Mercadito - River North

4.6

6353 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

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2 people

Feb 24, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 71 times today

Good for groups
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

We are the city’s top Mexican restaurant for authentic modern cuisine, specialty tequila and mezcal cocktails, located in the heart of River North. Our culinary team features popular Mexican dishes, including our signature tacos, as well as fresh salsa and guacamole, ceviche, esquites and more.

Mercadito's lounge is nestled in the lower level of Mercadito. It offers a speakeasy-style experience with a chic and exclusive ambiance. The space features banquet-style booths and dim lighting that enhances the elegant wood furniture, creating an inviting and intimate atmosphere. Once inside, guests can enjoy the full Mercadito menu, with the same delectable cuisine and beverages that our restaurant is known for.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican, Seafood, Meat
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(312) 329-9555
Website
http://www.mercaditorivernorth.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Explore our exceptional catering services, designed to elevate any occasion. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, our diverse menu options ensure your event is memorable and tailored to your needs. Let us handle the details while you enjoy a seamless and delightful experience. Contact us today to start planning your perfect event.
Private party facilities
Plan your next event at Mercadito! For parties of 11 or more we offer a range of shared dining menus, passed appetizer options, open bar packages, and unique additions to provide a memorable experience for you and your guests.
Private party contact
Christian Gomez: (312) 329-9555

Location
108 W. Kinzie, Chicago, IL 60654
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Cross street
Kinzie between N Clark and N La Salle
Parking details
Valet parking daily after 4 pm
Public transit
Merchandise Mart stops Purple and Brown Line and 156 Bus LaSalle.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Bottomless Brunch At Mercadito
Multiple dates available
Sun - 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM,Sat - 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Join us for an unforgettable brunch experience at Mercadito! Indulge in our bottomless drinks between 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM Saturday & Sunday, for only $35 per person. Endless Margaritas, Mimosas, Amiga Sandias, Bloody Marys, and Tecates! 90 limit time limit
Happy Hour at Mercadito!
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us for Mercadito’s Happy Hour Monday through Friday, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Where bold flavors meet unbeatable deals! Indulge in handcrafted cocktails, refreshing margaritas, and a selection of mouthwatering tacos and small plates—all at special prices. Perfect for winding down your day or kicking off your evening, Happy Hour at Mercadito is the best way to enjoy great food, drinks, and vibes.

What 6,353 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Chicago / Illinois
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mercadito - River North is a lively spot celebrated for its "amazing food" and "fantastic service." Known for exceptional tacos and guacamole, the ambiance is vibrant, perfect for social gatherings. While noise levels can be high, the attentive staff, including highly praised servers like Paula and Luis, ensure a memorable dining experience.

6,353 Reviews

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NiaF
VIP
Alabama
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food is good. But it is wildly over priced. They also don’t like to split checks - which is very annoying
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Crystal
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome place to eat really good food if you want Authentic Mexican food this is the place
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Samantha
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, great drinks, great service. Very crowded on Saturday night, so highly recommend the downstairs "DTF" lounge for a more intimate, but still very chic and fun environment.
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Luis
VIP
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience and no pressure to live in 90 minutes or tip 30% which has become the standard. We ordered queso fundido con chorizo, flautas, short-ribs quesabirria and concha with ice cream. All four dishes met my cravings.
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Steven
Chicago
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Waits to be greeted by a server. After that she was attentive and helpful. The restaurant is well decorated and fun. Food is good. Tacos were great as was the papas testones. Esquites and arroz y frijoles were just okay. Prices are typical.
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Taylor
VIP
Chicago
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Service could have been better. Loved the food and bottomless margs
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Marti
VIP
Chicago
40 reviews
5.0
40 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came here today to celebrate my friends 40th bday and we had a fantastic time! The service was great! Shout out to Jose our awesome server! Food was delicious, atmosphere was fun and energetic! Will come back for more bday celebrations!
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Amy
Grand Rapids
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lobster tacos were unreal and the bottomless drinks for brunch were such a value. We will be back!
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ELISA
VIP
Chicago
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Marvin provided Excellent service. The Food was Excellent and that Margarita was Delicious.
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Maricela
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food, good margaritas, and fast service. We will continue to come back.
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FAQs

Mercadito - River North does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Mercadito - River North also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 329-9555.

Mercadito - River North is rated 4.6 stars by 6353 OpenTable diners.

Mercadito - River North does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people

Feb 24, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 71 times today