Norman's Bistro

Recognized by locals as one of the top restaurants in the Hyde Park and Kenwood area, Normans Bistro offers an American Creole Cuisine with a Brazilian Flair. Outstanding dessert menu and wine list are served in a casual, relaxed atmosphere.

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116
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  • Phone

    (773) 966-5821

  • Website

    normansbistro.com

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  • Type

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Address

1001 E 43rd St (at Ellis) Chicago , IL 60653 United States

Reservations Yes
Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi Yes
Outdoor Seating Yes
Music Live Music
Menus Brunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 42


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gumbo jazz music healthy food collard greens off-menu items great value casual cole slaw brunch food ribs good for a quick meal pancakes bar sunsets desserts sweet potatoes red beans good for business meetings good for special occasions rice
Gus L.

Came by after attending the Hyde Park jazz fest. My first time eating there, and the food was good. The vibe was also great, there was jazz in the main dining room and a DJ on the other side. ????????

Rebecca Jackson-Artis

Ask for the peanut butter and jelly sandwich dessert . It's not on the menu and absolutely AMAZING! You don't have to like PB&J to enjoy this succulent treat. Mmm

Angie Milton

Salmon croquets and braised collard greens were wonderful. I plan to try the gumbo next go around.

Bruce M

Ernest Dawkins one of Chicago's most celebrated Jazz Journeymen sets off a weekly Jam excursion every Sunday at Sunset 'til the early morning. Chicago's best and the rest come show their chops.

Myra Sykes

I really enjoyed the gumbo along with the lemon drop martini ! Ambiance is excellent!

Mocha Mon365

Norman, the owner is the nicest man ever! The place is beautiful and the food is delicious. Liver & onions were incredible. Waiter Armir was delightful.

April Williams

The Cajun Catfish Platter, red beans / rice , and coleslaw were delicious!!! Lemon Drop Martinis certainly completed the night

Jabari Hunt

The Creole Seafood Platter is really good! The Sangria definitely needs help, but the are extra generous with the alcohol in the Mai Tai !

Jamarr Buchanan

The shrimp and lobster pot pie is pretty impressive and as far as sides go the plantains with corn was a nice change of pace.

Ron Willis

The Cajun Catfish was on point with the Red Beans and Rice . Great combo!

Garland Smith

Would have to go again, didn't know they specialized in cajun food . We went and had the breakfast buffet in which I really wasn't that pleased with.

Sheena B!!????????????????

Food soooooo awesome, fabulous, delightful, and OMG!!!!????????????????????????????????????????

Elaine Mclaurin

Great group of people...food is great as well . Went several times for networking. Had a good time!

Lisa Foster

Sunday brunch is delicious and super affordable .

Akos Amaning

Hidden gem down the street from Muddy Waters house... Great place under candlelight !!!

LadyAnn Gee

Nice atmosphere and Tuesday I hear they have house music

Ron Willis

First time here and I think I like this spot

Elise

Try the seafood chili....it really hits the spot!!! Delicious...

Ron Willis

Great owner and staff and a good spot for a drink

Aja Holmes

Celebrate your hump-day at Norms with some house music ! Great brunch spot !

T Lawrence Thorpe

Great place, nice location and music !

Kevin Mac

One word - Breadpudding!

Debra Miller

The salmon is excellent! Service too!!!

Michele

Great vibe! Great food.

Tonya Hicks

The Shrimp and lobster Pot pie is Bananasssss! Don't leave without it....

Halona Jackson

It was GREAT! Def gotta go back!

Sheila Gunn

Cranberry Salmon is delicious

latonia henderson

I Love the Sea food gumbo

Sharon McCullough

Great atmosphere, food and music .

David Weathersby

Wonderful lunch spot

Jason McCoy

Great staff and the owner is Awesome! Try the sweet potato soufflé .

Sandi Robinson

Blackened tilapia is a MUST!

Meschel

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Jamar Freeze

Lunch w/ a friend

DeLeone Williams

Early Bird gets the seat

Sandi Robinson

the tilapia is very good!

Niece

Went there today, nice establishment. But saw a mouse !!! I'll never go again!!

I L

Left before eating due to the unimpressive menu.

Bruce M

The Beautiful People of Bronzeville know this is the place for good food, good service and great jazz on Sundays!

Foodspotting

Try the Sweet Potato Dream

Carina Nelms

Really slow service but good food

Nak Naks

Meh ¿ I'll pass

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