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Bandol, Chicago, IL

Bandol

4.1
4.1
264 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary French / American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for business meals
Bandol blends French and Mediterranean classics with modern seafood, a raw bar, and American influences, inspired by the coastal town of Bandol. Its light-filled, art-deco space is ideal for everything from a morning espresso and pastry to a business lunch, memorable dinner, or late-night digestif. Parisian-style outdoor seating offers a relaxing escape in the heart of the city. Bandol serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, and weekend brunch.

The upscale to-go coffee bar and bakery counter offers Lavazza coffee, grab-and-go breakfast items, and house-made pastries, perfect for a quick pick-me-up.

Parking validation is available for guests parked at 172 W Madison Self-Park Garage. After 4 p.m. on weekends and weeknights, enjoy free parking with a $25 meal purchase. Bring your parking slip for validation. Not valid for valet parking.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Mediterranean, French
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 6:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 6:30 am–10:30 pm Sat 7:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 7:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 877-5713
  • Website
    https://www.bandolrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • 3 Course Theater Prix-Fixe Menu

    $48.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Before you head on over to the theater, stop by Bandol for a 3-course meal. Start with a Mixed Green Salad, and choose your entree from 3 options: Roasted Amish Chicken, Roasted Salmon, Veggie Lasagna, and, for dessert, Gelato.
    3 Course Theater Prix-Fixe Menu Photo

  • $30 Bottomless Mimosas Sat & Sun

    $30.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Feelin' bubbly! Get bottomless mimosas for $30 at Bandol on Saturdays and Sundays!
    $30 Bottomless Mimosas Sat & Sun Photo

Offers

  • Dive in to our Oyster Madness!

    Multiple dates available
    Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Visit us Monday & Friday for $1 oysters and Tuesday through Thursday with $1.50 oysters and $35 rosé towers.

    Dive in to our Oyster Madness! Photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 264 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bandol offers a delightful dining experience with its "authentic French-inspired bistro" ambiance. Guests rave about the "amazing food" and "great service." Highlights include flavorful seafood dishes, exquisite cocktails, and a warm atmosphere. Despite occasional service hiccups, many patrons "highly recommend Bandol" for its culinary excellence and sophisticated setting.

264 Reviews

  1. Joan

    VIP

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Restaurants at this level should not overcook fish. Mahi-mahi in sandwich was overcooked. Otherwise the place is nice. Service good enough. I hope for improvement so it can stay open in the Loop.

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  2. Kirk

    VIP

    Seattle

    20 reviews

    2.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    This is not a French restaurant despite the name. The food was mediocre and standard American fare with a French name. Service was very good

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  3. Casey

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked this establishment last minute for a Christmas lunch while exploring Chicago. My husband and I enjoyed the food and the ambiance of the restaurant. The lobster roll was really good and my husband enjoyed the Bandol Burger. Highly recommend trying this establishment when in Chicago.

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  4. Tayven

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    My server was lovely and the food was decent, but poor organization on the restaurant’s part resulted in a very stressful evening for my party. After paying our bill and leaving the restaurant, I was called repeatedly and asked to return to the restaurant and close out my bill. I told the hostess during the first call that I did pay and had the credit card charge to prove it, and she hung up on me. After receiving multiple missed calls and a voicemail as the evening continued, I decided to return their calls. I spoke to a server (not my own) and went through what I ordered, the bill on my credit card, and finally where my party was sat before he realized that they had been calling the wrong person all night long. This mixup on their end ruined what would’ve been a stress-free, enjoyable evening. I was looking forward to dining here, but after what I went through, sadly I would not recommend this restaurant.

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  5. JOANNE

    VIP

    Jacksonville

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Will return! The ambiance and food was delicious! Really loved the decor and the happy hour drinks and food was top notch!

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  6. Eugene

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is great. The service is appalling. Took 45 minutes to get our food.

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  7. Christopher

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Good food but terrible service. There were only two of us and they brought our appetizers 10 minutes apart from each other and the one of our main courses arrived 5 minutes after the other. Since I was waiting so long for my appetizer, after my wife’s had been brought, they offered me a piece of bread while I waited. And then charged me for the bread. And they just offered one excuse after another.

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  8. Laura

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Steak Cobb was delicious. I enjoyed a Pinot noir with it. Staff is friendly and efficient. I'd go back!

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  9. Heather

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bandol was the perfect after theater dinner! The ambience hots the right notes for a special occasion without being stuffy.. The food is excellent. The service was thoughtful. We will go back!
    BandolResponded on December 3, 2024
    Dear Heather, Thank you for taking the time to let others know you enjoyed your Bandol dining experience. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Best regards, Brad and The Bandol Team

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  10. Cristina

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We came in for the Thanksgiving Day Prix Fixe (3-courses). The first and third courses were fine (appetizer and dessert), but the main course, which could have been good, was served cold. The service was good, and the wine / cocktails were good too. However, given the temperature of the food, we will most likely not return.
    BandolResponded on December 3, 2024
    Dear Cristina, We are so sorry for offering you such a disappointing dining experience. Comments are taken very seriously and yours have been shared with management for review. Please know that this is not how we want our guests to feel when they dine with us and we apologize for your inconvenience. Sincerely, Brad and The Bandol Team

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FAQs

Bandol is rated 4.1 stars by 264 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Bandol

100 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 6:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 6:30 am–10:30 pm Sat 7:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 7:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Mediterranean, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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