France in Chicago

First do you live in Chicago? And then are you interested to learn more about French customs?

If yes, this section is for you !

First of all, France has a consulate in Chicago. For more informations, please visit the website: www.consulfrance-chicago.org.

The Alliance Francaise (www.af-chicago.org) will help you learn French or gather French culture.

If you would like to taste French food, you can go in these restaurants:

  • Brasserie Jo
    Chicago's only authentic French brasserie
    59 W. Hubbard Street
    Chicago, IL 60610
    (312) 595-0800
    www.brasseriejo.com
  • Bistrot Margot
    Fine French dining
    1437 N. Wells
    Chicago, IL 60610
    (312) 587-3660
    www.bistrotmargot.com
  • Cafe des Architectes
    A modern French Brasserie
    Sofitel Chicago Water Tower
    20 E. Chestnut St.
    Chicago, IL 60611
    (312) 324-4000
    www.cafedesarchitectes.com
  • La Sardine
    Chicago's favorite Parisian Cafe
    111 N. Carpenter
    Chicago, IL 60607
    (312) 421-2800
    www.lasardine.com
  • Le Bouchon
    French bistro
    1958 North Damen Avenue
    Chicago, Illinois 60647
    (773) 862-6600
    www.lebouchonofchicago.com

You may want to taste French cheese. Some cheeses are available at most supermarkets (Jewel Osco, ...) but you should try Fox & Obel (www.fox-obel.com) to buy imported cheeses such as Petit Livarot, Pont l'Eveque, Brie, Camembert, Fromager d'Affinois.

Fox & Obel Food Market
401 E. Illinois Street
Chicago, IL 60611


France is also known for its bakeries. Here is a list of shops where croissants, pain au chocolat (chocolat croissant) or other French pastries are available.