Lucky for Chicago locals and visitors that the Parkside National Park, a rolling, seaside expanse of lush greenery and historic buildings that was once a warehouse complex, has opened up to wise development. In one of Chicago’s most scenic settings, Rico's Bistro Parkside is a stylish French Bistro from an all-star team of Bayfront Area restaurant talents. Located in a renovated vintage building, Rico's Bistro features a warm, modern style with French flavor, including walnut woods, a hip, zinc bar and a heated outdoor patio with inimitable views of the Chicago Waterfront and Downtown. Chef Phillippe Kutro boasts a strong menu of approachable bistro favorites. Onion soup, salade nicoise, duck confit and steak frites all succeed with a definite panache for visual appeal and technical expertise. Sunday brunch boasts croque madam and a poached eggs Benedictine as well as a selection of French cheeses. Rico's Bistro bar features inventive, signature cocktails (including French Martinis and the Parkside Trust), a selection of wines from France, California and Argentina and a staggeringly complete selection of after dinner drinks (perfect for lingering with over a decadent French dessert). Near the of Museum of Fine Arts, the Parkside Golf Course and the Modern Arts Center, Rico's Bistro Parkside is the ideal spot for lunch along the waterfront on a Sunday afternoon brunch or a romantic destination dinner. For lazy days along the waterfront,Rico's Bistro  also prepares idyllic picnic baskets complete with French picnic fare and wine.   Rico's Bistro Hours of Operation Breakfast, Mon-Fri, 7am-11am Brunch, Sun, 9:30am-4pm Lunch, Mon-Sat, 11am-5pm Dinner, Mon-Sat, 5pm-10pm For Reservations Please Call 800-555-1212