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Brindille

4.5
4.5
1129 Reviews
$50 and over
French
Brindille, named "Best New Restaurant in 2013" by Chicago Tribune, offers a glimpse into refined Parisian cuisine and atmosphere from the James Beard-award winning team that brought you NAHA. Enjoy classic French fare in a refined, sexy dining room with fine china and French linens. Let the wine list walk you through all the regions of France and the Old World. Tasting menus available upon request.

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2 people

7:30 PM


Booked 5 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    French

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (312) 595-1616

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Carrie Nahabedian

  • Private party facilities

    PRIVATE TASTINGS, DINNERS + CELEBRATIONS Host your next holiday event at Brindille for an evening of decadent French Cuisine in an intimate setting. Chef Carrie Nahabedian will create a custom menu featuring refined classic dishes based on your needs and wishes with wine and/or spirit pairings to accompany. From an intimate gathering to a large company event, Brindille is available for buyouts, from 15 to 50 people. For more information please call 3125951616 or email us at brindillechicago@gmail.com.

  • Neighborhood

    River North (Chicago)

  • Cross street

    Grand

  • Parking details

    Valet is no longer offered. Street parking available.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,129 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Great for fine wines

  • Chicago / Illinois

    French

  • Chicago

    Great for fine wines

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of Chicago's premier restaurants. The food is extraordinary. The wine list is varied and very good.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My wife and I went for our anniversary. Food and service were outstanding. Chef greeted us with a special treat when we arrived. Would return without any hesitation. Fabulous dining experience.
  3. LewisL

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Best restaurant in chicago. The place to go for Dover sole !
  4. MichaelB

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You know you had a wonderful experience when as you leave...you are wondering how soon you can come back. Service, selection, preparation....this team understands hospitality. Very warm and inviting! Even tried the Albanian wine. Like a Pinot Noir on acid.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Simply wonderful. From walking in the door and being greeted by Mike, to the wonderful service of Evan. The food was expertly prepared with flavors that danced in my mouth. The oysters are not to be missed! A great dining experience and a very nice mix of patrons. We will be back!
  6. Gerald

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding service and excellent faire. This is a special occasion spot that does not disappoint. The restaurant was packed with patrons; however, we felt like we got so much attention that we overate and over drank.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Truly beautiful space, impeccable service. The food was memorable; I keep thinking about the oysters and also the made to order lemon madeleines. Finished with a tasty port. Perfect for a special occasion or celebration. We'll be back! Thanks Michael, Evan and team.
  8. Terri

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One if my favorites! Never had a bad experience or a bad meal!
  9. AdamJ

    Kansas City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    The food was ok. The restaurant had a suffocating amount of incense burning for the first half of the meal and it gave a headache and distracted from the meal.
  10. PatrickG

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Food was outstanding but meal was 3 hours. May have been a kitchen or service issue. Wine overpriced but incredible food experience regardless. Highly recommend!
  11. RichardD

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Absolutely outstanding food. Beautifully plated. Service a bit slow, given the quality of the cuisine. Some of the guests were quite loud, but I will not hold you responsible!
  12. DNCGO

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Classic cuisine - elevated with imagination and extraordinary ingredients. Be it sweet or savory, expect the selections to be five star. Curated wine pairings are impressive as is the service. Highly recommended
  13. HerbR

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Consistently one of the best meals I've ever had. Michael, Carrie, and their team are the best of the best.
  14. gpro

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very good food. A bit noisy for a romantic night though.
  15. Saladgirl

    Chicago

    58 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Carrie as always creates amazing food and services
  16. KMfoodiedoc

    New Orleans

    67 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    It was good, but not great! I’ve had better. Service was excellent!
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a great experience for a birthday. Intimate for a couple and the food was to die for. Presentation was perfect and the pricing was well worth the food and the experience. The waiter was also on top of everything and was very personable.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Magnificent meal (I did the five course tasting with wine pairing -- wish I'd done the eight course). Service was excellent and very friendly. Will return when next in Chicago.
  19. OdileS

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    For a very special occasion - it was worth it. The service was very attentive. The quality of the food was Michelin-star worthy!
  20. design

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Consistently outstanding . Service is attentive + welcoming
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and even better service. Very approachable French cuisine.
  22. MichaelR

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best French restaurant in Chicago. Amazing food!!
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had one of the best, most memorable culinary experiences of my life on a Tuesday night. Absolutely exquisitely amazing!
  24. BobD

    Chicago

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food prep and service. The wine list is overpriced with too few intermediate choices in the $75-100 range
  25. SusieK

