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Cafe La Cave
French, Steak House
2777 Mannheim Rd, Des Plaines, IL, 60018
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Since 1968, Caf la cave has won over diners with its charm and attentiveness. In an era where brusque and aloof servers have become the norm, Caf la cave happily bucks that trend with attentive, charming service that aptly showcases the range of its kitchen.
Caf la Cave will remind diners of classic, white-tablecloth steakhouses that used to dot the city but today sadly are gone. Serving traditional dishes presented with quiet flair - where can you get Steak Diane served tableside? - and exceptional quality, this restaurant is ride to be "discovered" again by a trendy crowd. Some of that flair comes from the restaurant's unique setting: it is literally inside a cave, through the claustrophobic can opt for the more traditional seating in the La Mere room. Sounds corny? Quite the opposite: it's intimate and novel. Once inside the restaurant, you feel like you walked onto the set of "Ocean's 11" - it's modern and sexy, but with a cool, retro vibe.
Steak is obviously the main draw here and in an area filled with great steakhouses, this is arguably atop the heap. Chateaubriand and Steak Diane are among the tableside options, but the Porterhouse and Steak au Poivre have remained consistent favorites. One of Caf la Cave's strongest points is the attention it gives to all its offerings.
Many steakhouses fall apart when it comes to fish or pasta, but Caf la Cave's experienced kitchen, under the capable management of Executive Chef Jeff Myers, presents a superb sea bass and an exquisite Dover Sole, a dish actor and noted foodie John Travolta reviewed as "the best he has ever had."
Part of Caf la Cave's current obscurity lies solely in location: For years it has been rated an A-list restaurant. That reputation has never left it, but in today's buzz-consumed climate, classic quality steakhouses have found themselves being obscured from the public eye.
 Only 10,00 € for a 25,00 € Dining Certificate!
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Cafe Absinthe
Contemporary, French
1954 W North Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622
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Restaurant critics, neighborhood regulars, and first time visitors alwaysagree about Cafe Absinthe: The atmosphere is great, the food is superb,and the service is outstanding. The restaurant offers a casual atmospherethat is perfect for dining with friends, co-workers, and family members. Thecreative menu features a wide array of great selections, always made fromthe highest quality ingredients. Be sure to ask your server about dailyspecials and other notable menu selections. The staff at Cafe Absintheare friendly and professional, and will ensure that your dining experienceis a pleasant one. Please stop in soon!Pleasant dining and superb cuisine.
Only 10,00 € for a 25,00 € Dining Certificate!
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Fresh 1800
American, French
1800 East Golf Road, Schaumburg, IL, 60173
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Restaurant critics, neighborhood regulars, and first time visitors always agree about Fresh 1800: the atmosphere is great, the food is superb, and the service is outstanding. The restaurant offers a casual atmosphere that is perfect for dining with friends, co-workers, and family members. The creative menu features a wide array of great French inspired cuisine infused with seasonal herbs and vegetables from the on-site garden. Conveniently located in the Hyatt Regency Woodfield Schaumburg, Fresh 1800 is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and features daily breakfast and lunch buffets. Please stop in soon!
Only 10,00 € for a 25,00 € Dining Certificate!
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Dorado Restaurant
French
2301 W. Foster Ave,, Chicago, IL, 60625
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Restaurant critics, neighborhood regulars, and first time visitors alwaysagree about Dorado Restaurant: the atmosphere is great, the food is superb,and the service is outstanding. The restaurant offers a casual atmospherethat is perfect for dining with friends, co-workers, and family members. Thecreative menu features a wide array of great selections, always made fromthe highest quality ingredients. Be sure to ask your server about dailyspecials and other notable menu selections. The staff at Dorado Restaurantare friendly and professional and will ensure that your dining experienceis a pleasant one. Please stop in soon!
Only 15,00 € for a 25,00 € Dining Certificate!
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Bistrot Margot
French
1437-39 North Wells, Chicago, IL, 60610
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Step out of time and into this authentic French bistro in the heart of Chicago's Old Town. The inviting staff and elegant decor are surpassed only by the exquisite and delightful cuisine. The menu features an extensive array of superb selections, including such notable selections as Carre D'Agneau Roti et Persille (Rack of Lamb basted with Dijon Mustard and Garlic Bread Crumbs); Tilapia Aux Noix (Roasted Tilapia with Asparagus, beets, walnuts and Balsamic-Brown Butter Sauce); Duo De Canard (Sliced Duck Breast and Duck Leg Confit with Wild Rice, Pecans Diced Vegetables and Cranberry Sauce); and Steak Frites (Sirloin Butt Steak Laced with Garlic Butter and Pommes Frites). Bistrot Margot is also a perfect setting for special events and private occasions, including business meetings, rehearsal dinners, showers, and luncheons. Events planning coordinator Michele Kowalski will assist you in custom tailoring the perfect menu and party package for your special event. Bistrot Margot is the living dream of Owner Chef Joe Doppes. The restaurant is named after his daughter Margot, and is a family-owned and operated establishment.
