French cuisine: the best places to taste it in Chicago

Cda

"While staying at Sofitel, we enjoyed a late night cheese platter, tea and dessert, and the following morning, we had breakfast with our niece and..."

Alex Nahon

Kris Franken

The Blanchard

"A true hidden gem. I can't say enough good things about this restaurant. First, we arrived without reservations during restaurant week. They seated..."

Wendy Naessens

"One of my favorite French restaurants in Chicago. Excellent service and food. Top..."

Jaison Chahwala

"WOW the FOOD was AMAZING! I had the scallop for an appetizer - TO DIE FOR! I could have had 2 more as my meal! The next time I go I just might! ..."

D B

"Food is incredible. We had some odd problems with service,... I'm hoping it was our waiter's first day or something? We ended up having a bunch..."

Brad Sahl

"Food was imaginative, creative and delicious. I've never had fish so hot, I couldn't eat it right away. Decor is really nice as well, not sitting..."

Molly Murray

"Took my fiance here for her birthday and we both found the experience to be exceptional. Located off the beaten path, The Blanchard offers delicious..."

Dave Sendre

"One of the best dining experiences in Chicago. The place is super lovely: It is contemporary, but at the same time has a warm and friendly feel. ..."

Geroy Geroy

"Food is indeed delicious, refined cuisine, well served, good choice of French wines and price is reasonable. Nice service and kind waiters who really..."

Kikunosuke Onoe

"The service and food are amazing, ambiance was so so the Saturday I visited - primarily noisy groups of middle aged people (we were expecting a..."

Max Rothstein

"The food is amazing! The cocktails are great too. Be prepared to wait for your reservation but it's totally worth it. The escargot is one of the best..."

Rob Moffitt

"This place is phenomenal. We have been here several times now and it is great every time. Seared foie gras and duck breast are always on point, and..."

Michael Kiriazis

"Living a day's cycle ride from Paris, it seems odd that I'd travel 4000 miles to choose French Cuisine. But, I'm pleased to note that The Blanchard..."

Andy Allsopp

"The care with which this establishment approaches food is exemplary. The attention to detail, from the ingredients to the in-house preparations, from..."

Andreas Waldburg-Wolfegg

"Spectacular all around. Great waiter, delicious food... best Coq Au Vin I have ever had. Not a cheap evening but a memorable one indeed. We will..."

Ann Braun

"Great restaurant week menu. Delicious. Will be..."

Mikey Griesbaum

"First time having brunch here. Amazing food and staff. And surprisingly large portion sizes. Had the lobster club and the croque monsieur. We will be..."

James DeMarco

Paris Cafe

Bonjour Cafe Bakery

"Friendly staff, quickly service near to the University and the best almond croissant ever!! Like a little Paris in Middle of Chicago! We liked it a..."

Anna Seress

"The best pastries in all of Chicago, hands down! A jewel to have..."

Victoria Rojas

"Phenomenal food and extremely nice atmosphere!!!..."

Nefia Martin Daniels

"I visited this sport for the first time while on the Friday Morning Rapha ride. From the moment I entered it felt warm and welcoming. The service..."

Imelda March

"The most refine french bakery in Chi-town... La boulangerie la plus raffinee de..."

Amah Ayi

"When you want traditional French no place like it in Chicago. Coffee , Croissants, French..."

Frank Pappalardo

"Must go inside! Clerks are friendly and the place is open late night. Wonderful patisserie that made my friends..."

Joan Lewis

"Muy bueno para relajarse y pasar un buen rato..."

Maritza Riley

"Francois meets Chicago. Love the mocha lattes..."

Joy René Sinegar Munoz

"Best croissants in Chicago. Everything is delicious and it's a wedge shot from my..."

Lawrence Klevan

"Lovely bakery! Best baguettes I've ever..."

Faby Rivas

"Fresh croissants, great service, and a cozy place. 🥐♥️ I recommend ordering the apple, almond, the classic plane croissants. There’s a..."

