Restaurant Review: Give unto others as they give to you at West Rogers Park’s Greenhouse Inn
“How blessed Misericordia’s residents are to know that you…believe in their right to a good life. How blessed we are to claim you as members of our Community – our Family.
Lovingly,
Sister Rosemary Connelly, RSM,” From an annual report letter
Sister Rosemary founded Misericordia with a simple philosophy… all people have something to give and have talents that can be used for the benefit of society.
With that in mind, one of their innovations is the Greenhouse Inn, a part of Misericordia’s services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This full-service American diner features servers and cooks trained and employed by Misericordia, and you’ll never find bigger smiles or more attentive service anywhere.
Misericordia’s Greenhouse Inn serves a unique concept in the world of restaurants. This American diner with a classic menu is on the grounds of West Rogers Park’s Misericordia, whose innovative programs and services help more than 600 children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities annually.
Their motto says it all: “Lunch, Brunch & Happiness at Misericordia! “
But most importantly, their food and service are top quality. They offer a wide variety of choices, from their sumptuous salad bar and hot buffet to their grilled sandwiches and homemade desserts from the Hearts & Flour Bakery.
Try their light, fresh Tuna and Chicken Salad Plate, which pairs tuna and chicken salad, served cold, with fresh fruit and assorted crackers. Their Grilled Chicken Caesar has a grilled chicken breast, sliced on a bed of romaine lettuce, with homemade croutons, parmesan cheese, and is served with freshly baked warm bread. Greenhouse Inn’s Taco Salad Bowl has taco meat served in a crisp tortilla bowl with shredded cheese, onions, sour cream, lettuce, guacamole and black olives.
Heartier appetites may enjoy their Reuben Sandwich, with thinly sliced corned beef, sauerkraut, 1000 island dressing, and Swiss cheese on grilled rye, served with French fries. Or, their Spinach & Goat Cheese Omelet served with fresh fruit.
The Greenhouse Inn also serves hot and cold buffets for lunch and brunch. Selections vary by day.
That said, do not leave without a tasty dessert from their bakery!
Their Sour Cream Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cake Slice has a delicious cream cheese frosting, while seasonal favorite Strawberry Shortcake is made with a fresh homemade biscuit and served with whipped cream. Key Lime Square is served with whipped cream, and their Peach Crisp is served with vanilla ice cream.
Recent reviews have been ecstatic:
“Great cause & a great meal! Beautiful buffet for Sunday. Lunch looks fabulous too. Buffet even had brisket & shrimp. Such kind people. I’ll definitely go back.”
“Lovely lunch, turkey club and cobb salad. Excellent food and service!”
Greenhouse Inn is located on Misericordia’s campus, 6300 N. Ridge Avenue. They are open for lunch Tuesday – Friday, 11am –2:30pm, and for Sunday Brunch, 9:30am – 2:30pm. They are closed Mondays and Saturdays. Reservations are recommended for parties of 6 or more, and parking is free. Call 773-273-4182 between 9am and 3pm. For more information, click here.
Alison Moran-Powers and Dean’s Team Chicago
