Chef Bruce Sherman holds true to the Arts and Crafts ideal in the culinary philosophy of North Pond restaurant. Drawing inspiration from the local market, he utilizes exceptional ingredients at the height of their season. Whenever possible, Chef Sherman supports small local farmers and treats their products with respect in his kitchen. The path from earth to plate remains clear and his cuisine reflects the décor of the dining room - complex layers of subtle craft beneath a simple decorative style.

Offers: Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Parking Details: Valet located at Lakeview and Deming. Available for dinner and Sunday brunch (no valet at Lunch).

Situated within the grounds of Lincoln Park, at the edge of a pond overlooking Chicago's dramatic skyline, North Pond can easily claim the city's loveliest setting. The structure that houses North Pond was originally built in 1912 as a warming shelter for ice skaters. In 1998, the interior was redesigned according to the Arts and Crafts tradition and reopened as North Pond Café. The year 2002 saw the most recent incarnation of the building as North Pond, a premier fine dining establishment. Nine-foot glass French doors offer views of the park on three sides. A large Illinois fieldstone fireplace lends warmth and intimacy to the dining room. Copper accents the Wisconsin stone hearth, as do solid oak shelves built within the stone displaying decorative period pieces. On Chicago's many cold winter nights, a table near the fireplace looking out over the snow-covered park offers a timeless respite of refined food and service