Eastside Eats: Teller’s of Hyde Park
Lobster for $20, martinis for $4, and a multitude of moderately priced craft brews on tap – one might not expect to find such things in the middle of Hyde Park, surrounded by boutiques and million dollar estates, but there is a very welcome surprise to be found in the Square.
Teller’s of Hyde Park has a lot of exceptional drinking and dining options to offer guests. The food is varied and well prepared, the beverages are well crafted and chosen, and the dining environment is unique and interesting.
The restaurant, which recently updated its interior, artfully incorporates the old décor of the bank that used to operate at its location. The vault has been turned into a semi-private dining room. The fronts of lockboxes make an interesting addition to napkin and condiment holders on the tables. The high ceilings, second floor, wide skylights, and warm colors create an open, inviting and lively atmosphere. And the outdoor patio and bar are a wonderful place to dine with friends on a nice afternoon or evening.
Although the location used to be a bank, a visit to Teller’s, especially during happy hour, shouldn’t break yours. Wednesday nights are ideal for cocktail lovers, as all of the listed martinis can be had for only $4 each, from classic cosmopolitans to the popular crème brûlée martini.
The weeknight happy hour also includes the newly created carafe happy hour, where the bar features a daily rotating beverage in a four-cocktail carafe for $14. Mojito Mondays, Sangria Tuesdays, Margaritas Wednesday, Blood Orange Cosmo Punch Thursdays and Pomegranate Lemonade for Fridays are on the schedule.
Most appetizers, including the crispy and delicious Buffalo chicken egg rolls (a hot blend of cheese, chicken, pepperoni that is not to be missed), the chicken quesadilla with pleasantly spicy poblano, and fresh crab cakes are $6.00, though beware, the special appetizer pricing ends at 6:00 pm sharp.
Drafts are $1.00 off the already reasonable prices from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. A peek at the draft selection usually yields rotating kegs of Dogfish Head, Southern Tier’s imperial line, Bells Brewery and Goose Island, among many others. If the draft list doesn’t satisfy a craft-brew craving, check the bottled selections for additional options.
Lobster Monday at Teller’s features a full lobster with a side of Teller’s mashed potatoes and asparagus for $20.00.
Saturday and Sunday mornings, Teller’s is open for brunch. The brunch menu has a variety of items from sweet to savory, including bananas Foster French toast, crab cake Benedict, daily quiches and the decadent goetta hot brown — seared challah bread topped with goetta, onions, gravy, cheddar, hollandaise sauce, and bacon.
A major strength at Teller’s is the varied dinner menu, including pizzas, salads, pastas and main entrees like a Kobe beef burger available for $12.00.
So Eastsiders, take a trip over to Teller’s for an excellent brunch, lunch, or dinner, or even an after-work Martini or craft beer. Enjoy the warm and open décor inside or take advantage of the nice patio on a sunny day.
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