Bistrot Margot
- Neighborhood: Old Town
- 1437 N. Wells St.
- Chicago, IL 60610
- 312-587-3660
- Price range: $$$ ($16-$25)
Crowds pack this Old Town spot for fine bistro fare at budget-friendly prices. Chef-owner Joe Doppes oversees outstanding classics like steak frites, grilled salmon and pates. The convivial table-stuffed Art Nouveau room may seem overcrowded to some, but Bistro Margot has expanded to include an upstairs dining room and bar.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- North and Schiller.
- Parking:
- Paid Lot, Street, and Valet. Paid Lot: 1/4 block north. Street Parking Possible: meters until midnight. Valet Parking: $10
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Bus: 72-North. Brown Line Train: Sedgwick.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
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Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday through Friday
Dinner: 4-9 p.m., Monday; 4-10 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday; 4-11 p.m., Friday; 3-11 p.m., Saturday; 3-9 p.m., Sunday
Brunch: 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday and Sunday.
- Cuisine:
- French
- Meals Served:
- Weekend Brunch, Dinner, and Lunch. Brunch: Saturday and Sunday.
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Accepted. Recommended Friday and Saturday.
- Dress Code:
- Casual
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Bar Style:
- Lounge
- Audience:
- Families
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Theme. French Bistro.
- ATM:
- Across the street.
- Features:
- Catering. On-premises only.
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities. Several rooms available.
- Worth Noting:
- 3-star. Recommended.
- Specialties:
- French Onion Soup, Steak Frites, Creme Brulee.
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Diners Club, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. Table seating for 36
- Seating :
- Seating for 210
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"Delicious meal and great service part 1"
By SusanInAurora from Aurora, November 23, 2009
Somehow the beginning of my review was cut the first time. Here it is now: My husband and I made our second trip to Bistrot Margot last night befo...
Report This Review"Delicious meal and great service"
By SusanInAurora from Aurora, November 22, 2009
In the past, my husband had the steak frites and I had the pork tenderloin. Those were both excellent too. Our dessert was the chocolate chi...
Report This Review"Great ambiance, not the best food"
By PurdueGal09 from Lincoln Park, April 14, 2009
Holy salt! Everything I ordered was drenched in salt. I had the pork loin with asparagus and pasta grits. The pork loin was exceptionally dry but t...
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Bistrot Margot
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Thanksgiving at Bistrot Margot
11/26/2009 - 11:00 AM


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