Creepies

Creepies Blends French Bistro Classics With Midwestern Comfort | Eater Chicago

"Despite its unusual name, this charming neo-bistro feels right at home on West Loop’s Restaurant Row, where David and Anna Posey weave French technique with Midwestern comfort for a menu that’s simultaneously familiar and original; it’s a great pick for date night or for enjoying refined cooking without any of the formality. "From the team behind Michelin-starred Elske, Creepies is a West Loop bistro delivering seasonal, Midwestern-influenced fare in a cozy and charming space. Chef David Posey and chef de cuisine Tayler Ploshehanski handle savory small plates and mains, turning out dishes like roasted chicken with liver and wine sauce; Parisian gnocchi; tarte flambee; and more. Anna Posey’s inventive desserts shine alongside an approachable French-heavy wine list and batch cocktails. The full package earned the restaurant a Michelin Guide recommendation in 2025." Start with the warm Brie gougères—puffy, buttery pastry balls filled with creamy cheese and coated with honey for complementary sweet and savory flavors—then share the Parisian gnocchi tucked under crisp brik pastry, its pillowy dumplings smothered in melted Swiss cheese, ham, and egg yolk for a croque-madame-like richness. Bistro staple roast chicken arrives with a sauce built from chicken liver and wine that adds depth, the skin well-rendered and every piece juicy and tender; order a side of fries cooked in clarified butter to sop up the sauce. Though alcohol is offered, there’s no dedicated bar, and solo diners may find the counter seating slightly awkward as it faces a mirrored wall; due to scarce street parking, I recommend taking a rideshare (or use the nearby Morgan or Ashland CTA stations on the Pink and Green lines)." - Jeffy Mai