Coquette, the French restaurant from the owners of Porto, is now open | Eater Chicago

"In a playful lounge that isn't a traditional bistro, I experienced Coquette in the West Loop as a brash, bold 40-seat spot with a chef's counter, colorful tiles on the floor and ceiling, and a corner display shelf more than 100 years old among trinkets imported from Europe. The owners promise free sips of wine and a soundtrack that transports customers to Paris. Chefs Erwin Mallet and Shannah Primiano, with help from Marcos Campos, present contemporary French cooking — including dry-aged beef and other items cooked over a live fire — and decadent dishes such as beef Wellington and a crab royal with smoked King Crab and confit fennel. Sommelier Colin Hofer (named Sommelier of the Year by the Michelin Guide) curates a wine list that leans toward so-called natural wines from Alsace, Jura, Savoie and the Languedoc, alongside lots of Champagne and bubbles. It's open 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Sunday, with brunch upcoming and reservations via Resy." - Ashok Selvam