Bar La Rue – French
Bar La Rue captures the spirited elegance of a modern Parisian bistro, where the clink of cocktail glasses mingles with the sight of grand shellfish towers and artfully plated tuna tartare. Guests indulge in a playful balance of high and low, dipping crispy "bougie" chicken nuggets into decadent sauces or sharing a communal fondue service amidst an atmosphere of chic, effortless sophistication. From the briny brightness of chilled oysters to the comforting warmth of classic French onion soup, every dish invites diners to linger in a space that feels both timeless and trend-forward.
820, West Fulton Market, Chicago, IL, 60607 http://www.barlarue.com/0Cuisine: French
Price range: $$
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Raw & Amuse
- Bougie Chicken Nugget - $12.99: 3g osetra caviar, ranch crème fraiche Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilled Oysters (Dozen) - $48.99: classic accoutrements Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail - $24.99: horseradish cocktail sauce, dijon mustard aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tartare - $25.99: avocado, tomato, shallot, yuzu, lavash crisp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shellfish Tower - $45.99: oysters, poached shrimp, poached lobster, crab & avocado salad, classic cocktail sauce, dijon mustard aioli, mignonette Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salads
- French Onion Soup - $16.99: caramelized onion, gruyère, sourdough crouton Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Little Gem Caesar - $16.99: garlic parmesan bread crumbs, 24 month parmigiano Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kale & Endive - $16.99: roquefort blue cheese, green grapes, smoked almonds, celery Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Snacks & Fondue
- Fondue Service - $28.99: gruyère cheese, aged cheddar, braised bacon, vegetable crudité, warm garlic sourdough Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Mussels - $27.99: shallot, garlic, bay leaf, white wine, cultured butter Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Chicken Wings - $19.99: orange chili glaze, buttermilk ranch Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Escargot - $17.99: herb-garlic butter, lemon, pernod, baguette Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frite Style Board - $45.99: 10 chicken nuggets, mountain of fries, all the sauces, served with 2 mini martinis Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Steak Frites (7oz Filet) - $54.99: garlic aioli, crispy frites Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Faroe Island Salmon - $29.99: caper brown butter, brioche croutons, parsley, lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Chicken Sandwich - $18.99: garlic aioli, house pickle slaw, honey, brioche Available at: dinner, lunch
- Royale With Cheese - $19.99: double smash burger, sharp american cheese, dijonaise, caramelized onion, dill pickle Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Roll - $34.99: buttery brioche, old bay aioli, fennel, celery, lemon Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Frenchy - $29.99: shaved prime rib, gruyère, au poivre, horseradish, frites Available at: dinner, lunch
Brunch
- Thick-Cut French Toast - $15.99: whipped crème fraîche, vermont maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Tartine - $16.99: crumbled feta, roasted delicata squash, toasted chili oil, everything seasoning Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: brunch, lunch
- Ham & Cheese Galette - $19.99: buckwheat crêpe, sunnyside up egg, parisian ham, comtè cheese, chives Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Black Truffle Scramble - $22.99: oyster mushroom, gruyère cheese fondue, sourdough toast Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Omelet - $19.99: gruyère cheese, caramelized onion, roasted red pepper, petite green salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sides
- Frites - $8.99: garlic aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Tater Tots - $12.99: smoked ketchup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Brûléed French Toast - $15.99: vanilla custard, cinnamon brown sugar gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Warm Apple Bread Pudding - $15.99: cider toffee caramel, vanilla gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Dark Chocolate Tart - $15.99: salted caramel, hazelnut crumble, whipped creme fraiche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Bonne Vivant Cocktail - $17.99: grey goose, aperol, eucalyptus, blood orange liqueur, lemon Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Espresso Martini - $16.99: vanilla vodka, kahlúa, espresso
- Stella Artois - $7.99: Beer
- Mango Mule-ish Mocktail - $8.99: mango, mint, lime, ginger beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Jus Fruité - $7.99: watermelon, strawberry, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
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