Brindille
Company Details
Tuesday: 5:30-10PM
Wednesday: 5:30-10PM
Thursday: 5:30-10PM
Friday: 5:30-11PM
Saturday: 5:30-11PM
Sunday: Closed
Contact Information
Chicago, Illinois, 60654
United States
Brindille Reviews
Submitted by Elizabeth F on 08/25/2022
Elizabeth F 2 stars rating.
For a restaurant categorized by $$$$, the service at Brindille was terrible. We arrived early in the evening when there were no other diners at the restaurant. The wait staff was very rude about our briefcases next to our seats. The waiter did not remember who ordered what. Service should be sublime at such an expensive establishment and my colleagues and I were very disappointed.
Submitted by Little Lopez on 08/12/2022
Little Lopez 5 stars rating.
I recently dined in at Brindille on a short notice and they did not disappoint. This restaurant is absolutely amazing and our server Evan was outstanding. A perfect date night, I enjoyed every bit of the sirloin and cocktails were also excellent. Shout out to their bartender for also adding value to my experience!
Submitted by Aaron N on 07/17/2022
Aaron N 5 stars rating.
From cocktails to main course, everting was delicious. If you a caviar lover you must try the beluga
Submitted by Zachary Helmers on 06/29/2022
Zachary Helmers 5 stars rating.
Fantastic experience spent with good company. Top notch food, drinks and service. An amazing gem of a restaurant - we were shocked we were able to get a table on short notice. One of the best dining experiences of my life.
Submitted by Nikki Marcotte on 06/18/2022
Nikki Marcotte 5 stars rating.
Sincerely one of the most incredible food experiences I’ve ever had as a self-proclaimed foodie. Our server Shane was wonderful—incredibly knowledgeable and super fun. The cocktails were on-point. And the food. Oh my gosh the food. Chef knows what she’s doing. My partner and I will absolutely be back.
Submitted by Heather Toivonen on 05/15/2022
Heather Toivonen 5 stars rating.
The food was amazing! My husband & I had a 2&1/2 hour meal, without feeling rushed. Entire staff coordinated & timed our courses perfectly! Shane provided the opportunity for us to linger & enjoy our experience with grace! He’s amazing, we will be recommending your restaurant to our friends. Thank you ????
Submitted by Michael Edmondson on 04/20/2022
Michael Edmondson 5 stars rating.
Overpriced? Probably. Did it matter? No. Focus here is on the food - everything was simply splendid. From the amuse-bouche to the home-made Madeline’s the food was phenomenal with service by Evan to match. Group had the halibut, duck, venison, and special shout out for the tatin.
Submitted by Alex Lorenzen on 02/15/2022
Alex Lorenzen 5 stars rating.
The restaurant is squished between another restaurant and a blues bar, so it fits in perfectly with the cool Chicago vibes. Walking in keeps those same vibes with a lowly lit, candles on all the tables, and a very modern bar. The wine list was extensive and had everything you could ask for. The food was incredible and very reasonably priced. Can't say enough about the food (get the brussel sprouts to begin with). We had the duck breast and the steak for our entree, both cooked to perfection. The whole experience was incredible; atmosphere, service, and food. Will be going back
Submitted by Kiki T on 08/29/2021
Kiki T 4 stars rating.
Food is awesome but this price deserves a better service. The restroom is… a disappointment doesn’t meet the expectations with this price.
Submitted by M Wu on 10/23/2020
M Wu 5 stars rating.
Oh wow! Another 5-star restaurants on my list.
Corn soup is sticky (in a good way) with strong aroma, duck is just phenomenal (order it please), and not to mention foie gras burger—simply enjoyable with many notes.
Service is good, price is ok if you skip alcohol, and the portion is good.
Look forward to coming back again.
Submitted by Micheál Ó on 09/22/2019
Micheál Ó 5 stars rating.
