Cantina Rosa

4.8

23 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

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2 people

Dec 28, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem
Charming

Stationed in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, Cantina Rosa is a tropical cocktail bar focused on agave spirits and featuring delicious Mexican inspired snacks from Virtue Hospitality.

Bar's terms and conditions
We are grateful for your support. Please take a moment to read all of our restaurant's policies. We accept reservations for up to 6 guests. We require a $15 per person deposit at the time of making the reservation and it is applied to the final bill. As a courtesy to all of our guests we allow 90 minutes for all of our reservations along with a 15 minute grace period for late arrivals. If you have any questions please reach out to the restaurant directly at 773-420-3735. All guests must be 21+ to enter the bar.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(773) 420-3735
Website
https://v3-cantinarosa.getbento.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
5230 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615-4114
Neighborhood
Hyde Park
Cross street
53rd & Harper Ave
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge

Rosita$16.00
Gin, Vermouth, Banana
Royal Hawaiian Cocktail$16.00
Mexican Gin, Pineapple, Almond, Lemon
Daiquiri Tropical$16.00
Charanda, Calvados, Lime, Passionfruit, Pineapple
Desert Spoon Swizzle$16.00
Rum, Sotol, Sorrel, Lime, Mint
Mystery Gardenia$16.00
Rum, Lime, Gardenia Mix, Allspice
Rosa’s Paloma$16.00
Tequila, Lime, Grapefruit, Cinnamon
Paddle Cactus$17.00
Mezcal, Prickly Pear, Pineapple, Chile
Rebujito$16.00
Manzanilla Sherry, Orgeat, Ginger, Lime, Mint
Jushu$16.00
Mezcal, Acacia Honey, Lime, Mango
Manta Ray$18.00
Gin, Bacanora, Pineapple, Lime, Mint, Jalapeno
Daydreamer$16.00
Mexican Whiskey, Bourbon, Tamarind, Corn, Lemon
Slow Rush$17.00
Rums, Espresso, Banana

Frozen

Guava Colada$17.00
Rums, coconut, guava, lime

Spirit Free

Verdita$12.00
Pineapple, lime, mint, jalapeno
Horchata Fizz$12.00
Coconut, almond, cinnamon, ginger, soda

Beer

Modelo$7.00
Monopolio Lager$7.00
Monopolio Negra$7.00
Hopewell Ride or Die$8.00
Marz French Kisses$9.00
Marz Abuelita’s Mole Porter$12.00

Tequila

Cimarron Blanco$11.00
Centenario Plata$13.00
Cimarron Reposado$13.00
Centenario Reposado$16.00
G4 Blanco$16.00
Centenario Anejo$17.00
Patron Silver$21.00
Siete Leguas Reposado$21.00
Fortaleza Blanco$24.00
Siembra Azul Blanco$25.00
PM Spirits Blanco Still Strength$27.00
Fortaleza Blanco Still Strength$28.00
Fortaleza Reposado$28.00
Arte Nom 1414 Reposado$30.00
Fortaleza Añejo$38.00

Mezcal

Divino Maguey$13.00
La Luna Cupreata$15.00
Cruz de Fuego Espadin$19.00
Del Maguey Puebla$19.00
5 Sentidos Essamble de 7 Plantas$36.00
Cruz de Fuego Tobala$36.00
5 Sentidos Espadin de Cuero$37.00
Neta Espadin Capon$37.00
Neta Bicuxie/Espadin Capon$50.00
Neta Ensamble Silvestre$76.00
Del Maguey Las Milpas$84.00

Mexican Cane Spirits

Paranubes Aguardiente$12.00
Uruapan Charanda Blanco$12.00
Gustoso Aged Rum$13.00
Uruapan Single Agricola Rum$14.00
Uruapan Caña Mexicana Agricola$15.00
Sol Tarasco Anejo con Hongos$16.00
Alambique Serrano #3 Matadiablos$21.00
Alambique Serrano Single Cask #20 Aged Rum$21.00
Paranubes Aguardiente Anejo$23.00

Other Cane Spirits

Chairman's Reserve Spiced Rum$11.00
Eldorado 5 Year Rum$11.00
Eldorado 12 Year Rum$12.00
The Funk Jamaican Rum$12.00
Probitas Rum$12.00
San Zanj Haitian Rum$12.00
Smith and Cross Jamaican Rum$12.00
Plantation Isle of Fiji Rum$13.00
Plantation Stiggins Pineapple Rum$13.00
Real McCoy 5 Year Rum$13.00
Novo Fogo Silver Cachaca$14.00
Novo Fogo Aged Cachaca$16.00
AK Zanj 10 Year Haitian Rum$25.00
Real McCoy 12 Year Rum$25.00
Hampden 8 Year Rum$32.00
Foursquare 2012 Rum$36.00

