NM Café - Northbrook

Name: NM Café - Northbrook
Address: 5000 Northbrook Court, Chicago, IL, United States, 60062
Telephone: (847) 509-6750
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

628 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

24 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 11 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Charming

Appetite for excellence. Take lunching to the next level at NM Cafe®, our elegant restaurant at Neiman Marcus Northbrook. Retreat to a fine-dining atmosphere with an innovative menu selection. Taste one of our exquisite seasonal entrée selections or experience the famous Mandarin Orange Soufflé. It's the perfect choice for any special occasion or for turning an ordinary day into something wonderful.

Looking to host an event? We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(847) 509-6750
Website
http://www.neimanmarcus.com/restaurants/northbrook/il/the%20zodiac/chicago%20-%20northbrook?geoLocation=&prev=restDir
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
5000 Northbrook Court, Chicago, IL 60062
Area
Northbrook
Cross Street
Lake Cook Road between Skokie Valley Road and Wauk
Parking details
Self-parking is available immediately adjacent to all Neiman Marcus entrances.
Public transit
PACE busses "Route 213 - Green Bay Road", "Route 626 Skokie Valley Limited", "Route 422 - Linden CTA/Glenview/Northbrook Ct."
Additional
Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

White Bean Chicken ChiliUSD 8.00
monterey jack cheese, jalapeño, cilantro.
- BowlUSD 10.00
Truffle FriesUSD 12.00
parmesan, parsley, garlic aioli.
Grilled ShrimpUSD 18.00
thai sweet chili sauce, avocado mash.
Crispy Brussels SproutsUSD 12.00
balsamic reduction, dates, pepitas, lime, cilantro.
Warm Panko Crusted Goat CheeseUSD 14.00
spicy sage honey, warm sourdough points.

Salads

Love SaladUSD 27.00
grilled chicken, mixed greens, avocado, heirloom cherry tomatoes, hearts of palm, artichoke, creamy balsamic dressing.
CaesarUSD 17.00
romaine, capers, toasted panko, parmesan, creamy caesar dressing.
- ChickenUSD 25.00
- ShrimpUSD 27.00
Brussels Sprouts SaladUSD 26.00
roasted turkey, shaved brussels, curry cashews, sun-dried apricots, lemon vinaigrette.
Salmon NiçoiseUSD 30.00
haricot vert, marble potatoes, olive tapenade, egg, little gem lettuce, honey-lemon vinaigrette.

Handhelds

NM BurgerUSD 21.00
black angus patty, brioche, sharp cheddar, lettuce, tomato, chipotle mayonnaise, served with french fries.
- AvocadoUSD 24.00
- BaconUSD 24.00
Tuna MeltUSD 21.00
whole wheat bread, tuna pecan salad, sharp cheddar cheese, tomato, red onion, cornichon, french fries.
Triple Grilled CheeseUSD 19.00
brie, swiss, and cheddar cheese, apple chutney, french fries.
Turkey PaniniUSD 26.00
roasted turkey, arugula, tomato, avocado, garlic aioli, french fries.

NM Classics

Chicken SaladUSD 27.00
mixed greens, nm chicken salad, shaved celery & apples, sun-dried fruits, toasted almonds, lemon vinaigrette.
Mandarin Orange SouffléUSD 26.00
nm chicken salad, sliced almonds, seasonal fruit salad, today's sweet bread.
SamplerUSD 25.00
cup of soup, nm classic sandwich half, house salad.

Mains

Salmon TacosUSD 26.00
blackened salmon filet, corn tortillas, lime-cabbage salad, cilantro, jalapeños, avocado, chipotle mayonnaise, fresh salsa.
Chicken PaillardUSD 26.00
panko crusted, tomato basil coulis, israeli couscous, baby carrots, arugula.
Warm GrainsUSD 18.00
quinoa, crispy spiced brussels sprouts, roasted cauliflower, baby kale, avocado, ginger-maple dressing.
QuicheUSD 22.00
herbs & goat cheese, mixed greens, balsamic dressing.
Miso Glazed SalmonUSD 30.00
wild rice, brussels sprouts, tomato orange vinaigrette.

Desserts

Crème BrûléeUSD 10.00
whipped cream and seasonal berries.
ZarlenGo's GelatoUSD 10.00
assorted flavors.
Flourless Chocolate CakeUSD 10.00
seasonal berries.
Carrot CakeUSD 10.00
cream cheese frosting, walnut crumb.
NM Chocolate Chip Cookie BoxUSD 8.50
presented with our famous recipe card.

