Bascule

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

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   lizzy

   Chicago29 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 6, 2015

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We stopped in at Bascule for a post concert sip and were very pleasantly surprised. The interior has a hip, urban vibe, cement floors, minimalist furniture -interesting music that ranged from house to 70's oldies. I ordered a prosecco, my cousins wife ordered a Marlborough region Sauvignon Blanc and my cousin ordered an Italian red which unfortunately was not available. The staff really worked with him to find another wine that grew in a similar clime and would share the same properties. They suggested a Bordeaux which was absolutely delicious! As they did not have the bottle he had wanted they gave him the Bordeaux for the price of the Italian....nice touch! Food was great! we ordered two buns - one pulled pork, the other meatball, someone's Italian grandmother must have been in the kitchen - the meatball was fabulous! We also tried the flatbread of the day poached pear with arugula and feta cheese, delish! and a shrimp/quinoa salad that was also excellent! We left happy and will return!!
   

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   newtoChicago VIP

   Minneapolis46 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on November 19, 2015

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We have been to Bascule numerous times, but it looks like the restaurant is now permanently closed and no longer listed on OpenTable. That is very disappointing. Food is excellent, drinks are very good. One of the nicest options for dining on Taylor Street near UIC.
   

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   TaraP VIP

   Chicago10 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on October 30, 2015

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Entire meal was delicious. Fantastic service- amazing wine recommendation. Unique and inviting atmosphere.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco43 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on October 24, 2015

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always great!
   

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   diner444 VIP

   Chicago10 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on October 23, 2015

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I don't know how they do it, but it's the juiciest, most delicious chicken ever made. Flatbread was delicious and appropriately sized for 2. Waiter recommended a really delicious and reasonably priced glass of wine. Dessert was a simple chocolate brownie somehow cooked to ooey-gooey perfection. Can't wait to go back!
   

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   Wine

   Chicago1 review

   5.0

   Dined on October 11, 2015

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great wine list. Excellent service. Small plates were very good. Will be back.
   

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   liv2eat

   Chicago128 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on September 23, 2015

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was great, from the drinks (mine was the Riesling cocktail with a peach ice cube) to the foods (arancini, grilled octopus, truffle cavatappi, chicken and lightly corn meal breaded fish & chips)
   

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   MostRemarkable

   Chicago5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on September 3, 2015

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Welcome savvy staff - Excellent food prep - varied menu and an inviting place to hang out. A+++++
   

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   gregf VIP

   Chicago54 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on August 30, 2015

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We found this place when we went by during the recent Taylor Street Fest, We walked in just to take a look. A friendly waiter asked us if we had questions. We stated just looking around and he then proceeded to show us around and provide us a mini wine tasting. We decided to come back 2 weeks later with 2 other couples. It was outstanding. Note only was our server Danielle very helpful with the menu she also helped with their outstanding wine list. We asked some questions about the wine and the next thing I know she is back with 3 bottles for us to try before we order. The wine list is not pretentious and they do not make you feel like an idiot if you ask some inane wine question. This is what we like. A fun, low key atmosphere with great food, drink and terrific service. The other couples we were with were both very happy with the choice. It was a fun night and we will definitely be back.
   

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    Darklovely1

    Chicago11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 20, 2015

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Jason, the owner, is the coolest nicest guy I've ever met. The bartenders are phenomenal. They have wonderful costumer, good good, and awesome find
    

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