Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe & Banquets Menu
Welcome to Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe & Banquets, a delightful culinary destination located in Darien, IL. This eatery expertly combines the rich flavors of Southern and Mexican cuisines, making every bite a flavorful journey. From the tantalizing BBQ Nachos loaded with pulled pork and cheese to the crowd-pleasing Cajun BBQ Shrimp, each dish embodies comfort and tradition.
Indulge in their generous portions, like the succulent ribs and brisket, while enjoying the casual atmosphere perfect for families, groups, or special events. With amenities like outdoor seating, catering services, and a welcoming vibe for pets, Chuck's is an inviting spot for lunch or dinner. Diners rave about the friendly service and consistent quality, emphasizing favorites like jambalaya and irresistible banana bread pudding. Make your reservation today, dive into southern charm, and experience a meal that brings you home.
Appetizers
BBQ Nachos (3PD)
Hand-cut tortilla strips, Jack & Cheddar cheeses, BBQ Pulled Pork & Chicken, pico de gallo, sour cream & guacamole.
Boudin Balls
pulled pork, Andouille sausage, jambalaya, breaded, fried, side of Cajun ranch
Cajun BBQ Shrimp*
sauted shrimp, Cajun butter sauce, garlic, green onions, bread for soppin'
Chicken Tenders (3PD)
Chicken Wings App (3PD)
choice of sauce, choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing, celery optional
Hot Link Bites
spicy hot link bites, onion rings, on a bed of coleslaw, choice of BBQ sauce
Jal Ched Crnbrd Muffins App
four muffins, served warm w/ honey butter
Loaded Brisket Fries (3PD)
crispy sidewinder fries, smoked beef brisket, mild BBQ sauce, cheese sauce, sour cream & green onions
Loaded Pork Fries (3PD)
crispy sidewinder fries, pulled pork, mild BBQ sauce, cheese sauce, sour cream & green onions
Mozzarella Sticks
fried cheese sticks; choice of dipping sauce
Potato Skins (4)
Four potato skins, bacon, cheddar cheese & green onions.
Quesadillas- Cheese (HH)
Jack cheese, rajas - roasted peppers & onions, guacamole, pico & sour cream
Quesadillas- Pork (HH)
Jack cheese, rajas - roasted peppers & onions, pulled pork, guacamole, pico & sour cream
Quesadillas- Roasted Veggies (HH)
Jack cheese, rajas - roasted peppers & onions, roasted veggies, guacamole, pico & sour cream
Rib Tips
pound of rib tips, choice of sauce
Brunswick Stew (3PD)
Chuck's Red (3PD)
Cream Of Chicken Rice (3PD)
Seafood Gumbo (3PD)
Soups (3PD)
Salads (3PD)
Danish Blue Cheese (3PD)
Garden (3PD)
Super Caesar (3PD)
Tostada Salad
romaine lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, Parmesan cheese, tostada w/ refried black beans, grilled chicken, Jack cheese, pico de gallo & sour cream; red wine vinaigrette
BBQ Chicken Salad
romaine lettuce, tomato, onion, black beans, roasted corn, crispy tortilla strips, pulled smoked chicken; homemade honey chipotle ranch BBQ dressing
1 Cornbread Muffin*
Andouille Sausage Stuffing (3PD)
Baked Beans (3PD)
Baked Potato
Cajun French Fries
Cajun Green Beans (3PD)
Coleslaw (3PD)
French Fries
Mac N' Cheese (3PD)
Mashed Potatoes (3PD)
Rice Pilaf (3PD)
Roasted Veggies (3PD)
Sides
Slow Smoked BBQ (3PD)
BBQ Combo
half slab of baby back ribs, choice of one additional meat: pulled pork, 1/4 smoked chicken, beef brisket, 3 winglets, 3 chicken tenders, choice of BBQ sauce
BBQ Ribs- Full
meaty baby back ribs smoked daily, choice of BBQ sauce
Beef Brisket Dinner
12-hour smoked beef brisket, choice of BBQ sauce
Hot Link Dinner
two homemade slow smoked spicy sausages, choice of BBQ sauce
Pulled Chicken Dinner
pulled smoked chicken, choice of BBQ sauce
Pulled Pork Dinner
14-hour smoked pork shoulder, hand-pulled, choice of BBQ sauce
Rib Tips Dinner
generous portion of our meaty slow-smoked pork rib tips, choice of BBQ sauce
Sampler- 2 Meats
choose 2 meats: pulled pork, 1/4 smoked chicken, pulled chicken, beef brisket, 3 ribs, 3 winglets, 3 chicken strips, rib tips, fried catfish; choice of BBQ sauce *ribs can only be selected once*
Sampler- 3 Meats
choose 3 meats: pulled pork, 1/4 smoked chicken, pulled chicken, beef brisket, 3 ribs, 3 winglets, 3 chicken strips, rib tips, fried catfish; choice of BBQ sauce *ribs can only be selected once*
Smoked Chicken Dinner (3PD)
dry rub, perfect pink smoke ring, choice of BBQ sauce. *All white meat add $2
California Fish Tacos
3 grilled mahi-mahi tacos, honey-chipotle coleslaw; rice pilaf, Super Caesar salad, roasted tomato salsa.(Substitute shrimp for $2 more)
Catfish Dinner
catfish filet, filet or blackened, French fries, coleslaw, cornbread muffin, side of tartar sauce
Chicken Fried Chicken
breaded boneless breast, garlic smashed potatoes, sage gravy & Cajun green beans
Chicken Wings Dinner 8 Piece
8 Chuck's famous wings, breaded, choice of BBQ sauce, ranch or blue cheese dressing
Etoufee (3PD)
Andouille sausage Cajun stew, rice pilaf, Cajun green beans.
