Treat Youself to Dover Sole at Restaurant Michael Tonight!

Restaurant Michael (64 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka, Ill.) is offering Dover Sole in honor of the Lenten season tonight (Friday, March 18)! This outstanding dish is available for $36 á la carte or as part of the prix fixe menu—$48/three-course and $55/four-course (plus tax and gratuity).

Become indulged in this luscious dish as the Dover Sole is prepared traditionally in an ultra-light batter or à la Française. Upon ordering, choose how you would like to have your Dover Sole finished—with brown-butter, preserved lemon and capers, or with a lovely Charon sauce accented with fresh tarragon and a pinch of tomato.

The Dover Sole is available in limited quantity so be sure to indicate preference when making a reservation. To make a reservation, please call Restaurant Michael at (847) 441-3100.

Keep in mind, the seven-course Truffle Menu is available for $89 (add a wine flight for $24). Tonight’s featured performance presents the caberet song stylings of Petra van Nuis with guitarist Andy Brown from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

 

Restaurant Michael blackout policy specifics:

• No offer may be used in conjunction with any other offer. This includes EVERYTHING except Restaurant Michael-issued gift certificates.
• No special offers may be redeemed for reservations held after 6:15 p.m. and before 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings.
• Special offerings include those offered by Restaurant Michael such as the Friday night special.
• Blackout dates include Valentine’s, Mothers’ Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and any other generally-recognized special days.

About Restaurant Michael
Restaurant Michael serves classic haute cuisine in a contemporary presentation with French country flair. The restaurant is open for dinner Tuesday through Thursday 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 5:30 p.m. -11:30 p.m.; and Sunday 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Call for seasonal hours. Complimentary parking is available. Major cards accepted. Be sure to “Like” Restaurant Michael on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RestaurantMichael and follow Michael on Twitter at @RestoMichael. Visit http://www.restaurantmichael.com/ for more information.

Restaurant Michael Features Dover Sole Tonight!

In honor of the Lenten season, Restaurant Michael (64 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka, Ill.) is offering Dover Sole tonight (Friday, March 11)!

The sole will be prepared traditionally in an ultra-light batter or à la Française. Upon guest choice, the sole can be finished with brown-butter, preserved lemon and capers or a lovely Charon Sauce accented with fresh tarragon and a pinch of tomato.

The beautiful dish is available á la carte for $36 or as part of the prix fixe menu structure—$48 (three-course) and $55 (four-course) plus tax and gratuity. Be sure to indicate preference when making a reservation as there are only 40 fish available. Please call Restaurant Michael at (847) 441-3100 to make a reservation.

Keep in mind, the seven-course Truffle Menu is available for $89 (add a wine flight for $24). Tonight’s featured performance presents the caberet song stylings of Petra van Nuis with guitarist Andy Brown from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Restaurant Michael blackout policy specifics: •No offer may be used in conjunction with any other offer. This includes EVERYTHING except Restaurant Michael-issued gift certificates.
•No special offers may be redeemed for reservations held after 6:15 p.m. and before 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings.
•Special offerings include those offered by Restaurant Michael such as the Friday night special.
•Blackout dates include Valentine’s, Mothers’ Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and any other generally-recognized special days.

About Restaurant MichaelRestaurant Michael serves classic haute cuisine in a contemporary presentation with French country flair. The restaurant is open for dinner Tuesday through Thursday 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 5:30 p.m. -11:30 p.m.; and Sunday 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Call for seasonal hours. Complimentary parking is available. Major cards accepted. Be sure to “Like” Restaurant Michael on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RestaurantMichael and follow Michael on Twitter at @RestoMichael. Visit http://www.restaurantmichael.com/ for more information.

'Filet of Beef Tenderloin “En Croute” Sauce Perigord' Featured at Restaurant Michael Tonight!

Tonight, (Friday, March 4) Restaurant Michael features Filet of Beef Tenderloin “En Croute” Sauce Perigord, a Restaurant Michael Signature Creation.

Restaurant Michael chef/owner, Michael Lachowicz, first learned of the dish while working in New York under Chef Maxime Ribera. Ribera, a French Master Chef, created the dish for the exclusive “Bocuse d’Or” culinary event in which he placed first.

The dish is made up of a whole roasted tenderloin of beef wrapped in veal and truffle mousse, and baked in a puff pastry. The dish is included in the prix fixe format, $48 (three-course) and $55 (four-course) plus tax and gratuity.

For guests with a lighter appetite, this delectable feature, Filet of Beef Tenderloin “En Croute” Sauce Perigord, is also available à la carte.

