Fried Chicken +$6.95 | Shrimp +$7.95 | Blackened Salmon or Steak* +$8.95
John’s Chopped Salad
$13.00
Chop mix, bacon, goat cheese, dried cherries, roasted corn, tahini-sesame dressing.
Southwest Chopped
$13.00
House chop mix, pico de gallo, avocado, roasted corn, tortilla strips, chipotle ranch.
Greek Salad
$13.00
Harvest Bowl
$18.00
Farro & quinoa, roasted sweet potato, grilled portobello, crispy Brussels sprouts, avocado, roasted pepitas, balsamic drizzle.
Burgers
Served with house-cut fries or tavern chips | Substitute sweet potato fries +$1.50
Build Your Own Burger*
$13.00
Choose from: 100% Pure Angus Beef, Turkey Burger, or The Impossible Burger | Plant-Based Veggie Patty +$1.00
• $1.00 add-on: American, Cheddar, Swiss, Sautéed Mushrooms, Grilled Onions
• $2.00 add-on: Bleu Cheese, Bacon, Merkt’s Cheddar Spread, Farm Egg, Bacon & Onion Jam
• $2.65 add-on: Guacamole, Avocado
• $1.00 add-on: American, Cheddar, Swiss, Sautéed Mushrooms, Grilled Onions
• $2.00 add-on: Bleu Cheese, Bacon, Merkt’s Cheddar Spread, Farm Egg, Bacon & Onion Jam
• $2.65 add-on: Guacamole, Avocado
The Cowboy Burger*
$18.00
Merkt’s pub cheddar, house-made bacon-onion jam, spicy BBQ-chipotle sauce.
Patty Melt
$17.00
Swiss cheese, American cheese, caramelized onions, & 1000 Island dressing on grilled rye.
Double Stack*
$18.00
2 - 1/4 pound Angus beef burgers, 2 slices of American cheese, shredded lettuce, bacon, pickles, special sauce.
Sides
French Fries
$4.95
Sweet Potato Fries
$5.95
Mac & Cheese
$7.95
*Illinois Department of Public Health advises that thorough cooking of animal foods
reduces the risk of foodborne illness.
Starters
Hummus Plate
$12.00
Spice grilled pita & fresh veggies
Guacamole & Chips
$13.00
House-made tortilla chips, roasted tomato salsa
Cheese Curds
$13.00
Beer-battered Wisconsin cheese curds, smoked chile ketchup
Brussels Sprouts
$13.00
Salads
Add-ons: Grilled Chicken +$7.00 | Tofu +$7.00 | Fried Chicken +$8.00 | Shrimp +$9.00 | Salmon +$10.00 | Steak +$10.00
Dressing: Tahini | Chipotle Ranch | Smoked Paprika | Herb Vin | Balsamic Vin | Oil & Vinegar | Ranch
Johns Chopped
$13.00
Chop mix, bacon, goat cheese, dried cherries, roasted corn, tahini-sesame dressing
Chopped Italian
$16.00
House chop mix, pico de gallo, avocado, roasted corn, tortilla strips, chipotle ranch
Chickpea Caesar
$16.00
Crisp romaine tossed with creamy Caesar dressing, aged parmesan cheese & brioche croutons
Harvest Bowl
$20.00
Farro & quinoa, roasted sweet potato, grilled portobello, crispy Brussels sprouts, avocado, roasted pepitas, balsamic drizzle
Greek Power Bowl
$14.00
Romaine, tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, feta, pepperoncini, crispy pita
Southwest Chopped
$13.00
Burgers
Choose: Temperature | Side | Add Ons
Beef Burger
$14.00
100% pure Angus beef
Turkey Burger
$14.00
Impossible
$15.00
The Cowboy
$19.00
Merkt’s pub cheddar, housemade bacon-onion jam, spicy BBQ-chipotle sauce | Beef / Turkey / Impossible +$1.00
The Double Stack
$19.00
2 - ¼ # patties, 2 slices of American cheese, shredded lettuce, bacon, pickles, special sauce
The Patty Melt
$18.00
Pimento cheese, chopped bacon, jalapeno marmalade, crispy onion strings
Sandwiches
Pulled BBQ Pork
$17.00
Slow-roasted pork shoulder, chipotle bbq sauce, crispy onions, house slaw, brioche bun
Southwest Wrap
$19.00
Chicken, pico de Gallo, avocado, roasted corn, chipotle ranch, spinach tortilla
Turkey Sandwich
$17.00
Bacon, guacamole, lettuce, tomato, cheddar, country white, black pepper mayo
Fried Chicken Sandwich
$18.00
Buttermilk brined chicken breast, house slaw, spicy mayo, pickles
Tuna Melt
$18.00
Avocado Toast
$17.00
Tuna Salad & Avocado
$17.00
BLT+A
$17.00
Plum tomatoes, crisp romaine, thick cut bacon, avocado spread, black pepper mayo on toasted sourdough
Cheesesteak
$17.00
Skirt steak, poblano poblano peppers, mushrooms, onions & melted mozzarella in a potato hoagie with black pepper mayo
Chicken Caesar Wrap
$19.00
Pulled chicken, chihuahua cheese, Mexican rice, mayo, salsa, grilled pita, shredded lettuce & pico de gallo
House Specialties
Peanut Chicken
$22.00
Lunch Fish Taco
$17.00
Half and Half
$15.00
Shrimp Po Boy
$16.50
Sides
French Fries
$6.00
Sweet Potato Fries
$7.00
Grilled Broccoli
$10.00
Adult Mac & Cheese
$9.00
Small House Salad
$6.00
Soups and Chilis
Soup
Cup $5.00 | Bowl $8.00
Half & Half
Choose any two of your choice
Half & Half
$17.00
Desserts
Dinner Donuts
$10.00
Skillet Cookie
$12.00
Elvis Brownie
$12.00
Keylime Pie
$9.00
Let us put dinner on your table. A great selection of John's Place homestyle favorites.