Mexican Whiskey

Abasolo Corn$16.00
Addictivo$32.00

World Whiskey

Mellow Corn$10.00
Bank Note Scotch$11.00
Wild Turkey 101 Rye$12.00
Mars Shinshu Iwai Tradition Japanese Whisky$24.00

Sotol

La Higuera Daysilirion Wheeleri$14.00
La Higuera Leiophyllum$20.00
Flor de Desierto Sierra$30.00
Flor de Desierto Cascabel$36.00
Flor de Desierto Carnei$38.00

Bacanora

Yoowe$21.00

Raicilla

La Venenosa Tabernas$18.00
La Venenosa Reposado Los Hermanos$22.00
La Venenosa Volcanes de Jalisco$38.00

Gin

Letherbee Gin$12.00
St Benevolence Clairin$12.00
Las Californias Citrico$13.00
Las Californias Nativo$13.00
Condesa Clasica$15.00
Condesa Prickly & Orange$15.00

Vodka

Virtue Vodka$12.00

Brandy

Claque Pepin Fine Calvados$12.00
Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao$16.00
Rhine Hall Mango Brandy$20.00

Sparkling

N.V. El Bajio Brut Traditional$13.00

Whites

2023 Hacienda La Lomita Sauvignon Blanc$14.00

Reds

2023 Hacienda La Lomita Cabernet Sauvignon$15.00

Botanas

Coctel de Camaron$16.00
Mexican shrimp cocktail, avocado, saladitas
Guacamole$12.00
Avocado, lime, jalapeño, cilantro, onion
Tostada de Pescado$15.00
Sea bass crudo, avocado crema, jicama & apple slaw, salsa macha
Tamales Oaxaqueños$9.00
Chicken, tomatillo salsa, sour cream
Barbacoa de Borrego$19.00
Lamb, Mexican rice, adobo, tortillas
Picaditas$10.00
Refried beans, salsa, crema, queso fresco
Empanadas$12.00
Chicken, cheese, onion, and red mole
Camarones a la Plancha$17.00
Griddled prawns, salsa huichol, cilantro oil
Ceviche de Pescado$18.00
Sea bass, red onion, cucumber, habanero, cilantro, leche de tigre
Mexican Chocolate Wedding Cookies$7.00
Pecan Wedding Cookies$7.00

What 23 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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23 Reviews

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Zuri
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very sexy, relaxed vibe that transports you to another place. Drinks are phenomenal and the food is explosive with flavors yet presented simply. The sea bass used in the ceviche and tostada is sublime and the chicken empanadas were very flavorful. Highly recommend!
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TANYA
Memphis/West TN
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food needs work. Not enough meat in the barbacoa dish, mostly rice. Tamales were bland and dry. Empanadas ok. Drinks were delicious!
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rosie
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff were all friendly I enjoyed the music selection food drinks and ambiance they were very quick I had the barbacoa dish the best I've ever had the rice was seasoned to perfection everything complemented each other very well I will definitely be back for the frozen guava colada it made me feel like I was on a beach in Aruba this place just like the chefs other restaurants is a hit!
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Michelle
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cantina Rosa has a fantastic drink menu. Cocktails are refined but not overly fussy, and really highlight the specially selected spirits. We tried the Rosita, made with Gin, vermouth and banana and I enjoyed it so much that even though I wanted to try something else I had a second. We also had the paddle cactus which was nicely smoky with the mezcal and sour - which my husband enjoys and the day dreamer which was also great . We did not try the food but the other tables seemed to enjoy their upscale bar snacks and it all looked great. Service was very attentive and crowd was a nice vibe with good music.
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Danielle
VIP
St. Louis
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The service, cocktails and small plates were all amazing. Will definitely be back soon.
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Brooke
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
First time going to Cantina Rosa and it was an okay experience. The drinks were okay but the guac and chips and the tamales were really good.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s difficult to point out what I loved more. So I’ll start with our server Greer. She knew the menu, knowledgeable of the ingredients in both the drinks and food. The drinks were well mixed so neither ingredient or Mezcal overwhelmed the drinks. The bartenders here are masters of their craft. From what I read Cantina Rosa’s focus is the variety of Tequilas and Mezcal but I have to say the food menu is just as impressive. Mind you it’s not a typical Mexican restaurant with a food menu pages long. They have about a dozen plates (Tapas Style) and we ordered 6 plates to share for 2 people. The Camarones A La Plancha were tastefully made. The spices used did not overwhelm with heat. The Barbacoa was tasty and not typically greasy. The rice tasted like my moms rice. The Ceviche was fantastic. The Tamale Oaxaqueño was perfectly made. Keep in mind in Oaxaca the Tamales are more tender than the typical Northern style Mexican Tamales which are firmer. Over all as a Mexicano I was thoroughly impressed with the Mezcal drinks we ordered and the food. Other things that stood out. The music selection was a pleasant surprise. The majority was traditional Mexican but it doesn’t overwhelm with only one genre. They covered traditional and New Mexican music but also mixed in tradicional Salsa music. While not of Mexican origin the Salsa music was much appreciated by this Salsero. This placed is not loud, you can actually hear the person across the table from you. The decore was a pleasant surprise as it’s not typical Mexican but has a modern comfortable artistic flare. Last thing to note, there’s a 90minute table time and while that’s more than enough time to order 4 drinks and 6 plates. The downside is that my girlfriend and I were loving this place so much we did not want to leave. We will definitely visit again and will bring the rest of the Latino pose 🙌#needsadancefloor for the trifecta
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Tiffany R.
VIP
Chicago
52 reviews
5.0
52 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the moment we entered Cantina Rosa until we left, we had the most pleasant interactions with the owner and staff. Our server Steven educated us on the craft cocktail menu and guided us through the selection of delicious drinks. Due to a seafood allergy, we were unable to try the food. We appreciated the research done by Steven to confirm that the food would not be an option for my husband. We will definitely return! The vibe was so different from most places in Hyde Park and really felt authentic to Mexican culture. It was obvious that great care was taken to elevate the experience and showed respect to the culture!
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Anthony
VIP
Chicago
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was. Our first time going and it was good to experience it. Service was quick as we received our drinks and food within a reasonable.Amount of time and it was delicious which let us know that we will be coming back
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Mariel
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The decor was beautiful, it was very quiet inside. The server was excellent. I had the tamales which were tasty but very spicy to me because I can't eat spicy things. The chicken empanada was delicious. The guacamole was underwhelming. It looked like pureed avocado, not much flavor. The guava frozen drink was AMAZING. A must try. I wish they had a larger food menu but the waiter stared it was Moreso a tropical bar with light bites.
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FAQs

