Le Colonial - Chicago

4.8

7978 Reviews

$50 and over

Vietnamese

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

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 7,978 people are saying

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
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Le Colonial in Chicago offers a captivating dining experience with "polished take on Vietnamese cuisine." Guests appreciate its "exceptional atmosphere" and "outstanding service." The "delicious food" features signature dishes like shaking beef and chicken curry. Although some mention minor service issues, the "ambiance is fab" and "decor is gorgeous," making it a top choice for special occasions.

7,978 Reviews

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elaine
VIP
Chicago
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Birthday celebration and the food is always amazing! I was at the Naples location 4 days ago… I love Le Colonial 💕
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Seham
VIP
Philadelphia
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible food and service. Highly recommend putting this on your restaurant rotation.
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Gordon
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Le Colonial! We went many times when it was in NYC before it closed. We were thrilled to learn that there was a Chicago location and the ambience, food and service were first rate. It is a must go!
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Tuan
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time here for Valentine’s Day and we were very impressed with the food and food quality. We would definitely come back here again for date nights.
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Nicholas
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food here is good, but we were suprised to find a mandatory pris fix which had almost no vegetarian options (one of the reasons we decided to come) and imo was quite overpriced for the value compared to similar tiered restaurants in the city - it felt like a bit of a scam. I’ve had some great meals here but this was not the experience we were expecting so I recommend that diners be careful.
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thomas
Detroit
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
5 days before Valentine’s Day I received a call from the restaurant letting me know they were only doing a $125 per person 3 course option which included 90% of the menu. This information was not published online, on their website, their instagram, or open table. It essentially forced anyone who made a reservation for Valentine’s Day over a month in advance to cough up twice what should have been expected or miss out on going to a nice restaurant as every other place had been booked up for weeks. It was clear that many people canceled when hearing about this as it was completely booked when I originally got my reservation, which was for bar seating, but they sat us at a table and many others were open. The 3 courses were an appetizer, entree, and dinky desert.
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Sean
VIP
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The pricing for Valentine's Day was absurd. Pre-fixed menu of $125 dollars per person gets you one appetizer, one main course, and one dinky dessert shoe-horned in to make it seem like a better value. The main course reminded me of a can of Chunky soup. You know it's subpar when the white rice was the highlight of the meal. Didn't even want to get my usual cocktail, The Old Fashioned, because it was marked up to an absurd $26. Our dinner for two cost $450 with tip, which only included the two dinners plus three total cocktails and a very basic beer. Taxes were upwards of 14% because they taxed on the 20% forced tip. I could have could have gone to my local mom and pop Vietnamese restaurant for a quarter of the price and gotten the same quality of food. Le Colonial didn't steal my heart on Valentine's Day, they stole my wallet!!
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COLLEEN
VIP
Chicago
30 reviews
1.0
30 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We will never go back to Le colonial. We have been going there for years and decided to go on Valentine’s Day this year. The price was $125 per person for the exact same menu that they carry every day. The overall bill was almost $800 with a bottle of wine. That is ridiculous! The fact that they are able to charge that for a simple Valentine’s Day, that is just the same as their regular menu is shocking and embarrassing to the restaurant. We will never go there again.
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Taylor
VIP
San Francisco
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The service was great and ambiance was good. The food itself did not wow either of us, especially for such a renowned establishment. The couple next to us were vocal in their level of displeasure, especially for a Valentine’s Day experience. We may try again, but the fixed menu and bland flavor profiles definitely were disappointing considering the pricing.
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Jude
Chicago
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Money grab for Valentine’s Day and spent $400 to leave hungry
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FAQs

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 7978 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

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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Is Le Colonial - Chicago currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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