The Chocolate Sanctuary Menu

Modern eatery offering creative American dishes made with chocolate, plus more standard options. Based on 926 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price $$

The Chocolate Sanctuary 60031

Address:
5101 Washington St, Gurnee, IL 60031

Phone: (224) 944-0808

Website: http://www.thechocolatesanctuary.com/

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Wine/Cocktails
The Escape Martini Van Gogh Chocolate vodka, Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, simple syrup
Truffle Martini Godiva Chocolate, Godiva White, Vanilla vodka, a splash of Baileys
Chocolate Cherry Martini Van Gogh Chocolate Vodka, Cherry Heering (contains nuts), Disaronno, White Creme de Cacao, Cranberry Juice, Amarena cherry
Tiramisu Van Gogh Double Dutch Espresso Vodka, Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, Vanilla Vodka, Half and Half, Cocoa Espresso Streusel
Snickers Baileys Irish Cream, Creme de Cocoa, Frangelico
German Chocolate Cake Absolut vodka, amaretto, Creme de Cocoa, chocolate, caramel and toasted coconut
Chocolate Raspberry Mojito Bacardi Rum, Chocolate Trader Vic’s Liquor, simple syrup, fresh lime, mint and raspberries, splash of soda water
Sanctuary Old Fashion Ballotin Chocolate Whiskey, chocolate bitters, simple syrup, muddled orange, and Amarena cherry
Sanctuary Manhattan Tempelton Rye, Carpano Antica Vermouth, bitters, Amarena cherry
Sunset Malibu Coconut Rum, Cruzan Rum, Pineapple and Grenadine
French Martini Vanilla vodka, Chambord, pineapple juice
Pear Martini Absolut Pear Vodka, Saint Germain Elderflower Liqueur, fresh lemon, and simple syrup
Pomegranate Martini Pama pomegranate liqueur, Cointreau, Citroen vodka, lemon juice, grapefruit juice, and orange peel
Elderflower Aperitif Sparkling Moscato D’Asti, St. Germain, and fresh raspberry
Washington Apple Mule Crown Royal, sour apple pucker, ginger beer, a splash of cranberry
Vesper Kettle One, Hendricks, and Lillet
Mionetto Prosecco (187ml), Treviso, Italy	$8.00
Rosa Regale Sparkling Red (187ml), Piedmont, Italy	$9.00
Mionetto Prosecco (750ml), Treviso, Italy	$42.00
Mionetto Rose, Treviso, Italy	$12.00
Veuve Clicquot “Brut”, Champagne, France	$100.00
Laurent Perrier “Rose”, Champagne, France	$150.00
Vivalda “Nettare” Moscato D’Asti, Tuscany, Italy	$10.00
Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand	$9.00
Brassfield Sauvignon Blanc, Clearlake Oaks, California	$10.00
Terre Gaie “Claris” Pinot Grigio, Veneto, Italy	$8.00
Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio, Valdadige, Italy	$14.00
Matchbook Chardonnay, Dunnigan Hills, California	$9.00
Robert Mondavi “Private Selection” Chardonnay, Acampo, California	$7.00
Wonderland Project “The White Queen” Chardonnay, Sonoma County, California	$12.00
Jam Cellars Butter Chardonnay, Lodi, California	$12.00
August Kessler Riesling Kabinett, Rheingau, Germany	$10.00
Seehof Riesling Trocken, Rheinhessen, Germany	$14.00
Buehler White Zinfandel, Napa Valley, California	$9.00
Block Nine “Caiden’s Vineyard” Pinot Noir, Napa, California	$9.00
Meiomi Pinot Noir, St. Helena, California	$12.00
The Velvet Devil Merlot, Quincy, Washington	$8.00
Duckhorn “Decoy” Merlot, Sonoma County, California	$12.00
Peirano Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Lodi, California	$9.00
Smith & Hook Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Coast, California	$13.00
Federalist Cabernet, Lodi, California	$13.00
Joel Gott Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, Califonia	$12.00
Villa Calcinaia “Cappone” Chianti Classico, Italy	$11.00
J-Lohr Syrah, Paso Robles, California	$10.00
Graffigna Malbec, Argentia	$8.00
Rutherford Hill “Barrel Select” Red Blend, Napa Valley, California	$12.00