Sahar Bayounis

"If you're looking for authentic French pastries in Chicago, this spot is definitely one of the best. Their macaroons are particularly noteworthy and..."

Sarah Vinet Lemoel

"June 3, 2022 I ordered a latte. There was a mixup about the size, but the latte itself tasted great, a traditional espresso drink. Note: they have..."

Frank Gillett

"Delicious buttery croissants. And coffee is very good too, too bad they don't serve it in regular porcelain..."

Hanna Romero Molina

"Friendly people and delicious desserts. Just as an fyi if you want to pay with your credit/debit card it must be over $4.00 dollars. I don't really..."

Chris Velez

"Smoked Salmon breakfast & Quiche Breakfast. Their baked goods are very fresh and delicious, and the smoked salmon omelette had generous amounts of..."

Katherine Kim

"Always fresh, definitely a pleasure. Picked up a delicious muffin, Hot Chai and some..."

DaChon Adair

"drop by to grab a quick croissant for breakfast and got a giant buttery croissant with flaky..."

Thao Tran

"The pastries are great. I wish they still made the mini version of the morning roll, but the mini chocolate croissant is really good. Large coffee in..."

Wendy Easton

"The fresh bakery goods are fabulous! Breakfast is always freshly made. Don't forget to try Italian soda with the cutest jelly candy deco on top in..."

Y.Q. Qiu

"Everything I've gotten here has been decadent and delicious, and the outdoor covered cafe seating is fantastic. I recommend trying any of the many..."

Whitney Bush

"The food is somewhat pricey but really good. The croque monsieur was delicious and the chocolate croissants have real chocolate! Coffee is good too...."

Jean Murphy

"We came here before the MOSAI as it was close by. Had two great breakfast sandwiches, made fresh by a lovely Frenchman. Polite service and great..."

Ryan Appleton

"It is one of the small restaurants that combine traditional and modern. Great. Past flavors with the future..."

Yunus Emre Tozal

Flip Crepes

Wheelchair Accessible

"The framboise crepe was amazing! The Apple crisp crepe was amazing too. Wish there was more French food there but happy that I was able to try..."

Jessica Marie

"Everything about this place makes me happy - gluten free..."

Beth O'Shaughnessy-Marin

"Your flour works perfectly for Yorkshire puddings..."

Bill Ballad

"My son loves the Turkey Club , I am so happy it's also on a gluten free..."

Sara Lisabeth Elie

"Awesome food from awesome people! Fast and..."

Jean-Marc DeKeyser

"Great crepes located in the Market beneath what used to be part of the old Northwestern railroad station. Great food! Great price! Great..."

Alan Hoffman

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Antoine Elie

"I got to try the smores and veggie crepe and it was absolutely delicious!!! The ginger juice had a perfect blend of flavors with a hint of mint!..."

Latasha Harris

"The Beef Mediterranean was mouthwatering! The sesame sauce brought all the flavors together beautifully. The Parisian is also a total classic! The..."

Ash Way

"This place has such promise. The menu is creative and the crepes are delicious. I loved the classic crepe Nutella banana it was so tasty amazing and..."

chleuh zeina

"We catered Bon Appétit Crêperie for our son's birthday party. They were an excellent choice as they were a hit with the attendees, the food was..."

Taufik Chhotani

"We had the team at Bon Appétit Crêperie come to our office to make crepes onsite. Our office thoroughly enjoyed the fresh and delicious food that..."

Elizabeth Ferrara

"I had the mediterranian beef and the ginger juice, it was amazing, everything was so fresh. The service was excellent and fast. I recommend Bon..."

Lalla Aicha Alhousseini

"Went here today for my birthday, and had a wonderful experience. We got crepes and the children got milkshakes. The owner came out to talk to us..."

Brian Eisold

"Beautiful crepes and lovely staff. Our family loves these crepes, including our kiddos! Highly..."

Lauren Densham

"Ever wanted to experience the taste of a perfect Nutella crepe? You know the ones you can smell on a stroll in the most romantic City in the world,..."

Steph T.

