Longman & Eagle

Olga and I headed over here for brunch Sunday morning. First of all there is a paid parking lot across the street but hidden. However, if you're by the blue line just take that... It was already very crowded by 11:30 so we ate at the bar. Service was nice and knowledgeable but busy, so not a ton of personal attention. They had 12 taps, quality local stuff mostly. A big beer list of at least 50 bottles that focused on Belgian staples and Midwestern beers, at least 10 Bells, lots of DFH, and trappists. Mostly lighter session beers, not many stouts, no sours. Staples but good ones, didn't knock my socks off. The biggest problem was price, all there 750s were at least $20, most topped $30. Longman's biggest draw is the whisky, they easily had a 100 different types. Not my thing, but fun to browse the list... The star of this place is the food. Very cool combinations, pork belly blt, wild boar sloppy joe, pork cheek mac and cheese, and a great brunch menu including fried chicken and waffles with sweet potato pork belly hash. All the food that was brought out around us looked awesome, tasted just as good. You have to get the chicken and waffles.

At this point no way I would come back for the beer only, with the price I wouldn't even order a beer. However, I'd come back in the near future to eat again. The price of the food is very reasonable.

 

 

 

 

Thanks to @DMcGirr - place is literally across the strret from Kedzie St exit off the Blue line at Logan Square. You won't see the tiny sign and entrance is not on Kedzie- on corner. True gem. Have a hearty breakfast that begins at 9am. Had a wild boar sloppy Joe lunch with a FFF mild ale--ok two.. Beer list is a nice blend of local/regional with lots of stuff that pairs well with food-- good dozen to choose from. It is truly so close to the blue line that you can to get off and back on and not miss a beat.

Only gave 4.5 on beer as lots of places with bigger selections but everything seemed well chosen. Whisky selection is one of the best I have seen-- esp if rye is in your wheelhouse.

 

Very good food, including the burger. Strong beer and spirits selection. Knowledgeable staff. Conveniently right off the blue line, making it easy to grab a quick bite on your way to or from ORD.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Longman & Eagle is one of my top places to go in Chicago for excellent food and a tap list that keeps bringing me back. Rotated options from FFF, Half Acre, Solemn Oath as well as Pipeworks NvU on tap provide fantastic opportunities to pair these class beers with the Michelin starred food. Always a pleasure to spend a few hours here, though at peak times it might take you that long to get a table. Fantastic brunch options and an eclectic crowd.