The Old Plank

4.0

25 Reviews

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Kid-friendly
Great for happy hour
Neighborhood gem

Tex-Mex fusion bar & restaurant serving up brunch & dinner with exceptional, rotating draft beer & craft cocktails.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tex-Mex, American, Mexican
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 10:00 am–1:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 661-2190
Website
https://oldplankchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
2700 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Neighborhood
Logan Square
Cross street
N Milwaukee Ave, N Sawyer Ave.
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
Logan Square Blue Line. 56 Milwaukee Bus.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Brisket Benedict*$14.00
smoked brisket / 2 poached eggs / avocado / BBQ / hollandaise / English muffin
Avocado Toast*$14.00
avocado mash / over-easy egg / cotija / pico de gallo / cilantro / Texas toast
Egg White Omelette$15.00
house cheese / peppers / spinach / mushrooms
Denver Omelette$14.00
ham / green peppers / onions / cheese
Tex Mex Omelette$14.00
cheddar & jack cheeses / bacon / pickled jalapeños / onions / peppers
Steak & Eggs*$20.00
6 oz house-seasoned skirt steak / 2 eggs any style / Texas toast
2 Eggs Your Way*$13.00
2 eggs any style / Texas toast. Choice of Bacon | Pork sausage
Texas Skillet*$16.00
2 eggs any style / bacon / onion / cheddar & jack cheeses / Texas toast red & yellow peppers
Breakfast Burrito*$14.00
Soft scrambled eggs / red & yellow peppers / red onion / cheddar & chihuahua cheeses / flour tortilla. Choice of Brisket | Green chorizo | Avocado
Breakfast Taco Plate*$15.00
3 tacos / soft scrambled eggs. Choice of Bacon | Green chorizo | Avocado

Starters

Homemade Guacamole$11.00
Loaded Fries$13.00
French fries / queso dip / chopped bacon / pico de gallo / cilantro
The OP's Queso$11.00
Carnitas Nachos$15.00
house cheese / cilantro / crema / grilled onions / pickled jalapeños
Dry Rub Wings$13.00
house seasoning / jalapeño ranch

Salads

Caesar Salad$14.00
romaine / anchovy / croûtons / radishes / hard boiled eggs / cotija / shaved grilled chicken / caesar dressing
Chopped Salad$14.00
iceberg lettuce / cucumbers / tortilla strips / panela cheese / corn / tomatoes / black beans / house dressing
Taco Salad$14.00
crispy flour tortilla shell / grilled chicken / lettuce / pico de gallo / guacamole sour cream / radish / black beans / queso fresco

Sweet Plates

The OP's Pancakes$14.00
3 housemade pancakes / banana / strawberry / powdered sugar
Chicken & Waffles$16.00
crispy fried chicken / pasilla syrup / housemade Belgian waffles
French Toast$14.00
Texas toast / powdered sugar / fresh berries / whipped cream

Breakfast Sandwiches

The Cowboy*$14.00
brioche bun / thick-cut peppered bacon / over-medium egg / spicy aioli / avocado / American & cheddar / house potatoes
Amarillo Slim*$14.00
biscuit / fried chicken / over-medium egg / house hollandaise / pickled jalapeños / house potatoes
Durango*$14.00
telera roll / smoked brisket / soft scrambled egg / pickled onions jalapeños / chihuahua cheese / BBQ aioli / house potatoes

Chilaquiles

Chilaquiles*$14.00

Burgers & Sandwiches

served w/ fries

The OP Double Stack$14.00
2 100% Angus patties / pickles / American cheese / ketchup & mustard
Beyond Burger$15.00
vegan brioche / lettuce / pico de gallo / arbol aioli / vegan mozzarella / avocado
Patty Melt*$14.00
Texas toast / American & cheddar / caramelized onions / mayo
Nashville Style Chicken Sandwich$14.00
Nashville sauce / cabbage slaw / pickles
BLTA$14.00
bacon / lettuce / tomato / avocado
Brisket$15.00
Texas toast / house BBQ / cabbage slaw
Grilled Chicken$14.00
beer marinated chicken / lettuce / tomato / onion / house sauce
Buffalo Chicken Wrap$14.00
fried chicken / buffalo sauce / lettuce / blue cheese dressing

Sides

House Potatoes
Thick-Cut Bacon
Pork Sausage
Fresh Fruit

Cocktails

Bloody Mary$12.00
house Bloody Mary mix / Absolut Vodka
Michelada$12.00
house michelada mix / lime juice / Modelo
Chelada$8.00
Modelo over ice / fresh lime juice / salted rim
Despiértate$12.00
Jameson Cold Brew / vanilla / cardamom / oat milk