"This is my go to Zabiha Halal place in downtown! Great breakfast, lunch, drink and dessert options! I'm literally addicted! Amazing quality,..."

Ayesha Ahmed

"I recently discovered this crepe shop, and it instantly became my favorite. The crepes are simply outstanding—perfectly cooked, delicious fillings,..."

mohammad hamad

"First time here and I love it!!! The Sea Master crepe is absolutely delicious and the Ginger Juice a perfect blend of juices. Will come back..."

Crystal L Brandy

"Such a good experience! The lady behind the counter this morning was so kind and helped me figure out which crepe to get. I ended up going with..."

Timothy Anderson

"Amazing service! The ginger juice and veggie crepe were so delicious. Must check out if you are in the French..."

Wafaa Tali

"Very good crêpes. My favorite was the Apple filled. I would definitely go..."

Kris Kasprzak

"Hands down, the best crepes in Chicago. Amazing crepes, amazing customer..."

Shawket Mourtada

"Plenty of choices, and a market to fill in the gaps. Tasty crepes but not so great execution (over cooked). Solid..."

Matt Davis

Cafe Touche French Bistro & Wine Bar

84/100 (2583 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

Lunch

Mid-range

"My favorite restaurant! From the l'escargot to the creme brulee and everything in between, the food is amazing. Add to that a lovely bistro..."

Debbie Brown Burger

"First time having brunch at touche. The meals were delicious, price was reasonable, the unlimited mimosas were the highlight of my meal. The staff is..."

Angèlica Muñoz-Hood

"From the moment we walked in, we loved this place! Started with a great bottle of wine and a couple of appetizers from the "specials" menu. Josh, our..."

Lisa Gschwind

"Always happy to eat at this restaurant! Great ambiance and staff. Assorted cheese and pate plates are just delightful. Yummy escargot! Quiche and..."

Ellen Dawn

"Fabulous food, staff and atmosphere. Now I am afraid that when the word gets out how good this place is that the prices will rise. Be sure to go for..."

Sheri Corson

"Great food and great service. I have loved this place for years. So glad to have such fantastic food in my..."

Yvette Swank Plymire

"Excelent French restaurant! Josh, our server, was nothing short of amazing. He was patient and treated us so very well. The food made me feel in..."

Aline Osteraas

"This restaurant is my "go to place" when I want to impress my family and friends (local and out of town). Never disappointed with meals and ambience...."

Craig Brickell

"Very cute place for brunch/lunch!! Prices are super reasonable and the portions are large. Rebecca was our waitress and she was amazing!! She dealt..."

Kristy Ojeda-Ladd

"Awesome food and Josh the waiter was amazing at taking care of us. We'll worth..."

Dan Gligorovic

"Super friendly staff and quick service. The menu has so many excellent choices and the atmosphere is relaxing and..."

Ashli Garza

"One of my friends invited us on a b-day dinner here. The place looks nice, authentic ambience with a French spirit. Service was great as well. But,..."

Marina B.

"I really enjoyed brunch here! Really great variety of options on the brunch menu from classic omelettes with a variety of add on options to Lemon..."

Stephanie Polakowski

"Lovely French bistro in Edison Park! We enjoyed a bottle of Sancerre, warm buttered French bread, steak tartar, watermelon salad and Poulet Paillard..."

Helen Levinson

"I had the pleasure of lunching at Cafe Touché in Edison Park, and I must say it was an extraordinary experience. From the moment I walked in, I was..."

Daniel Mirea Real Estate Agent Berkshire Hathaway

"Learnt about Cafe Touche from our Uber driver on our way to another restaurant and my husband and I decided to give it a try. Best experience ever...."

Wambui Kimondo

"We stopped by for dessert one night. The desserts were fantastic. The atmosphere brought me straight back to St. Germaine! We will be back for dinner..."

Alexandria Shanklin

"I always crave their lamb chops 😋😋 Love the food and the vibe here, cocktails are yum and strong. It’s always full especially during weekend..."

