First time at Pomeroy. Came in with my wife for her birthday. I made a reservation by phone for the new patio in advanced. When we arrived we were informed our table wasn't ready and could wait at the bar. We were offered to sit inside as an alternative right away, which we decline as our reservation was for outside and it was gorgeous out. Fast forward 50 minutes (and multiple self-prompted check-ins with the host) we were seated. The general manager approached and stated he heard we were frustrated by the wait. He explained that they don't accept reservations for any one area of the restaurant and seating takes place in a first come fashion. He ended by stating he apologized for the miscommunication and would "ensure we were happy" and that "the wait was worth our time". He didn't circle back to us during our meal and didn't comp. any part of our meal (other than a dessert for my wife's birthday which they do for every birthday). He 100% made the impression he would AT LEAST comp. us for the drinks consumed while waiting for our table, if not much more. The upside was the food, atmosphere and our waiter were terrific. Unfortunately, the host and general manager over shadowed the entire evening and spoiled my wife's birthday. My wife brought up the general manager's empty words / promises at the end of the night too and stated she felt they took advantage of us because of our age and friendly/sympathetic demeanor. I don't know if we'll go back. Likely not given its hours after we ate there and I'm still livid about the experience and treatment. read more

Love the half roast chicken with whipped potatoes ! Wonderful ambiance and great managers! read more

Just okay, not great and not terrible. We were a party of 5 and seated outside in the courtyard which was very pretty. I wasn't a fan of the check in process, the man who checked us in never smiled, never welcomed us and barely engaged us. Other than our server, the rest of the employees were not really that friendly. I would also recommend for the manager to visit tables and ask how things are going, it just shows well and makes a restaurant stand out. We are in the suburbs, no need for the snooty vibe, this isn't a Michelin spot Alain Ducasse in Paris. The food was average, it's not the best French food I've ever had but not the worst either. I'll probably go back and order oysters and a cocktail at the bar but not sure I would have a full meal again. read more

Enjoyed my first visit here and the bar area is super cute. I got a dirty martini which was okay - really enjoyed the ambiance and the tomato tart as an appetizer along with my drink. An old school vibe place that brings a lot of new school energy. read more

Attractive front porch patio on a gorgeous summer evening. Then you enter to a lovely bistro with an oval bar up front and spacious room with tables and booths. We were seated at a semi-circle booth facing the front of the restaurant with a great people-watching view. We also noticed a very large outdoor patio in the back. Next time I will check that out. My friend and I shared everything. Our server, Johnny, was informative, humorous, and very efficient. She ordered a French martini and I had a standard martini with blue cheese olives. No surprise there. We started with escargot. Very traditional and served with bubbling garlic butter and three large crusty pieces of bread. We also ordered the loaf of French bread & butter ($5). Definitely worth it. I ordered the mussels which came with french fries, she ordered the steak frites medium rare. Everything was flavorful, delicious, gorgeous presentation and generous sizes. We splurged on desserts...sabayon-flavored gelato and an apple brûlée-type creation atop pastry. Interesting and pretty. Overall excellent food and dining experience. Definitely want to get back there sooner rather than later. read more

The service is excellent. The food quality is substandard . I could not even finish my entree.

Delicious meal! Upscale dining. Wonderful food, great atmosphere. Expensive but worth it.

Pomeroy has been one of my favorite restaurants since opening. We had a bday brunch in their Jester Room today and everything was 100 per cent perfect. Food was great, but what Pomeroy gets right more than any other restaurants is their staff. We were lucky to have Marcos and Leti as our servers today. They have been there for many of our other visits and they go above and beyond. Marcos is hilarious and Leti is so sweet and our entire party of over 20 women loved them!! Thanks for making today so special! read more

So, Pomeroy quickly became my favorite French restaurant in IL. It's in the heart of downtown Winnetka and very accessible. We started with the baguette & butter. Omg, that butter! Lobster Risotto was the best I've ever had, hands down. My hubby had the Steak à la Bordelaise and it was just perfection. For dessert, we had the Porfiteroles Glacées & Warm Pear Tarte Tatin, out of this world! I'm just so in love with this place. We had a great dining experience & I highly, highly recommend. read more

