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    Obélix, Restaurant in Chicago
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    Obélix

    French · River North, Chicago

    Restaurant in Chicago, United States

    The Read

    French Counter Dining

    Price

    $$$

    Chef

    Sam Handwerger

    Dress

    Smart Casual

    Why go

    Obélix serves French lunch, weekend brunch and dinner at 700 N Sedgwick Street. Reservations open 30 days ahead on OpenTable; check the current menu for seasonal dishes.

    About Obélix

    Obélix is at 700 N Sedgwick Street in Chicago. It posts separate lunch, weekend brunch and dinner menus, so choose the service first. Reservations open 30 days ahead through OpenTable; the restaurant has a separate inquiry path for larger groups and private events.

    What the menu covers

    The current dinner menu includes escargots, roast chicken, beef Wellington and steak tartare, alongside the Obélix Dog, a duck-and-foie-gras corn dog. These are examples from its September 2026 menu; check the live version before ordering around one dish.

    The team

    Oliver and Nicolas Poilevey own the restaurant. Sam Handwerger is executive chef, Olivia Fitzgerald is executive sous chef, and Courtney Kenyon leads pastry at both Obélix and Le Bouchon. The published roles give a clearer picture of the kitchen than a vague claim about French credentials.

    The takeA good fit for diners who want a full French dinner with room to choose between seafood, duck and substantial meat dishes. Obélix also posts separate lunch and weekend brunch menus, so the visit can be planned around more than dinner. Reservations open 30 days ahead, and the restaurant handles larger groups and private events by inquiry.
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    Planning details

    Hours
    Monday: 11:30 am–2:30 pm, 5–10 pm · Tuesday: Closed
    Location
    700 N Sedgwick St, Chicago, IL 60654
    Reservations
    Book on OpenTable
    Website
    obelixchicago.com
    Phone
    (312) 877-5348
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    The take

    The Take

    The Vibe

    Obélix gives French cooking a generous, playful turn. The dinner menu moves from oysters and escargots to foie gras in several forms, duck, and a beef Wellington served with vegetables, fries and two sauces. It is a menu built for an unhurried meal with plenty to discuss at the table; the food itself supplies the occasion.

    Best For

    A good fit for diners who want a full French dinner with room to choose between seafood, duck and substantial meat dishes. Obélix also posts separate lunch and weekend brunch menus, so the visit can be planned around more than dinner. Reservations open 30 days ahead, and the restaurant handles larger groups and private events by inquiry.

    Ordering Tips

    For a first dinner, start with escargots or one of the foie gras preparations; the foie-gras-and-duck corn dog is a more playful option. The current menu includes a dry-aged duck breast and beef Wellington, while Dover sole and scallops offer seafood-led mains. Check the posted dinner menu close to your visit, since specific preparations change.

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Bright, airy dining room with black-and-white floors, burgundy banquettes, white tablecloths, and a convivial, formal-but-not-stuffy atmosphere.

    Tags

    Vibe

    ElegantModernLively

    Best For

    Date NightSpecial OccasionCelebration

    Experience

    Open Kitchen

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Smart Casual
    Noise Level
    Conversational
    Service Style
    Upscale Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Leisurely
    Capacity
    Medium

    Signature Dishes

    • foie gras taco
    • beef Wellington
    • aged duck breast
    • steak tartare
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    700 N Sedgwick St, Chicago, IL 60654
    Planning details

    Hours

    Monday
    11:30 am–2:30 pm, 5–10 pm
    Tuesday
    Closed
    Wednesday
    Closed
    Thursday
    11:30 am–2:30 pm, 5–10 pm
    Friday
    11:30 am–2:30 pm, 5–10 pm
    Saturday
    10:30 am–2 pm, 5–10 pm
    Sunday
    10:30 am–2 pm, 5–9 pm

    Location

    700 N Sedgwick St, Chicago, IL 60654 · Directions

    (312) 877-5348

    obelixchicago.com

    Book on OpenTable

    Recognition and awards
    Explore Chicago
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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who owns Obélix?

    Oliver and Nicolas Poilevey are the owners.

    Who leads the Obélix kitchen?

    Sam Handwerger is executive chef, Olivia Fitzgerald is executive sous chef, and Courtney Kenyon is executive pastry chef.

    When can I reserve Obélix?

    The restaurant says OpenTable reservations open 30 days in advance.