Valentine Correia

"Overall, the place is a great little romantic spot. It's also got a cool local vibe too, and you can tell a lot of people are long-time regulars. ..."

Aaron H

"We had a great time here! The food was seasoned and cooked perfectly. The portions were relatively large, which was unexpected but exciting...."

Chase Hasper

"Had brunch here today, and as a celiac, I am always a bit hesitant trying new places. I was very pleasantly surprised by how accommodating they were...."

Jenifer Walsh

Le Pain Quotidien

83/100 (1449 ratings)

"Awesome breakfast restaurant. After 4 months of eating toast, I was really excited to finally eat some dark bread again. The taste was awesome and we..."

Steph V.

"There can be a wait because of the location, but the food was really good. We got the tomato avocado omelet and the Dutch pancakes. The pancakes were..."

Brendan Segraves

"We found this place on accident, when surrounding restaurants had very long waits. We were SO glad we did! Delicious organic and vegan options from..."

Cynthia

"As a European, I have high expectations with breakfast. Bread, Salad and eggs never taste that good like in Europe. But this restaurant convinced me...."

Patrick Dinkelacker

"The bakery is excellent, other stuff, not so much. The variety and quality of coffee served is just disappointing for a French impression. The..."

Moh Hosseinioun

"Very quaint french restaurant. I really like this place and is one of my favourite whenever in Chicago. Service can be a little hit and miss at times..."

Greg Facer

"Good food, small portions... that about sums it up. We had an almond croissant and a regular croissant which were both good. However the blueberry..."

Ruth Zaharek

"A Clean, Relaxing & Friendly atmosphere. A polite and cheerful hostess ( Dorothy ). Hard working crew members. Delicious and healthy food selections..."

Brenda Durham

"Loved our food and drinks. My husband ordered the Belgium waffles and they were fantastic. I ordered the Zucchini Thai salad and it was flavourful..."

Rebecca Borg

"Still not sure how to pronounce this but I'm always trying to tell someone about it and stopping after the "Le Pain" part... Lol. Super delicious!..."

Kara K

"Num num nummy!!!! I ate breakfast here and got some bakery treats to take home with me. The mocha was so perfect. I enjoyed my food while looking..."

Ciera Langhorne

"Best pain au chocolat outside of Paris! The coffee is fabulous, and the breakfast options are varied and delicious. I did not get to try enough of..."

R B

"Fresh food always! The service was great. Every bakery item looks amazing. The food is a little overpriced, $30 for what you see in the pictures is..."

Ahmed Arshad

"Great food, everything is organic, tasty, healthy. The soup was delicious and tasted like homemade. Good coffee, excellent customer..."

Anabela de la Fuente

"Delicious!!! Interesting but super tasty menu!! Lots of healthy options, but also fantastic pastries. Right across the street from the Melennium..."

Char Nettles

"Yes, yes, yes!!!! Thank you for finally making it possible to find great tasting croissants and pains au chocolat! The whole atmosphere is really..."

F Weber

"Great fresh bread, kind service. A lady here recommended me the apricot pie. I bought it for breakfast and tried just one bite. I took 1 photo and 5..."

Seongmin Choi

Sanchez Tacos

Volo Restaurant Wine Bar

83/100 (1011 ratings)

"Our waiter was spot on with his recommedations. Quality of food and wine selections are superb. Highly recommend this little gem and will be back..."

Shelly Galen Bauer

"Food and Service are Amazing! We loved everything we ordered especially the goat cheese & bacon flatbread and the beef tenderloin. Great wine..."

Deb Karp

"Excellent atmosphere. Great service. Beautiful patio. Wonderful food. Thanks for a lovely..."

Anne Wanicek

"Volo is a fantastic place. Great food, staff and atmosphere! The rental apartments upstairs are awesome as well, especially the penthouse with it's..."

Heather Flannagin

"We hosted our wedding at Volo and it couldn't have been better. The food, the staff, the decoration, everything just over the top incredible from the..."

Giselle Argento-Berrio

"always a great night! great selection of wine, great food and fabulous atmosphere and..."

