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Evanston Corner Bistro, Evanston, IL

Evanston Corner Bistro

3.9
3.9
75 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
Welcome to Evanston Corner Bistro! We are thrilled to be an integral part of the Evanston community.

Evanston Corner Bistro is an American bistro that specializes in contemporary cuisine that's not only delicious but also approachable. Our menu is a celebration of fresh, locally-sourced, and seasonally-inspired ingredients.

Our carefully curated beverage program showcases an array of locally brewed craft beers, complemented by a thoughtfully selected collection of imported beers. We also offer an assortment of unique and affordable wines, along with classic cocktails that come with their own distinctive twist.

Evanston Corner Bistro proudly stands as the third installment of LM's beloved bistro concept. Nestled on the ground floor of the historic Hilton Orrington, our bistro is designed to provide a family-friendly dining experience in the heart of Downtown Evanston.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 7:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 7:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 8:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (847) 492-9700
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Catering options and private dining are available upon request. Please email events@evanstoncornerbistro.com for more information
  • Private party facilities
    Evanston Corner Bistro offers private dining spaces: The North Shore Room, with a built-in bar and views of downtown Evanston, accommodates up to 80 for dining or 110 for cocktails. The Pantry, on the first floor, seats 20 for meals and receptions.
  • Private party contact
    Skylar McElroy: (312) 399-3468
  • Neighbourhood
    Evanston
  • Cross Street
    Church St. & Orrington Avenue
  • Parking details
    Evanston street parking is available. Most downtown parking is metered.Valet parking is available through the Hilton Orrington Hotel for $14.The closest parking garage is the underground Orrington Garage, on Orrington between Church and Davis.
  • Public transit
    CTA Purple - Davis Street<br />Metra - Evanston/Davis Street
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

  • Thanksgiving Buffet

    US$49.00 per person

    Nov 28, 2024 only
    Celebrate Thanksgiving with Evanston Corner Bistro! The neighborhood eatery will be offering a delicious buffet menu for $49 per person, available from 2-6pm on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 28). Kids 12 and under dine for just $25. The seasonal menu offers a number of holiday favorites such as Roasted Butternut Squash Soup; Buttery Mashed Potatoes; Roasted Fennel and Turkey Sausage Stuffing; Roasted Turkey with bourbon & herb gravy and house made cranberry sauce and Traditional Pumpkin Pie. Diners will also be treated to a number of other delightful dishes such as Roasted Salmon with pistachio gremolata; Slow Cooked New York Strip Steak with herb jus and Green Bean Salad with cranberries, toasted almonds, farro and fried shallots.
    Thanksgiving Buffet photo

What 75 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9
3.9 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North Suburbs

    Great for brunch

  • North Suburbs

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Evanston Corner Bistro offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "friendly, attentive service." The charming patio evokes a "Parisian café" vibe, perfect for brunch or relaxed gatherings. While service can be inconsistent, the diverse menu and inviting atmosphere make it a "highly recommended gem" worth visiting.

75 Reviews
  1. Lena

    Chicago

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. Delicious food. Will go again
    Evanston Corner BistroResponded on November 18, 2024
    Thank you! We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed dining with us. We look forward to seeing you back again soon!

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  2. Craig

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best place to brunch! Great food options that are delicious. Absolutely love the staff. Our server Jewelia was amazing!
    Evanston Corner BistroResponded on November 18, 2024
    Thank you! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed dining with us. We hope to see you back again soon!

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  3. Kolleen

    Denver

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Servers were great. Our food came late. We were charged a service charge of 3% which was explained that it was because of a credit card being used. I did not like that the total amount was configured and a tip was added with tax included. I do not want to pay a tip on the tax. Overall they have a limited menu but the food is good. My friend had the salmon and she loved it, I have the fettucine and we split a salad. We bought a bottle of wine which was less than the price of 2 glasses and 50% off on Wednesday. We each paid $55.00 for good tax and tip. They sat a large loud group next to us after we were seated which was initially annoying. Staff was very nice, attentive more so toward the end. Short staffed? I would go back again.
    Evanston Corner BistroResponded on October 21, 2024
    We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us. We will certainly pass this along to our team. We hope to see you back again in the future.

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  4. Lori

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Thoroughly enjoyed it! Food, service and ambience was great for a professional or lunch with friends and family.
    Evanston Corner BistroResponded on October 14, 2024
    Thank you! We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed dining with us and hope to see you back again soon!

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  5. Michelle

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The location, ambiance, and service are all amazing. The food was good. I'd go again.
    Evanston Corner BistroResponded on September 9, 2024
    Thank you! We look forward to seeing you back again soon!

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  6. Allen

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was mediocre at best. Salad was not tossed. Burger was overwhelmed by yellow mustard. Fries were all small pieces. Server hand a hand held Device but tried to do the order without it and then got it wrong. Sever did not offer to refill beverages. Very disappointing.
    Evanston Corner BistroResponded on September 9, 2024
    We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us. We will be sending you a private message shortly.

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  7. Bill

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Terrible food. The pork was grizzle and fat and overcooked. My wife’s salad of arugula was out of the bag with very little other ingredients. At a bistro you expect a baguette at the table, there was no bread. When requested I got toast from a grocery store prepackaged sliced loaf with two pats of wrapped butter. Drink was very weak. No one was in the dining room
    Evanston Corner BistroResponded on September 9, 2024
    We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us. We will be sending you a private message shortly.

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  8. AAxel

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Servers rarely checked on our table. Forgot the requested chicken for the salad. Couldn’t catch anyone’s eye to ask for the check , waited about 15 min after an already slow lunch service.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    48 reviews

    4.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    My first time at Corner Bistro. Nice outdoor patio but several uncomfortable confrontations with mentally unbalanced people walking by. Hostess did her best to get them to leave. Very short handed. Bartender doubled as only waitstaff there. He was totally overwhelmed, I felt badly for him, he did his best. My friends steak was over cooked but they redid it . Mine was perfect and delicious but I was almost finished by the time she got hers. We never were offered a dessert menu so we paid and left. I would give my steak a 5 star but service a 3 star. The service we got was good, they just need to hire more help.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our new favorite brunch spot! The service and staff are phenomenal. The food is delicious. Highly recommend Evanston Corner Bistro!

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FAQs

Evanston Corner Bistro does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Evanston Corner Bistro is rated 3.9 stars by 75 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Evanston Corner Bistro

703 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Church St. &amp; Orrington Avenue
  • Neighbourhood
    Evanston
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 7:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 7:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 8:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Evanston street parking is available. Most downtown parking is metered.Valet parking is available through the Hilton Orrington Hotel for $14.The closest parking garage is the underground Orrington Garage, on Orrington between Church and Davis.
  • Public transit
    CTA Purple - Davis StreetMetra - Evanston/Davis Street
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
    (847) 492-9700
  • Catering
    Catering options and private dining are available upon request. Please email events@evanstoncornerbistro.com for more information
  • Private party facilities
    Evanston Corner Bistro offers private dining spaces: The North Shore Room, with a built-in bar and views of downtown Evanston, accommodates up to 80 for dining or 110 for cocktails. The Pantry, on the first floor, seats 20 for meals and receptions.
  • Private party contact
    Skylar McElroy: (312) 399-3468
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