Family Entrees
Serves 2-3
Family Chicken Parmesan
$52.00
Pan-fried chicken breast, angel hair pasta, spinach, marinara, mozzarella, parmesan.
Family Pork Mac & Cheese
$36.00
House mac & cheese, slow-roasted pulled pork, seasoned bread crumbs.
Family Peanut Chicken Bowl
$38.00
Sautéed chicken, spinach, cucumber salad, jasmine rice, spicy peanut sauce.
Family Salads
All family salads serve 2-3 entree salads or 4-6 side salads • Add-ons from the grill: Grilled Chicken +$11.90 | Tofu +$11.90 | Shrimp +$17.90
Family John's Chopped
$26.00
Chop mix, bacon, goat cheese, dried cherries, roasted corn, tahini-sesame dressing.
Family Southwest Salad
$26.00
House chop mix, pico de gallo, avocado, roasted corn, tortilla strips, chipotle ranch. 2-3 entree salads, 4-6 side salads.
Family Harvest Bowl
$40.00
Farro & quinoa, roasted sweet potato, grilled portobello, crispy Brussels sprouts, avocado, roasted pepitas, balsamic drizzle.
Family Taco Platters
All family taco platters are served with 6 flour tortillas & rice & beans.
Fried Chicken Taco Box
$34.00
House fried chicken breast, with shredded lettuce, chihuahua cheese, avocado-ranch, Mexican rice & black beans. Served with 6 flour tortillas.
Brisket Taco Box
$36.00
Slow-roasted brisket with onions, cilantro, Chihuahua cheese, roasted tomato salsa. Served with 6 flour tortillas, Mexican rice & black beans.
Fish Taco Box
$38.00
Pan-fried tilapia with house slaw, pico de gallo, chipotle mayo. Served with 6 flour tortillas, Mexican rice & black beans.
Kids Menu
Comes with choice of: Baby Carrots | French Fries | Mac & Cheese +$1.00 | Sweet Potato Fries +$1.00 | Broccoli +$1.50 | Fruit Cup +$0.50
Side Buttered Noodles
Dino Bites
$8.95
Dinosaur shaped chicken nuggets.
Mini Corn Dogs
$8.95
Kid Burger
$8.95
Macaroni & Cheese
$8.95
Pita Pizza
$8.95
Mini cheese pizza with cheese and pizza sauce.
Kid Pasta
$7.95
With butter or tomato sauce.
Double Dino
$12.95
A double serving of our dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets.
Kid Cheese Burger
$8.95
Grilled Cheese
$8.50
Let John's Place cater your next event - Our catering options offer incredible value, an enticing and varied menu, and that craveable home-style comfort food you’ve come to expect at our place (and now yours). John’s Place platters please your pals!
Things to know - We require a minimum of 24 hours notice for all catering orders. Need it sooner? Just let us know and we will do our best. A credit card is required at the time of order. Prices and offerings are subject to change without notice. We require a 24-hour cancellation on all catering orders. The catering order minimum is $75. There is a 10% service charge that maxes out at $25.00 • Reach out to us with any questions.
Appetizer Platters
Approximate serving suggestions: Small 8-14 | Large 15-21
Cheese & Fruit Platter
$85.00 | $130.00
Hummus & Veggie Platter
$60.00 | $95.00
Smoked Trout Dip
$85.00 | $130.00 • With everything bagel chips.
Smoked Salmon Crostini
$85.00 | $130.00 • cream cheese, chives, everything spice - $3.75 each (minimum of one dozen)
Gourmet Mini Sandwiches
Served on slider buns • **Other hot sandwiches are available on request. Please use the 'inquire' tab to contact the restaurant.
Turkey & Cheddar
$58.00/per dozen
Lettuce, tomato, black pepper mayo.
Smoked Salmon
$75.00/per dozen
Cream cheese, tomato, chives.
Fried Chicken
$58.00/per dozen
Lettuce, tomato, pickles, spicy mayo.
Tuna Salad
$58.00/per dozen
Lettuce, tomato & cheddar.
Shrimp & Crab Roll
$75.00/per dozen
Shrimp & crab salad, into N.E. style roll.
Specialty Salads
Each salad bowl feeds approximately 15+ side salads or 6 entrée salads - $65.00 | Add Chicken to any salad +$29.00
John’s Chopped Salad
Chop mix, bacon, goat cheese, dried cherries, roasted corn, tahini-sesame dressing.
Southwest Chopped Salad
House chop mix, pico de gallo, avocado, roasted corn, tortilla strips, chipotle ranch.
Chopped Cobb Salad
House chop mix, bacon, tomato, avocado, egg, feta, smoked paprika dressing.
Harvest Bowl
Farro & quinoa, roasted sweet potato, grilled portobello, crispy Brussels sprouts, avocado, roasted pepitas, balsamic drizzle (+$26.00).
Kids Meals
1/2 pan serves 12 – 16 • $59.00
Dino Bites
Mac & Cheese
Dessert Platter
Small 8-14 - $39.00 • Large 15-22 - $63.00
Chocolate - Toffee Crunch Cookies
Rice Krispie Treats
Blondie Bars
Feed a Neighbor
Feed a Neighbor ( 1 Meal)
$16.00
Feed a Neighbor
$10.00 | $20.00 | $30.00 | $50.00 | $100.00