Bar La Rue

4.6

207 Reviews

$31 to $50

French American

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2 people

Jan 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 82 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for groups
Great for outdoor dining

Bar La Rue celebrates French-American cuisine with an inventive cocktail program in the heart of Fulton Market. The stylish space boasts a beautiful all-season, street-side, walk-in-friendly pergola bar and dining area, perfect for a cozy patio experience. The menu incorporates French plays on approachable American comfort foods, offering an inviting setting for lunch, brunch, or dinner. Whether you're enjoying cocktails at the bar, celebrating birthdays, or planning a romantic date, Bar La Rue provides a Mediterranean-inspired atmosphere perfect for any occasion.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French American
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–1:00 am
Phone number
(312) 533-4607
Website
http://www.barlarue.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Bar La Rue offers an ideal space for high energy cocktail receptions. Complete with comfortable booth seating, an expansive indoor-outdoor bar, and a French bistro inspired patio, we can accommodate any gathering of up to 200 guests privately.
Private party contact
Bar La Rue Events Team: (312) 779-0219

Location
820 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607-1302
Neighborhood
West Loop
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Brunch Experience
Multiple dates available
Bonjour! Indulge in our new brunch experience featuring delicacies like the Truffle Mushroom Scramble and Maine Lobster Omelet, perfectly paired with refreshing cocktails like the classic Mimosa or Espresso de Lavender. Grab a seat on our patio and savor our new French-inspired brunch offerings! For full brunch menu, please visit us here: https://www.barlarue.com/food-and-drink/#brunch
Valentine's Day 3-Course Tasting Menu
$75.00 per person
Feb 14, 2025 only
Savor a delightful three-course tasting menu at $75 per person, offering elevated options and an intimate dining experience perfect for a romantic night out. Please note: Tax and gratuity are not included in the listed price.

What 207 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

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Bar La Rue offers a delightful dining experience with a "beautiful ambiance" complemented by "delicious food" and "wonderful service." Guests rave about the brunch options, especially the "lobster omelette" and "truffle mushroom scramble." The cozy atmosphere and attentive staff make it a "must visit" in the West Loop.

207 Reviews

D
Diane
Chicago
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Cute place. Soup was good. Lobster roll just ok. Was super loud.
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Cynthia Elisa
VIP
Chicago
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The restaurant has a beautiful ambiance with nice music, which Here’s a polished version of your review: The restaurant has a beautiful ambiance with nice music, which we appreciated. However, the service and food quality left much to be desired. Our waiter was not attentive, taking a long time to offer additional drinks even though the restaurant was not busy. We also noticed the manager checking on several other tables but completely ignoring ours. It took over an hour to receive our food, despite ordering right away. When the food arrived, it was disappointing. The chicken sandwich was overly salty, the burger had an excessive amount of mayo, and the fries were overcooked. Given the prices, we expected much better quality. Additionally, when bread and appetizers were served, we had to ask for plates, which should have been provided automatically. For the price point and reputation, the restaurant should deliver a higher standard of service and attention to detail. While the setting was lovely, the overall experience was underwhelming. we appreciated. However, the service and food quality left much to be desired. Our waiter was not attentive, taking a long time to offer additional drinks even though the restaurant was not busy. We also noticed the manager checking on several other tables but completely ignoring ours. It took over an hour to receive our food, despite ordering right away. When the food arrived, it was disappointing. The chicken sandwich was overly salty, the burger had an excessive amount of mayo, and the fries were overcooked. Given the prices, we expected much better quality. Additionally, when bread and appetizers were served, we had to ask for plates, which should have been provided automatically. For the price point and reputation, the restaurant should deliver a higher standard of service and attention to detail. While the setting was lovely, the overall experience was underwhelming.
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Sharon
VIP
Chicago
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very cute place for brunch. Food was very good! I would definitely return!
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Olivia
VIP
Chicago
28 reviews
3.0
28 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The drinks were AMAZING! Would definitely recommend stopping in for drinks for a date night or a night out with friends. We had the French onion soup, French fries, and the burger provence style. The French onion soup was good - very cheesy! For the burger, you definitely need a knife and a fork.
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Lucy
VIP
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Brandon! He was the best give him a raise
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Fazilat
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I think it’s a nice environment and the server was very professional and attentive and food was good. However, I think it is very over priced for what it is.
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Jennifer
Chicago
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Drinks and appetizers ordered were yummy. We sat at the the bar closer to the windows. Bartender and ambiance were great. Smoked old fashion and caviar chicken nuggets were interesting and presented well! Overall, wonderful experience!
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Josh
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
GREAT brunch! Our server was amazing and very knowledgeable. Lobster omelette and truffle mushroom scramble were outstanding. The tots are sneaky great too as a side. Glassware is very cute too!
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Karen
VIP
Milwaukee
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We went with friends who were visiting the city. Had the brunch menu and was not disappointed. The restaurant was not crowded, we had a table on the outdoor enclosed space. I will say it was a little bit drafty and with current temperatures was a little cold. Overall it was an enjoyable experience.
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Kate
Chicago
144 reviews
4.0
144 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed our dinner. The restaurant has a cozy bar atmosphere. We had tuna tartare, endive salad, chicken sandwich, and mussels. Everything was good and portions were large.
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FAQs

Bar La Rue is rated 4.6 stars by 207 OpenTable diners.

Bar La Rue does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 82 times today

Experiences are available.

820 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607-1302

Additional information

Neighborhood
West Loop
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–1:00 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.barlarue.com/
Phone number
(312) 533-4607
Private party facilities
Bar La Rue offers an ideal space for high energy cocktail receptions. Complete with comfortable booth seating, an expansive indoor-outdoor bar, and a French bistro inspired patio, we can accommodate any gathering of up to 200 guests privately.
Private party contact
Bar La Rue Events Team: (312) 779-0219

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Bar La Rue

Make a reservation

Private dining

Additional information

Gift card

Experiences

Brunch Experience

Valentine's Day 3-Course Tasting Menu

Menu

What 207 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

How is Bar La Rue restaurant rated?

Does Bar La Rue offer gift cards?

Is Bar La Rue currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information

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