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Name: Bistro Campagne
Address: 4518 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, 60625
Telephone: (773) 271-6100
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

Bistro Campagne

4.5

2745 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

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Bistro Campagne is a warm and friendly neighborhood restaurant in the tradition of a true French bistro. From the beginning, Bistro Campagne has strived to capture and express that ephemeral quality found in favorite small neighborhood bistros in Paris and rural France: the sense of welcome, ease, fun conversation & and of course excellent food. The setting is a charming blend of prairie-inspired decor and lively Gallic spirit. It is the food, however, that is at the heart of a great bistro, and Chef Adam Grandt offers a seasonally changing menu of classic bistro fare that is based on the best ingredients he can find. His commitment to organic agriculture leads him to seek products from local organic farmers throughout our Midwestern growing season, and even from organic farms on the west coast throughout the winter. Bistro Campagne is committed to the use of organic food products and strongly supports the sustainable, low impact agriculture movement.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
French, Organic, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 9ish, Friday 5:30pm - 10ish, Saturday 5:00pm - 10:30pm Sunday:brunch 11am - 2pm; dinner: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Phone number
(773) 271-6100
Website
http://www.bistrocampagne.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Adam Grandt
Private party facilities
Private space available for up to 48 people.
Private party contact
Lindsay Jane: (855) 614-5034

Location
4518 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Neighborhood
Lincoln Square
Cross street
Wilson
Parking details
Large public lot directly across from the restaurant, but you will still need to "Pay at Box" as with the street parking
Public transit
6 Minute walk from the Brown Line-Western Ave Stop
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Soupe à l'Oignon Gratinée$8.00
Strudel à l'Oignon Caramélisé$9.00
Escargots au Beurre d'Ail$12.00
Snails in garlic-Pernod butter
Moules à la Bière$14.00
Prince Edward Island mussels, Belgian ale
Assiette de Charcuterie$15.00
Assortment of artisan-made pâtés with seasonal condiments
Steak Tartare$13.00
Meyer Natural beef tartare, anchovy, capers, shallots, hard boiled quail egg, pumpernickel & Dijon mustard
Brandade de Morue en Croquette$10.00
Potato & salt cod fritters, pickled shallots, frisee, lemon aioli
Pappardelle$13.00
Dotson's farm butternut squash, roasted cipollini onions, housemade noodles, sage, walnuts, Capra honey goat cheese

Les Salades

Salade Maison$8.00
Mesclun greens, brioche crouton, cucumber, herb vinaigrette
Salade Maraîchère au Chèvre Chaud$9.00
Mesclun greens, Dijon vinaigrette, goat cheese crottin
Salade de Pommes$10.00
Klug Farm Gala apples, spinach, watercress, Amish Blue cheese, toasted hazelnuts, hazelnut vinaigrette
Salade Lyonnaise$10.00
Frisee, mixed greens, Bryant Family Farms soft boiled egg, Nueske's bacon lardon, oven dried tomatoes, toasted Valbreso feta, balsamic vinaigrette

Les Plats

Truite Grenobloise$25.00
Rushing Waters trout, fresh citrus, capers, brown butter, haricots verts
Paillard de Saumon$26.00
Loch Duart salmon, Dotson's farm cauliflower, rainbow chard, cauliflower puree, white wine gastrique
Gnocchi à la Parisienne$19.00
Parisian style gnocchi, red beet purée, horseradish & farmers cheese, Tuscan kale, toasted bulgur, braised beet salad with Banyuls vinaigrette
Poulet Rôti Forestière$24.00
Naturally raised Amish chicken, wild mushroom ragoût, onion frites
Boeuf en Daube$24.00
Witbier braised beef cheeks, Boursin mashed fingerling potatoes, spinach & roasted mirepoix
Côte de Porc$26.00
Heritage Farms Berkshire pork chop, braised Savoy cabbage, Parisian potatoes, onions, pork belly, Klug farms cider glaze
Foie de Veau$22.00
Calves' liver, new potatoes, Tuscan kale, Heritage Farms pork belly confit, Marsala onions
Steak Frites
Sustainably raised Meyer Natural beef, bordelaise sauce, maître d'hôtel butter, pommes frites
- Hanger Steak$26.00
- New York Strip$35.00