Etouffee Chicken & Shrimp (3PD)
Etouffee Chicken (3PD)
Etouffee Shrimp (3PD)
Fried Shrimp Dinner
fried shrimp, cornmeal breading, French fries, coleslaw & cocktail sauce
Jambalaya (3PD)
smoked ham, Andouille sausage, rice, Creole sauce, green onions
Jambalaya Chicken & Shrimp (3PD)
Smoked ham, Andouille sausage, rice, Creole sauce, green onions, blackened chicken & shrimp on top
Jambalaya Chicken (3PD)
Smoked ham, Andouille sausage, rice, Creole sauce, green onions, blackened chicken on top
Jambalaya Shrimp (3PD)
Smoked ham, Andouille sausage, rice, Creole sauce, green onions, blackened shrimp on top
Salmon Dinner
flat-top griddled filet, choice of pico de gallo, honey-chipotle BBQ, Korean BBQ or Cajun butter sauce
Smoked Turkey Dinner
slow smoked turkey, Andouille sausage stuffing, mashed potatoes, Cajun green beans, homemade sage gravy.
Tenders Dinner- 6 Piece
Chuck's famous tenders, breaded, fried & choice of sauce, ranch or blue cheese dressing
Chuck's Specialties
Sandwiches
BBQ Chicken Sandwich
Bacon, Monterey Jack cheese, BBQ Choice
BBQ Combo Sandwich
spicy hot link sausage, brisket, cheddar cheese, choice of BBQ sauce ~ Add a side for $2
BBQ Trio Sandwich
trio of Chuck's meats: brisket, pulled chicken & pork, choice of BBQ sauce, coleslaw & pickles
BBQ Turkey Sandwich
smoked turkey roast, BBQ sauce choice.
Brisket Sandwich
smoked beef brisket, choice of BBQ sauce
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Buffalo Sauce, Lettuce, TomatoChoice Of Dressing
Cajun Ribeye Steak Sandwich
8 oz ribeye steak, red pepper mayo, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato & garlic bread
Catfish Sandwich
fried or blackened catfish filet, lettuce, tomato & tartar sauce
Chicken Cajun Buttermilk
hand battered fried buttermilk chicken breast, pickles, coleslaw, Cajun seasoning, & red pepper mayo
Chicken Sandwich
8 oz marinated chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, choice of red pepper mayo, Jamaican jerk or regular
Chuck's Special
smoked beef brisket, rajas - peppers & onions, melted Jack cheese, & side Au Jus
Hot Link Sandwich
Spicy Hot Link Sausage, choice of BBQ sauce, French bread
Mahi Fish Sandwich
Choose Grilled Or Fried Mahi Filet, Lettuce, Tomato, Tartar Sauce
Pulled Chicken Sandwich
pulled smoked chicken, choice of BBQ sauce
Pulled Pork Sandwich
smoked BBQ pork, choice of BBQ sauce
Turkey Club
smoked turkey, crispy bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, mayo, choice of white or wheat bread
Chuck's Gourmet Burger
grilled to order, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles
Smokehouse Burger
grilled to order, sliced brisket, pulled pork, cheddar cheese, bacon & mild BBQ sauce drizzle
Cheddar Bacon Burger
grilled to order, cheddar cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onion & pickles
Gourmet Burgers
Family Packs
Porkie Pack
1.5# Pulled Pork, Choice of BBQ Sauce On the Side, Choice of 2 Quart Sides & 6 Sandwich Buns; Feeds 4-6 People
Cluck Cluck Pack
Choice of 12 Pc Smoked Chicken or 16 Pc Chicken Tenders, Choice of BBQ Sauce on the Side, Choice of 2 Quart Sides & 4 Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread Muffins w/ Honey Butter; Feeds 4-6 People
Brisket Pack
1.5# Beef Brisket, Choice of BBQ Sauce on the Side, Choice of 2 Quart Sides & 6 Sandwich Buns; Feeds 4-6 People
Rib Combo Pack
18 Rib Bones & Choice of 8 Pc Smoked Chicken or 10 Chicken Tenders, Choice of BBQ Sauce on the Side, Choice of 2 Quart Sides & 4 Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread Muffins w/ Honey Butter; Feeds 4-6 People
Kids Burgers
Kids Chicken Tenders (2)
Kids Cheese Quesadillas
Kids Fish
Kids Grilled Cheese
Kids Mac n Cheese
Kids Pulled Pork
Kids Ribs
Kids (3PD)
Desserts
Banana Bread Pudding
Brownie
bittersweet chocolate & loads of walnuts