Maria Guzman-Munoz

"Chef Stephen Dunne took amazing care of us. Our courses were beautiful and carefully plated. Each taste was more delicious than the last. I don’t..."

Kelli Eizenga Thompson

"Great wine, food and friendly staff. Cool decor, and the back patio is a must..."

Ryan Loser

"Dining at Volo leaves one with the feeling of being a cherished patron, even if you don't go there overly often. Solid food, great wine selections,..."

Keri Christensen

"Food was Superb as well as the waiter who waited on us. I wish I could remember his name, he had a great personality and very friendly. Definitely..."

EJ Papo Rodriguez

"Fantastic food! My son had his wedding reception..."

Denise O'Leary Kennedy

"Love everything! Amazing food and drinks! Great service and friendly..."

Justine Hawkins

"Great food paired with great wine flight! Staff are like old neighborhood..."

Hildy Wilcox

"Outstanding service and atmosphere!!!! Our servicer was..."

Jeff Mattson

"Even though this restaurant has been around for over 8 years, hadn't checked it out. Loved it. Who can say no to Bone Marrow +..."

John Ryan

"Great service from Brad last night! Great food menu that works well with the wine selection. I will surely come..."

Melorie Villagracia-Rodriguez

"Wine selection is superb, food is SUPER yummy, service is top..."

Amanda J Simmons

"We came here at 4 pm for their happy hour on Saturday, and I was obsessed with the cabana. I can't believe I haven't seen this place before. I..."

Vivian H

"The #1 Hidden patio in the city is located here and it is such a secret gem! The patio area is SO SPACIOUS and each cabana section is a cozy escape..."

Sabrina Crawford

"I love the hidden enclosed patio in the back of the cozy restaurant!! Even though it’s technically outside, it’s incredibly comfortable in the..."

Cynthia S

"First time at Volo Restaurant Wine Bar and the ambiance was EVERYTHING! It felt like I was on a beach resort with the cabana seating. It’s the..."

Robyn Neal

"I came here with my husband and loved the patio with cabanas. Ambiance was amazing! We came in wine Wednesday and got a wine flight plus a mezcal..."

Amanda S

"The ambiance sets the perfect romantic tone, and the outdoor cabana patio adds a touch of warmth to the experience. Let's talk about the culinary..."

Yunuen Rodriguez

"This place is a while vibe! The Spitzer, beef, and salmon was amazing! I highly suggest coming during happy hours but even if you miss them, you'll..."

Shaunte' Brewer

"Came here as a date night and it was perfect for a romantic night out! The hidden patio was so pretty with the lanterns and cabanas. We didn’t..."

Jessica Gameng

"The second you go in, you are welcomed with a smile. The ambiance feels like you are literally transported to Europe, it is so cute, and their..."

Melissa Kapetanovic

"Hidden gem! I can't believe it took me so long to come here! Came here with my fiancé and mother. We had a wonderful time, the food, the wine and..."

Chelsea Lux

Rm Champagne Salon

Accepts American Express

"Went here for the Martini & Rossi Terraza Martini event. You enter through the back, walking down the side entrance. It was fun walking down the..."

jane val

"Brunch here is excellent. I'm shocked this place was relatively empty. The seafood was fresh, flavorful and simply delightful. I cannot wait to come..."

Deonna Melton

"Between the decór, the nestled setting, and the delicious food and cocktails this ranks high as one of my favorite restaurants in Chicago. Not only..."

Mary Kate Mack

"Comfy venue great for a date. The ambience is very nice, lights at night and the music is not too loud. Their drinks are pretty good and their wine..."

Monica Rivera

"Tasty food, tried the Lyonnaise salad and the trout, both very good. Nice romantic ambiance, dim through out, although the loud music sort of kills..."

Antonia Asimis

"Unique bar and restaurant tucked away in the heart of the West Loop. We stopped in for pre-dinner cocktails (and some pommes frites - delicious!) and..."

Nina Marie

"An intimate bar with adorable outdoor seating and a great ambiance. Ordered oysters and drinks and enjoyed every minute of..."