Les Sandwiches

Bistro Burger$14.00
Black Earth beef, shallot marmalade & St. André cheese with oignon frites
Croque Monsieur$12.00
French ham & Gruyère cheese with pommes frites
Croque Madame$13.00
French ham, Gruyère cheese & an egg with pommes frites

Les Petites Assiettes

Épinards$6.00
Organic baby spinach, garlic
Haricots Verts$6.00
Green beans, sautéed with shallots
Chou Frisé$7.00
Tuscan kale, Heritage Farms pork belly confit, Marsala onions
Champignons$7.00
Sautéed woodland mushrooms, garlic & parsley
Gratin de Macaroni$9.00
Macaroni gratin, Gruyère & Emmental
Pommes Frites$5.00
Oignon Frites$5.00

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Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

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lovewine
Chicago
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service are both AMAZING. This is one of our favorite restaurants.
AJ
ArleneandJim
Chicago
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We arrived a few minutes early for our 6:00 reservation and were pleased to see that the staff was totally prepared and geared up for the crowd that would be attending Songs of Good Cheer at the Old Town School of Music at 7:30. We were served at a pace that had us done and satisfied in plenty of time for the performance and yet we never felt rushed. Hats off to all who made it happen! A memorable meal on a wonderful holiday evening!
B
Barbara
Chicago
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2019
overall3food4service3ambience2
Saturday was my husband's birthday and I had made the reservation three weeks in advance because I knew it would be crowded. To our great disappointment, we were taken to the worst table in the place - small and out in the middle of the main floor behind the seated bar patrons, with servers and guests constantly pushing by both sides of our table. We ditched any ideas of ordering a bottle of wine and lingering over the finer entrees. We just ordered burgers and decided to resume our romantic evening at a different place. This isn't the first time something comparable has happened at Bistro Campagne. It's definitely hit or miss in terms of feeling like the experience as a whole is worth it. If you're looking for a place for a special celebration, be aware that it could go either way at this restaurant. We've had occasions when everything was great too, but not this time.
JU
JULIEE
Chicago
11 reviews
vip
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2019
overall3food3service4ambience5
Definitely not what it used to be, sadly. It was one of my favorite restaurants in the city but the last time I went back it had slipped so didn't go for the past year but then decided to give it another try. Still love the ambiance and our server was very nice. However the bread wasn't as good as it used to be and the halibut special was overcooked. The steak frites that used to be outstanding was just ok with kind of mushy fries. The pumpkin creme brulee desert was also just ok- I have had outstanding pumpkin creme brulee in the past and this was not it. Unlikely that I'll go back.
KS
KenS
Chicago
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about this Bistro was fantastic. We had a combination of apps and entrees that include beef and fish and all were prepared perfectly. The hanger steak frites were among the best I’ve had. The dining room is charming. The service friendly and attentive and the wine list was ample to cover any menu pairing. I will definitely return.
D
Diana
Chicago
83 reviews
vip
2.0
83 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2019
overall2food2service3ambience2
Lackluster food at downtown prices. It had been many years since we dined here and it will be many more before we return. So many better French restaurants. The special pear salad was skimpy. The special halibut was just ok. The filet came with overcooked fries.
d
dineout
Chicago
62 reviews
vip
5.0
62 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Bistro Campagne is a lovely French restaurant. I've gone many times over the years and it is always delicious! I was just there for brunch - a friend and I split the quiche and french toast - both were wonderful!
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iamhungry
Chicago
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The meal exceeded our expectations from beginning to end. Our server Mel, was very gracious and offered spot on food and wine suggestions. My wife and I shared a bowl of potato leek soup and a roasted beet and burrata salad for starters followed by the Halibut and Lentil special for my wife and the Cassoulet for me, both were beyond delicious. We shared the Pain Perdu (bread pudding) for dessert which was fantastic. This was our first dining experience at Bistro Campagne and I can assure you it will become a permanent part of our dining favorites.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Palm Springs
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2019
overall3food2service3ambience4
We were disappointed that the pork chop came out well over cooked! Wait and management didn’t seem to care much “we will let the kitchen know”. Service was average.
ER
EmilyR
Chicago
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
Wonderful atmosphere very good food and excellent service. The wait staff had a glass of dry proseco waiting for us because we told them it was our anniversary. Wednesday night's a three course prefix menu for $36. Highly recommend!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Bistro Campagne is our absolute favorite for a special occasion or a date night. It's been our anniversary go to for 6 years and will be for the foreseeable future. Absolutely fabulous every time.
BB
BethB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Simply outstanding! Service was so accommodating, chef created a scrumptious and unexpected quiche, and our seasonal drink was delicious. Price was very reasonable given food quality and service. Thank you Bistro Campagne as it was also to celebrate my birthday. Such a special treat. We hope to go again in the future. Highly recommend.
PS
PhyllisS
Chicago
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. We had mussels and escargot for appetizers. The escargot were good but not the best we've had (not garlicky enough for us) but the mussels were outstanding. The serving was large enough for us to share. Wish we had known because we would have only ordered the mussels. The pork chop and the bouillabaisse were excellent. The pork chop was very tender and forestiere sauce was very good. Both were large enough servings that we took some home for the next day's lunch -- still excellent. Desserts were good. My husband didn't love the chocolate mousse -- the texture was too dense for him and he didn't like that the passionfruit creme was on the bottom. But my apple strudel with ice cream (substituting for Tarte Tatin on the menu) was great and we shared that.
