Longman & Eagle
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Restaurant, Hospitality |
| Founded | 2010 |
| Founder | Pete Toalson, Bruce Finkelman |
| Headquarters | Chicago , United States |
| Products | Gastropub cuisine, Inn accommodations |
| Owner | 16" on Center (Bruce Finkelman and Craig Golde) |
| Website | www |
Longman & Eagle is a dining establishment based in the Logan Square district of Chicago, United States. It began operations in 2010.
Background
Launched in 2010 by Pete Toalson and Bruce Finkelman—who are also behind the music venue Empty Bottle—Longman & Eagle originally concentrated on pork-centric dishes under the leadership of its inaugural chef, Jared Wentworth. The venue features a six-room inn, which led food critic Alan Richman to label it a "neo-flophouse."
By 2018, Bruce Finkelman and Craig Golde, through their company 16" on Center, managed numerous Chicago-area music venues including The Empty Bottle, The Promontory, Evanston S.P.A.C.E., and Thalia Hall. Their portfolio also extends to various restaurants and bars situated within these venues as well as independent locations, such as Bite Cafe, Dusek's, and Longman & Eagle.
Menu
Operating as a gastropub, Longman & Eagle offers elevated takes on classic bar cuisine. In its early days, some ingredients were procured from Chicago-based urban forager Dave Odd, who also supplies prominent restaurants like Browntrout and Blackbird.
The establishment places strong emphasis on meat-focused dishes; notably, its tongue hash—featuring beef tongue paired with truffle hash—has attracted considerable media recognition.
Honors and recognition
From 2010 through 2016, Longman & Eagle maintained a 1-star distinction from the Michelin Guide. In 2017, it transitioned to the Bib Gourmand category.