River Roast Menu (Update 2025)
River Roast is a top-rated American restaurant located on 315 N La Salle Dr in Chicago, IL. This venue offers a variety of dining experiences, from casual brunch to elegant dinner, with options for Pescatarian, Vegan, and limited Vegetarian diets. The menu boasts dishes like the flavorful roast chicken, juicy steak, and delicious burgers. Customers have praised the generous portion sizes and attentive service, making it a great spot for groups and families. The ambiance includes live music and a picturesque view of the Chicago River, adding to the overall dining experience. Additionally, River Roast offers valet parking, outdoor seating, and happy hour specials. Whether you're looking for a relaxing evening by the water or a lively dining experience, River Roast has something for everyone.
Non Alcoholic Beverages
Rishi Tea
Earl Grey
Soda
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale, Soda Water.
Mac & Cheese
Fontina, Cheddar, Garlic Herb Breadcrumbs
Cauliflower
Chili Crisp, Toasted Almonds, Scallions
Baked Beans
Baked beans with smoked pork
Broccoli
Lemon, parmesan
Croquettes
Deep fried potato and bacon croquettes. Per order
Grits
Stone Ground, Black Pepper Pecorino
Mac And Cheese
Brussels Sprouts
Apple Vinaigrette, Crispy Prosciutto, Dried Cherries
Collard Greens
Pork, Smoked Maldon Salt
Carrots And Dirt
Baby Carrots, Pumpernickel, Black Garlic, Goat Cheese, Aged Balsamic
Sweet Potato Mash
Toasted Marshmellow, Candied Pecan
Mushrooms
Fine Herbs
Broccolini
Charred, Cured Lemon, Chili
Street Corn
Lime crema, Tajin, Cilantro
Pasta Salad
Sundried tomatoes, red onion, roasted red pepper, basil pesto, olives
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Nueske Ham and Pickled Shallots
Roast Beets
Avocado, Pistachio, Pickled Peppers, Scallions
Charred Green Beans
Smoked Tomato, Prosciutto Vinaigrette, Crispy Shallots
RR Potatoes
Crispy Fried, Red Wine Vinaigrette
Sugar Snap Peas
Ramp pesto, shaved radish, mint
Hand Cut Fries
Sea salt, garlic aioli.
Sides
Cocktail Kits
Escape (The Pina Colada Song)
Bottle of Rum, Coconut Milk, Pineapple Juice
Baileys And Coffee
One bottle of Baileys and lb of freshly ground coffee beans
Moscow Mule
Bottle of Vodka, cans Barrett's Ginger Beer, fresh limes
The Snoop Dogg
Bottle of Beefeater Gin & Pineapple Juice
Bloody Mary
Bottle of Titos Vodka. House made Bloody Mary mix. DIY skewers (calabrese, dill Harvarti, Pepperoncini)
The Don Draper
Bottle of house made Old Fashioned, Fresh Orange
Arugula Salad
Arugula, Roast Butternut Squash, Golden Raisins, Toasted Pepitas, Vanilla Bean Vinaigrette
Kale And Cauliflower Salad
Hen of the Woods Mushrooms, Roasted Cauliflower, Almonds, Pecorino, Black Garlic Dressing
CBR Salad
Cheddar, Bacon, Ranch, Corn, Tomatoes, Radish, Chopped Romaine
Cauliflower Salad
Mixed Greens, Toasted Walnuts, Fried Cauliflower, Parmesan, Black Garlic Vinaigrette
Crispy Chicken Salad
Romaine, Cheddar Cheese, Tomato, Radish, Red Onion, Corn with Ranch Dressing and topped with Crispy Fried Chicken
Heirloom Tomato Salad
Mint Chutney, Arugula, Pistachio Crumb
Shaved Salad
Arugula, Asparagus, Fennel, Radish, Carrot, Snap Peas, Chervil, Orange, Creamy Citrus Vinaigrette
Baby Kale Caesar
Baby Black Kale, Brioche Garlic Croutons, Shaved Parmesan, House Creamy Caesar Dressing
BLT Wedge
Baby iceberg, confit tomato, pickled red onion, bacon, blue cheese dressing.
Beet Salad
Roasted Beets over Mixed Greens, Candied Pistachios, Goat Cheese, and a Citrus Champagne Vinaigrette
RR Chopped
Romaine, Feta Cheese, Roasted Pepper Onion Relish, Olive, Tomato, Red Wine Vinaigrette
House Salad
Mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, red wine vinaigrette.
Pear Salad
Mixed greens, candied walnuts, pears, blue cheese crumbles, sweet balsamic vinaigrette.
