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Bandol, Chicago, IL

Bandol

4.1
4.1
277 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary French / American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
Bandol blends French and Mediterranean classics with modern seafood, a raw bar, and American influences, inspired by the coastal town of Bandol. Its light-filled, art-deco space is ideal for everything from a morning espresso and pastry to a business lunch, memorable dinner, or late-night digestif. Parisian-style outdoor seating offers a relaxing escape in the heart of the city. Bandol serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, and weekend brunch.

The upscale to-go coffee bar and bakery counter offers Lavazza coffee, grab-and-go breakfast items, and house-made pastries, perfect for a quick pick-me-up.

Parking validation is available for guests parked at 172 W Madison Self-Park Garage. After 4 p.m. on weekends and weeknights, enjoy free parking with a $25 meal purchase. Bring your parking slip for validation. Not valid for valet parking.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Mediterranean, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 06:30–21:00 Fri 06:30–22:30 Sat 07:00–23:00 Sun 07:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (312) 877-5713
  • Website
    https://www.bandolrestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • 3 Course Theater Prix-Fixe Menu

    US$48.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Before you head on over to the theater, stop by Bandol for a 3-course meal. Start with a Mixed Green Salad, and choose your entree from 3 options: Roasted Amish Chicken, Roasted Salmon, Veggie Lasagna, and, for dessert, Gelato.
    3 Course Theater Prix-Fixe Menu photo

  • $30 Bottomless Mimosas Sat & Sun

    US$30.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Feelin' bubbly! Get bottomless mimosas for $30 at Bandol on Saturdays and Sundays!
    $30 Bottomless Mimosas Sat & Sun photo

Offers

  • Dive in to our Oyster Madness!

    Multiple dates available
    Fri - 16:00 - 18:00
    Visit us Monday & Friday for $1 oysters and Tuesday through Thursday with $1.50 oysters and $35 rosé towers.

    Dive in to our Oyster Madness! photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 277 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bandol offers a vibrant dining experience with "fantastic food" and a "reliable brasserie" atmosphere. While some dishes like the lobster roll and steak Cobb are highly praised, the restaurant also features a "thoughtful" service and charming decor. Ideal for pre-theater dinners or casual downtown dining, Bandol shines in ambiance and happy hour offerings.

277 Reviews

  1. Lily

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the best time at Bandol, and the food was AMAZING!! My table was raving the entire ride home. Perfect for a pre-show meal!

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  2. John

    VIP

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The swordfish kebab entree was great, and like the other menu items, it was very reasonably priced.

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  3. Kededra

    VIP

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The team was amazing from the host to the server to the bartender. Food was great perfectly prepared perfectly and timely. Shouts our to Brandon our server who showed us great service even though we were his last table definitely will be back in the future and to Destiny the host i appreciate you so much for allowing us to still be seated the team was amazing.

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  4. Luis

    VIP

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent environment, great music, lemon hummus eas delicious but the swordfish kabob were amazing. Bathroom on 2nd floor of hotel.

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  5. Brandon

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, outstanding quality of taste, presentation, and deliciousness! Service was kind of shoddy, but the meal, timing of order to prep, and ambiance made it a good experience.

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  6. Kris

    Chicago

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on 29 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and great service. Only issue it was rather loud but would be great when outdoor dining returns

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  7. MaryAnn

    VIP

    Chicago

    75 reviews

    4.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Bandol is a very reliable brasserie with a limited but solid menu. Fine selection of appetizers, salads, and more. Happy Hour options are a plus for earlier diners. Service is prompt, accommodating, and pleasant. Great choice for casual downtown dining, brunch, or a quick cocktail.

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  8. Ann Marie

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The service was quirky. Oysters were great, the salmon kabobs and french onion soup were just ok. We will probably not go back.

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  9. Dave

    VIP

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good drinks, waitress was very nice and helpful. Baguettes in the French onion soup were a tad burned but the soup was still good. One of our party asked for chocolate cake and got chocolate mouse, but hey anyone can make a mistake. Would definitely go back again.

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  10. Bradley

    Des Moines

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great little spot for a quiet dinner with loved ones.

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FAQs

Bandol is rated 4.1 stars by 277 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Bandol

100 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603

Additional information

  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 06:30–21:00 Fri 06:30–22:30 Sat 07:00–23:00 Sun 07:00–20:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Mediterranean, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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