Share(773) 929-7660
2100 N Halsted St
Chicago,
IL
60614
41.92
-87.6489
Neighborhoods: North Side, DePaul
What People Are Saying About Red Rooster Wine Bar & Cafe
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Nestled behind the comparatively posh Cafe Bernard, this dark, tiny dining spot exudes unpretentious country charm. Copper pots hang alongside strings of garlic and Indian corn, while charcoal pastorals are drawn right on the wood-paneled walls. – – The Food – Red Rooster's specialty is simple French classics at "is-that-a-typo?" prices: You'll get steamed mussels for $6 and escargots for less than $7, and few entrees exceed $15. It's good, too: Those snails are plump, tender and drowning in rich garlic butter; hearty, cheesy baked onion soup satisfies,…
03/23/09
Great neighborhood spot with great food, low price.
by harader at Citysearch
This is a hide-away with extraordinary food well prepared in classic french style and an extensive list of affordable wines. We live in the neighborhood and love this restaurant. All I can say about the previous review is that homophobes should maybe stick to the suburbs where they belong. As for the sighting of the "usual household pest" have you ever heard of the term "projection"? Peace.
- Pros: Unique location
- Cons: May soon be discovered by out-of-towners
10/24/08
The worst place i've ever been at!
by windygirl at Citysearch
I went there with my husband for a romantic dinner in april 2007. I searched the web and found this place. It had good reviews, was supposed to be romantic and unexpensive. When we got there i got a little scared. The place was really tiny, it looked like an appartment and smell there was horrible. The only too stuff members were two guys. They seemed to be not straight, which is OK with me, but my boyfriend wasn't happy with the way they looked at him. Forgot to mention that we were the only two customers at the place. We were seated at the table and i saw the "usual household insect" running down the wall. By that time we already ordered the food and didn't feel like complaning, so we just changed the table and sat in the middle of the room. Food was horrible; potatoes smelled bad and vegetables were not fresh. I'm highly consearned with the person who wrote positive reviews for this place. There is nothing good in it. Don't waste your money and don't go there.
10/17/07
Great Date Spot
by mojavedesert at Citysearch
We went for our anniversary and this was hands down our favorite restaurant while in Chicago. The food is out of this world good and the prices are so reasonable. We had the steamed mussels for an appetizer. God bless Chicago and its love of bread because the broth that the mussels came with was even more delicious when we dipped our bread in it. Okay, we shamelessly sopped it up and had to ask our waitress to do an intervention and get it off the table! Our waitress Christy was delightful - she explained the menu, suggested a wine that would compliment our meals and checked on us but never hovered. I highly recommend the chicken crepes and the creme brulee piled with fresh berries. The restaurant is charmin - only 14 tables. But it does not feel crowded or cramped. It is warm and cozy. The evening was perfect -romantic, enchanting, great food, atmosphere, company... We will definately be back on our next visit.
- Pros: Great food, ambience, service, perfect date spot
- Cons: None
The Details on Red Rooster Wine Bar & Cafe
What to Drink:
Red Rooster has a charming, reasonably priced selection of about 50 wines, mostly French and most in the $20-$35 range. Several glasses priced at $5-$6.
Save Money:
Sunday through Wednesday, couples can enjoy a romantic three-course dinner complete with bottle of wine for $48 total (without wine, $20.04 per person).
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Discover, Visa, Diners Club, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Quiet, Outdoor Dining, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Cheap Eats, Prix Fixe Menu
General Info:
Open 7 Days
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Smoking Permitted:
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