Meredith Harrison

"My boyfriend and I decided to go to this restaurant because it was listed as one of the most romantic restaurants in Chicago. We made a reservation..."

Alexandra B

"I love this place for its sexiness. If you want to go on a date, or a cute girls night out, this is the place. The chef is also willing to do a..."

Porsche M

"We recently had our wedding ceremony/reception at RM and could not have asked for more. We instantly fell in love with the atmosphere and decor of..."

Chelsey Traurig

"My husband and I just hosted our small wedding reception here on a Saturday afternoon & had a great experience. We worked with Bridget who was..."

Sarah Giacobbe

"Wow, this place is a gem. I love the atmosphere here, it's a great winter spot, nice and cozy with the roaring fire and kind of transports you out..."

Lauren B

"I looove me some bubbles and this place is one of my favorites to get just that. The dark, sexy ambiance is great for a date, or a few friends..."

Monica Bhalla

"I couldn't have had a better brunch experience! The waitstaff were incredibly attentive, and prepared with great recommendations on both cocktails..."

Ashley Bryant Bailey

"I would give this place a 5 star except the service was lacking. We had an 830 reservation and we showed up on time. It was a beautiful night out so..."

Lauren

Le Sud Mediterranean Kitchen

82/100 (1804 ratings)

"I just hosted my baby shower at Le Sud and was beyond impressed with the menu, service, and atmosphere at this restaurant. Highly recommend working..."

Camille Harry

"Its our second time in that restaurant, and we loved it both times. The ambiance is literally like you are in further France neighborhood, the staff..."

Choc0 Dream

"A lovely gem! So far I've only come for brunch but will be back for dinner service soon. Great atmosphere and very friendly host and service. The..."

Gabrielle Musacchio

"Amazing! Food and service! Happy Hour on a Saturday. Incredible! The dishes as you can see in the pictures were delicious and well prepared. Our..."

siewyin Yinng

"Had a wonderful graduation party in the upstairs of Le Sud. This private dining area was perfect for our group of 20. The attention to detail in..."

Raphael Cardamone

"Brandon did a nice job! Filet Mingone, pork chop, duck, burger, frites, French onion soup, carrots, mango cheesecake, lemon crème brûlée,..."

J Gould

"Had a bit of everything on the menu. Quinoa salad was amazing, steak was cooked to perfection dessert did not disappoint! Drinks were delicious...."

lina ibanez

"Came for dinner for one. The staff was friendly. The restaurant has a beautiful decor and food has a theme. It seemed like everything was very lemony..."

Jul Szadu

"We have been to Le Sud many times before the pandemic, supported them through it, and went last night for the first time in a while. We sat on the..."

KSSW KSSW

"Overall: A pricey, but delicious, southern France experience. The good: Atomsphere is great, with plenty of outdoor and indoor seating. Well-varied..."

Kyle Dahl

"We enjoyed our dinner but not particularly had a magical first impression. Grilled Octopus and Duck entree were pretty tasty. Side dishes quinoa and..."

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"Had a great anniversary dinner here. Very nice staff and interior. Food was excellent overall but I wasn't a huge fan of the French onion soup. For..."

Joshua Buss

"We recently visited this restaurant and absolutely loved it! They have a great patio with relaxing atmosphere! Also, they have gluten free options...."

Veselina Stoyanova

"Great place to celebrate my birthday with family! Sat on the patio and the menu had something for everyone. I loved the halibut and the mussels were..."

nikta pirouz

"10/10 food and drinks were phenomenal. Loved the Halibut and the..."

Brenna Vernengo

Mon Ami Gabi

82/100 (1996 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Brunch

Dinner

Fine Dining

"What a delightful experience! We had lunch. The baguette was crunchy, and warm and perfectly accented by the butter and jam. The French onion soup is..."

Maureen Jackson

"We had a very nice and professional waitress (I do not remember her name, but I'm sure she will be recognized by my description). She was wearing..."