CK
ChicagoKen
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Maginifent food. Perfect ambience. The ideal, place for 1 21st anniovesry dinner. Excellent, professional service. Couldn't be happier.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food and great value
LL
L2L2
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great! Kat was our server and she was lovely & helpful! Love the bistro and already plan to return on Wednesday for their prix fixe night!
MS
MohitS
Chicago
97 reviews
vip
4.0
97 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
A charming neighborhood french bistro but with some serious cooking chops and friendly service. Always hits the spot.
PZ
PamZ
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was a brunch for my daughter's birthday and we felt the whole experience was quite celebratory.
J
Jose
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, ambiance. Service was wonderful, too. I’d go back!
m
mccormick
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience5
excellent food and nice ambiance. Prices on some things were a little steep.
CC
ChipCham
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and excellent service. We look forward to going back as soon as possible. I love the cozy atmosphere, and the food was superb. We have already passed on our recommendations to friends.
R
Randy
Chicago
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience4
Excellent restaurant-food was great and Restaraunt was nice and quiet allowing for pleasant dinner conversation.
WC
WindyCitydiner29
Chicago
6 reviews
vip
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2019
overall2food3service3ambience5
I go to Bistro Campagne often. This was not typical. Everything took a very long time. The new fall menu is not up to standards expected
CS
CarolS
Chicago
76 reviews
4.0
76 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2019
overall4food5service3ambience4
Great food, as usual. The server was disengaged and although she knew it was a birthday dinner, she failed to present the dessert with a candle or any good wishes. Disappointing.
G
Grahama
Chicago
91 reviews
vip
4.0
91 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience3
Excellent bubbly rose, delicious onion soup, underdone hanger steak No rush so a great Sunday night site
GC
GaryCo
Manitoba
450 reviews
vip
4.0
450 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
Our food was quite good. The Salad Lyonaise was fresh and very delicious. The Steak Frites was was perfectly cooked and served with delicious sauce. The chicken entree was quite large and superb! Out wait person was very attentive and polite. A very nice meal!
HG
HurrolG
Western KY
160 reviews
vip
5.0
160 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
A special place for a special dinner with my Chicago family during my first visit with them after they relocated there. Open Table reviews helped me select your restaurant and I was not disappointed. Nice atmosphere and great food with very attentive service. Hope to return when I visit Chicago again.
S
Soxdoc
Chicago
78 reviews
vip
4.0
78 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2019
overall4food3service4ambience5
Generally a good experience. Two of us had the vegetarian entree and were disappointed as the entree was not particularly interesting. Two of us had salmon which was very good
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
It's on the pricier side so we decided to try during restaurant week with the special menu. Everything was amazing. And our server Ryan was so nice and helpful describing the wines for us and pacing our meal just right!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2019
overall3food2service5ambience4
Food was good but not Wow from what we were led to believe from others we know whom had gone before. Also the restaurant inside was very warm/hot inside without any lack of any fresh air or ventilation thus smelling everything that moved inside that was unpleasant at times. Service was good, lacked any enthusiasm or passion for the food itself and the menu offerings. It was the end of Restaurant week and so maybe a lack of spirit was there but still a little disappointing, especially for a Friday evening at only 7pm.
JP
JonathanP
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience4
Always outstanding. Highly recommended.
n
nomad
Chicago
129 reviews
vip
4.0
129 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great restaurant week deal, with all of their best items!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Me and my friends tried this place because of the restaurant week. And this place was just fantastic! The service was very good. But the best part was the food, and the mussels was so delicious that you just wanna keep eating it. I’ll be sure to come back here. The waiter was so knowledgeable he’s been there for 15 yrs and knows the menu very well. Next come back we’re ordering escargot and pork chop!
l
lovelocallyownedplaces
Chicago
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
Never had a bad meal at Bistro Campagne. Such a friendly neighborhood place, bistro atmosphere, noisy in a nice way but not "can't hear you at all" level. The escargot was amazing with the piping hot baguette, and the bouillabaisse that is a seasonal specialty was every bit as good as I remembered it. And one can find parking!
NS
NormanS
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect bistro food. I felt as if I was dining in the 5th.
JS
JoeS
Chicago
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2019
overall3food5service5ambience5
what was purpose of asking if we there for special event? It was mine and my husband's birthday and there was zero acknowledgement...not even a candle! So why ask????
MP
MarkP
Dallas
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Have been going to Bistro Campagne for many years and have never had a bad meal/experience. This occasion was no different. My white fish was some of the best I've ever had.
g
gmsatty
Chicago
58 reviews
vip
5.0
58 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I have been to this restaurant several times and we are always impressed with the service and the quality of the food. We were there on Wednesday and they had a fixed price dinner that was a good deal. We went for my wife's birthday with our youngest daughter (an adult) It was her first time and she was also very happy with the food. The portions were more than adequate. We will surely return.
G
Ginger
Chicago
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had friends in from NYC and we were all vey impressed with the service and the food was amazing!
RM
RobertM
Chicago
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exquisite meal, lovely ambience ... we will be back!

