BARDAVID

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

Nestled into the David Rubenstein Forum; BARDAVID offers a sophisticated dining experience, serving an exclusively curated wine list and handcrafted cocktail program, with a menu featuring rotating mediterranean-influenced cuisine.

SAVE THE DATE: OPEN FOR PARENT’S WEEKEND
We will be open for dinner service on Saturday, October 26 from 4PM – 9PM.

‘SOMETHING LOVELY’
LUX LISTENING EXPERIENCE

Lux Listenings will join us again for another evening of specially curated mixes as guests dine with us on the historic Midway Plaisance. This seated listening experience highlights the unique melodies of classic hip hop and jazz, served alongside our weekly ‘Classic Wednesday’ promotion.

Wednesday, October 9 | 5PM – 8PM
Reservations are encouraged.

SEASONAL
P R I X   F I X E   D I N I N G

Our seasonally-inspired prix fixe menu rotates on a monthly basis, designed to highlight local farmers and vendors throughout the Chicago area. This curated, three course experience includes a starter, signature entreé, and specialty dessert. Selections available á la carte.

Prix Fixe dining is currently priced at $42 per person.
Click below to browse the current menu.

Classic Wednesday Cocktails are $10 each.

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

TASTE OF SUMMER
R O S É   T R I O   F L I G H T

Set your sights on summer and refresh yourself with our signature trio of Rosé wine selections. Enjoy two ounces of three signature pours, available all month long on the Midway Plaisance for only $20 per flight. 

ROSÉ FLIGHT SELECTIONS:
Cantine Barbera La Bambina, Nero d’Avola Rosé | Brook’s, Pinot Noir Rosé
Nicolas Millet, Sancerre Rosé Le Crot à L’âne

COCKTAIL OF THE MONTH

In celebration of Caribbean Heritage Month, we’ve crafted a tropic-inspired cocktail of the month: The Atlantic Hurricane. Enjoy a fruit-forward beverage experience, crafted with Plantation pineapple rum, Bacardi white rum, and tropical fruit.

THE ATLANTIC HURRICANE | $15
Plantation Pineapple Rum, Bacardi White Rum, Pineapple juice, Passionfruit syrup, Lime juice, and Cherry simple syrup.

P A T I O   S E R V I C E

Gather with your friends and colleagues on our foliage-lined space, located alongside the historic Midway Plaisance.

Enjoy all of our seasonal menu selections, in addition to hand crafted cocktails and beverage specials, as you immersive yourself in the natural landscape and university architecture. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: 
Patio seating operates on a first-come, first-served basis

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 through Friday, beginning at 11 AM to 4 PM

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 through Friday, beginning at 4 PM to 9 PM

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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