Reviews Brindille

We enjoyed visiting Brindille since it was opened. Coming from the Four Seasons in LA and Naha, the Brindille team has definitely created some of the best French dishes (with a spin) in the past and present. The importance of creative French cuisines is the balance of the flavors from fresh ingredients and yes the sauces. Everything I have had here, were made perfectly with care. It is difficult to describe all of my experiences here so you will just have to try it yourself. But you won't regret it that is fo sure. However, we used to enjoy the atmosphere at Brindille before COVID, quiet, quaint , romantic even, which is what you expect for a French joint. The last few visits, the place has turned into a sports bar or TGI Fridays. Large tables, loud, drunk and completely out of control. This is the down side for me, hence the 4 ⭐. But if that is what you are into, good for you.

We really enjoyed our meal at Brindille. The service was friendly and very attentive, the ambience quite pleasant, and the food was great. The one critical note would be that it’s not cheap - we had seen the regular menu on their website and thought it was quite expensive. When we went, it was during restaurant week, and the menu price even then was up there, with portions being somewhat stingy. We did really appreciate our food and the service though, and we’ll probably go back to try the regular menu too. Honorable mention for their version of an île flottante- it was absolutely delicious.

Came here for restaurant week and the menu looks not bad. The food is overall tasty but little amount as it’s French, you know. 59 dollars to get three courses is a good deal. Appetizer is the oyster, flavorful spice with some smoke taste covered the stinky of oyster. Entree is the sirloin steak, medium rare is good for this one, the sauce is meaty flavor and works pretty well with the steak itself and the potatoes. Dessert is the oeuf, concept is cool, ice cream with citrus fruit is a combination of sweet and sour plus a balance of bitterness in there. Next time I will try their claufotis.

Foods were very tasty. Their service and behavior were praiseworthy.

Very positive review of this place - we hosted an executive event for the company here for many of our top clients. We booked the whole venue. Service was superior. People offering to take our coats as we walked in, offer us a cocktail or drinks, and more. The food was pretty good overall as well. Kicked off with oysters, went into greens/meats, and ended up delicious desserts. Man the dessert was awesome - macaroons, cookies, and more. Very impressed. The ambiance of this place is very romantic also. Great date spot. I'd definitely return here for a date, client dinner, or just to catch up with friends.

Chose to give Brindille a shot after a LOT of looking over info on various high-end restaurants in Chicago - we were NOT disappointed. Heavy traffic delayed us, I called and advised them, they said thanks, and we showed 20 minutes late to a very hearty welcome. We brought along two bottles of fine wine from my cellar: a dry white 2014 "Y" from the Château d'Yquem, and a 1990 Château d'Yquem which absolutely floored us for its perfection! "Y" is also called "Ygrec," which is the French name for that letter of the alphabet. We also bought a bottle of 2013 Albert Boxer Gewurztraminer Reserve from Alsace. Two of us dined on the following, sharing dishes: Appetizers, which were generously portioned: CHESAPEAKE BAY SOFT SHELL CRAB Charred Heirloom Tomato, Red Onion & Provençal Black Olives with soft white corn polenta, roquette leaves and french date vinegar butter. Amazing crab, especially in Chicago, where they're not pulled out of nearby waters. Also quite liked the polenta, and the overall flavors were well chosen. Eaten with two wines we brought, preferred with Ygrec. CRISP BELLY OF BERKSHIRE PORK Cardamom Roasted Pineapple & Pickled Ramps, Beauty Heart Radish and Candied Pecans, Natural Jus with Kishmish "Green" Raisins, Blueberries, and While Balsamic "Crisps." Delicious, juicy, tender, flavorsome bit of pork with a nice then layer of crispy fat. Everything that was part of it built the whole up to the spectacular appetizer which this was - went best with some of the Yquem. SEARED HUDSON VALLEY FOIE GRAS - (FROM GOOSE) Blackberry, Amber Afghani Saffron and Strawberry Friponnes, Anise Seed and Tarragon Savory Toast, Green Almondine Tea Gelée, Banyuls, Anise Hissop and Maché. It is hard to mess up Foie Gras if you're competent in your kitchen, and these folks definitely did it justice. I'd say a trip to Brindille is worth making JUST to eat this! It was marvelous with the '90 Yquem. SEA SCALLOPS NAHA SCENTED WITH VANILLA BEAN, Citrus and Spices, Caramelized Belgian Endive "Marmalade," Late Summer Plums, Frangrant Marigold and Bergamot Flowers with a Nage of Carrot, Coriander and Lemongrass Just superb! Properly caramelized scallops, looking like a perfectly toasted marshmallow, are a special favorite of both of us. These were nicely succulent both the Ygrec and the Yquem, but in the end, the Yquem was even better. Entrées, which were also generous and amazing! Well, we were disappointed to learn that the Sole Meunier on the menu was not available, it had been a major motivator for our choice, but other items on the menu undid our sadness. BUTTER POACHED MAINE LOBSTER, 'Corn on the Cob,' Striped Beets and Jerusalem Artichoke, Salpicon of Gold Beets and Celery, Celery Root, Crustacean Lobster Broth and Summer Garden Herb Salad. Ooooh, LOBSTER! Juicy and succulent and perfectly cooked, again, all those things combined with it were just perfection on a plate of flavors. It went well with both the Ygrec and Yquem, but we both preferred the Yquem. Lacquered Aged Moulard Duck Breast with a Pavé Tarte of "Red Haven" Peaches, Roasted Fennel, and Tropea Onions, Medjool Date, Braised Leeks, Bronze Fennel, and Apple Mint. As with the lobster, another perfection of (different) flavors on a plate. many people would want to drink red wine with duck, but those in the know are aware that a good Sauternes can pair amazingly with it, and for us, the Yquem took this tasty duck to an even higher level. FORTUNATELY, we'd paced ourselves so as to be able to enjoy the artisanal cheese selection as our final. It consisted of a dozen French Cheeses. I've attached a photo of the list, so am abbreviating them here, along with which wine we determined was the best compliment. For my comments, please see the pic, as I've exceeded my character limit.

Terrific place for French food & wine. Staff were very accommodating and friendly. Noise level was a bit loud for conversation, but we had a wonderful time. Highly recommend.

I went to a wonderful private wine tasting this afternoon at Brindille and the food and service was excellent. The atmosphere was lovely and there was no loud music that allowed for pleasant conversation. We had several courses and the wines paired nicely with the food. Bravo to everyone that worked so hard for this tasting event!