Le Colonial - Chicago

4.8

7892 Reviews

$50 and over

Vietnamese

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Atlanta, Denver, Delray Beach, Houston, Lake Forest, and Naples, the famed Vietnamese restaurant is designed to capture a bygone era of sophistication and opulence. Celebrated restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King deliver exquisite attention to detail in the luxurious, classic, and romantic atmosphere Perched on Oak Street in Chicago’s Gold Coast. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Vietnamese, Asian, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:45 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 255-0088
Website
http://lecolonial.com/chicago/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Quoc Luong
Private party facilities
Chef Quoc Luong preserves the heirloom recipes of his homeland with fine ingredients & artful use of herbs & spices. Your guests will enjoy signature favorites with enhanced presentations in a sultry oasis reminiscent of 1920s Vietnam.

Location
57 East Oak Street, Chicago, IL 60611
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Cross street
Oak St, between Rush St & Michigan Ave
Parking details
Valet parking is available for $16 (3 hour maximum). Public lots & street parking also nearby.
Public transit
CTA Red Line (nearest station: Chicago Avenue)Many CTA bus routes are nearby such as: #22, 36, 151, 156.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Saigon Social | Monday - Friday 3PM to 6PM
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 12:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Join us in our Lounge, Monday through Friday, from 3PM to 6PM to enjoy our Saigon Social menu, featuring specially priced bites, cocktails, and wines. This menu is offered *exclusively* in the Lounge and Lounge Bar (excluding special events & holidays). While reservations aren't required, please check in with our front host team upon arrival for seating availability. Kindly note that seating in the Lounge & Bar area is 'first come, first served'. We look forward to seeing you!

Popular dishes

Ca Song / Spicy Yellowfin Tuna Tartare*$24.00
Hass Avocado, Sweet Chili, Cucumber, Sriracha, Soy Caviar, Taro Chips. Served rare
Do Bien Tai Chanh / Seafood Ceviche*$19.00
Bay Scallops, Gulf Shrimp, Avocado, Cilantro, Taro Chips
Bo Bia / Chilled Vegetable Rolls** ^$14.00
Julienned Carrots, Jicama, Cage-Free Eggs, Shiitake Mushrooms, Aromatic Herbs, Peanut Plum Dipping Sauce
Goi Cuon / Chilled Shrimp Rolls** ^$15.00
Rice Noodles, Shrimp, Lettuce, Bean Sprouts, Aromatic Herbs, Peanut Plum Dipping Sauce
Chao Tom / Shrimp on Sugar Cane** ^$16.00
Grilled Shrimp wrapped around Sugar Cane, Rice Noodles, Mint, Cilantro, Lettuce, Peanut Plum Dipping Sauce
Ca Bam / Hanoi Style Monkfish**$19.00
Wok-Seared Wild-Caught Monkfish, Turmeric, Lemongrass, Peanuts, Crispy Sesame Crackers
Cha Gio Chay / Crispy Vegetable Rolls$14.00
Taro Root, Bean Threads, Asian Mushrooms, Aromatic Herbs, Ginger Soy Dipping Sauce
Cha Gio / Crispy Shrimp & Pork Rolls$16.00
Gulf Shrimp, Pork, Asian Mushrooms, Mint, Cilantro, Chili Lime Dipping Sauce
Banh Cuon / Rice Noodle "Ravioli"$16.00
Miller Farms Chicken & Wood Ear Mushrooms rolled in Flat Rice Noodles, with Bean Sprouts, & Nuoc Cham Sauce
Sui Cao Chien / Pan Seared Dumplings^$17.00
Miller Farms Chicken, Scallions, Ginger, Sesame Black Vinegar Sauce
Suon Nuong / Baby Back Ribs** ^$20.00
Chargrilled Berkshire Pork Ribs with Signature Vietnamese Hoisin Glaze, Lemongrass, Cabbage Slaw, Toasted Peanuts
Banh Uot / Sesame Beef Rolls^$18.00
Grilled Sesame Beef, Rolled in Flat Rice Noodles; with Cucumber, Crispy Shallots, Shredded Basil, Lime Garlic Vinaigrette

