The Bristol

4.5

1921 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

2152 N Damen, Chicago, IL 60647

About this restaurant

Innovative
Romantic
Neighborhood gem

The Bristol has helped shape the Chicago hospitality scene since 2008 and remains a neighborhood staple. The food is deliberately created, packed with flavor and unpretentious. The menu is a hybrid of the classic and the contemporary and based in French techniques, but remains rooted in New American cuisine with farm-fresh produce and Midwest sensibilities. The Bristol wine program is built on a foundation of producers that are the benchmarks for their regions and styles of wine-making, while also focusing on the new generation of producers who've taken the baton and are re-shaping their region's historic styles. This philosophy trickles down to every element of The Bristol's 'Nouveau/Classic' beverage program from the redefined classic cocktails to quintessential European beer styles done in the American palate.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American, American
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 862-5555
Website
http://www.thebristolchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Larry Feldmeier
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
2152 N Damen, Chicago, IL 60647
Neighborhood
Lincoln Park
Cross street
Damen & Webster
Parking details
Street parking available on Damen and surrounding neighborhood.
Public transit
Blue Line - Damen50 Damen Bus - Webster & Damen
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,921 people are saying

The Bristol reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
2.8Value

Noise • Energetic

1,921 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner VIP
London6 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 7, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The tasting menu here is reasonable, delicious, and innovative. Cocktails are also fabulous. Highly recommend.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
London6 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 4, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was delicious, and the staff was phenomenal.
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MEMV
Monterrey18 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 2, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had one of the best experiences we've ever had in a restaurant!! It was simply amazing, not just the food and presentation of the plates, but the service was also outstanding!!! We were celebrating my husband's birthday, they had a bd card signed by everyone, they brought our desert with candles and the chef came out to say hello. Everyone was very attentive and nice: the hosts, all the servers, the barman, the chef and a cook who came several times to check on us. I would go back anytime!!!
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TomS
Chicago6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 26, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful place -- superb bartender who stocks hard-to-find spirits like Luxard, Green Chartreuse and Creme de Violette. Fantastic food which is presented beautifully and a truly kind staff. Highly recommended.
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KellyR VIP
Salt Lake City10 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 24, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Creative choices for dinner. Wonderful atmosphere and staff
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Linny
Chicago8 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 23, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic. In every way
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RichardT
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of my favorite restaurants ever. I've been here for the eight-course tasting three times now, every season. Brilliant.
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David
St. Louis19 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly but professional service, prompt attention to needs. Food was excellent - very unique but enjoyable dishes Abs flavors. I highly recommend!!
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SusieB
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really great experience. I had the vegetarian tasting menu and was really blown away by the creativity, the flavors and textures of the food. All the staff were very attentive and welcoming. Highly recommend.
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foodislife
Denver4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 18, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exquisite! We did the "8-Course Experience," and what an experience! Dishes were perfectly arranged and timed. Excellent wine list. GM and Chef were very down to earth and personable. Would do it 1000 times over again. We are from out of town, but hopeful to make it back for the refreshed Summer menu beginning in July.
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The Bristol offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 862-5555.

The Bristol is rated 4.5 stars by 1921 OpenTable diners.

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2152 N Damen, Chicago, IL 60647

Additional information

Cross street
Damen & Webster
Neighborhood
Lincoln Park
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American, American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking available on Damen and surrounding neighborhood.
Public transit
Blue Line - Damen50 Damen Bus - Webster & Damen
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Larry Feldmeier
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.thebristolchicago.com/
Phone number
(773) 862-5555

The Bristol

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Additional information

1st Course

Milk Bread$10.00

Endive Salad$15.00

English Pea Gazpacho$16.00

Salmon & Garbanzo Tartare$21.00

Basil Lavosh$17.00

2nd Course

Pappardelle$23.00

Pea & Ricotta Ravioli$25.00

Rice Porridge$24.00

3rd Course

Half Chicken$38.00

Tempura Maitake$34.00

Short Rib$42.00

Halibut$36.00

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