Visiting markets is one of my favorite activities whether I’m traveling or at home. Chicago has a wonderful little French market for the public. The “French” title may be a little misleading. Yes there are cheeses, wines, macarons, and more, but there is also lobster, falafel, and bahn mis.
If you are in the area, and you’re looking for something a little different, check out the market. If you spend $20 or more, parking is free! Check out the vendor websites ahead of time to see what tugs at your curiosity.
Produce
Meats
- Bebe’s Eatery
- City Fresh Market
- Fumare Meats
- Lillie’s Q
- Pastoral Artisan Cheese, Bread & Wine
- The Hot Dog Guy
Cheese
Prepared Meals
- Bebe’s Eatery
- Buen Apetito
- Da Lobsta
- EJ Sushi
- FliP Crepes
- Frietkoten Belgian Fries & Beer
- Fumare Meats
- K-Kitchen
- Klay Oven Kitchen
- Le Cafe du Marche
- Lillie’s Q
- Little Goat Bread
- Pastoral Artisan Cheese, Bread & Wine
- Presto Cafe & Grill
- RAW.
- Saigon Sisters
- Sam’s Gourmet Lasagna & Pasta
- Spicy Monkey Soup Co.
- The Hot Dog Guy
- Wisma
Bread & Pasta
Snacks
Baked Goods and Sweets
- Beavers Coffee + Donuts
- Bebe’s Eatery
- Delightful Pastries
- FliP Crepes
- Fumare Meats
- Little Goat Bread
- Pastoral Artisan Cheese, Bread & Wine
- RAW.
- Vanille Patisserie
Ice Cream/Gelato
Specialty Coffee/Smoothies/Health Drinks
Special Essentials
- Abbey Brown Soap Artisan
- Les Fleurs
- Oh, Olive!
- Pastoral Artisan Cheese, Bread & Wine
- RAW.
- Saigon Sisters
- Wisma
Beer, Wine, and Spirits
On a side note, word on the street is that the current ESPN Center in Chi Town will be turned into a giant indoor market. This is all rumor, so don’t take my word for it, but if it is true, then my dreams are coming becoming a reality!
Liberated Traveler 
Oh, man, those macaroons are calling my name! “Sharon…ne voulez-vous pas démenager à Chicago…simplement pour goûter des macarons ?”
Looks like a great place – just a bit too far away for me….. Hate to be a stickler, but it is “macaron”, not “macaroon”.
Oh dear, that is not good. Thanks :).
Did any of it taste like/compare to Paris?
You have so many travel experiences you just soak up all your experiences, your blog is a sheer joy to read.
Thank you so much, Alex! I only wish I could travel more often and share more adventures. Thank you for reading!
I must remember this place the next time I head to Chicago.
I really want to go to Chicago! North America will definitely be my next overseas trip, I’ll be sure to come back to all these posts and take note! Cool post 🙂