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Bar La Rue

4.0 (202 reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 11:00 pm
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Anna S.

I've been to Bar La Rue three times now, and I really do love the aesthetic! The place is super cute, with the flowers hanging from the ceiling, all the pretty pink details, and an outdoor bar that I've been wanting to sit at because the vibe looks absolutely adorable. It's definitely a great spot if you're looking for a pretty place to grab drinks with the girls! The drinks are delicious, too! I tried the Café Claudette today, and it was so good. Their Espresso Martini is also a favorite. However, there are two things that keep me from giving this place a higher rating. First, the vegetarian options are seriously lacking. As a vegetarian, I was honestly disappointed to see so few options on the menu. Your choices are basically a salad or French onion soup, and that's pretty much it. In 2026, I really think restaurants should be making more of an effort to accommodate vegetarian diners. I'm not even a picky vegetarian! Even something as simple as a Beyond or Impossible Burger, a mushroom-based dish, or another satisfying vegetarian entrée would make such a difference. Second, the wait time is honestly unreasonable. Today, I went with a group of eight girls, and two people at my table had already finished eating while another person's food still hadn't arrived. I understand that larger groups can take longer, but the timing felt excessive. Nobody wants to sit there watching everyone else finish their meals while they're still waiting for their own food. Overall, Bar La Rue has so much potential. The decor is adorable, the atmosphere is lovely, and the cocktails are definitely worth trying. However, better vegetarian options and more consistent service would make the experience so much better.

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Emily M.

This is a beautiful, very instagrammable spot located in a fun, lively area of Chicago. I came here with my best friend and our brothers and we all really enjoyed our time together here. Our food was good - I wish there were more options on the brunch menu. In a neighborhood with so many restaurants, I would have thought there would be more offerings on the menu. While our food was good, it was a little heavy. Overall, I would be open to coming back for lunch or dinner.

Ozzie T.

Had to remove 1 star because they only have 2 GF options on the entire menu We popped in for happy hour on a random Tuesday night. The bar was bumpin'! We had dirty martinis w/olives and old fashioneds -- and both were on point. Be sure to sit at the bar for HH. It gets pretty crowded! Frankie, our bartender, was working hard all night long. Great job Frankie!! Hubby tried all 3 slider options - cheeseburger, lobster roll and French dip. They were OK at $6 each. You have to get the bottomless frites - why not? I had the kale & endive salad which was refreshing. The other GF option on the menu is oysters. Bonus - hubby was able to watch the Sox wild card game at the bar. Check out Bar La Rue for a solid HH - if you don't have dietary restrictions like me.

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Sammy W.

Such a cute place in Fulton market! Celebrated my sisters birthday and made a reservation for 10 and got seated outside. We were in the corner which got little air flow so it got pretty hot and sweaty but the flowers were so pretty. We each ordered a different main and the biggest hit was the chicken sandwich with fries and garlic aioli. I got the spicy version and did the two combo with French onion soup which was super yummy. I wish the bread was toasted a little more but that's just my preference. Items were a tad pricey but not bad. My cousin got the crab cake Benedict and said it was ok too my sauce which made her queasy after she ate a couple bites. My other cousin got the lobster roll and said it didn't have much lobster flavor which could depend on the freshness of the lobster. Overall the place is great for a catchup food was exactly good there is a hefty surcharge and tax in the bill just wanna make sure you're prepared for that.

Leslie C.

Beautiful decor! The flowers are stunning and it's a lovely, elegant, romantic, whimsical ambiance. Indoor and outdoor dining. I really enjoyed the happy hour here! I loved the fries, mini lobster roll, cheeseburger slider, and bougie chicken nuggets. The fanciest chicken nuggets I've ever seen, with a ranch sauce topped with caviar. My friend really enjoyed her oysters too. Great cocktails and mocktails. My friend loved her Paloma. I enjoyed a sparking rosé, and then I had a delightful mocktail called FRAISE NÎL, which had strawberry, mint, lemon, amarena cherries. The cherries were epic! So good! Excellent service from Nicolas.

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Erika S.

Came here for brunch yesterday while in town for the Chris Brown concert. The spot accepted reservations and had amazing decor and outdoor seating. We had a 11:30 reservation. I got an espresso martini with tequila. We chose to sit outside and unfortunately for me I got stung by a bee, pulled the stinger out thankfully before we moved inside. The manager Erica came to check on me, provided with me ice and some benadryl so I did not have to go to the hospital thank goodness. The food was really good as well as the drinks. I ordered the bougie chicken nugget with came with caviar on top and ranch. The presentation of it coming out in a smoky glass container was so cute! The wings were flavorful and so were the mussels and their sauce. The amount of bread given for 2 people was also a great portion. There was a live DJ playing some good music as well. I definitely recommend this place and will come back in the future.

Jessica L.

Perfect spot for a girls' night out! The ambiance is great and the interior is beautifully decorated. Cute drinks and good food, but the service left a little to be desired..

Gabriel H.

Cocktails, burger, bougie chicken nugget. Absolutely delicious. Those are my recommendations. I love the ambience of this place, perfect for a late evening post work wind down. Bartender was helpful and pleasant. Thank you Bar La Rue team!

Kari O.

Kari's Rating 8.5/10 TLDR: -They're famous burger comes with American cheese already -Mostly high top seating -Instagrammable Place Came in with a friend around 6:30 on Friday night and the place was just starting to get packed. While I waited for my friend, I joked with the manager, and he had a very good sense of humor and put me immediately at ease. Once my friend got here, we were escorted to a high top table next to the bar. I couldn't stop looking at the beautiful faux flower decor along the ceiling and by the bar. We ordered the Sauvignon Blanc that was poured into our stemless glasses. The waitress suggested the lobster roll as well as their famous "The Royal Burger," where the burger came on top of a large plate of Gruyère cheese fondue. Both the lobster roll and the burger came with fries or coleslaw. We decided to split the difference and get a little bit of each. The fries weren't super crispy, but they were overall okay-but realistically more of like a filler so there were definitely fries left when we got up to go. I personally didn't think they were worth heating back up as they were so thin you wouldn't have anything to heat up. The burger was absolutely delicious, but I personally didn't think they needed to add American cheese on the burger as well as it was plenty cheesy. The burgers were juicy and cooked to perfection on top of their crispy buttery brioche bun. I really like the pickle being sliced thinly because you just got enough of it without it being soggy. The lobster roll was as fantastic as the waitress was hyping up. The juicy piece of lobster her complemented, the perfect ratio of mayo on a beautifully buttered piece of roll. It was also the perfect portion size. My only critique was that when we got it to our table, I wasn't sure if it was supposed to be served hot or cold as it was kind of room temperature. The lobster roll also came with a side of coleslaw, which I was confused about because it looked more like a salad as it didn't have a very heavy mayo dressing and actually tasted more like a spring citrus salad very lightly doused with lemon. I wasn't mad about it because I don't like very mayo heavy coleslaw's-but I also didn't realize this was the coleslaw as I thought it was a side salad. Overall, it was in a very hip and popping place and I probably would come back with friends. I do wish the waitress had introduced herself with her name and the individual bussing our tables had name tags on-I personally think it makes the meal a little more intimate. Overall, I left full and happy. The price was perfect for what we ate and drank. I thought it was a nice place in West Loop and I look forward to coming back!

Salmon
Jenn W.

Great lunch here recently! They have a lunch combo that gives you the option of a starter (salad, soup) and an entree (salmon, burger, chicken sandwich). That's what we chose, and it was so good! Caesar salad was solid, but the French onion soup was amazing! Salmon was delicious, placed on creamed potatoes. The burger was really good too. Cool decor and a friendly vibe. Service was spot on.

Steak frites
Tigui D.

Went here today for girls brunch about 7 of us. The inside is picturesque and inviting. Food took a long time to come out but when it did come out it was well made and delicious. I ordered the steak frites- the steak was so good and fries were addicting! The rest of the girls really like their food and drinks. I ordered a mocktail and it so good! Our issue: we were told when we are ready to pay we can scan the QR code at the table. We scan the code then we notice they already added a 18% gratuity per check and on top of that at 3.5% surcharge. We barely saw our waitress, we saw the busboy way more (refilling our drinks, clearing the table etc). What the heck is a surcharge for? Service was mediocre and we know why. She already knew she was getting paid anyhow so why bother trying. I really hope the busboy gets most of that tip, he deserves it. This is why I'm giving the low review. I feel like we were being deceived. I would of preferred being told about the involuntary gratuity and additional surcharge. I'm always happy to tip on my own terms especially when it's deserved. And the surcharge is b.s

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Kawone H.

Bar La Rue -- Worth the Return Trip What started as a frustrating 25-minute wait with zero service could have derailed the entire evening. It didn't, and that's largely thanks to Christina, who stepped in and made sure the rest of the night was everything it should have been. The Vibe- Walking in, the decor immediately sets a mood -- light, airy, and reminiscent of a fresh summer afternoon. Fans of New York-style dining will feel right at home. Better yet, the layout gives you options: al fresco, patio, bar, or the quaint indoor dining area. Whatever your preference, there's a seat for it. The Food- Start with the chicken wings...full stop. Crispy, flavorful, and carrying just the right amount of heat (we're talking very mild, not a challenge), they were the highlight of the meal. We ordered three during happy hour and had zero regrets. The lobster roll made an equally strong impression. A member of our group enjoyed the happy hour version so much that she upgraded to the full entrée. That says plenty. The chicken sandwich looked the part and, notably, drew zero complaints from the other half of our table which, in my experience, is as close to a glowing endorsement as it gets. On the flip side, the French dip happy hour bites missed the mark entirely. Dry, chewy, and flat on flavor. Skip them. The NY Strip was my personal misstep. Cooked to a correct medium, but under-seasoned and tougher than it should have been at that price point. My instinct says it was a select-grade cut, and no sauce is going to fix that. I'd steer clear. The Drinks- The classic old fashioned had good flavor but skewed a little sweet, and the crushed ice left something to be desired. An old fashioned deserves a proper large cube. That said, the happy hour pricing softens the critique considerably. The group also enjoyed the cosmopolitan and the martini! The Verdict- Bar La Rue is worth coming back to, especially now knowing what to order and what to leave alone. The highs are genuinely high, and with a little navigation, it's a solid evening out.

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Clarissa M.

Went for Brunch at 12:30pm. Food is good, they have a $25 2-course lunch meal and good selections. I just hope the cocktail was presented better for $16. Love the onion soup, very cheesy. The salmon tasted like what I expected (healthy). Service was awesome. And the restaurant is indeed beautiful.

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