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Machine: Engineered Dining and Drink, Chicago, IL

Machine: Engineered Dining and Drink

4.6
4.6
1538 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
Located in the heart of Wicker Park on Division, Machine: Engineered Dining & Drink serves globally-inspired, yet approachable cuisine, along with a renowned cocktail program of interactive, visually striking and photo-worthy drinks. While enjoying brunch, dinner or happy hour, guests can take advantage of the onsite florist by creating a table-side bouquet or purchasing one of Machine's stunning pre-made arrangements. With a vibrant, romantic ambiance and one of the largest patios on Chicago's west side, Machine is ideal for special events, bridal & baby showers, birthdays, anniversaries, and date nights. Menu highlights include: Tofu Volcano, Duck Gnocchi, Mushroom Pate, NY Strip, Chicken Tacos, Pork Belly Benedict, and Strawberry Shortcake French Toast.
Be sure to visit us for Happy Hour (Wed-Fri 4-6 pm) for half off communal cocktails & wine!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Breakfast, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 276-7422
  • Website
    http://www.dinemachine.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Kristofer Lohraff
  • Catering
    We offer full and partial events. <br />Stationary dish offerings. <br />Passed apps options available. <br />Dinner Seated coursed meal <br />3 courses 2 options per course $63/person<br />3 courses 3 options per course $96/person<br />Brunch seated coursed meal<br />3 courses $45/person<br />
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to host your next event at Machine! Please contact Lauren for more information at Lauren@machinehospitality.com
  • Location
    1846 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622-3112
  • Area
    Bucktown / Wicker Park
  • Cross Street
    Division Street and Marion Court
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Blue line stop near by. Division and Wood Bus stop.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Salad & Veggies

  • Machine Caesar SaladUSD 14.00

    Hook's parmesan | miso dressing | romaine | sourdough crumble | lemon. Allergens: Gluten, Soy, Dairy, Citrus, Egg, MSG

    • Autumn Kale SaladUSD 14.00

      Tuscan Kale, Maple Pomegranate Vinaigrette, Roasted Sweet Potato, Pistachio Brittle, Prarie Breeze 5 year Cheddar). Allergens: Gluten (can be removed) Dairy (can be removed), Nuts (can be removed)

      • Tofu VolcanoUSD 17.00

        Coconut red curry, black sesame tempura battered fried tofu. Topped with scallions and red thai chilis. Allergens: Sesame, Capsicum, Coconut, Allium Vegan Dish

        • Mushroom PatéUSD 15.00

          Herbed Mushroom Mousse | Whipped Goat Cheese | Toasted Sunflower Seeds | Crostinis | Basil Olive Oil Snow. Allergens: Dairy, Alcohol, Allium, Seeds, Gluten (Crostinis), Seeds (Sunflower)

          • Mediterranean BowlUSD 16.00

            Couscous | quinoa | roasted carrots and cauliflower | pickled onion | grilled eggplant hummus | harissa yogurt | herb salad. Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Allium, Nightshade Vegetables, Capsicum, Citrus

            • Cacio e PepeUSD 17.00

              Bucatini Pasta, Hook's Parmesan, 4 Pepper Blend. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten, Cashew/Treenut

              • Mushroom BurgerUSD 17.00

                Vegetarian Mushroom Patty | Aged Swiss Cheese | Chipotle Aioli | Arugula

                Seafood

                • Squid Ink TonnarelliUSD 27.00

                  Squid Ink Tonnarelli Pasta | Littleneck Clams | Tomato and Fermented Chili Butter | Grilled Cabbage | Shiitake Mushrooms | Yuzu | Grilled Baguette

                  • Machine MusselsUSD 22.00

                    8oz. Prince Edward island mussels | nduja sausage | anisette | cherry tomatoes | fennel | fish stock | garlic aioli. Allergens: Shellfish, dairy, allium, alcohol, gluten, pork

                    • Roasted Faroe Island SalmonUSD 29.00

                      Spicy nacho shishito peppers | avocado purée | crispy shallots | smoked sunflower romesco. Allergens: Fin Fish, Capsicum, Allium, Soy, Sunflower seeds, Citrus, Avocado, and Dairy (can be removed)

                      • Octo GoddessUSD 26.00

                        Braised and Grilled Spanish Octopus | Crispy Fingerling Potatoes | Applewood Smoked Bacon | Ajvar Vegetable Spread | Chermoula Goddess | Marcona Almonds. Allergens: Shellfish (Octopus), Dairy (Cooked in Butter, can be removed), Nuts (Almonds, can be removed), Allium (Braising Liquid), CItrus (Braising Liquid)

                        Meats

                        • Dry Aged New York StripUSD 69.00

                          Maitre' d Butter | Rosemary and Thyme Bouquet | Maldon Salt | Smoke. Allergens: Dairy, Citrus, Allium (chives in bouquet)

                          • Steak FritesUSD 32.00

                            Herb Marinated Flank Steak | Seasoned Frites | House Steak Sauce. Allergen: Allium

