Prairie Grass Cafe Menu

Prairie Grass Cafe is a beloved American restaurant in Northbrook, IL, offering a range of amenities like reservations, takeout, vegan and vegetarian options, and more. Their menu boasts appetizers like Tempura Shrimp and Guacamole, crepes like Smoked Salmon, and salads like Ahi Tuna and Skirt Steak. Customers praise the quality of dishes, with reviews highlighting standout items like the pork Milanese, veggie burger, and corn fritters. The restaurant's commitment to farm-to-table and locally sourced ingredients shines through in each dish. While some reviewers note occasional loudness and excessive salt in dishes, overall, Prairie Grass Cafe is a go-to spot for delicious, fresh food and impeccable service. Whether it's a special celebration or a casual dinner, this restaurant promises a memorable dining experience.

Appetizers

Tempura Shrimp

with Vegetables and Soy Dipping Sauce

$9.00

Shrimp Cocktail

with Horseradish Sauce and Lime

$4.00

Soup of the Day

$5.50

Guacamole and Salsa

with Warm Tortilla Chips

$8.00

Spicy Chicken Wings

with Homemade Ranch Dressing

$7.00

Greek Fries-French Fries

topped with Oregano and Feta Cheese, Drizzled with Red Wine Vinegar

$6.00

Veggie Ranch Plate

Cut Raw Vegetables with Homemade Ranch Dressing

$7.00

Balsamic Glazed "River Valley Ranch" Portobellos and Gruyere Cheese

$9.50

Smoked Salmon

Cream Cheese, Chives and Cucumber

$15.00

Crepes

Salads

Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna Salad

Baby Spinach, Romaine, Edamame, Julienned Vegetables and Marinated Mushrooms

$22.00

Skirt Steak Salad

with Avocado, Roasted Peppers, Tomato, Red Onion, Cheddar. Tortilla Strips; Avocado-Lime Dressing

$17.00

Cobb Salad

with Chicken, Bacon, Blue Cheese, Avocado, Tomato, Egg and Traditional Cobb Dressing

$12.50

Chopped Greek Salad

with Romaine, Red and Green Peppers, Tomato, Red Onion; Red Wine-Herb Vinaigrette Served with Baked Feta Cheese and Spicy Banana Peppers

$14.00

Crispy Chicken Breast Salad

with Romaine, Iceberg, Tomato and Honey-Mustard-Jalapeno Dressing

$12.00

Asian Chicken Salad

with Chopped Romaine, Orange Supremes, Cilantro, Fried Wontons and Ginger-Soy Vinaigrette

$12.00

Organic Mixed Greens

with Apples, Walnuts, Crumbled Blue Cheese and Balsamic Vinaigrette

$6.00

Caesar Salad

Croutons, Parmesan and Homemade Dressing

$12.50

Top Sirloin Burger

with Mild Amish Blue Cheese Topping and Potato Wedges, without the Bun

$16.00

Single, Double or Triple Stack Burger

with Char-Grilled Red Onions, Tomatoes, Lettuce and French Fries

$6.00

Egg Salad or Tuna Salad

on Honey-Wheat Bread, Vegetable Slaw

$8.50

"North Country" Ham and White Cheddar Sandwich

Panini Bread and Black Mission Fig Jam, Mixed Green Salad

$11.00

PGC Homemade Turkey Burger

on a Toasted Bun, Sweet Potato Fries, Cranberry Sauce

$12.00

Traditional Tuna Melt

Tuna Salad on Toasted English Muffin with Cheddar Cheese and a Wedge of Iceberg Lettuce, Homemade Thousand Island Dressing

$12.50

Crab Cake Sandwich

with Avocado & Spicy Remoulade on a Bun; Arugula Salad

$15.00

Sandwiches & Burgers

Prairie Grass Specialties

Sauteed Whitefish

with Lemon, Caper and Tomato; Broccoli

$22.00

Marinated Skirt Steak

Over White Beans and Rainbow Swiss Chard

$27.00

Penne Pasta

Tossed in "Creekstone" All-Natural Beef Basil-Tomato-Meat Sauce with Parmesan and Bread Crumb Topping

$15.00

Rigatoni Pasta with Homemade Italian Sausage

Marinara Sauce, Leeks and Portobello Mushrooms

$14.00

Omelet of the Day

Chefs Choice Served with Sauteed Potatoes, Sliced Tomatoes or Mixed Greens

$10.00

Fish and Chips

Crisp Tilapia Filets with Potato Wedges, Apple Slaw, and Homemade Tartar Sauce

$17.00

Local Farmers Omelet

Farm Fresh Eggs with "Capriole Farm" Goat Cheese and "River Valley Ranch Mushrooms" Served with Organic Mixed Greens

$11.50

Mom's Seasonal Pie

$7.50

Vanilla Creme Brulee

$7.50

Double Chocolate Cake

$7.50

Strawberry Crepe with Grand Marnier Sauce

$7.50

Alphonso Mango Ice Cream

$7.50

Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream with Sliced Strawberries

$7.50

Desserts

Sides

French Fries

$4.00

Sweet Potato Fries

$5.00

White Beans and Swiss Chard

$4.00

Char-Grilled Red Onions

$3.00

Steamed Broccoli

$5.00

Greek Fries

French Fries topped with Oregano and Feta Cheese, Desserts

$7.50

Drizzled with Red Wine Vinegar

$6.00