Salads
Beer
Half Acre Tome Hazy Pale Ale ( Pack)
Metropolitan Krankshaft pack
Around The Bend Vera Pistachio Cream Ale oz ( Pack)
Miller High Life oz ( Pack)
Stella Artois oz ( Pack)
Very Very Far pck
Hamburger
Grilled Cheese
Pasta
With red sauce or butter
Cheeseburger
Kids Menu
Burgers
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Sriracha Pickle, Spicy Remoulade, Butter Lettuce
Lobster Burger
Smashed Avocado, Bibb Lettuce, Tomato, Brioche Bun
Boar Sloppy Joe
Wild Boar, Brown Sugar, Onions, Pickles, Yellow Mustard
Pub Burger
Double Patties, Caramelized Onion, Local Blue Cheese, Arugula, Steak Sauce, Brioche
RR Burger
Double Patties, Caramelized Onion, Bibb Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles, American Cheese, Island
Ruben Sandwich
Corned Beef, Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut,Thousand Island Dressing, Marbled Rye
Beet Salad
Mixed greens, roasted beets, candied pistachio, goat cheese, citrus champagne vinaigrette.
Smokehouse Chili
Smoked Striploin, Kidney Beans, Diced Tomato, Poblano, Sour Cream, Cheddar, Chives
Cauliflower Salad
Mixed Greens, Toasted Walnuts, Fried Cauliflower, Parmesan, Black Garlic Vinaigrette
Golden Gobbets
Seasoned fried chicken, honey.
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Certified Vegan. Certified gluten free. No preservatives. Non-GMO Project verified.
Steak Sandwich
NY strip steak, truffle aioli, caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato, Swiss, French roll.
Pork Belly Bites
Jalapeno jelly, pickled fresno, cilantro.
Pork Tenderloin
Brined pork tenderloin with house sauerkraut, pickled apples, and apple nage.
Burrata
Burrata with pomegranate vinaigrette, Prosciutto di Parma, apple butter, and grilled sourdough.
Shrimp And Crab Toast
Avocado, shrimp mousse, brioche.
Mushroom Pot Pie
House cream of mushroom, roasted cremini, shimegi, flaky crust.
RR Burger
Double patties, caramelized onion, bibb lettuce, tomato, pickles, American cheese, island dressing, brioche bun.Department of Public Health advises that consumption of raw or undercooked foods of animal origin, such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, pork, poultry or shellfish, may result in an increased risk of foodborne illness. Individuals with certain underlying health conditions may be at higher risk and should consult their physician or public health official for further information.
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Fried chicken, sriracha pickle, spicy remoulade, butter lettuce, brioche bun.
Meatballs
Ground Pork, Tomato Sauce, Ricotta Gnocchi, Giardiniera
Steak Frites
oz roast beef, hand-cut fries, garlic aioli
CBR Salad
Cheddar, Bacon, Ranch Corn, Tomatoes, Radish and Chopped Romaine
Chicken Pot Pie
Smoked pulled chicken, carrots, peas, flaky crust.
Soup Of The Day
House
Mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, red wine vinaigrette.
RR Chopped Salad
Romaine, feta cheese, roasted pepper onion relish, olives, red wine vinaigrette.
Half Roasted Chicken
Apple wood smoked, RR potatoes.
Grilled Octopus
Piquillo Coulis, Charred Scallions, Cucumber Salad, Basil Oil
Half Branzino
Salsa verde, seasonal vegetables, charred lemon.
Grilled Chicken B.L.T.A
Avocado, heirloom tomato, bib lettuce, herb aioli, sourdough.
Fish Sandwich
Beer Battered and Fried Cod, tartar sauce, bibb lettuce, tomato, brioche hoagie.
Market Lunch
Bowls & Pots
Vegetable Pot Pie
Seasonal Vegetables, Flaky Crust
Chicken Pot Pie
Mushroom, Pea, Pearl Onion, Flaky Crust
Hangover Soup
Pork Shoulder, Dried Chili, Herbs, Hominy, Lime
Cream Of Chicken Soup
Pulled Chicken, Wild Rice, Veggies
Smoked Beef Chili
Fire Roasted Tomatoes, Peppers, Beans, Cheddar Cheese, Scallions
Chocolate Cake
Fudge icing, chocolate sauce w/ shaved white chocolate
Carrot Cake
Carrot and parsnip cake, cream cheese icing, fried carrot shavings, cinnamon & sugar.
Key Lime Pie
Key lime, classic graham cracker crust, torched meringue.
