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Mother's Ruin Chicago Open Daily at 11AM

Mother's Ruin Chicago Open Daily at 11AM Mother's Ruin Chicago Open Daily at 11AM Mother's Ruin Chicago Open Daily at 11AM

2943 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Mother's Ruin Chicago Open Daily at 11AM

Mother's Ruin Chicago Open Daily at 11AM Mother's Ruin Chicago Open Daily at 11AM Mother's Ruin Chicago Open Daily at 11AM

2943 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Be Well. Feel Well. Tip Well. Farewell.

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Founded in NYC in 2011, Mother's Ruin is the perfect blend of your favorite local bar and cocktail temple. 

Comfortable decor and no door policy belie the staff's commitment to exceptionally crafted cocktails and customer service. 

 With a second location in Nashville, our third location opened in Chicago’s Avondale neighborhood in 2022. 

Order At The Bar!

All food and beverages can be ordered directly from your favorite bartenders as table service is not available.  Brunch is offered seven days a week from 11AM - 3PM with our All Day Eats menu available until 1:30AM Sunday - Friday and 2:30AM on Saturdays.

Reservations

 We do not take reservations as all seating is offered on a first come / first served basis. We suggest arriving on the earlier side of service for the best chances of securing a table.

Menu

Signature Cocktails

Slushy du Jour: All Gas No Brains

12

Tequila, Acaí, lime, guava, orange

Ready Amy Shoot

12

Rum, Select Aperitif, Vermouth, Falernum 

I Have Got To Start A Family

12

Rye, Bourbon, Vermouth, Blanc Vermouth, Montenegro, Bitters

Viagra Triangle

12

Vodka, Lime, Agave, Soda, Bitters

Bunny And Clyde

12

Tequila, Lime, Guava, Juicy Fruits, Carrots Guava Habanero

Fuck Me Up Buttercup

12

Gin, Lemon, Lychee, Jasmine, Violette, Falernum

Nutz 2 Buttz

12

Rum, Lime, Basil, Berries, Luxardo

Nashville 4

12

Bourbon, Lemon, Mango, Passionfruit, Honey

Never Better (N/A)

9

Raspberry Tea, Strawberry, Pina, lemon, soda

Let The Toddys Hit The Floor

12

Jack Bonded, Hot Cider, Lemon, Spices


Draft Cocktails + 'Backs

Negroni

12

Gin, Campari, Sweet Vermouth

Sbagliato

12

Campari + Vermouth + Bubbles

Oaxacan Old Fashioned

12

Tequila, Mezcal, Agave, Bitters

Picklebacks

6

Beer + Wine

Tecate Cerveza

5

Order it "Dressed" w/ Cholula & Lime!

Old Style American Lager

4

Funkytown Hip Hops & R 'N Brews IPA

8

Azadi Brewing Kodak Chai Stout

8

Vandermill Apple Cider

8

Brooklyn Special Effects Hoppy Amber N/A

6

Bubbles

9

Red Wine

9

White Wine

9

Pink Wine

9

Food Specials???!!!

Kentucky Fried Catfish Supper Fridays 5PM 'til we run out!

18

Old Bay Waffle Fries, Vinegar Slaw, Remoulade, Garlic Butter Texas Toast


Brunch

Available Daily 'til 3PM

Chicken & Waffles

15

Buttermilk Brined & Fried, Cholula Honey Butter, Scallion Crema, Shredded Slaw, Lime

French Toast Sticks

15

Citrus Custard Soaked, Blueberry Maple, Cream Cheese Glaze, Cinnamon Toast Streusel

Bacon Egg N' Cheese

14

Egg Steamers, Smoked Gouda, Tomato Jam, Spanish Potatoes

Smashed Avocado Toast Ⓥ

14

Grilled Country Bread, Basil Salsa Verde, Radish Pickles, Aleppo Pepper Add Poached Eggs +3 Smoked Salmon +6

Mama's Boy

14

2 Eggs, Spanish Potatoes, Bacon, Sourdough, Spicy Ketchup Choose Fried, Poached, or Scrambled

Breakfast Burrito

14

Chorizo OR Mushrooms, Scrambled Eggs, Cheddar, Waffle Fries, Cilantro, Salsa Libre

Mama's Chilaquiles

15

Carnitas or Mushrooms, Braised Corn Chips, Salsa Libre, Scallion Crema, Fried Eggs, Feta

Mother's Bloody

12

Just do the damn thing!

Pick Vodka, Gin, or Tequila

Espresso Martini

12

Wake the fuck up!

Shaken w/ Vodka, Housemade Coffee Cordial

Malaysian Sangrita & Tequila Shot

8

Your hangover deserves this.

Fresh Juice

4

Orange 

Dark Matter Drip Coffee

3

All Day Eats

Available Daily 'til 1:30AM (2:30AM Saturdays)

Old Bay Waffle Fries

10

Spicy Ketchup & Caramelized Onion Dip

Grilled Eggplant Dip Ⓥ

12

Pistachios, Berbere Spice, Veggies, Pita

Pimento Cheese Plate

12

Fried Saltines, Carrots & Celery, House Habanero Jelly

Thai Brussels Sprouts Ⓥ

12

Cashews, Chickpeas, Cilantro, Lime

(Available after 3PM)

Crushed Beet Salad

15

Tuscan Kale, Grilled Red Onion, Feta, Sunflower Tahini

Blackened Shrimp Wedge

17

Iceberg, Bacon, Bleu Cheese, Potato Chips

Cholula Honey Wings

12 / 20

Maytag Bleu Dressing & Veggies

(Available after 3PM)

Beer Cheese Nachos

17

Franco's Famous Carnitas or Mushrooms, Black Beans, Cheddar, Jalapeños, Scallion Crema (Available after 3PM)

French Onion Grilled Cheese

16

4 Cheeses, Caramelized Onion, Broth

Falafel Burger Ⓥ

16

Harissa-y Sauce, Pickles, Lettuce, Served with Old Bay Waffle Fries and Spicy Ketchup

Spicy Chicken Sandwich

17

Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Shredded Slaw, Mayo & Pickles, Served with Old Bay Waffle Fries and Spicy Ketchup

Double Cheeseburger

18

Aged Cheddar, Lettuce, Onion, Pickles, Secret Sauce, Served with Old Bay Waffle Fries and Spicy Ketchup

Add-Ons

Cheddar $1 Bacon $2 Avocado $3 Fried Egg $2

Red Velvet Oreo Bombs

11

Cream Cheese Glaze

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

Dress to impress.

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Hours We're In Biz

Mon

11:00 am – 02:00 am

Tue

11:00 am – 02:00 am

Wed

11:00 am – 02:00 am

Thu

11:00 am – 02:00 am

Fri

11:00 am – 02:00 am

Sat

11:00 am – 03:00 am

Sun

11:00 am – 02:00 am

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