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    4.0 (169 reviews)
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    Chocolate Profiteroles
    Elgin B.

    1/2 - Great Vibe, Great Service, Perfect Spot for a Celebration We were out celebrating my brother-in-law's 50th birthday. He wasn't really interested in doing anything big, so we surprised him with dinner at Bar La Rue, located at 820 W. Fulton St. right in the heart of Fulton Market. Bar La Rue is a trendy, upscale Italian sports bar with a twist. The interior is filled with greenery, elegant white flowers, and gold-trimmed décor. Most of the seating near the bar is booth-style, and the dining area is elevated, giving you a nice view of Fulton Market through the windows. Our server was excellent--very knowledgeable, extremely accommodating, and checked in often to make sure we had everything we needed. He also did a great job advocating for the restaurant and their partner locations. When I arrived, my sister and brother-in-law were already enjoying the bottomless fries from the happy hour menu. My brother-in-law also ordered the French onion soup, which he loved. My sister had a salad, which she also enjoyed. For entrées, my sister ordered the salmon with mashed potatoes and found it delightful. My brother-in-law couldn't resist trying the Royale with Cheese, which is basically two mini burgers skewered together and served in a pool of melted cheese. He thought it was just okay. I ordered the Steak Frites. They offer three different cuts, and I chose the New York strip, priced around $79. It normally comes with fries, but I swapped them for mashed potatoes, which I think was the better call. The only thing missing was a vegetable, which would have rounded out the dish nicely. I ordered it medium-well, but next time I'd probably go with medium or let the chef cook it to their standard temp. Overall, it was good--not incredible--but solid. The star drink of the night was the French Kiss, made with Creyente mezcal, Luxardo Del Santo, lime, mango, and serrano pepper, priced at $16. It was delicious and definitely the table favorite. My sister started with a martini she wasn't impressed with, but once she tried the French Kiss, our waiter quickly made the switch. Since it was my brother-in-law's birthday, they surprised us with streamers and a tasty, chocolatey treat, which was a really nice touch. Overall, we had a great time. If you're looking for an elevated bar experience with good food, strong drinks, and great service, Bar La Rue is a solid choice. I'd definitely recommend it for a date night, and I'll be back to try their brunch. Solid 4.5 out of 5.

    Halina P.

    I'll start with the good - this place is stunning. The patio is beautiful and when the weather is nice they open the windows for a nice breeze. But even if there is seating on the patio, do not worry, the interior which is seamlessly connected with the patio is decorated just as beautifully, it just lacks a bit of oomph that that the natural light gives. The service was also really good. They were quick to get our order and made sure to check back in before happy hour ended to see if we wanted to sneak anything else in. Now for the not so good stuff - the food. Which is honestly so disappointing cause I had high hopes. We came for happy hour and I'll be honest the oysters and chicken wings were absolutely fantastic and worth the money and definitely deserve to be on the happy hour menu. The rest however was honestly disappointing. The lobster roll was all bread and no filling, the French dip although good was maybe two bites worth and super not worth 6$ for a single slider. The unlimited fries was a nice touch of you can eat that much before happy hour ends and they were nicely cooked and crispy but there was nothing special about them. They had no seasoning or even salt. If you're a wine drinker and going to happy hour - you'll be disappointed. They only had champagne, rose and sparkling wine. Not a single red or white on the happy hour menu. So I ordered a red wine and paid 14$ to get a sad 5 oz pour. I wanted to go back for a regular meal but this happy hour experience ruined that desire.

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    Martha W.

    Stopped in for a drink before our reservation at a restaurant across the street. Scored two seats at the bar and so took photos of the Valentine's Day menu. Look pretty tasty and there is a menu for wines or drinks that pair with the food. Maybe next year.

    Royale with Cheese
    Vita P.

    Cool vibe, great cocktails, food was good. Came here on a Saturday night and loved their raspberry beret cocktail the most. We split the fondue which was good and their royale burger was excellent. Overly cool place. Felt the menu was a little limited but enjoyed the visit.

    Britta M.

    What a vibe!! The outside immediately pulls you in with an archway of flowers, and once inside, you're surrounded by chandeliers and florals, just an absolutely beautiful interior. Our service was great, and our drinks were really pretty. We came on a Sunday around 2pm and they had a DJ playing songs I couldn't have chosen better myself! He really enhanced the experience. I'd definitely order my strawberry spritz again...we need to come back for brunch next time because the food menu looked great!

    Amber B.

