dove's luncheonette

brought to us by one off hospitality group who also owns the publican, the violet hour and blackbird, you just know you’ll be ingoodhands when dining at dove’s luncheonette. this retro diner, located in wicker park, is serving up some really delicious southern-inspired mexican fare. i loved the low-key retro diner feel of the space with the wood paneled walls and counter-style seating. it’s very cozy!

walked in on a saturday night and had about a twenty minute wait. so we just people watched around wicker park until our table (counter in this case) was ready. the seating is a little different here. most of the seats are counter stools that circle the bar and windows. so you're going to be sitting next to whomever your going with. it's kinda unique and definitely fits the luncheonette diner theme.

most of the food here is mexican or mexican takes on american classic food. for example i got the chicken fried chicken with chorizo gravy. and i was floored at howgoodit was. chicken was super juicy the breading was extra crispy. plus the pearl onions and peas with the gravy took it up a notch as well. easily best chicken fried chicken i've had. i was getting full about half way through so i had to take some of it home just so i could eat it again the next day. my wife got the brisket taco and this brisket was super tender. i'm not kidding when i say it was better than a lot of bbq places i've been too.

there is also a really nice collection of tequilas to choose from. i got a mexican boilermaker that was on special. that's just a shot of tequila and a glass of pacifico beer. if you're thinking about checking this place out and are kinda on the fence because you think it's only diner food, just go and you'll thank me later.

dove’s luncheonette:. counter seating, record player spinning some soul, and comfort food give dove’s luncheonette a real diner feel with welcome additions like a tequila menu.

are you tired of fried chicken yet? if you are this one will have you rethinking your stance. chicken fried chicken: buttermilk fried chicken smothered in chorizo verde gravy with sweet peas and pearl onions. sogoodyou won’t want to share.

i was in need of something to warm me up when the temps dropped last tuesday and the pozole rojo hit the spot. rich broth that is simmered for hours and crunchy fixings create a bowl of deliciousness.

pozole rojo: braised pork shoulder in guajillo chile broth with hominy, avocado, lime, cabbage, cilantro, radish and crispy tortillas.

the tequila cobbler special of the day was heavenly with blueberries, honey, ginger, vermouth and reposado tequila. ¡salud!