Kanela is a contemporary restaurant focusing on organic, seasonal ingredients and made-from-scratch recipes. Located in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood, mahogany tables, brown banquettes, exposed brick and vintage chandeliers decorate the restaurant’s interior. Known for their stellar breakfasts and lunches, Kanela just launched an eclectic dinner menu, composed of American fare with a Greek twist. Share a mix of small plates like meatballs stuffed with fresh mozzarella in a spicy tomato sauce and large plates like scallops served with corn, mushrooms, sugar snaps, tomato and cream. Just like their legendary breakfast menu, Kanela uses only the finest and freshest ingredients available for dinner, too. They also support local farms and markets, making this restaurant a destination for every locally minded Chicagoan.
Kanela Sample Dinner Menu
Sides
Sauteed Spinach
garlic confit
Asparagus
lemon butter
Sweet Potato
caramelized onions, fried egg
Brussels Sprouts
peppered bacon
Cauliflower Gratin
panko
Small Plates
Tuna Tar Tar- Ahi Tuna
grapefruit, mustard oil, sesame
Hummus
tahini, lemon, feta, dill, pita, veggies
Shrimp Cocktail
U-10 shrimp, old bay, cocktail sauce
Stuffed Meatballs
fresh mozzarella, spicy tomato sauce
Bacon Mac' n Cheese
cheddar, bacon, American, panko
Cheese
three Artisanal cheeses, candied walnuts, berry jam
Flatbreads
tomato, basil, fresh mozzarella, goat cheese, mushrooms, arugula, truffle oil
Beets Salad
beets, goats cheese, hazelnuts, greens
Large Plates
Mushroom Risotto
wild mushrooms, Arborio, truffle oil
Scallops
corn, mushrooms, sugar snaps, tomato, cream
Salmon
cauliflower, capers, tomato, curry vinaigrette
NY Strip
asparagus, mushrooms, carrots, beef jus
Pork Chop
spinach, summer squash, peach pork jus
Chicken
polenta, corn, spinach, mushrooms, chicken jus
Desserts
Chocolate Molten Cake
Apple Bavarian
Please note that menu is a sample and subject to change.
Kanela Wine Selections
choose one
Santa Margarita Pinot Grigio
Napa Cellars Pinot Noir
Cellar #8 Cabernet Sauvignon