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4.0 159 reviews
#1 of 5 American in Northfield
#1 of 9 Restaurants in Northfield
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Location and contact

305 Happ Rd, Northfield, IL 60093
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+1 847-784-9200
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Menu

STARTERS
Happ Inn's Famous Guacamole
Fresh avocado topped with homemade pico de gallo & served with warm crispy corn tortilla chips
$14.95
Add Veggies $2.95
Herbed Hummus
Homemade flatbread, jicama, carrots, red peppers & cucumbers
$13.95
Chicken Quesadillas
Flour tortillas, Chihuahua cheese, pico de gallo, sour cream & salsa verde
$13.95
Steak or Shrimp Quesadillas Add $4.00
Baked Goat Cheese
Baked goat cheese with tomato basil sauce & toasted baguette
$13.95
Fried Calamari
Crispy calamari, pickled banana peppers & spicy marinara sauce
$14.95
Dozen Jumbo Chicken Wings
Buffalo, bbq or plain with ranch dressing
$15.95
Margherita Flatbread
Marinara, fresh mozzarella, roma tomatoes, pesto & fresh basil chiffonade
$13.95
Spinach & Goat Cheese Flatbread
Goat & mozzarella cheeses, sun-dried tomatoes & garlic spinach
$13.95
Housemade Cornbread
Cast iron skillet baked & served with brown sugar butter
$8.95
BUILD A BURGER
Comes with lettuce, tomato, onion on your choice of brioche, pretzel or wheat oat bun. Served with a choice of fries, chips, coleslaw, sweet potato fries or add $2.50 for a 1/2 order of a Happ side
Pick a Half Pound Patty
Prime Beef $13.95
Mexican Turkey $13.95
High Plains Bison $19.95
Roasted Veggie & Black Bean $15.95
Toppings
Applewood-Smoked Bacon, Sunny Side Up Egg, Sautéed Mushrooms, Avocado, Guacamole
$1.00
Cheese
American, Swiss, Cheddar, Blue, Pepper Jack
$1.00
Sauces
Horseradish, Blue Cheese Dressing, Chipotle Mayo, Poblano Crema, Tabasco
$0.50
HANDCRAFTED SANDWICHES
Served with a choice of fries, chips, coleslaw, sweet potato fries or add $2.50 for a 1/2 order of a Happ side
Seared Tuna Steak Sandwich
Cucumber, carrot & red onion slaw, with soy aioli on a brioche bun
$18.95
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Our juicy, breaded chicken topped with swiss cheese, fresh tomato & our tangy cabbage-kale slaw, served on a brioche bun. Also available grilled gluten-free
$15.95
Pulled Pork Sandwich
House smoked pulled pork, BBQ sauce, coleslaw & crispy onions on a pretzel bun
$15.95
French Dip
Thinly sliced prime rib on a crispy baguette with au jus & horseradish sauce for dipping
$17.95
HAPP SPECIALTIES
Carlos' Skirt Steak Frites
Grilled 12 oz skirt steak, served on crispy garlic bread with parmesan truffle frites & red wine compound butter
$28.95
Grilled Atlantic Salmon
Grilled Atlantic salmon served with quinoa rice, pureed fresh corn & poblano salsa, topped with a side of Mexican style slaw
$24.95
Grilled Jumbo Gulf Shrimp
Roasted cauliflower, brussel sprouts & heirloom cherry tomatoes in a creamy guajillo sauce
$28.95
Lake Superior Whitefish
Pan-seared whitefish served over cauliflower "rice" & chopped parsley, topped with roasted carrots in a lemon-butter sauce
$24.95
Fish & Chips
Tecate beer battered fresh cod, french fries & housemade tartar sauce
$19.95
Tilapia Tacos
Lightly blackened fresh tilapia, chipotle mayo, cabbage slaw & pico de gallo served in corn tortillas with a side of Mexican rice
$15.95
Chicken Tinga Tacos
Pulled chicken tinga, poblano crema, avocado, lettuce, pico de gallo & queso fresco, served in corn tortillas with a side of Mexican rice
$15.95
Chicken Enchiladas
Pulled chicken tinga wrapped in corn tortillas, creamy tomatillo salsa, Chihuahua cheese, sour cream, lettuce, pico de gallo & Mexican rice
$17.95
General Happ's Fried Chicken
Half a chicken served with french fries & coleslaw
$19.95
All White or Dark Meat Add $4.00
Pan Seared Shrimp Spaghetti Pasta
Roasted tomato sauce, julienne zucchini and garlic bread
$29.95
SOUPS