    This place is IT! :) So much fun and the inside is stunning with all of the flowers, the set up, the lighting.. My friend and I went here for a girls dinner and she has been here before, but this was my first time and it was an amazing experience. The hostesses were amazing in ensuring we were able to snag a table in the room with a big chunk of the flowers and I thought that was SO sweet. Also, our waitress (I wish I could remember her name!) she was so, so sweet! She was very vibrant, happy, accommodating and really made us feel welcomed. She was also very patient with us! To start, we had the strawberry spritz drinks and I was able to substitute mine with tequila! It was very refreshing and also looked cute (I didn't get a photo unfortunately - oops)! But they said that was one of the only drinks you could substitute the spirit in, which was great. For food, we shared an order of the crispy chicken wings and those had an orange chili glaze on them, which gave it that semi spicy, yet tangy flavor. Amazing! They were ACTUALLY crispy as well, not soggy. Then for dinner, we both had the steak & frites and that came with an aioli sauce and the texture felt like a whipped texture, it was really good and creamy. I literally ate everything on my plate LOL. The steak was cooked perfectly where the inside was really easy to bite and the outside had a little crisp. For dessert, we both got the vanilla crème brûlée (yes, we each got our own), but it was definitely big enough to share! We just wanted our own. That was really good too. The perfect balance of sugar and flavor - so good. Overall, such a nice experience between the service, the music, the food - I would definitely come back as well as highly recommend. I already have my eye on some other items I want to try!

    Crispy Tater Tots
    Torya M.

    Gather your girls, your crew, or roll solo--whatever works for you--just make sure you run to this adorable French spot in Fulton Market. Too cute to pass up. The decor alone is a whole vibe... VERY PINK and totally inviting. It was a perfect summer day--warm but not too hot--and the outdoor seating made for a great spot to relax and people watch. I enjoyed this little treat with my longtime girlfriend while in town on business. She had always wanted to go, so boom... here we are! We shared the shrimp cocktail and crispy tater tots--simple, delicious, and hit the spot. I absolutely loved the tater tots with the spicy ketchup. Washed it all down with my usual Tito's and cranberry and soaked in the scene. It was such a vibe and definitely a treat. Remember, run--don't walk. Cheers!

    Sandeep C.

    This place just has a vibe that pulls you in! I mean, give me a few drinks on a summer day in an airy bar filled with flowers. It's just unique that way. On top of that they make delicious cocktails and have have some french comfort food that hits the spot. The Royale with cheese please. Sam Jackson says thank you. It's the type of cocktail bar that you can start in the afternoon and just sort of stay through the evening lol

    Onion Soup
    Laura M.

    Had a lovely brunch at Bar La Rue. Service was attentive and the interior has been redecorated and is winter-festive. I had the Onion soup and it was hearty and delicious. My friend had the kale salad plus shrimp. The salad was good and she got 2 large shrimp. I love a pretty cocktail in a coupe glass and was disappointed that the Lavande Violette came in a collins glass with a large unattractive lemon wedge. Atmosphere and sound level was great for conversation. Staff and host were polite and attentive. For the prices, I think there are places that offer better better value and better drink presentation for a $16 cocktail.

    Kiana F.

    Such a cute and aesthetically pleasing bar offering French-American cuisine, located in one of Chicago's trendiest and most fun neighborhoods. I'm obsessed with oysters these days, so of course, I had to order a dozen -- they had a mix from both the East and West Coasts (though I'm not sure exactly which states). I also had the little gem Caesar salad with grilled chicken -- the chicken was super tender and the salad was incredibly fresh and flavorful. I also enjoyed my Frosé! The space itself is adorable and totally Instagram-worthy, with photo ops everywhere you look. The staff was friendly, helpful, and very accommodating. Definitely a spot I'd return to!

    I attended a small wedding here yesterday and was thoroughly impressed. The apps were adorable and delicious, the drinks were creative and tasty, and the atmosphere was delightful. The staff was friendly and attentive, and Mira especially was a delight. She went above and beyond to make my friends feel special and cared for on their wedding day. She kept the event space clean and kept the drinks flowing. Thanks to all!

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    Anna T.

    Came for brunch and had the best time! We did have to wait about 15 minutes after our reservation time but we were able to sit at the bar before. Service was on the slower side but it's such a cute spot and it was busy! The Bloody Mary here is great! The bacon in it is sooo good! We got escargo which is amazing, full of flavor. I got the mushroom scramble which I loved. Can't wait to come back

    Menu
    Khadijah H.

    Bar La Rue is a sophisticated take on French cuisine and ambiance. Taking you to France you enter into a beautiful restaurant with flowers everywhere, wonderful lightening and cute decor. That service I received was acceptable - kind charming and knowledgable about the menu. The menu looks pretty and has many options to try however none of it screams France. France is known for their bread and pastry. The occasional escargot as well. The dishes offered were over the top pricey. I ordered a lobster roll for $35 that came with no fries. The portion of lobster was adequate and the quality was fresh. The downside was that it wasn't filling. I couldn't eaten two rolls. I paid an additional $8 for fries. The bread pudding was nice but that not bread pudding. It mimic that of a brownie. The apples threw off the dish entirely - had no place being in the dessert. I enjoyed my time at this fine establishment; however, I didn't eat or drink anything that prompted me to return by my own will.

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