Resi's Bierstube
German restaurant · North Center ·
Traditional German tavern with beer garden, schnitzel & brews
Traditional German tavern with beer garden, schnitzel & brews
"Resi's isn't trying to look old, it is old. This 50-year-old bierstube has the wood-clad walls, display of beer steins, and drop-ceiling to conjure vivid images of nights in the Northwoods. The bartender will tell you that things haven’t changed much decor-wise, and that the laminated menu is from 1983, not 1993. Resi’s is the type of place where it's completely appropriate to watch football while clonking around in ski boots with a tray of pretzels and chili, both of which are on the menu." - nick allen
"Resi's isn't trying to look old, it is old. This 50-year-old bierstube has the wood-clad walls, display of beer steins, and drop-ceiling to conjure vivid images of nights in the Northwoods. The bartender will tell you that things haven’t changed much decor-wise, and that the laminated menu is from 1983, not 1993. Resi’s is the type of place where it's completely appropriate to watch football while clonking around in ski boots with a tray of pretzels and chili, both of which are on the menu." - nick allen
"While Laschet's is a full-blown restaurant, expect the personality of a low-key neighborhood bar with the menu of a really solid German restaurant at Resi’s Bierstube, across the street. The wood-clad walls, old photographs, and single string of colorful Christmas lights make the tavern feel like an ‘80s-era basement in Wisconsin—the kind where it would be completely appropriate to wear ski boots and clunk around with a tray of pretzels and chili (both of which are on the menu). But we like bringing a group of friends who want to down cold German beer and big portions of sausages and crispy pork schnitzel on the patio, with no snow in sight." - nick allen, john ringor, veda kilaru
"Expect the personality of a low-key neighborhood bar with the menu of a really solid German restaurant at Resi’s Bierstube. This North Center tavern feels like hanging out in an ‘80s-era Wisconsin basement, with wood-clad walls, old photographs, and a single string of colorful Christmas lights. You know, the type of place where it would be completely appropriate to watch football while clonking around in ski boots with a tray of pretzels and chili, both of which are on the menu. But as much as we like holing up in the cozy space, we like bringing a group of friends who want to down cold German beer and big portions of crispy pork on Resi's patio even more. Food Rundown Bavarian Pretzel The pretzel is the first thing you see on the menu, and it’s a just-fine option if you don’t want to commit to a whole meal. Skip the cheese it comes with, but don’t neglect the Düsseldorf mustard. photo credit: Veda Kilaru Wurstplate If all the sausages—bratwurst, thüringer, and knackwurst—sound good to you, order this, and you can mix and match for an order of four or eight. It also comes with pickles, hearty brown bread, and horseradish and mustard that clear our sinuses. photo credit: Veda Kilaru Pork Schnitzel This is a pretty straightforward, to-the-point schnitzel. It’s big, pounded thin, and served with a few sides. Opt in for the buttery, chewy spätzle for a small upcharge, and consider getting the rich and bacon-y jäger sauce on the side. Even if you’re a very slow eater, the meat will stay crispy till the last bite. photo credit: Veda Kilaru" - Veda Kilaru
"Lincoln Square has traditionally been the home of Chicago’s German enclave, and Resi’s is among the neighborhood’s better restaurants, with a charming beer list. Treat yourself to schnitzel and brat and enjoy the ambiance." - Ashok Selvam
