Diver at the Park Opens July 15th

Third-generation restaurateur and designer Adolfo Garcia is taking over the Wheelhouse Hotel in Wrigleyville. He’s bringing his Diver concept and a touch of Tulum to Clark Street. Diver at the Park (3475 N. Clark Street Chicago, IL) is a multi-level concept. 

THE SPACE

The interior of Diver at the Park is much like Adolfo’s River North location covered in florals, greenery, warm tones with the feel of a beachside hut.

The Interior seats 100 and features boho touches like macrame, leafy hanging plants, and floor-to-ceiling glass doors leading out to the beer garden. A wall of TVs will ensure that sports fans can cheer their teams on throughout the year. 

Beer Garden - The dog-friendly 200-person outdoor space features bamboo rattan lounge seating, egg wing chairs, cedar picnic tables, fire pits, life size wooden tree sculptures with swing seating by artist Alex Morales, a jungle themed mural by noted artist JC Rivera, and a vintage camper turned Tulum inspired bar that will serve cocktails, mezcal, beers, and seltzers. The beer garden is partially enclosed and covered by a cedar pergola.  Potted leafy palms and trees dot the space. 

Dot - A lower level speakeasy bar inspired by female athletes through the decades. The name is a nod to Dot from the classic film, A League of Their Own. The space will open Fall 2021 with dark walls, soft lounge furniture, and a bar serving up craft cocktails.  

The Roof - The roof space will open to the public in 2022. 

THE MENU 

The Diver at the Park plans on taking a more laid back approach to its sister River North location with a casual menu of tacos, guacamole, Mexican chicken wings, and other bites at affordable Wrigleyville prices. Guests will see items inspired by menus seen at beachside palapas. 

Key details, timing, and local impact

Menu highlights: 

• Guacamole - avocado, pico de Gallo, lime, microgreens, cilantro (add lobster +12, add bacon +6)

• Chicken Al Pastor Tacos - grilled marinated chicken, Guajillo adobo sauce, pineapple, onion, cilantro, tomatillo salsa

• Almost Vegan Tacos -  sweet potato, mushroom, poblano, chipotle crema, cotija cheese, brussel sprouts

Weekend Brunch Highlights:

• Bottomless Mimosas $25 

• West Coast Tacos - scrambled eggs, potatoes, ham, bacon, cheese, and pico

• Chilaquiles - tomatillo chilaquiles, cheese, two eggs sunny side up, crema (add steak)

• Breakfast at the Diver - scrambled eggs, pacific shrimp, bacon, cheese, pico