Grand Cru Chicago

Name: Grand Cru Chicago
Address: 1119 West Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60642, US
Telephone: (312) 480-2977
Price range: $$
Rating: 5

Grand Cru Chicago: Expertly curated wines, cozy tastings, and a welcoming BYO-friendly hangout.

5(21 reviews)

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Grand Cru Chicago is a welcoming wine bar and shop at 1119 W Grand Ave in Chicago. Run by Matt, it curates an accessible selection by the glass and bottle, hosts weekend free tastings, and offers thoughtful flights. BYO food is welcome and the space is pet-friendly. Guests explore wines from Greece, Argentina, Portugal, South Africa, and more in a warm, unpretentious setting.

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1119 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642, USA

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1119 West Grand Avenue

Chicago, IL, 60642

(312) 480-2977 www.grandcruchicago.com/

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Wine Flights

Curated tastings of unique wines by region or varietal, perfect for exploration.

Retail Wine Sales

Affordable bottles from global regions like Greece, Argentina, and South Africa.

Weekend Free Tastings

Educational and fun guided tastings, often themed (e.g., Sicily, Bordeaux).

BYO Food Policy

Bring your own takeout to pair with wines in our cozy ambiance.

Special Events

Hosts comedy nights and other gatherings for community engagement.

Expert Recommendations

Personalized wine guidance from owner Matt based on your preferences.

5.00 · 21 reviews

Overall rating

Rebecca Steffens

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· 4 months ago

Natalie Jones

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· 4 months ago

Grand Cru has officially become our #1 wine shop in the city. The element of discovery is our favorite part about going because there are always new wines we’re trying and recommendations the folks there are making. They are always hosting themed wine events and promoting on their instagram so it’s also a great place to build local community.

Max Kavy

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· 4 months ago

Abby Blanchard

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· 4 months ago

Great wines! The owner is super knowledgeable and we had a nice place to sit!

Rebecca Z

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· 5 months ago

Love this addition to the neighborhood. Grand Cru has something for everyone when it comes to wine. Need something as a gift, check! Need a nice bottle for that friend who knows everything, check! Want something to drink on a warm summer patio, or with a fancy meal, check and check! The prices are reasonable and Matt, the owner is incredibly knowledgeable and can help you pick something for any of the aforementioned scenarios. The best part is he is nice and easy going and will guide you to something great without making you feel stupid about wine. Finally they offer tastings on most Fridays and Saturdays which is super laid back and unpretentious and a fun way to try something different and learn something new. The spot is super cute and would work for date night, grabbing a glass of wine with friends, or even popping in solo for a glass of wine on the way home from work. They are also happy to do blind tastings if you are learning more about wine or looking for a fun challenge. Best part, they are dog friendly so bring your furry friend and grab a glass of wine

Karen Pahl

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· 5 months ago

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