Frontera Grill · Chicago
Rick Bayless's Bib Gourmand River North regional Mexican institution since 1987
Why we recommend Frontera Grill in Chicago
Frontera Grill is a Bib Gourmand honoree in the Michelin Guide and a genuine Chicago institution, Chef Rick Bayless's River North cantina running strong since 1987. It is also a James Beard Outstanding Restaurant winner, and it more or less taught the city what regional Mexican cooking could be. This is the reference point, the room that other Mexican kitchens in Chicago get measured against, and it still feels alive rather than embalmed by its own reputation.
What to expect in the room and on the menu
The setting is a vibrant, art-filled regional Mexican cantina with a lively bar that sets the tempo for the whole room. Start with the Frontera ceviche and a round of table-shaken margaritas, which is how regulars open every visit. The carnitas a
Address: 445 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, Chicago
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Hours of operation
- Tuesday: 17:00 – 22:00
- Wednesday: 17:00 – 22:00
- Thursday: 17:00 – 22:00
- Friday: 17:00 – 22:00
- Saturday: 17:00 – 22:00
- Sunday: 17:00 – 22:00
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