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    Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe Darien

    American
    Open now11AM - 8:45PM
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    Daily Specials (OO)
    Family Packs
    Appetizers
    Slow Smoked BBQ
    Chuck's Specialties
    Sandwiches
    Gourmet Burgers
    Salads
    Soups (OO)
    Sides
    Kids (OO)
    Desserts
    Ala Carte Meats (OO)
    Beverages (OO)

    Featured Items

    • BBQ Nachos

      hand-cut tortilla strips, Jack & cheddar cheeses, BBQ Pulled Pork & Chicken, pico de gallo, sour cream & guacamole
      $13.99+
    • BBQ Ribs- Full

      meaty baby back ribs smoked daily, choice of BBQ sauce
      $29.99
    • Chuck's Special

      smoked beef brisket, rajas - peppers & onions, melted Jack cheese, & side Au Jus
      $18.99

    Daily Specials (OO)

    • NO DISPOSABLES

      We will not include any silverware, napkins or wetnaps with your order.
    • Cream Chicken Dumpling

      $4.50+
    • Cream of Pumpkin

      $4.50+
    • Butternut Squash Chips

      thinly sliced butternut squash chips tossed in salt, pepper seasoning
      $7.99
    • Stuffed Mushrooms App

      baked mushrooms, Andouille sausage, breadcrumb stuffing, Jack & Parmesan cheese, alfredo sauce & topped w/ green onions.
      $12.99
    • Cajun Italian Beef Sandwich

      slow roasted beef, natural spicy Italian/Cajun au jus, French bread, choice of sweet peppers or hot giardiniera.
      $13.99
    • Cajun Meatloaf Sandwich

      Cajun seasoned pork & beef, jack cheese, grilled onions, horseradish mayo, toasted sandwich bun.
      $12.99
    • Chicken Enchiladas

      (3), grilled chicken, Monterey Jack cheese, flour tortillas, house made red mole, sour cream, onion & cilantro served with tomato-chipotle rice & refried beans.
      $18.99
    • Mexican Pot Roast Sandwich

      slow roasted beef pot roast, horseradish mayo, gourmet bun.
      $12.99
    • Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake

      creamy cheesecake with pumpkin swirls; cinnamon brown sugar graham cracker crust, caramel drizzle
      $8.99
    • Pumpkin Donuts

      homemade fried pumpkin donuts, cinnamon sugar dusting & pumpkin spice creme anglaise
      $9.99

    Family Packs

    • Porkie Pack

      1.5# Pulled Pork, Choice of BBQ Sauce On the Side, Choice of 2 Quart Sides & 6 Sandwich Buns; Feeds 4-6 People
      $65.99
    • Brisket Pack

      1.5# Beef Brisket, Choice of BBQ Sauce on the Side, Choice of 2 Quart Sides & 6 Sandwich Buns; Feeds 4-6 People
      $83.99
    • Cluck Cluck Pack

      Choice of 12 Pc Smoked Chicken or 16 Pc Chicken Tenders, Choice of BBQ Sauce on the Side, Choice of 2 Quart Sides & 4 Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread Muffins w/ Honey Butter; Feeds 4-6 People
      $65.99
    • Rib Combo Pack

      18 Rib Bones & Choice of 8 Pc Smoked Chicken or 10 Chicken Tenders, Choice of BBQ Sauce on the Side, Choice of 2 Quart Sides & 4 Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread Muffins w/ Honey Butter; Feeds 4-6 People
      $107.99

    Appetizers

    • Appetizer Trio*

      Pick 3: Chicken Tenders (2) | Boudin Balls (3) | Mozzarella Sticks (4) | Cheese Fries | Mini Pulled Pork Sliders (2)
      $18.99
    • BBQ Nachos

      hand-cut tortilla strips, Jack & cheddar cheeses, BBQ Pulled Pork & Chicken, pico de gallo, sour cream & guacamole
      $13.99+
    • Boudin Balls

      pulled pork, Andouille sausage, jambalaya, breaded, fried, side of Cajun ranch
      $12.99
    • Buffalo Chicken Cheese Fries

      crispy sidewinder fries, chopped buffalo chicken tenders, cheese sauce, green onions, choice of ranch or blue cheese drizzle
      $14.99
    • Cajun BBQ Shrimp*

      sautéed shrimp, Cajun butter sauce, garlic, green onions, bread for soppin'
      $16.99
    • Cajun Fried Calamari

      fresh calamari, fried in breading, Cajun seasoning; side of cocktail sauce
      $14.99
    • Cheese Curds

      white cheddar curds, beer batter, choice of marinara, ranch or red pepper aioli
      $13.99
    • Chicken Tenders

