Bellwether Meeting House & Eatery Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Bellwether Meeting House & Eatery, a vibrant New American eatery in the heart of Chicago, where culinary creativity meets comforting classics. The menu features an array of mouthwatering options, from starters like their Spinach Artichoke Dip and Tempura Asparagus to indulgent flatbreads such as the Buffalo Chicken and Chorizo. Vegetarians will rejoice at the selection of dishes catering to every palate.
Highlighting local flavors, the burgers, including the famed Stella Burger, promise a satisfying bite with crispy fries by the side. The atmosphere buzzes with energy, ideal for lively dinners or late-night outings, enhanced by weekly happy hours and a full bar.
With attentive service and a commitment to quality, Bellwether is perfect for groups, making it a must-visit destination for food lovers seeking a taste of Chicago.
Starters
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Sautéed Spinach | Artichoke Hearts | Mornay Sauce | Parmesan | Grilled Pita
Fried Zucchini Chips
Panko & Parmesan Crusted Zucchini | Sriracha Yogurt Sauce
Wings
BBQ, Buffalo, or Grecian | Celery | Carrots | Ranch or Bleu Cheese
Buffalo Spring Rolls (5)
Chicken | Mozzarella | Chipotle Aioli
Tempura Asparagus & Prosciutto*
Tempura Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus | Chipotle Aioli
Lamb Chop Lollipop*
5 Grilled Lamb Chops | Roasted Grape Tomato and Feta Salad | Tzatziki
Oysters*
Half Dozen | Citrus Mignonette
Oysters Bellwether*
Spinach | Shallot | Garlic | Applewood Smoked Bacon | Hollandaise | Parmesan | Toasted Brioche
Shrimp Cocktail*
Half Dozen Jumbo Shrimp | Cocktail Sauce
Ceviche*
Shrimp | Red Snapper | Mango Pico de Gallo | Avocado | Cilantro | Tortilla Chips
Mussels*
Garlic | Shallot | Beurre Blanc | Fries
Calamari*
Fried | Marinara | Lemon
Grilled Calamari*
Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce | Marinara
Grilled Octopus*
Grilled Spanish Octopus | Roasted Garlic Sautéed Onions | Herbed Potatoes | Balsamic Reduction
Charred Brussel Sprouts
Bacon Lardones | Balsamic Reduction
Short Rib Poutine
Tator Tots, House or Sweet Potato Fries | Braised Short Rib | Cheese Curds | Bacon | Beef Gravy
Southwest
Romaine | Roasted Corn | Red Pepper | Black Beans | Tomato | Pepper Jack | Tortilla Strips | Spicy Avocado Dressing
Bellwether
Romaine | Tomato | Cucumber | Egg | Bacon | Hearts of Palm | Bleu Cheese Crumble | Ranch Dressing
Beet
Arugula | Pistachio | Goat Cheese | Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
Wedge
Iceberg | Bleu Cheese Crumble | Tomato | Bacon | Bleu Cheese Dressing
Kale
Orange and Grapefruit | Parmesan | Pecan | Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing
Caesar
Romaine | Fried Onion | Parmesan | Croutons | Caesar Dressing
Greek
Romaine | Tomato | Cucumber | Olives | Carrots | Feta | Pepperoncini | Balsamic Dressing
Spinach
Avocado | Strawberries | Goat Cheese | Candied Walnuts | Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing
Seared Ahi*
Mixed Greens | Pickled Red Onion | Carrot | Cucumber | Avocado | Honey Ginger Dressing
Greens
Flatbreads
Margherita
Spicy Marinara | Heirloom Tomato | Fresh Mozzarella
Chorizo
Spicy Chorizo | Caramelized Onion | Spicy Marinara | Sun-dried Tomato | Mozzarella | Goat Cheese
Veggie
Hummus | Asparagus | Zucchini | Shiitake | Pepper | Caramelized Onion | Sun-dried Tomato | Mozzarella | Goat Cheese | Parmesan
Buffalo Chicken
Pickled Red Onion | Jalapeños | Pepper Jack Cheese | Buffalo Aioli | Mozzarella | Pickled Cilantro
Steak*
Kalamata Hummus Spread | Charred Cherry Tomatoes | Sliced NY Strip | Mozzarella | Picked Cilantro | Chimichurri Drizzle
Prosciutto*
