Funkenhausen

At Funkenhausen, chef Mark Steuer draws inspiration from his Charleston, South Carolina, upbringing and German heritage to create dishes that revisit those he grew up with while still making them uniquely his own. In the hands of Steuer, though, these traditionally heavy dishes become lighter versions of themselves. His food combines Southern and Bavarian flavors to create a soulful mash-up of cuisines, cultures and memories that’s personal but doesn’t take itself too seriously. Its name along with the funk music on permanent rotation is a tip-off of what diners can expect. The German-only on-tap beer list offers a full expression of the styles found there, including some under-the-radar items. A tightly curated wine list focuses on high-acid, food-friendly Old World varietals.  Open for dinner and weekend brunch, Funkenhausen can be found @funkenhausenchi on Instagram and Facebook.