The Foxtail Menu (Update 2025)

The Foxtail in Des Plaines, IL offers a unique dining experience with a focus on Mediterranean cuisine, cocktails, and seafood. Known for its attention to detail, The Foxtail provides a range of amenities such as outdoor seating, compostable containers, and reusable tableware. The menu boasts an array of gluten-free options and standout dishes like the Burrata Fig Mostarda and Shrimp Saganaki. Customers have raved about the flavorful cocktails, generous portion sizes, and excellent service provided by the friendly staff. The restaurant’s ambiance, set in a former church overlooking the lake, adds to its charm and appeal. With a variety of flavorful options and a welcoming atmosphere, The Foxtail is a must-visit for those looking for a memorable dining experience.

Hummus And Veggies (GF)

spicy fresno and garlic hummus, cucumbers, house pita

$12.00

Garlic Labneh (GF)

walnut fresno salsa, pita

$12.00

Brick Oven Roasted Cauliflower

tahini, cilantro lemon sauce, almonds, pomegranate seeds

$16.00

Burrata Fig Mostarda (GF)

figs, apricots, cherries, crostinis, truffle drizzle

$17.00

Lamb & Kefta Kabob (GF)

garlic hummus, house pita, parsley, onion tomato salsa

$16.00

Maine Lobster Dynamite (GF)

celery, lemon juice, chive, spicy aioli, brioche

$25.00

Grilled Octopus (GF)

shishito peppers, potatoes, fresno aioli

$15.00

Chicken Wings (GF)

lebanese style, lemon, cayenne, cilantro, garlic

$16.00

Chicken Shawarma Rolls

phyllo, cabbage, red peppers, mozzarella, spicy garlic aioli, French fries

$16.00

Crab Claws (GF)

tarragon butter sauce, fries, and lemon zest

$26.00

Shrimp Saganaki (GF)

ragu, savory, ouzo, feta cheese, shishito pepper, crostini

$24.00

Alaskan King Crab Legs

Cold or grilled, old bay garlic butter

$48.00

Crab Cake

lumbo and king crab, avocado, wasabi aioli, chives, brioche

$21.00

Pork Belly Bruschetta

goat cheese, walnuts, dates, pork belly, calabrian chili, honey balsamic glaze, ciabatta

$16.00

Seared Diver Scallops (GF)

beurre blanc, blood orange, salsify root, dill

$21.00

Za' Atar

tomato, cucumber, onion, arugula, and feta

$14.00

Chicken

EVOO, shishito peppers, red onion, red bell pepper, savory, brie, and mozzarella cheese

$17.00

Taleggio

mushrooms, honey, truffle, and arugula

$19.00

Prosciutto

burrata, mozzarella, prosciutto, figs, calabrian chili oil, arugula, apricot, cherry drizzle, EVOO

$19.00

Little Gem (GF)

cabbage, lettuce, red bell pepper, cucumber, tomatoes, radish, cilantro, parsley, mint, scallions, toasted pita, sumac citrus vinaigrette

$16.00

Poached Pear (GF)

frisee, romaine, candied spiced pecans, goat cheese, roasted butternut squash, pear, citrus balamic vinaigrette

$18.00

Burrata Wedge (GF)

burrata, cranberry, almonds, red pepper, bacon, tomato, white balsamic blue cheese vinaigrette

$18.00

Roasted Beet (GF)

roasted beets, goat cheese, pumpkin seeds, red onions, cherry tomatoes, arugula, romaine, citrus lemon & EVOO

$17.00

Butternut Lentil Soup (GF)

butternut squash, coconut milk, red lentil, tomato, pita chips, pepitas

$7.00

Caviar Toast

ounce oscietra caviar, creme fraiche, chives, ciabatta

$90.00

Seafood Tower

Small $. | Large $. oysters, shrimp, king crab leg, crab claws, lobster | Add oz Caviar +$.

$180.00

Oysters (GF)

half dozen $. | dozen $.