Trapiche Oak Cask Red Blend, Mendoza, Argentina	$8.00
Beran Zinfandel, Rutherford, California	$10.00
Barossa Valley Shiraz, Barossa Valley, Australia	$9.00
Hess Select “Treo” Red Blend, California	$12.00
Dow’s 10 Year Tawny Port (3 Oz Pour)	$10.00
Dow’s 20 Year Tawny Port (3 Oz Pour)	$13.00
Dow’s 30 Year Tawny Port (3 Oz Pour)	$24.00
Dow’s 40 Year Tawny Port (3 Oz Pour)	$36.00
100 Years Of Dow’s (3/4 Oz Of The 10, 20, 30 & 40)	$30.00
Mer Soleil “Late Harvest” Viognier, Santa Lucia Highlands, California	$40.00
Trentadue “Chocolate Amore”, Alexander Valley, California	$8.00
Inniskillin Vidal Icewine, Niagara, Canada	$55.00
Cocoa Di Vine Chocolate, Florida	$8.00
Alagash White (5.1%) White Wheat creamy, citrus, coriander, hint of banana and clove	$6.00
Krombacher (4.8%) Pilsner clean, crisp, malty	$5.00
Rotating Season Draft Ask server for details	$7.00
Great Lakes Eliot Ness (6.15%) Amber Lager smooth & malty	$5.00
Vandermill Totally Roasted (6.8%) Cider cinnamon, pecan, vanilla	$5.00
Lagunitas Indian Pale Ale (6.2%) white wine, gooseberry, lemon grass, pineapple, melon	$5.00
Merlin Nitro Milk Stout (5.5%) full body, smooth, creamy, oat, cocoa, coffee	$6.00
St. Archer Gold (4.2%) Lager light bodied, crisp, dry finish	$5.00
Peroni Nastro Azzurro (5.1%) Lager	$5.00
Krombacher NA Weizen	$5.00
Grasshopper Crème de Menthe, White Crème de Cacao, Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream	$10.00
Pink Squirrel Crème de Noyaux, White Crème de Cacao, Homemade Vanilla Ice Ceam	$10.00
Brandy Alexander Chistian Brothers Brandy, Dark Crème de Cacao, Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream	$10.00
Chocolate Beer Float Chocolate Beer, Monin Dark Chocolate sauce, Homemade Vanilla Ice cream	$10.00
Tumbleweed Kahlua, White Creme de Cacao, Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream	$10.00
Kids Menu
Two Mini Cheeseburgers served on soft brioche rolls
Grilled Cheese Triangle shaped grilled cheese, cheddar and swiss on housemade brioche
Crispy Chicken Strips 3 pieces of hand breaded chicken breast
Mac And Cheese The cheesiest Mac-n-Cheese ever made
Spaghetti served with butter or housemade marinara sauce
Carrots
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Seasonal Vegetables
Fresh Fruit
French Fries
Cocoa-Parmesan
Steak Fries
Sweet Corn
Beer Menu
Revolution Anti-Hero 6.7% Indian Pale Ale crispy, clean, bitter, citrus and floral notes	$6.00
Alagash White 5.1% White Wheat creamy, citrus, coriander, hint of banana and clove	$5.00
Krombacher 4.8% Pilsner clean, crisp, malty	$6.00
Great Lakes Eliot Ness (6.15%) Amber Lager Smooth and malty. Pairing; turkey burger and chicken pot pie	$5.00
Daisy Cutter 5.2% Indian Pale Ale blended pine, citrus, papaya, mango, biscuit, dry	$5.00
Two Brothers Pinball 5.4% American Pale Ale tropical citrus fruits, hoppy, sweet	$5.00
Snaggle Tooth Bandana 6.5% American Pale Ale grapefruit, pineapple, mango, subtle malt	$5.00
Vandermill Totally Roasted Cider Cinnamon, pecan, vanilla, refreshing. Pairing; salads, Sakura pork chop	$7.00
Lagunitas IPA (6.2%) India Pale Ale Caramel and malty. Pairing; charcuterie plate, calamari, ceviche, and popcorn shrimp	$5.00
Merlin Nitro Milk Stout 5.5% full body, smooth, creamy, oat, cocoa, coffee	$6.00
St. Archer Gold 4.2% light bodied, crisp, dry finish	$5.00
Peroni Nastro Azzurro 5.1% Lager	$5.00
Krombacher NA Weizen	$5.00
Beverages
Hot Chocolate	$3.50
Affogato	$4.50
Americano	$3.50
Cappuccino	$4.50
Espresso	$3.00
Espresso Double	$4.50
Latte	$4.50
Mocha	$4.50
Macchiato	$4.50
Blueberry
Caramel
Cherry
Chocolate
Hazelnut
Lemon cream upon request
Lavender cream upon request
Raspberry
Vanilla
Banana
Caramel
Chocolate
Hazelnut
Mixed Berry
Oreo
Strawberry
