Bijans

I hadn’t been here in several years and was told it was under new ownership. The remodeling is stunning, and my server was friendly and attentive. The (Saturday) brunch menu was very small and disappointing — no eggs Benedict, which had been a fave. But since I waited until they opened at 11 AM, was hungry and didn’t feel like going elsewhere, I ordered a very basic bacon/eggs breakfast, which was very good. I wish the new owners all the best.

I had the fried chicken sandwich with spicy mayo. It was very juicy snd tender. Not overcooked and dry like some chicken sandwich could be. I loved the potato fries and the extra sauce provided for sandwhich. The service friendly, quick and the food was very fresh, hot. Happy hour available. open late night till 3 am

The cornbread appetizer had NO business being that good!!!! It was delicious! The burger and gentleman sandwich were tasty too. We had them with side salads that were satisfying 🤗. The service was great!

The vibe is modern and stylish, perfect for relaxing with friends or enjoying a night out.🤍 Start your day with a tasty brunch or drop by for late-night cocktails.🥰 Bijans offers mouth-watering dishes with a fresh twist on American classics, paired with signature/ cocktails that are sure to impress.☺️ Whether you're an early bird or a night owl, Bijans has something for everyone.💗 So come in, unwind, and experience the best of Chicago dining. Get ready to discover the charm of Bijans!😍

Stopped by tonight for a quick dinner, gnocchi and the steak sandwich were fantastic. BBB was super tasty and the cocktails were boozy and delicious. Bartenders were quick and friendly, management very attentive.

I had the most delicious burger I've had in years! The patty, the buns, the cheese, everything was absolutely delicious! Oh! And the super crispy potatoe fries were simply perfect! The ambiance and decoration of the place were really good as well... I want to go back to Chicago just to eat here again, lol!

First time here came after viewing photos of the food. I will say I was a bit disappointed. I found that they no longer have a lot of the food items that I saw in the photos. I got some hot wings with fries. I was very happy with the cook of the wings, I requested extra crispy & got just that! The fries were soooo good too! Sadly, these wings were not hot at all. The sauce that was drizzled on them was not any kind of buffalo sauce. The chicken themselves were not spicy in any way. The sauce that was drizzled on top was....different. It was a sweet green & brown sauce with a unique taste for sure. I didn't care for it *shrugs* My friend ordered a cheeseburger & she was happy with it. I think if I were to come back, I would get the wings again but forego the sauce. $18 for wings is a bit much tho.

The Wagyu Burger here was decent... it's not in my top 10 but solid burger nonetheless. 8.3. The flavor wasn't anything distinct that made this burger stand out. Also not a fan of sweet pickles either which threw me off too. I finish off with an old-fashioned...again not crazy but did the job here 7.9. The vibe here made this visit enjoyable as met some people. Overall place is worth a stop by as they open until 3a....8.2.

Food is good service to go from host and bartenders are nice . Late night go to for quick good to go home food.

I Googled late night food and they came up! I've never heard of them, but what's crazy is that I've stayed at the hotel across the street from here SEVERAL times! But anyway, we went about 1:15am and dined in. We ordered a burger and chicken tenders. We also ordered drinks. Strangely, our food came out before our drinks, but the food was out within 5mins of us ordering. I was skeptical about that. But to my surprise, it was all fresh and hot and really good. Everything was also prepared as requested. That made my heart smile! Lbs. Their drinks are good too. Nice chill vibe, with friendly servers. I will definitely be back to enjoy other items on the menu.