Only 15,00 € for a 25,00 € Dining Certificate!
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Kiki's Bistro
Bistro, French
900 N. Franklin St., Chicago, IL, 60610
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Kiki's Bistro, located off the beaten path in the River North area, is a long time Chicago favorite for French cuisine. The restaurant offers a warm and rustic dining setting, complete with wood plank floors and rosy-hued drapes, tablecloths and banquettes. The menu offers an extensive array of selections, including such notable selections as Sauteed Breast of Duck with Leg Confit, Sauteed Red Cabbage, and Wild Rice served with Green Peppercorn Sauce; Bifteck Pommes Fritesthinly cut Top Butt Steak grilled with Hand-Cut Matchstick French Fries and Herbed Butter; and New York Strip Steak. Another part of Kiki's charm is that it is hidden away on a cul-de-sac a few blocks off the beaten path. But as the many regulars will attest, return visits with friends will follow. Free valet parking is also available. Owner Georges Cuisance and the staff at Kiki's look forward to seeing you soon.
Only 15,00 € for a 25,00 € Dining Certificate!
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Shallot's Bistro
French, Jewish/Kosher
4741 Main Street, Skokie, IL, 60076
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The Shallots Bistro's succulent steaks are a prime example of classic Bistro fare, as they are served with pommes frites, and a red wine reduction. All soups and salads are house made, and as Bistro menus go, this menu is complete with veal chops, duck, chicken as well as our own Bistro burger. Lunch is a full compliment of overstuffed sandwiches, salads, soups and signature desserts. Every dining experience ends on a warm note; the signature Black Hat', a molten chocolate cake baked just for you.
Don't think of Shallots Bistro only as Chicagoland's premier Kosher restaurant, but as a great restaurant that happens to be Kosher.
Only 4,00 € for a 10,00 € Dining Certificate!
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Le Titi de Paris
French
1015 W Dundee Rd , Arlington Heights, IL, 60004
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No legacy is richer than that of a great reputation. From the start, Le Titi De Paris was highly regarded, and it has increased and enhanced that reputation over the decades. For 30 years, gourmands, food critics, and simply those who love the cuisine at Le Titi have traveled to this gem of a restaurant.Le Titi De Paris, located in suburban Chicago, is renowned for its excellence in French cuisine and expert service. This excellence is a key element of the restaurant's enduring reputation.But legacies by definition are meant to be handed down. When the restaurant's founders, Chef Pierre and Judith Pollin, decided to retire, they had to look no farther than their own kitchen for an heir to their legacy. In July 2004, the torch passed from the hands of the Pollins to those of Pierre's long-time Executive Chef, Michael Maddox and Michael's wife, Susan.The start of each July will now signify a yearly celebration for both the Maddoxes and the Pollins.. Ironically, retirement signifies an independence from day to day work, and after 32 years in business this can certainly offer a new found freedom. Owning a restaurant for which you have worked as a chef for 12 years can also represent independence, one that only chefs who own their own space ever know. Pierre and Michael's work together earned them numerous accolades and awards, including the AAA Four Diamond Award, the DiRona Distinguished Restaurants of North America Award since 1992, Wine Spectator's "Best of" Award of Excellence, Nation's Restaurant News Fine Dining Hall of Fame, and 3-1/2 stars by both the Chicago Tribune's Phil Vettel and the Sun-Times Dining Critic, Pat Bruno. Today Susan and Michael are continuing the tradition of running the restaurant as a team, as Pierre and Judith did.. Susan's jubilant and cheerful personality is one that will not easily be forgotten after dining at Le Titi De Paris.
Only 10,00 € for a 25,00 € Dining Certificate!
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Oceanique
American, French
505 Main Street, Evanston, IL, 60202
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Just 30 minutes from downtown Chicago, yet a thousand miles away from pretentious, is Oceanique, an eclectic seafood restaurant in the French-American Modern style. Oceanique continues to garner acclaim as one of the Chicago area's finest restaurants. Since 1993, Oceanique has been ranked as the number one seafood restaurant in the Chicago metropolitan area by the prestigious Zagat Guide. And with its extensive wine list featuring nearly 700 carefully selected fine wines, Oceanique has won Wine Spectator Magazine's coveted Award of Excellence every year since 1994. From Chicago: Oceanique is easily accessible from downtown Chicago. Take Lake Shore Drive north to Sheridan Road. Continue north on Sheridan Road into Evanston. At the first traffic light (passed the S' curve and the cemetery), turn right to stay on Sheridan Road. The very next traffic light is at Main Street. Do not turn. Go straight on Main Street for three blocks to 505 Main St. (blue and gold awning on right hand side of street). From the Northwest Suburbs: Take Rte. 94 to Dempster St. Exit eastbound and go straight for about 10 minutes. When you reach Chicago Avenue in Evanston, turn right (southbound) and go to the second stop light. This is Main Street. Turn left (eastbound). Oceanique is one half block on the north (left) side of the street.