Champagne & Sparkling

Une Femme "The Callie" RoséUSD 14.00
for Neiman Marcus, California NV
- Quarter BottleUSD 18.00
- Four-PackUSD 54.00
Ferrari Brut RoséUSD 14.00
Trentodoc NV
- Half BottleUSD 33.00
Schramsberg BrutUSD 13.00
Mendocino NV
- BottleUSD 53.00
Bottega "Il Vino dei Poeti" ProseccoUSD 12.00
Treviso NV
- BottleUSD 47.00
Veuve Clicquot Brut "Yellow Label"USD 29.00
Reims NV
- BottleUSD 145.00

Whites & Rosé

Château d'Esclans "Whispering Angel" Rosé
Côtes de Provence 2022
- Half BottleUSD 39.00
Terlato Pinot GrigioUSD 14.00
Friuli 2022
- BottleUSD 56.00
Cliff Lede Sauvignon BlancUSD 16.00
Napa Valley 2022
- BottleUSD 61.00
Neiman Marcus ChardonnayUSD 14.00
Sonoma County 2019
- BottleUSD 56.00
Sonoma-Cutrer Russian River Ranches ChardonnayUSD 14.00
Sonoma County 2019
- BottleUSD 56.00
Clos Pegase "Mitsuko's Vineyard" ChardonnayUSD 18.00
Napa Valley 2018
- BottleUSD 79.00
Château Miraval RoséUSD 16.00
Côtes de Provence 2022
- BottleUSD 61.00

Reds

Cherry Pie Pinot NoirUSD 12.00
California 2016
- BottleUSD 47.00
Daou Reserve Cabernet SauvignonUSD 19.00
Paso Robles 2019
- BottleUSD 87.00

Specialty Cocktails

Pomegranate PalomaUSD 18.00
casa del sol blanco, pomegranate lime sour, fever tree grapefruit
Espresso MartiniUSD 18.00
belvedere vodka, coffee and irish cream liqueurs
Honey Spice MargaritaUSD 18.00
casa del sol reposado, honey, lime, cointreau, cinnamon sugar rim, honey clusters
Rosé Aperol SpritzUSD 18.00
aperol, club, ferrari rosé

Chilled

Iced TeaUSD 5.00
Spiced Iced TeaUSD 5.00
Pom-JitoUSD 8.00
brewed tea, pomegranate, mint
Q Spectacular DrinksUSD 6.00
(6.7 oz. bottle) a ginger ale, q club soda, q tonic, or a ginger beer
Acqua PannaUSD 8.00
premium still water (750ml)
S.PellegrinoUSD 8.00
sparkling water (750ml)

Brewed

Hot TeaUSD 5.00
breakfast blend, earl grey, jasmin vert, chamomile
Filter Drip CoffeeUSD 5.00
EspressoUSD 5.00
CappuccinoUSD 5.50
espresso, equal parts steamed milk and froth
Caffè LatteUSD 6.00
espresso, steamed milk, layer of froth

What 628 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North Suburbs
Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

NM Café - Northbrook offers a "fantastic" dining experience with delightful popovers, savory broth, and a charming ambiance. Guests appreciate the "excellent" service, especially from attentive servers like Jeffrey and Thomas. While some note a decline in food quality, the overall experience remains "wonderful" and perfect for special occasions.

628 Reviews

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Wendy
Chicago
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always delicious! Polly, our server is Fantastic!
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Beth
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a nice mid-day get away with a friend. Servers are kind and attentive, the food is always excellent and it has a nice ambiance. Highly recommend
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Judith
Chicago
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a delicious lunch in a lovely setting where it was conversation friendly and the wait service was EXCELLENT!
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Elaine
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent lunch, still super popovers, charming setting
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Tim
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 30 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thomas was a wonderful and attentive server who made our experience exceptional!
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Nancy
Chicago
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 24 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The NM Cafe provides a lovely environment, delicious food and experienced, attentive servers. It is an oasis of civility in a hectic world.
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Mercedes
Chicago
56 reviews
4.0
56 reviews
Dined on 27 August 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food and service are on a downward trend unfortunately.
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J
Joan
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 20 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff was very nice & efficient. Food good & no loud music. Good experience.
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Claire
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I had a very enjoyable lunch. A small cup of broth and a brioche (with strawberry butter!) was given to each of us, before we even ordered, and they were delicious. We ordered the cup of soup (autumn squash) with half a tuna fish sandwich and salad. This soup was also excellent, as was the sandwich. This was a birthday meal, and, we were surprised by a free dessert, a custard that was scrumptious. The service was just right, with empty plates being removed and water refilled quietly. I asked to take my sandwich home, and it was beautifully packed. The bill came with three chocolate candies. you couldn't ask for a better experience.
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jo
Chicago
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on 13 August 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
It was my mom’s 91st birthday which I indicated when making the reservation. This went unacknowledged and we had to ask for a candle in a dessert. Gladly would have paid for a cake or something to make a 91st birthday feel as special as it is. Mom did not enjoy the orange soufflé and chicken salad. She said they were unseasoned and tasteless. The shrimp n’ guac, recommended by waiter, Thomas were delicious. The other guests enjoyed their meals.
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FAQs