Tonight will be the last time to try the luscious dish this season as Restaurant Michael only features it during the winter. Keep in mind, the seven-course Truffle Menu is available for $89 (add a wine flight for $24).

Tonight’s live performance features the cabaret song stylings of Petra van Nuis with guitarist Andy Brown from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Restaurant Michael blackout policy specifics:
•No offer may be used in conjunction with any other offer. This includes EVERYTHING except Restaurant Michael-issued gift certificates.

•No special offers may be redeemed for reservations held after 6:15 p.m. and before 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings.

•Special offerings include those offered by Restaurant Michael such as the Friday night special.

•Blackout dates include Valentine’s, Mothers’ Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and any other generally-recognized special days.

About Restaurant Michael
Restaurant Michael serves classic haute cuisine in a contemporary presentation with French country flair. The restaurant is open for dinner Tuesday through Thursday 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 5:30 p.m. -11:30 p.m.; and Sunday 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Call for seasonal hours. Complimentary parking is available. Major cards accepted. Be sure to “Like” Restaurant Michael on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RestaurantMichael and follow Michael on Twitter at @RestoMichael. Visit http://www.restaurantmichael.com/ for more information.

Whole Maine Lobsters Tonight (Feb. 25) at Restaurant Michael for $29.95

Tonight (Friday, Feb. 25) Restaurant Michael (64 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka, Ill.; (847) 441-3100) features beautiful, 1.25 pound Whole Maine Lobsters for just $29.95! Served butter-poached on a bed of sautéed baby spinach leaves and creamy polenta, this luscious dish is mouth-watering. To finish, the Whole Maine Lobsters are dressed with either hazelnut scented lobster bisque or candied lemon, capers and brown butter.

Be sure to indicate preference when making a reservation as there are only 24 Whole Maine Lobsters available. To make a reservation, please call Restaurant Michael at (847) 441-3100.

Keep in mind, the seven-course Truffle Menu is available for $89 (add a wine flight for $24).

Tonight’s live performance features the cabaret song stylings of Petra van Nuis with guitarist Andy Brown from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Restaurant Michael blackout policy specifics:
•No offer may be used in conjunction with any other offer. This includes EVERYTHING except Restaurant Michael-issued gift certificates.

•No special offers may be redeemed for reservations held after 6:15 p.m. and before 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings.

•Special offerings include those offered by Restaurant Michael such as the Friday night special.

•Blackout dates include Valentine’s, Mothers’ Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and any other generally-recognized special days.

About Restaurant Michael
Restaurant Michael serves classic haute cuisine in a contemporary presentation with French country flair. The restaurant is open for dinner Tuesday through Thursday 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 5:30 p.m. -11:30 p.m.; and Sunday 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Call for seasonal hours. Complimentary parking is available. Major cards accepted. Be sure to “Like” Restaurant Michael on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RestaurantMichael and follow Michael on Twitter at @RestoMichael. Visit http://www.restaurantmichael.com/ for more information.

Restaurant Michael Features an Award-Winning Dover Sole Dish Tonight!

Tonight, in addition to the launch of its 2011 seven-course Truffle Menu ($89 add a wine flight for $24), Restaurant Michael will feature an award-winning, unique version of Dover Sole. Michael Lachowicz learned the dish while working for Jean Banchet of Le Français fame.

The flawless filet of Dover Sole is wrapped in a “turban” around a silky mousse made with scallop. The mousse is just enough to hold lovely pieces of lobster tail in place. The entire affair is wrapped in puff pastry and baked until golden brown.

The melding of the juices from the Dover Sole and Lobster combine to add to a delicious lobster and hazelnut sauce.

This special has no up charge as it fits nicely in the restaurant's prix fixe menu structure, $48 (three-course) and $55 (four-course) plus tax and gratuity.

For guests with a lighter appetite, this special version of Dover Sole is also available à la carte.

Tonight’s live performance features the cabaret song stylings of Petra van Nuis with guitarist Andy Brown from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

For reservations, please call Restaurant Michael at (847) 441-3100.

Restaurant Michael blackout policy specifics:

• No offer may be used in conjunction with any other offer. This includes EVERYTHING except Restaurant Michael-issued gift certificates.
• No special offers may be redeemed for reservations held after 6:15 p.m. and before 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings.
• Special offerings include those offered by Restaurant Michael such as our Friday night special.
• Blackout dates include Valentine’s, Mothers’ Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and any other generally-recognized special days.