                            • Duck GnocchiUSD 24.00

                              Potato Gnocchi | Smoked Chili Oil | Confit Duck | Pecorino Romano | Fresh Parsley | Crispy Shallots. Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Allium, Citrus, Sulfites, Capsicum

                              • Crispy Chicken TacosUSD 16.00

                                Lime aioli | cabbage-apple slaw | sake pickled peppers | togarashi | ginger-soy gastrique | cilantro. Allergens: Soy, gluten, egg, allium, citrus, sesame, raw alcohol (can be removed), dairy, capsicum, MSG, cilantro

                                • Half ChickenUSD 28.00

                                  Buttermilk brined chicken breast (roasted till skin is crisp), fried leg confit dusted with a spice mix, warm orzo pasta salad with toasted ricotta salata cheese, chives, and pineapple hot sauce, napa cabbage, chicken stock. Allergens: Dairy, allium, gluten, capsicum, pineapple, MSG

                                  • Sweet Tea Fried ChickenUSD 32.00

                                    Sweet Tea Brined Leg Quarters | Sweet Corn Salad | Smoked Gouda Vinaigrette | Buttermilk Biscuit Bread Crumbs | House Hot Sauce. Can be half or full order. Allergens: Gluten (Can be removed), Dairy (Gouda Vinaigrette), Allium (Gouda Vinaigrette, Green Onions in Corn Salad)

                                    • Engineered CheeseburgerUSD 17.00

                                      Griddled onions | machine pickles | iceberg lettuce | miso thousand island sauce | salt & vinegar fries. Allergens: Dairy, gluten, allium, egg, soy, capsicum

                                      • Summer Short RibUSD 30.00

                                        Short Rib with Confit Potato, Champagne-Pear Gravy, Tapioca "Chicharron", Sweet Corn, Orange & Hazelnut Crumble. Allergens: Allium, Citrus, Nuts, Capsicum, Sulfites

                                        Additions

                                        • Summer Corn Salad WarmUSD 8.00

                                          Sweet corn, Gouda Vinaigrette, Green Onions

                                          • Orzo PastaUSD 5.00

                                            Grilled Napa Cabbage | Toasted Ricotta Salata | Pineapple Hot Sauce

                                            • Loaded Potato CroquettesUSD 9.00

                                              Bacon | Sour cream | Smoked Gouda | Herbs | Tomato Gravy

                                              • Shishito PeppersUSD 7.00

                                                Spicy Nacho Seasoning | Lime Aioli Drizzle

                                                • Smoked MushroomsUSD 7.00

                                                  Maitre' d Butter | Sherry Vinegar | Garlic | Shallots

                                                  • BroccoliniUSD 6.00

                                                    Maitre' d Butter | Garlic | Shallots

                                                    • FriesUSD 5.00

                                                      Salt and Vinegar Seasoning

                                                      Pastry

                                                      • Almond Cream Blueberry PieUSD 12.00

                                                        Blueberry Pie | Almond Cream | Citrus-Coriander White Chocolate Mousse | Vanilla Cookie Crumble | Passion Fruit Caviar | Mint Oil. Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Nuts, Citrus

                                                        • Smoke & S'More SemifreddoUSD 12.00

                                                          Smoky Tea and Dark Chocolate Semifreddo | House Graham Cracker | Marshmallow Fluff | Shaved Dark Chocolate. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten (can be removed)

                                                          • Ginger Pear TartUSD 12.00

                                                            Graham Cracker Tart Crust | Citrus-Pear Compote | Ginger-Molasses Ice Cream | Salted Toffee | Brown Sugar Chantilly. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten, Citrus

                                                            • Scoop of Gelato/SorbetUSD 5.00

                                                              salted caramel gelato, double chocolate gelato, strawberry gelato or raspberry sorbet

                                                              Last updated: 11 June 2023

                                                              What 1,538 people are saying

                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

                                                              Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                              4.6
                                                              4.6 based on all time ratings
                                                              • 4.4Food
                                                              • 4.5Service
                                                              • 4.7Ambience
                                                              • 4.3Value

                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                              Review summary

                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                              Machine: Engineered Dining and Drink offers a vibrant dining experience with "super unique" drinks and "consistently great" food. Guests rave about the "outstanding service" and "amazing" flavors. The restaurant's relaxed ambiance and creative cocktails make it a perfect spot for dates or group outings. Ideal for special occasions!

                                                              1,538 Reviews

                                                              1. MaryM

                                                                Chicago

                                                                5 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                5 reviews

                                                                Dined on 12 July 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Lovely evening with my Book Club. We ate inside so we had low noise levels for good conversation.
                                                                Machine: Engineered Dining and DrinkResponded on 15 July 2024
                                                                Thank you for the 5 stars! We hope to have you back into Machine soon!

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                                                              2. JeanJ

                                                                Chicago

                                                                30 reviews

                                                                vip
                                                                5.0

                                                                30 reviews

                                                                Dined on 5 July 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Fun cocktail choices, great food, outstanding service - overall a great experience!
                                                                Machine: Engineered Dining and DrinkResponded on 15 July 2024
                                                                Thank you for the 5 stars! We hope to have you back into Machine soon!

