CDA

4.2 (1191)

$31 to $50

Contemporary French

20 East Chestnut Street, Chicago, IL 60611

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CDA

4.2

$31 to $50

Contemporary French

Streeterville

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

About this restaurant

Innovative
Romantic
Good for special occasions

Located at the corner of Rush and Chestnut in Chicago's Gold Coast, Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile offers French-inspired dining and sophisticated hospitality in two distinctive settings.

Under the direction of Executive Chef Daniel Hofler, Café des Architectes (CDA) welcomes guests and locals for breakfast and lunch daily as well as brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy French-inspired cuisine with local influences, from our Signature French Toast to Le Burger.

Le Bar offers an intimate, elegant atmosphere with floor-to-ceiling windows, rich leather textures, and contemporary design. Discover handcrafted cocktails, a curated selection of wines and Champagne, paired with elevated bar fare in a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere

Both dining destinations are conveniently accessible from the hotel's lobby level.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French, Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 07:00–11:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30–14:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:00
Contact
(312) 324-4026 ext. 4063
Website
https://www.sofitel-chicago.com/dining/cafe-des-architectes/
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Daniel Höfler
Private party facilities
The Cigale Private Dining Room is the ideal setting for any special occasion. It is perfectly suited for weddings, holiday parties, rehearsal dinners, corporate dinners, brunches, birthday parties and bridal showers. Partial or full buy-out of CDA is also available.

Location
20 East Chestnut Street, Chicago, IL 60611
Area
Streeterville
Cross street
Wabash (near Rush)
Parking Details
Valet parking is $15 for a maximum of 3 hours.
Public transport
Cabs plentiful, Red Line train (Chicago and State stop), CTA bus (22, 36, Michigan Avenue routes, incl. 151, 145, 146, 147).
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at CDA.

4.2

(1191)

4.2Food
4.2Service
4.1Ambience
0.5Value

Noise • Moderate

1,191 Reviews

KJ
KimJ
Tucson2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is always a staple when I visit Chicago !! The French Press and fresh croissants are a must!
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lovethehood Gold
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 25 February 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Really enjoyed the lunch. We were the only people in the room as it was a bit late, 1:30, when we arrived and we were never rushed. Very pleasant experience.
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Parps
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on 9 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious affordable food with awesome atmosphere. We will go back, highly recommended!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 January 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was the best meal on rest week- new to neighborhood and will be back!!!
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TonyP
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
2.0
Dined on 29 January 2020
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
This restaurant has changed. They used to have a real chef, they don't anymore. Felt like pre-cooked, warmed up, cafeteria food.
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NickE
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on 26 January 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great dinner. Lovely staff. Really enjoyed our time.
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MarinaS Gold
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined on 22 January 2020
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Did not meet my expectations. It use to be my favorite French restaurant.. Yelp, Open table still have old photos and reviews. Now it’s new menu, slow service and just pure disappointment
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago / Illinois24 reviews
3.0
Dined on 29 December 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
While the food was quite delicious, it was overshadowed by the poor service and ambience. The ambience feels like a 90s chrome explosion, very harsh and not enjoyable. For the service, we were very disappointed that we ordered several courses to share, and specifically asked for them to be spaced out so we could enjoy each course as it came. All five dishes were delivered within five minutes of each other. It was not an enjoyable experience. Sadly, I do not think we will return.
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Mike Gold
San Francisco Bay Area12 reviews
1.0
Dined on 5 December 2019
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
They never seated me and said I didn’t have a reservation
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ReinaC
Utah17 reviews
4.0
Dined on 3 December 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Sergio was wonderful and the male back waiter was very attentive but the older female with glasses who served us was awful. She hardly came by except for when she was trying to rush our meal and make us leave.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French, Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 07:00–11:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30–14:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:00
Contact
(312) 324-4026 ext. 4063
Website
https://www.sofitel-chicago.com/dining/cafe-des-architectes/
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Daniel Höfler
Private party facilities
The Cigale Private Dining Room is the ideal setting for any special occasion. It is perfectly suited for weddings, holiday parties, rehearsal dinners, corporate dinners, brunches, birthday parties and bridal showers. Partial or full buy-out of CDA is also available.

Location
20 East Chestnut Street, Chicago, IL 60611
Area
Streeterville
Cross street
Wabash (near Rush)
Parking Details
Valet parking is $15 for a maximum of 3 hours.
Public transport
Cabs plentiful, Red Line train (Chicago and State stop), CTA bus (22, 36, Michigan Avenue routes, incl. 151, 145, 146, 147).
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Make a booking

CDA

4.2

$31 to $50

Contemporary French

Streeterville

Make a booking

2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm