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The Bristol, Chicago, IL

The Bristol

4.5
4.5
1927 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American
  • Innovative
  • Romantic
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Bristol has helped shape the Chicago hospitality scene since 2008 and remains a neighborhood staple. The food is deliberately created, packed with flavor and unpretentious. The menu is a hybrid of the classic and the contemporary and based in French techniques, but remains rooted in New American cuisine with farm-fresh produce and Midwest sensibilities. The Bristol wine program is built on a foundation of producers that are the benchmarks for their regions and styles of wine-making, while also focusing on the new generation of producers who've taken the baton and are re-shaping their region's historic styles. This philosophy trickles down to every element of The Bristol's 'Nouveau/Classic' beverage program from the redefined classic cocktails to quintessential European beer styles done in the American palate.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (773) 862-5555
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Larry Feldmeier
  • Area
    Bucktown / Wicker Park
  • Cross Street
    Damen & Webster
  • Parking details
    Street parking available on Damen and surrounding neighborhood.
  • Public transit
    Blue Line - Damen50 Damen Bus - Webster & Damen
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,927 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5
4.5 based on all time ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 2.8Value

NoiseEnergetic

1,927 Reviews
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    VIP

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 7 July 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The tasting menu here is reasonable, delicious, and innovative. Cocktails are also fabulous. Highly recommend.

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    VIP

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 4 July 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious, and the staff was phenomenal.

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  3. MEMV

    Monterrey

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 2 July 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had one of the best experiences we've ever had in a restaurant!! It was simply amazing, not just the food and presentation of the plates, but the service was also outstanding!!! We were celebrating my husband's birthday, they had a bd card signed by everyone, they brought our desert with candles and the chef came out to say hello. Everyone was very attentive and nice: the hosts, all the servers, the barman, the chef and a cook who came several times to check on us. I would go back anytime!!!

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  4. TomS

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 26 June 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful place -- superb bartender who stocks hard-to-find spirits like Luxard, Green Chartreuse and Creme de Violette. Fantastic food which is presented beautifully and a truly kind staff. Highly recommended.

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  5. KellyR

    VIP

    Salt Lake City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 24 June 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Creative choices for dinner. Wonderful atmosphere and staff

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  6. Linny

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 23 June 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic. In every way

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  7. RichardT

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 June 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite restaurants ever. I've been here for the eight-course tasting three times now, every season. Brilliant.

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  8. David

    St. Louis

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 19 June 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly but professional service, prompt attention to needs. Food was excellent - very unique but enjoyable dishes Abs flavors. I highly recommend!!

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  9. SusieB

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 June 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great experience. I had the vegetarian tasting menu and was really blown away by the creativity, the flavors and textures of the food. All the staff were very attentive and welcoming. Highly recommend.

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  10. foodislife

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 18 June 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exquisite! We did the "8-Course Experience," and what an experience! Dishes were perfectly arranged and timed. Excellent wine list. GM and Chef were very down to earth and personable. Would do it 1000 times over again. We are from out of town, but hopeful to make it back for the refreshed Summer menu beginning in July.

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FAQs

The Bristol offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 862-5555.

The Bristol is rated 4.5 stars by 1927 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Google Map for The Bristol

2152 N Damen, Chicago, IL 60647

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Damen & Webster
  • Area
    Bucktown / Wicker Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American, American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking available on Damen and surrounding neighborhood.
  • Public transit
    Blue Line - Damen50 Damen Bus - Webster & Damen
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Larry Feldmeier
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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