Cantina Rosa is rated 4.8 stars by 23 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 28, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

5230 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615-4114

Additional information

Cross street
53rd & Harper Ave
Neighborhood
Hyde Park
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge

Website
https://v3-cantinarosa.getbento.com/
Phone number
(773) 420-3735

Cantina Rosa

Make a reservation

Additional information

Cocktails

Rosita$16.00

Royal Hawaiian Cocktail$16.00

Daiquiri Tropical$16.00

Desert Spoon Swizzle$16.00

Mystery Gardenia$16.00

Rosa’s Paloma$16.00

Paddle Cactus$17.00

Rebujito$16.00

Jushu$16.00

Manta Ray$18.00

Daydreamer$16.00

Slow Rush$17.00

Frozen

Guava Colada$17.00

Spirit Free

Verdita$12.00

Horchata Fizz$12.00

Beer

Modelo$7.00

Monopolio Lager$7.00

Monopolio Negra$7.00

Hopewell Ride or Die$8.00

Marz French Kisses$9.00

Marz Abuelita’s Mole Porter$12.00

Tequila

Cimarron Blanco$11.00

Centenario Plata$13.00

Cimarron Reposado$13.00

Centenario Reposado$16.00

G4 Blanco$16.00

Centenario Anejo$17.00

Patron Silver$21.00

Siete Leguas Reposado$21.00

Fortaleza Blanco$24.00

Siembra Azul Blanco$25.00

PM Spirits Blanco Still Strength$27.00

Fortaleza Blanco Still Strength$28.00

Fortaleza Reposado$28.00

Arte Nom 1414 Reposado$30.00

Fortaleza Añejo$38.00

Mezcal

Divino Maguey$13.00

La Luna Cupreata$15.00

Cruz de Fuego Espadin$19.00

Del Maguey Puebla$19.00

5 Sentidos Essamble de 7 Plantas$36.00

Cruz de Fuego Tobala$36.00

5 Sentidos Espadin de Cuero$37.00

Neta Espadin Capon$37.00

Neta Bicuxie/Espadin Capon$50.00

Neta Ensamble Silvestre$76.00

Del Maguey Las Milpas$84.00

Mexican Cane Spirits

Paranubes Aguardiente$12.00

Uruapan Charanda Blanco$12.00

Gustoso Aged Rum$13.00

Uruapan Single Agricola Rum$14.00

Uruapan Caña Mexicana Agricola$15.00

Sol Tarasco Anejo con Hongos$16.00

Alambique Serrano #3 Matadiablos$21.00

Alambique Serrano Single Cask #20 Aged Rum$21.00

Paranubes Aguardiente Anejo$23.00

Other Cane Spirits

Chairman's Reserve Spiced Rum$11.00

Eldorado 5 Year Rum$11.00

Eldorado 12 Year Rum$12.00

The Funk Jamaican Rum$12.00

Probitas Rum$12.00

San Zanj Haitian Rum$12.00

Smith and Cross Jamaican Rum$12.00

Plantation Isle of Fiji Rum$13.00

Plantation Stiggins Pineapple Rum$13.00

Real McCoy 5 Year Rum$13.00

Novo Fogo Silver Cachaca$14.00

Novo Fogo Aged Cachaca$16.00

AK Zanj 10 Year Haitian Rum$25.00