Leña Brava

4.7

1021 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
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Located in Chicago's West Loop, Leña Brava is a culinary gem celebrating the dynamic flavors of Baja California Norte. Our kitchen, devoted to the art of live-fire cooking, breathes life into dishes that embody the essence of Mexican culinary traditions and the diverse tastes of Baja. Influenced by a fusion of Mexican, Mediterranean, and Asian cuisines, our menu transcends conventional boundaries, offering an array of vibrant ceviche, tantalizing agua chiles, succulent flame-kissed Pacifico seabass, and hearty steaks.

Under the skilled guidance of Chef Brian Enyart, with over two decades of innovation in Mexican cuisine, we showcase seasonal ingredients, capturing the essence of Mexico and Baja Norte's culinary landscape. Complemented by our open-plan kitchen and curated beverage program, spotlighting an immense mezcal collection and an array of Baja, New and Old World wines, Leña Brava invites guests on a culinary journey, where Mexican tradition harmonizes with innovation.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican, Steak, Regional Mexican
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(312) 733-1975
Website
http://www.lenabrava.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Brian Enyart
Private party facilities
Located in the West Loop, Leña Brava offers stylish private dining room options with natural light, city views, and a private bar. Perfect for corporate gatherings or special events, the space features bold Baja flavors, with fresh ceviches, wood-fired dishes, and premium agave spirits, Baja wines, and Cruz Blanca craft cervezas.

Location
900 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
Neighborhood
West Loop
Cross street
Randolph and Peoria, two blocks west of Halsted
Parking details
Valet parking is available.
Public transit
Leña Brava is located on Randolph Street, one block south of the CTA Green Line and Pink Line Morgan stop.
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,021 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Chicago / Illinois
Mexican
Chicago
Mexican

Review summary

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Leña Brava offers an impressive dining experience with "top notch and very tasty" food and a delightful "variety of tequilas and mezcals." Guests rave about the "amazing service" and "friendly staff," creating a "great ambiance." Notable dishes include striped bass and short rib, making it a must-visit spot.

1,021 Reviews

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Kristina
VIP
Chicago
46 reviews
5.0
46 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was incredibly good and my guests were SO impressed with the dishes for being so fresh and tasty! The beer selection is great too along with wine choices. The chef was friendly when we called him over to our table and they decorated the birthday desert with a sparkler. Lastly, the FLAN was the BEST we've ever enjoyed!
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Connie
VIP
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent dining experience!! The stripped bass was perhaps the best fish I have ever eaten.
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David
VIP
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding food and service - great waiter who walked us through our evening to some new culinary experiences
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Latania
VIP
Chicago
93 reviews
4.0
93 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Dined on a Saturday evening. Pretty busy with a short wait to be seated. Food is very good. Oysters, ceviche and empanadas hit the mark. Service is excellent. First plates on table within 5 mins of being seated. Server was attentive and made good suggestions. Tacos were excellent. Little disappointed by short rib. I expected a more tender piece of meat. It was a little dry. Drinks were good. Dessert was ok. Experience may warrant another visit. Enjoyed the evening.
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Carlos
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Must try the seafood parrillada. Great service and ambiance.
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Yosef
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a very enjoyable experience with my girlfriend. We could definitely see our selves coming back
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Janet
VIP
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed the atmosphere and the food was delicious. Our server was attentive and paced our meal so we could enjoy each other's company.
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Alejandra
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and restaurant was beautiful
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Marina
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant, the tortilla with the ceviche could be better and the rompope flan was too bitter for my taste, main dishes were amazing.
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Holly
Chicago
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for restaurant week and loved the food and drinks we had. My friend got the accompanying drinks (marg & 2 wines) while I got a couple of glasses of wine. My choices were the ceviche, mariscada and flan - all were fantastic. The service was great. The only part I didn't like was our table -- literally right in front of the door. In the future I would specify that I don't want to sit there. I will be back.
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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

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900 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607

Additional information

Cross street
Randolph and Peoria, two blocks west of Halsted
Neighborhood
West Loop
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican, Steak, Regional Mexican
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet parking is available.
Public transit
Leña Brava is located on Randolph Street, one block south of the CTA Green Line and Pink Line Morgan stop.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Brian Enyart
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.lenabrava.com/
Phone number
(312) 733-1975
Private party facilities
Located in the West Loop, Leña Brava offers stylish private dining room options with natural light, city views, and a private bar. Perfect for corporate gatherings or special events, the space features bold Baja flavors, with fresh ceviches, wood-fired dishes, and premium agave spirits, Baja wines, and Cruz Blanca craft cervezas.

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