About Restaurant Michael
Restaurant Michael serves classic haute cuisine in a contemporary presentation with French country flair. The restaurant is open for dinner Tuesday through Thursday 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 5:30 p.m. -11:30 p.m.; and Sunday 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Call for seasonal hours. Complimentary parking is available. Major cards accepted. Be sure to “Like” Restaurant Michael on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RestaurantMichael and follow Michael on Twitter at @RestoMichael. Visit http://www.restaurantmichael.com/ for more information.

Restaurant Michael Features Dover Sole for the Last Time this Month Tonight (Friday, Feb. 4)!

Restaurant Michael (64 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka, Ill.; (847) 441-3100) will feature Dover Sole "à la Française" for the last time this month tonight (Friday, Feb. 6). The lovely fish will be skillfully finished tableside and served on a bed of Wild Rice Pilaf with a gorgeous Cognac-Kissed Lobster Butter Sauce. For $29.95, this tantalizing dish is available both à la carte and part of the prix fixe menu.
Please indicate preference when making a reservation as there are only 30 portions to sell. For reservations call Restaurant Michael at (847) 441-3100.

Guests are in for an additional treat as tonight’s Friday night live performance will feature the cabaret song stylings of Petra van Nuis with guitarist Andy Brown.

Keep in mind, Restaurant Michael’s Winter Truffle Menu will be available as of this Sunday, Feb. 6. The $89 menu includes Potato-Truffle Soup with Truffle Potato Croquette; Galantine of Foie Gras, Truffles, Pork and Chanterelles with Truffle Madeira Sauce; Chilled Maine Lobster, King Crab and Leek Terrine in Truffled Cognac Lobster Gelée with Shaved Fennel and Truffle Salad, Carrot and Beet Butter; Filet of Wild Sea Bass Poached in Truffle Cream, Yellow and Green Squash “Cappellini” Tossed with Toasted Hazelnut Vinaigrette; Duo of Roasted Tenderloin of Beef and Rack of Lamb, Creamy Truffle-Scented Potato and Celery Root Purée, Truffle and Celery Root “Tian,” and Lamb Jus with Black Truffle; Warm Truffle-Scented Stuffed Brie de Mieux in Crispy Phyllo; concluding with Truffle and Tahitian Vanilla Gelato, Brandy Lace Cookies; and Grand Marnier Chocolate Truffles with Coffee and Hot Tea. Guests may add a three-wine flight option to the truffle menu for an additional $29.

About Restaurant Michael
Restaurant Michael serves classic haute cuisine in a contemporary presentation with French country flair. The restaurant is open for dinner Tuesday through Thursday 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 5:30 p.m. -11:30 p.m.; and Sunday 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Call for seasonal hours. Complimentary parking is available. Major cards accepted. Be sure to “Like” Restaurant Michael on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/RestaurantMichael and follow Michael on Twitter at @RestoMichael. Visit www.restaurantmichael.com/ for more information.

Whole Maine Lobsters Tonight at Restaurant Michael

Today (Friday, Jan. 21), Restaurant Michael (64 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka, Ill.; (847) 441-3100) features Whole Maine Lobsters! For $29 per person, the lobsters weigh 1.25 pounds each and are served butter poached on a bed of sautéed baby spinach leaves and creamy polenta, dressed with either hazelnut scented lobster bisque or candied lemon, capers and brown-butter.

Be sure to indicate preference when making a reservation as there are only 25 Whole Maine Lobsters available. Reservations can be made by phone at (847) 441-3100 or at http://www.restaurantmichael.com/.

Restaurant Michael will also be featuring the cabaret song stylings of Petra Van Nuis with guitarist Andy Brown from 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

About Restaurant Michael
Restaurant Michael serves classic haute cuisine in a contemporary presentation with French country flair. The restaurant is open for dinner Tuesday through Thursday 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 5:30 p.m. -11:30 p.m.; and Sunday 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Call for seasonal hours. Complimentary parking is available. Major cards accepted. Be sure to “Like” Restaurant Michael on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RestaurantMichael and follow Michael on Twitter at @RestoMichael. For more information, visit http://www.restaurantmichael.com/ or call (847) 441-3100.

Dover Sole Special Making Final Appearance of the Year at Restaurant Michael Tomorrow

The Dover Sole special will make its final appearance of the year at Restaurant Michael (64 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka, Ill.) tomorrow Friday, Nov. 12. Don’t miss your last chance to enjoy Dover Sole finished tableside with a choice of Capers, Parsley and Lemon Butter, or Classic Toasted with Almond Butter for $29!

Be sure to indicate your preference when making a reservation as there are only 24 orders of Dover Sole available. For reservations, go to OpenTable.com or call (847) 441-3100.