Good food with reasonable prices, however I can see why the reviews for Bijan's are all over the place. Essentially, it suffers from an identity crisis and a lack of enough staff. Bijan's has the atmosphere of a very casual sports bar with football playing on all screens but the decor is more elegant and suited for a brunch but it is too loud and casual for that. Ultimately, for a restaurant in the heart of River North, I expected more. I would still visit, though, because the food is solid, it is local and has great potential. My advice to management: 1. Hire more staff! At least hire a hostess. I saw 4 different groups of people arrive and leave because there was no one to seat them. There was only a single staff member for the entire restaurant and bar! We had to wait for him to seat us as there was no host. He was very friendly and tried to check up on all to the best of his ability. It is not right, fair, or realistic for a single staff member to seat, wait, bus and manage the bar. 2. Focus on vibe and ambiance. Are you a cute, fancy brunch place or casual sports bar? No judgment for either but you should pick one because I think it confuses both sets of people. Talk to locals that loved the place before the remodel. Do you have specials? Favorite former beloved dishes, a happy hour? 3. Remodel the bathrooms. Though clean, the bathrooms are old and shabby compared to the rest of the restaurant.

This restaurant in the heart of river north offers a variety of options for everyone that are delicious! The burger and brussels were amazing! Service was great! They have a small patio and they are also open late hours if you want an after-bars meal. Highly recommend this spot!

I got the wagyu burger and it was very good. The fries were a weird shape but I enjoyed them. They were well seasoned. The service was decent. Water was pretty consistently filled. My only comment would be they could've checked up on us a litttlleeee but more but nothing crazy. I went on a Tuesday and it was pretty empty after. They apparently open until 3 am everyday. The inside space is moderate with a decent amount of seating.

Visited for their "Buy a drink and get $1 chicken sandwich" deal and was impressed. Loved the decor, the service was quick and attentive, and the chicken sandwich was pretty tasty. I plan to return for brunch as the couple beside us looked like regulars and their food looked amazing! I came early and it was starting to get packed but not extremely noisy, definitely a plus!

I loved the decor inside the restaurant and the menu design was unique and fun. The grilled chicken in the Chicken Club was juicy and the fries were the right amount of soft yet crunchy. Great spot for dinner with a date or a group!

The reviews were very mixed but I had a nice evening and meal here! We came on a Saturday night fairly early before an orchestra show, it was quite empty and we got seated immediately. I was tickled by the bird decor, so funny but not obnoxious. We had two of the chicken sandwiches, one spicier and both were solid, not what would bring me back but very acceptable. What would bring me back you ask? THE FRIES. I don't even like fries most of the time (unless crinkle cut) but these were AMAZING. Sort of like a think peel off a potato and deep fried. Not skins. And a thicker slice than my potato peeler at home would give me. So idk how they do it but I am getting hungry just remembering these. Also the burrata salad was great, lots of interesting ingredients and a good portion. I guess this will be my go to when I need fries and a salad OR have a bird obsessed friend visiting.

I had a very pleasant time at Bijan's! It used to be owned by someone else prior to Covid, but now they re-open under new ownership and the food in decor are great. The staff was so kind and polite. The waiter made jokes with us and was personable. People came in and out but a few parties stayed and drank and ate and it was never to loud to hear someone talk. That's a great thing! The decor is a tropical paradise with a theme of a jailbird. Very playful like literally bird Bijan who went to jail and his portrait can be seen on the way in. I think it's fun and the menu carries on the theme in the name of the dishes. We got... Mocktails (ruby ravenade and mockingbird mule) Cauliflower Beet it salad Steak sandwich Chicken wings Signature fries Tuxedo wild mushroom and black truffle pasta Cornbread Okay so the main event is the food! Their food was crazy tender like some sort of sorcery. Especially going from different dishes, and they can keep different kinds of bread, soft warm, and tender, but also make sure that all these different meats are cooked to tender. Some mastery here! I know I won't be hurting the top of my mouth with some stale bread here ever. They are open til 4am with food and drink and have brunch! Be sure to check them out!

We went to Bijan's for a late night bite. They seem to be one of the few restaurants in River North offering food late at night. They had a variety of items on their menu. I was happy to see a few vegetarian and vegan items as well. Given that it was late, this food was much healthier and more elevated than others that would be open at that time. It was pretty affordable as well. Would recommend you to check it out

Not busy, in between shift change- about 5 people in the restaurant at 5:30p Saturday. $40+ for salmon and grilled veggies, coffee and a coke. Cooked with too much oil, pesto on salmon was not a good fit. Grilled veggies were two slices of zucchini, eggplant, peppers, asparagus (not good) and broccoli rabe, barely cooked. Asked for lemon to use on all. Didn't even bother to ask for salt and pepper (why do I have to ask). Water tasted funny. Coffee - get a new brand of coffee. Service was good, but only one server in the entire restaurant with a bar. Ambiance- remodeled, nice interior, odd artwork, bathrooms not remodeled (really?!!). They used to serve great bread at this place, too! Not sure what happened here? Will not go back.

