La Grande Boucherie Chicago IL
If you're in search of a sophisticated and upscale dining experience, you must visit La Grande Boucherie, located in downtown Chicago. I recently visited the city in search of the best that Chicago has to offer, and honestly, I think I found it. From Montreal to Chicago, La Grande Boucherie is the best restaurant that I have visited in the past two years. I cannot begin to explain the journey that I went on from the moment that I entered their doors.
The restaurant features decor inspired by 1940s art deco, complemented by French accents in the cutlery and fixtures. The menu is very satisfying and offers unique French wines, cocktails, Wagyu steaks, signature cheese boards, and more.
Dive into this delicious journey with me and experience La Grande Boucherie from start to finish.
“An elegant dining experience that provides an exceptional culinary journey. ”
OUTDOOR PATIO
La Grande Boucherie Chicago IL Menu
Let's start with the wine menu. During my visit, I chose the Domaine de La Prebende off their "Spring Specials" menu. The cost per glass is $22, and the bottle is $128/$64.
If you love rosé wine, then give this one a try. Each sip was full and worth every dollar. This rosé paired exceptionally well with my dinner, truly enhancing the flavour of the duck. I would rate it a solid 10/10.
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APPETIZERS
For our appetizer, we ordered the Lyonnaise Salad and absolutely loved it; the greens and red wine vinaigrette were perfect. The egg was cooked perfectly, and the croutons were firm and crunchy.
The maple-glazed bacon on the side was silky and tasted like butter. We devoured this salad and could not wait for the rest of dinner. Complimentary bread and butter was available with our appetizer. We enjoyed the lightly salted butter and the side of crystal salt. Solid 8/10.
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Complimentary Bread & Butter
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Maple glazed bacon, soft cooked eggs, brioche croutons, shallot and
bacon vinaigrette
Prices are subject to change; check the official website for more details.
WHAT WE ORDERED FOR DINNER
La Grande Boucherie did not come to play. Their menu is everything! Each item looked delicious, which made it even harder to place our order.
For dinner we ordered the JAPANESE A-5 WAGYU (8 oz.) steak and the DUO OF SEARED DUCK BREAST & CONFIT LEG.
Normally we would not splurge this much, but the final product was worth it. My boyfriend has eaten hundreds of steaks, and this was in his top 10. The sear was impressive. I also tried it and loved it. Although I typically avoid red meat, I found it enjoyable. This dish was served with a side of home-cut fries, which are available for an additional $10. Was it worth the $80 price tag? I don’t believe so, but it was undeniably delicious.
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$10 Cosr per side
I am a huge fan of duck, so ordering this dish was an easy choice for me. I requested well done, but the waiter recommended medium-well to preserve the juices. I ended up swapping the cold cannellini bean salad for the potato puree. "Best decision ever." I mean, there is absolutely nothing bad to say about this dish. The duck was tender, and the taste was divine. The skin was wonderfully crispy, while the inside remained moist.
Lastly, the potato puree was absolutely heavenly. It was smooth and creamy, perfectly complementing the richness of the duck. Each bite was a delightful experience, making this dish one I won't soon forget.
Prices are subject to change; check the official website for more details.
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Usually comes with ( Cold cannellini bean salad, orange sauce )
Swapped for the POTATO PURÉE
If you're looking to explore the wine list at La Grande Boucherie, they have a full-scale bar that is located in the restaurant. The drink menu features various spirits, cocktails, rosés, red and white wines from the USA and France.
La Grande Boucherie has second-floor dining; a beautiful experience awaits on the upstairs terrace as well as an outdoor patio to enjoy the upcoming summer weather. This restaurant is full of surprises, and I cannot wait to visit again.
So here's the final verdict. La Grande Boucherie gets 10/10. The food was incredible, the service top-tier, and the restaurant was just gorgeous. It reminded me of my visit to Bar George in downtown Montreal. The elegance and style are unmatched.
Many critics say that French cooking is ordinary and boring, but to me, La Grand Boucherie really stood out among the best. I am excited to visit again and to try more of the menu. Lastly, the service was impeccable; our waiter was truly helpful and made great recommendations to us.
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La Grand Boucherie
Address: 431 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654, United States
Phone: +1 312-624-3014 Menu: boucherieus.com Reservations: opentable.com