      hand battered chicken tenders, choice of sauce
      $11.99+
    • Chicken Wings App

      choice of sauce, choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing, celery additional
      $11.99+
    • Hot Link Bites

      spicy hot link bites, onion rings, on a bed of coleslaw, choice of BBQ sauce
      $12.99
    • Jal Ched Crnbrd Muffins App

      four muffins, served warm w/ honey butter
      $10.99
    • Loaded Fries

      crispy sidewinder fries, choice of pulled pork or brisket, mild BBQ sauce, cheese sauce, sour cream & green onions
      $14.99+
    • Mozzarella Sticks

      fried cheese sticks; choice of dipping sauce
      $10.99
    • Onion Rings

      crispy, fried onions rings
      $9.99
    • Piggy Mac

      Mac N Cheese w/Pulled Pork on Top
      $11.99
    • Potato Skins (5)

      Four potato skins, bacon, cheddar cheese & green onions.
      $12.99
    • Quesadillas

      Jack cheese, rajas - roasted peppers & onions, guacamole, pico & sour cream
      $11.99+
    • Rib Tips

      pound of rib tips, choice of sauce
      $13.99

    Slow Smoked BBQ

    Dinners come with choice of 2 sides
    • BBQ Combo

      half slab of baby back ribs, choice of one additional meat: pulled pork, 1/4 smoked chicken, beef brisket, 3 winglets, 3 chicken tenders, choice of BBQ sauce
      $26.99
    • BBQ Ribs- Full

      meaty baby back ribs smoked daily, choice of BBQ sauce
      $29.99
    • BBQ Ribs- Half

      meaty baby back ribs smoked daily, choice of BBQ sauce
      $19.99
    • Beef Brisket Dinner

      12-hour smoked beef brisket, choice of BBQ sauce
      $25.99
    • Hot Link Dinner

      two homemade slow smoked spicy sausages, choice of BBQ sauce
      $16.99
    • Pulled Chicken Dinner

      pulled smoked chicken, choice of BBQ sauce
      $15.99
    • Pulled Pork Dinner

      14-hour smoked pork shoulder, hand-pulled, choice of BBQ sauce
      $17.99
    • Rib Tips Dinner

      generous portion of our meaty slow-smoked pork rib tips, choice of BBQ sauce
      $15.99
    • Sampler- 2 Meats

      choose 2 meats: pulled pork, 1/4 smoked chicken, pulled chicken, beef brisket, 3 ribs, 3 winglets, 3 chicken strips, rib tips, fried catfish; choice of BBQ sauce *ribs & brisket can only be selected once*
      $19.99
    • Sampler- 3 Meats

      choose 3 meats: pulled pork, 1/4 smoked chicken, pulled chicken, beef brisket, 3 ribs, 3 winglets, 3 chicken strips, rib tips, fried catfish; choice of BBQ sauce *ribs & brisket can only be selected once*
      $24.99
    • Smoked Chicken Dinner

      smoked chicken on the bone, perfect pink smoke ring, choice of BBQ sauce *all white meat add $2*
      $12.99+

    Chuck's Specialties

    • California Fish Tacos

      3 grilled mahi mahi tacos, honey-chipotle coleslaw; rice pilaf, Super Caesar salad, roasted tomato salsa. (Substitute shrimp for $2 more)
      $19.99
    • Catfish Dinner

      catfish filet, fried or blackened, french fries, coleslaw, cornbread muffin, side of tartar sauce
      $19.99
    • Chicken Fried Chicken

      breaded boneless breast, garlic smashed potatoes, sage gravy & Cajun green beans
      $18.99
    • Chicken Wings Dinner 8 Piece

      8 Chuck's famous wings, breaded, choice of BBQ sauce, ranch or blue cheese dressing
      $16.99
    • Chuck's Fisherman's Platter

      Fried Crawfish, fried catfish filet & fried shrimp (4pcs). Sides of French fries, coleslaw & a cornbread muffin.
      $28.99
    • Chuck's Steak Dinner

      8 oz filet tail cooked to order, peppercorn gravy w/ sides of smashed red potatoes & roasted veggies.
      $29.99
    • Etoufee

      Andouille sausage Cajun stew, rice pilaf, Cajun green beans
      $17.99+
    • Fried Shrimp Dinner

      fried shrimp, cornmeal breading, French fries, coleslaw & cocktail sauce
      $19.99
    • Grilled Chicken Dinner

      grilled chicken breast, mango salsa, rice pilaf, & house salad
      $16.99
    • Jambalaya

      smoked ham, Andouille sausage, rice, Creole sauce, green onions
      $17.99+
    • Pork Tenderloin Dinner