Vanilla
White Chocolate
Black Tea Earl Grey, Dark Orange, Dark Chocolate
Decaf Tea Coconut Frenzy, Roasted Almonds, Love, Peach Punch, Herbal Fusion, Egyptian Peppermint
Green Tea Fig Green, Sweet Green Oolong
White / Green Tea Pearlicious
Coke
Diet Coke
Fanta
Ginger Ale
Pibb Xtra
Sprite
Barq’s Root Beer
Apple
Cranberry
Orange
Whole Milk
Skim Milk
Chocolate Milk
Coffee
Decaf Coffee
Lemonade
Brunch Menu
Waffle Pops Assorted toppings
Featuring Assorted Scratch-Made Pastries Doughnuts, Scones, Biscuits, Sticky Buns, Bagels, and more!
Egg/Omelette Station Made to order with fresh ingredients of your choice
Meat Station New York Strip, Ribs, Sausage, Bacon, Eggs Benedict
House-Made Bagels With Fresh Lox Smoked salmon, capers, cream cheese, red onion, sliced cucumbers
Sanctuary Chocolate French Toast Bread Pudding Sourdough and brioche bread baked in eggs, cream, and spices
Shrimp Cocktail
Charcuterie Various seasonal meats and cheeses
Create Your Own Salad Choose from a variety of fresh ingredients: corn, cocoa candied bacon, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, and more!
Ceviche And More!
Fresh-Squeezed Orange Juice
Apple Juice
Milk
Coffee
Fountain Drinks
Summer Bar Menu
Meatballs Three beef meatballs, parmesan, oregano, basil, capers, garlic crostini, marinara	$14.00
Fried Brussel Sprouts Honey cocoa balsamic sauce	$10.00
Baby Back Ribs Double Chocolate Stout BBQ sauce	$19.00
Popcorn Cauliflower Scallions, sesame seeds, sweet Thai chili dipping sauce, pickled onions	$13.00
Onion Rings Krombacher tempura battered onion rings, parmesan ranch, cocoa chipotle ketchup	$12.00
Fresh Fried Calamari Marinara, lemon caper aioli	$17.00
Sanctuary Sliders Two slider versions of our classic house burger. Mini steak burger patties, crispy onion rings, cocoa candied bacon, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, mole mayo (contains nuts)	$14.00
Cheese And Charcuterie Plate Assorted cheeses and meats, mixed nuts, honey, house made jam, Valrhona chocolate, toasted brioche	$15.00
CBR (Chicken, Bacon, Ranch) Flatbread Chicken, cocoa candied bacon, ranch, smoked cheddar, micro greens	$15.00
Caprese Flatbread Cocoa balsamic, heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella	$15.00
Arugula Prosciutto Flatbread Arugula, goat cheese, prosciutto, olive oil	$15.00
Poached Pear Flatbread White wine poached pear, brie, candied pecans, honey	$15.00
Cocoa Dusted Chips	$6.00
Dinner Menu
Meatballs Three beef meatballs, parmesan, oregano, basil, capers, garlic crostini, marinara	$14.00
Fried Brussel Sprouts Served with a honey cocoa balsamic sauce	$10.00
Baby Back Ribs Double Chocolate Stout BBQ sauce	$19.00
Popcorn Cauliflower Scallions, sesame seeds, sweet Thai chili dipping sauce, pickled onions	$13.00
Scallop Poke Marinated sea scallops, avocado, pineapple relish, cocoa dusted wonton chips	$18.00
Fresh Fried Calamari Marinara, lemon caper aioli	$17.00
Monthly Cheese Plate Three cheeses of the month accompanied by mixed nuts, honey, house made jam, Valrhona chocolate, toasted brioche
CBR (Chicken, Bacon, Ranch) Chicken, cocoa candied bacon, ranch, smoked cheddar, micro greens	$15.00
Caprese Cocoa balsamic, heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella	$15.00
Arugula Prosciutto Arugula, goat cheese, prosciutto, olive oil	$15.00
Poached Pear White wine poached pear, brie, candied pecans, honey	$15.00
Sanctuary Salad Romaine, field greens, sweet corn, avocado, cocoa candied bacon, tomatoes, hearts of palm, cheddar, herb parmesan croutons, cocoa vinaigrette	$6.00
Watermelon Caprese Watermelon, fresh mozzarella cheese, cocoa balsamic, fresh basil	$7.00
Caesar Salad Romaine, shaved parmesan, herb parmesan croutons, caesar dressing, anchovy upon request	$6.00
