Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Melt n Dip, Chicago French Market and Bitter Pops, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Chicago's Upscale French Destinations
Chicago’s premier dining scene shines in this curated selection of upscale establishments that pair timeless French elegance with a variety of global inspirations. From the refined French techniques at Obélix and Bistronomic to the vibrant Mexican flavors of Tzuco and the Mediterranean charm of HIDE+SEEK, these destinations offer a sophisticated taste of the city. Whether you are enjoying an American brunch at 3 Arts Club Café or artisanal treats from Bittersweet Pastry Shop, this collection promises an unforgettable culinary journey through Chicago's most polished neighborhoods.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale French Restaurants in Chicago | Upscale French Food
- Melt n Dip · rated 5/5: French.
- Chicago French Market · rated 5/5: French.
- Bitter Pops · rated 5/5: American.
- Bittersweet Pastry Shop · rated 5/5: French.
- Love & Light Cafe · rated 5/5: American.
- Alliance Bakery · rated 4/5: French.
- Stussy's Diner · rated 4/5: American.
- French Press Coffee · rated 4/5: American.
- Theory · rated 4/5: American.
- Del Sur Bakery · rated 4/5: Spanish.
- Cheese & Board · rated 4/5: American.
- Delightful Pastries · rated 4/5: French.
- La Fournette · rated 4/5: French.
- Southern France Patisserie · rated 4/5: French.
- Di'vino · rated 4/5: Italian.
- La Pâtisserie P · rated 4/5: French.
- Bisous · rated 3/5: French.
- La Pharmacie · rated 3/5: French.
- Tiffany's Restaurant & Cafe · rated 3/5: American.
- Ideal Pastry · rated 3/5: French.
- La France Bakery · rated 3/5: French.
- Maison Cuisine · rated 3/5: French.
- La Petite Pastry · rated 2/5: French.
- Two Mile Coffee Bar. Co: American.
- Jubilee Juice & Grill: American.
- Grand Lux Cafe: American.
- Plein Air Cafe: French.
- Artopolis: Greek.
- Swadesi Cafe: Indian.
- La Crêperie: French.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