I have made 4 visits to Bijans that has been an evening of delight (usually after work). Tracey brings the goodness out of everyone with her dynamic personality and cheerfulness! She definitely brings the joy while enjoying these great dishes! Thank you for an outstanding experience and great chillaxin time!!

Located in The River North neighborhood of Chicago, Bijan's is a cozy late night restaurant with all sorts of dishes and beverages from steak to pasta to beer to wine. All around, good food and service.

Absolutely horrible service! I would never recommend this place to anyone! Not even my worst enemy! My food came out cold and I was told they couldn't remake it! I asked to speak to the chef concerning the food and I was told he was militant! And me being a Retired Veteran, I am very militant! I'm not sure if that was to intimidate me or not. Then it was mentioned the chef is the owner. And as an owner you would want the customer to have a pleasant experience. I asked for salt and pepper and they brought me some sort of dry blue cheese! This wasn't what I expected! I actually recommend this spot! But I would never come here nor recommend this place again!

The food is great here. I've visited this location many times after work. The staff is friendly even for late night. The ambiance is cozy but so do wish they dimmed the lights a bit. Overall it's a great place.

My roommates and I wanted to have a thanksgiving meal together since our families aren't close by. We found this place online that was open thanksgiving day and we made reservations! The host was super nice he let us pick where we wanted to sit so we sat in a booth. It was all super cute with an emerald green and bird theme. The booth was emerald velvet (super comfy) and the whole place was just very aesthetically pleasing. Our waitress was also super sweet she gave us drink recommendations (which is why I can't remember the name of mine just that it was a spicy marg!) and they were all so good we each got two. I ordered the gnocchi for my meal which also tasted amazing! The whole place- atmosphere, staff, food was a vibe! Will definitely be back :)

Stumbled onto this spot when other late night options weren't available. First glance, very nice bar, good atmosphere, and put together decor. I tried the chicken sandwich, which was delicious, after being advised by the bartender to stay away from the wings. I didn't listen, I should have. The wings are extremely overpriced, and I wouldn't wish them on my worst enemy. They're terrible. Whoever source those wings need to be fired. But other than that the staff is real cool, and a great place to grab a drink, and a bite, if late night and wanted to hang with coworkers or friends. I recommend it. Just like I said, stay away from the wings. Lol.

Second visit. Couldn't help repeating the Regal Burger I had last time - and it didn't disappoint. Juicy, fresh and delicious. And I'm loving the house made fries. Next up, bringing my friends

Directly across the street from our hotel, so after a long flight we decided to give it a try. Unclear what they are going for here. The place doesn't really have an identity. Had a few TVs with sports on but it's not really a sports bar. No hostess when we walked in so we seated ourselves. Server, who was very friendly, came over after about five minutes and we had to ask her to bring us some menus. Ordered from their cocktail menu. Drinks were good, not great. My wife got a tuna salad while I opted for a burger. Burger was solid: two patties, very juicy, house sauce was tasty. Interesting fries, sort of a hybrid of a fry and a chip, aggressively salted which I like. My wife was disappointed with her salad. At the $18 price point, one is expecting an entree sized salad, but what she got was the size of a side salad. There was a surprising lack of greens and not a lot of tuna. Though tasty, it was underwhelming. The overall experience was closer to 3.5 stars but I'm giving them a half bonus point for the music which was all my fav songs from the 80's. Note the music is quite loud, it was difficult to hear our server, which might be off putting to some.

