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Probably the nicest restaurant I've been to lookswise in Chicago. I was thoroughly impressed by the bathroom layout and how the restaurant presents itself. I also enjoyed the mussels because the sauce they used was 20/10. Although my great dish and the layout made my visit worth it, I thought the service was a bit underwhelming and the prices here are truly jaw dropping compared to other restaurants in the area. I think it's a nice treat to go to this place for a light app, but nothing more in my opinion
You should definitely come here with a large group, so you can try a variety of dishes. There were so many flavor and texture combinations. Our group liked everything we ordered: * Heirloom tomato and pickled peach salad with huitlacoche fondue and basil oil * Steak tartare, Melipona honey, chipotle aioli, dill, chives, crispy rice, and black brioche bread * Tlacoyo: Thick blue corn masa, black bean purée, haricots verts, salsa cruda, sour cream, and queso fresco * Mejillones: mussels, saffron beurre blanc, dried chorizo, pickled jalapeños, and masa madre bread * Tetela: Stuffed triangle-shaped corn masa, chicken tinga, sour cream, creamy chipotle, and queso fresco * Pulpo Enamorado: Guajillo roasted octopus, salsa macha, pickled carrots, peas, potatoes, and tonnato aioli * Carne asada with oven-roasted tomatoes and roasted fingerling potatoes * Charred corn ice cream, caramel, toffee, orange purée, honey gelée, and caramelized popcorn For drinks, I had the non-alcoholic cosmo, and liked the prickly pear syrup addition. The atmosphere is casual enough without feeling pretentious. The space is large for big tables and there is even a private room. For those who like modern Mexican cuisine with interesting ingredients and new flavor combinations, this is the place.
This is exactly my type of Mexican spot. Elevated without feeling too stiff and every dish had amazing flavor and presentation. Chef Carlos Gaytán was the first Mexican-born chef to earn a Michelin star and you can really tell there's so much technique behind everything. The vibes were super nice too. Dim lighting, warm wood interior, and one of the prettiest bathrooms I've seen in Chicago It starts off loud but calms down throughout the night. 8.5/10. Service was really good. Our server Leslie was sweet and gave solid recommendations. The check-ins slowed down later in the meal, but people were constantly refilling our waters which I appreciated. The steak tartare was delicious. Loved the flavor and the seed texture throughout it. Only thing I'd change is softer toast. 9/10. The tetela was INSANE. Perfect crunch on the shell and all the flavors worked together perfectly with the chicken. 9.5/10. For mains we got the barbacoa and costillas de res (we ignored the recommendation of getting only one main haha). Both were super tender with amazing texture and came with great garnishes, sauce, and tortillas. The short rib was my favorite. 9-9.5/10. Now the Maiz dessert... WOWWWW. One of my favorite desserts ever. Hard white chocolate shell on the outside with so many different textures going on. Ice cream, toffee sauce, brownie bits, flaky corn wrapper, caramel popcorn... every bite was perfect. 9.9/10. Overall this spot was chef's kiss Amazing food, beautiful space, and one of the best Mexican meals I've had in Chicago.