$21.00

Lobster Maki Roll

maine lobster, avocado, jalapeno, mango aioli, soy glaze

$22.00

Smoked Salmon

house smoked salmon, creme fraiche, red onion , pomegranate caviar, dill, EVOO, rye

$18.00

Tuna Tataki (GF)

Japanese salsa, avocado, citrus soy, spicy sesame oil

$19.00

Hamachi Crudo (GF)

pineapple puree, serrano, crispy shallot, citrus soy, EVOO

$19.00

Seared Salmon (GF)

Kalamata olive puree, lemon slices, orange zest, dill, fried capers, citrus soy, EVOO

$17.00

Jumbo Shrimp (GF)

cocktail, lemon wedge

$20.00

Tuna Poke Bowl (GF)

cucumber, avocado, daikon, ginger soy drizzle, spicy mayo, black sesame, wasabi furikake

$19.00

Salmon Poke Bowl (GF)

edamame, cucumber, avocado, fried shallot, ginger soy drizzle, spicy miso mayo, shiso furikake, toasted sesame

$18.00

Shrimp Poke Bowl (GF)

avocado, cucumber, masago, spicy mayo, ginger soy drizzle, shiso furikake, togarashi, toasted sesame

$17.00

Chirashi Poke Bowl (GF)

chefs selection fresh fish, serrano, avocado, edamame, japanese salsa, ginger soy drizzle, wasabi furikake

$22.00

Fox Filet Poke Bowl (GF)

filet, shishito pepper, mixed mushrooms, poke sauce, chives, spicy crispy garlic, white sesame seeds

$28.00

Atlantic Salmon (GF)

pan-seared salmon, asparagus, garlic mash potatoes, soy mustard glaze

$29.00

Pan Seared Snapper

duck fat fingerling potatoes, crispy garlic green beans, tomato tarragon, beurre blanc

$36.00

Beef Shawarma

skirt steak, pita, onions, roasted tomatoes, parsley, radish, tahini sauce, fries

$23.00

The Fox Burger (GF)

two patties, grilled and griddled, Swiss, cabbage, garlic dressing, tomato, pickles, fries

$18.00

Basic B Burger (GF)

two patties, grilled and griddled, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onions, bacon, house-made , fries

$18.00

Mac & Cheese

roasted bell pepper cream, toasted parmesan breadcrumbs | Add Shrimp +$. | Add Chicken Breast +$.

$17.00

Crispy Duck Risotto

duck leg, freekeh, mushroom medley, herb butter, parmigiano, cherry bordelaise

$34.00

Brick Chicken

amish chicken, garlic sauce, arugula, roasted potatoes.

$26.00

Foxtail "Paella"

orzo, chicken, andouille sausage, shrimp, bang island mussels, red bell pepper, onion, snow peas, saffron broth, parsley

$29.00

Moroccan Tagine

squash, onions, chickpeas, peppers, zucchini, harissa, moroccan spiced couscous | Add Shrimp +$. | Add Chicken Breast +$.

$19.00

Pork Chop (GF)

ounce grilled pork chop, crispy pancetta, mashed potatoes, broccolini, corn salsa, taleggio cheese sauce

$34.00

Lamb Shank (GF)

braised colorado lamb shank, parsnip potato puree, roasted carrots, roasted almonds and pine nuts

$54.00

Petit Filet Mignon (GF)

ounce, mash potatoes, seasonal vegetables, spicy butter, bordelaise sauce

$41.00

New York Strip (GF)

ounce, scallions, seasonal vegetables, garlic mash, bordelaise sauce

$58.00

Mozzarella Flatbread

$10.00

California Roll

$10.00

Cheeseburger With Fries

$11.00

Grilled Cheese With Fries

$8.00

Grilled Chicken With Fries

$10.00

Mac N Cheese

$8.00

Grilled Shrimp With Fries

$13.00

Modelo Especial, Modelo Brewing, Mexico

Mexican Lager

$6.00

Krombacher, Germany

Pilsner

$8.00

Allagash White, Maine

Belgium Style Wheat Beer

$8.00

Floyds, Zombie Dust, Indiana

Pale Ale

$9.00

Half Acre Brewing, Daisy Cutter, Chicago, IL

Pale Ale

$8.00

Revolution Brewing, Chicago, IL

Rotating Selection

$8.00

Hopewell Brewing, Chicago, IL

Hazy IPA

$8.00

Left Hand Brewing, Colorado

Nitro Milk Stout

$8.00

Miller Lite

$6.00

Coors Light

$6.00

Budweiser

$6.00

Estrella

Spanish Lager

$6.00

Corona

$6.00

Heineken

$6.00

Heineken .

