Best Bouillabaisse in Chicago

7 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Le Bouchon
Le Bouchon
91/100 (1827 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
European
European
French
French
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Salmon
Foie gras
Escargot
Steak Tartare
Bouillabaisse
French onion soup
Lamb
Lobster
Fish
Salad
Duck
Mussels
Profiteroles
Steak Frites
Sit down
French
European
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"First time having French food and can say this was the proper introduction I was looking for! The restaurant had a European vibe to it, nice and..."
Dino Frentzas
"As soon as I walked into this quaint restaurant, I felt like I stepped into a local French cafe in Paris. The restaurant staff was very busy, and..."
Sameet Sapra
"This is a small and cute bistro style restaurant with a lively atmosphere and pretty cramped seating. I loved everything we ordered, the tartare,..."
Jenny Su
"Exceptional French cuisine in a charming and intimate setting. We've dined here for lunch twice, and each visit has been a delight. The house bread..."
Bill Wang
"A really great spot for french onion soup. Unfortunately when you start off that high quality its hard for the rest of the food to live up!! Also the..."
Beau Chard
"My partner and I checked this place out after countless times of me rejecting it as I've been so hesitant to try their dishes. I should've been here..."
Jennifer Figueroa
"Real French food; excellent experience. Highly recommended. Onion sup - the best I have ever had. Steak- soft an delicious. Duck- better than the one..."
Boguslaw Bonczak
"The restaurant was so cute and cozy. Our waitress was the best, she constantly checked on us and gave us great recs. I just thought the food was..."
Connie Woo
"Definitely not my first time to Le Bouchon and still worth coming back. The good: beet salad that was clean and refreshing. Paired nicely with the..."
wook kim
"Wow, truly a meal I’ll never forget and genuinely worth every penny. French onion soup was addictive and the maple crème brûlée was perfection...."
Meg Lindsey
La Sardine
La Sardine
89/100 (692 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
European
French
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Mussels
Steak Frites
Salmon
Halibut
Foie gras
Escargot
Bouillabaisse
French onion soup
Cassoulet
Salad
Duck
Oyster
"The French Onion Soup and Soufflé is definitely worth the hype! We went on a Saturday night. The restaurant was packed, and TBH the seating is a bit..."
Wenqi Gui
"Today prix fixe is a really good deal!! $35 with appetizer, entree, and dessert! All the food was great but the service was extremely slow. This is..."
Ivee L
"Food is amazing! Sirloin was great with an herb butter. Also had the bacon wrapped scallops, however this is not enough to be a meal unless you are..."
Dominic S
"This French bistro restaurant is buzzing as soon as you walk in. You are greeted by the invitation of delicious smelling aromas from the open..."
Julie Koziol
"Really nice date spot, authentic French food (to my untrained taste buds) and nice atmosphere. I'd recommend the French onion soup, boulliabaise,..."
Kevin Kang
"La Sardine is a lovely quaint French restaurant with cozy tables and soft music. Happy hour featured great specials like halibut collar ($4 each!),..."
J Chang
"La Sardine was a very pleasant experience and is a hidden gem in the west loop. Now that McDonald's is taking over there, it is a pleasant surprise..."
Christian Wietholt
"Went for the Pre Fixe lunch. I had stewed oxtail and lobster salad, the lady had layonaisse salad and a quiche with goat cheese, leeks and spinach...."
John Russell
"I totally enjoyed this little gem of a restaurant. We ordered the Dover sole for two and absolutely enjoyed the feast. Service was prompt and quick...."
Nelson Grihalde
"Food, excellant, as usual. Lamb ribs with some type of delicious ragu on top of greens. My partner had scallops . Choclate soufle yummy. ..."
Frank F
Bistro Voltaire
Bistro Voltaire
88/100 (1733 ratings)
Restaurants
European
French
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Escargot
Baguette
Bouillabaisse
Salad
Scallops
Duck
Mussels
Profiteroles
Salmon
"Came here for my dad's birthday, and we had a great time. The food was delicious, we came for the French Week prix-fixe menu. We all got a 3-course..."
