Table, Donkey and Stick

Table Donkey and Stick is a neighborhood restaurant in the outskirts of Logan Square. They were recognized by Chicago Magazine as one of the 2013 Best New Restaurants. The seasonal menu was inspired by the owners numerous trips to the Alps, and is based on the mountain cuisines of France, Italy, Switzerland, Austria, Germany and Slovenia. You can also get the mountain feeling with the dark rustic look of the place. We sat out in the amazing backyard patio that has strung patio lights, and feels quite magical in the middle of the city.

The kitchen works with local farmers markets for most of their produce, and whole animals for their meats. They also make the bread and charcuterie in house. The menu is a bit out there though, and I left hoping there could have been a few more "normal" things to order. I could also probably just learn to be more adventurous. That being said, everything we ordered was great - from the house made pretzel with dipping cheese to the burger. Both were so mouthwatering tasty that I even forgot to take a picture before eating, oops. The brunch menu looks delicious too, so I would definitely be interested in coming back for that, and trying more things.

They have some fun events too. The first Sunday of every month there is a guest chef that prepares a special meal. Also, they have Monday Night Specials, that include the kitchen staying open late and offering a selection of $5 kitchen special and 50 cent PBRs. Now that sounds like a good time!

I would definitely recommend coming to this place, preferably in the summer when you can sit out back. The good news is that they take reservations, so you can get a guaranteed table.