Food: overall good and flavorful! We ordered: - guacamole - papas zamoranas - mayan ceviche - tlacoyo - pollo con mole - barbacoa - Drinks I got the ultimo palabra . I was nervous I'd be disappointed because I had recently visited CDMX but everything was good. The maya ceviche was a red sauce and not what I was expecting, was hoping it'd be a bit more refreshing. Service: no complaints Ambiance: we sat in their covered patio area and it was pretty loud
Items ordered: Tetela (stuffed triangle-shaped corn masa, chicken tinga, sour cream, creamy chipotle, queso fresco) Costillas De Res (braised short ribs, tomato, onion, charred avocado, brussels sprouts, blend of guajillo & ancho chiles) I was in Chicago on a work trip, and had a rare off night with no plans. I decided to check out Tzuco, one of the restaurants of chef Carlos Gaytán, who competed on Top Chef. The style of cuisine here could probably best be described as contemporary Mexican. It was incredible, and I only wish I got to try a few more of the dishes. I booked a spot at the Kitchen counter. This is already a unique experience, as it's right next to the kitchen, and I had a view directly into seeing the preparation of all the food. I could clearly see the various stations, with one chef focusing on salads and ceviche, another two just focused on cooking proteins, and the one right in front of me finished and plated all the dishes. Because the plater was so close, I got a firsthand view of pretty much every single dish that the restaurant serves. The chefs were incredible, working at a breakneck pace. Every dish looked absolutely perfect heading out to the tables. The one dish that looked absolutely stunning, but I didn't order, was the mussels. It had a beautiful looking saffron-based broth, and all these little accoutrements like sautéed onions and pickled jalapeños. I was wearing slightly fancier clothing, and I didn't want to get that broth all over my shirt. The server was very friendly, and gave me a rundown of the menu. She politely tried to dissuade me from ordering both an appetizer and a large main, but I told her I had been fasting all day, and I was ready to take in some calories. She ended up talking me into the Tetela, a stuffed corn masa, and the Short Rib. Apparently the other proteins that the restaurant is really known for are the Cochinita Pibil (pork shank) and Barbacoa (lamb neck). My second choice was the pork shank, but ultimately I decided I'd rather have a beef main than a pork. Also, I regularly make slow cooked short rib, so I was curious how an elite restaurant would treat it. The Tetela was served first, and, oh my, it was just a total flavor bomb. I normally don't like queso fresco and sour cream, but I decided to just eat everything, including the sauces, the corn shell, and the chicken filling, in one bite, and it was heaven. I completely cleaned the plate. The red chipotle sauce was probably the best part of the plate for me, although the masa itself was really good too. The main was the short rib, which was absolutely stunning. First of all, I got to see the protein by itself resting in the kitchen prior to them plating it. It is a HUGE piece of meat. It was accompanied by some flour tortillas, charred avocado, a tomatillo-based salsa, some pickles, fresh herbs, and a pinto bean puree. I wanted to get everything into one bite, so I made tacos for everything. It was some of the best tasting food I've had, but with more acidity and more spiciness than I'm used to (in a good way!). The short rib was so tender and unctuous, the best kind of fatty. And every little thing served its purpose. The green salsa was really good, and the charred avocado in particular just added another layer of richness and fattiness to the short rib. I cleaned the whole plate for the short rib also, and at that point, I was probably pushing 3,000 calories. I didn't even look at the dessert menu, although I'm sure it would've been good also. If given the chance, I'd love to come back and try a few other dishes, especially the mussels and the lamb neck barbacoa.
Tzuco is more than just a restaurant; it's a celebration of Mexican culinary heritage that leaves you wanting more. Whether you're a lifelong fan of Mexican cuisine or a newcomer, this establishment promises a delightful experience that will have you coming back for seconds -- and thirds!
It was so lovely to make it back to Tzuco! The last time I ate here was in 2022 so when I was back in Chicago for work this month, I knew I had to make a reservation. I sat at the chef's counter (one of my favorite things to do especially if I'm dining solo) and took in the sights, sounds, and smells of the kitchen. I started with a ÚLTIMA PALABRA and it was fantastic! Honestly this should have been my drink of choice all night. For food I ordered the tuna ceviche and pulpo enamorado. Tuna Ceviche: incredibly delicious and fresh with a smoky kick. The yuzu cut through the fattiness of the tuna so well and it was my favorite dish of the night Pulpo Enamorado: I wasn't sure about it after my first bite as I thought the octopus had too much of a char. After sharing this thought with the manager when he checked in on my meal he let me know that taste was due to the salsa macha. HOWEVER, once I pairs the octopus with the pickled carrots, peas, potato tonnato aioli it was a match made in heaven. The octopus was cooked well and was super tender I ended with the Maiz for dessert which was such a delight to eat! The charred corn ice cream was encased in a candied (?) corn mold, caramel, toffee, orange purée, honey gelée with caramelized popcorn. I also had a Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán sighting! This trip solidified Tzuco as one of my favorite Chicago restaurants.
