Cru Cafe & Wine Bar
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 337-4001
- Cross Street:
- Wabash Avenue
- Directions:
- El: Red Line to Chicago; Bus: 22 to Delaware
- Hours:
- Daily 11:30am-2am
Editorial Review for Cru Cafe & Wine Bar – by Fred Schlatter
In Short
Bumped from the corner spot when it closed to remodel, the new space occupies two adjacent storefronts nearly doubling the capacity. A wood-clad foyer serves to direct patrons left to the handsome zebra wood bar, or right to a lounge equipped with a cozy fire place and plush couches. Further back another room accommodates sit-down diners. Everyone drinks wine, most tables also ordering from the smart small plates menu.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThe wine bar shares the space, and ownership, with the Goddess and Grocer on the corner. Lunchtime sees busy professionals in the space between the two addresses with food from Goddess.
User Reviews for Cru Cafe & Wine Bar
11/11/2007 Posted by alwayseating
I visited Cru on a Thursday evening and I was very impressed. I sat in the bar area and the bartender was the only one taking care of the comfortable crowd, but she provided great service. I was very impressed by the wine list. I saw some terrific Washington State wines on the menu, and was even surprised to see a Virginia winery make the grade. The list was accessible to novice and oenophile alike. I had a Grenache flight that included an Australian, French, and American samples. All were very good. I also had a great dinner. I started with the bruschetta that was of two varieties one tomato the other olive; both had great flavors, good portion sizes and well presented. For dinner I had the crispy thai chicken, which was a boneless chicken breast. The skin was still on and definitely peppery and crispy. This was one a bed of jasmine rice that was done up in some way because it was a little sweet and a little creamy; a great balance to the juicy crispy chicken. Also included were crisp green beans and carrots. It was a great “Thai” take on a typical chicken entrée. I finished with an Australian late harvest Semillon that was quite good. The atmosphere is very nice, it would be a great date spot, or just a stop for a great glass of wine.
Pros: exceptional wine list, good food, good atmosphere
Cons: could get pricey, but well worth it
05/04/2007 Posted by terrips
We love Cru. Better Menu and Cool VIP room. Great list not the ordinary stuff. Come to educate your wine pallette.
Pros: A-Plus
Cons: Wish they had Domaine Carneros Rose or Le Reve on the menu!
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