The Freehouse is Serving Up a Fall Menu to Satisfy Any Craving

Article by Becky Fillinger, photos provided

The Freehouse offers tasty seasonal beverages and food items throughout the year. We’ve awaited the fall offerings and they’re here! General Manager, David Johnson, shares his favorites with us. My short terms plans include the Honey Crisp Jalisco and the Short Rib Dip! Pay them a visit at 701 N Washington Avenue in the North Loop and let us know your picks.

New for Beverages:

Gingersnap Sour featuring Knob Creek bourbon, butterscotch, apple syrup, peach ginger purée and cinnamon. Why you’ll love it:  Bourbon and ginger are a classic pairing! When combined with butterscotch, peach, and apple, it is the perfect drink for a crisp day. 

Rye Tai featuring Bulleit rye bourbon, Noces royales pear cognac, orgeat and lime juice. Why you’ll love it: A cold weather, bourbon-inspired take on the warm weather classic Mai Tai. Bourbon paired with pear cognac and orgeat gives a warming citrus & spice finish. Out with the beach and in with the bonfire! 

Honey Crisp Jalisco featuring Casamigos blanco tequila, Noces royales pear cognac, apple simple syrup and lemon juice. Why you’ll love it: Rich and savory pear cognac adds a seasonal touch to this easy-drinking Tequila cocktail. 

Apple Ginger Crush (non-alcoholic) featuring  apple juice, ginger beer, cinnamon sugar, anise. Why you’ll love it: A seasonal non-alcoholic take on the classic mule. Apple and cinnamon combine to make this an easy, refreshing, spicy, and cozy drink perfect for cool autumn nights and the festive holidays. 

Freehouse No. 18 Midnight Lager, black lager / 4.7% abv.

 Why you’ll love it: This black lager has a pleasant sweet chocolate aroma with dark chocolate and caramel roastiness and a crisp, clean lager finish. A more sessionable version of the highly sought-after stouts and winter ales popular during the cooler season. 

New for Food:

Buffalo Cauliflower: Oven roasted cauliflower, tempura battered, buffalo sauce, ranch. Why you’ll love it: One bite and you'll find that you can't stop eating the appetizing morsels. Spicy, savory, and just fun to eat! 

Mac & Cheese: Cheddar cheese sauce, mozzarella, Romano and parmesan cheese, cavatappi noodles, crushed croutons. Why you’ll love it: Creamy, cheesy and delicious. A Freehouse classic that is perfect anytime of the year, but this ultimate comfort food has a special place in our hearts during the cooler months. 

Short Rib Dip: Short ribs, provolone, caramelized onion, horseradish sauce, baguette, au jus. Why you’ll love it: Perfectly tender, slow-roasted short rib layered with caramelized onion and provolone, then topped with our signature horseradish sauce spread. 

Plant-based Patty Melt: Beyond Burger patty, pumpernickel rye, plant-based cheese, mayo-free aioli, arugula, caramelized onion. Why you’ll love it: Served on perfectly toasted rye, this plant-based patty melt is just as juicy, savory, flavorful and gooey as the classic version. 

French Toast Chicken Stack: French toast, Nashville chicken, sausage gravy, over easy egg, parsley. Why you’ll love it: Inspired by breakfast classics like French toast, chicken & waffles, biscuits & gravy, this hearty breakfast is perfect any time of day. Two Nashville chicken tenders are served over our famous ciabatta French toast and topped with our house-made sausage gravy.

Gnocchi: Potato gnocchi, cream, basil pesto, shiitake and portabella, bacon lardon, arugula, poached eggs, green onion, balsamic reduction, toast. Why you’ll love it: This is the rich, sweet and savory breakfast dish you’re going to be craving all Fall and Winter. The creamy pesto sauce and smokey bacon are absolutely delectable and pair perfectly with the fluffy, yet crispy gnocchi.

 

"Come and visit us! We love to welcome regulars and first timers to our restaurant."

General Manager, David Johnson