Opening hours
Closed · opens Friday 4:30 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Chicago: 8:18 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (312) 600-5111 to confirm.
Location & directions
2515 S Wabash AveChicago, IL 60616
About Moody Tongue
Moody Tongue is a restaurant located at 2515 S Wabash Ave in Chicago, Illinois. Our Chicago guide covers 5,398 food and drink spots, and this is one of them. It sits in the upscale price range ($100+ per person).
Moody Tongue is open 2 days a week, usually 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM (closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday).
Guests can choose from 49 menu items across 6 sections, including Growlers (32 oz), Cases (12oz Bottles), 6Packs and 4Packs (12oz Bottles), Popular Drinks, and Variety Packs & Cases. Listed prices range from $12.00 to $70.00, with a typical item around $22.00. Menu highlights include Bourbon Barrel Aged 12 Layer Cake Imperial Stout | 32 Oz Growler, 16.0% ABV, Caramelized Chocolate Churro Porter | Case, 24 Bottles, 7.0% ABV, and Steeped Emperor's Lemon Saison | 6-Pack, 12 Oz Bottles, 6.3% ABV.
Service options include kerbside pickup, no-contact delivery, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, trendy, and upmarket, and it is a good fit for groups and tourists. The place is family friendly. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include alcohol, beer, cocktails, coffee, and comfort food.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking. Reservations are accepted; call (312) 600-5111 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Restaurant
- Address
- 2515 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
- Phone
- (312) 600-5111
- Price range
- $100+ per person
- Hours
- Open 2 days a week, usually 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM (closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday)
- Menu
- 49 items · $12.00–$70.00
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 5 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Moody Tongue’s weekday schedule with 127 other restaurants in Chicago. On a typical weekday it opens at 4:30 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 10:00 PM, in line with the typical 9:30 PM.
In total it is open about 11 hours a week, 48 hours fewer than the local median of 59. 84% of restaurants in Chicago open on Sundays; Moody Tongue does not.
Compared with 127 other restaurants in Chicago that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for restaurants in Illinois
Based on 197 menus with 13,160 priced items from restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.99 and $17.50.
At Moody Tongue the median listed price is $22.00, higher than the typical $11.00 for restaurants in Illinois.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Caesar Salad | 17% | $10.25 |
| French Fries | 17% | $5.00 |
| Onion Rings | 16% | $5.99 |
| Cheeseburger | 16% | $11.00 |
| Grilled Cheese | 13% | $7.75 |
| Fries | 13% | $4.16 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 13% | $9.00 |
| Coffee | 11% | $3.35 |
Calculated from 197 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Kerbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy-hour drinks
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Spirits
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar on site
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
- Upmarket
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Moody Tongue there are 50 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 147 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Chinese (43), Cafes & Coffee (26), Bakeries & Desserts (16), and Bars & Pubs (13).
Competition is strong: 10 other restaurants are within a mile and 83 within three miles. The closest is Mustard Seed Kitchen, 0.4 mi away.
17 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Cafes & CoffeeSouth Loop Cafe0.2 mi
- Bars & PubsMotor Row Brewing0.2 mi
- ChineseEvergreen Restaurant0.4 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsGolden Apple Cafe & Bakery0.4 mi
- BarbecueWindy City Ribs & Whiskey0.4 mi
What to expect at a restaurant
General restaurants are places that do not fit neatly into a single cuisine: family restaurants, grills, bistros, eclectic kitchens and multi-cuisine menus. They are often local favorites that serve a bit of everything, from breakfast plates to steaks and seafood.
What to order
- House specialties – what regulars come back for
- Daily specials – often the freshest dishes
- Local dishes – anything named after the town or region
Good to know
- Check the latest hours before you go – independent restaurants change them more often.
- Weekend evenings are usually the busiest time.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Moody Tongue's opening hours?
Open 2 days a week, usually 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM (closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: Closed; Friday: 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Moody Tongue open on Sunday?
No, Moody Tongue is closed on Sundays.
Where is Moody Tongue located?
Moody Tongue is located at 2515 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616.
What is the phone number of Moody Tongue?
You can call Moody Tongue at (312) 600-5111.
Does Moody Tongue offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Moody Tongue offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: kerbside pickup, no-contact delivery, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Moody Tongue?
The typical price range at Moody Tongue is $100+ per person. Menu prices range from $12.00 to $70.00.
Does Moody Tongue take reservations?
Yes, Moody Tongue accepts reservations.
Is Moody Tongue wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Moody Tongue open late?
Yes – Moody Tongue is open until 10 PM or later on Friday and Saturday.
What else is near Moody Tongue?
There are 147 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Moody Tongue. Nearby options include South Loop Cafe (0.2 mi), Motor Row Brewing (0.2 mi), and Evergreen Restaurant (0.4 mi).
Are there other restaurants near Moody Tongue?
10 other restaurants within a mile. The closest is Mustard Seed Kitchen, 0.4 mi away.
How much do restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 197 menus with 13,160 priced items from restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.99 and $17.50.