Oceanique is a non-smoking restaurant.
500 Bottle Wine List and 25 Beer Selection available.
Only 10,00 € for a 25,00 € Dining Certificate!
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Nozumi
French, Japanese
100 W. Higgins, South Barrington, IL, 60010
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Restaurant critics, neighborhood regulars, and first time visitors alwaysagree about Nozumi: the atmosphere is great, the food is superb,and the service is outstanding. The restaurant offers a casual atmospherethat is perfect for dining with friends, co-workers, and family members. Thecreative menu features a wide array of great selections, always made fromthe highest quality ingredients. Be sure to ask your server about dailyspecials and other notable menu selections. The staff at Nozumiare friendly and professional and will ensure that your dining experienceis a pleasant one. Please stop in soon!
Bar Hours<br>Sun-Thurs open until 11pm<br>Fri-Sat open until 12am
Only 10,00 € for a 25,00 € Dining Certificate!
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L'Eiffel Bistrot & Creperie
French
100 W. Higgins, South Barrington, IL, 60010
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Welcome to L'Eiffel Bistrot & Creperie! We specialize in delicious and reasonablypriced cuisine, including our house specialties and other customerfavorites. Our cuisine entrees are served in a relaxed and welcoming settingthat you and your friends and family are sure to enjoy. Whether you are inthe mood to indulge in something new or just want to enjoy some oldfavorites, we promise that our inventive menu and attentive service willleave you truly satisfied. No matter what your occasion calls for or yourappetite demands, the friendly staff at L'Eiffel Bistrot & Creperie promise to makeyour next dining experience a pleasant one.
Only 15,00 € for a 25,00 € Dining Certificate!
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Chez Pierre's Creperie
French
246 Pomerory Street, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014
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Welcome to Chez Pierre's Creperie! We specialize in delicious and reasonablypriced cuisine, including our house specialties and other customerfavorites. Our cuisine entrees are served in a relaxed and welcoming settingthat you and your friends and family are sure to enjoy. Whether you are inthe mood to indulge in something new or just want to enjoy some oldfavorites, we promise that our inventive menu and attentive service willleave you truly satisfied. No matter what your occasion calls for or yourappetite demands, the friendly staff at Chez Pierre's Creperie promise to makeyour next dining experience a pleasant one.
Only 10,00 € for a 25,00 € Dining Certificate!
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Le Vichyssois
French
220 West Route 120, Lakemoor, IL, 60051
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When you're in the mood for good times and great cuisine, be sure to checkout Le Vichyssois. The restaurant is located in one of the area's mostpleasant settings and is known for its delightful staff and superb cuisine.The menu at Le Vichyssois features a wide array of great selections, madefrom only the freshest and highest quality ingredients, with something sureto please every member of your group. Le Vichyssois has establisheditself as one of the area's favorite culinary destinations and is sure tooffer you a pleasant and unique dining experience every time you visit.Please stop in soon!
Only 10,00 € for a 25,00 € Dining Certificate!
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Ursuline's Kitchen
Cajun, French
20 West 79th Ave., Merrillville, IN, 46410
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Welcome to Ursuline's Kitchen! We specialize in delicious and reasonablypriced cuisine, including our house specialties and other customerfavorites. Our cuisine entrees are served in a relaxed and welcoming settingthat you and your friends and family are sure to enjoy. Whether you are inthe mood to indulge in something new or just want to enjoy some oldfavorites, we promise that our innovative menu and attentive service willleave you truly satisfied. No matter what your occasion calls for or yourappetite demands, the friendly staff at Ursuline's Kitchen promise to makeyour next dining experience a pleasant one.
Only 12,50 € for a 25,00 € Dining Certificate!
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La Petite Creperie & Bistrot
French
115 N. Johnson St., Woodstock, IL, 60098
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When you're in the mood for good times and great cuisine, be sure to checkout La Petite Creperie & Bistrot. The restaurant is located in one of the area's mostpleasant settings and is known for its delightful staff and superb cuisine.The menu at La Petite Creperie & Bistrot features a wide array of great selections, madefrom only the freshest and highest quality ingredients, with something sureto please every member of your group. La Petite Creperie & Bistrot has establisheditself as one of the area's favorite culinary destinations and is sure tooffer you a pleasant and unique dining experience every time you visit.Please stop in soon!
Only 12,50 € for a 25,00 € Dining Certificate!
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