This is for your happy hour list. While it only goes til 5:30, this HH menu is more than enough to satisfy (and it's a totally original menu--only the guacamole and esquittes are on the main menu as sides). We tried the margarita and the carajillo (this one's for the espresso martini lovers) off the cocktail offerings and both were excellent. The chicharron de pulpo is not to miss and perfect for sharing, the tuna tostada has a kick and is a small bite. The hamachi collar is the real star, fresh and light but packed with flavor. I wish I had corn tortillas to roll it up in *chefs kiss. This is available in the bar area only and the servers were some of the best in the city--prompt and kind and gave great recs. We will definitely be back to sample the main menu.
Cute little area downtown. They have indoor and outdoor seating. The food was good but wouldn't say spectacular. They ran out of a dish and drink we wanted. They did give us a bday dessert. Service was a little slow but overall glad I tried it.
This is a fun, upscale Mexican restaurant. I made a rez a week prior. We were in Chicago for a business trip and a friend/fellow diner had been here for a business /group dinner and recommended we try it. Again (for her). The restaurant was accommodating when i called earlier in the day if we could push the rez back. They were so friendly about it. Three of us diners shared: MEJILLONES mussels,seffron beuro blanc. driad choriao, pickled jalepeton, house mada masa TETELA Stuffed triangle-shapad com masa chicken tinga. Sour cream, creamy chipotle, queso fresco BARBACOA with tortillas. We let them know that I am not able to handle spicy food. They were happy to place such sauces and salsas on the side. I was so grateful. The server was always helpful and eager to make our meal pleasant. Mission accomplished. The barbacoa lamb shank was very tender and the spices used were amazing. Wrapping a piece of fresh tortillas around a lamb bite was a tasty experience. My Hubby and friend both ordered cocktails and the second round came with instructions to taste one item first? The other was on fire. It resembled an old fashion? I wish I had tried the sangria. Next time. The desserts!! When a restaurant follows through with elevated desserts, it says a lot about the chefs and pride of the restaurant. We shared: MAÍZ Charred corn ice cream, caramel, toffee, orange purée, honey gelée with caramelized popcorn. It looks like a corn on the cob! But it is NOT! What a fun dish. So yummy! LIMON Lemon mousse, coconut crumble, lemongrass ice-cream, yuzu jelly. It was shaped and looked exactly like a lemon. It was refreshing and fun to eat. I love yuzu anything. Highly recommend!
Usually enjoy this place. I absolutely love their Horchata Latte Martini! I ordered both their specials, the lobster tostada and their drink special both of which I enjoyed. I only really came for a couple drinks and maybe something light. Unfortunately our server seemed extremely pushy and made us feel like we needed to hurry up. Even when paying for the bill he stood over me while I was getting the cash in order instead of waiting for me to leave the check on the table which made it extremely awkward. Ended up leaving and going to Z Bar down the street to finish up the night. Drinks food and atmosphere are great but service pretty much ruined everything else.
Always love tzuco! The mussels and the tzuco marg are my favorite part by far. The mahi mahi was delicious with the herby sauce, would definitely get that again!! First time sitting on the patio and it was a great vibe.
Late review from restaurant week back in early February! I've been to Tzuco a few years ago, but haven't gone back and thought this would be a good excuse to go since the restaurant week deal seemed worth it. We did the wine pairing too, and it was amazing! We were obsessed with the dessert pairing the most -- it worked so perfectly. I still think about it. We had a choice of an appetizer, entree, and dessert. For my appetizer, I got the tetela, which looked so beautiful on the plate, and it was even more tasty than it looked. For my entree, I got the pollo con mole, and the flavors all worked perfectly together. And for dessert, I got the cacao.
