Aboyer

4.7

588 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

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2 people

24 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

Aboyer (ab-wah-yay), meaning, “to bark,” is a French-American brasserie as imagined by Chef Michael Lachowicz. Aboyer wakes up the senses with a sexy, energetic vibe. Refined French pub-grub served alongside craft cocktails & wine in the contemporary space exudes a nouveau-bistro style.

Located in the heart of Chicago's North Shore, the menu features starters such as Potato & Truffle Soup, Charcuterie, and Rabbit & Sage Sausage to main courses including Coq au Vin, Cassoulet, Faroe Island Salmon and more.

Reservations are recommended; walk-ins are welcome. Aboyer requires a credit card to secure all reservations. Please note that reservations cancelled within 24 hours of the scheduled booking will incur a $25 per guest cancellation fee & no-shows will be billed at a rate of $50 per guest.

For private dining email events@georgetroisgroup.com

Aboyer is conveniently located across from the Indian Hill Metra.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Bistro, French
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(847) 441-3100
Website
https://www.georgetroisgroup.com/about-aboyer#aboyer-about
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Michael Lachowicz
Private party facilities
Aboyer is available for private events for up to 50 seated guests or 80 when combined with Silencieux. Custom brunch, lunch, dinner, and cocktail reception menus are available. For additional details visit https://georgetroisgroup.com/privatedining or email events@georgetroisgroup.com

Location
64 Green Bay Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093
Area
Winnetka
Cross Street
Winnetka Avenue/Green Bay Road
Parking details
Valet Service Wednesday through Sunday for $8. Street Parking is available on Green Bay Road or in the commuter lot.
Public transit
Indian Hill Metra
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Christmas Eve Dinner 2024
US$25.00 per person
Prepaid
24 Dec 2024 only
4PM- 8PM - $95 Per Guest - $75 Under 8 Years Old $25 Guest Deposits on Open Table- 3-Course Menu Warm Baguettes & Gougeres For All First Course- Perigord Potato-Truffle Soup OR Foie Gras & Wild Mushroom Duck Strudel, Huckleberry Gastrique OR The Aboyer Bistro Salad, Crumbled Roquefort, Grilled Pear & Candied Walnuts over a Crisp Greens with an Herbed Vinaigrette Main Course - Beef Short Ribs “Bourguignon” OR Roasted Boursin Filled Breast of Chicken, Morels a La Crème OR Filet of Salmon & Scallop Mousse “En croûte” in the Style of Le Francais with Lobster Beurre Blanc All main courses include Haricots Verts & Gratin Dauphinois Potato Dessert - Classic Tahitian Vanilla Creme Brulee OR Soufflé au Chocolat, Frangelica Crème Anglaise
New Years Eve Dinner Early Seating
US$25.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
$95 Per Guest From 4-6PM $25 Deposits on OpenTable Warm Baguettes & Gougeres (French, filled Cheese Puffs) For All First Course Cognac Laced Lobster Bisque & Lobster Raviolo OR Classic Oysters Rockefeller OR Truffle- Foie Gras Raviolo, Sauce Périgueux Main Course Roast Beef Tenderloin “En Croûte” in the Style of Le Francais with Sauce Beurre Rouge OR Whole Roasted, Bone-In Dover Sole “Almondine” OR Classic Coq au Vin with Herb Spaetzle Dessert Soufflé Grand Marnier OR Chocolate Mousse Gauteau
New Years Eve Dinner Late Seating
US$25.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
$105 Per Guest From 6:30PM-9PM $25 Deposits on OpenTable Warm Baguettes & Gougeres (French, filled Cheese Puffs) For All First Course Cognac Laced Lobster Bisque & Lobster Raviolo OR Classic Oysters Rockefeller OR Truffle- Foie Gras Raviolo, Sauce Périgueux Main Course Roast Beef Tenderloin “En Croûte” in the Style of Le Francais with Sauce Beurre Rouge OR Whole Roasted, Bone-In Dover Sole “Almondine” OR Classic Coq au Vin with Herb Spaetzle Dessert Soufflé Grand Marnier OR Chocolate Mousse Gauteau

What 588 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Aboyer offers an exceptional dining experience with "fantastic restaurant, awesome food, exemplary service." Guests rave about its "outstanding food, drinks, service and ambiance," and the kitchen is noted for its "consistent and thoughtful prep." The delightful outdoor area and live music enhance the already "wonderful atmosphere."