Had I read the reviews before visiting, I may have been deterred. I'm so glad I went in with an open mind (and a half full belly). My foodie friend and I visited on a quiet, but surprisingly balmy night earlier this week. We were given VIP treatment from the get go, so I was immediately smitten. I'm on the tail end of a diet AND I'm vegetarian, so I wasn't expecting to have many options. I was pleasantly surprised. I didn't try everything on our table but the things I did try were delicious. Starting with the fries...solid. They initially appeared to be potato, which would've been fine. Instead, they were slightly thicker than potato chips, but not as thick as potato wedges. They were crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and seasoned to perfection. Outside of this diet, I could see myself eating an entire plate of them. The Beet It salad was so lovely. It was simple, colorful, and light. I ate around what I couldn't have (i.e. the salad dressing) for the sake of being a good dinner companion, but modification requests would've been acceptable. Lastly, the roasted cauliflower was the pièce de résistance! It was still piping hot when we received it in all of its golden brown glory. It was perfectly cooked and it sat atop what looked to be the creamiest hummus I've ever seen. The hummus was another restricted item for me, but my friend had it and described it as being "more subtle in regards to the chickpeas, and flavorful". Can't wait to have the entire dish soon! Honorable mentions for the tuxedo pasta covered in mushrooms, the chicken wings (which I'm told were tender and juicy), and the dessert which shall not be named. We tasted both mocktails and they were also delicious. The Ruby Red had more of a "dry" taste and was very grapefruit forward. The mule tasted exactly like a Moscow mule minus the booze. Hats off to the bartender(s) and our server! We also had the opportunity to speak to the manager, Eddie. He checked on our table as soon as we sat down and once we'd finished our meal. He explained that, while the restaurant's name has remained the same, the concept has changed. I never got the chance to visit Bijan's before the new management took over. I'm sure it was great, but I'm pleased with the current concept. Wishing them all the best!

Lucky for my roomates and I this place was open on Thanksgiving so we stopped here for dinner. I got the turkey dinner which was a Thanksgiving special and it was good! We also ordered drinks. I got the Jailbird cocktail and a Moscow Mule, which were both good. I tried my roommates burger, fries, and gnocchi and they were all tasty, so I'm definitely looking forward to coming back not on Thanksgiving and trying more of their menu. This restaurant was so cute with a bird theme and decorated very nicely. We sat in a comfy booth and enjoyed looking around at all of the pictures on the walls. Our server was so sweet and attentive, and the other staff members were so nice to us as well. I could just tell this restaurant was great from the moment we walked in and got greeted by the host to the moment we left and they told us bye and thanked us for coming. Great place and a great time!

A fervent plea to whomever is Bijans new owner! Bijans has been my local for 15+ years, and I've never witnessed it in such dysfunctional shape. "New items are ok, but people love Bijans for the tried and true! Dont throw out the baby with the bath water!

Gosh do we miss the old Bijans. We would go there 3-4 times a week. Loved the menu, the atmo and staff. The place was ALWAYS BUSY. We wish they'd bring back the old menu. The bolognese spaghetti, the meatloaf, the bananas foster. How about happy hour! No clue how the new Bijans is going to make it. No matter when we walk by, the place is practically empty. The books don't lie. Management must be disappointed in revenue. We half expect to walk by one of the days and see windows papered over and "closed" signs.

Food was great!!! Wagyu burger rocked! Bonus points for being open after midnight on a Sunday!

So I remember going to Bijan's before the closing and reopening & let's just say this is the totally new place & menu just with the same name. a lot of the signature and staple items that were on the previous menu are no longer on there which is probably what brings the original customers back. they'll be in for surprise though... The barbecue salmon, calamari & so many other amazing dishes are no longer available. So we visited there yesterday night and let's just say it was a waste of time and money. The wings were terrible! They tasted as if they were freezer burnt and dropped in the fryer. They were supposed to be hot wings but They're actually naked wings slightly drizzled with some type of sauce. The wagyu burger & fries were good. All in all it's not the same Bijan's. Disappointed.