Great place in River North to enjoy shareable Latin meals. Lots of delicious flavors and options. Also a lot of different types of foods to choose from. Definitely a great place for you and a few friends for drinks and dinner, or a date. The vibe is fun and trendy. We ordered quite a bit of shareable plates and they were all quite filling and had great portion sizes! It was all shareable, and enough to feed at least 2 per plate. Their margaritas were also phenomenal. Get their house margarita and eat your way through dinner. The service was also great. Our server was attentive and helpful. I loved coming here. read more
5 months ago
6 months ago
I'm Mexican (as in, born and raised there and still a citizen) and, admittedly, can be picky/snooty about my Mexican food. This place is everything it's hyped up to be. Everything from the cocktails to the food to the ambiance and even the service was fantastic. I could write paragraphs on each item I tasted, but I'll focus on just one: the cochinita pibil was EASILY the best I've tasted in the United States and possibly the best I've ever had. Just so rich, delicious, and falling apart on my fork, the way it should. Yum. Everyone in my party enjoyed their entrees, but everyone kept asking for bites of my cochinita. Can't blame them. All of the desserts were great, too, and super creative. So glad to have tried this place before it wins a Michelin star. Can't wait to visit again. read more
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Arturo, thanks for taking the time to leave us a fantastic review!…
2 months ago
What an amazing meal! I love top chef, and am always looking to find chefs restaurants and this was a star. The food was outstanding and we got a bunch of apps to share. The tuna was absolutely amazing, and as always my favorite was the octopus. It. Was. Stellar. The sourdough bread with the cheese and mushrooms, was a standout as well. So. Delicious. I don't eat meat but the steak tartare look amazing, however I sure did try the bread, and absolutely loved it :) The desserts were standout, I got a corn ice cream that was absolutely knockout, and would go back just for that. Service was stellar, the ice was perfect in the cocktails and it was well worth a visit. Definitely will be back :) read more
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1 year ago
1 year ago
We ordered the Tlayuda Pibil which was spicy but delicious (and enough for way more than two!) The French Toast was to die for. The glaze was SO yummy and the bread was thick yet spongy. To drink we ordered a Horchata, Horchata Latte and Horchata Latte Martini. Everything was wonderful. We sat at the kitchen bar and watched the chefs prepare food. That was an incredible experience. I was amazed at how quick they got things out. It is definitely a well oiled machine. The staff were very friendly and the ambiance was lovely as well. Thanks for a wonderful experience! read more
1 year ago
Overall a great meal and experience. Tuna ceviche and Cochinita Pibil were both great, but the two items that stood out: 1) Tetela was fantastic! Great combination of flavors. You'll want another one after finishing it 2) Maiz dessert - the corn ice cream presentation was unique and delicious! Great sweet and a little savory mix. read more
We made reservations about a week in advance and came in for an early family dinner for four people on Friday night. We skipped lunch in preparation for this dinner because the reviews and the Michelin stars made us want to save all the room we could for the food of our future, and we were not disappointed! I got the Jamaica agua fresca, everyone else at the table got wine. My drink was good but was not the star for the evening. Our waiter was fantastic and started out asking about food allergies. I am lactose intolerant so I greatly appreciated this. We started off with appetizers, we ordered two orders of guacamole (one with cheese and one without) and two orders of the Tetela (one with dairy and one without). The Tetela was like a triangular shaped chicken tinga empanada, YUMMY! For dinner I got the the Costillas de res (short ribs of beef, pictured below). My husband got the salmon, my dad got the carne asada, and my stepmom also got the same thing I ordered. Everything was delicious!!! The food, the presentation, the decor, everything was amazing. You will not be disappointed in anything you order. The meals are pretty large so you will have leftovers, if you're not super hungry consider sharing an entree with someone. Note about the restrooms, very clean and modern restroom set up. The sinks are outside the bathroom and are shared. You'll see quite a few photos of that in other people's reviews, it is pretty cool. Go take a look even if you don't have to go. YES, we will be back to try more things from the menu! read more
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Carmen G.