Irina Grumazescu

"Mon Ami Gabi is truly the French charming restaurant from all aspects : food quality, service, atmosphere and interior decor. All factors create the..."

Thi Thu Nga TRAN

"Food was incredible! Our server was also fabulous and very attentive and patient. We were out on a rare date night away from our son and took a while..."

Evelyn Schnecke

"I’ve been to Mon Ami Gabi for the past 20 years. It’s my favorite restaurant in Chicago. Tonight was especially wonderful. The ambience, the..."

Shauna Angel Blue (Shauna of the Star)

"Ooh là là, I was a little food drunk after we left this place! The restaurant is inside of a gorgeous building in Lincoln Park right by the lake..."

Liz M

"So mad that I didn't take a picture of the mussels or escargot. Aw man! Everything was AWESOME!! I cannot even go into details of how rich, buttery,..."

Ouiyen Chaswald

"Family and cozy spot in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. It’s a great location for a date night, or a family gathering. It gives you a warm..."

Anwar Jebran

"The location is easy to find, and they have seating inside or outside. We made reservations ahead of time because we were coming in from out of town..."

Tiffany Hielsberg

"This restaurant is a triumph of French cuisine and human experience. You want the bread and butter. You want the steak frites. You want dessert...."

Cody Harrell

Le Petit Paris

82/100 (1426 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Serves Alcohol

Dinner

Mid-range

"this is one of the best restaurants I've been to, the waiter-owner was captivating and made our evening wonderful, he is an incredibly polite and..."

Rozolina Patsaliuk

"Such a great find! Tucked away in an innocuous condo building is this little corner of France. Authentic, fresh dishes served sometimes by the chef..."

John Rospenda

"A small piece of Paris right here in the Windy City! Don’t go for a quick bite, but for a dining experience. The food is amazing, and despite..."

Jonathan Wong

"Love this quaint little French restaurant. Food is always delicious, and the owner/chef/server Alain is a gem. He truly does it all, so just plan..."

Dennis Akan

"This is my favorite restaurant in all of Chicago. The cuisine is to die for, prices are unbelievable. The owner/chef is wonderful! I have been..."

Michael Freilinger

"Monsieur Alain is a joy! He’s a no-nonsense restauranteur who is very knowledgeable and serious about food. He owns & runs this small old school..."

Rachel Johns

"Lovely dinner and atmosphere! Highly recommend for a leisurely evening of wonderful food with friends and/or family. Not the place for a quick..."

Diana Wegner

"First time coming here to celebrate my fiancés birthday, and I can not wait to come back! The food was absolutely phenomenal. The owner /host (Alain..."

kimberly de la torre

"This was one of the best french restaurant experiences I have had. Allen, the chef and host is a delight, very charming and excellent host. One of..."

Bhautik Gandhi

"This place is amazing. A hidden gem. Our table had corn soup, onion soup, cheese plate to start. For mains we had steak frites and gnocchi...."

Greg Brandt

"Amazing place for a romantic dinner. Host/owner was amazing. Reservations are required but very much worth it. I cant wait to go back on my next..."

Adriana Martinez

"A true gem! Authentic French restaurant with outstanding food. Small quaint cozy just like you would expect a French Restaurant and Alan the owner is..."

Terry s

"Everything was at the highest level. Special thanks to the chef for the service and unforgettable..."

Halyna Didur

"The food is excellent as was the atmosphere. The owner is a wonderful man and made us feel right at home. Would absolutely..."

Emmery Paulus

"Lovely experience even if the place is a bit dated and somewhat dark. The food was good and the service, though perhaps a bit quirky, good as..."

Daniël

"Alain sure does know what he's doing in this quaint, old school French restaurant. Food and drinks are top notch, just like Alain's..."

Kevin Boudreau

"Excellent food for a very decent price. Just play along with the waiter and you'll be fine. He'll make some weird jokes but just be nice and you..."

Zoe Alexis

Cochon Volant

82/100 (2962 ratings)

"This place offers really great breakfast and lunch menus. Really solid. You may think they are bit pricey, but for what you get it is definitely..."

