The Coach House

4.7

35 Reviews

$50 and over

South Indian

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Innovative
Hot spot
Neighborhood gem

Coach House, 2x James Beard Award and Jean Banchet Award-nominated Chef Zubair's Mohajir’s latest venture, is a Tasting Menu experience featuring a heavy dose of South Indian flavors whilst avoiding direct tradition. Coach House is located in the rear of Lilac Tiger's street food location, on Division St.

Our 7-course Tasting Menu rotates seasonally, and is featured on Friday and Saturday nights at 5:45pm and 8:30pm; this experience gives insight into the culinary traditions that Chef Zubair was raised with, reimagined through a modern lens.

Your experience can be supplemented with one of our thoughtfully-curated wine and cocktail pairings, or you and your guests can select your sipper from our worldly wine list, elegant cocktails, and vibrant and non-alcoholic signature drinks.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
South Indian
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 5:45 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(312) 722-6911
Website
https://www.coachhousechi.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1742 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622-3229
Neighborhood
Bucktown / Wicker Park
Parking details
None

Experiences

7 Course Tasting Menu | Table
$50.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
The total for the pre-fix menu is $135 a guest. Your $50 deposit will be applied to your final bill. If your reservation is canceled within less than 24 hours of your reservation it will become non-refundable. In this 7-course tasting menu experience, curated by James Beard Award-nominated Chef Zubair Mohajir, you will be taken through Chef's food memories of his home in Chennai, Tamil Nadu while also exploring the South Asian subcontinent. The Coach House experience honors age-old traditions while pushing the boundaries of South Asian cuisine. No modifications allowed. Please only let us know of any dietary restrictions and allergies to note. We look forward to serving you.
7 Course Tasting Menu | Chef's Counter
$50.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
The total for the pre-fix menu is $160 a guest. Your $50 deposit will be applied to your final bill. If your reservation is canceled within less than 24 hours of your reservation it will become non-refundable. In this 7-course tasting menu experience, curated by James Beard Award-nominated Chef Zubair Mohajir, you will be taken through Chef's food memories of his home in Chennai, Tamil Nadu while also exploring the South Asian subcontinent. The Coach House experience honors age-old traditions while pushing the boundaries of South Asian cuisine. No modifications allowed. Please only let us know of any dietary restrictions and allergies to note. We look forward to serving you.
4-Course New Year's Eve Tasting Menu
$50.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Your $50 deposit goes towards your $120 dining experience. Join us at Coach House and Lilac Tiger for The Dinner Before The Party, an opportunity to experience a curated dinner by our multi-James Beard Award-nominated restaurant and Chef. There's never enough food at those New Years Eve parties, so this 4-course tasting menu is the perfect solution to enjoy a truly special experience prior to ringing in 2025. Chefs Zubair Mohajir and Jacob dela Cruz will be curating this one-night-only menu that is sure to bring the perfect close to 2024. We hope you celebrate with us.

What 35 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Coach House offers a unique dining experience with a focus on creative and delicious flavors inspired by global cuisines, particularly Filipino and Indian. Guests rave about the "phenomenal hospitality" and "impeccable service." Chef Jacob's innovative dishes and storytelling add a personal touch, making it a highly recommended culinary adventure. Despite some comments on portion sizes, the overall experience is "unforgettable."

35 Reviews

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Cici
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The food was delicious! But the service was lacking. There was a replacement chef and we weren’t notified until we got there, which was disappointing to us and also seemed to throw off the spirit and flow of the service. One of our servers was defensive when we inquired about why we were not greeted for long after we were seated. The wine pours were small and uneven; I’d recommend the cocktail pairings instead if you choose drinks. Thankfully, they did comp one of our wine pairings after we complained. Overall not what I expected for the price or reputation.
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Donald
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service, style, and spirit of the Coach House were all a sincere delight, and I would go back in a heartbeat. Kind, attentive, warm, caring, and intentional all come to mind when I think about that night. Chef and his team created an experience that felt like being welcomed into someone’s home and being well taken care of by them. The food was, of course, amazing, but I have to give a special shoutout to the chai that finished the menu - I haven’t stopped talking or thinking about it.
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Jeffrey
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great, the chef and sommelier explained each dish and wine pairing so you could taste and notice the little hints in everything. Amazing experience, definitely have to go back
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Nancy
VIP
Chicago
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and loved sitting at the counter as we got to chat with the chefs throughout the evening.
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Caroline
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So fun! Our server was delightful, knowledgeable and engaging and the chef was creative and excited to share his craft
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rick
Chicago
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Coach House is an amazing experience. The food is innovative, tasty, and wonderfully presented. I have been to India 7 times and never had as good a meal as the coach House. The Chef should receive a Michelin Star for his very creative work.
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Cate
VIP
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everyone was so welcoming, the service the vibes and the food were all amazing! Would go back immediately.
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Charles
VIP
Poconos
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Did the tasting menu. Food was Ok: nothing was bad but nothing was great either. We all left feeling hungry.
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Suneed
Grand Rapids
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Really interesting and delicious meal. I'm pretty familiar with Indian and pakistani food, but this meal introduced me to different flavor combinations and a more refined presentation compared to desi meal I've had before. We really enjoyed the experience and we will be back!
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Susan
VIP
Baja California
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of a kind dining experience!! Chef Mohajir’s creations are a explorative journey through history, time and cultures. You are in for an amazing and unique culinary adventure! Set in an intimate coach house, the intentionally casual and approachable environment invites you to appreciate and explore complex flavor profiles and not be overwhelmed by any of it. The wait staff and cocktails are great too!
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FAQs

The Coach House is rated 4.7 stars by 35 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

1742 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622-3229

Additional information

Neighborhood
Bucktown / Wicker Park
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 5:45 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
South Indian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
https://www.coachhousechi.com/
Phone number
(312) 722-6911

The Coach House

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

7 Course Tasting Menu | Table

7 Course Tasting Menu | Chef's Counter

4-Course New Year's Eve Tasting Menu

Menu

What 35 people are saying

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