Chief's Pub Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Chief's Pub, a vibrant spot nestled at 502 N Western Ave, Lake Forest, IL. This establishment seamlessly combines the lively atmosphere of a sports bar with the charm of a locally-owned restaurant. Patrons rave about the delicious menu, featuring standout items like Reuben Egg Rolls and classic smash burgers that deliver on flavor and nostalgia.
Customer reviews highlight the incredible service and inviting ambiance, making it an ideal destination for both casual diners and sports enthusiasts. From the rich flavors of steak tacos to the drool-worthy tot nachos, there's something for everyone. The staff is consistently praised for their attentiveness, ensuring that each visit is memorable.
- Signature Dishes: Reuben Egg Rolls, Smash Burgers, Tot Nachos
- Atmosphere: Warm, inviting, with big screens for sports
- Service: Attentive and friendly staff
Overall, Chief's Pub is a must-visit for anyone looking for great food and a lively dining experience!
Appetizers
Rebuen Egg Rolls
Corned beef, Sauerkraut & Swiss cheese, rolled up and pan fried, served with a side of 1000 Island
Tenders
Chicken Tenders, tossed in our homemade beer batter and deep fried
White Cheddar Cheese Curds
1 pound of delicious Wisconsin white cheddar cheese, beer battered and deep fried
Calamari
Perfectly cooked, served with our homemade cocktail sauce
Fire Shrimp
Crispy shrimp coated in our homemade fire sauce
Hummus Plate
Roasted red pepper hummus, pita chips & veggies
Oven Baked Pretzel
Served with homemade Queso & Spicy mustard
Mac N' Cheese Bites
Mac and Cheese wedges, beer battered and deep fried
Quesadillas
Mozzarella melted between flour, wheat or spinach tortilla, loaded with your choice of Chicken or Beef 2, Steak, Pot Roast or BBQ Pulled Pork 3
Nacho Chips or Nacho Fries
Homemade Queso, lettuce, tomatoes, jalapenos and topped with jalapeno aioli. Guacamole 1, Chicken or Beef 2, Steak, Pot Roast or BBQ Pulled Pork 3
6 Piece Chicken Wings
Traditional or Boneless, BBQ, Buffalo, Sweet Teriyaki, Kickin’ Bourbon BBQ, Garlic Parmesan, Mango Habanero & Old Bay Dry Rub
12 Piece Chicken Wings
Traditional or Boneless, BBQ, Buffalo, Sweet Teriyaki, Kickin’ Bourbon BBQ, Garlic Parmesan, Mango Habanero & Old Bay Dry Rub
12" Pizza
Additional Toppings 1.75
14" Pizza
Additional Toppings 2.00
16" Pizza
Additional Toppings 2.25
Pizza
Tacos
Chicken or Beef
3 Delicious tacos topped with chopped cilantro & onions, served with Mexican rice and homemade Mexican Salad. Your choice of hard or soft shell, corn or flour tortilla.
Steak, Pork or Cod Tacos
3 Delicious tacos topped with chopped cilantro & onions, served with Mexican rice and homemade Mexican Salad. Your choice of hard or soft shell, corn or flour tortilla.