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Queso fresco & tortilla strips
Cup $4.95
Bowl $6.95
Turkey Chili
Sour cream, onions, pasta & cheddar
Cup $5.50
Bowl $8.50
SALADS
Add Protein: grilled or blackened chicken $3.95 | BBQ pork $3.95 | shrimp $7.95 | salmon $7.95 | tuna $8.95 | 6 oz skirt steak $8.95
Wedge Salad
Iceberg, applewood-smoked bacon, Danish blue cheese, tomato, red onion & blue cheese dressing
$15.95
Quinoa & Beet Salad
Romaine & kale, duo of red & yellow quinoa, diced red beets, heirloom cherry tomatoes, feta, roasted cauliflower & candied walnuts in a champagne vinaigrette
$18.95
Caesar Salad
Chopped romaine & kale, diced tomato, parmesan cheese, crouton & caesar dressing
$15.95
Tossed Cobb Salad
Romaine, iceberg & field greens, swiss cheese, avocado, egg, applewood-smoked bacon, tomato & 1000 island dressing
$18.95
Nicoise
Field greens, green beans, egg, tomato, dill potatoes, Kalamata olives, soy-lime aioli & herb vinaigrette
$18.95
Southwest Chopped Salad
Romaine, iceberg & field greens, corn, tomato, red pepper, black beans, tortilla strips & chipotle ranch dressing
$18.95
Willow Road
Romaine, iceberg & field greens tossed with toasted almonds, heirloom cherry tomatoes, house-made cornbread croutons, goat cheese, charred corn, dried dates, fresh avocado, & champagne vinaigrette
$18.95
HAPP SIDES
$6.95
Steamed Broccoli
Sautéed Garlic Spinach
Wood Oven Roasted Cauliflower
Wood Oven Roasted Brussel Sprouts
Truffled Mashed Potatoes
Mixed Grilled Vegatables
LIBATIONS
SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
Cadillac Margarita
Casamigos Reposado Tequila, Grand Marnier & Fresh Lime Juice
$14.00
French Pear Martini
Absolut Pear, St. Germain, Chambord, Fresh Lemon & Lime Juice
$13.00
Mango or Blueberry Mojito
Bacardi Limon, Simple Syrup, Mango or Blueberry & Mint
$14.00
Pick Your Mule
Moscow – Russian Standard Vodka; Kentucky – Maker's Mark
$13.00
Dark & Stormy
Gosling's Black Seal Rum, Ginger Beer & Fresh Lime Juice
$12.00
Man-Happ-Inn
Bulleit Burbon, Sweet Vermouth, Cherry Juice, Angostura Bitters & Original Maraschino Cherries
$14.00
Mezcal Paloma
Casamigos Mezcal, Grapefruit Juice, Sweet Vermouth, Organic Agave, Fresh Lime Juice
$14.00
Sparkling Sunset
Citron Vodka, Cointreau, Prosecco, Cranberry & Lime Juice
$12.00
Green Hornet
Bombay Sapphire, Cucumber, Fresh Lime Juice, Cilantro & Serrano Pepper
$14.00
SPARKLING
Mionetto Moscato | Veneto, Italy
Crisp with flavors of peaches & honey
187ml $11.00
Syltbar Premium Prosecco Rose | Friuli, Italy
100% Merlot low calorie 63 per 6 oz. glass
$14.00
$43.00
Syltbar Premium Prosecco | Friuli, Italy
Low calorie 49 per 6 oz. glass
$14.00
$43.00
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About
Located in the Village of Northfield, The Happ Inn has become a neighborhood staple known for its inviting and dynamic atmosphere, fresh quality food, specialty craft beers and diverse wine list. This award winning restaurant is the perfect place to meet friends and family for a casual dinner or to grab a cold beer and quick bite while watching the game on a flat screen TV in the bar. After 30 years as a restauranteur in Highland Park, Carlos Nieto has created a sense of community at The Happ Inn. He welcomes every customer as if they were a member of his own family. The unique draw to The Happ Inn is a result of the influence of its head chef. Freddy Sanchez brings his culinary sensibility
PRICE RANGE
US$ 20 - US$ 30
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, After-hours
CUISINES
American, Bar, Contemporary
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service
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Reviewed 15 September 2020
One of our favorites on the North Shore

Have always enjoyed The Happ Inn, and have been impressed with what they've done during Covid. Huge tent in the parking lot allows protection from the elements and fresh air, and their food and beer options remain excellent.

