![]() ![]() Old Bay seasoning is an ingredient I can’t say I’ve seen that often in a Bloody Mary, but I have to admit, it worked. Served in a pint glass with a light lager chaser on the side, the slightly thicker mix has a definitive orange color, which comes from the two main and distinct ingredients, horseradish and Old Bay seasoning. Paired with my Shank Frites was Longman & Eagle’s take on a Bloody Mary. While it might be meant for two, I’ll be honest I went for it and conquered. Definitely a heavier dish, but well worth it. And to finish, a sunny-side up egg plopped in the center. It seemed to melt in my mouth, nostalgic of the days of my Grandma’s pot roast. ![]() ![]() On top, a hunk of beef shank, falling apart as if slow-cooking for hours. Mixed in were pieces of roasted cauliflower and broccoli and I got a nice vinegar crunch from some pickled shallots. The frites were covered in truffle, producing a sharp, salty, garlicky bite. I would compare au poivre to an au jus or a thinner, gravy sauce, rich in flavor. At the base, floating in au poivre sauce were the frites (fries). Prepared similarly to poutine and served as a generous helping, the flavors played so well together. I ordered the Shank Frites and holy crap it was delicious. Naturally I had to put their Bloody Mary to the test.īefore I even start talking cocktails, I have to highlight the food, which stole the show for me. Known for their whiskey collection, cocktails and their innovative farm-to-table dishes, they’ve also received a lot of buzz around their brunch. Need a drink to wet your whistle? Perhaps some R&R after a hearty meal? Longman & Eagle has you covered! The restaurant, with a six-bedroom Inn on its second floor, has become a staple in Chicago since its opening in 2011. ![]()
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