BARDAVID

M O D E R N   M E D I T E R R A N E A N

Located inside of the David Rubenstein Forum; BARDAVID offers a sophisticated dining experience, serving a regionally curated wine list, handcrafted cocktail program, and seasonal mediterranean-influenced cuisine.

CHOOSE CHICAGO RESTAURANT WEEK
We’re thrilled to participate in Choose Chicago’s Annual Restaurant Week!
Join us beginning Friday, January 23 through Sunday, February 8 for lunch and dinner specials.

CHOOSE CHICAGO:
ANNUAL RESTAURANT WEEK

Dive into the annual celebration of the Chicago Culinary Scene right here in BARDAVID beginning Friday, January 23 through Sunday, February 8. With both lunch and dinner options available, we couldn’t be more thrilled to be participating once again in Choose Chicago’s annual restaurant week.

CHOOSE CHICAGO RESTAURANT WEEK:
Friday, January 23 through Sunday, February 8
Lunch & Dinner Menu Options

 

BARDAVID RESTAURANT WEEK OFFERS:
Lunch Experience: $30 | Dinner Experience: $45
Click the link to browse our menus!

SMOOTH JAZZ WITH EDWIN:
Tuesday, January 13 & Tuesday, February 10
from 5pm to 8pm

SMOOTH JAZZ ON THE MIDWAY
FEATURING MR. EDWIN DAUGHERTY

We’re thrilled to welcome back Master Saxophonist, Mr. Edwin Daugherty!

Reserve your table for Tuesday, January 13 to experience this soulful evening of relaxing jazz as you dine on our new menu items and seasonal cocktail creations.

This community-loved experience is sure to fill up quickly; due to demand, please note that reservations are available for 90 minutes per table. 

Edwin will join us again in February as our resident artist, be sure to make reservations in advance!

 

 

BARDAVID PRESENTS:
SEASONAL CAKE DECORATING CLASS 

Make reservations for our upcoming Cake Decorating Class with resident Pastry Chef, Stephanie Bocardo on Wednesday, February 11.

During this delightful afternoon, you’ll receive professional guidance on how to decorate cakes like a pro. Learn new techniques like piping, current trends, and how to add unique elements to make your cakes truly stand out at your next event. Enhance your evening with an optional wine pairing add on, featuring two pre-selected pours. 

CAKE DECORATING CLASS: Wednesday, February 11 | 6PM – 7:30PM
Class Only: $65 | Class + Wine Pairing: $80 | Event Deposit: $25
Please note that reservations must be guaranteed with a deposit.

NEW: SMALL BATCH BOURBON
FIRESIDE OLD FASHIONED

Join us in Hyde Park for a Seasonal Fireside Old Fashioned!

Whether you’re unwinding at the bar or enjoying it alongside your meal, let this extraordinary deal elevate your evening. Featuring a rotating seasonal selection of small batch bourbon, this cozy cocktail is sure to warm you up this season.

FIRESIDE OLD FASHIONED | $16
Available on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5PM – 8PM.

SEASONAL BURGER SPECIAL:
BURGER & DRAFT BEER COMBO

Indulge your cravings with our unbeatable beer and burger special! Enjoy our classic single patty burger topped with aged cheddar and fresh arugula, accompanied by crispy french fries. Pair it with a refreshing pint of our seasonal draft selection! 

AVAILABLE EVERY DAY, FROM 4PM – 6PM:
Burger & Draft Beer Special | $18

MEZZO MONDAYS
DISCOUNTED BOTTLES

Unleash your inner sommelier as you explore our carefully curated regional wine lists, featuring extraordinary bottle selections from the vineyards of Italy, France, and Spain. Enjoy signature savings on any bottle of our red, white, or bubble selections. Terms apply, please see below.

MEZZO MONDAY BOTTLE DISCOUNTS | 4PM – 9PM
Bottles under $60 will receive $15 off.
Bottles over $60 will receive $25 off.

CLASSIC WEDNESDAYS
COCKTAIL PROMOTION

Join us every week for our Classic Wednesday cocktail promotion; stop by anytime on Wednesday during service hours and enjoy premium discounts on a selection of hand-crafted cocktail favorites! Classic Wednesday discounts can be enjoyed at the bar or during standard dining service.

CLASSIC WEDNESDAY COCKTAILS:
Old Fashioned | Manhattan | Martini | Lemon Drop
Cosmopolitan | Margarita | Whiskey Sour

Join us every week for our Classic Wednesday cocktail promotion; stop by anytime on Wednesday during service hours and enjoy premium discounts on a selection of hand-crafted cocktail favorites! Classic Wednesday discounts can be enjoyed at the bar or during standard dining service.

CLASSIC WEDNESDAY COCKTAILS:
Old Fashioned | Manhattan | Martini | Lemon Drop
Cosmopolitan | Margarita | Whiskey Sour

Classic Wednesday Cocktails are $10 each.

FRIDAY FLIGHT NIGHT
BUILD-YOUR-OWN EXPERIENCE

Get a taste of the Mediterranean with our signature Friday Flight Experience. Mix and match any three tasting pours of our regional wine selections for only $18 per flight – every Friday! Flights may be composed of any three wines offered by the glass, including red, white, and select bubbles.

FRIDAY FLIGHT NIGHT: $18
Every Friday | 4PM – 9PM

SEASONAL
S P E C I A L  M E N U S

Our seasonally-inspired specials rotate on a monthly basis, designed to highlight local farmers and vendors throughout the Chicago area.

This curated experience includes a starter, signature entreé, and specialty dessert. Selections available á la carte.

L U N C H

Lunch service features craft salad options, shareable entrées, and a variety of seasonally-inspired bites. In partnership with local vendors, our menus are designed to highlight fresh ingredients that also provide a variety of diet inclusive selections.

 L U N C H   S E R V I C E: 
Monday – Friday  |  11AM – 4PM

D I N N E R

As afternoon transitions to evening, the menu evolves into a sophisticated evening experience; complemented with wines by the glass, craft cocktails, and zero-proof beverage options. Reservations are available and encouraged for dinner service. 

D I N N E R   S E R V I C E: 
Monday – Friday  |  4PM – 9PM

W I N E 

We encourage you to browse our beverage menu which features a regional selection of bespoke wine pairings, available both by the glass and bottle.

Our curated list includes old world selections from Italy, France, and Spain. 

To browse our current wine selections
please click the link below. 


 

PRIVATE EVENTS

BARDAVID is equipped to host a number of special events, tastings, and private dinners in our elevated dining space. Contact us today to learn more about how our sales team can assist you in planning your next event.

CONTACT US

 P H O N E :  773.702.2100     

E M A I L : bardavid@uchicago.edu

 

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