For too long French food has been stuck with a bad rap. Even just a few years ago, most people’s idea of a French restaurant was a stereotype: The stuffy, outdated French bistro like “Chez Quis” in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. Well today, a much more modernized version of the French dining experience can be found all over Chicago. Here are some of our top picks for the city’s best French cuisine…
Via Cochon Volant
Cochon Volant Brasserie {100 West Monroe St, Chicago; 312.754.6560}
Set in the Loop’s Hyatt Centric Hotel, this chic French steakhouse is the closest you’ll come to a real Paris bistro without the plane ride. Whether you stop in for cocktails at the bar or bring a date for an upscale steak dinner, you’re guaranteed to get a taste of France at this classic brasserie.
Kiki’s Bistro {900 North Franklin St, Chicago; 312.335.5454}
With its welcoming atmosphere, superb French fare, and a staff that treats you like family, there’s a reason why Kiki’s Bistro in River North has so many loyal customers. Oh, and did we mention they have one of the best wine collections in the city?
Via Boeufhaus
Boeufhaus {1012 North Western Ave, Chicago; 773.661.2116}
Inspired by French and German cuisines, this farm-to-table spot seamlessly combines an Old World style with modernized techniques to create mouthwatering original dishes. With a variety of intriguing menu items like short rib beignets and smoked eggplant späetzle, even the pickiest of eaters will find something to love at Boeufhaus.
Les Nomades {222 East Ontario St, Chicago; 312.649.9010}
If you are looking for something more traditional but still sensational, head to this 30-year-old fine dining landmark. While the setting remains the same, the ever-changing seasonal menu certainly does not—continuously evolving to bring you the highest quality French dishes.
Via Sed Bona
Café Des Architectes {20 East Chestnut St, Chicago; 312.324.4063}
Located inside the Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile, this sophisticated French cafe serves as the perfect place to take a break from a busy day of shopping or to socialize late into the night. They also just so happen to feature one of best brunches in the city—how does bacon Gruyère quiche and brioche French toast sound on a Sunday morning?
By Audrey Rompon | Contributor
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