Herbed Goat Cheese Spread | Caramelized Red Onion | Arugula | Prosciutto | Mozzarella | Balsamic Reduction
Beef Tenderloin*
Pickled Red Onion | Béarnaise Sauce | Truffle Fries
Beef*
Angus Beef | Lettuce | Tomato | Pickle | Onion | Cheddar Cheese
Black Bean
Bell Pepper | Shallot | Cilantro | Roasted Corn | Avocado | Chipotle Aioli
Pulled Pork
Smoked Pork Shoulder | Chipotle BBQ | Creamy Scallion Slaw
Sliders
Tacos
Shrimp*
Garlic Chipotle | Jalapeño | Pineapple Salsa | Scallion & Cabbage Slaw | Salsa Verde
Fish*
Beer Battered or Blackened Cod | Scallion & Cabbage Slaw | Cilantro Lime Crema | Salsa Verde
Chicken
Blackened Chicken | Cilantro Lime Slaw | Avocado | Cilantro Lime Crema | Salsa Verde
Lump Lobster
Lump Lobster | Chili Lime Slaw | Avocado Crema | Salsa Verde
Ahi Tuna*
Raw Ahi Tuna | Slaw | Toasted Séaseme Seed | Avocado | Mango | Wasabi Crema | Salsa Verde
Smoked Carnitas
Smoked Pork | Smoked Corn Pico de Gallo | Guajillo Sauce | Cabbage & Scallion Slaw | Salsa Roja
BLT
Applewood Smoked Bacon | Gouda | Avocado | Sriracha Aioli | Fried Egg | Texas Toast
Chicken & Waffle Sandwich
Fried Chicken Breast | Smoked Gouda | Bacon | Bourbon Maple Syrup | Waffle Bun | Tator Tots
Steak Sandwich*
Shaved NY Strip | Caramelized Onion | Sautéed Shiitake | Gruyere | Arugula | Balsamic Reduction | Whipped Chimichurri Butter | Baguette
Fish Sandwich
Beer Battered Cod | Spicy Remoulade | Creamy Coleslaw | Toasted Brioche
Veggie Wrap
Garlic Hummus | Cilantro Rice | Roasted Pepper | Grilled Zucchini | Julienne Carrots | Avocado
Chicken Club
Grilled Chicken | Lettuce | Tomato | Avocado | Gouda | Onion | Chipotle Aioli | Bacon | Brioche
Lobster Roll
Lump Lobster | Chopped Celery | Green Onion | Red Pepper | Basil Aioli | Toasted New England Roll | House Chips
Handhelds
Burgers
Lamb*
Caramelized Onion | Feta | Harissa Aioli
Jalapeño*
Angus Beef | Roasted Jalapeño | Bacon | Cheddar | Jalapeño Aioli
Chef's*
Angus Beef | Applewood Smoked Bacon | Sautéed Shiitake Mushrooms | Gruyere Cheese | Garlic Aioli
Stella*
Angus Beef | Applewood Smoked Bacon | Crispy Onion Straws | Stella Beer Cheese | Fried Egg | Chipotle Aioli
BBQ*
Angus Beef | Braised Pork Shoulder | Applewood Smoked Bacon | Bourbon BBQ
Cheddar*
Angus Beef | Lettuce | Tomato | Onion | Pickle | Cheddar
Bleu Cheese*
Angus Beef | Caramelized Onion | Bacon | Bleu Cheese Crumble
Mac & Cheese
Rotini | Five Cheese | Cream | Crushed Toasted Goldfish Crackers
Seafood Pasta*
Jumbo Shrimp | Mussels | Broccoli | Garlic Cream Sauce
Lobster Ravioli
Lump Lobster | Chiffonade Basil | Tomato & Basil Cream Sauce
Lobster Mac & Cheese
Rotini | Five Cheese | Lump Lobster | Crushed Toasted Goldfish
Spinach & Sun-Dried Rotini
Sautéed Spinach | Sun-Dried Tomatoes | Garlic Cream Sauce
Shrimp Scampi*
Jumbo Garlic Shrimp | Sun-Dried Tomato | Shallot | Spaghetti | Garlic Butter Sauce
Pastas
Land
Rack of Lamb*
Herb Roasted Red Potato | Pearl Onion | Balsamic Reduction
NY Strip*
Asparagus | Roasted Garlic Mashed Potato
Filet*
Red Wine Mushroom Reduction | Roasted Garlic Mash | Piquillo Pepper Puree
Stuffed Chicken Breast
Spinach | Fennel | Feta | Shiitake Risotto
Chicken Pot Pie
Baby Carrots | Peas | Celery | Onion | Puff Pastry
Braised Short Rib
Rosemary Braised Short Rib | Creamy yellow Polenta | Sautéed Green Beans | Red Wine Mushroom Veal Jus
Chilean Sea Bass*
8oz Filet | Saffron Asparagus Risotto | Lemon Caper Sauce
Salmon*
Sautéed Kale | Carrot Puree | Pine Nuts
Fish & Chips
Beer Battered Cod | Spicy Remoulade | Creamy Coleslaw | House Fries
Seared Scallops*
4 U10 Scallops | Parsnip & Potato Puree | Greens | Garlic Lemon & Caper Sauce
Surf & Turf for Two
10 oz Filet | 4 Jumbo Shrimp | 2 U10 Scallops | Asparagus | Mashed Potatoes | Brown Butter Garlic Sauce