      Choice of fried or grilled pork tenderloin, peppercorn gravy, Cajun green beans, Andouille sausage stuffing & Smashed red potatoes.
      $19.99
    • Salmon Dinner

      flat-top griddled filet, choice of pico de gallo, honey-chipotle BBQ, Korean BBQ or Cajun butter sauce
      $24.99
    • Smoked Turkey Dinner

      slow smoked turkey, Andouille sausage stuffing, mashed potatoes, Cajun green beans, homemade sage gravy.
      $19.99
    • Swordfish Dinner

      fresh seasoned swordfish , choice of Pico De Gallo, Honey-Chipotle BBQ, Korean BBQ or Cajun Butter Sauce. Sides of rice pilaf & house salad.
      $24.99
    • Tenders Dinner- 6 Piece

      Chuck's famous tenders, breaded, fried & choice of sauce, ranch or blue cheese dressing
      $16.99

    Sandwiches

    * Add a side for 2.50 each - up to 3*
    • BBQ Combo Sandwich

      spicy hot link sausage, brisket, cheddar cheese, choice of BBQ sauce ~
      $14.99
    • BBQ Rib Sandwich

      pulled slow-smoked rib meat, choice of BBQ sauce, fried crispy onions, fried pickles on a gourmet bun. Add cheese for $1;
      $12.99
    • BBQ Trio Sandwich

      trio of Chuck's meats: brisket, pulled chicken & pork, choice of BBQ sauce, coleslaw & pickles
      $16.99
    • BBQ Turkey Sandwich

      smoked turkey roast, BBQ sauce choice.
      $12.99
    • Brisket Sandwich

      smoked beef brisket, choice of BBQ sauce
      $17.99
    • Cajun Ribeye Steak Sandwich

      8 oz ribeye steak, red pepper mayo, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato & garlic bread
      $17.99
    • California Turkey Panini

      Slow smoked turkey sliced with Jack cheese, bacon, avocado, tomato, red onion and mayo. Served on Panini bread.
      $14.99
    • Catfish Sandwich

      fried or blackened catfish filet, lettuce, tomato & tartar sauce
      $12.99
    • Chicken Cajun Buttermilk

      hand battered fried buttermilk chicken breast, pickles, coleslaw, Cajun seasoning, & red pepper mayo
      $12.99
    • Chicken Sandwich

      8 oz marinated chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, choice of red pepper mayo, Jamaican jerk or regular Choice of Grilled or Crispy
      $12.99
    • Chuck's Special

      smoked beef brisket, rajas - peppers & onions, melted Jack cheese, & side Au Jus
      $18.99
    • Fish Sandwich

      Choose Grilled Or Fried Mahi Filet, Lettuce, Tomato, Tartar Sauce
      $16.99
    • Hot Link Sandwich

      Spicy Hot Link Sausage, choice of BBQ sauce, French bread
      $11.99
    • Po'Boys

      Served on Turano French Bread with lettuce, tomato & red pepper mayo. Choose from Fried Chicken, Buffalo Chicken, Fried Shrimp, Crawfish, Cajun Hot Link, Pork Tenderloin or Cajun BBQ Shrimp sautéed in our Cajun garlic butter sauce.
      $12.99+
    • Pulled Chicken Sandwich

      pulled smoked chicken, choice of BBQ sauce
      $12.99
    • Pulled Pork Sandwich

      smoked BBQ pork, choice of BBQ sauce
      $12.99
    • Turkey Club

      smoked turkey, crispy bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, mayo, choice of white or wheat bread
      $12.99

    Gourmet Burgers

    1/2 lb. patty blend: certified Angus Beef, Beef Short Rib & Brisket *Add a side for $2.50 each - up to 3*
    • Cheddar Bacon Burger

      grilled to order, cheddar cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onion & pickles
      $15.99
    • Chuck's Gourmet Burger

      grilled to order, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles
      $12.99
    • Smokehouse Burger

      grilled to order, sliced brisket, pulled pork, cheddar cheese, bacon & mild BBQ sauce drizzle
      $18.99

    Salads

    • Caesar (OO)

      romaine, Romano cheese, garlic croutons, spicy jalapeno-lime Caesar dressing
      $10.99+
    • Danish Blue Cheese (OO)

      romaine lettuce, sliced green apples, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, red onions, crumbled Danish blue cheese & balsamic vinaigrette
      $10.99+
    • Garden (OO)

      romaine lettuce, bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, red onion, tomato, garlic croutons & choice of dressing
      $10.99+
    • Harvest Pear Salad