Victoria Liu
"Bistro Voltiare is the perfect place for an intimate date. The food is excellent and authentic to the French cooking styles. I had never tried frogs..."
Antoinette Ostman
"There are not enough words to describe my experience at Bistro Voltaire. I love coming here!!!! The food is always delicious..... I love the escargot..."
Nastasja Kapordelis
"This is my only favorite French bistro. The service and the food stand out. Steven the head waiter takes pride in his work. He is one of the best..."
Anthony Martorina
"Fantastically authentic French food served to francophiles galore. I was lucky enough to grab an early spot and their gregariously charming Irish..."
marc laupretre
"My boyfriend and I came here for his birthday for a fine dining experience with the two of us. We frequent the nice restaurants around time, and are..."
Sophie Thomas
"Chic interior with a huge picture of Voltaire and french quotes on the wall. We enjoyed a nice french meal al fresco, but sadly the restaurant was..."
Amy Ravit Korin
"A lovely, cozy French restaurant with brilliant ambience. Perfect for date night. The duck and escargot were both exquisite. A fine list of Bordeaux,..."
TMAC2028
"This is my french go-to in Chicago. The atmosphere is warm, intimate and romantic, the service is great, and the food is out of this world. The brie..."
Lucille Przybylski
"With all my heart, this was truly the best meal I have ever had. (And I just got back from Paris.) The wine and champaign were incredible. No..."
Robyn Wallace
"Really nice restaurant, I would recommend it without hesitation. Food is fantastic quality and very well cooked. And the prices are very reasonnable...."
Edmund JAMESON
"Cute little French Bistro on Chicago. Nice al fresco option in good weather. Reasonable prices definitely worth the..."
Josh Korin
"A classic French-American experience. The food is heavy but prepared..."
Claire Salling
"Fantastic and authentic French food, great service. A little..."
J Harrison
Le Colonial
Le Colonial
87/100 (3390 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Gluten Free Options
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vietnamese
Vegan Options
Vietnamese
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Pho
Chili
Macarons
Crab
Macaroons
Scallops
Beignets
Duck
Bouillabaisse
Calamari
Fish
Tuna
Calamares
Fried rice
Salmon
Noodle
Pork
Shrimp
Beef
Filet Mignon
Ribs
Curry
Dumplings
Lobster
Eggplant
Salad
Sit down
Asian
Vietnamese
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Private Dining
Valet Parking
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Late Night
Dinner
Fine Dining
"Upscale Vietnamese fusion cuisine at one of the fanciest streets in Downtown Chicago. The food has a very balanced taste, just the perfect amount of..."
Glen Trebilcock
"I did last minute booking at this restaurant, but had great experience. Food portion overall was on the smaller side, but it sure was tasty. I really..."
Grace Oh
"I am a fan of French Vietnamese cuisine. I came in for lunch and loved everything about Le Colonial Chicago. From the area, the lobby entrance..."
Tony Guerra Miami
"Very expensive but very delicious. They don't strictly enforce the dress code (not during lunch anyway) but it did seem they were sitting more..."
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"Elevated Vietnamese fare, executed with finesse under the guidance of a native Vietnamese chef. Recently took a visit for a Saturday lunch. The..."
Jea Kim
"I must confess, Le Colonial has become my not-so-secret obsession. I've been there a lot and I don't plan on stopping. This place is like a siren..."
W H
"8/26/23: The food is decent (had the chicken dumplings, fried red snapper, pho, Vietnamese coffee) but the rum chocolate cake is the stand out. So..."
Viraj Patel
"The combination of flavors in every dish were superb. We didn't have reservations, but were able to get seating at a small table by the fireplace. ..."
Andrew Frazier
"Lovely Authentic Vietnamese food. Great spicy (hot) level, awesome fresh food. Lots of options for vegeterians. The place is very clean and attract,..."
Aner Barashy
"Will definitely go back. Food was great. Lots of different unique flavors. Service was a little slow, but once the food started to roll out it came..."