$6.00

Guinness

$7.00

Lagunitas Hop Water

Non - Alcoholic

$5.00

Topo Chico Hard Seltzer

Rotating Flavor

$7.00

Rotating Hop Butcher

$9.00

Angry Orchard

$6.00

Athletic Brewing Co

$6.00

Beer

Wine

La Gioissa Brut, Prosecco, Italy NV

$11.00

Robert De Nola, Cava Rose, Spain NV

$12.00

Langlois Chateau, Cremant De Loire, France

$16.00

Rose, Sparkling, Kir Yanni 'Akakies' Greece NV

$14.00

Lambrusco Grasparossa, Cleto Chiarli, Italy NV

$31.00

Champagne, Poilvert-Jacques, Brut, France NV

$85.00

Rose, Sparkling, Veuve Clicout, France NV

$125.00

Blanc De Blancs, Jacquart, France

$112.00

Champagne, Bollinger, Grand Cuvee, France NV

$105.00

Champagne, Dom Perignon, France

$350.00

Zoe, Rose, Greece

$11.00

Unshackled By Prisoner, CA

$51.00

Bordeaux Blanc, Chateau Freynell, Bordeaux, France

$10.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Stoneleigh, Marlborough, New Zealand

$12.00

Cakebread Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, CA

$19.00

La Doria, Moscato Dasti, Italy

$12.00

Provenance, Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, CA

$52.00

Alpha Estate, Sauvignon Blanc, Greece

$51.00

Bouchard Aine & Fils, Chardonnay, Burgandy FR

$13.00

Raeburn, Sonoma, CA

$14.00

Salus, Staglin Family Estate, Napa Valley

$110.00

Fisher Vineyards, "Mountain Estate", Sonoma, CA

$125.00

Evenstand Reserve, Domaine Serene, Dayton, OR

$145.00

Pinot Grigio, Terra Alpina, Italy

$13.00

Moschofilero, Salto Wild Yeast, Skouras, Greece

$13.00

Atlantis White, Argyros Estate, Greece

$15.00

Sancerre, Domaine Reverdy Ducroux, France

$17.00

Riesling, Dr Loosen Blue Slate, Germany

$13.00

Viognier, Domaine Gassier, France

$58.00

Coda Di Volpe, Terredora Dipaolo, Italy

$56.00

Gewurztraminer, Gundlach Bundschu, Sonoma, CA

$61.00

Assyrtiko, Vassaltis, Santorini, Greece

$90.00

Angeline, Sonoma, CA

$14.00

Valravn, Sonoma County, CA

$18.00

Bethel Heights, Willamette Valley, OR

$22.00

Emeritus Pinot Noir, Russian River, CA

$102.00

Freeman Akikos Cuvee, Sonoma, CA

$126.00

Miner, Santa Lucia, CA

$108.00

Lonesome Rock The Estate, Willamette Valley, Or

$99.00

Alexander Valley Vineyards, Sonoma, CA

$14.00

Gibbs, 'Three Clones' Napa Valley, CA

$20.00

Clos Du Val, Napa Valley, CA

$79.00

Sinegal Estate, Napa Valley, CA

$89.00

Caymus, Napa Valley, CA

$145.00

Chateau Montelena, Napa, CA

$200.00

Cardinale, Napa Valley, CA

$425.00

Beckman, Cuvee Le Bec, CA

$17.00

Conundrum, Red Blend, Fairfield, CA

$13.00

Skouras, Megas Oenos, Greece

$18.00

Crane Disciples, Napa Valley, CA

$77.00

Malbec, Enrique Foster, Mendoza, Argentina

$11.00

Termpranillo, Muriel Crianza, Rioja, Spain

$12.00

Zinfandel, Klinker Brick, Lodi, CA

$16.00

Merlot, Cline, Sonoma, CA

$13.00

Cabernet Franc, Makarounas 'En Ahri', Letymbou, Cyprus

$14.00

Bordeaux, Villa Pereire, France

$15.00

Syrah, Chateau Beaubois Un Amour, France

$15.00

Tempranillo, Finca Nueva Reserve, Rioja, Spain

$70.00

Xinomavro, Alpha Estate, Greece

$65.00

Merlot, Duckhorn Vineyards, Napa Valley, CA

$75.00

Zinfandel, Ridge, Pagani Ranch, Sonoma, CA

$83.00

Merlot, Rombauer, Napa Valley, CA

$130.00

Chateauneuf Du Pape, Domaine De La Solitude, Rhone, France

$105.00

Super Tuscan, Sassicaia, Tuscany, Italy

$425.00

Amalfi Spritz

aperol, italicus, lemon, prosecco, slushy!

