Mon Ami Gabi

Mon Ami Gabi Restaurant Review:

About the restaurant: Mon Ami Gabi remains a top contender when it comes to bistro dining in Chicago, which is saying something because it's in good company. There’s a romantic air about the place, what with the large windows overlooking Lincoln Park and a vintage, Parisian-style bar.

Food & Drinks: On the plate, expect an expanded repertoire of steak frites, plus enjoyable hot seafood appetizers and shellfish. We especially like the lemony chicken paillard and skate wing with olives and capers in a cauliflower purée. Steak au poivre is quite good, too. As for sides, don't miss the French green beans. Among the desserts, the butterscotch pot de crème is luscious, as are the profiteroles.