Margaritas

The OP Frozen$12.00
featuring Tequila Ocho Plata
Tommy Classic$12.00
Lunazul Blanco / lime / agave
Mango$14.00
Lunazul Blanco / mango / agave / house chili blend / lime
Avocado$14.00
Lunazul Blanco / avocado / ginger / lime / agave

Mimosas

Mimosa Tower$85.00
chilled mimosa tower; serves up to four
Mimosa Kit
chilled champagne bottle with orange juice
- Serves Two$40.00
Mimosa$12.00
champagne and orange juice

What 25 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.0

4 based on recent ratings

3.8Food
3.7Service
4.2Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Old Plank is a vibrant local spot perfect for gatherings, offering "great happy hour prices" and "amazing" food options like esquites and tacos. Guests praise the "excellent service" and festive ambiance, making it ideal for events. While some note noise levels, the overall atmosphere is "welcoming and fun."

25 Reviews

E
Eric
Greater Boston1 review
2.0
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Very very loud, server came by twice the entire night, and the food was cold on arrival. I will say that the bar back that brought us our food was super nice and super energetic. But everything else points to this being a bar, not a real Tex Mex restaurant
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Laura
Chicago1 review
1.0
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
It smelled like a toilet in the dining room. There were very few patrons and the service was crappy at best. We will not be returning.
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Sarah VIP
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved everything about our brunch experience! They were hosting photos with Santa and our niece and nephew had the best time—Santa and the Grinch were walking around interacting with the kids! The space was also decorated to the nines for the holidays!! All staff was SO friendly and welcoming, and the food was great!
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Vianey
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter, Arturo, was so nice & very patient with us. Service was great & fast. The French Toast was amazing!
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Candace
Chicago5 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great spot in Logan Square. We went yesterday to watch the debate. They were running a $2 taco Tuesday special and it was amazing! We got one of each (carnitas, tinga, cauliflower). We all now want to come every Tuesday.
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Curlymom VIP
Chicago51 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 21, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our server was great. Food was good and the portions were generous. The bar is quite noisy and that is importnat to know.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great happy hour prices, esquites is absolutely bomb. Shrimp, fish, cauliflower tacos also excellent. Great local spot to go.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago1 review
3.0
Dined on June 2, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The food was great and reasonably priced. The service was also good. Unfortunately the music was so loud we could not comfortably have a conversation.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing owners/service/management! Couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate a birthday with a large party
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SharonK
Chicago9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Led a bike group here for breakfast. Arrived just as they opened and was seated quickly. Service was excellent and menu had some unique options. Everyone enjoyed their meal and we were back on the road in no time. Highly recommend the brunch and ambiance.
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FAQs

The Old Plank offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 661-2190.

The Old Plank is rated 4 stars by 25 OpenTable diners.

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

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

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2700 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Additional information

Cross street
N Milwaukee Ave, N Sawyer Ave.
Neighborhood
Logan Square
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 10:00 am–1:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tex-Mex, American, Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
Logan Square Blue Line. 56 Milwaukee Bus.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://oldplankchicago.com/
Phone number
(773) 661-2190

The Old Plank

Permanently Closed

Order delivery or takeout

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Breakfast

Brisket Benedict*$14.00

Avocado Toast*$14.00

Egg White Omelette$15.00

Denver Omelette$14.00

Tex Mex Omelette$14.00

Steak & Eggs*$20.00

2 Eggs Your Way*$13.00

Texas Skillet*$16.00

Breakfast Burrito*$14.00

Breakfast Taco Plate*$15.00

Starters

Homemade Guacamole$11.00

Loaded Fries$13.00

The OP's Queso$11.00

Carnitas Nachos$15.00

Dry Rub Wings$13.00

Salads

Caesar Salad$14.00

Chopped Salad$14.00

Taco Salad$14.00

Sweet Plates

The OP's Pancakes$14.00

Chicken & Waffles$16.00

French Toast$14.00

Breakfast Sandwiches

The Cowboy*$14.00

Amarillo Slim*$14.00

Durango*$14.00

Chilaquiles

Chilaquiles*$14.00

Burgers & Sandwiches

The OP Double Stack$14.00

Beyond Burger$15.00

Patty Melt*$14.00

Nashville Style Chicken Sandwich$14.00

BLTA$14.00

Brisket$15.00

Grilled Chicken$14.00

Buffalo Chicken Wrap$14.00

Sides

House Potatoes

Thick-Cut Bacon

Pork Sausage

Fresh Fruit

Cocktails

Bloody Mary$12.00

Michelada$12.00

Chelada$8.00

Despiértate$12.00

Margaritas

The OP Frozen$12.00

Tommy Classic$12.00

Mango$14.00

Avocado$14.00

Mimosas

Mimosa Tower$85.00

Mimosa Kit

Mimosa$12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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