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Chez Joël       Loop :: Little Italy  
Chez Joël

1119 West Taylor Street
Chicago, IL 60607

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At Chez Joël, diners can enjoy a taste of France in a quaint, friendly bistro. In the midst of Little Italy, Chez Joël creates the tastes and aromas of France. Featuring traditional favorites, Chef Joël Kazouini offers his straightforward, expertly prepared southern French cuisine. Chez Joël's atmosphere is reminiscent of a true French bistro—its walls are adorned with French posters and its tables are covered in butcher paper. The cozy environment makes Chez Joël the perfect spot for any romantic meal, and when weather permits, garden tables offer an open-air experience where you'll find one of the most divine alfresco dining settings in the city. Friendly servers gladly assist diners with the reasonably priced wine list and menu selections. Chez Joël has consistently been lauded by critics for its inviting atmosphere and high-quality French fare.

Excellent -Zagat Survey 2004-2007
One of Chicago's Best New Restaurants -Chicago magazine

hors d'oeuvre::
Saumon Fumé et Marine  7.95
Scottish smoked and marinated salmon served with crème fraîche
Pâté de Deux Sortes  7.95
Duck and chicken liver pâté with traditional garnish and toast points
Escargots Farcis au Beurre à la Bourguignonne  6.95
French snails with garlic butter, Pernod, and herbed crumbs

coquillages::
Coquilles Saint Jacques aux Poireaux et Sauce Beurre Blanc
8.95
Pan-seared sea scallops with leeks, dill, and lemon beurre blanc











with tobiko


les salades::
Salade Gourmande  6.95
Arugula, Belgian endive, and chicory frisée in a honey-mustard dressing with pecans, dried mission figs, and a balsamic reduction
Salade de Tomate et au Roquefort  6.95
Sliced, vine-ripened tomatoes with red onion, Roquefort, and balsamic vinaigrette

les viandes::
Filet Mignon de Boeuf avec Sauce Bordelaise  23.95
Beef tenderloin grilled in a thyme-Bordeaux wine sauce, mushroom fricassee, and legumes du jour
Steak Frites et Beurre Maître d'Hôtel  19.95
10oz grilled sirloin steak served with garlic butter and pommes frites
Gigot d'Agneau au Jus et Romarin  18.95
Braised lamb shank with wild mushroom fricassee, mashed potatoes, and natural jus

les volailles—les poissons::
Coq au Vin à la Mode Rustique  14.95
Half-chicken roasted with lardons, pearl onions, and mushrooms; served au jus with pommes frites or mashed potatoes
Magret et Confit de Canard avec Sauce à l'Orange  19.95
Pan-seared duck breast and duck leg confit served with wild mushroom fricassee, potato galette, and orange sauce
Bouillabaisse Marseillaise  20.95
Assortment of shellfish with daily fish combinations over julienne of vegetables and bouillabaisse bouillon

les desserts::
Night and Day  
Chocolate cake with vanilla crème fraîche
Blueberry Tarte  
Blueberries baked with clafoutis in an almond crust
Crème Brûlée  
Traditional French custard with caramelized sugar
Profiteroles  
Cream puffs filled with vanilla ice cream and warm chocolate