Soups & Salads

Hoanh Thanh / Seafood Dumpling Soup^$14.00
Steamed Vegetables, Onion Sesame Broth, Sea Bass, Shrimp, Crabmeat
Pho Bo / Hanoi Beef Noodle Soup^$15.00
Seasoned Oxtail Broth, Rice Noodles, Scallions, Bean Sprouts, Cilantro, Beef Tenderloin Slices*
Goi Bo / Spicy Beef Carpaccio Salad*$24.00
Heritage Angus Prime Beef Tenderloin, Farm Greens, Sweet Chili & Agave Dressing. Served rare
Goi Ngo Sen / Lotus Root Salad$15.00
Lotus Root, Organic Tofu, Cucumber, Tomato, Chili Lime Soy Dressing
Goi Bun So / Seared Sea Scallop Salad$24.00
Seared Sea Scallops, Chinese Broccoli Leaves, Julienned Pea Pods, Garlic Egg & Rice Noodles, Lime Vinaigrette
Goi Ga / Chicken & Cabbage Salad**$17.00
Lemongrass & Ginger Poached Chicken Breast, Cabbage, Grapefruit, Toasted Peanuts, Crispy Shallots, Sweet Chili Garlic Vinaigrette

Large Plates

Ca Hap / Steamed Sea Bass$0.00
Ginger Steamed Sea Bass Fillet, Cellophane Noodles, Oyster Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Scallions, Light Ginger-Scented Broth
- MKT$0.00
Ca Hoi Nuong / Roasted Salmon*$35.00
Miso-Glazed Scottish Salmon, Shiitake Mushrooms, Baby Bok Choy, Coconut Lobster Broth, Annato Oil. Served medium rare
Tom Xao Sate / Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry$34.00
Gulf Shrimp, Asparagus, Onions, Bell Peppers, Scallions, Spicy Chili Oil
Cari Tom / Green Shrimp Curry$34.00
Gulf Shrimp, Bamboo Shoots, Lime Leaf, Snow Peas, Zucchini, Spicy Coconut, Green Curry Broth
Mi Xao Don Chay / Mixed Vegetable Stir-Fry$28.00
Crispy Egg Noodles, Wok-Seared Leafy Greens, Pea Pods, Shiitake Mushrooms, Organic Tofu, Light Oyster Sauce
Banh Xao / Noodle Stir-Fry$29.00
Wide Rice Noodles, Bean Sprouts, Soy Sauce; Tofu, Chicken, Beef (+$3) or Shrimp (+$3)
Bo Luc Lac / Shaking Beef*$40.00
Caramelized Filet Mignon*, Farm Greens, Sweet Onions, Watercress, Lime Pepper Vinaigrette. Served medium rare
Bo Sate / Sate Spiced Filet Mignon* **$40.00
Diced Filet Mignon*, Simmered in Fragrant Sate Sauce, Yams, String Beans. Served medium rare
Vit Quay / Roasted Half Duck$42.00
Ginger Marinated Long Island Pekin Duck, Tamarind Dipping Sauce
Ga Xao Xa Ot / Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry$31.00
Miller Farms Chicken Breast, Turmeric, Lemongrass, Jalapeno, Green Beans, Shiitake Mushroom, Thai Basil
Cari Ga / Chicken Curry**$31.00
Miller Farms Chicken Breast, Japanese Eggplant, Mango, Yam, Green Beans, Toasted Cashews, Yellow Coconut Curry Sauce
Com Chien / Signature Fried Rice$19.00
Ginger Poached Miller Farms Chicken Breast, Jasmine Rice, Broccoli, Eggs, Scallion

Le Colonial Signature

Ca Chien Saigon / Red Snapper$0.00
Crispy Whole Red Snapper, Spicy Garlic Glaze
- MKT$0.00

