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    Outdoor seating

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    Interior
    Anthony D.

    We stumbled in here when looking for a place to eat. The interior is unique and the staff was very friendly. We tried: - Crispy DLT - Fried Chicken Clafoutis Each dish was flavorful and the chicken was incredibly crispy. The chicken was pretty large and definitely fed two, overall it is definitely worth a visit.

    Frances S.

    My hubby and I dined here on a Monday evening while we were in town and we had a great time! We got to sit at the corner of the bar and were able to see all the action in the kitchen. Adam served us at the bar and did a wonderful job in recommending some delicious dishes to us and paired a crisp biodynamic wine for us. Some standout dishes included the mussels, ratatouille, and duck. We really enjoy French cuisine and Gavroche does a fine job in combining classic French techniques with a modern twist. I will say that my hubby and I both agreed that the portions were a tad small and unfortunately, neither of us left full -- and for that reason, I took off a star. But we appreciated the attention to detail in each of the dishes, the good flavors, and the cool ambiance of the restaurant. Jason, the owner, was also there and he was very hospitable and friendly. He's got a great thing going on here in Old Town. Check them out!

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    Nina P.

    We're always surprised that this place isn't jam packed, the food is excellent and the atmosphere is so cute. They have great drinks and the food ranges from basic to unique. It feels like this place could have a Michelin star!

    Steak frites
    Katie L.

    Pleasantly surprised and delighted with this neighborhood spot. Atmosphere is cozy, food is good, and wine list is great! Service was great - even though they were packed on a Thursday! I hope this place stays for the long haul! We've been to the last 3 places in the space and hope this one stays Get: -gnocchi - that truffle cream sauce is what I'll dream of, and the salmon trout roe was a good touch Meh: -steak frites (fries were the selling point) - the steak was cut a bit too thin, so it wasn't as juicy as you'd imagine, but the Mignonette and the Béarnaise were plate licking good Would definitely come back!

    Turbot au Troisgros
    John R.

    Gavroche is located on Wells St in Old Town where there are plenty of restaurants and interesting shops. We found street parking pretty easily. We were seated quickly and a server took our order fairly quickly too. There were many appetizers we wanted to try. We ordered more than half the appetizers, since they sounded appetizing. Oeuf Arpege - light creamy taste with some bites of interesting flavors (recommend) Escargots a la Bourgogne - warm flavorful escargot dripping in cozy dreamy sauce, wish it came with more pieces (highly recommend) Foie Gras Two Ways - seared and creamy, both delicious (recommend) Dry Aged Beef Tartare - as far as tartare goes, it was good (recommend) Turbot Au Troisgros - very good according to those who ate it (recommend) King Louis burger - tasty burger, one of the best according to the person who ate it (recommend) King Louis Royale burger $55 - caviar, foie gras, truffle, perfectly cooked meat, what else could you ask for? (highly recommend) Go to Gavroche for an enjoyable and tasty meal

    Steak tartare
    Helen M.

    Super cute and cozy nouvelle French in heart of old Town. Food was good - albeit pricey for smallsh portions. Food menu appears traditional but preparations are modern Updates. Extremely friendly staff and service. Great date spot

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    Can I give it 6-stars? Magnificent. We were coming in late off the road, checked into our Airbnb and wanted French. We found this gem in Yelp and called for a table. There was a cancellation and we scored the corner seats at the bar. The show of the kitchen and the street combined. The egg appetizer was unlike anything I've had in Paris, the mussels were perfect and the cream they bathed in unreal. The capstone was the Parisian gnocchi. Pillows, yes pillows of joy. Go, run, and enjoy. Thank you Chef, Adam and Mr. Chen for a perfect visit to Paris in Chicago. Ps, ask for a small house made baguette to use with the mussels.

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    Jim D.

    Place was a welcome surprise. Owner greets everyone at the door. Place is small but decorated intimately & there's candelabras at the bar. Once I saw someone cooking with a real cast iron skillet I was excited. Started with the langoustine appetizer & although extremely short lived, as in one bite, it was pretty good. Star of the evening was definitely the gnocchi as it was told the French version of the dish is much cheesier than its Italian counterpart. Cocktail was slightly above average for it to be a restaurant cocktail. My chicken dish was ok albeit it being void of any truffle flavor. For two entrees, one app & one cocktail we spent just under $100 which is extremely rare in Chicago & even more rare when you talk about food that taste good. Great date night spot.

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    Alexander M.

    Ambiance? They've got it down. The music hits the right notes too. But I came here for French cuisine, not just French vibes. Overpriced, dainty plates that look better than they taste. Chicago's full of great French restaurants- sadly, this isn't one of them. Great service though.

    Lim K.

    Their website says the reservation was only available for 4 or more people so the three of us ended up sitting at the bar. Actually we had great service at the bar even though none of us drank alcohol. After checking out the menu we decided to just share some appetizers. The steak tartare was good and had a unique flavor. The mussels tasted very fresh. The 'foie gras two ways' tasted delicious but the portion was very small. The carrots were too sweet and overcooked. My least favorite dish was the French onion soup; It was beautifully presented but I much prefer the traditional onion soup with melted cheese. Having been to many French restaurants in the past, I can say that the food here didn't quite meet my expectations.