NM Café - Northbrook offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 509-6750.

NM Café - Northbrook is rated 4.7 stars by 628 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

24 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

5000 Northbrook Court, Chicago, IL 60062

Additional information

Cross Street
Lake Cook Road between Skokie Valley Road and Wauk
Area
Northbrook
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Self-parking is available immediately adjacent to all Neiman Marcus entrances.
Public transit
PACE busses "Route 213 - Green Bay Road", "Route 626 Skokie Valley Limited", "Route 422 - Linden CTA/Glenview/Northbrook Ct."
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.neimanmarcus.com/restaurants/northbrook/il/the%20zodiac/chicago%20-%20northbrook?geoLocation=&prev=restDir
Phone number
(847) 509-6750

NM Café - Northbrook

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Chicken Salad

Citrus Salad

Trio Salad

Starters

White Bean Chicken ChiliUSD 8.00

Truffle FriesUSD 12.00

Grilled ShrimpUSD 18.00

Crispy Brussels SproutsUSD 12.00

Warm Panko Crusted Goat CheeseUSD 14.00

Salads

Love SaladUSD 27.00

CaesarUSD 17.00

Brussels Sprouts SaladUSD 26.00

Salmon NiçoiseUSD 30.00

Handhelds

NM BurgerUSD 21.00

Tuna MeltUSD 21.00

Triple Grilled CheeseUSD 19.00

Turkey PaniniUSD 26.00

NM Classics

Chicken SaladUSD 27.00

Mandarin Orange SouffléUSD 26.00

SamplerUSD 25.00

Mains

Salmon TacosUSD 26.00

Chicken PaillardUSD 26.00

Warm GrainsUSD 18.00

QuicheUSD 22.00

Miso Glazed SalmonUSD 30.00

Desserts

Crème BrûléeUSD 10.00

ZarlenGo's GelatoUSD 10.00

Flourless Chocolate CakeUSD 10.00

Carrot CakeUSD 10.00

NM Chocolate Chip Cookie BoxUSD 8.50

Champagne & Sparkling

Une Femme "The Callie" RoséUSD 14.00

Ferrari Brut RoséUSD 14.00

Schramsberg BrutUSD 13.00

Bottega "Il Vino dei Poeti" ProseccoUSD 12.00

Veuve Clicquot Brut "Yellow Label"USD 29.00

Whites & Rosé

Château d'Esclans "Whispering Angel" Rosé

Terlato Pinot GrigioUSD 14.00

Cliff Lede Sauvignon BlancUSD 16.00

Neiman Marcus ChardonnayUSD 14.00

Sonoma-Cutrer Russian River Ranches ChardonnayUSD 14.00

Clos Pegase "Mitsuko's Vineyard" ChardonnayUSD 18.00

Château Miraval RoséUSD 16.00

Reds

Cherry Pie Pinot NoirUSD 12.00

Daou Reserve Cabernet SauvignonUSD 19.00

Specialty Cocktails

Pomegranate PalomaUSD 18.00

Espresso MartiniUSD 18.00

Honey Spice MargaritaUSD 18.00

Rosé Aperol SpritzUSD 18.00

Chilled

Iced TeaUSD 5.00

Spiced Iced TeaUSD 5.00

Pom-JitoUSD 8.00

Q Spectacular DrinksUSD 6.00

Acqua PannaUSD 8.00

S.PellegrinoUSD 8.00

Brewed

Hot TeaUSD 5.00

Filter Drip CoffeeUSD 5.00

EspressoUSD 5.00

CappuccinoUSD 5.50

Caffè LatteUSD 6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Does NM Café - Northbrook offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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