Au Cheval

800 W Randolph St ChicagoIL60607
Closed
Sunday
5:00pm-1:00am
Monday
5:00pm-2:00am
Tuesday
5:00pm-2:00am
Wednesday
5:00pm-2:00am
Thursday
5:00pm-2:00am
Friday
5:00pm-2:00am
Saturday
5:00pm-2:00am
Payment Methods: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Average Rating
4.5
Total Reviews
(81)
Recommended 0
Not Recommended 0
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Description

A fab casual bar and eatery, Au Cheval is chef Brendan Sodikoff's tribute to diner style food and bar bites. Riding high on the success of his previous ventures, notably, Maude's Liquor Bar, the high-flying chef offers a hearty menu comprising delights such as chopped chicken liver, matzoh ball soup and foie gras terrine. There's a section devoted to eggs with specialties like foie gras...
by cityseekr on October 28, 2013 from cityseekr

Editorial Reviews

Au Cheval Restaurant Review:
Brendan Sodikoff (Gilt Bar, Maude's Liquor Bar) has a hit on his hands with this small, narrow and packed to the hilt, updated diner in the West Loop neighborhood. Just be ready to loosen your belt, since the menu is far from light and vegetables are in short supply. That's not without its rewards. What's more, it's decked in exposed brick with around 30 tap beers, hip vinos and specialty...
by gayot on June 09, 2016 from gayot
Brendan Sodikoff (Gilt Bar, Maude's Liquor Bar) "keeps the hits coming" with his West Loop "speakeasy diner" that offers "rich", "upscale" takes on classics like bologna sandwiches "piled high" and some of the "best burgers", all bolstered by an "impressive" beer list and updated cocktail classics; "mood lighting", "dark wood" and "comfortable" booths further the "cool" vibe, though...
by zagat on January 21, 2014 from zagat
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by eater on January 07, 2014 from eater
Food Experts Pick Their Restaurant Standbys of 2013:
Steve Dolinsky, ABC7: I spent way too much time at Au Cheval, mostly taking out-of-towners, but also to satisfy my sick craving for a double cheeseburger, no bacon or egg.

Chris LaMorte, Urban Daddy: Chez Moi. My friendly neighborhood bistro. I love a French restaurant that you actually hear the table next to you actually speaking French.
by eater on December 26, 2013 from eater

Information from the business

Au Cheval is not your typical greasy spoon diner. It's house-made foods, creative interpretations on classic dishes, and 30+ craft beers on tap.
by foursquare on October 28, 2016 from foursquare