Chose to give Brindille a shot after a LOT of looking over info on various high-end restaurants in Chicago - we were NOT disappointed. Heavy traffic delayed us, I called and advised them, they said thanks, and we showed 20 minutes late to a very hearty welcome. We brought along two bottles of fine wine from my cellar: a dry white 2014 "Y" from the Château d'Yquem, and a 1990 Château d'Yquem which absolutely floored us for its perfection! "Y" is also called "Ygrec," which is the French name for that letter of the alphabet. We also bought a bottle of 2013 Albert Boxer Gewurztraminer Reserve from Alsace. Two of us dined on the following, sharing dishes:
Appetizers, which were generously portioned:
CHESAPEAKE BAY SOFT SHELL CRAB
Charred Heirloom Tomato, Red Onion & Provençal Black Olives with soft white corn polenta, roquette leaves and french date vinegar butter.
Amazing crab, especially in Chicago, where they're not pulled out of nearby waters. Also quite liked the polenta, and the overall flavors were well chosen. Eaten with two wines we brought, preferred with Ygrec.
CRISP BELLY OF BERKSHIRE PORK
Cardamom Roasted Pineapple & Pickled Ramps, Beauty Heart Radish and Candied Pecans, Natural Jus with Kishmish "Green" Raisins, Blueberries, and While Balsamic "Crisps."
Delicious, juicy, tender, flavorsome bit of pork with a nice then layer of crispy fat. Everything that was part of it built the whole up to the spectacular appetizer which this was - went best with some of the Yquem.
SEARED HUDSON VALLEY FOIE GRAS - (FROM GOOSE)
Blackberry, Amber Afghani Saffron and Strawberry Friponnes, Anise Seed and Tarragon Savory Toast, Green Almondine Tea Gelée, Banyuls, Anise Hissop and Maché.
It is hard to mess up Foie Gras if you're competent in your kitchen, and these folks definitely did it justice. I'd say a trip to Brindille is worth making JUST to eat this! It was marvelous with the '90 Yquem.
SEA SCALLOPS NAHA SCENTED WITH VANILLA BEAN, Citrus and Spices, Caramelized Belgian Endive "Marmalade," Late Summer Plums, Frangrant Marigold and Bergamot Flowers with a Nage of Carrot, Coriander and Lemongrass
Just superb! Properly caramelized scallops, looking like a perfectly toasted marshmallow, are a special favorite of both of us. These were nicely succulent both the Ygrec and the Yquem, but in the end, the Yquem was even better.
Entrées, which were also generous and amazing!
Well, we were disappointed to learn that the Sole Meunier on the menu was not available, it had been a major motivator for our choice, but other items on the menu undid our sadness.
BUTTER POACHED MAINE LOBSTER, 'Corn on the Cob,' Striped Beets and Jerusalem Artichoke, Salpicon of Gold Beets and Celery, Celery Root, Crustacean Lobster Broth and Summer Garden Herb Salad.
Ooooh, LOBSTER! Juicy and succulent and perfectly cooked, again, all those things combined with it were just perfection on a plate of flavors. It went well with both the Ygrec and Yquem, but we both preferred the Yquem.
Lacquered Aged Moulard Duck Breast with a Pavé Tarte of "Red Haven" Peaches, Roasted Fennel, and Tropea Onions, Medjool Date, Braised Leeks, Bronze Fennel, and Apple Mint.
As with the lobster, another perfection of (different) flavors on a plate. many people would want to drink red wine with duck, but those in the know are aware that a good Sauternes can pair amazingly with it, and for us, the Yquem took this tasty duck to an even higher level.
FORTUNATELY, we'd paced ourselves so as to be able to enjoy the artisanal cheese selection as our final. It consisted of a dozen French Cheeses. I've attached a photo of the list, so am abbreviating them here, along with which wine we determined was the best compliment. For my comments, please see the pic, as I've exceeded my character limit.
Submitted by Albert K on 04/12/2018
Albert K 4 stars rating.
Very positive review of this place - we hosted an executive event for the company here for many of our top clients. We booked the whole venue. Service was superior. People offering to take our coats as we walked in, offer us a cocktail or drinks, and more.
The food was pretty good overall as well. Kicked off with oysters, went into greens/meats, and ended up delicious desserts. Man the dessert was awesome - macaroons, cookies, and more. Very impressed.
The ambiance of this place is very romantic also. Great date spot.
I'd definitely return here for a date, client dinner, or just to catch up with friends.