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    Thank you for your review, we are ALWAYS at your service!!

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    Thank you, it was a pleasure to have you in!

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    Great food and amazing service. Chef Mitchell is a wiz with all of his creative spins on French classics.

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    Except for a dish with white asparagus the food lacked flavor. The presentation was beautiful but our dishes were bland and underseasoned.

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    Our server, Brooklyn, was superb!!! Food, was good and inventive, although, portions meant for sharing, were so small for the prices!!!

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    The baguette, mussels, and duck were delicious. Good service and ambience. Definitely recommend!

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    Great food! Excellent warm service! Beautiful atmosphere. Lovely experience . 10/10 recommend

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    This is one that is worth the hype. Well loved for good reason. There were no misses! We tried the…read morecrab tartlet, French onion soup, mussels, rabbit pot pie, duck l'orange for two, and the delicious maple crème brûlée. Every bite was scrumptious and we absolutely will be back! And the staff were all lovely. It is a really small space but that's part of the charm of being a traditional little French restaurant!

    Le Bouchon is an excellent example of the idea one *can* have too much of a good thing. Alas, there…read morewere more things that went a little south with the experience. I ordered the Escargot and the French Onion Soup. There was also free baguette included at the start of the meal. I loved that the baguette had a substantial crust, for it was an absolute delight to butter it up (though not the best butter in the world), and dip it into the herbaceous escargot butter. However, the inside, despite its temperature, was still gooey/doughy. Too much crust or some other technical issue? I'll let those with baking experience sound off. Whatever the case, the last thing I want to do with fresh baguette is ripping out the innards and rolling it into a ball of silly putty. Now, for the escargot... ah snails, an old favorite, for I don't really love fast food (ha!) These were mostly good, save for two things: First, the texture was still just a little slimy, reminiscent of an oyster. 30 seconds more cook time is all they needed, a minute would be too much! Second, the sauce didn't do them any favors. I've had escargot in a rich, buttery, garlicky, slightly herbed sauce that was beyond divine. This dish went triple-overboard, if not more, on the greens - making it resemble a chimichurri rather than something turning snails into decadence. Now, we arrive at the French Onion Soup. The sheer amount of cheese was so excessive that I recoiled even though I have a line item in my budget for cheese. I fished what remained out, and consumed it only out of spite. Now, while I appreciate the use of crusty bread that didn't turn into soggy croutons, the size of the pieces was too large. I'm one who orders prepared food with the understanding that it is prepared and should require minimal additional work. Steaks that need slicing are exempt, soup is not. Unfortunately, there was one more undoing: while I can understand a less sweet soup may be normal variation in the recipe, one of the spoonfuls had something very sour, as if it was a large wad of sour cream (though none was present). This made were otherwise rich and flavorful broth less than enjoyable. When it comes to the service, this had some good and bad. It was friendly, attentive, and the food came out fast. However, an item of note is that finished plates were not cleared in due course. This applies not only to myself but also the stranger sitting next to me. Final verdict: I wanted to love Le Bouchon, really I did. I was even hoping, at first, to try more of the menu on a return visit. However, the poor execution across the board does not provide the confidence needed for a return visit.

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    Mon Ami Gabi

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    Mon Ami Gabi delivers a classic French dining experience done right. The ambiance is beautiful -…read moreelegant yet welcoming-and the wine list is thoughtfully curated with great options to complement the menu. The standout dish is the Roast Chicken à la Mère. Perfectly crisp, golden skin on the outside with incredibly juicy, tender meat inside-simple, comforting, and executed flawlessly. It's one of those dishes that reminds you why French classics never go out of style. Service was excellent throughout the meal: attentive, professional, and genuinely warm without feeling rushed.

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    This is such a lovely little restaurant, and I do mean little. The space is small so I would…read morerecommend a reservation. Our first visit here was for Restaurant Week, but we have been back several times after that. The restaurant itself is absolutely adorable. Lots of two top tables as well as some four tops. The bar area is functional as it allows for seating to have drinks and to dine. Each time we have been there, the music has been off the charts. I was a little taken aback (in a good way though) when I heard Aretha Franklin. My mind was a little confused because I felt like I was in a small French restaurant in Paris and was expecting French Cafe Jazz/Chill music. But hearing the Queen of Soul changed the whole vibe for me. The menu is very eclectic and changes quite a bit. The one thing that has been consistently on the menu are the Pommes Dauphine (oyster mousse, pickled red onion, osetra caviar), which I adore. Another dish that was the Slagel Duck Breast à l'Orange (pistachio, baby carrots, marmalade demi-glace, wild herbs). This was also very good. The duck was prepared just right, with the meat tender and juicy, but the skin nice and crispy. The Duck Liver Mousse (beer jam, honey-roasted peanuts, mint) is also a favorite of mine. Every time we have dined here, the Wine Director, Terry McNeese, has taken care of us for wine and beverages as well as sometime speaking to us about the food specials. He was gracious and informative, and easy to talk to. It was not until our second visit that we discovered who he was after he gave us his card. I was inquiring about some of the music on that night and he mentioned that it was a Spotify playlist. He has created several playlist under "DM" specifically for the restaurant. He told us he was on Spotify and that we could find the music there. In addition to the music, he has a very nice curated wine list, by the glass and bottle. My favorite is Camille Braun Cremant d'Alsace Brut Rosé Alsace, France N.V. (Pinot Noir). What they do not have is cocktails, so come prepared to drink wine, beer/cider or non-alcoholic beverages. Terry made some recommendations for The Queen, who is a cider lover. She was very happy with the selections and he actually made a recommendation of one for her to try (on the house). If I had to say I had a complaint, it would be that Dear Margaret turns out some great dishes, but because they change the menu often, don't get attached like I do because your feelings will be hurt when it is no longer available. But on the plus side I would say you get to experience something new and exciting on your next visit. There is plenty of street parking as they are located on Lincoln Ave, so it is easy to go there and not fight for a spot or use Spot Hero. So if you are looking for a quick European getaway that doesn't jet lag, get thee to Dear Margaret très vite.

