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    Ricano's Restaurant

    4.2 (365 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Mexican
    Closed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Margaritas
    Sonny G.

    Just went in on a Thursday afternoon and enjoyed a margarita before going to the barbershop. I'd def stay and have a meal next time.

    Steak Burrito Bowl...to go.
    John A.

    Fantastic spot. Great location. Usually there is street parking to be found. Food is excellent. Portions are excellent. Service is excellent. Atmosphere is authentic small, basic and clean Value is high. Check out the patio in the back during good weather. It's spacious little oasis. I've had their breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Mexican and American fare. Everything is fresh and tastes great. I am ordering their chicken soup to go as it is one of my all time favorites. The pictures are from two different visits. One takeout and one sit down. Great family owned restaurant. I highly recommend.

    Chilaquiles verdes
    Julia Q.

    Stayed around the corner for a concert weekend. We found this place by walking about two blocks. At first glance it doesn't look like much just a closed down place. But inside it's quaint. The staff is friendly and attentive. I ordered chilaquiles with green sauce. The sauce was spicy! But the best thing was the pancake. It was cinnamon flavored and topped with condensed milk and powdered sugar. A great breakfast find.

    Chorizo-Rito
    Mike D.

    Nice little spot on Ashland. Stopped here for a late breakfast. Got the Chorizo-Rito and a glass of Sangria. Both pretty good! Service was excellent. They have a small bar with 1-2 TVs and apparently there is a nice patio in the back that is open in the spring-summer. Definitely will be back here again! Good salsa as well.

    Enchilada plate with rice and beans
    Parshv S.

    I've heard great things about this restaurant and had to try it! The staff was welcoming and was seated immediately when we got there. The atmosphere was lively as there was a rush of people that came in just a few minutes after we did. The complimentary chips and salsa were so good and started off with a Mexican coke which was yum! I ordered an enchilada plate and felt it was delicious and authentic! Highly recommend this gem of a place.

    Phil B.

    Nice spot just around the corner from the Chicago Hotel. They have Mexican and American. I got the pancake combo with scrambled eggs and bacon. It was all good. Only complaint they brought out syrup with nutrasweet in it. I can't do aspartame. So I cut up the strawberry my pancakes were decorated with and added strawberry jelly and butter. Husband got a ham and cheese omelette with a side of bacon. He ate it all so it must have been good. We both got Jamaica to drink ( pronounced ha mike uh ) hibiscus tea. It was very diffrent from what we are used to. It wasn't very sweet. Very good service and friendly.

    Almond French toast, hash browns, guava margarita
    Yvette Q.

    This spot has my favorite patio, away from the crowded scene of West Loop. Lots of room to space out. Located behind the restaurant where you don't catch any cigarette smell from sidewalk smokers like you do on Randolph. The only way to make dining al fresco enjoyable for a curmudgeon like me is at Ricano's. They have both Mexican food and American breakfast. The guava margarita and enchiladas with green sauce hit the spot. Refreshingly, they serve hash browns the way they're meant to be--classic, without onion or green pepper. And I don't even like French toast but I love their almond French toast because it's not eggy.

    Camarones a la Diabla
    Aileen F.

    This is such a cute little unassuming restaurant. I came here with my sister and boyfriend. We all loved our food. My sister got the guisado de puerco, I got the camarones a la diabla and he got the the quesadilla dinner. We also ordered some cantaritos which were very well made cocktails. The service was quick and friendly. They also have such a nice back patio area. I would definitely come back with a group of friends. They also have parking right in front. Come support a small business!!!

    Chicken tamale lunch special
    Dessa R.

    Lunch time gem! I would love to come here for breakfast and dinner too. Such friendly service when I arrived and I asked to be seated in the patio. Patio is hidden and spacious! Tamale lunch special for under $10 can't beat it. Staff treated my like family and would come back in a heartbeat. Staff kept property clean. Thank you.

    Apple Cinnamon Pancakes
    Ali M.

    This place is such a hidden gem. HUGE menu with a ton of options. We came for brunch and sat in the back patio which was lovely. Everything felt very clean and they give you paper menus and plastic silverware/disposable cups. Service was incredible - checked into on us frequently and were very sweet. Food was indreibleee. We ordered the Apple cinnamon pancakes and chilaquiles. Delicious. Prices were extremely resonance and they also had $3 mimosas on Sunday. Does it get any better?!

    Pastor Burrito
    Gerald B.

    I don't review much, I've become a regular here and I need to show my love. I LOVE this place. I honestly have only had the pastor, but I've had the tacos, the torta, and the burrito. You can't go wrong with any of these choices. I need to venture out and try more meats, but the pastor is so good that I keep going back to it. The service is always outstanding and it's always very clean here. My only complaint would be the tiny restroom. Highly recommend!