$15.00

The Vixen

sneaky fox vodka, combier liqueur, cucumber, strawberry, lemon, ginger

$15.00

Gotta Have Faith

sneaky fox vodka, elderflower liqueur, lavender demerara, lemon

$15.00

The Butterfly Effect

empress gin, st germain, lavender simple, lemon, orange essence

$15.00

Grecian Fizz

stray dog wild gin, lemon, demerara, egg white, orange bitters, ouzo rinse

$16.00

Hell Froze Over

zoe rose, sneaky fox vodka, combier cassis, lavender demerara, lemon, slushy!

$15.00

Holy Smokes

dos hombres mezcal, combier cassis, lavender demerara, lime, tajin rim

$15.00

Hallelujah

appleton rum, green chartreuse, lemon, pineapple, lavender demerara, cucumber, jalapeno, mint

$17.00

Red Sky At Night

four roses small batch, giffard rhubarb, blackberry, lemon, mint, demerara, hellfire bitters

$15.00

Satans Rose

sazerac rye, maraschino liqueur, green chartreuse, simple, lime, egg white, angostura bitters

$17.00

Forgive Me Father

makers mark, honey, thyme, ginger, lemon

$15.00

The Big Man

makers mark, carpano antica, orange and angostura bitters, luxardo

$18.00

Holy Water

raspberry, lavender, lime, lagunitas hop water

$10.00

Faux-Jito

mint , cucumber, rosemary, soda

$10.00

Cocktails

Brunch

Avocado Toast (GF)

avocado, almonds, arugula, chili oil, tomato

$12.00

Nutella Waffle

nutella whip, fresh strawberries

$12.00

Breakfast Sandwich

cheddar scrambled eggs, applewood smoked bacon, arugula, croissant, herb aioli, tomato

$14.00

Breakfast Flatbread

applewood smoked bacon,mozzarella, peppers, red onions,scrambled eggs, harissa

$15.00

Scrambled Eggs (GF)

applewood smoked bacon, parmesan roasted potatoes, toasted brioche

$13.00

Filet & Eggs (GF)

parmesan roasted potatoes, your choice of eggs

$41.00

Jumbo Lump Crab Omelette (GF)

jumbo lump crab, smoked mozzarella, tomato tarragon beurre blanc, parmesan roasted potatoes

$21.00

Mediterranean Omelette (GF)

squash, zucchini, peppers, onions, feta, tomato basil beurre blanc, parmesan roasted potatoes

$14.00

Chicken Omelette (GF)

asparagus, shishito peppers, red onions, tomato, mozzarella, harissa

$16.00

Three Egg Shakshouka

sujuk, akawi cheese, tomato pepper sauce, parsely, crostinis

$19.00

Hummus & Veggies (GF)

spicy fresno and garlic hummus, cucumbers, house pita

$12.00

Garlic Labneh (GF)

walnut fresno salsa, pita

$12.00

Brick Oven Roasted Cauliflower

tahini, cilantro lemon sauce, almonds, pomegranate seeds

$16.00

Burrata Fig Mostarda (GF)

figs, apricots, cherries, crostini, truffle drizzle

$17.00

Lamb & Beef Kefta Kabob (GF)

spicy hummus, house pita, parsley, onion tomato salsa

$16.00

Maine Lobster Dynamite (GF

celery, lemon juice, chive, spicy aioli, brioche

$25.00

Grilled Octopus (GF)

shishito peppers, potatoes, fresno aioli

$15.00

Chicken Wings (GF)

lebanese style, lemon, cayenne, cilantro, garlic

$16.00

Chicken Shawarma Rolls

phyllo, cabbage, red peppers, mozzarella, spicy garlic aioli, french fries

$16.00

Crab Claws (GF)

tarragon butter sauce, fries, lemon zest

$26.00

Shrimp Saganaki (GF)

ragu, savory, ouzo, feta cheese, shishito pepper, crostini

$24.00

Alaskan King Crab Legs (GF)

cold or grilled, old bay garlic butter

$48.00

Pork Belly Bruschetta

goat cheese, walnuts, dates, pork belly, honey balsamic glaze, calabrian chili, ciabatta