    Chicago

    81 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    81 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was hands-down, one of the best meals we’ve had in a long time. Everything about this restaurant is amazing! Chef Carrie came out and talked to several of the tables throughout the evening which is is always fun. Hurry and make a reservation!
  26. Soura

    Des Moines

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience5
    Wine by glass was awful. They charged $47 for the Foie Gras appetizer. Not very good. We asked for the degustation menu they said the chef will decide. So effectively asking us to order blind. We paid $47 each for a Truffle on our entrees. Could neither see nor taste it! Very poor value for money.
  27. Aume

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    I was expecting a lot more. It was hard to find at night. They didn’t check our coats in, but were friendly. The food was a big disappointment. My food was cold. Ordered the steak and it was just meh. For the price paid, it was disappointing. I will not be back.
  28. ReginaW

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous dinner and cocktails. Great staff. Want to go back very soon.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Remains one of Chicago's premier dining experiences.
  30. JeffW

    Dallas

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall1food4service1ambience3
    After an hour and a half and still no entree we closed out and left. Drinks and salads were long time coming as well. Bartender spent her time doting on a diner sitting next to which explains why drinks took so long. Bottom line it appeared you needed to have a relationship with restaurant or staff to get acceptable service. Salads and drinks were good when we got them.
  31. RebeccaF

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent all around. Would definitely recommend and return for another visit.
  32. PatrickK

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food, excellent service, very nice wine list.
  33. LewisL

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was absolutely delicious. Dover sole was Dedham and perfectly prepared in the French manner. The service was smooth and perfectly timed. All the dishes were wonderful. Expensive but worth it for a transpiring dinner.
  34. MartialGroupies

    Chicago

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Excellent service, good not great on most other aspects.
  35. BobH

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were gratified to find Carrie and Michael Nahabedian's lovely Brindille operating at their usual high level on our first visit since the pandemic. Even on a busy night, genial Michael took our coats and seated us within just a couple of minutes of our reservation. We opted for Chef Carrie's shorter tasting menu and pairings, and were very pleased by the parade of outstanding dishes that followed: oysters with grapefruit sorbet and smoked trout roe, a deeply aromatic mushroom soup with truffles, tarte tatin, Ora king salmon with salsify, lentils, and spaghetti squash, venison with foie gras and vegetables, and oeufs a la neige (floating island) for dessert along with some mignardises. Pairing highlights included an intricate Armenian sparkling wine, a floral and almost spicy Greek Sauvignon Blanc, a well-executed Burgundy from Yves Chaley, and a Muscat d'Asti with dessert. Server Shane was friendly and informative, the other waitstaff efficient and unobtrusive, and overall pacing was neither rushed nor slow. The room itself is comfortable - maybe a bit more than half of the seats are on banquettes - and reasonably quiet, with subdued lighting and twig-themed decorating. We were very happy with the evening and look forward to visiting again soon.
  36. charlie

    St. Louis

    57 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is awesome. The food and service are wonderful. The ambiance is great . The wine list is well crafted. I would eat here every week if I lived in chicago .
  37. EmmaHuntley

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was wonderful. Food was delicious.
  38. ChicagoJon

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall1food4service1ambience3
    In short, we made 7:30 reservations and didn't get our dinner entrée until 10:15pm. We were provided lots of apologies but nothing made it worth it to sit down for almost 3 hours without food. I will never recommend Brindille and anyone that brings it up, I will tell them this story. For those wondering, nothing on our bill was comped.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very intimate and classy dining experience. High touch and quality interaction from Evan, Tiffany, and Michael is second to none. This will be my hub for high quality dining. The food is excellent!!!
  40. Steven

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    Unacceptable delays in serving us. We have dined in many 4 and 5 star restaurants throughout the world, this was the first time we had to pay 14$ for 2 individual servings of bread.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Brindille is rated 4.5 stars by 1129 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:30 PM


Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Brindille

534 N. Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Grand

  • Neighborhood

    River North (Chicago)

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    French

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Valet is no longer offered. Street parking available.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Carrie Nahabedian

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (312) 595-1616

  • Private party facilities

    PRIVATE TASTINGS, DINNERS + CELEBRATIONS Host your next holiday event at Brindille for an evening of decadent French Cuisine in an intimate setting. Chef Carrie Nahabedian will create a custom menu featuring refined classic dishes based on your needs and wishes with wine and/or spirit pairings to accompany. From an intimate gathering to a large company event, Brindille is available for buyouts, from 15 to 50 people. For more information please call 3125951616 or email us at brindillechicago@gmail.com.

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