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Hemmingway's Bistro

Yelp Rating - 3.9 stars
349 reviews onYelp logo
(708) 524-0806
Location211 N Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL
CategoriesBreakfast & Brunch, Steakhouses, Seafood

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updated: September 21, 2024
Price$$
AmbienceRomantic, Classy
Year Established2002
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CUSTOMER REVIEWS
A D.
Yelp Rating - 5 stars06/28/2024
Fantastic, fresh food. This place is known for its seafood and has a good variety of well-prepared dishes like crab cakes, mussels, clams, fish, and shrimp.... read review
Dima A.
Yelp Rating - 5 stars09/22/2024
Stopped by after finding this place on yelp while walking in the area. Located in a historic looking hotel. The service is warm and welcoming. The food was... read review
Marie B.
Yelp Rating - 5 stars06/19/2024
Oh my gosh! Where to start? The lobster special was a standout, offering a whole lobster and sides for just $40--a fantastic deal! The charming decor... read review
HOURS
Mon11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Fri11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Tue11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Sat11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Wed11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Sun11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Thu11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Business Description

Nestled in the charming town of Oak Park, Illinois, Hemmingway's Bistro is a French bistro with an impeccable reputation for its exquisite cuisine and romantic ambiance. The restaurant's name pays tribute to the legendary author Ernest Hemingway, who spent his childhood in Oak Park, Illinois.

Hemmingway's Bistro offers a menu that blends traditional French dishes with the freshest midwest ingredients. With daily seafood specials flown in fresh from Boston, each dish is infused with the chef's love for fresh ingredients. The daily specials reflect the chef's expertise in seafood, with dishes like wild mushroom-crusted halibut on horseradish whipped potatoes and roasted sea bass on Caussoulet beans. Additionally, there is a Parisian seafood bar that offers towers of Plateau de Fruit de Mer with fresh oysters, clams, shrimp, and lobster.

The restaurant's elegant decor exudes a romantic and classy atmosphere, making it the perfect spot for a romantic date night or a champagne jazz brunch with loved ones. The ambiance is further enhanced by the attentive and friendly staff, who ensure that guests have a memorable dining experience.

Under the leadership of Chef Ala, an accomplished chef with over 20 years of professional cooking experience, Hemmingway's Bistro has established itself as a must-visit destination for food lovers. Chef Ala is a certified Executive Chef with the American Culinary Federation and has competed in numerous culinary salons around the world. He was also the opening Executive Chef at the historic Allerton Hotel in Chicago after their $80 Million renovation.

Hemmingway's Bistro has received rave reviews from customers, with many praising the restaurant's exceptional food, excellent service, and romantic ambiance. Whether you are looking for a romantic dinner or a casual meal with friends, Hemmingway's Bistro is sure to impress.

Gift Ideas for Hemmingway's Bistro

Hemmingway's Bistro, located in the quaint town of Oak Park, Illinois, is the perfect place to find a unique gift for that special someone. With a menu that blends traditional French dishes with midwest ingredients, Hemmingway's Bistro is a food lover's dream come true.

For those who love seafood, a gift certificate to Hemmingway's Bistro is the perfect present. With daily seafood specials flown in fresh from Boston, the restaurant's chef creates exquisite dishes like wild mushroom-crusted halibut on horseradish whipped potatoes and roasted sea bass on Caussoulet beans. The Parisian seafood bar also offers towers of Plateau de Fruit de Mer with fresh oysters, clams, shrimp, and lobster.

For those who prefer meat, Hemmingway's Bistro also offers delicious dishes like Beef Wellington and Duck L'Orange. These dishes are cooked to perfection and infused with the chef's love for fresh ingredients and traditional French cooking techniques.

In addition to the delectable menu, Hemmingway's Bistro also offers a fantastic wine and martini list. A gift certificate for a romantic dinner for two with a bottle of their favorite wine is sure to be a hit.

For the ultimate gift, Hemmingway's Bistro also offers cooking classes. Led by the restaurant's Executive Chef Ala, these classes teach participants how to cook classic French dishes with a midwest twist. This gift is perfect for those who love to cook and want to learn from a master chef.

Whether it's a gift certificate for a romantic dinner for two, a bottle of their favorite wine, or a cooking class with Chef Ala, Hemmingway's Bistro offers unique gifts that are sure to delight any food lover.

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