Octave Grill in Chesterton, Indiana is the kind of hamburger restaurant that turns a simple meal into a memorable experience. Known for its unique burgers, craft beer on tap, and housemade desserts, it brings together bold flavors and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that makes guests want to stay a little longer.
Whether you are stopping in for lunch, meeting friends for dinner, or grabbing a solo bite, Octave Grill offers a cozy, chill setting that feels both casual and thoughtfully put together. With fast service, counter service, and table service, it is designed to give customers a smooth and enjoyable dining experience from start to finish.
What sets Octave Grill apart is its commitment to variety, quality, and comfort. Guests can enjoy an impressive selection of beer, cocktails, spirits, and coffee, along with comforting menu options that include quick bites and vegetarian choices.
The restaurant is also known for serving local specialties, adding a sense of community and local pride to every visit. From on-site dining and takeout to delivery and reservations, Octave Grill makes it easy to enjoy its food in the way that works best for each guest.
Its bar on site, great beer selection, and great cocktails add even more appeal for those looking for a place that is as good for a laid-back meal as it is for a social night out.
Customer satisfaction speaks for itself, with a strong 4.70 out of 5 rating based on 1,203 reviews. That level of praise reflects not only the quality of the food, but also the consistent experience customers receive every time they visit.
Accessibility is also a priority, with wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restroom facilities, ensuring that more guests can dine comfortably. Located at 105 S Calumet Rd in Chesterton, Octave Grill accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, making every part of the experience convenient.
For anyone looking for a dependable, inviting hamburger restaurant with standout food, friendly service, and a warm neighborhood feel, Octave Grill delivers.
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Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Octave Grill
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Pick your cheese, garlic aioli, greens, tomato, onion
Crimini mushrooms, carr valley hot pepper jack, bacon, blue cheese sauce, greens, tomato, onion
Fig jam, capriole organic goat cheese, bacon, greens
House made barbeque sauce, lovera's smoked provolone, slaw
Carr valley hot pepper jack, house made giardiniera, bacon, beer battered onion rings, sriracha mayo; greens, tomato
Red barns heritage white cheddar, chorizo sausage link, pico de gallo, baja sauce, pretzel roll
Fresh cut fries, green island blue cheese crumbles, buffalo sauce, blue cheese sauce, greens, tomato, onion
Red barns heritage white cheddar, roasted red peppers, olive tapenade, lemon aioli, greens, tomato, onion
House guacamole, bacon, carr valley hot pepper jack, ranchilada sauce, greens, tomato, onion
Red barns heritage white cheddar, gunthrop farms smoked ham, over-easy organic egg, grilled pepper and onion, sriracha mayo, greens, tomato
Capriole goat cheese, crimini mushrooms, beer battered onion rings, garlic aioli, whole-grain ciabatta
Cavatappi pasta, beer, mixed cheese (including hot pepper jack), brown butter panko
Mixed greens, dill caper tartar, ranchilada sauce, side of slaw
Ask your server for flavors
(Wet hopped ale) 12 oz. bottle
(Fresh hop tart d.i.p.a.) 12 oz. can
6.1% charlatan
9% *oakspire*
5.5% mosaic promise
7.5% wedding alex
Grapefruit swlpin 7%.
4.9% best patio pils
W/ nutella gelato & stout fudge
Capriole goat cheese, grilled green onions, olive tapenade, tomato, dijon vinaigrette, rosemary ciabattá
Tallgrass beef patty hebrew ntl hotdog, white cheddar, green relish tomato, sport pepper, celery salt+ specin, sauce
Tallgrass beef, horseradish & chive havarti, bloody mary sauce, pickles, greens on tomato focaccia bun
(Imperial red ale) 8%
(Coconut dream stout) 11%
(Brown ale w/ pumpkin & spices) 7%
(Harvest ale) 5.6%
5.4%
6.3%
(Hoppy pale wheat ale) 7.5%
(American pale ale) 5.9%
(Hazy ipa) 7%
6.2%
12 oz can
Sloppy joe w/ giardinera+ pepperjack on pretzel bun
Hear from our valued guests
Found this little burger joint to have an extremely pleasant atmosphere and the food was well cooked and tasted amazing! We came toward the end of closing but they graciously fit us in and gave us wonderful service!