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    Bistro Campagne is always consistent The food is always…read moreoutstanding and the servers are well trained I usually get the Amish chicken with mushroom ragout and onion frites which is excellent, but easily enough food for 2 meals My most recent visit I had the steak frites which was delicious My guests had the cassoulet (also delicious) and the fish stew, which they loved They shared w generous charcuterie board and I had the steak tartare which I love For dessert we had the creme brûlée which was ethereal My only tiny gripe is the bussers consistently appear to rush the dinner, taking cocktail glasses before they're empty and clearing plates before everyone is finished

    Checked out Bistro Campagne for their restaurant week! The place is very cozy inside, perfect for a…read morewinter meal. Our waitress was super attentive and truly knew the menu inside out. Some of the standouts that I would definitely come back for were the French onion soup and steak frites. The gnocchi is definitely unique - I personally really liked it but it may not be for everyone. On the other hand, I probably wouldn't recommend the crème brûlée - maybe I just got unlucky coming in on one of the coldest days of January but I felt like mine wasn't properly warmed up so it kind of had a cottage cheese texture I didn't love to it

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    4.5(34 reviews)
    3.3 miLogan Square

    I'm old enough that I still remember doing the world-class happy hour at Dos Urban Cantina at the…read moresame address now home to Bar Parisette, a newer space from the Table, Donkey & Stick folks in Logan. I hadn't been back to check out the other restaurants in this space since Dos closed a few years ago, so I don't have the history on how this space has turned over a bit in the time since. I DO know this much: Bar Parisette is a strange ride. That's because I'm not really sure what it is going for, based on a dinner I had at the space last weekend. Bar Parisette, for a lot of reasons, gave me the sense it was going for French bistropub. The steak frites, the burger, the snacks, the drinks...all of that felt like it was right at home, but none of it was as strong as the food I've had at TDS. I went with the burger specifically because the burger at TDS is so good, but it just...wasn't, here. The meat was a little plain, the fries were fine, the bun was solid; the pieces were there, but as a package, it wasn't humming. The almonds were an interesting choice, but not one I would run out to make again; the trout dip was a winner with a couple of the folks in our party, but I skipped it since trout dip is not really my thing. I think the vibe was more a turnoff than the food and drink, though. Pardon my French, but it just wasn't sexy in here, and even though it was a Saturday night, it wasn't really hopping inside the space. If there was music playing, I didn't hear it or don't remember it, and the layout at Bar Parisette is functional but doesn't allow for the sorts of people-watching I like at other places in Chicago. (This became especially pointed when we left and walked next door to Gretel, which was jam-packed.) Service wasn't pushy, but it was certainly aggressive; our server came over three times in the first 10 minutes to check on our need to order, despite the fact that we were clearly a group that had not caught up in a while and had not spent much time with the menus. (European, this was not, at least in terms of speed.) But then we DID order, and it took 20 minutes to get our drinks and 30 minutes to get appetizers...then another 30 to get dinner. I didn't notice this as much because I had a late lunch, but my wife was showing signs of "hanger" that got more belligerent as the night went along. "Hurry up and wait" was never more apparent than this, and the staff acknowledged that it took too long for our food to come out, especially in a space that was almost completely empty by the time our mains came out. For $300 (this did include an $80 bottle of wine, note), my expectations are a little higher. Dos, this is not, and it's hard to imagine a scenario where I would come back to experience Bar Parisette a second time.

    I think this place is getting lost amongst all the other great spots anything 50 yds of it and…read morethat's a shame. If you're in the area, especially during happy hour (extended to all day on Mondays, closed Tuesdays), stop in. All the areas are lovely and comfortable (bistro, dining room, bar, kitchen counter) and service is friendly and knowledgeable. Absolutely great wine list (and keep an eye out for special event Wine Dinners), including value priced House Wines during HH. Very decent burger and fries, small snacks and full sized plates abound at very good prices. Like its relative restaurant Table, Donkey & Stick, good food, good drinks and good times are sure to be had.

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    Gavroche - french - Updated June 2026

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