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Cross street
Wilson
Neighborhood
Lincoln Square
Hours of operation
Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 9ish, Friday 5:30pm - 10ish, Saturday 5:00pm - 10:30pm Sunday:brunch 11am - 2pm; dinner: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Cuisines
French, Organic, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Large public lot directly across from the restaurant, but you will still need to "Pay at Box" as with the street parking
Public transit
6 Minute walk from the Brown Line-Western Ave Stop
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Adam Grandt
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bistrocampagne.com/
Phone number
(773) 271-6100
Private party facilities
Private space available for up to 48 people.
Private party contact
Lindsay Jane: (855) 614-5034

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Les Hors D'oeuvres

Soupe à l'Oignon Gratinée$8.00

Strudel à l'Oignon Caramélisé$9.00

Escargots au Beurre d'Ail$12.00

Moules à la Bière$14.00

Assiette de Charcuterie$15.00

Steak Tartare$13.00

Brandade de Morue en Croquette$10.00

Pappardelle$13.00

Les Salades

Salade Maison$8.00

Salade Maraîchère au Chèvre Chaud$9.00

Salade de Pommes$10.00

Salade Lyonnaise$10.00

Les Plats

Truite Grenobloise$25.00

Paillard de Saumon$26.00

Gnocchi à la Parisienne$19.00

Poulet Rôti Forestière$24.00

Boeuf en Daube$24.00

Côte de Porc$26.00

Foie de Veau$22.00

Steak Frites

Les Sandwiches

Bistro Burger$14.00

Croque Monsieur$12.00

Croque Madame$13.00

Les Petites Assiettes

Épinards$6.00

Haricots Verts$6.00

Chou Frisé$7.00

Champignons$7.00

Gratin de Macaroni$9.00

Pommes Frites$5.00

Oignon Frites$5.00

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