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Open early and closing late, this quick-service café from Rick and Deann Bayless proffers contemporary expressions of Mexico’s most beloved street food and snacks: flaky empanadas, hot-from-the-fryer churros, frothy Mexican hot chocolate, crusty tortas and meal-in-a-bowl caldos.
This linchpin in Rick Bayless’ empire is decidedly unique in its homage to regional Mexican cuisine and displays a cult-like devotion to local product. From the table-shaken margaritas and the molés to the warm, uplifting music, you'll likely feel you're in Mexico.
Rick Bayless is the chef and owner of an award-winning world of restaurants including Frontera Grill and Topolobampo in Chicago. He is also a teacher, author, philanthropist, YouTube creator and much more.
Top 10 Best Rick Bayless in Chicago, IL - November 2024 - Yelp - Frontera Grill, Leña Brava, Topolobampo, Xoco, Rick Bayless' Garden Tour, Tortas Frontera, XOchimilco Mexican Restaurant, Tortazo - Willis Tower, Cruz Blanca Brewery, Bar Sótano.
Top 10 Best Rick Bayless Restaurants in Chicago, IL - October 2024 - Yelp - Frontera Grill, Xoco, Leña Brava, Girl & The Goat, Topolobampo, Mod Mex & Mod Mix With Rick Bayless, XOchimilco Mexican Restaurant, The Purple Pig, Bar Sótano, El Habanero.
While Frontera is Rick Bayless’ iconic flagship restaurant that’s been holding it down in River North since 1987, Xoco is the younger, casual, sister restaurant right next door. You’ll find street food favorites like tortas, caldos, hot chocolate, and desserts that are tough to turn down, particularly the churros.
443 North Clark Street – Chicago, IL 60654: HOURS: • Wednesday-Thursday: 5-11 p.m. (bar) 5-10 p.m. (kitchen) • Friday-Saturday: 5 p.m.-midnight (bar) 5-11 p.m. (kitchen) HAPPY HOUR: Every day ’til 6 and all night on Wednesdays. GIFT CARDS: Make someone’s night with a Bar Sótano gift card. SHOP HERE. SERVICE CHARGE:
