Topolobampo · Chicago
Rick Bayless's refined River North Mexican, starred for 15 years running
Why we recommend Topolobampo in Chicago
Topolobampo is chef Rick Bayless's fine-dining landmark in River North, the elevated sibling to the beloved Frontera Grill next door. For decades it has been the room where refined, regional Mexican cooking is treated with the seriousness usually reserved for the great European kitchens, and it remains a Near North Side institution.
Topolobampo holds one Michelin star, and it has held that star for 15 consecutive years since 2010 - one of the most durable star runs in the city and a testament to how consistent Bayless's kitchen has stayed.
What to expect in the room and on the menu
Topolobampo is an upscale, refined fine-dining Mexican room, polished and warm without losing the soul of the cooking. The menus rotate seasonally every six to eight w
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
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