Will Kim

"If you want delicious breakfast and are in the mood for a drawn out morning and several cups of great coffee, this is your place. Unusual and..."

Karim Poonawala

"Great brunch option for those who live around the Loop and are not willing to travel during a lazy Sunday morning/afternoon. The menu offers..."

Ricardo van Dijk

"The breakfast here is superb. You definitely want to try the pancakes or the waffles. The pancakes have caramelized apples. The bacon is thick and..."

Osjetta Gascey

"I came here on a whim after church last Sunday for breakfast. I walk by it all the time so finally decided to try out my first French brasserie. The..."

Ryan Sullivan

"Excellent service, food menu was pretty solid but mostly uninspiring. I was happy with the meal, but at this price point I would expect better vision..."

Jordan Bayles

"I really like this place. I've been here many times and the only bad thing I have to say is that it can be a bit loud. But the food is always..."

Ernesto N

"Scrambled eggs here were outstanding and the pancakes are delicious. The eggs benedict are not only tasty, but beautiful. This corner Cafe is..."

Julie Sanders

"Went for breakfast on a Saturday and although it was busy, we didn't have to wait for a table. The biscuits and gravy were fantastic! Waffles were..."

Steven Okamoto

"Cochon Volant French Brasserie offers appetizing Grilled Oysters and fresh Smoked Whitefish Avocado Salad, as well as a Cuban de Paris Sandwich..."

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The Cafe At The Ritz Carlton

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"Great quiet spot especially for working remote! It's open to the public on the 12th floor of the Ritz..."

Eric N

"Nice coffee/snack shop in the Ritz-Carlton lobby. Prices are especially reasonable for the location and everything tried was of high quality. The..."

Mark Kerr

La Creperie

"La Creperie is an absolute gem! The interior has so much charm and coziness and makes it a perfect spot for a winter evening. The service was very..."

Bill Wang

"French cuisine and yummy crepes! Loved this place, it felt intimate and authentic. It was my first time trying escargot, and I loved it! French onion..."

Beatriz Santos

"Got the goat cheese and chicken crepe and a plain butter and sugar crepe. They were delicious. The grapefruit juice was also good. I sat next to a..."

Elodie Edjang

"Great first time experience at La Creperie We sat in their cozy relaxing back patio area and enjoyed our dinner Extensive selection of sweet and..."

Ryan Thomas

"Phenomenal, authentic French cuisine in a very special setting. The French onion soup is hands down the best I've ever had. The savory crepe dish was..."

Micaela Collins

"Place looks classic. limited area. Love all the food. The staff is nice. there don’t have a lot of staff so have to be patient. Recommend to make..."

Pharuewisa P.

"Great stuff Delicious food, great music and atmosphere! Definitely coming..."

Ricky irakoski

"Sooooo very delicious! The savory and sweet crepes we simple and oh so good! The only drawback was the broth in the French Onion Soup could have had..."

Peter Loesch

"This place has the best crepes. I've been going to La Creperie for years with my sister. We always get the seafood crepe and a chocolate/strawberry..."

Ann Moses

"This is a wonderful romantic old school French restaurant that serves the best crepes. Always delicious food and the service is always..."

R J

"Love the authentic French food at this restaurant. The staff is friendly and attentive. The crepes are exceptional and there is quite a variety of..."

Erin Sulaiman

"Had a delicious dinner at Le Creperie tonight. The vegetarian crepe was very fresh and tasty. My boyfriend loved his beef crepe. My white wine was..."

susan hill

"Overall: Great crepes and great atmosphere, will definitely be coming back here at some point! The good: Great crepes with a lot to choose from,..."

Kyle Dahl

"La Creperie is definitely a hidden gem, my favorite go to in the city. Have a chill environment and great crepes! Make sure to try their French onion..."

Shokoufeh Kamyab

"Deliciously savory crepes! Creamy flavors and sweet velvety desserts! Coffee is amazing and perfect with a sweet & salty buttery caramelly crepe, and..."

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