Chez Joel Bistro Francais - Chicago

Spiro was our waiter and he was PHENOMENAL....seriously best waiter I've had in my 37 years living. Great food, he had great advice pairing, so knowledgeable not to mention considerate of our order given high demand on specials, it's like he was puthost. Incredible. Food was delicious, perfect servings, extensive options to choose from. We had a large group of 8, wassupposed to be 10 but they were able to accommodate 10. Little disappointed but we understood. I do think background music wouldhave been nice. Easy street parking but valet was a great plan B too. Will def comeback if Spiro is there.

We made a reservation for the outdoor patio on Thursday evening, and we loved it. Hidden gem! Well worth the 10 minute drive from downtown. I started with the clam special, the filet was perfectly cooked (the sauce was so delicious I wanted to lick theplate), and blueberry tart special for dessert. My husband had escargot, steak au poivre, crème brûlée. We both loved ourfood ? you could tell there was a lot of thought and attention put into each plate. Prices were also reasonable. Woulddefinitely go back next time we?re in town.

It's my very 1st time eating I'm this restaurant I loved it! The place is beautiful, the patio is beautiful, the service is the best the food really good the quality is best! The bathroom is clean. The only thing I didn't like is just that thebathroom is for 1 person at a time. But is spacious clean. It is an the high end price. I highly recommen this place Iwill definitely come back!!!

I would give it more stars if I could, it was outstanding in everything from the time we arrived until we left. We had a great view from our table and the service from everyone was so friendly and welcoming. The food was outstanding and so delicious. Westarted with some drinks and ordered some starters which arrived in time for us to enjoy them before our main course. Everyonein our party agreed the entrees were amazing! We finished with coffee and dessert, a perfect complement to our dinner. We willdefinitely return..soon!

Beautifully decorated and quaint restaurant with a welcoming atmosphere. The drinks were phenomenal but the food was better. This restaurant captured the essence of French cuisine. I definitely recommend to come here !