Andrew
"Gorgeous upscale Vietnamese restaurant! Whoever designed this interior space deserves an award! You are instantly transitioned to another world upon..."
Sam Ryan Golan
"We always love dining at Le Colonial. We choose to sit in the bar area because we love the atmosphere. The service is always fast and friendly and..."
lisa james
"Overall experience was decent. Food and service were good. It’s definitely a beautiful restaurant. However, the pho was pretty average even a bit..."
Paul Chen
"Walked in last minute after biking and we were nervous about the dress code but they were super nice. REALLY a pretty place and much fancier than we..."
Lata Goudel
"A beautiful place with lots of natural lighting and amazing food. The price is a bit high but it is definitely worth a stop. Some of the dishes are..."
Mekong Aroma
"Le Colonial really lives up to its name. Right from the ambience to the food they serve everything here is top notch. We visited here with few..."
Madhumita Guha
"I love Vietnam cuisine. We ordered pho and broth was really good but portion was small to fill me. Appetizer and duck dish was amazing as well...."
Minjeong R (Mina)
"This is probably one of the best Vietnamese restaurants in Chicago. Everything is very tasty. The Pho Bo definitely must try, the broth tastes with..."
Kenny L
Devon Seafood Grill
Devon Seafood Grill
87/100 (1220 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
American
Soups
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Salad
Ceviche
Crab Cake
Mac and cheese
Bouillabaisse
Lobster Roll
Tapas
Crab
Tacos
Crab Legs
Scallops
Swordfish
Clams
Halibut
Oyster
Calamari
Burger
Surf And Turf
Risotto
Cioppino
Mussels
Bass
Tuna
Shrimp
Octopus
Shellfish
Beef
Calamares
Salmon
Lobster
Ice Cream
Pasta
Carrot Cake
"First time eating here and I tried 5 items from the happy hour small plates menu and 2 drinks from the happy hour cocktails list. Great ambiance,..."
Tosha Haywood
"The staff was phenomenal, our waitress Nicole B really helped make our first dining experience at Devon's great. She was very knowledgeable, kind and..."
James Ingram
"This is why we love Chicago Resturant week! It's the only way we could afford this place. So good! And exceptional service! We had the filet, the..."
Trina R.
"Food was very delicious! Pricey but worth it for sure! Pair your seafood with one of the many wines available on the menu! My favorite part about my..."
Rachel Sherbondy
"Was in Chciago celebrate my husbands 50th birthday from Buffalo NY. We came here for his birthday dinner. Reservations were made via open table,..."
michele mcneese
"A nice oyster bar right around Chicago downtown area. They are offering a full bar with a good selection of drinks. Dinner menu from starter to the..."
Natty's Pantry
"Great calamari with just a bite of heat. We had the surf and turf as well as the seafood mix grill, both very good. the crab cake was full of flavor,..."
Brittany Galloway
"$1 happy hour oysters, what more needs to be said! They have great happy hour options and prices. I sat at the bar, and Ryan was fabulous. Next..."
samantha
"Came here for a Bday dinner last night 11/9 I loved the private rooms very intimate the drinks were pretty good and the lobster Mac n cheese was to..."
Scorpio911
"Best Bday for the Matriarch! My brother/Sis in law were more than impressed w/my restaurant of choice. Food/Staff were..."
Rhonda Walker
"Service was exceptional! The food was amazing! Made for the perfect New Year's Eve dinner. You have to try the mixed..."
Michelle Redmond
"Seated in the basement, next to the loudest party i've encountered in my 47 years of life. Asked to be reseated with little hassle. Ordered the sea..."
S Collins
"Great place for seafood lovers. This place offers happy hour from 4-7pm and 9 to close. Good selection of drink and food specials. The $1 oysters are..."
Ada Calderwood
"The place has a certain kind of peaceful tranquility, good service and staff. The crowd is mixed and the selection of drinks is wonderful. The food..."
Vera Chukwu
"We went there for the $1 raw oyster. They were tasty yet we could taste the..."