Spinach And Goat Cheese Salad Spinach, dried cranberries, toasted almonds, seasonal fruit, cocoa spiced fried leeks, lemon poppyseed vinaigrette	$6.00
Beet Salad Baby arugula, roasted beets, brûléed goat cheese, pesto (contains nuts), candied walnuts, cocoa vinaigrette, cocoa balsamic glaze	$7.00
Cocoa Spiced Butternut Squash Soup	$5.00
Today’s Sanctuary Soup	$5.00
Plant Based Burger Lettuce, tomato, pickled onions, parmesan spinach pesto with no nuts, choice of cheese	$15.00
Eggplant Lasagna Eggplant “noodles”, house-made marinara Beyond Italian sausage, Vegan cocoa cashew ricotta	$18.00
Cauliflower Grits Topped with crispy mushrooms, spinach	$16.00
The Sanctuary Burger* 10 oz steak burger, crispy onion rings, cocoa candied bacon, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, mole mayo (contains nuts)	$17.00
Smash Burger Double stacked 5 oz patties, smoked cheddar cheese, thick cut bacon, BBQ mayo	$16.00
Mole Chicken Chicken breast, mole sauce (traditional Mexican sauce: chocolate, bread crumbs, nuts, and assorted peppers), arepa con queso, toasted sesame seeds, almonds	$24.00
Duck Confit Duck legs served with baby squash medley, duck fat roasted herb potatoes, pan sauce	$26.00
Chicken Romano Fried chicken breast with fresh mozzarella on top of an arugula and cherry tomato salad, chive oil, cocoa balsamic	$22.00
8 Oz Hanger* Roasted fingerling potatoes, cocoa nib chimichurri, seasonal mushroom medley	$33.00
6 Oz Filet* Garlic mashed potatoes, asparagus, demi glace	$42.00
12 Oz Angus NY Strip* Lyonnaise potatoes with caramelized onions, roasted broccoli, cognac cream sauce	$37.00
14 Oz Frenched Bone-In Pork Chop Baked potato, green beans, mustard sauce	$29.00
Rack Of Lamb* Herb crusted lamb rack, cauliflower puree, glazed carrots, cocoa balsamic sauce	$47.00
Cacao Nib Crusted Salmon Organic Superior Fresh Atlantic Salmon with a cacao nib panko citrus zest crust, cous-cous, carrot puree, brussel sprouts, cocoa-candied bacon, citrus beurre blanc	$33.00
Mahi Mahi White chocolate macadamia nut streusel, coconut cilantro lime rice, pineapple mango relish	$37.00
Shrimp De Jonghe Buttered shrimp, herb and sherry ritz cracker crumb, green bean almondine salad, dijon vinaigrette	$24.00
Seared Sea Scallops Warm corn pudding, brown butter sauce	$35.00
Steelhead Trout Served with a spring pea truffle sauce, roasted fingerling potatoes, shitake mushrooms	$30.00
Cocoa Spiced Fried Walleye House-made slaw, choice of potato	$33.00
Fettuccini Alfredo Fettuccini, alfredo sauce, grilled crostini. Choice of blackened chicken or blackened shrimp	$26.00
Deconstructed Ravioli Layers of tomato vodka sauce, cocoa ricotta, chive oil, pulled short rib	$26.00
Spaghetti Carbonara Cocoa bacon lardons, sous vide egg yolk, parmesan cream sauce	$26.00
Brussels Sprouts And Candied Bacon	$6.00
Corn Pudding	$6.00
Baked Potato	$4.00
Glazed Carrots	$7.00
Baby Squash Medley	$6.00
Lyonnaise Potatoes	$6.00
Garlic Mashed Potato	$5.00
Roasted Broccoli	$7.00
Mac And Cheese	$7.00
Grilled Asparagus	$7.00
Green Beans	$7.00
Mushroom Medley	$6.00
Dessert Menu
Baked Alaska Valrhona chocolate cake topped with house-made ice cream and encased in meringue toasted at the table. Ask you server about todays ice cream flavor	$15.00
Slice Of Heaven Layers of rich chocolate cake and semi-sweet Valrhona Madagascar chocolate ganache. Topped with chocolate buttercream and served with fresh whipped cream and sliced strawberries	$12.00
Beignets Four light and airy doughnuts. Accompanied with fresh berry jam, spiced chocolate sauce, and creme anglaise	$12.00
White Chocolate Creme Brulee With grilled peaches	$8.00
Cup Of Ice Cream Choice of chocolate, vanilla, or flavor of the day	$7.00

