Chicago Obélix — A Weekday Lunch Visit 🥂

Tried this pretty French spot for lunch on a weekday — overall impression: a restaurant that really knows how to play with sweet & savory flavors. The menu is detailed and refined, great for dates or small gatherings. 🥇 Top Pick: Foie Gras Pancake Seared foie gras with blueberry pancakes, maple syrup, and crispy bacon. The sweet-salty balance is just perfect — a must-try! 🥈 Second Pick: Millefeuille The only pastry option at lunch — and it’s divine! The cream is rich but not heavy, and the sweetness level is spot-on. Now I’m even more curious about their weekend pastry selection! 🥘 Crêpe Homard Asian-inspired flavors with some photogenic ingredients. Pretty but not amazing — small portion, overpriced, and not particularly memorable. Skip it. 🦆 Duck Liver Mousse My first time trying duck liver mousse — smooth, delicate, and surprisingly not heavy. Served with fig jam, pickles, and mustard for layering flavors. The bread they give is only two slices though — we ended up using extra bread to finish it. Not a must-order, but worth trying if you’re curious about liver mousse! Next time, I want to try their escargot and pot pie (with puff pastry)! #ChicagoEats #FrenchFood #Obélix #LunchDate #SweetAndSavory #FoodieReview #PastryLove