Shareable Sides

Crispy Brussels Sprouts**$14.00
Brussels Sprouts, Caramelized Fish Sauce, Lemon, Roasted Peanuts, Scallions
Rau Xao^$14.00
Wok-Fired Gailan, Napa Cabbage, Baby Bok Choy, Garlic Oyster Sauce
Ca Tim Nuong$14.00
Grilled Japanese Eggplant, Scallion Oil, Crispy Shallots, Spicy Basil-Lime Fish Sauce
Jasmine Rice$4.00
- Sm$4.00
- Lg$6.00
Shiitake Mushroom Sticky Rice$7.00
Garlic Green Beans^$14.00
Haricots Verts, Garlic, Sesame, Oyster Sauce
Mi Xao He / Garlic Noodles$14.00
Wok-Sautéed Egg Noodles, Garlic, Chives, Oyster Sauce

What 7,892 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Le Colonial in Chicago offers a captivating blend of French-Vietnamese cuisine, creating a "wonderful dining experience" with "amazing food" and "fantastic ambiance." Guests rave about its "beautiful decor" and "unique flavors," making it a perfect spot for both special occasions and casual dining. Service and atmosphere consistently impress, enhancing the overall experience.

7,892 Reviews

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Bruce
VIP
Chicago
58 reviews
4.0
58 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Having been to Le Colonial many times at its Rush Street location, I regularly had the same experience: Great service, great food, great ambiance, but it was over-priced for what you got. In our very first time at the new Oak Street location, I'm pleased to say that it is no longer over-priced! The prices are well within reason, and actually lower than most other fine dining restaurants downtown. And the food and atmosphere are still great! But, unfortunately, the service was not. While the bus service was terrific -- very polite and arrived at timely moments -- the waiter seemed very inexperienced and perhaps not well-trained. He was very nice and he was trying, but there were a number of blunders. But our biggest objection is the service from the maitre'd stand. When we arrived, the two individuals were snarky about the fact that we arrived 15 minutes EARLIER than our reservation, explaining essentially that it was our fault that we had to wait. And then, when leaving, the same two individuals were merely chatting amongst themselves, and, in a very small area in which we had to pass within 5 feet of the maitre'd stand, we said thank you as we passed by, and they never looked over, and never said a word. If that sounds minor, perhaps you needed to be there in the entry way, which is so small that it would be awkward not to acknowledge one another. Nevertheless, great food, great ambiance and great value.
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Kirsten
VIP
Chicago
11 reviews
3.0
11 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Somewhat understandably it was Christmas Eve, but our service was subpar and very slow. We ordered one drink and they brought us a different one and they insisted this was the drink we ordered. The food was great as always, but the service left something to be desired.
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Rachel
VIP
Chicago
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We continue to return to this beautiful restaurant for the food, ambiance, and service. Every bite of food is always delicious, the ambiance allows you to really relax, slow down, and enjoy the people you are dining with and vibe. The service is always spectacular.
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Lew
VIP
Philadelphia
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Very good food. Tried to have a discreet birthday dessert but staff is extremely process oriented - couldn’t handle the exception. Pricing quite inflated - $220 bill for two with 1 appetizer, 2 entrees, 2 mocktails.
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Susan
Chicago
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Eddie our server was great!! Food was delicious!! My husband’s favorite restaurant to celebrate his 65 th!
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Courtney
VIP
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My favorite restaurant in all of Chicago. Consistently fantastic. The crispy veggie egg rolls, chicken dumplings, signature fried rice, and shaking beef are musts. The cocktail program could use some TLC but the food is so good it doesn’t matter.
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Allyson
Indiana
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our favorite annual trip to celebrate our Anniversary!! The most amazing food, incredible ambiance especially near Christmas, wonderful wait staff, quiet intimate setting on the porch! We walk away amazed by the food and experience each year!
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Amy
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came here for a small group holiday dinner with co-workers. It was perfect! Server was attentive, yet did not rush us. Every dish (and beverage) was delicious. The perfect special occasion spot.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great meal and service. This establishment is always highly recommended.
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Lisa
Memphis/West TN
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience! Lovely decor and excellent food. Every dish was bursting with flavor. Looking forward to returning on our next trip to Chicago.
Le Colonial - ChicagoResponded 6 days ago
Thank you so much for dining with us last night! We're thrilled to read that you enjoyed your dinner and are so honored that you chose to visit us while in town. We hope you have an amazing time in Chicago and on behalf of the entire Le Colonial team, we'll be looking forward to your next visit. Happy Holidays to you and yours! :)
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Le Colonial - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 255-0088.