Taeler, we greatly appreciate your positive feedback! It's always a…
2 years ago
Cute spot in river north, would be a fun date night or small group gathering. Music is not too loud. Service is attentive but not rushed. The food was excellent and we sat near enough to the kitchen that there were even more things I wanted to try! Next time. Had the burger, so unique and probably ties for my favorite burger in Chicago. Perfectly cooked and the toppings really made it shine. Tuna ceviche was fine but not standout. Also had the caramel cake for dessert and it was lovely. Sort of reminiscent of a tres leches style cake. Would totally come back to try the rest of the menu! read more
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Kaitlin, we greatly appreciate your positive feedback! It's always a…
5 months ago
High end Mexican cuisine in downtown Chicago night scene. Mostly conference and corporate patrons and some young adults on dates. Everything we ordered exceeded my expectations - flavorful and with just enough spices to bring out the authentic taste of Mexican food. The ribs were enormous and enough for two. The dessert was a delightful ending to our meal. read more
Wow!! Met a friend here for dinner and he and I both ordered the same. COSTILLAS DE RES and it was incredible!! Our server introduced himself and first question was are there food allergies. Bravo!!!!!!!!!!!!!! As an allergy sufferer (epipen carrier), I am always so impressed. He is allergic to fish and I tree nuts, sesame & beans. He pointed out what to avoid or can easily be modified. Our dinners were served on beans, mine was not. The tortillas were hot and fresh!! I had 3!! Served with minced onion and cilantro and a green sauce. The meat was so good! I usually don't take doggie bag, but let me tell you... the portion was huge and I was not wasting any part of it! I loved every juicy and flavorful bite! No appetizers or desserts. The place is not something you'd walk by outside and be wowed, but the interior is so awesome and architecturally appealing. It's a little loud, but not too dark inside. And as an older generation gal, I value lights, lol. I'll definitely return with friends. TIP: Make reservations and try to do it as soon as you have a time. The place was PACKED!! Not a seat in the place. The only thing that was insane was there is literally only 1 toilet for women. As the ladies stood there in a line, we could not believe it. Literally stupid and not expected for such a large establishment. So, beware. A confusing head-slapper. read more
My 19 year old made reservations for my bday and we were running more than 10 mins late . We showed up 20 mins later only to be informed our table was given away. We were so disappointed and had my mom and aunt in tow .... My 75 year old aunt got so upset and asked if they could accommodate us and finally the manager came out and got us a high top table with 2 additional seats for 6 people. We squeezed In and ordered a whole bunch of food including the red snapper on the menu. The service was good , the menu lacks chicken dishes and the drinks were meh. I have had better old fashioned. . Lauren the manager came up and checked on us a few times which was good. I hope chef Carlos will increase the poultry options and also improve the drinks . The guava pavlova was superb!! I will be back with my girlfriends read more
The ambiance and decor at Tzuco was absolutely stunning which immediately caught my eye- the design was super unique with the woodwork. The drinks were very good and beautifully presented. All kinds of elements including flames and interactive bits. A bit on the pricey side but had a really enticing selection. The food was equally stunning presentation wise, and packed tons of flavor and aroma. Started off with the queso fundido which was okay but didn't have much queso, mostly topped with a bunch of mushrooms and had a bit of a kick. Also started with the tetela which I hadn't had before and so glad I did! Super delicious and packed with flavor. For entrees, went with the cochiniti pibil which was massive and had the most delicious sauce and black bean puree. Also went with the salmon which was beautifully done. The dessert selection was tough to choose from- ended up taking our servers recommendation with the limon y miel which featured a beautiful lemon mousse, coconut crumble and lemongrass ice cream. The flavor combo was unreal! Our server had fantastic recommendations and was very attentive. Can't wait to come back in the summer when the patio is open! Definitely recommend Tzuco. read more
1 year ago
Food was incredible, service was incredible. Portions are large. The drinks are amazing. I had a mole old fashioned. 10/10 read more
3 months ago
Everything about this resto is food! We started with several appetizers and i am not kidding when it us not a hit or miss! My fave is carrots, Guac - it has a kick, and the Octupus. No idea what it was called. Servings of the main course is huge! I ordered the lamb (shown in pic); fall off the bones tenderness, flavor is bomb! I trued my fruend's short rin, its tasty and there is nothing short about it, Had several desserts but my fave is the pavlova with guava (& i son't even like guava in my desserts) and the corn shaped ice cream. Nice ambiance, different, refreshing. Seevice was on point. read more
1 year ago
Everything was delicious, from the appes to the margaritas (amazing) to the main dishes. The flavors are so delicious - don't miss this place! read more
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Thanks Susie!
