L2O
4.0
from - Neighborhood: Lincoln Park
- 2300 N. Lincoln Park West
- Chicago, IL 60614-3456
- 773-868-0002
Celebrated chef Laurent Gras, who earned his rep in Michelin-starred restaurants in France and helmed top-notch kitchens stateside (Peacock Alley in the Waldorf-Astoria in New York and the Fifth Floor in San Francisco), partners with Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises at this modern upscale seafood restaurant. The name, pronounced EL-two-oh, is a combo of Laurent and H2O and reflects the chef's affinity for seafood. Gras incorporates ingredients such as Japanese hirame, octopus from Spain and turbot from France into his menus. There are three dining options: a $90 six-course "tete a tete" degustation menu (each course focuses on two ingredients "one on one" to create a single note of flavor), a $110 four-course prix-fixe menu and a $165 12-course tasting menu. There’s also a lounge menu and a separate menu for the Tatami room, a semi-private option with sunken tables and chairs for Japanese-style dining. The main dining room's luxurious interior features sen wood paneling, ebony tabletops, off-white leather chairs and white onyx.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Belden Avenue and Lincoln Park West
- Parking:
- Street Parking Difficult and Valet
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 6-10 p.m. Monday, Wednesday-Thursday; 6-11 p.m. Friday; 5-11 p.m. Saturday; 6-9 p.m. Sunday; closed Tuesday
- Cuisine:
- Seafood
- Meals Served:
- Dinner
- Reservations:
- Recommended
- Dress Code:
- Jackets recommended for men.
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
Features
- Private and VIP Rooms:
- Yes, both semi-private and private dining available.
- Payment Methods:
- Cash and Major Credit Cards
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Seating :
- For 80 in the dining room and 8 in the Tatami Room; the lounge seats 14.
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"Worthwhile for a special treat"
By D. Cuomo from Bucktown, February 18, 2009
Very good. Beautifully appointed. Food is delicious. Servers need some work. Good wine service. I would go back but for a special occasion.
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"Excellent"
By adamk from evanston, January 8, 2009
Surprised to see the negative reviews. I went in summer 2008. Was one of the best meals I've ever had. This place is the complete package. Go f...
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"Don't waste your time"
By speje89 from chicago, January 4, 2009
Tried out this place after reading about it in Esquire. When you're in the same city as Alinea, why would you go here? The food is decent, but for ...
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