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Vanessa T (Vanessence)

The Chef’s Dinners were an experience unto themselves. Creative, fun, and delicious. The people here were wonderful and kind and wherever they land will be the better for having them. Wishing the best for the owners in the next phase of their lives. ❤️

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Amanda Brotko

This is the best brunch I have had in long time. The staff was super friendly and attentive. My steak was perfectly cooked. The omelet station was spot on with several good choices to use in the egg. The waffle station was fun yummy and soft and delicious berries. The salmon and shrimp was fresh. The chocolate bread was a unique flavor. Desert station oh boy is all I can say. Will be back also had a martini and the oj was fresh squeezed oh so fresh

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Mr. Breadloaf

Very mediocre food with a delightful atmosphere. Our appetizer was great (fried Brussels sprouts) and our bread was fantastic with a chocolate butter, but the actual food was bland. It sounded very extravagant on the menu but it was extremely mediocre. I did not enjoy the burger, chicken or fish and would have rather eaten at home. The cake was extremely rich. I cannot stress how rich this cake was as it was at least two steps above a flourless chocolate cake. However, I still enjoyed it. I think a better alternative (if you were to venture to this place) would be to just get drinks and appetizers.

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Nikki Sherman

I really enjoyed the butternut squash soup. The desserts were very good and they prepared the lamb nicely. The lamb came with a cauliflower puree that was very bitter instead of creamy. The salmon my spouse had was very fishy so I think it was slightly old and/or overcooked because it was dry. The cocktails were delicious.

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Cynthia Poulos

Great food and a great atmosphere. We went for the set menu special dinner club. So cool. The chef came out and explained the history and making of the dish. Very fun and highly recommend. I thought the drinks were over priced though.

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Nicole Andersen

A+!! Wow. My friend and I just visited here for the first time for their Sunday brunch. From the warm environment, the gorgeous fireplace and perfect lighting, to the beautiful and scrumptious buffet: eggs Benedict, bacon, sausage, freshly sliced sirloin, made to order waffle stick creations and omelets, the scones, the pastries, the mini crème brûlée deserts, cake pops, cookies, brownies…the buffet list goes on… the freshly ground coffee that comes with adorable sugar cubes and mini dark chocolate sticks to stir- the freshly squeezed orange juice that brought back childhood memories; we literally felt like we had died and gone to Heaven . The staff were all super kind and very accommodating, and the price was perfect for a tight pocket book. I’ve paid a lot more at restaurants for A LOT less. The Chocolate Sanctuary gets a 20 out of 10; we’re looking forward to going back for many more extremely enjoyable visits.

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Lisa Wilson

This is a Must go to place! Went today with my boyfriend and we were both very much pleased! Today we went for breakfast buffet which was an absolutley Amazing experience from the moment we walked in. Customer Service was Amazing and very friendly. We really liked how they cook everything fresh for you on the spot! The price is very reasonable and their food is delicious and fresh! We will definitely be going back! Chicken Waffles, Bacon Waffles and so much more! The restaurant is Beautiful as well as the food! Everyone there is very Professional and Friendly!

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Scott Dooley

Everything was chocolate and everything was pleasant. Been there 3 times and the service is solid. Totally chocolate waisted right now.

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Wanko

Stopped for Saturday Brunch. Good foods and dessert. Freshly made omelette and squeezed orange juice were very nice.

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MiXd DiPz

Nice brunch, good food and lots to choose from!

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