Kennyz wrote:...a couple of doors north at The Bristol, they make a damn fine burger with some just-as-fine fries. It might well be the best burger I've had in this town.

Tweet that and I'll try Bristol's burger too

(actually I've had the Bristol burger, and I vaguely don't remember that it was fine, but not memorable - and the fries were good)

Kennyz wrote:I haven't had the Duchamp burger, but a couple of doors north at The Bristol, they make a damn fine burger with some just-as-fine fries. It might well be the best burger I've had in this town.

I stopped into the Bristol last night expecting to have a burger and was surprised to find it no longer on the menu. The waiter said the city found their wood burning grill a safety hazard and apparently they weren't getting the same results with a conventinal grill. So no more burger. We had a very nice meal nonetheless, the roasted summer squash and baby back ribs were especially good.

After just having a very nice meal there last week, I was surprised to read that Duchamp had served its last meal Sunday night.

Arugula persimmon, bacon lardon, warm goat cheese, hazelnut vinaigrette


Country Terrine house-pickled vegetables, whole grain mustard, crostini


Butternut Squash Risotto apple, candied pecan, beech mushrooms, foie butter, truffle oil


Seared Foie Gras pine nut whiskey cake, sauternes-cranberry cordial


Steak Frites grilled hanger steak, demi-glace, herbed compound butter, crispy romano frites


Dark Chocolate Mousse caramel, peanut butter, caramelized white chocolate


Parfait

chicago.eater.com wrote:After more than four years, Duchamp served its last meal Sunday night and is now officially closed. Co-owner Jason Freiman said the timing and price were right to sell the business. The new owner will reconcept while Freiman and his partners focus on their other spots, Bangers & Lace, The Anthem and their forthcoming Hubbard Street restaurant and bar.

I loved Duchamp's patio. Hopefully the new owners will utilize the space.