Date of visit: July 2020
Helpful?2  
Reviewed 1 September 2020
Great tent to eat outside in their parking lot!

Thank you, Carlos, for all of your cooks, servers, hosts, etc. The food is always excellent here, the service is always outstanding....and it's even better with the outdoor tent where we can dine outside. The Sunshine Burger will always be my favorite!

Date of visit: August 2020
Helpful?3  
Reviewed 3 July 2020 via mobile
Socially-distanced Delicious Dinner

It was so nice to go out for dinner again! We opted to eat inside instead of the outdoor tented area. We felt safe - socially-distant, masks and rigorous cleaning protocols in place. The food was delicious - flatbread appetizer and salmon, whitefish and skirt...steak entrees. Service was exceptional! Thank you Happ Inn!More

Date of visit: July 2020
Helpful?2  
Reviewed 2 February 2020 via mobile
Solid American menu

Established North Shore restaurant with good food, fun atmosphere, and lively bar area. Been coming here for many, many years. Favorites include skirt steak, chili, guacamole and salsa, salads and especially their southwest ranch dressing. The mashed potatoes were lacking in flavor last night. Cute...birthday dessert for our teenage birthday girls and we enjoy their round tables or big booths.More

Date of visit: February 2020
Helpful?2  
Reviewed 26 December 2019
The best Saturday brunch deal!

Come for lunch on a Saturday and get $5 bloody mary's or mimosa's and a fantastic $11 sunrise burger! Carlos is so welcoming and so is that great hostess named Kiley.

Date of visit: December 2019
Helpful?1  
Reviewed 2 December 2019 via mobile
A comfortable environment with good service and food

Though we go to Happ Inn on a somewhat regular basis, I realized we have failed to post a review. Happ Inn is a local restaurant with great service and consistently good food. We are most often there for lunch and have not been disappointed....The tacos are generously portioned and tasty. The soups are always good, especially the chili. The Cuban is a favorite with the appetizer quesadillas a close second (the appetizer is a meal portion!). The host/hostess at the door is always friendly and the servers are attentive and helpful. We have not been disappointed.More

Date of visit: December 2019
Helpful?2  
Reviewed 22 September 2019
Just stopped Inn

Staff was awesome at first entry and was very inviting. Thanks for the beer!!!! Order the corn bread its awesome. Also the Bison burger is off the hook amazing.

Date of visit: September 2019
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Reviewed 16 July 2019
Nice Dinner

Our selections this evening were the margarita flatbread , the Pick 3 Combo {soup salad and a slider) and a hamburger. Each item was tasty and we had pleasant service. Not too noisy so we could converse comfortably

Date of visit: July 2019
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Reviewed 7 April 2019
Good food and service in a nice setting.

A group of us went to The Happ Inn last Friday night for dinner and had a thoroughly nice time. It was absolutely packed but we had booked and were shown to our table very quickly. Our server welcomed us and looked after us very...well. I had the fried chicken and it was delicious- hot, moist and very tasty. Everyone in our party enjoyed their meals and I have no hesitation in recommending the Happ Inn to anyone who enjoys good food and service.More

Date of visit: March 2019
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Reviewed 15 January 2019 via mobile
Dinner for two

Selections nothing exceptional, prices seem high for meal as presented. Overall noisy atmosphere not conducive to quiet conversation.

Date of visit: February 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Happ Inn Bar and Grill
  • Yes, The Happ Inn Bar and Grill offers takeaway services.
  • Yes, The Happ Inn Bar and Grill offers delivery services.
  • The Happ Inn Bar and Grill is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
    • Food: 4
    • Service: 4
    • Value: 3.5
    • Atmosphere: 4