The Art Institute of Chicago
Dining

The Café

Monday-Wednesday, Friday-Sunday, 11:00-4:00;
Thursday, 11:00-7:00
(Memorial Day - Labor Day)
Thursday and Friday, 11:00-8:00
Lower level
The Café offers self-service dining, with a full grill for burgers, chicken sandwiches, entree specials, and a carver item; an Italian station with pizzas, Caesar salads, and open-face focaccia sandwiches; a deli station for sandwiches, salads, and soups; and a dessert station with a full array of homemade treats.

The Garden Restaurant

Daily, 11:30-3:00
(Memorial Day - Labor Day)
Thursday and Friday, 5:00-9:00
Live music, cocktails, and light dinner fare
Lower level
Enjoy table-side service, with a full bar, wine list, and menu that features seasonal cuisine of varying styles and influences. Reservations are accepted for indoor dining only, but not required. Call (312) 553-9675.

Download each menu:
Menu
Wine List
Dessert
Children's Menu

Summer Music Series
From Memorial Day through Labor Day, the Garden Restaurant opens its doors on Thursdays and Fridays from 5:00 to 9 p.m. for live music. Admission to the museum and music is free after 5:00 p.m. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis and is reserved for our dining guests.

Members always receive a 10% discount in the museum's restaurants.

The Art Institute and its dining facilities are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's days.