Mother's Ruin Chicago Open Daily at 11AM
2943 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Mother's Ruin Chicago Open Daily at 11AM
2943 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Be Well. Feel Well. Tip Well. Farewell.
Look At Us!
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.
Signature Cocktails
Slushy du Jour: Silly Lil Lad
13
Jack Bonded, Pimms, Lemon, Passionfruit, Tangerine
James Beard Adjacent
13
Select, Malort, Rose
I Have Got To Start A Family
13
Rye, Bourbon, Vermouth ,Montenegro, Bitters
Viagra Triangle
13
Vodka, Lime, Agave, Soda
Grew Up Catholic
13
Tequila, Lime, Habanero, Blackberry, Earl Grey
Kitty in the City
13
Gin, Lemon, Sour Cherry, Cranberry, Hibiscus
Ken Doll Bath Water
13
Rum, Lime, Tangerine, Lychee
Hard Launch
13
Bourbon, Lemon, Pimms, Peach, Cinnamon
The Wreckening (Non Alcoholic)
9
Acai, hibiscus, raspberry, lime, soda
Draft Cocktails + 'Backs
Cheers 4 Fears
13
Tequila, Aperol, Rose Water, Soda
Vesper
13
Gin, Vodka, Lillet
Sbagliato
13
Campari + Vermouth + Bubbles
Picklebacks
7
Beer + Wine
Tecate Cerveza
5
Order it "Dressed" w/ Cholula & Lime!
Old Style American Lager
4
Funkytown Hip Hops & R 'N Brews IPA
8
Pipeworks x Brewers Kitchen: Fruited Kettle Sour
8
Vandermill Hard Apple Cider
8
Montucky Cold Snacks
6
Brooklyn Special Effects Hoppy Amber N/A
6
Bubbles
9
Red Wine
9
White Wine
9
Pink Wine
9
Food Specials?!!
Human Style Fries
15
Old Bay Waffle Fries topped with Red Chile Queso, Chorizo, Mama's Secret Sauce, Red Onions, and Scallions
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
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
13
Just do the damn thing!
Pick Vodka, Gin, or Tequila
Espresso Martini
13
Wake the fuck up!
Shaken w/ Vodka, Housemade Coffee Cordial
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)
Crispy Fish Tacos
16
Fried Cod, Spicy Garlic Aioli, Shredded Slaw, and Avocado on El Milagro Corn Tortillas
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
* Items are cooked to order. 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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