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    Amazing breakfast. Great service, very friendly. The best Mexican breakfast I have ever had

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    The food portions are very small for what you pay for Food The service was good , clean just don't think it's 4 star worthy.

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    A great place - Yummy food and wonderful staff! Street parking only, but other than that, you won't be disappointed.

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    Au Cheval

    Au Cheval

    4.4(9.5k reviews)
    1.1 miWest Loop, Near West Side
    $$

    so glad we tried this place! we actually only waited about 15 mins to get seated at the bar on a…read morewednesday night around 7pm. we came here for my boyfriends birthday and we were so happy we chose to celebrate here. the two people that helped us was antonio and issa and they made the experience 10x better. they were very attentive and friendly and just easy to talk to. gave us good recommendations and good vibes. we both really liked our drinks and were happy with the spread the food came out. we got to eat the bone marrow first which also came with this really good sauce it was almost like a meat jam but was so good on the bread and then put some of the bone marrow on for the perfect bite. now the burger, you just have to try it because it really is that good. the sauce in it was so good and it just had a really good flavor. it was just an elevated burger. we got fries as well and we shared the burger so it we were really full after. the server brought out ice cream with a candle and some sort of chocolate sauce too which just made the overall experience. we were really happy with the service and food and it just made my bfs bday that much more special and memorable.

    No good vegan options :(…read more I got the green salad and added avocado (paid extra just for 30% of an avocado) and extra dressing. Overpriced salad for sure. Also the outdoor seating was horrible. No umbrellas so we were melting under the hot sun the whole time. My friends enjoyed the fries but said the burger lacked veggies.

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    Au Cheval - The cooks were very attentive!

    The cooks were very attentive!

    Au Cheval - Crispy Fries & Potato Hash

    Crispy Fries & Potato Hash

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    Wings (very sticky so they come with hot towels)

    Little Bad Wolf - Bad Burger and a side of mac and cheese

    Little Bad Wolf

    4.4(2.6k reviews)
    7.3 miAndersonville, Edgewater
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    There's just something about a burger that actually lives up to the hype--and Little Bad Wolf does…read moreexactly that. Stacked unapologetically high, this burger is everything you want and more: juicy, perfectly seared patties layered with melty cheese, crispy bacon, and those golden, crunchy fried onions that take it completely over the top. Every bite is rich, savory, and just messy enough to remind you you're eating something seriously good. The toasted bun somehow holds it all together (barely), soaking up every bit of flavor without getting lost in the chaos. And then... the shoestring fries. Thin, crispy, golden perfection--light but addictive, with that ideal crunch that makes it impossible to stop at just one (or ten). They're the kind of fries you keep reaching for without even realizing it, especially dipped in that creamy, tangy sauce on the side. And let's not forget the drinks--just as good as the food. Refreshing, perfectly balanced, and the kind you sip slow while taking it all in (but somehow they disappear way too fast). It's not just a burger--it's one of Chicago's most iconic bites for a reason. Bold, indulgent, and absolutely worth every single napkin you'll need after. The ambiance inside is GORGEOUS!

    My husband and I walked in on a Sunday evening for dinner and were able to be seated right away…read more The atmosphere is dark and moody, and it made sense once I realized it was the same owners as Gretel. Loved the 90s female R&B playlist they had going! Little Bad Wolf has been on my list FOR YEARS to try the burger! My husband got the burger with fried onions and I got some Bao because those also looked delicious and were a popular menu item. Honestly the 3 stars are only that high because of the service. Our server was friendly and attentive + the food came out hot and quick. Unfortunately, the food was pretty disappointing. The burger was swimming in a puddle of grease and just picking it up made your hands greasy + was dripping grease. The fries that came with it were floppy, soggy, and sad...but at least warm? I personally wouldn't order this again. The Bao were better, but small for the price and honestly were just okay? It was nice they gave you sauces you could add, but I found the Bao's to already have enough sauce so I didn't need them. Overall I left feeling confused and disappointed. I don't feel the need to come back here - Little Bad Will was a one and done experience for me.

