Chez Joël

Little Italy & UIC Chicago, ILFrench restaurant 4.7 (613 reviews)$40–100

Family-owned Southern French bistro with outdoor seating, serving upscale cuisine and an excellent wine list. Known for great cocktails, coffee, and desserts.

Outdoor seating

Chez Joël has outdoor seating.

Food & drinks

  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Hard liquor
  • Wine
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert

Highlights

  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Good to know

  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Bar onsite
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

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Details from Google Maps listing data, last checked October 5, 2026