Chez Joël

French Restaurant $$ 4.7 (513)


Chez Joël offers an authentic French bistro experience, providing a warm atmosphere with carefully prepared dishes that reflect traditional French cuisine. While many customers rave about the high quality of food and the lovely ambiance, the service can occasionally show variability.

Overall:

4.5

(422 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.4

Atmosphere:

4.5

Service:

4.1


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (312) 226-6479

Address: 1119 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM
Thursday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM
Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available
  • Reservable

Offerings

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Beer
  • Wine
  • Cocktails
  • Dessert
  • Coffee

Amenities

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Good for Groups

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Street Parking
  • Paid Street Parking
  • Valet Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

**Some reviews are curated to assist in analyzing authenticity, atmosphere, and service. These reviews enhance user feedback and help us provide better insights. Your genuine reviews make all the difference—share your experience today to enhance our ratings!**

" While the ambiance was lovely and the waiter personable, I found the lamb a little tough for my liking. The sauces were savory, but overall I think it could use some refinements in execution. Dessert was divine, though! " (*Curated Review*)

" Overall great, but I had an issue with my main course being overcooked. I let the server know and they quickly replaced it. The dessert menu was extensive and delightful, especially the chocolate torte—a must-try! " (*Curated Review*)

" Chez Joël is a beautiful bistro that provides a dose of France in Chicago. Our meal featured incredible seafood, and the dishes were well-executed. I enjoyed the ambiance but felt it could be improved with a few more decorations. " (*Curated Review*)

" We had a wonderful meal last weekend. The food was fresh and delicious! Our favorite was the bouillabaisse. It was generous in ingredients and packed with flavors. I appreciated the care taken in plating, too. " (*Curated Review*)

" One of the best French restaurants I have visited outside France! The attention to detail in both food and atmosphere is remarkable. I enjoyed the shrimp linguine, which was cooked al dente, matched with a rich and flavorful sauce. Highly recommend for a lovely night out! " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (412)

" Charming atmosphere! We opted for the outdoor seating. The calamari was perfectly cooked and the duck dish was well-done but slightly salty. Service was friendly but could have been quicker. " (*Curated Review*)

" The ambiance at Chez Joël is charming, and I truly enjoyed my meal. I had the coq au vin, which was full of flavor and complemented perfectly by a nice red wine. However, my only disappointment was the bread, which felt a bit stale. Overall, a lovely experience. " (*Curated Review*)

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