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    Fresh flowers

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    Shrimp Tacos

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    Bad Burger with fried onion strings

    Trivoli Tavern - Corn bread

    Trivoli Tavern

    4.5(974 reviews)
    1.0 miWest Loop, Near West Side
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    Had such a great night out with my daughter at Trivoli Tavern. From start to finish, everything was…read moreoutstanding. We started with the artichoke gratin and the salmon Caesar salad, and both were absolutely unreal. The flavors and quality were next level. My ribeye was cooked perfectly -- an incredible char on the outside, medium rare inside exactly as ordered, and seasoned unbelievably well. The mushroom casserole may have honestly been the best mushrooms I've ever had. My daughter's vodka rigatoni was top notch and packed with flavor. We finished with the sticky cake for dessert, which was the perfect ending to an amazing meal. On top of all that, our server Jenna was a total pro -- attentive, knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. One of the best dinners we've had in a long time. Can't wait to come back.

    So happy I snagged a reservation for this spot -- this was a highly rated restaurant and it…read moredefinitely lived up to the hype In regards of food: -- Pike Fish & Chips: 10/10 the reason I ordered this is because I read a review from someone who was British who said this was the best fish and chips they've ever had and I have to agree. The fish was so flaky and tender that it was falling apart. The breading was perfect. I also loved the fries it came with because they were crispy on the outside and had a good amount of potato in each bite -- Crispy Fried Chicken: 9/10 the breading was also perfect but I do think it's missing a good sauce. the dish is included with a bottle hot sauce but because I don't do spicy sauces, I did find the fried chicken a little dry on its own. Loved the coleslaw and mashed potatoes that came on the side though -- Lobster Mac and Cheese: 8/10 very creamy and cheesy but not much lobster flavor. wasn't a bad dish at all but I probably would skip this for next time because the other dishes were more of a standout -- Sticky Date Toffee: this is the dessert they're known for and I have to admit I was reluctant to try it at first. I don't really like dates or toffee and I had read a few reviews who mentioned it was a little salty. I'm not sure if they adjusted the saltiness based on feedback but I didn't find the dessert too salty at all. It felt so balanced- the warm sponge cake, the toffee sauce, the cold ice cream and crumbs for a little bit of texture all came together perfectly In the future I hope to try their vodka pasta with spicy sausage, their chicken pot pie, their cornbread, and Bella Punch or Cosmo In terms of service, our waitress was extremely attentive and sweet -- multiple wait staff were keeping our water filled and checking in with us But outside of the food and service, I will say I was a little disappointed they charge for reservations here - it's $2.50 person and even though the cost isn't that high, I think the concept of charging for a reservation versus taking a deposit or charging a no show fee is hard for me to get behind Keep in mind they also have a 3% surcharge included in the bill as well But overall I loved my experience dining here-- I think the have so many amazing dishes to try and it was so hard to choose so I definitely would love to come back to try more

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    Gelato & sticky date cake

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    Butterfinger pie

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    Chicken pot pie

    Cindy's Rooftop - Prawns Nayarit

    Cindy's Rooftop

    4.1(2.8k reviews)
    2.2 miThe Loop
    $$$

    Late night dinner and sips after the ghost gangster tour around Chicago! We picked Cindy's…read morerooftop at the Chicago Athletic Association on the 13th floor for stunning skyline views which was the perfect spot to just unwind from the busy day. Though we couldn't see much of Lake Michigan, we knew it was just right there. We enjoyed the fresh Caesar salad, creamy Rigatoni alla Vodka, and warm bread with herbed butter. , and an espresso martini and a glass of prosecco. For dessert, we ordered the baked Alaska (So good), and coffees which ended the night with perfection. Service: Cheers to Anthony for the wonderful service and great menu suggestions!

    We visited Chicago and we looked forward to every single meal we made reservations for, and both me…read moreand my husband agreed Cindy's rooftop is the top among all the restaurants we visited. We went on the memorial weekend, and we didn't know we are getting the brunch intead of the lunch menu. We were so gonna get that fish and chips equivalent, so it took us some time to finally decided on the meal choice. My husband got the breakfast with chicken sausages, while I got the burger. Their burger is great with two thin patties. The veggies and pickles with it is delicious. The bun is pretty good. The fries was decent. His breakfast is so much better than mine though! I tried everything on his plate and it was good! After we finished our meal, we also took some nice pictures at the balcony which you can see all the way to the Field Museum area on a nice weather day. The restaurant is conveniently located near the Grant Park area. We actually visited the cloud gate, fountain, The cultural center, Target/5 below, comic stores, route 66 sign, Chicago stock exchange arch, and the art institution all in that trip. Very convenient! Their reservation opens 2 weeks before. If we ever go back to Chicago, we will definitely visit them again. Hopefully I will complete my Invisalign treatment and can actual eat more food! The elevator is very "vintage" btw. We tried both the express and regular elevators and that was an interesting ride...

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    Espresso martini also #basic but also good.

    Cindy's Rooftop - Pink Moon Oysters* (Half Dozen)

    Pink Moon Oysters* (Half Dozen)

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