Kanti Crain
"Good Food. Service was slow and it was later in the evening, not crowded at..."
Jameca Atkinson Palmer
"Had good and was a great place to celebrate a fancy birthday! Drinks were good and the chicken was..."
George & Linda Preeter
Chez Joel
Chez Joel
86/100 (817 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
European
French
European
French
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Mussels
Braised Lamb Shank
Bouillabaisse
Profiteroles
Duck Pate
French onion soup
Coq au Vin
Steak Frites
Beet Salad
Lamb
Calamares
Lemon Tart
Fish
Salmon
Crème Brûlée
Coffee
French Onion Soup
Steak au poivre
Bouillabaisse Marseillaise
Sea Bass
Filet Mignon
Cornish Hen
Beef
Pate
Escargots a La Bourguignon
Crème Brulée
Champagne
Filet Mignon De Bœuf Grillé Au Jus De Cuisson
Bass
Fromage De Brie Chaud
Salad
Scallops
Escargot
Duck
custard
Octopus
Calamari
Sorbet
Creme Brulee
Risotto
Salmon Fillet
Quail
Sit down
French
European
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Valet Parking
Reservations
Lunch
Late Night
Dinner
Mid-range
"Chez Joel is a quaint neighborhood bistro where we enjoyed a 5 star delicious meal and outstanding service! The restaurant is exceptionally generous..."
Loren Mercola
"A true neighborhood gem great for lunch, dinner or brunch. In line prices for food that arrives at your table freshly prepared. Nice cocktail and..."
Craig Brickell
"I used to work in the University Village area for close to 10 years and have been meaning to try this place out. Went there with the family for the..."
Toan Traan
"The food was amazing, and the atmosphere was very authentic and unique. The service was on point as well. I'm from Ohio but would definitely come..."
Lizzie James
"Everything in this place is amazing Ambiance service food and price five star five diamond..."
Klodian Claudio
"Excellent place. Cozy neighborhood restaurant with great..."
Anthony Pringle
"Lovely little restaurant. We really enjoyed our meal. My halibut was cooked to perfection and my daughter’s salmon was perfect. When we visit..."
Jennae Hestness
"Warm, elegant place that feels a mini vacation in Paris. The entire staff is professional yet friendly. My favorite French restaurant in..."
Jackie VanZant
"One of our favorite French restaurants! Small, intimate, great service. Nice by the glass wine selection. I like the steak fries but their seafood..."
Jim Vondracek
"Beautiful and cozy spot in Little Italy. Perfect for a romantic date. I loved the cheese, warm bread, wine, and risotto. Beautiful cream puff..."
Kristin Strom
"Amazing! Great classic menu. Best service and styled dinning room! Will be back! Chef Michael..."
Michael Mech
"The appetizers, meal and desserts were great for all six of us! Service could not have been better! They know how to prepare great food and how to..."
Mark Tiger
"Fantastic French experience in Chicago. Omar was an excellent and passionate server, he made our experience most..."
Michael Tokarski
"A great dining experience! Wonderful food & excellent service! Can't wait to..."
Susan Klein Bagdade
"An excellent place for French food ! Congrats..."
Valérie Dijou
"Excellent menu, service, and food. Plan on relaxing in a European..."
Judi Kakaley Antonietti
"A unique, intimate spot to enjoy well crafted French food. While for some the menu may seem a bit intimidating or hard to navigate, after being..."
Kyler Booth
"Loveddddd this little intimate French bistro! Definitely a new favorite. The bread with their special oil is great. French onion soup is bomb! We had..."
Emily Garcia
"Free street parking if you can find it. We found some free spots close to our reservation time. Service was exceptional. Every dish was superb,..."
Nicholas P
"Was my first time there with my wife. I seriously don't have enough words to complement this restaurant. The whole experience was excellent. Our..."
Javier L.
"One of my favorite Chicago restaurants that always makes a repeat visit on my list. The service is outstanding and the ambiance to die for. Outside..."
