Wine Spectator’s 2010 Award of Excellence
2010 OpenTable Diners´ Choice Winner
Wine Spectator’s 2009 Award of Excellence
2009 James Beard Nominee
Best Chef Great Lakes 2009
2008/2009 Zagat
28 food
28 french
28 business
28 worth the trip
27 service
Celebrity Chef Michael Maddox
Four years into ownership, Michael and Susan Maddox continue the Tradition at this longtime Northwest Suburban temple of exceptional New French fare that’s not as fancy as it used to be (though the robust sauces and dessert evoke old Paris); the staff remains courteous and pleasant (gone are the silver haired servers), a knowledgeable sommelier oversees the excellent wine list ... it’s not pretentious- just a great place to celebrate.
2008 Chicago Magazine
One of the top five hands-on cooking classes in Chicago.
Michael Maddox has reinvigorated his menu and sharpened his execution of classically inspired cooking at his elegant suburban French bastion. Delightful amuse-bouches and final mignardises frame a meal that may start with excellent, traditionally accessorized house-smoked salmon or delectable pheasant and dried cherry pâté en croûte with roasted garlic confit and pomegranate essence.
Potato-tarragon-crusted corvina in lobster fennel nage with bok choy and savoy cabbage slaw makes for a fine entrée, while, on the meat side, the same can be said for a sumptuous hunter’s plate of braised leg of rabbit with mustard sauce, seared venison with huckleberry sauce, and mushroom-mousse-stuffed quail with forestière sauce. Preorder one of the top-notch soufflés in unusual flavors, perhaps apricot ... Extensive wine list.
-Chicago Magazine 2 ½ Stars.
2009 Metromix
This especially romantic restaurant has been an area favorite for over three decades. The menu here, courtesy of chef/co-owner chef Michael Maddox, takes classic French ideas and gives them contemporary spins. Wild game is a house specialty, as is a wine list assembled to enhance the often exotic menu -- so if you're not sure what goes best with New Zealand venison loin au poivre, don't worry. The dining room is warm and soothing, with abundant fresh flowers, a fireplace and--dare it be said--sultry lighting. For value and variety try the multi-course menu gourmand.
- Metromix/Chicago Tribune
2008 TEC Certified Green Facility Award
By taking the initiative in reducing energy consumption and cutting carbon emissions, this forward thinking company is committed to help protect our environment one step at a time. Total Energy Concepts, Inc.
2008 Open Table Ratings By Customers
One of the Top Ten French restaurants in Chicago
One of the Top Ten restaurants in Northwest Suburbs
One of the Top Ten Best Food
One of the Top Ten Romantic Spots
One of the Top Ten Notable Wine List
One of the Top Ten Special Occasion restaurants in Chicago
One of the Top Ten Service
2007 Wine Enthusiast Magazine
Award of Unique Distinction
One of the Top Ten French restaurants in Chicago
"Chef Michael Maddox oversees a menu that has delighted Chicago diners in nostalgic French tradition for three decades. The menus revolve around French classics ... Ask the maître d' to guide you among the 1,000 bottles of the wine list. Check out live jazz the first two Fridays of the month."
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"My grandparents recently had a party there for their 60th wedding anniversary and it was perfect. The food was impecable. It probably the fanciest restaurant I've ever been to... The service was great; they definitely kept the wine flowing... It was a great night. A perfect treat for the family and a great way to celebrate a special occasion."
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There is enjoyment to be found here. And the prices, considering the pleasing atmosphere and high level of food quality, are quite reasonable...
3 ½ Stars
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With the retirement of Chef Pierre & Judith Pollin after 30 years at nationally renowned Le Titi De Paris, in suburban Chicago, came the passing of the torch to the next generation. And who more ideal than Pierre’s longtime Executive Chef, Michael Maddox and his wife, Susan.
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The wine list is a library volume. Service is smart but not ponderous. In its third generation of ownership, the restaurant remains true to the pursuit of excellence.
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One of Chicago ’s favorite and most enduring restaurants is quietly tucked away in the suburb of Arlington Heights. Le Titi de Paris has been pleasing patrons for more then 30 years, providing elegant and masterful interpretations of French cuisine in a relaxed and intimate setting.
Le Titi de Paris is the perfect place to celebrate an anniversary or special occasion. The quality of the cuisine, affordability and attentive service has created a loyal following of patrons who dine there regularly.
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