About Niche

Niche opened in August of 2006 with the goal of creating the best possible dining experience. We provide quality food, wine and service in an elegant, yet comfortable setting.

Chef Serena Perdue creates American Contemporary cuisine influenced by her traditional French training. She carefully prepares each dish to bring out as much flavor and love as possible, hoping to please the palate as well as the eye. She believes that good food takes time, and great food takes work. Niche fosters relationships with local growers and suppliers in order to highlight the freshest Midwestern produce and products. Our menu is constantly evolving and changes seasonally.

With the help and knowledge of Farmer Ted, Niche restaurant started a farm in the Spring of 2011 at The Bull Run Estate in Elburn.  We are excited to begin serving our very own, sustainably-grown produce in our dishes.  We are proud to be the first restaurant in the area to grow and serve our very own, fresh food.

General Manager and Wine Director Vince Balistreri has created an award winning all-American wine list featuring mostly limited production, boutique, and cult wines that highlight the best that America has to offer. Niche boasts a cellar of approximately 270 different wines, as well as around fifteen rotating wines that are offered by the glass. We believe that wine is a compliment to the meal; we emphasize food friendly varietals to enhance and accentuate our menu. Niche Restaurant was awarded the prestigious Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator in 2010 and 2011.

While food and wine are the focal points of the Niche dining experience, we also strive to give our guests flawless service. Our servers are knowledgeable, accommodating, and genuine. The servers try to personalize each experience and attend to even the smallest detail. We hope to exceed expectations and make every meal memorable.