The Grocery Bistro
3.5
from - Neighborhood: West Loop
- 804 W. Washington St.
- Chicago, IL 60607
- 312-850-9291
- Price range: $$ ($9-$15)
A large communal table is the focal point of the dining room at this West Loop bistro, which is done up in a calming palette of earth tones with complementary slate tiling, mahogany furniture and a large hand-written chalkboard menu. Cool jazz, fresh flower arrangements and white tablecloths add to the ambiance. Though the menu changes seasonally, expect contemporary takes on American dishes. The menu starts with a selection of hot and cold shared plates before moving on to entrees such as stuffed rainbow trout, filet-cut grilled ribeye and herb-crusted rack of lamb. There are always a few vegetarian selections as well. Before you dine, stop by Perman Wine Selections next door, which works with the restaurant to provide appropriate pairings.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Washington and Halsted Streets
- Parking:
- Metered, Street Parking Difficult, and Valet
- Public Transportation:
- CTA bus: Madison-20, Halsted-8
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (lunch) and 5-11 p.m. (dinner) Monday-Thursday; 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m.-midnight Friday; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (brunch) and 5 p.m.-midnight Saturday; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday (brunch)
- Cuisine:
- American Contemporary
- Meals Served:
- Dinner, Lunch, and Weekend Brunch
- Price Range:
- $$ ($9-$15). $25 three-course prix-fixe menu Monday-Friday.
- Reservations:
- Recommended. Required for parties of 6 or more.
- Alcohol:
- BYOB and Corkage Fee. $5 corkage fee first bottle; $10 each additional bottle.
Features
- Carryout:
- No
- Payment Methods:
- Cash, Debit Cards, and Major Credit Cards
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. For 16
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- For 68. Large communal table seats about 20; two-top tables with booths on one side and chairs on the other line the walls.
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"You HAVE to try this place!!!!"
By sarahelizabeth from South Loop, November 5, 2009
I ate at the grocery bistro for dinner yesterday and had the best food and the best time. It is BYOB (which I love) and there is a really cute wine...
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"Delicious!"
By sarahjames from wicker park, October 20, 2009
Wow- The Grocery Bistro rocks. The menu has a selection of small and large share plates so you can order for yourself or be kind to your dining co...
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"Disappointed"
By kruettiger from East Village, October 16, 2009
I've been to Grocery Bistro several times and was very impressed the first couple of times I went. However, that was not the case this past week. ...
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