1 year ago
As soon as you walk into this restaurant, you noticed the rustic vibe. There are wooden boxes with interesting artifacts in each box. These wooden boxes line the walls of the restaurant and it's a really cool vibe. As for the food, it is phenomenal. I went to this restaurant for a work dinner and it did not disappoint. I got the Chile Relleno dinner, the queso, and an absolute bombshell of a mocktail. It seems like each dish and each drink is prepared with a lot of thought. I also love that they provide mini coat racks next to each table. I can't wait to go back and try other items on the menu. read more
4 months ago
7 months ago
The food was absolutely amazing. As a blue collar man looking for a fine dining experience the beer and burger combination helped me find that balance. The feel of eating a burger with your hands yet the complexity of the ingredients they used helped me find what I was looking for. The environment was great. The service was even better. read more
2 years ago
Food, service, and ambiance are amazing! This is a must visit! I love coming here every time I visit from Miami. And every time I come both food and service are incredible, The guacamole with pork belly is good, but definitely has a kick of spiciness. My two favorites are the carne asada huarache and duck waffles for brunch. Both are cooked to perfection, highly recommend! read more
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Hello Yuliana,…
Came here to celebrate birthday with hubby and baby. Nothing special happened although we put that into the note when we booked the table (in case you expect something for occasional celebration). The interior design is amazing and definitely go check out the bathroom area for the cool design! The food is upscale Mexican. We really like our refreshing and not overly sweet cocktail drinks, the flavorful Tetela (corn tetela stuffed with chicken tinga) appetizer and the cute peach mousse dessert. Highly recommend those. The pork shank entree is really good - perfect amount of spice seasonings, juicy and thick meat surrounded by smooth and flavorful black bean purée. The lamb entree is less impressive compared to the rest of our orders. Although it's very meaty and juicy, we just feel the seasoning is not enough and the presence of that specific flavor of lamb is probably too strong even when we eat it with the side dishes and sauce. Overall, this is another great place in downtown area for a date night! read more
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Carmen G.
Hi, Lico, We're very sorry to hear that your notes weren't honored.…
2 years ago
What a delicious brunch surprise! Every dish we ordered was unique from anything else we have ever had. I love the creativity of the menu! The atmosphere is also very cool. You can watch the chefs in action if you sit at the chef bar. Even the bathrooms are an experience! Check those out when you are here! The service was spot on! Only note I might add is that the bathroom entry had a bit of a urine odor. I did notice a machine that was likely meant to eliminate that odor- but it was not plugged in. So must be an issue. Tempting to come back for dinner during our short visit! The dishes on the other tables look like ones we would love to try!! read more
2 years ago
Came here for brunch with a group, including my baby. They had the high chair ready when we arrived (I had left a note in the reservation). The food was amazing. We had the chorizo crepe, chilaquiles, and quesabirria. Everything was really good, but everyone's favorite was the chorizo crepe. It was unique, nice texture, and the sauce had a good kick. The service and ambiance were great. I'd definitely come back! read more
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Carmen G.
