Old Town Brasserie
3.4
- Neighborhood: Old Town
- 1209 North Wells St.
- Chicago, IL 60610
- 312-943-3000
Though it opened in 2007, this handsome neighborhood boite is an old soul. The menu is classic French with a touch of Asian influence, offering pate, escargots, salad Lyonnaise, tournedos de boeuf and roasted duck breast and leg confit with Rouennaise sauce. The crowd here skews a bit older but it's still lively, and the front bar is always bustling. For lighter cafe fare during the day and carryout options, check out The Brasserie's Market next door.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Wells Street and Division Street
- Parking:
- Street Parking Difficult
- Public Transportation:
- CTA bus: Division-70; Red Line "L" stop: Clark/Division
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 5:30-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. (brunch) and 5-8 p.m. (dinner) Sunday; bar hours 5 p.m.-2 a.m. daily (bar closing hours subject to change)
- Cuisine:
- French
- Meals Served:
- Dinner and Sunday Brunch
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Recommended
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar. Wine available by the bottle (for carryout) next door at The Brasserie's Market.
- Bar Style:
- Lounge, Cabaret, and Piano
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Live Music:
- Yes. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Tuesday-Thursday; 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Friday-Saturday
- Noise Level:
- Bustling
- Features:
- On-site Merchandise, Catering, and Custom Orders Available. The Brasserie's Market offers party trays, boxed lunches, picnic baskets and custom cakes. Wine is also available at the market.
- Payment Methods:
- Cash and Major Credit Cards
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- Yes. Through The Brasserie's Market, located next door.
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"Not worth the wait"
By jazzyst from Wicker Park, November 16, 2008
I don't think I have ever been to a restaurant that after an hour had not seated me for reservations. We took a friend to her restaurant of choice...
Report This Review"Good food and service not enough!"
By Conspicuous Consumer from Metro Chicago, August 30, 2008
The chef produces some of the best food in the city. The service is cordial. What do say of hospitality when the owner says to customers as they're...
Report This Review"Disappointed and would not go back"
By Old Town Resident from Old Town, August 8, 2008
I went there during the week with a friend for dinner and immediately felt not wanted or shunned by the maitre d and what appeared to be the owner...
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