Bistro Campagne

(773) 271-6100

4518 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60625 41.963504 -87.6852

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Neighborhoods: Ravenswood, Far North Side

Hours:

Monday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Price:

$$

Last updated 10.14.11

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Notable Beer List, Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Date Spot, Outdoor Dining, Private Rooms

Cuisine:

French

Smoking Permitted:

No

What People Are Saying About Bistro Campagne

Featured Review

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In Short – Lincoln Square locals call this Prairie-style restaurant their resident bistro, a community staple for farm-fresh, rustic eats. A bright bar area and bustling dining room beckons an all-ages crowd of families and couples, while a romantic patio lush with flowers and greenery . A mosaic-tiled fountain enhances the loveliness. A traditional bistro menu covers all the classics, from steak frites to Croque Monsieur and Croque Madame to a juicy braised rabbit leg and loin paired with Brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes and mustard sauce. – –

Editor's Tips

What to Drink:
Check out the beer list, which includes a nice selection of Belgian brews like Chimay and Rochefort.
Outdoor Dining:
A lush garden right next to the restaurant provides the perfect urban escape in spring and summer, and also a lovely venue for wedding and baby showers.
Parking:
The metered spots on Lincoln are tough to score, so try for a space in the public lot across from the restaurant. Pay for parking at the computerized meter, and display the ticket on your dashboard.
What to Drink:
Check out the beer list; there's a great selection of Belgian brews, including Chimay and Rochefort.
Parking:
If you can't snag a metered space on Lincoln, try the city lot across the restaurant. Pay for parking at two machines on the lot, then post your ticket on the dashboard.
When to Go:
The restaurant serves brunch on Sundays from 11am to 2pm.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. thoroghly enjoyed the decor of Bistrot Compagne, and the layout of the menu seemed appealing.
  2. loved the ambiance, and atmosphe.
  3. Great cocktails while we waited for a patio table, enchanting ambiance both in & out, the patio sparkled with lights among the trees & bushes.
  4. Romantic atmosphere in a hot neighborhood!
dessert
100.0% positive
  1. The desert was perfect.
  2. Onion strudel is a must have, mussels, sauteed greens, & gratin were fantastic.
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. Everyone at the table agreed the food quality was outstanding (the best quiche, and best bacon I have ever had, bar none).
  2. Both of us had exquisite meals and the wine AND beer list were awesome.
  3. Overall the food was very good and the wine list rocked.
  4. Their food is delicious, wine selection superb, and service impeccable.
  5. Great cocktails while we waited for a patio table, enchanting ambiance both in & out, the patio sparkled with lights among the trees & bushes.
  6. Great wine & beer list, attentive server, gracious management.
food quality
93.75% positive
  1. The food was tremendous, basic bistro fare:goat cheese salad is the best.
  2. We have spent MUCH more out in Chicago and have not received such delicious food or excellent service.
  3. The leg of lamb came out warm on a plate of cold rice, and the rice was NOT supposed to be cold.
  4. The chicken was juicy and delicious.
  5. Everyone at the table agreed the food quality was outstanding (the best quiche, and best bacon I have ever had, bar none).
  6. Their food is delicious, wine selection superb, and service impeccable.
  7. We will be returning when the weather is warmer to enjoy another wonderful meal outside!
  8. Overall the food was very good and the wine list rocked.
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. thoroghly enjoyed the decor of Bistrot Compagne, and the layout of the menu seemed appealing.
  2. Their food is delicious, wine selection superb, and service impeccable.
service
100.0% positive
  1. We have spent MUCH more out in Chicago and have not received such delicious food or excellent service.
  2. Their food is delicious, wine selection superb, and service impeccable.
  3. They were absolutely full during our entire visit (New Years Eve) but we still received wonderful service and attention.
  4. Great wine & beer list, attentive server, gracious management.
  5. The restaurant manager was arrogant, probably because of the nice crowd and great reviews.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/04/09

world class dining experience

by karenmdorn at Citysearch

I have dined around the globe (including in France), & this was one of the best meals ever, from start to finish. Great cocktails while we waited for a patio table, enchanting ambiance both in & out, the patio sparkled with lights among the trees & bushes. Onion strudel is a must have, mussels, sauteed greens, & gratin were fantastic. Great wine & beer list, attentive server, gracious management. Would return (from out of town) in a heartbeat!

  • Pros: ambiance, service, food, drink selection
  • Cons: none
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/03/08

Delicious, Romantic, Charming

by hanktheman at Citysearch

My boyfriend and I celebrated the new year at this adorably quaint restaurant. It was our first visit and we could not have been more pleased. They were absolutely full during our entire visit (New Years Eve) but we still received wonderful service and attention. It is a small place which makes it feel warm and cozy. Both of us had exquisite meals and the wine AND beer list were awesome. Considering the quality of the food, and the service, we thought the prices were exceptional. We have spent MUCH more out in Chicago and have not received such delicious food or excellent service. We will be returning when the weather is warmer to enjoy another wonderful meal outside!!

  • Pros: value, service, ambience
4 Star Rating: Recommended

07/30/06

Unstuffy, Country French place you'll love...

by dendau at Citysearch

We loved this place. Our server was French- not that it mattered, but it did add to the authenticity of the experience. The chicken was juicy and delicious. Wine list was not extensive, but they have a decent selection. Romantic atmosphere in a hot neighborhood!

  • Pros: Great atmosphere & food is solid
  • Cons: Can feel a bit cramped with a party of 4 or more
1 Star Rating: Poor

04/17/06

Unimpressed

by mahernbrit at Citysearch

I thoroghly enjoyed the decor of Bistrot Compagne, and the layout of the menu seemed appealing. However, I felt the service was average to poor, and the food unimpressive. I ordered a ketel one and tonic, they were out of ketel one. We were the first table on a Saturday...mmmm. The leg of lamb came out warm on a plate of cold rice, and the rice was NOT supposed to be cold. The souffle took twenty minutes to come out and it was so unimpressive. Our tab for 4 was $151 with tip. I want to give them another chance, but there's no way I would pay this much for so little effort. This place should not be a 9+ rated restaurant. Go to Bistrot Zinc downtown instead.

  • Pros: Environment
  • Cons: Food, Price, Service
1 Star Rating: Poor

03/18/06

Heavy-handed cooking, all-American desserts

by senatorsmith at Citysearch

Unremarkable restaurant serving heavy-handed interpretations of classic French bistro fare in an uninspired ambience. Desserts, despite French names appear to resemble those found at American casual chains like Applebee's or TGI Friday's. Signature chocolate souffle presentation was closer to lava cake -- with an unmelted chocolate center! I would not go out of my way to visit this restaurant again.

  • Pros: Spacious, Quick turnaround
  • Cons: Heavy-handed cooking, Skimpy portions, Uninspired ambience

The Details on Bistro Campagne

Place Categories:

  • wonderful meals
  • great wine
  • very good food
  • delicious chicken
  • great cocktails
  • loved ambiance
  • exquisite brunch
  • warm sunday afternoon
  • warm leg
  • nice crowd
  • enjoy wonderful meal
  • fantastic gratin
  • wonderful french bistro
  • thoroghly enjoyed decor
  • attentive server
  • romantic atmosphere
  • cold rice
  • best goat cheese salad
  • most memorable dinners
  • wonderful attention
  • fantastic mussels
  • outstanding food quality
  • wonderful service
  • perfect desert
  • fantastic sauteed greens

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