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
Shrimp Cocktail
with Horseradish Sauce and Lime
Soup of the Day
Guacamole and Salsa
with Warm Tortilla Chips
Spicy Chicken Wings
with Homemade Ranch Dressing
Greek Fries-French Fries
topped with Oregano and Feta Cheese, Drizzled with Red Wine Vinegar
Veggie Ranch Plate
Cut Raw Vegetables with Homemade Ranch Dressing
Balsamic Glazed "River Valley Ranch" Portobellos and Gruyere Cheese
Smoked Salmon
Cream Cheese, Chives and Cucumber
Crepes
Salads
Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna Salad
Baby Spinach, Romaine, Edamame, Julienned Vegetables and Marinated Mushrooms
Skirt Steak Salad
with Avocado, Roasted Peppers, Tomato, Red Onion, Cheddar. Tortilla Strips; Avocado-Lime Dressing
Cobb Salad
with Chicken, Bacon, Blue Cheese, Avocado, Tomato, Egg and Traditional Cobb Dressing
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
Crispy Chicken Breast Salad
with Romaine, Iceberg, Tomato and Honey-Mustard-Jalapeno Dressing
Asian Chicken Salad
with Chopped Romaine, Orange Supremes, Cilantro, Fried Wontons and Ginger-Soy Vinaigrette
Organic Mixed Greens
with Apples, Walnuts, Crumbled Blue Cheese and Balsamic Vinaigrette
Caesar Salad
Croutons, Parmesan and Homemade Dressing
Top Sirloin Burger
with Mild Amish Blue Cheese Topping and Potato Wedges, without the Bun
Single, Double or Triple Stack Burger
with Char-Grilled Red Onions, Tomatoes, Lettuce and French Fries
Egg Salad or Tuna Salad
on Honey-Wheat Bread, Vegetable Slaw
"North Country" Ham and White Cheddar Sandwich
Panini Bread and Black Mission Fig Jam, Mixed Green Salad
PGC Homemade Turkey Burger
on a Toasted Bun, Sweet Potato Fries, Cranberry Sauce
Traditional Tuna Melt
Tuna Salad on Toasted English Muffin with Cheddar Cheese and a Wedge of Iceberg Lettuce, Homemade Thousand Island Dressing
Crab Cake Sandwich
with Avocado & Spicy Remoulade on a Bun; Arugula Salad
Sandwiches & Burgers
Prairie Grass Specialties
Sauteed Whitefish
with Lemon, Caper and Tomato; Broccoli
Marinated Skirt Steak
Over White Beans and Rainbow Swiss Chard
Penne Pasta
Tossed in "Creekstone" All-Natural Beef Basil-Tomato-Meat Sauce with Parmesan and Bread Crumb Topping
Rigatoni Pasta with Homemade Italian Sausage
Marinara Sauce, Leeks and Portobello Mushrooms
Omelet of the Day
Chefs Choice Served with Sauteed Potatoes, Sliced Tomatoes or Mixed Greens
Fish and Chips
Crisp Tilapia Filets with Potato Wedges, Apple Slaw, and Homemade Tartar Sauce
Local Farmers Omelet
Farm Fresh Eggs with "Capriole Farm" Goat Cheese and "River Valley Ranch Mushrooms" Served with Organic Mixed Greens
Mom's Seasonal Pie
Vanilla Creme Brulee
Double Chocolate Cake
Strawberry Crepe with Grand Marnier Sauce
Alphonso Mango Ice Cream
Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream with Sliced Strawberries
Desserts
Sides
French Fries
Sweet Potato Fries
White Beans and Swiss Chard
Char-Grilled Red Onions
Steamed Broccoli
Greek Fries
French Fries topped with Oregano and Feta Cheese, Desserts