Chicago, IL
For French in Chicago, the local food press points to Obélix, Le Bouchon, and Petite Edith. Picks from The Infatuation, updated June 2026.
Editor’s picks
Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in The Infatuation. Updated June 2026.
Obélix · River North
The Infatuation's top-rated Chicago French (9.1). Modern bistro walking the line between formal and fun.
Le Bouchon · Bucktown
Onion soup, steak au poivre, and moules provençale. Cornerstones of Chicago bistro.
Petite Edith · River North
The Infatuation (8.1) highlights decadent French plates and a great marble bar in River North.
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