      Romaine, candied pecans, blue cheese crumbles, Pomegranate Seeds, Pears & Balsamic dressing.
      $10.99+
    • Super Caesar (OO)

      romaine lettuce, tortilla strips, black beans, grilled red onions, Romano cheese & pico de gallo, spicy jalapeno-lime Caesar dressing
      $10.99+
    • Tostada Salad

      romaine lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, Parmesan cheese, tostada w/ refried black beans, grilled chicken, Jack cheese, pico de gallo & sour cream; red wine vinaigrette
      $16.99

    Soups (OO)

    • Cream Of Chicken Rice (OO)

      OUT OF STOCK
      $4.99+
    • Habanero Corn Chowder (OO)

      OUT OF STOCK
      $4.99+
    • Seafood Gumbo (OO)

      $8.99+

    Sides

    Junior (feeds 1)|Small (feeds 1-2) | Medium (feeds 3-4) | Quart (feeds 6-8)
    • 1 Cornbread Muffin*

      $2.99
    • Andouille Sausage Stuffing**

      $2.99+
    • Baked Beans

      *contains meat
      $2.99+
    • Baked Potato

      $2.99
    • BBQ Sauce Pint

      $5.99
    • Cajun French Fries

      $4.49
    • Cajun Green Beans

      *contains bacon
      $2.99+
    • Coleslaw

      $2.99+
    • French Fries

      $3.99
    • Mac N' Cheese

      $2.99+
    • Mashed Potatoes

      $2.99+
    • Rice Pilaf

      $2.99+
    • Roasted Veggies

      $2.99+
    • Tomato-Chipotle Rice*

      OUT OF STOCK
      $2.99+
    • Rolls & Butter

      $0.95
    • Sandwich Bun

      $0.75
    • Side BBQ

      $0.55
    • NO BREAD OR BUTTER

      We will not include any bread rolls or butter with your order.
    • NO DISPOSABLES

      We will not include any silverware, napkins or wetnaps with your order.

    Kids (OO)

    Side Choice: Fries, Fruit or Mac N Cheese
    • Kids Burgers

      $7.99
    • Kids Chicken Tenders (2)

      $7.99
    • Kids Cheese Quesadillas

      $7.99
    • Kids Fish

      $7.99
    • Kids Grilled Cheese

      $7.99
    • Kids Mac n Cheese

      $7.99
    • Kids Pulled Pork

      $7.99
    • Kids Ribs

      $8.99
    • Kids Piggy Mac

      $8.99

    Desserts

    • Banana Bread Pudding

      bananas & pecans bread pudding, caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream
      $9.99
    • Brownie Sundae

      Chuck’s brownie, vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, caramel, whipped cream, sprinkles, cherry
      $9.99
    • Brownie

      bittersweet chocolate & loads of walnuts
      $4.49
    • Cobbler

      homemade cobbler crust, fruit filling, vanilla ice cream
      $9.99
    • Ice Cream- 1 Scoop

      $1.25
    • Mom's Cookie

      Chocolate Chunks, Raisins, Oatmeal, Coconut, Walnuts
      OUT OF STOCK
      $3.50

    Ala Carte Meats (OO)

    • Ribs - Full Slab

      $25.99
    • Ribs - Half Slab

      $12.99
    • Beef Brisket per lb.

      $28.99
    • Pulled Chicken per lb.

      $16.99
    • Pulled Pork per lb.

      $15.99
    • Rib Tips per lb.

      $13.99

    Beverages (OO)

    • Bubly (Varieties)

      Strawberry Blackberry
      $2.00
    • Bubly (Belini Bliss)

      $2.00
    • 12 oz Pepsi Can

      $2.50
    • 12 oz Diet Pepsi Can

      $2.50
    • Water Bottle

      $1.75

    All hours
    Sunday12:15 pm - 8:00 pm
    MondayClosed
    Tuesday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Wednesday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Thursday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Friday11:00 am - 9:45 pm
    Saturday12:30 pm - 9:30 pm
    Restaurant info

    Chuck’s Southern Comforts Cafe is a family owned and operated business specializing in BBQ, Cajun and Country cuisine. We also feature our Chateau Orleans Banquet Hall. This elegant banquet hall can hold up to 300 people and makes a great place to hold parties, corporate meetings and weddings! We have a full service bar with 31 beers on tap and over 35 select craft bottles & cans. We offer dine-in, carry out, delivery, catering, on-site cookouts & more! Policy Effective 1/1/25- Chuck’s will no longer be doing split checks for groups of 20 or more. We apologize for any inconvenience. We will permit any groups of 20 or less to do split checks. *Please be aware that an additional 18% gratuity will be applied to any party of 8 or more.

    Location

    8025 S CASS AVE, Darien, IL 60561

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