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                                                              3. OpenTable Diner

                                                                San Francisco

                                                                1 review

                                                                5.0

                                                                1 review

                                                                Dined on 28 June 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Wonderful food and service! Couldn’t have been happier with my experience !
                                                                Machine: Engineered Dining and DrinkResponded on 8 July 2024
                                                                Thank you for the 5 stars! We hope to have you back in soon!

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                                                              4. OpenTable Diner

                                                                Chicago

                                                                15 reviews

                                                                3.0

                                                                15 reviews

                                                                Dined on 23 June 2024

                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                2. Food 2
                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                I’ve been here several times before this experience and was always pleased. Unfortunately, this last time was not the same. One of my friends ordered a burger well done and it came out medium. They made her another one and it had a hair mixed into the patty and the bun. The staff was very apologetic, removed it from our bill, and gave us free dessert.

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                                                              5. OpenTable Diner

                                                                Orlando

                                                                3 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                3 reviews

                                                                Dined on 16 June 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                I came with a large group and the restaurant was very accommodating. I enjoyed the floral arrangements and the cute drink options.
                                                                Machine: Engineered Dining and DrinkResponded on 8 July 2024
                                                                Thank you for the 5 stars! We hope to have you back in soon!

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                                                              6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                Chicago

                                                                2 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                2 reviews

                                                                Dined on 13 June 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Had amazing talk with the manager. The food was so unique and the mock tails were even more Flavorful than I thought they would be. I was really impressed with how the cook on the steak turned out and the collard greens are to die for 10 out of 10 amazing quality and unique flavors.
                                                                Machine: Engineered Dining and DrinkResponded on 18 June 2024
                                                                Thank you for the 5 stars! We hope to have you back into Machine soon!

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                                                              7. OpenTable Diner

                                                                Chicago

                                                                2 reviews

                                                                3.0

                                                                2 reviews

                                                                Dined on 9 June 2024

                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                2. Food 2
                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                The music should be slightly louder and they should choose a better music selection. It’s to slow

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                                                              8. OpenTable Diner

                                                                Raleigh

                                                                2 reviews

                                                                4.0

                                                                2 reviews

                                                                Dined on 2 June 2024

                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                2. Food 3
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Cocktails were amazing, they have so many unique and delicious options. Food was good, we loved the elote and the pesto gnocchi but the rest was just okay. Overall great experience!
                                                                Machine: Engineered Dining and DrinkResponded on 3 June 2024
                                                                Thank you for the 4 stars! We hope to have you back into Machine soon!

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                                                              9. steve

                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                6 reviews

                                                                vip
                                                                5.0

                                                                6 reviews

                                                                Dined on 30 May 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Fantastic restaurant! Third time eating there in 1 year. Didn't disappoint. The cocktails are imaginative and the food is great. The prices are moderate which is an added bonus. The consistency between the 3 visits was unchanged which is unusual in restaurants these days.
                                                                Machine: Engineered Dining and DrinkResponded on 3 June 2024
                                                                Thank you so much for the kind words! We're so happy to have you as a regular at Machine. Come back soon!

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                                                              10. OpenTable Diner

                                                                Chicago

                                                                2 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                2 reviews

                                                                Dined on 26 May 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                I got the mushroom and goat cheese omelette. It was absolutely delicious. I highly suggest recommend it.
                                                                Machine: Engineered Dining and DrinkResponded on 3 June 2024
                                                                Thank you for the 5 stars! We hope to have you back into Machine soon!

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                                                              FAQs

                                                              Machine: Engineered Dining and Drink offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 276-7422.

                                                              Machine: Engineered Dining and Drink is rated 4.6 stars by 1538 OpenTable diners.

                                                              Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                              Not bookable

                                                              This restaurant is temporarily offline. Please contact the restaurant directly or check back shortly for availability.

                                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                                              Google Map for Machine: Engineered Dining and Drink

                                                              1846 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622-3112

                                                              Dining areas

                                                              Additional information

                                                              • Cross Street
                                                                Division Street and Marion Court
                                                              • Area
                                                                Bucktown / Wicker Park
                                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                                Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
                                                              • Price
                                                                $30 and under
                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                Contemporary American, Breakfast, Cocktail Bar
                                                              • Dining style
                                                                Casual Dining
                                                              • Dress code
                                                                Casual Dress
                                                              • Parking details
                                                                Street Parking
                                                              • Public transit
                                                                Blue line stop near by. Division and Wood Bus stop.
                                                              • Payment Options
                                                                AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                              • Executive Chef
                                                                Kristofer Lohraff
                                                              • Additional
                                                                Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                              • Website
                                                                http://www.dinemachine.com/
                                                              • Phone number
                                                                (773) 276-7422
                                                              • Catering
                                                                We offer full and partial events. <br />Stationary dish offerings. <br />Passed apps options available. <br />Dinner Seated coursed meal <br />3 courses 2 options per course $63/person<br />3 courses 3 options per course $96/person<br />Brunch seated coursed meal<br />3 courses $45/person<br />
                                                              • Private party facilities
                                                                We would love to host your next event at Machine! Please contact Lauren for more information at Lauren@machinehospitality.com
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