Thank you Cyntyia for you amazing review, you're welcome with your…
This is probably the best Mexican restaurant I've been to. The dishes are not only tasty but also creative and offer more complex flavor profiles. Our group ordered several appetizers and only two main dishes: Guacamole, Tetela (stuffed corn masa), Pulpo Enamorado (roasted octopus), Mayan Ceviche (Hamachi), Esquites (sweet corn), Cochinita Pibil (pork shank), and Costillas de Res (braised short ribs). We also shared Guava Pavlova (sorbet) for dessert. Most impressive were Tetela (stuffed corn masa) and Pulpo Enamorado (roasted octopus), and the dessert was also uniquely flavorful. The two main dishes (pork shank and braised short ribs) were quite large, and we were unable to finish them, even though we tried hard because they were so tasty. Overall, we all had a great dining experience. read more
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Carmen G.
Thank you. Remembering every dish is impressive too, it says a lot…
4 months ago
1 year ago
Amazing food and amazing service! Drinks are also fantastic. Tzuco is a MUST if you're in Chicago. read more
Yelpers what's good? I should've been did this review. The wifey has been wanting to come here so we dropped in. The restaurant is a beautiful modern place to dine. I loved the open kitchen where you can see the chefs preparing the food and you can get a great smell of all the deliciousness. We made it pretty easy for our server as we had viewed the menu and knew what we wanted. Our server wasn't that attentive to us as we had to continue to look for her. She kept disappearing although the service wasn't 5 star or even 3 star I left a nice tip. Now on to the food. We ordered the heirloom tomatoes, garlic Parmesan fries, chili relleno & the costillas de res. The Heirloom tomatoes were fresh and had different flavors, nice and sweet. It came with a basil oil that was great for the dish. But it did need some salt. 7.5/10 We had to get salt from the kitchen because they didn't have any salt or pepper on tables. The chili rellenos were absolutely delicious!! Very well seasoned. 9/10 The costillas de res was another hit!! So flavorful and huge. 9.5/10 A beautiful presentation! We had the garlic Parmesan fries with was average at best. 5/10 We spent $117 not including tip. The service didn't match the food! Delicious food & subpar service. All in all I'd return. Remember all reviews are subjective. read more
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Carmen G.
Thanks for sharing your experience, Edward! We're thrilled you…
Tzuco Chicago by Chef Gayton who was the first Latin American Chef to receive a Michelin star (2013 and 2014). Had to try it! Tzuco's decor is earthy, decorated with ceramics and pottery. You can hear and feel the energy from the kitchen. The best seat in the house is at the chef's counter. My faves... The Black Ceviche was so flavorful. Tuna, smoked Japanese aguachile, squid ink, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, black avocado mousse, and crispy purple tortilla. The Esquites. Sweet corn esquites, epazote aioli chili piquín powder, and lime juice. read more
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Carmen G.
Hi, Sara! Thank you for choosing Tzuco! We're thrilled you enjoyed…
2 years ago
Worth a visit and a re-visit! This restaurant is gorgeous. Came here on a Friday night. The staff was super welcoming and we had amazing service. The drinks were great. Had the pumpkin risotto which did not disappoint. Guac was so fresh. The menu is pretty big and I'd love to try more. I'll be coming back! read more
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Carmen G.
Courteny thank you for dining with us. We're looking forward to…
Nice décor, your feel like you're in ancient Maya or something similar, it's a pretty big restaurant. Good for groups. Server was really helpful. I ordered the Tzuco burger and fries. The fries were a bit cold. But otherwise the food was ok.I may try them again and try something else. read more
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Carmen G.
