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Maison Parisienne - French Café

Maison Parisienne - French Café

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Hours
Sun
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wed
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thu
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Fri
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sat
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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Ratings and reviews
4.0
4.0 of 5 bubbles

RATINGS
Food
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.5 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.1 of 5 bubbles
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CUISINES
French, Cafe, European, Healthy
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Drinks
features
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About
Prepared by Real French People. 100% homemade. We offer you a place where you could have a taste of France right here in Chicago. From our kitchen and using fresh products, we will concoct you a selection of French specialities: pastries, croissants, traditional meals, quiches, savory tarts, croque-monsieurs, etc. Butter, Flour and Valhrona Chocolate are imported from France to have the same taste as in France, especially for Croissants, Brioches and French Baguettes! At Maison Parisienne, you will be able to enjoy the cozy feeling of being at home or take out & order online all our menu.
CUISINES
French, Cafe, European, Healthy
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Drinks
FEATURES
Delivery, Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Discover, Table Service
4.0
4.0 of 5 bubbles28 reviews
Excellent
16
Very good
6
Average
3
Poor
1
Terrible
2

Patrick E
Chicago1 contribution
3.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023 couples
We had brunch at Maison Parisienne on Clark (the location near Wrightwood) on Saturday. The food was excellent. My wife and I both loved the salade maison (with a dijon dressing), she loved her dagobert and almond croissant, I enjoyed my quiche lorraine and raisin swirl pastry. I was surprised and taken aback that there were no refills on my coffee, and I had to go to the counter, wait my turn to order and pay for a second cup. Also, I noticed they add a 3% service charge in addition to any tip... you can ask to have the 3% charge removed (which I did not) but I think that is malarkey. Just another charge for which vendors used the pandemic as an excuse, and now they are keeping because they like the money. The food was excellent, the service was adequate but because of those petty things they do to increase their take, I doubt we will be in a hurry to go back there. And yes, I did leave a 20% tip on the meal (which was $25 per person prix fixe, but not on the coffee refill.
Written May 9, 2023
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Rachel B
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 family
We walked here from the Zachary Hotel and it was so worth it! I haven't had such flakey crunchy delicious croissants since I was last in Europe. The pistachio croisssant was heavenly. We also delighted in the tomato and goat cheese quiche. You can take everything to go or enjoy your food in the charming seating area. The staff are friendly and attentive. Two thumbs up!
Written August 25, 2023
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L H
Chicago1863 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2022 business
This location is more of a coffee shop, closes early afternoon. Espresso drinks are OK. The almond bars are pretty good, chocolate chip cookies are more like sugar cookies than traditional American ones.
Written July 23, 2022
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ana m
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 solo
Ordered a turkey baguette sandwich..decided to sit down to eat it. I was charged several dollars more for the sandwich because I sat down (??!!) I asked why and was told because I get a plate and a salad. I didn’t order a salad nor did I want one ..or eat it. Don’t charge customers extra to take a seat to eat their food.and wash an plate…outrageous. 1700 for a turkey and Swiss baguette..Please..
Written March 21, 2024
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LlittleEddie
Ciudad Bolíviar125 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 friends
Food below average! Bakery items stale and overpriced! We were overcharged with no apologies! Sad service, fake decor and dying lemon trees!
Written February 23, 2024
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Alissa P
Lee's Summit37 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2021 none
We enjoyed our croissant breakfast sandwiches and coffee. The staff was very welcoming and kind and our food was delicious! I did feel it was a bit expensive ($40 for two sandwiches and small coffees), but when in Paris...
Written December 19, 2021
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PargaFlorida
5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 couples
A wonderful, leisurely paced Parisian late-breakfast. The quiche and croissant were miraculous. Highly recommend to all.
Written August 24, 2021
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Bonnie T
Chicago1864 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 couples
Even though the restaurant is no longer run by Parisians, the food is still pretty good. Osha, the manager is great. She makes the experience even better.
Written February 25, 2020
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Julie M
15 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2019 solo
This is one of two places in the city with the best croissants. It is small like a Paris bakery. There is some seating. Espresso is good. They also serve quiche but I did not have it. A gem!
Written April 23, 2019
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ejn03
Chicago35 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2019 couples
This cafe has the best French pastries in Chicago, hands down. Don't bother with the mediocre croissants and eclaires at the trendy spots downtown or the cafes trying too hard with fancy decor. Instead travel here to this north side gem for the most perfectly flaky, slightly crisp crusts and whipped, light creams with rich flavors. And if you're lucky they will have the Paris-brest as their pastry of the day - the best pastry I've had in the US since my travels in Europe. Oh if only Chicago had more bakeries like this one...
Written February 3, 2019
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Bonnie T
Chicago1864 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2018 friends
This restaurant is run by a French chef trained in Paris. The food is amazing, authentically French, and delicious. The owners, both from Paris, import many of their ingredients from France, and it shows. The food is fresh, the service is excellent, and the owners are very friendly. There is an outdoor eating space behind the restaurant (weather permitting), and there is ample seating inside. We have brought many friends to this restaurant who have loved it, and we all go back for more.
Written November 29, 2018
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Elle C
251 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2018 couples
Perfect French croissant and bread. It was a shame for the attitude on a Saturday of the short French guy at the counter. He looked annoyed when I asked him (in French) if he spoke French since I speak French too. Would give 5 stars for the food, but they lost 2 stars for his attitude in terms of his service. They also had an annoying “survey” tip box staying something like “some say men tip better than women” and then asking what people thought by tipping on one side of the box based on gender. Really???? I of course tipped (despite this French guy) but their message on the box didn’t seem quite right as of course there are many factors that can effect tips.
Written October 20, 2018
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Wiskerlikins
967 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2018 couples
Our Airbnb was very close to this cute little place. It looked so charming we had to stop in and try it. We had their crepes and quiche. Oh man were they good! Maison Parisienne has a small seating area inside and then a nice patio out back. Definitely give this place a try for a great authentic dining experience.
Written July 28, 2018
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Micaela MacDougall
Annapolis285 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2018 family
These are the only croissants I’ve been able to eat since going to Paris. This place imports its flour, butter, and chocolate from France, the chef is French, and the result is the most delicious croissant I’ve eaten in the US.
Written June 11, 2018
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Bernard S
Chicago70 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2018 friends
This little cafe and restaurant is run by several young people from France who have made this location a delightful place for take-out, breakfast and lunch. It somehow feels a little bit like France in there. Many of the ingredients, such as flour, are imported from France, which gives a genuine French taste to baguettes, etc., that you don't find at other French bakeries in town. I come here often, and while the menu is limited, I have always been happy with my meal or snack there.
Written June 5, 2018
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