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Le Bouchon - Chicago, Chicago, IL

Le Bouchon - Chicago

4.8 (2205)
$31 to $50
French
1958 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

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2 people
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8:00 PM
Booked 64 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Le Bouchon has been thriving in Bucktown since 1993, serving classic French Bistro food in a dining room that will transport you to Paris. Voted one of the best French Restaurants in America by Timeout Magazine.

Open from 11am-10pm Monday - Saturday.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Comfort Food, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Wbaldo Gallegos, Chef de Cuisine: Oliver Poilevey
  • Neighborhood
    Bucktown / Wicker Park
  • Cross street
    Armitage
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Damen or Western Blue Line. Damen or Armitage Buses.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine

What 2,205 people are saying

Le Bouchon - Chicago reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    French

  • Chicago

    Great for fine wines

  • Chicago

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Le Bouchon in Chicago offers a "perfect experience" with "incredible food" and a "Parisian vibe." Known for "authentic French bistro" dishes like steak frites and French onion soup, it boasts "attentive service" and a "cozy atmosphere." Popular for its "half-price wine on Mondays," reservations are recommended for this "neighborhood gem."
2,205 Reviews
  1. Liz VIP

    Chicago164 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    There is nothing like Le Bouchon, especially on Mondays! Food is always reliable and delicious.

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  2. RENEE

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    10 out of 10. We had reservations and were seated when we arrived. Had the escargot and duck for 2. It did not disappoint. The flavors were amazing. Drinks and dessert just as good. Service was excellent!! Only negative thing I can say is the music that was playing did not match the atmosphere of the restaurant. Will definitely be back.

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  3. Irene VIP

    Chicago11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were two people and had a good experience. However, the online menu showing on Open Table is not accurate in that the Cassoulet was not available and we were told that it is only available in the winter months and there was no seared fois gras (not a whole piece). These were two things that really drew us to the menu. We were told that the owner means the online menu as "suggestions" so be ware. Our server was great We had the escargot, a pate en croute, both good. For our entrées we had the Scallops and the Lamb chops - both Excellent. It is a small place with tables for two very close together so love your neighbors, which we did. The music is awful. No French bistro music. Overall a four . They did comp our dessert probably due to our disappointment with the online menu. A terrific apple tart with ice cream. Our "neighbors" loved everything they had including the Pekin Duck.

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  4. Tina

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was really good! It was noisy but very French. The staff there is also very friendly. I will go there again.

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  5. Jennifer VIP

    Chicago40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What more is there to add about Chicago's classique bistro? The food, the ambience, the service are all parfait!

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  6. carol

    New York City18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our first visit. The restaurant was very busy @930pm for our after theater reservation. It was noisy but quieted down about 10pm. Service was good, attentive, portions generous. We'll be back!

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  7. Neha VIP

    Houston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best French food in Chicago! The restaurant is very reliable for traditional French fare- steak frite, escargot, French onion soup. Food is spot on every time we came here. Their beet salad is the best in town. The desserts are amazing as well. A simple crème brûlée but well made with a nicely torched top.

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  8. Daniel VIP

    Chicago4 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was abysmal. Waiter never told us a name but the bald guy with a beard was about as unfriendly as it gets for someone who works in the service industry. I took my wife out for her first Mother’s Day dinner as a mom and we get checked on twice and were sitting with empty glasses of wine for 30+ min before he brought out the dessert menu (still never asking if we needed another drink). We spent half the dinner trying to understand what we did wrong to be treated this way until we heard him treating the table behind us the same way. Horrible experience.

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  9. Bonnie

    Chicago20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lively atmosphere with people having an enjoyable time. Could be a small bistro in France. Onion soup is delicious! A special place.

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  10. Carolyn VIP

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We went on Monday for their 1/2 priced wine special. The entire wine list was 1/2 off. We really enjoyed the food and the service, our waitress was very knowledgeable about the menu. Only complaint would be how loud it was with so many tables close together.

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FAQs

Le Bouchon - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 862-6600.

Le Bouchon - Chicago is rated 4.8 stars by 2205 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 64 times today
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1958 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Armitage
  • Neighborhood
    Bucktown / Wicker Park
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Comfort Food, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Damen or Western Blue Line. Damen or Armitage Buses.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Wbaldo Gallegos, Chef de Cuisine: Oliver Poilevey
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine
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