Hi Nadine,…
10 months ago
1 year ago
Great ambience and decor. Yummy tea and coffee. Delicious food. I wish I had more room to keep eating. Dessert- tres leches- was fantastic too. Forgot to get a photo read more
Mexican fusion type meal in Chicago didn't quite live up to expectations. Booked the patio ( July) and it's not that appealing. Asked to get moved in side and hostess very firmly fly-swatted that one out of bounds. Waiter on patio was a little terse at first but he seemed to chill out. Menu was interesting but selections were very limited. Presentations were nice. Guacamole app was good but small. Drinks ( chose margaritas) were very weak and disappointing. I picked this place over another famous Mexican cuisine restaurant in Chicago and regretted my choice. Can't win 'em all, I guess. read more
To start we ordered the Sexy in Chicago & Mexico City Sour. Both cocktails were so good. There were a ton of unique cocktails on the menu. Would definitely come back to try more! What we ordered: Roasted Beets - an okay start to our meal but we weren't a fan of the mole rosa. Personally wouldn't order this again. Chili Relleno - the highlight of our meal! Delicious and light. The bed of cheesy spaghetti squash complemented the dish so well. The sauce was a also a standout and very flavorful. Tlocoyo - a good dish but it did lean slightly towards the bland side. Additional salsa or hot sauce would have made the dish great. Tikin XIC - overall decent dish however a little bland and lacking flavor. Requested hot sauce on the side & was a good addition to the dish. Portion sizes were a bit smaller than expected so consider ordering an additional app. Didn't get a chance to look at the dessert menu but will definitely try next time. On their website, it looks like they offer great happy hour specials too. The unique atmosphere and attentive service make Tzuco a restaurant worth trying, especially if you appreciate creative twists on Mexican cuisine! read more
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720 N State St
Chicago, IL 60654
Near North Side
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Do they have Gluten-Free options?
Do the employees get healthcare with the 3% surcharge on every bill even though Covid is over?
Do they have any halal meat options?
Hi Robby, Unfortunately, Tzuco doesn't offer halal options. If you have any other questions, do…
Do you offer half portions for people that have had bariatric surgery?
Hi JJ, We do not usually serve half-portions, but we are sure that we can accommodate to your needs. Please feel free to send us any other questions that you may have at…
Do they have any vegan options?
Kind of. There are a few things to choose from but they are really vegetarian options that you have to ask to adjust. For example, there is a bean appetizer that has some light cheese on top. You can remove that of course.…
Do you have valet parking?
I walk by here frequently as I live around the block and I have not any valet options unless that has changed recently. There should be street or garage parking you can find nearby
Anyone know if the patio is heated?
Hello Josh, Our Patio section has enclosed walls with a winter box, heaters all around and a…
How long is the wait usually? Can we make reservations?
You need to make a reservation and there's no wait time. ;)
Do they accept walk ins?
Yes and if you are flying solo, sitting at the bar offers a great vantage point over looking the open kitchen.
Is it easy to park near Tzuco?
Somewhat easy. Since it is downtown, you should plan ahead by looking at SpotHero or other parking apps. They have street paid parking too.
Is there a bar you can dine at as well?
Yes there is a bar area with high top tables and a bar counter.
What is the difference between the Chef's Counter and the Dining Room?
Hello, Chef's counter is at the high top seating area facing the kitchen. The dining room is a regular table on the floor. Best!
Price list ? not sure i want to visit a restaurant with guests that will not show a price list?
It's somewhat expensive, about $50-60/person, or more. My recollection was $25-35 for entrees and $12-19 for appetizers/small plates. Wine list was reasonable for this level of dining ($40-70/bottle). Splitting one appetizer and two entrees would…
I don't see a menu for brunch - is it the same as the dinner menu?
Hello, we will have it ready and upload as soon as we can. We are officially open for brunch Nov 15!
Is there bar seating?
We take both but we encourage reservation since we are fully booked this weekend! You can make a reservation at rezy!
Is there valet service or how is parking in the area?
Hello, we do not have valet yet. We are working on it. You can park in the street with ParkChicago.
Anyone know the prices? Hate sites that don't list their prices
Small plates are 15+ Large plates are 30+ (and some are more than enough food for two people!) Drinks are 12+.
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