Le Colonial - Chicago is rated 4.8 stars by 7892 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Order delivery or takeout

57 East Oak Street, Chicago, IL 60611

Additional information

Cross street
Oak St, between Rush St & Michigan Ave
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Hours of operation
Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:45 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Vietnamese, Asian, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet parking is available for $16 (3 hour maximum). Public lots & street parking also nearby.
Public transit
CTA Red Line (nearest station: Chicago Avenue)Many CTA bus routes are nearby such as: #22, 36, 151, 156.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Quoc Luong
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://lecolonial.com/chicago/
Phone number
(312) 255-0088
Private party facilities
Chef Quoc Luong preserves the heirloom recipes of his homeland with fine ingredients & artful use of herbs & spices. Your guests will enjoy signature favorites with enhanced presentations in a sultry oasis reminiscent of 1920s Vietnam.

Le Colonial - Chicago

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Saigon Social | Monday - Friday 3PM to 6PM

SU I CAO CH IEN - Pan-Seared Chicken Dumplings

Cha Gio Chay Crispy Vegetable Rolls

CHA GIO - Crispy Shrimp & Pork Rolls

Small Plates

Ca Song / Spicy Yellowfin Tuna Tartare*$24.00

Do Bien Tai Chanh / Seafood Ceviche*$19.00

Bo Bia / Chilled Vegetable Rolls** ^$14.00

Goi Cuon / Chilled Shrimp Rolls** ^$15.00

Chao Tom / Shrimp on Sugar Cane** ^$16.00

Ca Bam / Hanoi Style Monkfish**$19.00

Cha Gio Chay / Crispy Vegetable Rolls$14.00

Cha Gio / Crispy Shrimp & Pork Rolls$16.00

Banh Cuon / Rice Noodle "Ravioli"$16.00

Sui Cao Chien / Pan Seared Dumplings^$17.00

Suon Nuong / Baby Back Ribs** ^$20.00

Banh Uot / Sesame Beef Rolls^$18.00

Soups & Salads

Hoanh Thanh / Seafood Dumpling Soup^$14.00

Pho Bo / Hanoi Beef Noodle Soup^$15.00

Goi Bo / Spicy Beef Carpaccio Salad*$24.00

Goi Ngo Sen / Lotus Root Salad$15.00

Goi Bun So / Seared Sea Scallop Salad$24.00

Goi Ga / Chicken & Cabbage Salad**$17.00

Large Plates

Ca Hap / Steamed Sea Bass$0.00

Ca Hoi Nuong / Roasted Salmon*$35.00

Tom Xao Sate / Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry$34.00

Cari Tom / Green Shrimp Curry$34.00

Mi Xao Don Chay / Mixed Vegetable Stir-Fry$28.00

Banh Xao / Noodle Stir-Fry$29.00

Bo Luc Lac / Shaking Beef*$40.00

Bo Sate / Sate Spiced Filet Mignon* **$40.00

Vit Quay / Roasted Half Duck$42.00

Ga Xao Xa Ot / Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry$31.00

Cari Ga / Chicken Curry**$31.00

Com Chien / Signature Fried Rice$19.00

Le Colonial Signature

Ca Chien Saigon / Red Snapper$0.00

Shareable Sides

Crispy Brussels Sprouts**$14.00

Rau Xao^$14.00

Ca Tim Nuong$14.00

Jasmine Rice$4.00

Shiitake Mushroom Sticky Rice$7.00

Garlic Green Beans^$14.00

Mi Xao He / Garlic Noodles$14.00

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