Thanksgiving at Restaurant Michael
Interested in kicking back and letting someone else do the cooking this Thanksgiving? Keep in mind Thanksgiving dinner will be hosted from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Restaurant Michael Thursday, Nov. 25, offering both dine-in and “Thanksgiving To Go” for $49 per person (plus tax and gratuity).

All orders for “Thanksgiving To Go” must be placed in advance by Sunday, Nov. 21 directly with Chef Michael Lachowicz at (847) 404-6916. Dine-in reservations are accepted in 15-minute intervals and may be made through OpenTable.com or calling Restaurant Michael at (847) 441-3100.

Restaurant Michael is located at 64 Green Bay R. in Winnetka, Ill. (847) 441-3100. Complimentary parking is available. Learn more at http://www.restaurantmichael.com/. Be sure to “Like” Restaurant Michael on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RestaurantMichael and follow Michael on Twitter at @RestoMichael.

Restaurant Michael Plans 5th Anniversary Celebration October 6

Chef Michael Lachowicz knows how to throw a dinner party. He's celebrating the 5th anniversary of Restaurant Michael (64 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka, 847-441-3100) 7 p.m. Wednesday, October 6. He has invited his chef friends to join him in creating a fabulous six-course anniversary dinner and you're invited too. The cost per person is $175 plus tax and gratuity; reservations are required. Restaurant Michael will donate 5 percent of the evening’s proceeds to the nonprofit PAWS Chicago, the city’s largest no kill and humane pet adoption organization.

Joining Michael are Roland Liccioni, chef/consultant and former Le Francais chef/owner; Patrick Chabert, long-time sous chef to Jean Banchet and Liccioni at Le Francais and now caterer; Paul Wildermuth, former executive chef of KDK Restaurant Group (Opera, Red Light, etc.) and now executive chef at Briarwood Country Club; and John Bubula, former chef/owner of Thyme and Timo and now chef/instructor at Kendall College.

The six-course menu includes a first course of passed hors d'oeuvres (Michael Lachowicz), a second course featuring Roasted Eggplant, Couscous, Roasted Red Pepper Tureen with cauliflower cream (Roland Liccioni), a third course presenting Foie Gras and Truffle Ravioli with Périgord Sauce (Patrick Chabert), a fourth course of Roasted Filet of Wild Striped Bass over Boulangere potatoes and Pinot Noir Jus (Paul Wildermuth), a fifth course featuring Farm Plate Trio of Squab, Quail and Rabbit (Michael Lachowicz), and the sweet sixth course, with Warm Apple Sabayon with Gingerbread, Pecorino Cheese and Red Wine Syrup (John Bubula).

Courses will be paired with a vintage champagne, Puligny-Montrachet, DRC Burgundy, and a vintage Port.

To make reservations, please call Restaurant Michael at 847-441-3100.

About Restaurant MichaelRestaurant Michael, located at 64 Green Bay Rd in Winnetka, Ill. 60093, serves classic haute cuisine in a contemporary presentation with French country flair. The restaurant is open for dinner Tuesday through Thursday 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 5:30 p.m. -11:30 p.m.; and Sunday 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Complimentary parking is available. Valet is available on Friday and Saturday. Major cards accepted. For more information contact Restaurant Michael at (847) 441-3100 or http://www.restaurantmichael.com/. “Like” Restaurant Michael on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RestaurantMichael or follow on Twitter at @RestoMichael.

Weekly Specials at Restaurant Michael, August 13-14

This weekend, Restaurant Michael is offering a dinner special on Friday, and Saturday. Friday, August 13, Michael will take the edge off the bad luck date with a beautiful Grilled Prime Filet of Beef Tenderloin and Half Maine Lobster, butter poached. This is paired with a savory Saffron Rice Pilaf scented with minced chive. The vegetable for the dish is an incredible Carrot Mousse with Tiny Summer Squash. The combination of the sweet lobster and carrot mousse with saffron rice is beautiful and "over the top" with the addition of the tenderloin. According the chef/owner Michael Lachowicz, "it's how it should be done!" This dish is an incredible value at $29.

Saturday, August 14, Restaurant Michael features its now famous Whole Roasted Dover Sole with toasted almonds or capers in brown butter with lemon. The sole is $29, but is limited to just 30 orders. Be sure to request a sole dish when making a reservation.

Restaurant Michael is located at 64 Green Bay Rd. in Winnetka, Ill. serving classic French cuisine with a contemporary twist. Reservations may be made at (847) 441-3100 or opentable.com. Visit www.restaurantmichael.com for more information. Follow Restaurant Michael on Twitter and Facebook.