$16.00

Crab Cake

lumbo and king crab, avocado, wasabi aioli, chives, brioche

$21.00

Za'atar

tomato, cucumber, onion, arugula, feta

$14.00

Chicken

evoo, shishito peppers, red onion, red bell pepper, savory, brie & mozzarella cheese

$17.00

Taleggio

mushrooms, honey, truffle, arugula

$19.00

Prosciutto

burrata, mozzarella, prosciutto, figs, arugula, calabrian chili, apricot & cherry drizzle, EVOO

$19.00

Little Gem (GF)

cabbage, lettuce, red bell pepper, red onion, cucumber, tomato, radish, cilantro, parsley, mint, scallions, toasted pita, sumac citrus vinaigrette

$16.00

Poached Pear (GF)

frisee, romaine, candied spiced pecan, goat cheese, roasted butternut squash, pear, citrus balsamic vinaigrette

$18.00

Burrata Wedge (GF)

burrata, cranberry, almonds, red pepper, bacon, tomato, white balsamic blue cheese vinaigrette

$18.00

Roasted Beet (GF)

roasted beets, goat cheese, pumpkin seeds, red onions, cherry tomatoes, arugula, romaine, citrus lemon & evoo

$17.00

Seafood Tower

oysters, shrimp, king crab leg, crab claws, lobster ADD OZ CAVIAR I

$180.00

Oysters (GF)

$21.00

Tuna Tataki (GF)

japanese salsa, avocado, citrus soy, spicy sesame oil

$19.00

Lobster Maki Roll

maine lobster, avocado, jalapeno, mango aioli, soy glaze

$22.00

Hamachi Crudo (GF)

pineapple puree, serrano crispy shallot, citrus soy, EVOO

$19.00

Smoked Salmon

house smoked salmon, creme fraiche, red onion, pomegranate caviar, dill, EVOO, rye

$18.00

Jumbo Shrimp (GF)

cocktail, lemon wedge

$20.00

Tuna Poke Bowl (GF)

cucumber, avocadom daikon, ginger soy drizzle, spicy mayo, black sesame, wasabi furikake

$19.00

Salmon Poke Bowl (GF)

edamame, cucumber, avocado, fried shallot, ginger soy drizzle, spicy miso mayo, shiso furikake, toasted sesame

$18.00

Shrimp Poke Bowl (GF)

avocado, cucumber, masago, spicy mayo, ginger soy drizzle, shiso furikake, togarashi, toasted sesame

$17.00

Chirashi Poke Bowl (GF)

chef's selection fresh fish, serrano, avocadom edamame, japanese salsa, ginger soy drizzle, wasabi furikake

$22.00

Fox Filet Poke Bowl (GF)

filet, shishito pepper, mixed mushrooms, poke sauce, chives, spicy crispy garlic, white sesame seeds

$28.00

Caviar Toast

ounce oscietra caviar, creme fraiche, chives, ciabatta

$90.00

Atlantic Salmon (GF)

pan seared salmon, asparagus, garlic mashed potatoes, soy mustard glaze

$29.00

Beef Shawarma

skirt steak, pita, onions, roasted tomatoes, parsley, radish, tahini sauce, fries

$23.00

The Fox Burger (GF)

two patties, grilled and griddles, swiss, cabbage, garlic dressing, tomato, pickles, fries

$18.00

Basic B Burger (GF)

two patties, grilled & griddled, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onions, bacon, house-made island, fries

$18.00

Brick Chicken

amish chicken, garlic sauce, arugula, roasted potatoes

$26.00

Mac N Cheese

roasted bell pepper cream, toasted parmesan breadcrumbs ADD Shrimp +$ | ADD Chicken Breast +$

$17.00