I have known more than one fellow citizen who, after a recent visit to France, complained about the food, because it was so different from that to which they are accustomed. Would they also find beer in Germany undrinkable? The offerings of boutiques in Italy unwearable? Neither travels any better or worse than French cuisine, yet neither seems to be as curiously familiar yet alien to us Americanos, despite our addiction to things like sliced deep-fried potatoes, or mayonnaise ("Really? You put mayo on your fries? Eeew!"). Julia Child went above and beyond in an attempt to correct this, but I'm sure she would agree that a successful expatriate French restaurant must not only accurately interpret the cuisine but also make you feel like you're actually in France. This for me is what has distinguished the memorable ones in Chicago from the forgettable, most of which, regardless, have largely come and gone. I hope the arrival of two new North Shore eateries--Aboyer and Pomeroy, both in Winnetka--will atone for the early pandemic demise of the intimate, highly promising Chez Benoît, and also augment the various other "comps" along Green Bay Road. Unable to get a table at Aboyer, we booked Pomeroy instead. Its website refers to Pomeroy ("The King's Apple"), as a café, bistro, brasserie AND bar--technically impossible, and a giveaway that the people behind it are not French but Americans who assume their patrons mostly either don't know or don't care. Pomeroy is unmistakably a brasserie--which has nothing to do with brass, but there is plenty of it in this room, studiously yet unpretentiously elegant with a tasteful New Money mix of modern and retro décor, not remarkably large, easy to navigate and good for people-watching. Its location on a relatively quiet side street makes the portico seating across the invitingly French-looking entrance an equally attractive choice. Another authenticator: 1940s Jazz in the air, loud enough if you like it but not too loud if you don't. The beverage menu is balanced and appropriate, the wine selections being the most impressive. Beers and ciders are somewhat less thoughtfully chosen: I suspect even the French don't drink French beer, so placing a Belgian Strong Ale as well as good 'ol Stella Artois amongst a couple of dime-a-dozen Midwestern craft brews is the right call, but favouring domestic ciders over French ones is a serious misstep. I opted instead for an Old Fashioned, one of the featured cocktails, made, according to the menu, with Bonded Bourbon (no brand is specified and my server didn't ask if I had a preference--more missteps) plus a handful of trendy "hand-crafted" sounding ingredients. I was served a watery, disharmonious mess, apparently to remind me that neat whisky is how God takes it. First plates are appealing but hit-or-miss. The Warm Tomato Tarte was, quite simply, spectacular: a gossamer Filo crust topped with tart heirloom tomato slices, citrousy fresh white cheese and minty herbes de provence, a masterpiece of rustic, unfussy Mediterranean bakery. I bounced back and forth between Steak Tartare and Escargots à la Bourguignonne, before finally choosing the snails. Good but not good enough--properly baked and presented, but nowhere nearly as garlicky as I hoped and expected (yes, I know, some people are even more afraid of garlic than they are garlic with snails. Pray for them). I first ordered and was blown away by this classic at the now-defunct Brasserie Jo/Chicago, and have been disappointed by every rendering since. My Trout Almondine, narrowly overcooked but perfectly seasoned was accompanied by the greenest of green beans. The Macaroni And Cheese, like the tarte, is a marvel, reminiscent of my grandmother's. Which is to say, perfect, what Jefferson was aiming for when he served it at the White House. But if my trout narrowly missed the overcooked arrow, the salmon, with cabbage and coriander vinaigrette--took it in the chest: dry, drab and imbalanced rather than enhanced by a bacon lardon. Desserts are classic if unimaginative and, in the case of the Profiteroles, dissatisfying. Filled with (very good) vanilla ice cream instead of custard crème, the pastry itself was under-sweetened to where even a glaze of chocolate ganache failed to redeem it. Service was efficient, attentive and knowledgeable, yet somehow...not very French. In this regard I can't fairly compare Pomeroy to the aforementioned Chez Benoît or Evanston's late, great Bistro Bordeaux and delightfully intimate Crêperie Saint Germain--all French owned--but I do think it somehow both authenticates and enhances the experience. Pomeroy has the potential to become a star destination if, like any new restaurant, it succeeds in eliminating its inconsistencies and shortfalls. read more

Good ambiance but the service was not at all good. I was not treated well at all. I spent $150 for dinner for one but was treated like someone who wasn't worthwhile. The wine selection is good. read more

They seated our large group in the lower floor private room- really nice setup! The food and service were excellent. The only thing we weren't crazy about were the profiteroles - I'll have to pass on them the next time we're back. read more

Great atmosphere. Cool decor. Feels like you're in Paris. Food is phenomenal. Couldn't say anything more except that you must go.

Food service and ambiance is phenomenal! Must try the brunch. The courtyard is prime location in the summer. During the winter the main dinning is cost and elegant. read more

Went last night with a party of 8. Sat outside on the covered patio which was lovely. Food was good service was great Nice to have a downtown restaurant in the sububurbs. Highly recommended. We will return. read more

Pomeroy is by far one of my favorite restaurants on the North Shore. First, the atmosphere is fantastic. The food is incredible as well. They have the best burger in the area. The drinks are also by far the best on the North Shore. The service also never disappoints. read more

Food is incredible!!! Love the atmosphere. So happy to have a hot spot in the burbs. Shari was our server and she went above and beyond to make our dinner extra special. I will definitely go back and ask for Shari! read more

Having moved to the Northshore after 40 years in the City, I was thrilled when Ballyhoo opened Pomeroy. Its immediate and continued success is deserved & helps to fill the void of French dining in this part of the world. I have never had a bad experience or dish and while no expert, I can be picky. Go. Sit. Eat. Drink. Enjoy. read more

Fabulous Patio + Excellent Food + Great Service = Wonderful Brunch We had brunch here for the first time and will be back for dinner soon. We sat in the courtyard/patio which was wonderful as the day was beautiful. We had brunch drinks (mimosas and bloody marys) to start and my husband had chicken liver pate while I opted for a chocolate croissant. We both had quiche for our main courses. The food was done to perfection and while the restaurant was bustling, the vibe was relaxed. Loved not feeling rushed! read more

I left a review 6 mos. ago and have since been back twice. Both times I ordered the Poulet Cajun and they definitely improved! It was not overcooked either time. I love that dish. Also really love the simple Salade Vert. Only negative that continues from my last review are the oysters. Very very poorly shucked. Mouth full of shell bits every time... read more

Went to Pomeroy for my birthday this past March. It was a Tuesday night and the place was packed. Something good is happening if a restaurant is packed during the week. All food and service were outstanding and since I got a gift card for Pomeroy as a birthday present we will be returning very soon indeed. read more

We sat on the back patio for a Birthday Celebration. The ambiance was Amazing. The service was perfect. The food was delicious! We will be back soon! read more

Beyond awesome food and service. Can't wait to go back. A little pricey but very few places of this quality on the North Shore

Last night's opening of Pomeroy was delightful and just a taste of what's to come. The ambiance is Modern French upscale bistro. Inviting and warm without going overboard. Nice front patio, too, with a nice seating area for al fresco dining. The seafood and other lite bites (smaller versions of items on the regular menu) were tasty. Some of the stars: The shrimp cocktail and the crab legs, the tomato tart and the lamb chops. Drinks--my wife enjoyed the French 75 cocktail (with an infusion of thyme) and I enjoyed the non-alcoholic cucumber ginger limonade. Both winners. The staff was kind and attentive--that makes a difference, too. Predicting a big hit in Winnetka. read more

Fantastic French Bistro! Jimmy our server took such detailed care of us...in addition he had wonderful suggestions...We truly enjoyed ourselves. read more

Lamb Chops are so good they were juicy Seafood Tower this is so good and doesn't taste fish at all read more

Loved Pomeroy! Great looking restaurant and delicious food. For a French restaurant, it's the perfect balance of comfortable but also elegant! Will definitely be back as it's now one of our favorites! read more

We've lived on Spruce for eons so we were excited to have a new walkable restaurant and Pomeroy did not disappoint. My husband and I took my parents to dinner to celebrate and we had a blast. The ambience and staff were very on point. We started with cocktails (the Pure Gold and Old Fashioned) which were fantastic. We then moved on to the fresh baguette while we perused the menu which came out warm and delicious. We ordered the Gnocchi Foie Gras to share which was also amazing. We rounded out our order with some fantastic red wine (Tony was great), the filet, the mussels, steak frites, the roasted chicken and a side of Mac and cheese, haricots verts and asparagus. All of it was great. We wrapped up with a champagne toast, the king's apple and some Armagnac. We can't wait to come back. read more

Great food, especially for breakfast, but a little stuffy and snotty -- which I guess is appropriate for a French restaurant

Great addition to the neighborhood. We sat in the oyster bar in the back and were able to walk in on an otherwise jam packed Saturday night. A cool nook in the back where we were able to chat up with the guy shucking oysters and the bartender. Food was great, the steak and the burger both scratched the itch and the French Onion Soup is perfect for those cold Chicago days. Definitely in our rotation of recommended local spots. read more

First time at Pomeroy, absolutely willbe more. May have been the freshest oysters I ever had , great back oyster bar.. Drinks- Had the Bad Apple, very impressive Dinner- Had the Lobster special , fantastic. Friend had the chicken, simply juicy perfection. Dessert - The Chocolate Pot de Creme.. im ruined for dessert for life from this-Decadent Staff- Shari was her name -Knows her business well, with a fantastic fun personality that I hope I get to enjoy again read more

An outstanding French brasserie with a menu of classic dishes that are well prepared and nicely served. We sat in the lovely back patio with a blazing fire and heat lamps. Service by Karen was friendly and helpful. We started with French onion soup with savory broth and plentiful onions and delicious cheese and croutons. I then had a duck confit with couscous and my girlfriend had roast chicken with sensational pomme purée. Almost Joel Robuchon quality. We were given a complimentary red velvet cake that was light and very tasty. We had a great night at one of our new favorite restaurants. read more

Hosted my wife's birthday party at Pomeroy last week. What a great place! 16 friends joined us in an amazing private room. A shout out to event planner Jackie for helping with all the details and to John for being a great server. Food was amazing--not a surprise given that Pomeroy is the sister restaurant to Wilmette's extremely successful Sophia Steaks--a huge thank you to Glenn Keefer and Bollywood Hospitality for believing in both Wilmette and Winnetka! Glenn had one of my favorite restaurants in downtown Chicago several years back, Keefer's, so when I first heard that Glenn was coming into Wilmette it was such great news for our community. Both properties are over the top when it comes to great food, service and overall ambiance read more

We ate there several weeks ago. We were extremely disappointed, but I hesitated to write a negative review. It is literally the first poor review I've written. The food, while well prepared was not memorable. What was memorable was the haughty and arrogant attitude of the server. It was as if we didn't deserve to be there. And we were seated in the poorly lit back room - decorated much like an afterthought. There are many other restaurants in the area that have excellent food, wonderful service, and a charming atmosphere. Consider those instead. read more

Great service! Delicious food! Nice ambience! I've enjoyed sitting both inside and outside as well as at the bar. Always run into friends there too. read more

A city style bistro in the burbs! Really enjoyed my birthday dinner here. Started with complimentary bubbly followed by a nice house Rose. The Salad Verte was a sufficient portion for two and very good. The warm Tomato Tarte was wonderful with a lovely flakey crust, also good to split. The Steak à la Bordelaise was succulent, cooked to order, and the smallish fries were perfect. I enjoyed the Risotto Aux Champignons but would have preferred it a bit looser in consistency. Our server was top-notch and we enjoyed the round booth. They are doing something right as it was very crowded at 8PM on a Monday night. All in all, a fine experience. read more

GREAT service and friendly atmosphere. However the food wasn't good at all. Had the slides and burger. Meat on both wasn't good

Fantastic food in a really great ambiance. The french onion soup is one of the best i've had including in France! The steak frites is fantastic. I think this is better than most, if not all of the French restaurants in downtown Chicago. Everyone in the area should go to this place and if you go you should go again. Hopefully they will be here for a long, long time! read more

We went there for a very special birthday. The food was amazing as always and the service was the best Ever. Our waiter Johnny T was so great. The mussels are a must. Croque Monsieur did not disappoint. Fresh baked bread and amazing dessert. If you haven't gone make a reservation and enjoy a trip to France read more

Fantastic dining experience. Personalized service with personality. Chef is is master class. Menu is complete. I will be back, again and again. read more