Just happened to try this place while visiting from out of town for a wedding and the burgers are absolutely amazing. Ironically we had just eaten at our favorite (hometown) burger joint a few days prior and this was by far the best beef we’ve had and very unique options. What a surprise and fortunate find!!!
Amazing little location with food with major depth of flavor! I had the hot pants burger with Buffalo fries and it exceeded my expectations! Others at the table had the cuban with sweet potato tots and the chanute with garlic bacon fat fries. The tots and fries were so incredibly tasty as well. I ate part of my wife's canute (I was glad I still had room for it!), but did not get to try the cuban though my friend that had it said he would definitely return to get it again.
Food was great prices were surprisingly good I think the only thing this place can use is some more space it was extremely loud which made for kind of a hard place to have conversation with my aunt. Other than that my fig and goat burger was amazing no skimping out on any fig jam or goat cheese bacon was a little to crispy for my taste but still a great tasting burger and it was perfectly cooked. The fries were good and the perch cakes we got were pretty good as well though surprisingly small so just know before you order.
This place was recommended by my friend who is a local. Drove from Illinois to Michigan and am really glad we stopped by. Some of the best burgers I’ve ever had. I didn’t realize how small the place was when we decided to go. Was pleasantly surprised that they could accommodate our large group. Prices were very reasonable. Beer list is short but includes a pilsner, ipa, stout, and seltzer water. Everything you need really. Will definitely be coming back!
All the food was perfectly cooked and had amazing flavor. We were sat next to the window which was very cold in the winter and the very small dining room temperature fluctuated each time the door opened. Service was friendly and food came out in a reasonable time. Overall a very nice burger joint we look forward to returning to!
First time costumer here. We absolutely loved it! The bean burger ( no not a vegan) and the homemade cut fries toss in bacon oil and garlic were AMAZING!! Husband had the Albatross chicken sandwich and coleslaw was very good too. Definitely will be back.
We stumbled upon this place while visiting the Dunes and were so happy we did! The food and service West fantastic! I got the Figgy Piggy and couldn't recommend it enough. Also try the sweet potato tots with the honey mustard dipping sauce!
We just happened upon this unassuming place and we are so happy we did because the food was beyond delicious. The burgers were perfection and we also ordered a blackened mahi sandwich that had so much flavor. For sides we ordered the fresh cut fries. They reminded us of when our grandma would make them … so good. We also ordered potato salad as a side and it was great! They offer gluten free buns which didn’t fall apart and were some of the best I’ve had. The place was clean and service very friendly. Highly recommend!
Great food and great vibes! Awesome little burger shop with quirky vibes! Food and cocktails were great. Service was a little slow, but they were definitely busy. Would recommend stopping in and grabbing some food!
Common questions about Octave Grill
Octave Grill is located at 105 S Calumet Rd, Chesterton, IN 46304, United States, Chesterton, IN, United States.
You can reach Octave Grill by calling +1 219-395-8494.
Octave Grill has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 1203 customer reviews.
Octave Grill features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Octave Grill features the following service options: On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Octave Grill features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty.
Octave Grill features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Octave Grill features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Quick bite, Spirits, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Octave Grill features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Counter service, Dessert, Table service.
Octave Grill features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Octave Grill features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
Octave Grill features the following crowd: Tourists, University students.
Octave Grill features the following planning: Usually a wait, Accepts reservations.
Octave Grill features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Octave Grill features the following children: Good for kids, Kids' menu.
Octave Grill features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Somewhat difficult to find a space.
Business Features
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