Eco-friendly spot for fish & fowl plus acclaimed wines & a tasting menu in a sharp, modern space.
At a glance
#5 of 19 Restaurants in EvanstonLocalGuideWorld score: 4.59
Rating breakdown
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5 ★78%
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4 ★11%
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3 ★3%
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2 ★4%
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1 ★4%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of Oceanique?
- Oceanique is rated 4.6 out of 5 based on 245 reviews.
- How does Oceanique rank in Evanston?
- Oceanique is #5 of 19 Restaurants in Evanston by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Oceanique located?
- 505 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202 — 1.4 km from the center of Evanston.
- How can I contact Oceanique?
- Phone: (847) 864-3435 · Website: oceanique.com
Made reservations for a celebratory family dinner. We were greeted by Harry, the Hospitality Mgr and promptly seated at our table. Not for a moment did we want for anything. Upon being seated we were immediately asked for our desired libations , water and bread were promptly served as well. The specials were offered, orders taken, wine tastes inquired upon and suggested wine pairings made. I must say that we were ALL most impressed with our selections. Food was absolutely phenomenal and the service spectacular. We were personally checked in on by Owner and Chef Mark Grosz, several times throughout our experience. The experience left us all wanting for words. You will not be disappointed, Oceanique not only delivers on food and service but it delivers the complete experience of what fine dining should always be.
Classy restaurant in Evanston with high quality cuisine. Servers were also spectacular! Restaurant is family owned and operated, with Chef Mark Grosz and his wife, Renee Andre. The chef came out several times during the evening to personally check on patrons.
For saffron lovers, I highly recommend the bouillabaisse. Family enjoyed the Salmon, Walleye and Filet Mignon. We also ordered quite a few desserts (not pictured as the family dove in before I could snap photos 😂).
For a group of 6 we spent $750 including tip so expect to dish out some cash for a full experience. This is not a place you can skimp.
For saffron lovers, I highly recommend the bouillabaisse. Family enjoyed the Salmon, Walleye and Filet Mignon. We also ordered quite a few desserts (not pictured as the family dove in before I could snap photos 😂).
For a group of 6 we spent $750 including tip so expect to dish out some cash for a full experience. This is not a place you can skimp.
It was our first experience in fancy restaurants in Chicago. And it was fantastic. Love food, love atmosphere, love servers. All aspects were very high quality. But you need to know that tips are necessary in this place, just not to be surprised.
Excellent excellent excellent! Exceeded expectations in every way. The 5 course tasting menu was so perfectly flavored - definitely going to be our new go to nice dinner restaurant! We had the the salmon tartare amuse bouche, lobster salad, peach sorbet palate cleanser, sea bass, and a pumpkin and chocolate cream dessert. It was all delicious!!
In addition to amazing food. the team there was just lovely and thoughtful. We throughly enjoyed ourselves. We will return and highly recommend it to others!
In addition to amazing food. the team there was just lovely and thoughtful. We throughly enjoyed ourselves. We will return and highly recommend it to others!
Very nice restaurant with an emphasize on sea food!
Good idea to purchase the Groupon 5-course tasting menu option in advance, which can save you a 100 dollars. If not purchasing anything else other than the tasting menu, the total price is about 70 dollars per person (Groupon purchase fee included).
Not like other French restaurants, you will get really full here😄
Good idea to purchase the Groupon 5-course tasting menu option in advance, which can save you a 100 dollars. If not purchasing anything else other than the tasting menu, the total price is about 70 dollars per person (Groupon purchase fee included).
Not like other French restaurants, you will get really full here😄
Credit to Chef Mark, Pete and Braulio who totally spoiled us with phenomenal food and attentive, professional service. Their playlist is another thing that hit the spot besides your appetite.
Start to finish, it was non stop surprises. If you are a wine person, you'll spend hours to explore their wine selection.
Fresh oysters, beet goat cheese salad, swordfish, lobster, scallops, lamb.. all is too good to be true. You can't miss it
Start to finish, it was non stop surprises. If you are a wine person, you'll spend hours to explore their wine selection.
Fresh oysters, beet goat cheese salad, swordfish, lobster, scallops, lamb.. all is too good to be true. You can't miss it
It doesn't look like much from the outside, but it's a really classy joint. The interior dining room makes you feel like a million bucks. The service and the food formed an elevating experience, worth every penny.
We truly enjoyed this culinary journey and appreciated the excellent service by all of the staff!
Looking forward to visiting again soon!
We truly enjoyed this culinary journey and appreciated the excellent service by all of the staff!
Looking forward to visiting again soon!
Terrific seafood focused restaurant run by Chef Mark Grosz. All the fish is wonderfully prepared and other dishes are equally delectable. The bouillabaisse is a favorite of my husband's I lean towards the fish preparations. Save room for dessert. It's worth it!
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