588 Reviews

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Steven
Chicago
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
The steak frites was tremendous, as were the appetizers. Cocktails and service was very poor.
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David & Janet
Chicago
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Aboyer (previously Restaurant Michael) has been one of our favorite north shore spots to celebrate birthdays and anniversaries. My husband and I have been following Chef Michael all around the Chicago area for decades now, and although the amazing food has been the key reason, we have always been impressed by his professionally trained staff, who are friendly, knowledgeable and pay attention to details. On this visit, we were celebrating my birthday (2 months late) since we cancelled the first reservation when Covid hit us, and the aftereffects stayed around far too long. The evening here was well worth the wait! After stopping at the bar for a quick hello to Sergio and a Champagne (for me) and a Chardonnay we settled in to the cozy banquette for dinner. We ordered our standard starter, the delectable Gougères, a mainstay that we hope never goes away. I switched to a rich Aviary Napa Cabernet for the rest of the dinner. We were delighted to have Sergio Junior as our server! He obviously enjoys his job and is a real ambassador for the restaurant. We took his recommendations for our entrees, and both were fantastic! I never order pork, and rarely make it at home, except for a roast. The Peppercorn Crusted Berkshire Pork Rib Chop with Cognac Mushroom Sauce was by far the best pork I have ever had. Happy Birthday to me. My husband’s decadently delicious Aboyer Burger was an unexpected item for him to order here, except for how much he loved it. Thank you from both of us, SJ!!! Last night was well worth waiting for. ♥️♥️
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Laurie
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love everything about this restaurant. The food is incredible and the staff is the best ever!
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Venanzio
Houston
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful meal at Aboyer on a Saturday evening. The service was attentive and we will likely return.
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Allen
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Aboyer is one of our favorite restaurants. We have been coming for years. Have never had a disappointment. New items have been added to the menu. The burger is probably the best in the city.
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Christopher
Chicago
67 reviews
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The service provided by Alfredo, who served us 10 years ago when the room was Georges Trois restaurant, was excellent. The food was very good, though the fries should be a little crisper. We are looking forward to returning for their Christmas Eve dinner.
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Yale
Chicago
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent as always. Dining room was louder and more vibrant than previous experiences but we liked that, especially for a Friday night. Our only complaint was waiting nearly 40min after our reservation time to be seated, while two other groups of 4 who arrived well after us were seated upon arrival. The host put together a couple tables to accommodate us because "we were in a hurry." We allowed 1:45 for our dinner before our event, hardly a tight window. We were only rushed b/c we were 40min late in being seated!
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christopher
Chicago
193 reviews
vip
4.0
193 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Service was excellence. Food was solid, well prepared and tasty. It’s loud and tables are close so if you are good with that it’s a solid choice. If you want a quiet evening to talk with your dinner partner, this isn’t it.
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Michael
Chicago
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a lovely evening not only with friends but at a wonderful restaurant with excellent food and great staff.
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Larry
Indiana
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a pleasure eating at Aboyer - great food and service. Menu is "tight", but excellent
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Aboyer is rated 4.7 stars by 588 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

24 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

64 Green Bay Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093

Additional information

Cross Street
Winnetka Avenue/Green Bay Road
Area
Winnetka
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Bistro, French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet Service Wednesday through Sunday for $8. Street Parking is available on Green Bay Road or in the commuter lot.
Public transit
Indian Hill Metra
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Michael Lachowicz
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.georgetroisgroup.com/about-aboyer#aboyer-about
Phone number
(847) 441-3100
Private party facilities
Aboyer is available for private events for up to 50 seated guests or 80 when combined with Silencieux. Custom brunch, lunch, dinner, and cocktail reception menus are available. For additional details visit https://georgetroisgroup.com/privatedining or email events@georgetroisgroup.com

Aboyer

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Experiences

Christmas Eve Dinner 2024

New Years Eve Dinner Early Seating

New Years Eve Dinner Late Seating

Menu

What 588 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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