Michele L
"Love this quaint little French restaurant! We enjoyed the green salad, coq au vin and seafood stew. Everything was delicious. The portion sizes are..."
D MUR
"Exceptional cuisine, a charming ambiance, attentive service, and beautiful music. Very happy that I celebrated birthday here and look forward to..."
Alisha McClean
"We really enjoyed our dinner here on St Val 2023. The stand out dishes for us are the mussels & the duck. We had spent 2 weeks in Belgium this past..."
The Windy City
"We chose the restaurant to celebrate a 2 year anniversary and I recommend this venue to anyone looking for any occasion - but it definitely leans..."
Otto Man
"Great local spot with amazing French food. I'd highly recommend any special they offer, especially the soups. The mussels are also ridiculously..."
Tracy Hoffmann
Fig & Olive
Fig & Olive
80/100 (2093 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Spanish
European
French
Mediterranean
Spanish
Gluten Free Options
French
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Crab
Crostino
Scallops
Duck
Octopus
Cheesecakes
Oyster
Prosciutto
Risotto
Olivier Salad
Burger
Crostini
Tuna
Paella
Salmon
Croquettes
Shrimp
Bouillabaisse
Beef
Lamb
Cheesecake
Lamb chops
Lobster
Bruschette
Pasta
Pesto
Salad
Fish
Gazpacho
Sit down
French
Mediterranean
Italian
Spanish
Private Dining
Reservations
Valet Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Fine Dining
"The service was wonderful and the entire meal was great. I especially enjoyed the croquettes and the paella noir! I would definitely recommend this..."
Jason P. Novak
"Delicious food! I had the lamb chops and my mom had the salmon. We loved our server Danilo! The peach sangria and chocolate obsession were so yummy!..."
Bianca Spano
"Atmosphere was calm, clean & peaceful. Our waiter was Charlie who had a great positive personality. Provided an explanation of the menu and made..."
Jac W.
"Let me tell you about this restaurant I visited recently. The waitress was so polite and attentive that I almost forgot I was there for the food and..."
Food Guru Parkinson
"Fig & Olive is a fantastic place to enjoy delicious cocktails and food. Their menu options are plentiful, making it an excellent choice for lunch or..."
Juan Diaz
"Hands down amazing! If you have not eaten here then you are insane. From the food to the atmosphere to the service to the martinis to the wine,..."
Neil Hackler
"Great vibes and food is fantastic. We ordered 6 dishes and they were all delicious, so 5 stars on food and plating Cocktails were amazing as well -..."
Vishal Shah
"Had an amazing Saturday evening out! The food was delicious, the ambience inviting, and the customer service was impeccable — all deserving of a..."
Bri Schaefer
"Fig & Olive was AMAZING, and this is coming from someone who’s not a big fan of Mediterranean ‘cooking’. The salads were simply stunning,..."
Sven Tietz
"Food was beyond my standards. Great view. The lounge area was comfortable and clean. Wonderful place to take your loved one for a romantic evening...."
Cheyenne Ciametti
"The ambiance here is truly best in class - a lot of attention was paid to creating a subtle, sharp, but warm style of lighting, the design of the..."
Sam Bottoms
"We had a delightful brunch. From the hostess to our waitress to the bus staff - everyone was delightful. Even better, the food was beautifully..."
Jamie Barth
"Always a good time at the Fig! I've now been here twice and both times the food did not disappoint. I would definitely advise sampling the different..."
Darian J
"Great service, delicious food, and well-crafted cocktails. The music choice really elevated the vibe. Elegant, but..."
Jonathan Caballero
"Flavours are bold and intense. Your mouth will really wake up when you eat their food. The branzino was very colorful with contrasting flavours of..."
Karim D
"We loved everything except one dish. That one dish was the..."
David Dinhofer
"Fine dining restaurant with ample choices of food and drinks. Nice ambience with courteous staff. Food was presented eloquently and tasted good too...."
Aplih A
"The atmosphere was lovely. The restaurant was quiet enough I could have a conversation and the staff was lovely and tended to all of our needs, and..."
Bianca Burnett