It'd be easy to blame the pandemic on the closing of another wonderful place, but I've got a feeling that the latest owner -absentee owner - Florida, I heard- had just as big a hand in the demise. He let his airhead girlfriend , who obviously had no previous experience, run what was a wonderful neighborhood place with a loyal clientele and great food- right into the ground! BTW, they're closed, as of Monday. (A year, that's gotta be some kind of record for incompetence). Shame. Shame. Shame.

Thank you, Stephanie for your service on last night. I enjoyed the recommended pasta with mushrooms. The atmosphere was relaxing, clean and warm.

OMG I am so SAD! Great decor but the menu absolutely was not what I expected. Paid $35 for a catch of the day that was so sad and mediocre. Drink was semi OK. I get what they are trying to do but man, I wish they renamed it. This is NOT the Bijans we knew! Staff is kind.

Loved this place back in the day and still love! Great food! The fries, shishito peppers and Caesar salad were excellent! So glad this place reopened!

I had the classic cheeseburger with fries and a margarita. The service and the food were both really good! I wanted a quick bite to eat and that's exactly what I got. I will definitely be back. The menu is a bit limited in my opinion. I do wish they added a bit more fries as a side to the plate.

Excellent food and service!!! The steak sandwich is the best! I'm glad it has re-opened under new owners/management/staff.

If you haven't been to Bijan's Bistro for Brunch yet, definitely keep it in mind, especially since they offer it all day on the weekends! Its a casual place but feels a bit more upscale with the dark cherry wood surrounds. My "go-to" here is the Classic Steak & Eggs made your way with a side of Bacon. Kudos to the Kitchen staff for always getting it just right:) If you feel like treating yourself, Bijan's offers $5 mimosas and an extensive bar menu with a friendly neighborhood vibe. Go for it - You deserve it! Hungry late night? Bijan's has your back then too. Service is a bit inconsistent though. Sometimes its amazing and other times I'm frustrated by MIA waitstaff. I will say they recently added this young kid who impresses the heck out of me so I try to sit in his section when possible.

the food is imaginative and perfectly executed. The ambiance is welcoming and relaxed. they pour an excellent drink. Go!

Best mac n cheese pasta Loved the place specially because we found a table here easily on a Saturday night. The ambience was great, not too loud music, dim lights, perfect to hangout and grab some drinks. We just had appetizers and couple drinks and loved it plus service was great. Would love to go back again any time.

Went in for a drink and appetizers. Had a couple of glasses of wine. When the check came the bartender said we don't sell that by the glass so I charged you for the bottle and you can take it home. Manager came out and said the bartender is new . He went back and reduced a $125 bottle to $60 for two glasses. I didn't argue, paid the bill, left no tip and left. Won't be back there again. There are many places within walking distance that are far better in all aspects than this place.

We arrived in Chicago late and wanted to stop by and get something to eat. We came here after wondering around a while looking for a spot. The food was good, service was friendly but not the quickest (they were busy). Had a nice dinner to end the day. Highly recommend the cajun pasta, delicious & spicy! Food: 4 stars Price: 3.5 stars Service: 3.5 stars Cleanliness: 4 stars Overall Experience: 3.5 stars

Great for late night food. Sometimes the kitchen gets overwhelmed but with the wait. We went two nights in a row. Had the French onion soup, burger, spicy chicken sando, chicken pot pie, and banana bread pudding. Everything was exception and would recommend.

It's always sad to see a great restaurant ruined by new ownership. I've been going to Bijan's for over 10 years and have always been happy to wait an hour for a table on a Friday night because the food was fantastic, the staff was above and beyond, the drinks were strong. The new ownership changed the entire menu and the food was edible at best. We ordered the poutine fries, baja burger, mac n' cheese and a few appetizers and it all pretty much tasted the same. A real shame since I used to think they had the best mac n' cheese in the city. For drinks we started with martinis that were made poorly and had to switch to beers after. The staff had also been completely changed. Although they weren't rude, nothing stood out, and they neglected to add the Happy Hour discount on our tab. We won't be back. I'd give the place a year or two before they close.