Dessert
Roasts
Prime Rib
oz . Au Jus, horseradish cream
Smoked Pork Tenderloin
smoked pork tenderloins with apple mostarda
Stuffed Poblano
Black Bean and Corn Stuffed, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Spicy Avocado Puree
Whole Fish
Fire Roasted, Salsa Verde, Tomatoes & Herbs
Short Rib
oz smoked and braised beef shortrib, pickled pepper relish, white corn grits, Red Eye BBQ sauce
Roast Beef
oz. Local, Slow & Tender
Pork Porterhouse
Cider Brined and Apple Wood Smoked, House Sauerkraut, Pickled Apples, Apple Nage
oz Porterhousee
served with porcini butter
Roasted Delicatta Squash
Wild Rice, Cranberry & Apple Stuffing, Butternut Squash Puree, Seasonal Vegetables, Sage Vinaigrette
"Roast Of The Month" Smoked Turkey Leg
Yogurt Marinated, Spicy Nduja Tomato Braised, Garam Masala, Herb-Onion Salad, Mint Chutney
Fish Fry (oz)
Battered and Fried Cod, Hand-Cut Fries, House Pickles,Remoulade
Pork Shank
Braised Pork Shank, Stewed Lentils and Cabbage
Beef Pot Roast
Root Vegetables, Pearl Onions, White Corn Grits
Roasted Squash
Roasted Squash with Wild Rice, Cranberry, and Apple Stuffing, Butternut Puree, Seasonal Vegetables, Sage Vinaigrette
St. Louis Style Spare Rib
full slab of spare ribs
Roasted Chicken
Whole, Apple Wood Smoked, RR Potatoes
Coq Au Vin
Red Wine Braised Chicken, Bacon Lardons, Mushrooms, Pearl Onions, Fingerling Potato
Korean Short Ribs
soy ginger marinated beef short ribs
Berkshire Pork Chop
oz. Berkshire pork chop
Vidalia Onion
Red Quinoa Stuffing, Roasted Garlic Hummus, Seasonal Veggies
Half Pork Shank
Cured and Braised Pork Shank, Cider Braised Collard Greens
Half Roasted Chicken
Apple wood smoked, RR potatoes.
oz Roast Ny Strip
oz NY strip with red wine Bordelaise sauce.
Grilled Pork Porterhouse
Tender, brined pork porterhouse with house sauerkraut and apple nage.
Half Roasted Branzino
Salsa verde, seasonal vegetables, charred lemon.
Oz NY Strip
Generous oz NY strip with red wine Bordelaise sauce.
Whole Roasted Branzino
Salsa verde, seasonal vegetables, charred lemon.
Pork Tenderloin
Cider brined & apple wood smoked, house sauerkraut, pickled apples, apple nage.Department of Public Health advises that consumption of raw or undercooked foods of animal origin, such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, pork, poultry or shellfish, may result in an increased risk of foodborne illness. Individuals with certain underlying health conditions may be at higher risk and should consult their physician or public health official for further information.
Pork Schnitzel
Brined pork loin with grilled cucumber salad and apple butter.
Whole Roasted Chicken
Apple wood smoked, RR potatoes.
Roasted Delicata Squash
Delicata squash with wild rice, cranberry and apple stuffing, butternut squash puree, seasonal vegetables, and sage vinaigrette.
Pinot Noir
Bottle of Wine
Bites & Boards
Mussels
Tomato, Bacon, Calabrian Chili, Grilled Sour Dough Bread
Blistered Shishito Peppers
Harissa, Lemon Yogurt
Grilled Octopus
Cucumber, Knob Onion, Sweet Pepper
House Pickles
Seasonal Jar
Pork Belly Bites
Fried Pork Belly, Jalapeno Jelly, Pickled Fresno, Cilantro
Tomato Soup
Chicken stock with puree tomatoes and brioche croutons (oz)
Shrimp And Crab Toast
Avocado, Shrimp Mousse, Fried Brioche
Smokehouse Chili
Smoked Strip Loin, Tomato, Poblano, Kidney Bean, Sour Cream, Cheddar
Golden Gobbets
Seasoned Fried Chicken, Honey
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Parmesan Crust, Grilled Sourdough
Cheese
Chef's Selection of Artisan Cheeses with Honeycomb, Fruit Preserves, Toasted Sourdough
Mushroom Toast
Roasted Shimeji Mushrooms, Scallions, Herb Aioli
Meatballs
Arrabbiata, Ricotta Gnocchi, Giardiniera
Charcuterie
Chef's Selection of Local & Housemade Charcuterie, Pickles, Fruit Preserves, Mustard, Toasted Sourdough.
Burrata
Melon, Prosciutto, Watercress
Shrimp & Crab Toast
Avocado, shrimp mousse, brioche.
Grilled Chicken B.L.T.A
Avocado, heirloom tomato, bibb lettuce, herb aioli, grilled chicken, sourdough.
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Crispy chicken breast, sriracha pickle, spicy remoulade, butter lettuce on a brioche bun.
Lucy Mushroom
Mushroom duxelles, swiss, and white cheddar stuffed beef patty, bibb lettuce, A aioli, pickles, brioche bun.
Steak Sandwich
Shaved NY Strip, truffle aioli, caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato, Swiss cheese.
RR Burger
Double patties, caramelized onion, bibb lettuce, tomato, pickles, American cheese, island dressing, brioche bun.Department of Public Health advises that consumption of raw or undercooked foods of animal origin, such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, pork, poultry or shellfish, may result in an increased risk of foodborne illness. Individuals with certain underlying health conditions may be at higher risk and should consult their physician or public health official for further information.
Veggie Burger
Black bean & farro patty, bibb lettuce, red onion, tomato, chipotle aioli, brioche bun.Department of Public Health advises that consumption of raw or undercooked foods of animal origin, such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, pork, poultry or shellfish, may result in an increased risk of foodborne illness. Individuals with certain underlying health conditions may be at higher risk and should consult their physician or public health official for further information.