Fire Shrimp Tacos
Crispy shrimp, topped with homemade Pico de Gallo, freshly shredded cabbage and topped with Chief’s Fire Sauce
Shrimp Tacos
Perfectly cooked shrimp, topped with freshly made Pico de Gallo, shredded cabbage, cilantro lime sauce and avocados
Kale Salad
Fresh kale dressed with mixed greens, sliced avocado, quinoa and roasted vegetables
Lake Forest Salad
Romaine lettuce topped with dried cranberries, almonds, freshly sliced red apple & bleu cheese crumbles
Bleu Cheese Steak Salad
Mixed lettuce topped with shaved carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, flame grilled steak and melted bleu cheese crumbles
Cobb Salad
Freshly cut romaine lettuce topped with tomatoes, sliced hard-boiled egg, sliced avocado, chopped bacon & bleu cheese crumbles
Southwest Salad
Mixed lettuce topped with tomatoes, sliced avocado, cheddar cheese, corn, black beans & crispy tortilla chips
Taco Salad
Mixed lettuce topped with tomatoes, cheddar cheese, black olives, homemade salsa & taco seasoned ground beef, served in our homemade taco shell
Caesar Salad
Freshly cut romaine lettuce tossed in parmesan cheese and Caesar dressing topped with croutons
Chief's House Salad
Mixed lettuce topped with tomatoes, shaved carrots and sliced cucumber – Small 8.50 Side 4.50
Chicken or Tuna Salad Wrap
Your choice of freshly made chicken or tuna salad wrapped with chopped lettuce and tomatoes
Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Buffalo style flame grilled or crispy chicken wrapped with freshly chopped lettuce and tomatoes
BBQ Chicken Wrap
Flame grilled or crispy BBQ chicken wrapped with chopped lettuce and tomatoes
Southwest Salad Wrap
Flame grilled or Crispy chicken wrapped with chopped lettuce, tomato, corn, black beans and tossed in homemade spicy ranch
Chicken Ranch Wrap
Flamed grilled or Crispy chicken wrapped with lettuce, tomatoes and tossed in ranch
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Just like the salad but wrapped
Salads & Wraps
Burgers
Probie Burger
Build your own burger
Box Alarm Burger
Topped with smoked gouda cheese, Canadian bacon and our homemade BBQ Aioli
2 Alarm Burger
Gruyere cheese, Canadian bacon & a fried egg
3 Alarm Burger
Pepper jack cheese, Cajun seasoning, fresh jalapenos and topped with a jalapeno Aioli
4 Alarm Burger
Canadian bacon, chipotle mayo and white cheddar cheese curds
The Scout Burger
This burger is dedicated to The Scouts. Swiss cheese, smoked gouda, cheddar cheese, chipotle mayo and topped with coleslaw
The Foresters Burger
Dedicated to our Lake Forest College Foresters. Swiss cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, freshly sliced avocado & a fried egg
The Beyond Burger
Delicious veggie burger made completely of plants, 100% Vegan!
Patty Melt
Topped with Swiss cheese and grilled onions, served on parmesan crusted rye bread
Classic BLT
Turkey Club
3 huge layers of freshly sliced deli turkey meat, lettuce, tomato & bacon, served on your choice of toasted bread
Tuna or Chicken Salad
Chief’s Pub homemade Tuna Salad or Chicken Salad, served with lettuce & tomato.
BBQ Pulled Pork
Slow cooked pulled pork doused in BBQ sauce and served on a toasted German pretzel bun
Meatball Sub
Our homemade meatballs served on a French sub roll and topped with Marinara. Add melted mozzarella for 1, add giardiniera for .75
The Reuben
Sliced corned beef, melted Swiss cheese, fresh sauerkraut & thousand island dressing, served on parmesan crusted rye bread
Steak Sandwich
Marinated 8oz New York strip steak, served on French bread and topped with melted Swiss, lettuce, tomato & fried onion straws
Italian Beef
Sliced Italian style Bari Beef, served on French breadAdd melted mozzarella for 1, giardiniera for .75
Chief's Grilled Cheese
Gruyere, Smoked Gouda, tomato & bacon, served on toasted sourdough
Chicken Sandwich
Locally sourced grilled or crispy chicken, topped with lettuce, tomato, and onion, served on a German pretzel bun
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Your choice of grilled or crispy chicken, tossed in buffalo sauce and topped with pepper jack cheese, served on a German pretzel bun
Caprese Chicken Sandwich
Flame grilled chicken breast, sliced tomato, fresh mozzarella topped with balsamic glaze, served on a German pretzel bun
BBQ Chicken Boomer
Your choice of flame grilled or crispy chicken, topped with BBQ sauce, Canadian bacon and melted Swiss cheese, served on a German pretzel bun
Sandwiches
Entrees
Baked Cod Dinner
Fresh Cod baked to perfection, served with a side of sauteed vegetables and potato wedges
Fish N' Chips
Fresh Cod, beer battered and deep fried, served with French fries, coleslaw and a pickle
Flame Grilled Salmon
Flame grilled salmon, served with sauteed vegetables and a baked potato
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Perfectly cooked linguini, topped with meatballs and spaghetti sauce, served with homemade garlic bread
Four Cheese Ravioli
Delicious four cheese ravioli, perfectly cooked and topped with our homemade pasta sauce and freshly chopped basil. Served with homemade garlic bread.
Grilled Cheese
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Chicken Tenders with Fries
Buttered Noddles
Mac N' Cheese
Hot Dog
Pizza
Cheese, Pepperoni or Sausage