It was after midnight late on a Sunday, we'd only had a few appetizers earlier in the evening and were looking for something substantial to eat. Bijan's was recommended to us, as they had a full menu and would be open very late, I believe until 4 a.m. We came here and had a seat at the bar, watched the replay of that day's Cubs game on one of the TVs and were able to order food. I'm unsure if it was their full menu, but for us, especially that late, it was more than adequate. I had the club sandwich while my partner had the chicken pasta, and we also ordered a bottle of pinot grigio to share. The bartender/server was decent all night, the place remained relatively full during our entire time here, the food was good and the markup on the wine vs. retail wasn't bad at all. The only critical comment was that the bartender/server was talking to one of the patrons about an upcoming political rally and it was obvious that not everyone seated there was in agreement with the bartender. Political discussions involving the staff really don't have a place in a restaurant setting IMO.

Great to see Bijan back in business. Great new lokk and the food and cocktails are wonderful. Whether you are looking for late night dining or a great place for lunch, Bijan is the place!

This tony River North bistro was the perfect spot for a nice and relaxed dinner after a hectic day. Since it stays open late, I was told this place never gets crowded. The service was quicker than I would have expected and a BIG plus was that I was able to charge my devices while still enjoying a formal, elegant dining. My duck à l'orange was crisp and tender with a well-balanced flavor, accompanied by perfectly cooked al dente green beans. Paired with a glass of espresso martini, dinner turned out great! Very reasonably priced menu considering the neighborhood and food quality. I definitely recommend coming here whether for business or pleasure.

It's hard to categorize Bihan's because of the incredibly diverse menu, which offers something for nearly every taste, from French and Mediterranean food to Burgers and sandwiches, Italian, and even bar food. We liked everything we had, but in particular the spinach artichoke dip with lavash was really excellent. There's an extensive bar, and all the standard cocktails as well as wine and beer. Service was friendly and attentive. In addition to all-day dining they server really late (4am).

If you're looking for amazing fresh food, delicious cocktails, great service and a comfortable atmosphere this is the place! I highly recommend Bijan's!

Permanently CLOSED. Not surprising. Bijans changed hands 3 times since the Covid outbreak. A once great, classy restaurant went downhill in every way imaginable. I and my family and friends kept giving the series of new owners a chance to get it right. We finally said "no more." We all commented, "they can't stay in business; they're terrible." Poor food, sloppy staff, lousy drinks. Bizarre changes to decor --- weird contemporary funky lights with glass beads in an old French bistro? Seriously? Hire an interior designer before messing with a classy place. The bell doth tolled for Bijans. The windows are now masked with brown paper and display menus are gone. Sad but predictable. Unless the original owner, management team, chef and servers all returned, it was just a matter of time. We mourn the loss of the old Bijans. We wish the original owner would come back and bring his entire team with him. There is no substitute for this place.

The service was amazing both times we visited. Jeremy was the best server of all over Chicago this week. He greeted us with smiles And called us by first name. He joked, laughed, and carried on full conversations with us. The food was good, but the drinks were better. Great atmosphere!

This place hit the spot for us. Spent most of our afternoon walking around town that we made it here really late. Dinner was very pleasant. Service was excellent, very attentive. Wonderful food. The place is small. I don't recommend for large groups. Food is reasonably priced with good portions

Prior to bars and clubs being shut down, this used to be my favorite late night spot to get food after going out. The food here is delicious, especially for a late night spot. I recently had brunch here. Due to covid they have a few tables for outdoor seating. They have the outdoor seating tented off with adequate heaters. Everything I have ordered here has been delicious. I highly recommend any of the pasta dishes.

This place use to be THE late night spot for food. Seems like they upgraded the inside, limited the menu, and raised the prices. The server we had was excellent and very attentive however.

Really wasn't blown away by much. Had a French onion soup and Burger w fries. Soup was an good but they use white wine broth and mozzarella. It was good just not traditional. Burger was underwhelming to say the least. Small patty, large bun. Toppings were very basic. Fries were extremely salty. Needed a few cups of water with that meal. Overall food was edible but nothing I have to come back for.